I loved it! Very unique. My eyes took a while to adjust to the dark, but my burger was delicious, and top shelf Manhattan was terrific! Service was quick and very friendly. I'm definitely going back! read more

Definitely a novelty place worth visiting- at least for a drink. The service was a bit slow, but not terrible. As for the food, I wasn't a fan, there are definitely better places to have a meal around the area. However, I'm glad I stopped by and enjoyed the atmosphere and decor. read more

Four of us visited on a Saturday evening with reservations. We parked on the street, but there is also a parking garage nearby. It's a really interesting ambiance with many unique picture opportunities. They are really creative with the array of craft cocktails offered and they are really tasty. The Tarot is one of my favorites, and it comes with a tarot card that you pick yourself! I started with a french fry app called the Scranton Strangler and it was amazing! It was a generous portion with lots of toppings. For an entree I got the steak flatbread which smelled incredible and tasted just as good. My friend got the Buffalo mac and cheese that came in a skull and another got the holy cow Burger, which came in a church shadow box. I tried the apple crisp dessert, which was apple, orange and cranberry that came in a cornmeal type crust that was really good. Service was top notch and this is definitely a place I would visit again. read more

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Wow! I came back after a few years and it's just gotten better! They've moved to a newer, bigger location connected to the Ritz Theater. In addition to the theatre and restaurant, there's other businesses in the same building like a meadery and an ice cream shop with "black" ice cream. Really neat and you can certainly make a whole night of it! We had a reservation on Saturday and got there right at opening and there was already a lineup. We were seated in a booth which was super comfortable and full of cool decor. The whole ambiance of the restaurant is something else. Like walking into a haunted attraction. Horror movie type scenes projected, candleabras, red lights, servers in full gothic decor. Service was great (shout out to Aaliyah our waitress who KILLED it on her first day.) Many theme restaurants rely on their kitschy theme alone and dial it in on some of the other elements but Noir puts absolutely so much attention and care into everything. The cocktails? Unmatched. A great menu with options that appeal to all kinds of tastes. The drinks are also very showy, and most come smoking. I went with the Love Spell which was prosecco, rose simple syrup, absinthe spritz, and rose petals. It was lovely. Sweet but not overwhelmingly so, and the prosecco balanced out the other elements nicely. The seasonal flatbread caught my eye: savory pumpkin butter, blue cheese, pickled cranberry, roasted brussels, pistachios. It was SO good. Smokey and savory and sweet and warm and comforting. I also stole some of my mom's Macbre and cheese which I've had previously, and it's still top notch. The smoked gouda really makes it next level and the skull plate is a kitschy hook. They've added a side bar area I assume you can rent for private events. This is a really cool place and top notch quality for Scranton especially. Really one of my favorites. The only suggestion I could offer is to have regular sized napkins handy instead of just cocktails, but that's a small note in the grand scheme of things. An amazing experience and the team behind it should be really proud. read more

This place was super cool. It is all spooky themed. It is very dark in there but thats part of the experience! Had lots of fun cocktails mine was bubbling (unfortunately not pictured) and the food was great! So fun, will be back. read more

Noir Dark Spirits - Mac and Cheese, Flatbread - American Near Me - Scranton, Pennsylvania

Quite an interesting and amazing experience if you're looking for a night out in a unique restaurant with a different vibe. There are a lot of photos of Noir already on Yelp so there's not really much to say that hasn't been; red bar back color, no TVs inside besides for one near the bar playing serial killer documentaries, and all kinds of horror and goth elements on the walls, floors, ceilings, and utensils. Loud music plays as well; some metal, but some other stuff too. Pretty cool overall. Three of us sat at the bar and the two bartenders were very friendly, polite, warm, and welcoming. The hostess as well was very nice and happy to walk us off to our seats. Food and drink ticket times were not long at all; maybe five minutes for drinks and 20 minutes for food. But, even if service was slower it wouldn't have bothered us because we know these drinks are boutique and take time to make. My friends ordered Skin of a Killer, Blood Bag, and something else. I sampled the two named drinks and they were terrific. The whole IV drink gimmick was so funny, too funny to pass up. We ordered the Phlebotomist Injections, Crimson Cesar salad, steak flat bread, and Seoul Reaper. All of the food except for Seoul Reaper came on casket plates basically. The Seoul Reaper was served in a shadow box church; pretty wild. All of the food was top notch; friends loved the tomato soup and baked bread combination. The cesar salad was tasty; a nice strong cheese accompanied the home made dressing. The steak flatbread also had a nice zingy flavor due to strong pecorino taste and peppery bite from arugula. My Seoul Reaper was juicy, tender, came with home made kimchi and Korean BBQ sauce. Amazing sandwich and it was paired with even more amazing fries. Yes these fries are frozen but the chef puts a really strong or special seasoning on them. I ordered an additional bowl of fries they were that good. Price point is high but that's because this is a niche restaurant where it takes time dressing up the food and drinks. I'd definitely return even if I just go for take out. Really love this place. read more

