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    Obstacle No. 1

    4.5 (50 reviews)
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    Robert S.

    We had a reservation for my dad's 70th birthday party tonight. And received a confirmation text. Upon arriving, the door was locked and the staff refused to open to door. We called and they say "Too bad. We're closed now." And wouldn't open the door. There was another group locked out as well. They also had a reservation. We were longstanding customers. We'll never be back after ruining this special evening for my dad

    Liz P.

    Very cool place, albeit expensive drinks. We are in town for our wedding weekend and met my fiance's best man and his wife here yesterday for drinks. Dim lighting - I had to use my phone back light to read the menu - but VERY interesting drinks, with fabulous presentation. My fiance ordered a drink that they smoked in front of him, and I ordered a drink that they lit on fire. I've been to a lot of fun cocktail bars but this might be the place with the most exquisite presentation. Specialty drinks are about $18-20+, and "regular" drinks (mai tai, etc.) are about $14+. Expensive, especially for Holland IMO, but the presentation makes it worth it. Looking forward to visiting again next time I'm in town.

    Mark H.

    I really like Obstacle. It's small, cozy, and dark interior reminds me of several places I've been in New York, but without the New York prices. Having sat at tables and at the bar, I think I prefer sitting at the bar. The chairs are comfy, and I really enjoy watching the bartenders make the drinks. And speaking of the drinks, wow, do they have a great selection of cocktails that not only taste great, but they also have a beautiful presentation. They also have a nice tequila selection,including several excellent certified additive-free brands. The food comes from the restaurant next door. We had the Spanish charcuterie board, which tasted good, but took almost 45 minutes to get. I mean, seriously, how long does it take to put some meat and cheese on a board? We probably would ordered more food were it not for the long wait. And were it not for the food issue I easily could give Obstacle 5 stars.

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    Aly M.

    Excellent service and drinks. Warm dark environment with only indoor seating. Would love to have drinks outside here. Good food selection too but the spirits are the main attraction here.

    No time to die and pina verde
    Melissa G.

    Holy smokes this was one of the best experiences I've had in a long time! I stopped in here randomly with a friend on Saturday night around 630. They were able to get us seats at the bar. The drinks are so fun and so delicious and strong! We just loved everything we had. The bartenders were fantastic! Friendly, easy-going, and so helpful. The vibe is very big-city swanky. Dark and elegant. I didn't take many pictures since we were too busy enjoying ourselves. I had the no time to die, fantastic. I don't love bourbon but this was so well balanced. I also had the otra palabra. I love mezcal and this was one of the best mezcal cocktails I've had. We ordered a bunch of food and were able to eat right at the bar. My friend has a severe dairy allergy and they accommodated no problem The food was also all fabulous! The chicken adobado tacos might be one of the best things I've ever eaten. The flat iron steak and chorizo skewer was also unbelievable. We will definitely be back and I can't wait to bring my friends and husband here!

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    Jon J.

    What a cute little place! Interesting menu that didn't disappoint, and the innovative cocktails just added to the fun. Would go back!

    Lobster croquetas
    Olivia A.

    This place was downright cool. Much cooler than I expected. It is very dim lit and small.. but the service and drinks and food were all super amazing. Five stars easily. My favorite drink was the Planter's punch and I loved the papas bravas, lobster croquetas, and the Barcelona "bread service". We sat at the bar which was lit up under the counter and also being able to be up close and personal to the bartender making your drink made the experience 50x better. My friend made a reservation for the two of us which allowed us to be seated immediately. The food is definitely tapas style (from next doors Poquito) and the drinks are absolutely delicious. Can't wait to come again and try more items.

    Cynthia B.

    Finally got to try Obstacle No. 1 and we LOVED it! Stopped by here right when they opened to grab a drink and bite to eat at the bar. They have a great selection of bourbons. The Obstacle No. 1 cocktail was fantastic and they smoke it table side right in front of you which is really cool. We tried the smoked bacon wrapped medjool dates filled with goat cheese and pecans with a sweet and smoky glaze. They were melt-in-your-mouth good! Also, tried the tiny Barbacoa tacos which were delish. The beef is super tender and flavorful with caramelized onions, perfectly paired with a crunchy shell. Delightful! We can't wait to go back!

    Andrew J.

    Food was great and drinks were awesome. Price point was just slightly on the high side. Would definitely visit again. Hospitality and staff were excellent.

    So many drink options
    Elizabeth R.

    Excellent service and experience! They happily accommodated our request for a reservation for 8 on a Saturday evening (note I called weeks ahead). Our group ranged in age from 28 to 70 and every one of us found a drink we liked - they even will make a custom drink based on our preferences! These bartenders are true mixologists and put on a good show sometimes even with fire depending on what you've ordered. This place is very intimate and cozy with low lighting and velvet lined booths. Plenty of street parking available and fun for all parties over 21!

    Drinks were amazing and the food was A+ Thursday night Bartender with the dope stache was super helpful and very friendly. We really had a great time.

    Cool interior and even better drinks

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    I chose this restaurant because they had gluten free options. I had a 30- minute wait on a crowded…read moreSunday and was eventually sat at a table closest to the rear. Every time someone opened the door, I felt an icy blast of air on my back. My server was Kelly G, an incredible young lady who went out of her way to make me feel welcome. I had hoped for a gf pizza but she told me that due to cross contamination in the small kitchen, she couldn't guarantee that it would be gluten free. Just when I considered leaving the establishment, she suggested a risotto which she would personally tell the cooks to make it gluten free. The risotto tasted ok especially with Sriracha. Kelly then suggested the gf turtle torte which was amazing. If it hadn't been for Kelly going the extra mile for me, I would have had nothing for dinner that night because there simply aren't any gf options in Holland for dinner. I gave her a 25% tip because she was awesome. I hope the restaurant understands that it isn't enough to say that an entree is gluten free if it doesn't have wheat - it also shouldn't be cooked in the same contaminated pan or touched by hands that have handled other products.

    I'd heard a lot of hype about this place, so I decided to check it out with a friend and I went…read morewith their classic burger. Unfortunately, it didn't quite live up to expectations. The meat lacked the flavor I was hoping for, and the fries came out overcooked, which was a bit of a letdown. Overall, the meal didn't really hit for me, especially given how highly it's talked about. I think my friend enjoyed her order. That said, it's possible I caught them at an off time, so I wouldn't completely write it off but based on this visit, it wasn't the experience I was expecting.

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    Obstacle No. 1 - cocktailbars - Updated May 2026

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