Great neighborhood corner bar with even better staff. Will always have an amazing time here

Stopped into The Lackman while I was in town for an FCCgame, and it was the perfect pre-game spot. Great atmosphere, crowd, and exactly the kind of energy you want before heading to the stadium. Hunter stood out to us behind the bar and absolutely crushed it. Super friendly, quick with service even when it got busy, and made some fantastic drink recommendations. You can tell this team knows how to handle game-day crowds while still making everyone feel taken care of. We had plans after the game but decided to pivot straight back to the Lackman as we had such a great time. Great job team! read more

Had a great time here with my sister last weekend. The bartender was very friendly and we had prompt service. We sat at a cute two top table near the window and got to people watch in the bar, as well as people outside walking their dogs. We really appreciated that they were one of the few bars that didn't close 4+ hours early under the guise of the winter storm (even though Cincy didn't start getting bad until Sunday afternoon). We made one more stop at Longfellow before heading back to our Airbnb and the walk was no different than any other winter night in Indy. Can't wait to stop in again next time I'm in town. read more

Lackman Bar - Midnight City Nightcap + Smoke & Honey - Lounges Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

We were originally headed to a different bar until we saw a "closed for private event" sign. Since we're from out of town and didn't really do our research, we just started walking around and this place caught our eye from the outside. Inside, they had cute little Christmas decorations, which set a cozy vibe... but honestly, the menu was the real star. They had December specials plus their signature cocktails. I personally thought the two signatures we ordered were giving Christmas vibes, but apparently they're year-round! I got the Harvest Fizz and absolutely LOVED it. It tastes like apple cider- super light, vodka and champagne but not too strong at all. Definitely a drink you can sip on for a while. I loved it so much that I came back a few days later just to get it again. Weeknight visit: dark, calm, quiet enough for actual conversation, and the bartender was really sweet. Saturday night visit: packed, totally different energy, but the drink was consistent. read more

Lackman Bar - Signature Cocktails - Lounges Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

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We were asking around for a good bar to check out and then one came up multiple times! We had to pop by to give it a go. They had a great selection of liquors and a fantastic seasonal cocktail menu. They even offered bourbon tastings as an event! What a great idea for a bar. Very quaint spot! Loved the cozy open booths! read more

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Don't listen to the haters Sindy our bartender was awesome super sweet, we love this place! Great service, good vibe, cheap drinks and overall a good time read more

Best bar ever bartenders (especially Cindy) were so nice and fun I will never go to any other bar read more

Lackman Bar - Me having fun - Lounges Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

One of my favorite neighborhood bars in OTR. It's not pretentious but still has great quality. Solid heavy pours with reasonable prices. I love pretty much everything about The Lackman, it's the perfect size of a bar, the design is great. I do wish they brought back the pretzels. Service is top knotch, great bartenders especially Terry. read more

Lackman Bar - four glasses of alcohol on a table - Lounges Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

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This girl below in the picture was serving 16 year old girls at the bar who she hugged. They were absolutely not of age. I almost called the police. Instead I just left. I use to come here many years ago and this place has gone wayyyy down hill. I couldn't believe my eyes. read more

Lackman Bar - The girl hugging and serving 16 year olds - Lounges Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

My hubby and I stopped by this bar after a day of exploring Cincinnati and it's a very comfy neighborhood bar. They were serving hot drinks on a chilly day. It's a great place to relax and unwind read more

Wonderful cozy dive bar! Friendly staff and patrons. No food but they have a great happy hour that goes until 8pm.

Good little spot in OTR for an after show drink. We went and seen the high kings at Memo and the came here to grab a Guinness. Lovely dark atmosphere and service was knowledgeable with their drinks. read more

Lackman Bar - Lounges Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

I was a little apprehensive about this place. It seemed so "basic", and it was-in a good way! It was kinda like your neighborhood bar in the midst of all the hoopla. No matter if you're dressed up or down, no pretentiousness at all. We had a large group. Sam took really good care of us and everyone was happy. I'll definitely stop back in. read more

Casual location on Vine. Great to sit and watch a game and get caught up with friends and do a few pints. read more

Lackman Bar - Bar room - Lounges Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

Just wanted quick, quality cocktails and got exactly that. Ordered a margarita and it was perfect. Not any of that nasty, gross, too sweet, Costco sour mix. It was fresh and made from scratch. Yes, margaritas are simple, but you'd be surprised how many places mess it up. Lackman nailed it. Will be back! read more

Taylor RB was so sweet and quick with service, she was amazing :) drinks were so yummy and worth the money read more

Lackman Bar - Lounges Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

Love this place! It's small but big in fun! The bartenders really care about their craft and will make you an amazing cocktail!! Top not service coupled with amazing drinks in an electric city!! read more

Lackman is a lounge, so no food was involved. the ambiance was dark yet inviting especially after an evening stomping around the city. i felt welcomed immediately by the bartenders and surrounding patrons. i enjoyed some local craft beers and several upscale tequila shots. it was a nice place to relax and unwind after dinner. i would recommend this place to anyone wanting to sit and chat with friends while enjoying libations. This place does not lack man! read more

