Oh my! Merry Christmas on overdrive! Couldn't be more excited to share this unique experience with my adult children. We started with a shot and then the two cocktails. Such an amazing experience read more

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I came out in December for their Miracle pop-up in 2025. As someone who has gone to a ton of holiday cocktail bars and pop-ups over the last 10 years, Overlook Lodge's is probably the best I've ever been to. Be aware it will be FAST. Look at the order ahead of time if you're a picky eater/drinker. They run your appointment like clockwork, and you'll be in-and-out, gulping down cocktails, through the entire experience. Your two drinks are included (this year, anyway), and I'd honestly be surprised if you managed to have time for a third. Time zips by fast. That being said, because they do it this way, you essentially have constant service, there's "events" that happen at the end of your reservation time, (I don't want to spoil it, but cover your drink!), and then they kick you out. Service was friendly, though, and I saw the server make time to take group photos for all of the tables (including ours) with someone at the table's camera. (No bullshit "group photo" upsells here) It's kinda loud, though, and I wouldn't recommend this as a chill meet-up-and-socialize spot. (If you wanna talk, they have an addendum, Christmas-themed laid-back bar next door.) It's more of a "get blasted in the face by Christmas for an hour and then leave" experience. It's pretty loud, and talking can be a bit difficult over the music and constant interruptions (more drinks? Photos? Cute Christmas video montage?) But this works in its favor as it feels the most Christmas, over-the-top, and seasonal out of all the holiday bars I've ever been to. It also keeps it from feeling too crowded as reservations are required, so you for-sure have a seat and you don't have to stand forever in line to wait for drinks. I'd probably guesstimate that bar staff is making all of their seasonal drinks, constantly, and servers just pick one up to deliver. With the capacity in here, it would make sense. No idea what the bar is like the rest of the year; this is just a review for the Miracle pop-up which, again, is probably the best I've been to in the Midwest. Cincinnati, you're spoiled down here. (Sidenote, I was absolutely taken aback by their TV presentation on the wall. It's hard to describe, but it isn't just a projector showing a giant rectangle. It's specifically slotted into the holes in-between holiday decorations. Staff told me that had to hire special technicians to get it to show up that way and that's seriously a level of detail I am so amazed by.) read more

I loved every second of the Miracle Christmas pop-up. It was organized to a T, and the staff were amazing. Sam was incredibly sweet and took care of us. Our bartender served us the most delicious holiday drinks. The music and decor were absolute vibes and set the tone. It is a wonderful event for anyone looking for holiday cheer! read more

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Excellent little place to go and have a good time. Staff were really great. Drinks were really nice. Cute atmosphere

Overrated is the word I would use to describe Overlook Lodge. My husband and I were excited to come here because we are fans of the Shining but left disappointed. The decor does not remind me of the movie. It's suppose to be similar to the lodge in the movie but I feel like I was in a basic lodge you can find anywhere in Colorado. They do have screens playing but they only show the movie once on mute. The drinks weren't anything to rave about. Nothing looked good in my opinion so I didn't order anything. My husband said his drink was okay. I had high hopes for Overlook and I feel like it fell short. I would give it another try if others want to stop by but I may give it a pass if I was making the decision read more

It's been awhile since I've been to the Overlook Lodge. My best friend got tickets to the Miracle Pop Up event that's held here every year. It includes a shot and two drinks on the menu. This sells out fast! We got it reserved on a Saturday from 7:30 pm to 8:45 pm. When you walk in, you will definitely get into the Christmas spirit. Every inch of the place is decorated. We started off with the Naughty shot. I got the Snowball Old-Fashioned and my best friend got Rudolph's Replacement. Second round, I got the Rudolph's Replacement since I tried my friends and loved it. Nice dessert drink. It contains vodka, coffee liqueur, white crème de cacao, orange curaçao, chai syrup, almond milk, and aromatic bitters. My best friend got Yippee Ki Yay Mother Fu******. Which has different types of rum, coconut and pineapple juice. At the end they play clips from classic movies and music. Fake snow starts coming down. So much fun. At the end I bought my friend and I matching collectible mugs to take home. If you haven't experienced this, you need to. read more