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love this place! super fun concept and food was delicious. i really enjoyed the cocktails and dishes that you cant get anywhere else. Cant wait to return read more

This gothic bar is all about the gothic, located at the Ritz Theater in Scranton. The atmosphere is super moody and exactly what the customers were looking for seeking a dark night out. I loved the design and the look of the place. It really gets you into a dreary mood in a good way. Despite having a small menu, it feels like there's a wide variety of options. It caters to all diets, and it's the first time I've ever had Mac, or should I say, Macabre and cheese, in a skull. There are a lot of drink options too, and it's the first place I can say that I got a tarot card when I ordered the namesake drink, The Tarot. My friends and I thought this place was great, and we're all looking forward to coming back. It's a small bar, so I recommend making reservations if you're planning to go. The look of the place might not be for everyone, but if you're feeling different and looking for a horror-themed bar, give this place a try. My friends and I are planning to come back here again soon! read more

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Food was great, drinks were great, TJ was great! And the atmosphere was just phenomenal

Amazing theme and great selection of cocktail drinks. I made a reservation ahead of time and they allowed me to increase the number of people the day of. However, they wouldn't allow us to push the reservation back, which I understand, but we wound up waiting 15 minutes for the table. Drinks came promptly and with amazing presentation. The food items are also cleverly named. I would like to go back and try some of their food. The cocktails were around $10-$15 which isn't too expensive. read more

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If you like this dark, sexy kind of vibe - this is your spot. I absolutely loved hanging out here and grabbing a drink. A here on the weekends there is a speakeasy in the back but you didn't hear it from me. So much fun read more

Noir Dark Spirits - Amazing vibe - great cocktail selection, some nice cheap wine. Definitely give this place a try - American Near Me - Scranton, Pennsylvania

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Edgar Allen Poe eat your heart out! (Literally) It was cool to have their Absinthe experience so here's what that's about : Adding sugar and water to absinthe brings out the botanical and sweet notes while making the very high-proof liquor easier to consume," says O'Connor. "I find most people can't handle absinthe at its full strength [due to its high proof], but really enjoy the flavor profile once it's been diluted down. It's super dark and gothic esque. The point of this place is to show case true goth, creepy yet beautiful and dark even in a romantic way. Some parts seem a bit gimmicky like stuff on the menu however it is certainly unique and exciting if you're into the macabre!!! Service took a second but we didn't order food anyway- I didn't have the stomach for food and skulls mixed together. Fun place for sure! New experience- definitely read more

I really am disappointed that I'm even writing this review because I wanted to love this place.. I saw the many wonderful marketing videos on TikTok and knew I need to try this place. I managed to get my sister to plan an entire girls weekend to Scranton just for the sole purpose of trying this restaurant. We made reservations over 3 weeks in advance and ubered our way into the city since it was the weekend of the St. Patrick's Day parade. It was pouring down raining and our uber driver left us off in the wrong area. When we arrived, soaked through my shoes and entire outfit, eyeliner running, we were greeted at the entrance. "Do you have Reservations?" Yes, we are about 10 mins late due to the storm and our uber driver, sorry about that. "Well, good thing you got here now, I was just about to give your table away." That personally started my meal off in the wrong direction. Seated at the smallest table possibly in existence, we literally only had room for the menus and our drinks. (once the food arrived they had to go on the floor) Our waitress was very pleasant and took our drink & app order (Drinks were 10 out of 10) app was good but barely fit on table. We both ordered Caesar Salad's and the dough injections as our meal. 1 hr later from placing our order we still hadn't received our salads. Our waitress asked us what our order was again because they lost the ticket. Mind you, there were a max of 12 tables in the entire establishment. 45 minutes later our salads arrive on what appear to be slate slabs to which my dressing was pouring over the side. We finished our salads and still not dough injections...They arrived about 10 mins later. Overall, the aesthetic was on point, service and food were not. Certainly not worth a 4 hr drive. read more

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I can't believe I found this GEM! It was amazing. From the ambiance to the service. They checked on us every single time we needed drinks! I am surprised how they stay in business only because TBH Scranton seems dead. But I can tell you the food and drinks are to really to die for! You can't even imagine how amazing it is coming from NY to find this place in PA! read more

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If you're looking for a bit of a dark & cozy cocktail environment, I recommend you check out Noir Dark Spirits. Cocktails are fun, environment is "dark", and the crowd is hip. read more

Noir Dark Spirits - American Near Me - Scranton, Pennsylvania

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I never write reviews however Absolutely the worst customer service I have ever experienced. Purchased a gift card for someone which they had issues using. On my end I had a receipt to show. Not only did the restaurant hang up on me twice but even when I called to say I wanted to cover their meal they hung up a 3rd time. Busy or not you don't terrible service. Manager wouldn't even take me call. Don't bother buying a gift card nor going there. read more