This place is absolutely horrible. Bartenders are super disrespectful and wouldn't serve me by saying my Id was "fake" when I have been over the age of 21 for ever a year. Other customers also agreed my Id was real, however the self-proclaimed law officer would rather her ego not get hurt, than admit she was wrong. Would seriously not recommend unless you want horrible people for company. Overpriced and not worth it. read more

Unique taps, tons of bourbon and whiskeys, fun atmosphere! Our group outing had a great time at Lackman Bar for a holiday visit. Service was stellar with quick refills on all drinks, and the menu has tons of unique concoctions. Check it out in OTR - it's near everything! read more

Lackman Bar - Always fun at Lackman! - Lounges Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

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What a great local bar. It is situated on the corner and it is the most beautiful old building. What a great feel when you walk in, you are enveloped by the old feel, the dim lighting and the warmth of the red leather seating and dark wood. I just loved the feel the moment we stepped in the bar. It made me want to hang out there all the time. When we arrived around 5pm on a random Wednesday there were just a few patrons interspersed throughout the bar. I loved this. I was informed that usually it is busier, especially later in the evening. We checked out the draft and beer bottle menu, we were impressed with their selection and the wide variety of it. I ordered up an Avalanche Amber Ale, a red ale made by Breckenridge Brewery. I then settled in at the bar, sipped my beer, chatted and laughed with my friends in a normal speaking voice (because we could all hear each other without the need to yell) and just enjoyed the laid back, old century ambiance. I just absolutely loved my time here. Try it out for yourself. read more

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My first review was done on google, but since I rated it a 1, the owner must have deleted the review. I have visited this bar several times and never have received the treatment my group received last night. We were super excited to come to this bar and unfortunately the two bartenders weren't excited to see us. Kasey (KC), not sure if I am spelling his name right, and the other bartender were incredibly rude. They did not listen to my full order and ended up giving me something that could of been corrected when taking my order. They wanted to up-charge my friend for the same drink, but substituting the alcohol. After receiving my god awful drink, the bartenders were whispering about my party in front of us. Some of my party left while others stayed, and the bartenders were openly talking about us to other customers. It made for an extremely uncomfortable environment. This bar is completely unprofessional and I will not be back to visit. read more

My friends and I were excited to grab a quick drink during a nice OTR night. I like the interior and location of this bar. Unfortunately the two male bartenders we encountered were rude. I've visited this bar several times and was taken back by the way my group was treated. Upon walking in, they acted as if they didn't want to serve us, mind you the bar was not busy. They treated us like we didn't deserve to be there. Just a few feet away, I could literally hear them talking negatively about members in my group. We kept our cool, paid and left. No need to feel uncomfortable when there are plenty of good bars with friendly staff in OTR. Won't ever be back again. read more

Want to kick back, sit by the bar, enjoy a conversation with some friends, bartenders or random new people?? Well come on in. I loved how FRIENDLY the staff was, there are tables to sit and obviously the bar itself. I unfortunately did not get to try their cocktails because I was enjoying a drink that my friend made up but i absolutely enjoyed the vibe here which would make me come back again. It is in a great location in the are OTR which is exponentially expanding and growing in such a positive direction. Thanks for reading, go find that Perfect Taste! ;) read more

Lackman Bar - Night life in DA Winter - Lounges Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

Great atmosphere, awesome location. The service was top-notch, Taylor (bartender) kept a smile on her face and kept our glasses full. What a way to bring in the New Year. read more

Love coming here!! We can bring our dogs and hangout! Bartenders are super friendly! Love the atmosphere and alcohol selection!! read more

Lackman Bar - Zombie dust - Lounges Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

Great place to stop For a beer. It was freezing and the place was warm and cozy. It wasn't too busy so we quickly got seats. Love that they have a wind break so it doesn't seem drafty when people enter. Just a great little stop read more

What makes this bar stand out is the space. The way the bar is put together is really comfortable, managing to be posh and masculine and welcoming all at the same time. The staff has always been friendly and inviting, there are nice corners to tuck yourself into. I've never been here during crowded hours so I don't know how loud it gets in the space, but it's another of the long and narrow variety so it probably gets crowded easily. The drink selection is good, the prices are about what you'd expect. Just a nice space. read more

I visited Lackman with some of my family on a Sunday afternoon. There were a decent amount of people at the bar considering it was a Sunday afternoon, and there was a good vibe. I drank beer while I was there, and I enjoyed the variety of choice. I was really excited about their pretzel rods that were available for snacking. Those were quite delicious! I think Lackman is a good place to go if you have a large group of people, because there's typically room for everyone. read more

Went here for the second time and it's a really nice kind of cozy place, the actual bar is well set up, the atmosphere and environment is great and very neat. Despite that, the when it comes to the drinks they are not so great, flavorless, and every zip feels as if you were taking a simple shot of alcohol. The drinks are way too overpriced for their quality. On the bright side the service is not too terrible but the bartender is unsure of what she's doing which really blows. I will probably go back but maybe for a regular beer that does not need any kind of skills. read more