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I am a fan of anything Gorilla Cinemas does, but the Overlook is probably my favorite. I've been several times, but they recently announced they updated their motif and I wanted to check it out. Honestly, it doesn't look much different than it used to, but it leans more into the ski lodge theme. Service and cocktails are always great. We tried a few from the updated menu and they were great. The Planter's Punch is VERY booze forward, so be aware of that. Our favorite was the Singapore Sling. They have live music on weekends, trivia on Tuesdays, and fondue on Thursdays that I've been wanting to try. Overall it's a nice, cozy bar that's a perfect addition to your night out in Pleasant Ridge. read more

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We had a wonderful experience here with their Miracle Pop-up bar.the bartenders whereAMAZING the drinks where incredible and let me tell you it's the first time I've ever seen snow inside a bar. This was truly an amazing night! Loved how Christmas-y this place was decorated. Definitely coming back next year read more

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We went to the Overlook Lodge for their Miracle at the Overlook event. I believe they said this is the 7th year for converting the bar into a Christmas bar. Under normal circumstances, it is a neighborhood bar. On this Saturday night in December, it was definitely not normal. We purchased a ticket in advance. This ticket gave us 70 minutes in the bar along with a naughty or nice shot and 2 holiday cocktails in festive cocktail glasses. The bartenders were extremely busy making cocktails from scratch. We had such fun. We decided we are going again next year. Tickets do sale out so look for them early or sign up for the mailing list to know of the events ahead of time. read more

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At Christmas time this place does an amazing pop up! The rest of the year it feels like the lobby of the overlook in the movie shining. The frozen hot chocolate tasted great and was adorable. However, I was pretty disappointed that they didn't offer the fondue for two that was advertised on Thursdays. I guess it's just during the cold weather months. I hope to be able to try it this winter! read more

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Perfect location for a drink after dinner at Lonely Pine! There are plenty of tables and comfy seating; music went live at 8 pm (it was a Saturday). A large group also had a Goodfella's pizza delivered while we were there and it looked like a good idea! read more

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I have been obsessed with the movie, The Shining, ever since I first saw it. Not only is it a great scary movie, but there's something about the Overlook Hotel that is incredibly haunting, yet intriguing. Take out the scary themes and imagine the Overlook is just a cozy ski lodge - That's what this bar feels like, and I really enjoyed it! And it's not an overwhelmingly paraphernalia-based bar, as they have made the Overlook Lodge a relaxing and welcoming place, whether you care for the movie or not. The are very unique drinks on their menu, named after things related to the film. I tried their spiced winter sangria - loved it! They have a list of draft beers and wine if you're not looking to sip on a cocktail. I can't believe it took me so long to discover this place... thanks TikTok! read more

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Fun, rustic neighborhood bar inspired by the movie 'the shining'. The movie itself was playing when we stopped in. The bartenders are helpful and efficient. We stopped in for to-go cocktails and even in a big styrofoam cup, they tasted great! I got the 'imaginary friend' which was light and refreshing. I don't love rose flavored drinks/food but the bartender assured me the rose was simply a spray mist after the drink is made. He was not wrong, It was just a finishing and while it added to the overall cocktail, I didn't taste it, it wasn't overpowering. So if you don't like rose, don't let it stray you away from this cocktail! Definitely planning to come back to hang in the various nooks and enjoy the ambiance with a group of friends. read more

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Reservations are required for their Christmas season, but do it! I guarantee you will be in the holiday spirit by the time you leave. Such a fun, unique experience!! The themed cocktails were very good as well. read more

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Was expecting more of a spooky vibe but still had a great time here. The cocktails are fantastic and they play old creepy movies! Love it! We went on a slow Saturday night and service was quick and the DJ was playing all my alt faves. Parking is across the street behind other buildings but not a far walk at all. I've heard that Christmas is a good time to go so I will definitely be back. read more

A unique bar inspired by the shining and who LOVES their horror movies. Typically bar service unless specified otherwise for special events. Some drinks are batched and others are mixed when ordered. The decor here is top notch especially if you are lucky enough to get tickets into their Christmas event. read more

