This review is strictly regarding Brennan. He is the best mixologist in Birmingham. Truly! He works Wednesday nights (which is karaoke nights) and on the weekends. He is a creative genius and the backbone of this establishment! Their Jell-O shots also have pop rocks which add a joyful nostalgia. Place is cute. It has a wig bar and dance floor they refer to as the dollhouse. Fun vibe all around, one of Birmingham's underrated bars for sure! read more

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I hadn't been to Paper Doll since their new POP renovation, and wanted to try it out this weekend! Walked from a restaurant on 2nd Ave after eating dinner and stumbled into a burlesque show! It's a very intimate bar, galley style. The cocktails are great, they have all the basics and usually a smaller menu of fun options. My friend and I ordered a drink and sat down at one of the tables to take in the show!! They do the burlesque show on the last Friday of every month! It was so fun and the crowd made it feel like a safe space. I'm going to try to bring my mom and some of her friends for the next one! It's a great bar with comfortable seating, and on this night it wasn't so loud that my older, hearing impaired friends wouldn't enjoy it. Burlesque aside, this is a great bar for an intimate drink. It's relatively dark in here so much more of a romantic vibe. read more

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Ok... so it looks different than the original Paper Doll. Neon, 80's/90's vibe, unicorn on the wall. I loved the original decor so this is ... different. Moving on, I ordered two cocktails: vitamin sea and out of the office, I think. I explained that I don't like sweet - both were made perfect for me with less syrup. We were there for happy hour, which is $2 off all drinks. I also had their chips and dip (no kitchen menu). 2 drinks and chips = $29. I consider that a little steep for happy hour but this was for the experience. I'd recommend a visit. read more

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This used to be one of my go-to spots for a sleek environment, great crowd, and the icing on the cake were the thoughtful, creative, and innovative cocktails. I would always bring friends from out of town. Now the concept has changed directions to a less-sophisticated establishment. But perhaps this is a smart business move to compete with some of the other bars sporting neon lights and bright colors. For me the problem is not the change but that the quality of cocktails have suffered in the process. No longer are the cocktails the star of the show. Now its limited menu caters to more of a younger crowd. Say goodbye to Sazeracs and hello to jello shots! I ordered a Thank You for Smoking, but unfortunately, I had to send it back because I could literally taste the chemicals from whatever equipment was used to smoke it. On the up side, the staff are great and made me an old fashioned, which was acceptable. read more

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I came to check out the new back drop/ changes.. I hate going to a bar where the staff is having a better time than me when I'm the one looking for a good time & I'm spending money.. I won't say everyone was doing that but my waitress definitely wasn't focused.. one bar tender was really cool.. he seemed to be ambitious and will probably be a bar tender legend one day.. I got a lemon drop it didn't taste like anything tho honestly.. the Jell-O shot were the highlight because they put pop rocks on it( I grinned and giggled because of the popping) Their menu is very small and very peculiar.. eat before you go pretty much. They feeding ppl hit pockets and baby shower meat balls..I'll give it a second chance because my drink was so cute they will make whatever you think of..and I did fall in love with the first paper doll experience read more

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My first time back since Paperdoll rebranded to POP, and I'm happy to say it still has the same vibe I loved. Even for a Saturday night, it wasn't really busy -- which was actually nice. We sat at the bar (always a good idea in my opinion), and the service was pretty good. The music selections really elevated the night, and the star of the show was the pomegranate martini -- their take on a pornstar martini -- so yummy! I had 5 drinks for about $40, which was wonderful, and they were strong! Definitely planning to return soon read more

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Paper Doll Pop is a joke. Yeah, the drinks slap, but the service is absolute garbage. I had to sit there waving my damn hand like I was trying to order tater tots in a high school cafeteria just to get the bartender's attention. My server was apparently living in Narnia or hiding in the back room for 20 minutes at a time. And don't get me started on the music. They hype up this app where you get to pick the songs, but then the staff hijacks it to play their own lame playlist while my songs' music videos are still playing on the TVs like some kind of bad lip-sync battle. What's the point? It's messy, it's lazy, and it's unprofessional. Drinks alone don't save a place that runs like a Dollar Tree knockoff nightclub. ON TOP OF THAT I requested a Taylor Swift song they didn't allow to play yet they have Taylor pillows as part of their aesthetic. read more

Paper Doll POP - A Taylor Swift pillow but don't expect them to allow you to actually play Taylor. - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Birmingham, Alabama

Came here on a Tuesday night while in town for work. There was a steady crowd for a Tuesday night. It also was karaoke night, I left before it started though. I had two drinks both were very good. I mentioned I don't like my drinks as sweet and both were made to taste and very good. The staff were friendly and made great recommendations. read more