Lackman Bar - Loneliness - Lounges Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

Honestly, when walking in I didn't initially see anything jaw-dropping or extraordinary about Lackman. I had heard wonderful things from friends, but my initial reaction was honestly, "Wait... is this really the place that everyone raves about?" It's pretty small inside, with that hole-in-the-wall gem feel to it, akin to the kind of upscale hideout you'd find in Chicago or New York. But, once you find a seat (if you can... as it's pretty limited...) and get a drink, you see what is so special. The bartenders are attentive and know their stuff. They will answer any questions about the beers on draft as well as their drinks. Oh, the beer... the number of beers on tap are great! You have quite a selection, and even more if you want a bottle. They have many drink specials, too, so I doubt anyone will struggle to find something to satisfy their tastes. A little secret -- get the pint glass of pretzels. They are absolutely delicious. They're spicy, so be forewarned! However, you won't regret giving them a try! Overall, I'm definitely coming back to Lackman, but I'll be sure to do so early before the small space fills up! read more

Lackman Bar - Lounges Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

I love the bartenders here. Terry, Casey, Jacob and Garret are all great! They work hard, keep all of my friends happy and helped with unwanted guests being bothersome. They are the reason this is my new favorite spot to come to in OTR since I moved here. read more

My favorite bar in Cincinnati for a few reasons. 1) Happy hours prices are incredible. 2) The staff (Keller) is consistently fun, friendly and welcoming. 3) The building itself is historic and has a great feel. 4) It's just down the street from the new Music Hall, the restaurants of Over-the-Rhine and not too far from Main Street. 5) The ambiance is that of young professionals and fun sophisticated people looking to unwind. Not uptight but not a trashy bar - a very happy medium. This is the absolutely go-to staple for something to do while waiting for a table at Senate, Bakersfield, Lavomatic, Abigail Street, A Tavola... read more

Don't come here Bartenders were beyond rude and unwelcoming. The staff made it very clear from the moment of walking into the door they did not want to serve us. The bartenders stared at us and spoke amongst themselves as to who was going to serve us in an condescending way. When we asked any questions about cocktails and made simple requests the bartender seemed disgusted, and irritated with having to do the simplest of things. Part of our group left immediately after the blatant miss treatment from one of the bartenders, and shortly after their departure, the bartenders took to talking disrespectfully about my friends to each other, and to the other customers right in front of us will never come back here. Beware very unfriendly and uncomfortable environment. read more

Awesome place to be! Ask for Kelsey if there, she's great! Great cocktails and atmosphere, definite must go.

Specialty cocktails. About 10 bucks. Nice place to come for a drink while waiting for a table at one of the otr restaurants read more

Lackman Bar - Old Fashioned - Lounges Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

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Really cool "old timey feel" bar in the heart of OTR. There's plenty of seating even on a busy Saturday night whether at the bar or a table. For the warmer months there is a cute little outside patio. They had a decent amount of craft beers on draft or can/bottle. Also a cool cocktail selection. After having some beers, I sampled a friends cocktail of Mezcal and hot sauce and had to have one! The bartenders were very helpful. There are also some small TVs to enjoy the game on! read more

The Lackman can't find a way to disappoint me. I haven't had a single bad experience at this establishment. The wait staff are very knowledgable and usually pretty friendly. Sure, it's a little frustrating if they're super packed, but that's not really something to ding the bar for. Yes, have a semi small space, but that's just the way OTR is. All restaurants and bars have to deal with the space issue. What's cool is that they open up the front walls/windows when it's not too cold outside. There's a decent amount of seating between the bar, high top tables, and half-booths. It is pretty cozy and dimly lit when it's not totally bright outside. Their cocktail, wine and beer menu is consistently awesome. I've tried a few of their crafted drinks and have enjoyed them all. My favorite so far is the Blanche. It's almost like a better version of summer shandy, not too sweet and doesn't taste like lemon cleaning supplies. It was really refreshing. My boyfriend ordered a Negroni the last time we went, and it's the first time I've liked one. Bonus: they gave a cool old school jukebox in the back corner. Fun little touch. read more

Lackman Bar - The Blanche - fantastic! - Lounges Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

Perfectly located next to Bakersfield - it's an ideal spot to hangout while u wait or even to just chill and people watch. The place is small and has that closed ambience that makes you feel closer to your fellow guests. The staff was kind enough to chat with and even went out to their way to make a birthday drink for my wife - have to tell you - it was dangerously tasty - referred to the drink as "Happy Birthday to You" haha but it was incredible in taste - felt there was some grapefruit and citrus flavors mixed in. I specifically ordered the Franz - German Heffeweizen - really tasty - can't go wrong with the German twist! Overall a good bar to hang out in with the right ambience! read more

Lackman Bar - Inside the lack man - Lounges Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

Have been to Lackman's a couple of times, both very good experiences. Love the small, corner bar feel. Great selection of bourbon, even finding a new fave, Little Book. Holly was the best! read more