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I came here for the Miracle takeover and had an amazing time. They decorated every inch of the place, everyone working was wearing festive clothing, and the drinks were appropriately themed. It was exactly what I was hoping for and I'm disappointed I didn't discover it sooner. The employees were all friendly, the drinks were strong, and I enjoyed the amount of space between the tables. I can't speak to the normal bar since I'm not a big scary movie person, but I would definitely come back for the Miracle event. read more

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One of my favorite local watering holes! I absolutely love the bartenders and the atmosphere here. They usually have live music and movies playing on the TV. Great little spot for date night. Bathrooms are tiny but clean. The patio is by far my favorite. Summer is here and you can find me there! Street parking out front. read more

It was my first time here and I really enjoyed it. The bartenders made me feel very welcome by "joshing" me on my drink order... I can't belive they don't make a Bee's Knees on the regular!!! Either way, Brandon and Lance were both very friendly and fun! read more

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Cool DJ spinning beats and our bartender Brandon is so good. Handcrafting it all! Great space with fun conversation areas. Happy hour $5 cocktails are on point! read more

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I visited Overlook a lil while ago because my friend loooves The Shining. If you are a fan too, you should visit this. I'm not much into it, so I wasn't getting the Easter eggs across this place. The vibe is very spooky and there's some horror movie constantly on over the big screens. Some might enjoy that experience. I wasn't a fan. The cocktails are pretty good and themed. My friend and I each had one and they were both really good. Their menu options are really interesting and I might return just for that. read more

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Very quaint with a lodge theme straight from The Shining. There was plenty of taxidermy on the walls. The bench seating was very comfortable and the lighting was some of the coolest I've seen in a bar. I would say the hipster quotient on this spot was pretty high but happily there was a diverse crowd inside. Live, acoustic guitar music when we arrived. Made conversation hard as others were yelling to be heard over music. Unfortunately, the patio closed at midnight (on weekend) even though bar was open later. We decided to leave and find a quieter spot since we couldn't partake of the outdoor space. I loved my cocktail, My Grind Tony. It was a blend of cachaca, banana liqueur, and cinnamon simple syrup. Perfect for an almost-fall but still summer night. They have a half dozen type of snack mixes from Asian to S'mores to go with your drinks. I chose the Bourbon Street which was sweet and salty including sesame sticks, cheese sticks, nuts ... So good! read more

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A nice neighborhood spot! We went around 8 on a Friday night and got a seat inside. (Hint: there's patio seating in the back!) you have to order at the bar! We tried four of the house cocktails and they were all amazing! There was also live music that which added to the experience! Great place to go with a group or for a drink at the bar! read more

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I took a friend to the Overlook this past Thursday for a drink after dinner and the female bartender was not very welcoming or pleasant. She made us feel like we were a burden. My husband and I have been going to the overlook for years and this was the first time I was not pleased with my experience. The drinks tasted amazing as always however the service and atmosphere was not what it has been in the past. Hoping to give it another try soon read more

Overlook lodge has been a staple of PR for the last 5 plus years. The venue is smaller but definitely fits the bill of a truly great concept bar as this takes after the Jack Nicholson classic the Shinning. I have celebrated NYE here, and also Overlook hosts a grear Christmas time themed event that you have to see to experience for yourself. The cocktails and pricing are fair for what you expense out. Also the same owners of this property own The Lonely Pine steakhouse next door! Highly recommended! Cheers read more

Great Theme Bar! Great customer service And Awesome crafted cocktails. Just love the envionment. read more

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Our first time visiting Overlook Lodge because we wanted to check out the Christmas pop up they have going on this winter. You walk into the joint and the Christmas spirit slaps you in the face! You got the old school Christmas lights, Elf playing on the tv, a black Santa to greet you, and a festive Christmas cocktail menu. We arrived at 7pm on a Friday and was pleased to find seats without an issue. It's sit yourself so make sure you stag a seat as soon as you get there because it will get busy. About 8pm, the bar was packed and about 9pm, there was a line outside the door to get it. Keep that in mind. The menu is full of festive cocktails all ranging from $11-12 dollars. Tip: You can buy the mugs that the drinks come in! I ordered the Snowball Old Fashion and my wife ordered the Eggnog drink. We both enjoyed our drinks very much but only ended up getting one round due to not feeling like spending 50 bucks on 4 drinks. So throw on your Santa hat, get in the spirit, enjoy an x-mas cocktail (or two, ya big baller!) and enjoy! read more