The ambiance was pretty nice. But it was very hard to get our servers attention to order food and drinks. Once we finally did, it took FOREVER before we saw our server again. Once he did bring us drinks, we had one more person coming and wanted to go ahead and order her a drink as well, but that took a while. Then we ordered a charcuterie board, which we never got because our server didn't come back. We finally had to actually get someone else to get our server, so we could pay the bill and get the board taken off of the bill. The second server we talked to was REALLY nice and personable, which helped because at this point we were frustrated. I'm not sure if I will go back or not. I definitely don't think I'll be back around the holidays. read more

The best ambiance in town -- perfect for a girls night, date night, or a casual drink. The bartenders are friendly and knowledgable, the drinks are strong and unique, and the vibe is immaculate. This is definitely an Instagram worthy bar. I also had the pleasure of attending a rose tasting class in their "back room" area. I highly recommend the experience for any large groups, companies, etc. read more

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Paper Doll is one of my favorite bars to come to! I always take my friends/family here when they come into town. Great French 75 and other drinks as well. Going on a week night is more my style because it is much quieter for a first date or just going to relax and get a little drinky drink! read more

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I was here last night to hang out with friends after work. When I walked in, I wasn't immediately greeted and it was not a lot of people inside so that wasn't good. However, once I went to the bar, the bartender did ask if he could get me something. This bar is decorated nicely and has a cool vibe. I'd probably come back. read more

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Paper doll is always fun. There's usually a pretty good crowd and the bartenders are always attentive. The renovations are cool and the vibe is the same. The drinks are always good and the food is fine. They have an interesting menu. All in all good vibe for a group. read more

Team Resting Grinch Face came in for a Vitamin C and some Jello Shots with pop rocks! Delish!

The menu is online, but I cannot easily read it. The software does not make it easy to expand the menu to see the contents. We are leaving. It is too frustrating. read more

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This nice, upscale bar has yet to disappoint. I like how at certain times you can just walk in and find your own seating. You can either walk to the bar and place your order or if you're seated they'll come to you and like most bars you can leave you tab open. On my last two visits I've ordered Queen's Navy which is a gin cocktail with lemon juice, orgeat, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Very nice and smooth going down and is on the sweet side. I also had the Elder-Bramble last night and it was good too but not something I'd go back too. Overall service is nice and quick. The atmosphere is relaxing with dimmed lights and upscale decor. I've never gone too late when they're busy so it's usually quiet so that you can converse. read more

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Sooooo I love absinthe and Paper Doll has an absinthe drip that I can't get enough of. They have several great drinks in general and a wide variety of alcohol for straight or mixed drinks. Brennan and Water are my favorites as far as service goes. The space has a decent amount of seating, but fills quickly on the weekends. It's a rather quick rush though so you'll be able to enjoy it being less crowded around 10 or 1030. read more

Paper Doll is one of the best bars in Birmingham. They serve up creative craft cocktails in a gorgeous atmosphere and the staff is always friendly and on point. I like that they remember me when I come in which is (sadly) not every week. It's a wonderful place for happy hour with friends or for a date. They're not really about the food but they do an amazing charcuterie board which I highly recommend. read more

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This is a pretty cool bar. I'm not sure why I don't come here more often. They have a huge selection of cocktails. I didn't drink but tried some of my friend Adam's drink. Winter something. It was delicious! I'm definitely getting it if I come back here. My friends and I shared their cheese board that also included meats, crackers, olives, and okra. It was a really fun time! read more

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Absolutely fantastic cocktail bar in downtown Birmingham. They have an incredible selection of creative concoctions and if you don't see anything you like, the bartender can whip something up to your specifications. The atmosphere may be upscale, but the prices are very reasonable. Every drink I had was unique as it was delicious. I came on a slow Wednesday night, but there's lots of space to hang out and relax by yourself or with a group of friends. Shout-out to the bartender, Brent, for going above and beyond. Really enjoyed talking to him and he made sure I got home safe after a fair few drinks. Definitely going to the Paper Doll next time I'm in downtown. Cheers! read more

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Tried this new bar after a yelp event the other day and I was not disappointed! The drink selection was awesome. They had an extensive wine and beer list, plus a plethora of interesting cocktails. I had the Provence, which is New Amsterdam Vodka, St Germain, Domaine de Canton, fresh Lemon Juice, Lavender Bitters, Prosecco, and Rose Hips. The cocktail was refreshing and delicious, and I felt fancy AF with the roses floating around in there! There was a decent jazz singer there and we enjoyed the music. The patrons were quiet and the lighting was dim. The decor is upscale and tasteful. All in all, a classy, relaxing place to have a drink. Go check em out! read more