Atmosphere is unique, but that is the only positive. 1 hour and 20 minutes to receive our meals. One person in our party was served first and others waited up to 10 minutes for their plates. Our party all agreed the Food was overly seasoned with salt for 5 plates. Probably wouldn't return due to slow service. read more

Everything from beginning to end was absolutely perfect. My girlfriend and I visited for Valentine's Day and were blown away by what the restaurant offered. They had top notch quality food, beautiful atmosphere, the nicest staff and very affordable options. We will definitely be back!!! read more

This is hands down the coolest restaurant I have ever been to. The vibe is incredible and the decor is so cool. Everything from the drinks to the food is both delicious and fun. Everything fits into the theme of this restaurant and the service is amazing. Our time here was so much fun and we will definitely be back! read more

Absolutely loved it. Just visited after they moved into the redone Ritz in Scranton, and had a great night out! I went in fearing that they may rely more on the ambiance and the gimmicks of some of the dishes - but everything that I had was really well done. The mixed nuts appetizer was an interest combination with a ton of pitted olives, that worked well together. I had the Bambi Tacos, and although they were a bit messy (knife and fork needed), the taste was right where it needed to be. Also tried a few of the cocktails and they were fun, eye-catching, and delicious. Our waitress was extremely polite and personable, and the service was pretty quick. I really cannot complain. I will return! read more

Food was not great Only eat the Mac and cheese Live music good Drinks not great And skip dessert !! It was not good I won't go back .. It's picture fun but good food is not it read more

Not only is the ambiance amazing- so are the food and drink! Inventive and delicious menu, with so many Instagram worthy items. Drinks in IV bags, drinks that come with tarot cards, smoking and bubbling, delicious to boot! Many cocktails also available NA, so anyone can join in the fun. We had the dough balls, ceasar salad, chicken sandwich, and mac and cheese - all of which left us saying "that dinner was so good!" For hours after. Also some really fun food presentations - lots of wow! Booths are cool, back bar from an old church fits the space well, and the dinner "entertainment" piques the interest, can't wait to go back! read more

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Lovely staff, cool and unique drinks, and the food is good! I miss the old location, but they are still great!

Drinks 10/10 very creative reminded me of a bar in Disney Food 7/10 not bad food at all just needs a bigger selection read more

Noir Dark Spirits - The confession - American Near Me - Scranton, Pennsylvania

A+ atmosphere. definitely there is a fad to char everything. not really into it but whatever. this place is good for the drinks and atmosphere. read more

The food was hit and miss, so were the drinks, (mostly miss for the drinks). I enjoyed my midsummer drink I ordered and the Macabre and cheese (Mac and cheese) was pretty yummy, the drinks were nicely executed with cool effects, but my friends hated their drinks said they tasted like dirty bong water, and the charcuterie board salami was absolutely horrible, as were a few of the other meats, the grapes on it were not fresh, other than that, cool place, nice vibe, Awesome decor, oh and I should add, no one checked any of our ID's when we got drinks, kinda strange but not complaining. read more

Such a fun place! Ended up getting a 9 pm reservation with friends and we had a great time! The waitress was very knowledgeable about what was in each of the items and i was an able to have quite a few options without dairy. Drinks were pretty good too! read more

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Noir Dark Spirits is a unique venue with a dark ambiance but worth a visit. I'd suggest either making a reservation or calling ahead to inquire about availability since it isn't the most spacious. The drink menu is very creative and we enjoyed the selections we ordered. Tragically, Yelp does not accept video clips, but I've posted a few pictures to this review. The food menu is tapas style and offered maybe six or so items at the time we visited. This were even fewer items than they had listed on their website. Our server indicated that they have been refining it so there are not many offerings. To that end, there were very limited vegan/vegetarian options, but we made do with a seitan flatbread of sorts and a cheese board. Both were creatively presented and tasty. Overall, it's a cool venue and worth a visit. The drinks were fun and strong and the food was good, but they could definitely use some more choices. read more

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Dingy and sticky- albeit an entertaining and Interesting gimmick. Good music. Hott goth chicks. Upon arrival, hostess said all tables were reserved yet we sat at the bar for a couple rounds of drinks while multiple tables remained open. The tables remained empty until we left. Cool, friendly, and attentive bartenders. Didn't try the food, not a particularly appetizing place, the thought of insects in the kitchen is appalling and the menu doesn't exactly have my mouth watering. read more

