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    Nightcap

    4.4 (56 reviews)
    Closed 6:00 pm - 10:00 PM

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    Great cocktails, great service, great ambiance. Nightcap quickly became one of our favorite downtown spots last year and continues to impress every time we go. If you are looking for a more refined bar experience, this is definitely a must go. They also have some bites if you are in the mood. The fries are some of my favorites!

    In the Weeds (rum, coconut, lemongrass, pineapple, spirulina, lemon, absinthe) & On the Prowl (pisco, papaya, chaat masala, lemon, cynar)
    Julia V.

    We stumbled upon this gem after a romantic dinner and it was truly the perfect way to end the night. Ambiance is perfect -- moody, romantic, and sort of speakeasy vibes. Drinks were fantastic. The menu is divided into different flavor profiles -- herbal, exotic and tropical, bold and spirit-forward, timeless, and nonalcoholic. Each cocktail is $15-17. We got two drinks each, On the Prowl (balanced and unique with the chaat masala), In the Weeds (strong but balanced and sweet), Paper Plane (classic and done well), and Clover Club (my absolute favorite, elegant and perfectly sweet). Service was good, only one bartender was working so we didn't get a chance to really chat with him but he was friendly and helpful! Would definitely visit again.

    Espresso Martini & Mojito
    Lauren L.

    My new favorite bar! Cute, cozy, and classy - I love the vibe and the drinks were well crafted. The bartender was nice and you can tell has lots of experience. Will be back soon!

    We loved this spot! Super cozy, dark, and intimate vibes. It's more of a college town but this romantic spot was tucked away and perfect for a night out with my fiancé. Zac took amazing care of us and was so informative and attentive, even when the bar got busy later in the night. We never felt overlooked and really appreciated the service! :) We'll definitely be back. Only small note: the music was a little fast-paced and gave Zara/Forever 21 energy. Jazz or something moodier would fit the atmosphere so well. Overall, such a great experience!

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    Tessa H.

    Great little hotel bar in SLO! My partner and I wandered in on a weeknight during summer and were able to find two seats at the bar. Bartender let us order quickly, and made us two delicious drinks with ease -- brown butter old fashioned and the gin-based Zen Garden. The inside of this place alone is worth a visit with the mirrored ceiling and candlelit ambiance.

    This place has an amazing, cozy atmosphere and excellent drinks. The bartenders were very meticulous with the drinks they made. Highly recommend.

    Inside
    Ana M.

    Oh let me just tell you this, cutest, coziest, classiest bar you can go in SLO. We stayed at Granda and thats how we got to know about this place! Their Cocktails are not the usual ones you get everywhere else. I am typical straight with ice girl but this place's Mezcal cocktail was one of a kind! We ordered albacore dish and Olives for appetizers. The sauce of albacore was sweet, sour and spicy! Something that I can eat for every meal! This place should be the MUST on your list!

    Zen Garden
    Audrey Kaye M.

    The drinks were very good and reasonably priced. I recommend coming here after dinner to finish the night off strong. (Literally lol) The drinks are strong, but flavored very well. The service was good. The only reason I gave four stars was due to the size of the room. It was the Friday after thanksgiving and from opening until we left it was crowded and loud. But we were still taken care of very kindly and respectfully. The bartenders were kind and lighthearted with their jokes. Overall it was a great experience! I highly recommend.

    9pm on a Wednesday, best placed to be.
    Jason S.

    As one of the very few bars to close later than most in SLO county, this place is the best of the best. Superb craft cocktails among an entire range of spirits to be found that are just amazing by themselves. The ambiance is dark, dimly lit, music swirls from techno to classic rock to mood synth which is perfect for whatever you are drinking. The bartenders are some of the best within hundreds of miles and will hit the mark with whatever taste in a drink you are wanting. If you are staying at the attached Granada Hotel- even better.

    Joanna H.

    Located in Granada hotel, Nightcap is a small yet intimate cocktail bar. Dimly lit with a nice cozy ambiance. Whenever I see milk punch on the menu, that is automatically my order. I love trying all the different milk punches available at cocktail bars. It was a very well-balanced milk punch. I do wish it was served with a single ice cube rather than with crushed ice. I also got the zen garden cocktail which came with an ice cube. A nice cocktail with all familiar ingredients. I could tell it is a well loved cocktail bar by tourists and locals alike. I'd recommend checking it out on a weekday as it tends to get pretty busy.

    The atmosphere is swanky & romantic!
    Celina O.

    The Nightcap is both swanky & romantic. The drinks are always well balanced and the staff was delightful and attentive! We always stop in this spot when we are in SLO!

    Sazerac
    Yun-Wen L.

    Had such an amazing experience that I kind of want to keep this a secret... Drinks/Flavor : 5/5 had the sazerac. Friends all enjoyed their drinks thoroughly as well. Ambience : 5/5 very dark and intimate atmosphere. Semi-faint music playing in the back, but not loud enough to drown out your conversations. Not sure the experience at the bar, but we had a table and we didn't have to shout to talk and other people's conversation didn't spill into ours. Service : 5/5 the water cups are small so the waiters had to make rounds to keep them filled, but they were always there! They were very accomodating when friend asked to see if they can customize her drink. Service with smiles. Very pleasant and good vibes. Really made my night Value for Price : 5/5 great fun to sip your drinks and chit chat while you enjoy the atmosphere. Really lost track of time in there. Very charming

    Espresso Martini, Raspberry Cobbler
    Sana T.

    Absolutely loved the service here! Cute little spot with great drink options. It's right in the Granada Hotel, super walkable to downtown

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    Ambiance is fantastic and the service by Eric is fantastic. He remembered us from a few nights before at the Granada. We are coming back!

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    Cozy interior plus skilled mixologists = a memorable evening. The house frites were crispy and savory.

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    Cocktails were ok. Bartenders weren't attentive and took days to get a check and leave

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    Excellent ambiance and crafted cocktails, friendly bar tenders. Nice location and subdued lighting's

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    Loved the look and feel of the place. Decent cocktails as well. Service definitely varying between which bartenders are serving you though.

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