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The craft cocktail heavens parted and blessed Birmingham with a beautiful Paper Doll! This place is legit, and upon gracing the threshold you completely forget that you're in the state of Alabama. New York, yes. Los Angeles, maybe. But, definitely not Birmingham, Alabama! Paper Doll has an ambiance and vibe that's truly remarkable. Once the hubs and I scrapped our jaws off the floor and got down to the cocktail business, we were impressed yet again. Steven greeted us, told us about the happy hour specials, which we ordered one of each, and then took us on a cocktail crash course for the duration of our visit! We LOVED it! Chilean Pisco versus Peruvian Pisco, pisco sours vs. gin fizzes, is all liquor gluten free?, why do I love cocktails with egg whites?, Grey Goose isn't really French -- these are just a few of the topics covered over our (oh so) crafty cocktails with Steven! We were a captive audience, and Steven took us to school. Loved my first visit to Paper Doll, and we're already planning our next trip! read more

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What a downgrade, Paper Doll used to be the spot. It used to have a classy and easy going/conversational vibe. Now it has a confused identity, is it a sports bar? A bad club? I don't know, but the drinks are now laughable as they now use half the menu space for THC drinks instead of craft cocktails and has no identity other than cheap and confused. The new walls of LED lights are cheap and the tasteful decor on the walls is now replaced with enough flat screens to fill a BestBuy that are playing sports or music now controlled by the patrons. If you want a forgettable experience with bad drinks or a disappointing night with the memory of what this place was before the remodel, you should check it out! The service is also a specter of the formerly attentive and skilled staff, the bartenders didn't make anything remotely as good as what they had before and the servers(?) seem to just want to congregate at the end of the bar to talk and people watch. Overall skip the disappointment if you're expecting the formerly relaxed conversational atmosphere with the best drinks downtown. Time to let it go unfortunately. read more

What a lovely bar! I was a fan of the previous establishment that occupied this space and I must say I am very impressed with how the new owners have re-designed what was already a nice place. The decor is very opulent and classy. Lots of soft seating...plenty of room to sit! The bar is beautiful, and I really like the drink selection. Lots of unique recipes. The bartenders are very well-versed on the menu and can also make a custom cocktail after having a short conversation with you about your preferences. The dim lighting provides an intimate atmosphere, so it's a great date spot. I have also met a large group of friends there as well and we were easily accommodated in a small, private room. Parking is a challenge, but welcome to the new downtown. So on a busy night, be prepared to park a block or two away. read more

What was T01...a great craft cocktail bar but not great atmosphere has now transformed into the sexiest coolest bar in town and STILL with the best cocktails at really reasonable prices. And now they have added a snack menu which is perfect to keeping u hanging out to drink a couple more great drinks. And did I mention how sexy it is. When we first walked into the completely redone and transformed bar it was the only word that came to mind. Incredible lighting, beautiful ceiling fixtures with a beautiful marble bar and incredible seating with couches and tables and chairs. They are also doing valet on the weekend and throwing in some cool DJs playing club music to truly make this a go to bar/club on the weekends. read more

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Excellent moody ambience. Fast service. Creative cocktails with funny champagne Prosecco gummy bears. Will return.

I came here on a weekday with my social group for drinks and to have a Christmas party. The decor was beautiful and felt upscale. They do have a happy hour menu with nice drink options to choose from. The only downside to this bar is the lack of food options. They have small snack items that you can purchase. I ordered the spicy mixed nuts for $5 and it did enough to absorb the alcohol. If you only want to drink this would not be an issue of concern. I ordered the FDB drink off of the happy hour menu and it was delicious. Overall this is a nice place to try something different. read more

I had never heard of this place before, and that is definitely my mistake. A group of us came here on a weekday night. A few other patrons stopped in, but we had the place mostly to ourselves. The one bartender answered all of our questions and gave recommendations, even if you could only give vague descriptions of what you wanted or were in the mood for drinking. He was very knowledgeable about all kinds of drinks, and even made me a Pisco Sour, something I haven't had since my visit to Peru. I tried a few of our group's drinks, and they were all well made. But if it's packed, it may definitely take some time to get your drinks, as they are made when ordered, and definitely served fresh! I would highly recommend giving this place a try next time you are downtown. read more

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Cool ambience, but there was a $10 cover for a DJ and then we waited 35 minutes standing at the bar before be served. Bartender would not make eye contact and made six or seven drinks in front of us before we asked another worker the best way to order. She said by flagging down a server vs waiting at the bar. DJ did not talk or interact with patrons and just played basic music that could have been any Spotify track. I would rather pay a cover for live music and better service. Cocktails are fine but nothing to write home about. Probably would not return! read more

