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    Lo-Bar Social

    4.5 (53 reviews)
    Closed 3:00 pm - 2:00 am (Next day)

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    Jim B.

    Really good drinks! You can't beat their half off happy hour from 3 to 6. Our bartender, Paul, is pretty chill and very helpful! Made a deliciously Pan American for my fiancé! Got myself delicious wine and they always have good beer selection. They have tvs for sports games and fun evening events!

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    Lauryn K.

    Katy and Jo are actually the two best bartenders in this entire damn city. I look forward every week to our jazz nights together and I can always count on their hospitality and exceptional customer service. I frequent Lobar not because of the great ambiance and good selection of liquors but solely for the great experience I have with the people that work here. I cannot believe the audacity of people to take their frustrations out on the hardworking women running the bar. Night after night I come to Lobar it is always Katy or Jojo working hard and making long lasting and thoughtful connections with all their patrons. It makes coming here all the more worth it. Not to mention the amazing live music and perfect movies always on replay. So grateful for these two and all they have done for me as a repeat customer!

    Helen A.

    A lot of reviews talk about the drinks, the live music, or the rooftop bar - but what I think this place needs a highlight on is the Happy Hour! Everyday from when they open (3pm) until the crowd picks up (6pm) it's half off house cocktails, beer, and well liquors. The bar is damn near empty at their opening and the bartender is friendly. I would definitely recommend skipping the crowd and coming in early on an occasion to catch up with friends, enjoy the bar, or $1.50 beer! Can't go wrong either way.

    Mahshid F.

    It's great to see a rooftop bar in Reno. I'm looking forward to their events this summer. Some events have a $5 entrance fee, so remember to bring cash.

    Alyssa F.

    I can't rave about this place enough! I went out on a date to their Thursday Jazz Night and it was so much fun. From 830pm-10pm they had live music at the Hi-Bar. At 10pm the band moved indoors to Lo-Bar. Their drinks are always on point and so unique. Their espresso martini is minty which is so yummy and not too heavy. You've got to check this place out. Plus the owners are THE BEST

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    Elissa I.

    Great lively bar. The drinks never miss and the upstairs rooftop is always great in the summer time

    Jeffrey C.

    I recently moved to Reno and am quite surprised that there aren't a lot more restaurants or bars with views of the river and/or mountains. There's only a very small handful of places downtown you can actually see the river from for example and it's completely ludicrous to me that 50 S Virginia St on the River (North of Pioneer Center) they put a parking lot between the building and the river. So I had to reset my expectations for finding cool outdoor dining spots with views. But I digress, I managed to find this gem of a place with a rooftop bar. You can't see the river of course but it has a nice view of the surrounding neighborhood and Downtown area. Bartender was very friendly, made great drinks. It was uncrowded on a Saturday night at 7 as most people apparently come for the DJ later. So if you want a laid back atmosphere, you can hang out in the early evening and if you want some night life you can come later. They do not have food so bring take-out from your favorite restaurant if you want to eat. If they at least had small bar food menu with some good bar food I'd give it 5 stars but the lack of food and the view being nice but not spectacular, this is a solid high 4 stars.

    Maya H.

    Delightful atmosphere and fantastic jazz night. Great cocktails as well, I personally ordered the Expresso Martini and it was fantastic. The mint flavor added a nice edge to the drink and put it over any previous expresso martinis i've had. Overall would recommend coming in any Thursday. Nice and speedy service as well.

    Tequila smash, espresso martini, airmail
    Keann H.

    Came for Thursday jazz night and it did not disappoint. The live music perfectly matched the dark and moody vibes of the bar. My friends and I tried 3 different cocktails: the tequila smash, espresso martini, and airmail. The tequila smash and airmail were both good, fruity and balanced but definitely on the stronger side. However, the espresso martini blew me away. It wasn't a typical espresso martini, it had mint added and it made it taste like a perfect winter coffee drink. I would come back specifically for this cocktail because it was that good. Overall will definitely be back for more jazz nights!

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    Gabbi H.

    So glad that the new owners took this place over and brought a whole new vibe. It's the same folks that own Blind Dog Tavern and Poor Devil Saloon-- two of my other favorite bars. They are bringing some great cocktails to the table--like the Cuatro y Cuatro on the sweet side and the Holy Smokes for a bourbon lover like me. There's a great rooftop for sunny days, and I love the booths downstairs for a romantic rendezvous. Bartenders are lovely people! Definitely stop in.

    Ariel S.

    The bartender was tied for the best part of my experience here (with the rooftop HiBar)! I wanted the gin-based pear drink, but am not a huge fan of gin. We decided that it would still be good with vodka, so I got just that and it was exactly what I was in the mood for. Downstairs was really quiet, but we felt like the rooftop was a mini oasis - super cute and comfortable. And still felt private as more guests came up. Only tips? Share pricing for well drinks somewhere on the menu. And add side tables for the seats by the fireplace upstairs.

    Expresso martini
    Sarah M.

    Midtown dive bar with a rooftop patio?! You don't have to tell me twice. Came for an RCN event and while the downstairs is pretty close in quarters, it is open and vibrant on the rooftop! Lots of great cocktails are up for grabs and would totally recommend the expresso martini. The bartenders are great and drinks are refreshing. Look forward to going back with friends for an evening out.

    Rooftop bar
    Gena M.

    Came here for a drink with friends. Service was great. Very nice roof top bar, inside has some great booths.

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    Great neighborhood place no food but can bring your takeout or party with you! People are thoughtful and happy to help

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    Tiana the bartender was lovely and efficient. Such amazing cocktails too, made to perfection!

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    Ask the Community - Lo-Bar Social

    Can you tell us anything more about Jazz Night -- it sounds great?

    starts at 8:30 and ends around midnight. During the summer, we'll start on the roof, weather permitting. The first half is with the house Band. The second half of the night is pick up with other professional jazz artists and the house band. No two… Read more

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    Review Highlights - Lo-Bar Social

    Lo-Bar is one of our local neighborhood bars and I love stopping by for a drink, especially if they have live music.

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