We have to hand it to this establishment - it goes all out with the goth gimmick. It is quite dark in the restaurant with a lot of black decor and lighting. All of the menu items are appropriately named to mimic the macabre. We ordered a round of cocktails which were very well presented and well balanced. My husband ordered an old fashioned that was flaming when served. I ordered a gin based drink that smoked and bubbled. We decided to stay and order food to really get a well rounded experience. We ordered a charcuterie board called the Devil's Board and Chicken trapped under a brick. Unfortunately there was a pretty sizable bug on our board. We are not sure if it just landed on the board as we were being served or did it happen in the kitchen? Either way it skeeved us out. The chicken was quite tasty with a nice serving of farro and broccolini. I decided to use the restroom which is located outside of the restaurant and used by other establishments. It was dirty and in need of a cleaning. Another skeev moment. All in, we appreciated the cocktails and may come back just to enjoy the libations. read more

Noir Dark Spirits - Chicken Trapped Under A Brick - American Near Me - Scranton, Pennsylvania

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Went here to celebrate our birthday and were seated at a cool table for two that seemed special. I think wearing black was a mistake as we might have blended into the environment. We waited 40 minutes to get a drink and food order placed after asking the host after waiting 30 minutes in if we had a server. Our starter arrived before our cocktails. My cocktail was delicious and presentation awesome but I do not think the bar can handle the volume and complexity of the menu. The stuffed skull bread was better than I expected. Our steak had great presentation but arrived room temperature and not hot and potatoes undercooked. Ordered another round of cocktails when our meal came that never showed up. Server said she bring a free dessert for the wait and our birthday but it would be cheesecake. I guess that's the only choice and I didn't care for it. Waited 30 minutes to get bill and asked if the second round was on the bill that we did not receive. Server replied oh I forgot to order those. This place has such potential but the service was horrendous. I think the menu might be too complex to execute and management seemed nonexistent read more

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Amazing food, great atmosphere and our hostess Monica was wonderful! Will definitely be back again soon.

A Beautiful little spot with Amazing Decor! This was a lucky find for me as a girl brought me here to enjoy the gothic ambiance with a hint of emo flair. Perfect for an small date / meetup spot as they offer light, horror-themed hors d'oeuvre that are perfect for sharing and inventive cocktails brewed up by their joyful staff. We shared the Charcuterie Meat Skull, which I was thinking was going to be some 3D molded meat, but simply had charcuterie options on a flat, skull shapped board. I also had the Hail Seitan which was quite delightful and I believe she had the Blood Mac Melt which she devoured quite quickly. She was also very excited to meet owner, Josh Balz, former keyboardist from Motionless in White if you're a metal fan. He's probably not always there but a very kind man and happy to meet a fan. If you have a friend who enjoys wearing black to every occasion, this is the place to bring them. read more

My friends and I were visiting Scranton. I found this place on yelp and it looked really cool! The atmosphere was really on point and exactly what we were looking for. Had some dark and goth-y looking decor. We went on a Saturday night around 9 and it was not very crowded. We got a table right away and service right away. I got the "re animator" which comes with a fun glow stick, hot dog flavored water (which comes with a gummy hot dog on top) and we all got a Jell-O shot syringe. My friend got a blood bag drink that looks like an iv (which we did not see on the menu, but we saw two girls with it). We got the cherry pies. Not the greatest taste, but it was cool looking. The waiters were attentive, but I had to ask for them to take our drinks away when our table became too crowded. I wish they were a little more engaging with us, but they seemed really busy. All in all, a fun time with some exciting novelty drinks. read more

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The Ritz location is so much larger than the old one and it's much more fancy. Gabby and Ally the bartenders tonight were so nice. Answered all my questions about the amazing boutique drink menu that not only tastes great but was fun to look at and would make a good insta post. read more

It is simply amazing! The drinks are So good and creative. The ambience is very cool read more

Food and drinks were very good. Cool place in so far as atmosphere. Unfortunately it took them 2 hours to bring food for four people. It was clear the cooks were not following the ticket and making meals out of turn as our meals came out 10 to 15 minutes a part. The steak and eggs I ordered were cold. We asked our server to please bring over the last meal and she sent the manager over who proceeded to yell at us! Never yell at your customers. Very disappointed. read more

Love this spot. Visiting from out of town and stopped by for dinner. The decor is fantastic and the cocktails match. We had the Confession and the Tarot. Loved both the meat and cheese plates and the chili was amazing!!! If you like oddities and eclectic foods this is the place to be. read more

Oohh lala the decor and drinks are to die for muhuhahaha, in a great way. Besides that the bartenders are AMAZING and the food always comes out freaking AMAZING! Like the tacos!? Oof the consistency is unmatched! read more

This is such a gem in Scranton. We did not partake in the food, but all the specialty cocktails we tried were super delicious! You should be able to find street parking. The ambiance is really cool. It's like entering Dracula's castle but in a nonthreatening way if that makes sense! lol! Loved everything about it. The staff was friendly. We will definitely return when we're back in town! read more

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