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I came here with some friends on a Friday night and we really enjoyed it. I love the chill vibes and sophisticated decor. Whoever designed this spot deserves an award! I had the whiskey smash and it was excellent. My only complaint is that there was way too much ice. I think I took 3 sips and it was gone. For that reason, I'd say the drinks are quite overpriced for what you get...which is to be expected. Overall I'd still come back. read more

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Came in here on a Friday night and immediately fell in love with the atmosphere! The vibe is unmatched and the decor has a nice relaxing feel to it. I suggest stopping by if you just want a quick drink, want a nice place to hang with friends, or date night. I ordered the whiskey smash which was really good, but had way too much ice. Next time I'll be sure to ask for light ice, but other than that, no complaints! read more

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Okay so this is my new FAVORITE bar. I don't drink alcohol, but I love getting to go to bars with my friends. Luckily, the bartender had ALCOHOL-FREE spirits. The mocktails were incredible and I could barely taste the difference. The bartender (I forget his name) was VERY accommodating. I always feel awkward ordering mocktails at bars, but he was enthusiastic to suggest new ideas and his favorite of the mocktails and spirit substations. If you're alcohol-free like me, but still enjoy the atmosphere, this is the PERFECT place! My date got the standard cocktails with booze and LOVED it. 10/10 Reccomend! read more

There were a lot of people but seemed too much chaos. Took forever to get my drink, my husband got a beer and by the time he got it, it wasn't as cold as it should have been. Lots of businesses, so hopefully you guys can keep getting it. read more

was really disappointed. thought they were sensory inclusive but most definitely were not. As a former veteran, had been there before and used the sensory accommodations, this past visit, those accommodations were not there. very disappointed. read more

Super dark lit. If you want to read the menu, bring your iPhone light . Husband and I ordered a whiskey and martini; It took us longer to wait for it then it did to drink it. Beautifully made cocktails, But I will stick to my martinis at Surin West. Where we actually taste the alcohol and it's worth my money. read more

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A true gem in the cocktail scene in downtown Birmingham! I stopped by here last week and had two cocktails. The decor and esthetics are pleasant and has a great vibe. Definitely worth checking out if you are in the area and looking for great cocktails! read more

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Clearly had DollHouse (back room) reserved for a birthday. Three other people also had reservations for parties of 7+. Upon arrival, we were told it was closed. We had made reservations and they offered no accommodations. read more

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Listen, I really want to give this place more stars, but I just can't. I didn't realize this used to be Tavern on 1st til I ended up on their Yelp page. Both times I went, it was on the weekend. So I walked in and IMMEDIATELY loved the vibes. The furniture, the chandeliers, the space, LOVED IT. It's very classy with ecleptic furniture that gives it fashion vibes. None of the funiture really matches, but it all works together to give it a modern and fashionable look. We made our way to a table and my friend and I sat on the couch. So comfy! I love that it spans the entire wall. The marble was gorgeous and the lighting was great. The cocktail menu is expansive and I asked for a particular flavor that they made happen in my cosmo. TIP: Each bartender has a specialty drink! they have table service which is great. The space looks small, but it's really deep and has a lot of seating. Of course, it can get packed being downtown and all. My drink was great, but was very pricey. For the second time, my bf got a drink. An old fashioned, but he hated it. The liquor in it was interesting and he'll have to tell the waiter what he wants next time. I love the curtains making different rooms in the building and I love the space overall. Somewhere I would go on a fancy night out, or if friends are in town! read more

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I love a nice bar. If you add some halfway decent food of some sort, even better. To my surprise, my 28 year old daughter forced me to go to Paper Doll for a drink. She even claimed it was her treat. I had to go based on that offer. This very fine establishment does true mixology (craft) cocktails. Five different drinks ordered by five different people. Every drink was really good. That was NOT enough to get a 5 out of 5. There was more. We ordered a cheese plate and a chocolate plate. Both very reasonably priced and excellent quality. Then the atmosphere was unique, comfortable and attractive. Finally, the staff is exciting and happy to serve you. This place will become very popular. It is also right down the block from the new Cigar Lounge (Club). All in all, a great place to add to other great places in Birmingham, Alabama. read more

MY FAVORITE BAR. Picture it, you're a writer with a cocktail in your hand, feeling inspired by the jazz music in the background and the espresso chocolate beans on the table next to the candle dimly lit. Ok, I'm dramatic but seriously this place is such a vibe. Great Cosmo and bar snacks read more