Terrible experience here. Staff was very rude and unprofessional. Manager did nothing in taking responsibility for staffs actions. Very disappointed and will not be returning. Stay away! read more

I came here last Friday for the Miracle Bar. It was great! The decorations were on point!! I loved that the staff dressed up as well to be in the holiday spirit. I loved the themed menu for drinks to go along with the décor. I was there for 2 hours and ordered the "Nice" shot both times. I ordered the Elfing Around, Christmapolitan, and 2 of my favorite: Yippie Ki Yay Mother F***ER. I loved the glassware that the drinks came in. My favorite drink came in a mug shaped like Santa's behind - absolutely hysterical! I saw another drink come in a T-Rex and another that came with a Koala! The music was festive and the falling snow was perfect! I had a wonderful time!! read more

Not sure about the hype. Yes, there was, "The Shining" theme in decor. There was the regional, typically poor, wine offering, and there was overpriced munchies; Asian Mix, bland and stale. Bartender was aloof, spending her time on her phone. Music seemed non-existent? I can only guess that 20-somethings reviewed this place and gave it a good happy hour rating. Sadly, they have only proven that the "happy hour" is extinct! read more

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I love The Overlook Lodge! I've stopped in here on a couple of occasions and really enjoyed myself. I came during their Mardis Gras celebration in 2016 and was super impressed at how a relatively small space was able to throw a fun and inclusive party. Most, recently I attended their Tuesday Night trivia and had a great time. It was super low key and no frills which is very appealing. This joint is themed after The Shining, which is a really clever idea. There are room keys on the wall, as well as playful hatchet decor. Speaking of hatchets, The hatchet is one of their playful themed drinks (it also happens to be my favorite). It consists of tequila, ginger, lime, Spanish spices and ginger beer. A fun play on a mule, and very tasty. Their bartenders are very fun and add to the atmosphere. read more

I absolutely LOVED the Overlook Lodge. I had heard about it so often in the past, and all about it's décor being a straight up homage to "The Shining" and I knew this was a place I had to check out. The night I was there I went to check out a band that was playing. They have live music every weekend, and the quality of bands they get to perform here is really high. But yeah, everything about this place I liked. Since it's the holiday season the place was fully decked out in Christmas décor..so much so that I couldn't really see the Shining aspects of it..but regardless it was really cool. The night I was there they were playing "Die Hard" on their TVs. Ha..what a great Christmas movie to have on in the background! So much fun. The drinks here were a little pricey..but honestly I didn't even care. They were really good and really inventive. I tried a couple of cocktails off of their Christmas themed menu. Started off with the "Christmapolitan"..a holiday take on a cosmopolitan with cranberry sauce thrown in. It was quite tasty! Next I tried the "Bad Santa"..this drink was served hot and really hit the spot. It tasted like a warm tea version of a cocktail if that makes any sense..ha. I ended my night with a "And a Partridge in a Pear Tree". It was..interesting..but in a good way! The flavor combos they threw in this thing were really unique. If you're feeling adventurous I would definitely recommend it. And I also have to say even tho these drinks were a bit pricey, they were strong, so it was all good. The atmosphere here is really nice and cozy. The staff I interacted with were all friendly and personable. And the band was awesome! Oddly OK was their name. They played great and their show was so much fun and so entertaining. I would definitely recommend checking them out if you get the chance. So yes. I loved this place. Everything was great. Can't wait to go back! read more

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I had been itching to try this place once I learned it was owned by the same people that run Video Archive. Arrived on a Thursday to a pretty empty bar, but the staff was really friendly. I got to try the new Spring menu and absolutely loved everything! Tried several shots (the Traveler was my favorite) and a few drinks (the Graveyard is yummy) and even did the ski shot which is hilarious! I loved this place and can't wait to go back to hopefully become a room 237 regular! Oh and try the s'mores trail mix, to die for! read more

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If you're a fan of The Shining, Overlook Lodge is a must visit. If you're not a fan of The Shining, Overlook Lodge is still a must visit. The "rustic watering hole" pay homage to the Stephen King classic with the decor throughout. If I were Jack Nicholson, Overlook Lodge would be a GREAT spot to begin terrorizing my family...and enjoying some delicious cocktails while I'm at it. The weekends tend to bring live music and a decent crowd. There is limited seating that fills up quickly, but I've never seen it packed to the brim (though I'm sure it happens). The back patio is also a great area to enjoy your libations on a nice day. Whenever I find myself in Pleasant Ridge, I'll be sure to swing by Overlook Lodge. read more

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Very cool place. Small but cool. They have very good and unique cocktails as well as a small draft beer selection. HUGE bourbon selection. This is a place to have one or two cocktails and move on unless you have the extra money to pay the high prices. read more

Great food and ambiance! Their special drink is awesome! I will return when in town. Great service . Our anniversary that night .

A fantastic addition to Pleasant Ridge from the creative mind of Jacob Trevino! Themed after the movie "The Shining" (it's, ya know, #ThatShiningBar), it feels like you just stepped inside a ski lodge! You'll be able to catch the storefront by the huge sign with script from the movie, and if you're lucky you'll walk in on a night when they're playing the movie, too. The cocktail list is even themed after the movie from Writers Block to Here's Johnny, but the list rotates with the seasons so make sure you go often! They also have twin shots, ranging from your basic breakfast shot and pickle shot to the "Irish" shot which involves cream soda and whipped cream. (I avoid Jameson at almost all costs, but I had to try this one, and it is actually pretty good!) There is also local beers on tap and some unique snack mixes available if you're hungry! What if I told you that this theme bar has even more themes happen in it throughout the year??? That's right. Themes for everything! My favorite is when they decorate for Christmas. It's like Christmas threw up inside. It really is a must-see! The Overlook also throws themed trivia nights and also participates in the bar crawls happening in the Ridge. Definitely worth a stop in any day of the week! read more

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Great atmosphere for just hanging out. The drinks are good and creative. There is no real food, so don't look for snacks.

Another spot that has been on my list to visit longer than I'd like to admit! Overlook Lodge is a cool hangout to grab drinks with friends. Inspired by Steven Kings The Shining. Being that is my ultimate favorite horror movie, they won me at the door! The decor has a twist of various things from the movie and photos of Jack Torrance (Jack Nicholson) himself! I enjoyed the RedRum Returns, which was a perfect refreshment on a hot summer night. We chatted with the bartender about the bar. She told us a lot about the inspiration as well as about the cocktail variety. She was super nice and really seemed to love Overlook Lodge. They also have a cute patio in the back, but given the super hot day we didn't get to enjoy that as much. Can't wait to take friends for the next happy hour! read more

An ideal cocktail bar in Pleasant Ridge for a night out, alone or with a group. Themed after The Shining, Overlook Lodge is an aesthetic treat if, and that's a very heavy if, that's your scene. David Lynch, Stanley Kubrick, and their like are given a heavy rotation on the TVs above the bar, but a lot of the selection seems to hinge on the whims of whoever's bartending at the time, which means you could just as likely see whatever movie has come to Netflix most recently, or a classic 80's sports film. The beer selection is a strong start, with a selection of domestic lagers along with the token craft offerings from the big two of Cincinnati brewing, Rhinegeist and MadTree. The real magic of Overlook Lodge, however, is their inspiring cocktail menu, some of which you must try to believe. Overall, between the barroom itself and the corral-like back porch, Overlook Lodge is a quiet, contemplative, neighborhood bar with an intriguing theme to have a few drinks. It's one of the few bars that I'd feel comfortable reading a book in. The exception here is the Tuesday Trivia night, when the Lodge explodes into a crowded, loud morass of quizmasters and contestants, which is, in itself, a different kind of pleasure. read more