RAISED BY WOLVES @ UTC LA JOLLA Raised by Wolves is located inside UTC La Jolla, tucked away in the very back of the mall near the Din Tai Fung area. I would definitely recommend parking around Corner Bakery or near 24 Hour Fitness for the closest way in. This was my very first time going to Raised by Wolves. I made a reservation on OpenTable, and if you are reading this right now, I highly recommend booking one. When we got there, the wait was two hours for people without a reservation. I booked for 9 PM on a Saturday night with my friends after dinner. We actually arrived at UTC earlier than expected, so we let the host know and they let us in about 20 minutes early. As for parking, they do not validate here. Parking is free for the first hour and then two dollars per hour after that, so just be aware that you may end up paying for parking when you visit this bar. It is set up like a speakeasy, which is really cool. You get to see where the actual bar is hidden. We ended up ordering a bunch of cocktails and the drinks were super great. I really loved the vibe overall. It was lively and chatty, and the staff was super friendly. The ambiance is very dark and classy. Keep in mind they do not serve food here. It is purely drinks only. Overall, I would definitely recommend stopping by. read more

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LOVE THIS SPEAKEASY Shoutout Taylor and Lexi for the incredible service. The ambiance and drinks are unmatched. read more

love living in La Jolla so much! had a great time at raised by wolves. The ambiance here is awesome, good place to come with friends or if you're on a date. We had a few drinks (i should say the people i was with did bc i don't really drink) and then headed back to the pool at the apartments i live in. It is so hot out! i jumped straight in the pool too. ha ha. no drinks needed, not a problem!. i will also say, a friend of mine has a super cool glass from here. i have no idea how she got it and that's the only info i have. haha. Def recommend raised by wolves! For more drama free pics, random, cats, dogs, sunsets, life, fun places, check my brand spanking new instagram (no, i didn't find the old password and created a new one) laureen.teresap. read more

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Such a cool spot in La Jolla! Raised by Wolves has a unique, hidden-away feel that makes the whole experience fun from the moment you walk in. The cocktails were creative and well made, and the atmosphere was moody, stylish, and perfect for a night out. Definitely one of those bars that feels like an experience rather than just grabbing a drink. Would definitely come back! read more

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"A Sheep in Wolf's Clothing." Located in the Westfield UTC mall, Raised By Wolves appears from the front as a medicinal shop or apothecary, but as you enter you come to realize there is more than meets the eye. The shelves are lined with a wide selection of liquors and spirits and everything is tastefully placed. There is even a fun little gimmick: a secret revolving platform that takes you into the main bar. The bar features a beautiful central fountain space with the tables organized along the edges of the room. The room is dimly lit for an intimate mood, but it makes it really hard to see things in my opinion. Unfortunately this is where the curtains are drawn and we find it was a sheep masquerading as a wolf all along. Their cocktail menu was extensive. The drinks had clever names and interesting flavors, but none of them really wowed. The whiskey menu was one of their strengths, featuring a good selection of American, Japanese, and Scotch whiskeys. The service was excellent; our server was super helpful and very knowledgeable of the entire menu. Overall, RBW's strength is in their presentation and vibe, but falls a bit flat when it comes to flavor. read more

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If I could give 10 stars id definitely do that! I can't even describe how much I loved this place! This bar takes you to totally different world, interior design awesome, drinks even better,service top notch. I can't wait to be back very soon read more

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Came back here with friends for a birthday weekend. Make reservations for ease of entry. Great service and recommendations. The Private Barrel Old Fashion was one of the best. And at $25 it was well worth it. Dark ambiance with dim lighting. I don't think food is served only drinks but their drinks are desert like. read more

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What appears to be a fancy liquor store from the outside is actually a hidden speakeasy with an unbeatable ambiance. The revolving door and the immaculate dome inside are fun additions! They have a pretty extensive menu. My party came after dinner so we ordered some of their decadent drinks as dessert. They were all very rich in flavor! Looking forward to trying some of their heavier cocktails and bar flights the next time I visit :) Make sure to check-in with the hostess when you arrive. I had a reservation and was seated immediately. read more

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I am happy to update my original review based on our most recent experience at Raised by Wolves. I wanted to give them another go since our first experience didn't live up to the hype that surrounds this establishment. My husband and I just finished our dinner at Teleferic Barcelona when I suggested we give Raised by Wolves another try - as we had about an hour before picking up the kids. For a Saturday, I was pleasantly surprised that as walk-ups we only had to wait a few minutes before we were seated at the bar inside. While we waited, we enjoyed perusing their bottle selections for purchase and I'm happy to say that playing music slightly louder in the waiting/market area helped dull the sounds from the inside bar. It helps create more of a 'moment' when you sit at the fireplace and slowly turn inside. This time we were seated right at the bar, which was perfect for us. Chuck was our bartender and 10/10 on the cocktails he made. This time, I went with their Tiki Room and my husband an off-menu Boulevardier (which I have to say I'm impressed he knew what that was because even I didn't, lol). Both drinks were perfectly crafted and enjoyed by both of us. We only had a moment for just one drink this time, but I have to say our experience was so much better than our first (perhaps a fluke of an evening). The staff were all welcoming and knowledgable, other guests were dressed well, and the ambiance lent itself to the vibe we were looking for. After doing some homework, I made the connection that Raised By Wolves was part of the hospitality group that also owns Lafayette Hotel, The Baby Grand, Ironside, etc...all locations my husband and I absolutely adore. Happy to support such amazing places around San Diego and I look forward to more! read more

Located in the UTC mall by La Colombe and the Apple Store. Parking is first hour free, $2 per hour after with a $15 daily max. Check in with hostess. Reservations are encouraged but not mandatory as I saw numerous people get in as walk ins before my reservation. Walk-ins are seated at the bar and limited to 1 hour. For reservations they do not seat early even if you check in early. No dress code, saw people with tube tops and flip flops. They sell lots of different types of alcohol in their store. I purchased a $33 bottle of Amaretto that said it had a cookie essence. Bar Entry: The hostess will check ID and then you sit or stand on the platform and it slowly spins you around to the inside. Bathrooms are on the left and exit on the right. Our server was great and listened to what we wanted in a drink and offered options. Tried: Amuse $4 - we were celebrating a birthday so these were offered as birthday shots. Amaretto sour $18 - very good. Smooth and not too strong. French kiss - very strong. Didn't like this one. Mint mojito mocktail (aka dealers choice) $11 - this was so good and refreshing. I love the atmosphere inside. We were seated in throne like chairs which was very cool. A good speakeasy spot to take friends and dates! read more

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The innovative approach begins with the super cool entrance. You pull a lever and the chairs you're sitting in begin to turn and all of a sudden you're in a gorgeous dome ceiling speakeasy. Then for the cocktails. These folks are innovating out on the bleeding edge of using those ingredients you've never heard of to make a drink that you'll never forget. And to top it all off, we had some of the best, most friendly and informative service I've ever had at a speakeasy. This place rocks. read more

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This speakeasy was amazing. We got in as soon as they opened and got seated right away. The place is amazing and reminds me of roaring 20s. Their menu has amazing selections of cocktails, spirits, liqueurs, etc. ended up getting the cosmic dancer and tiramisu tini and both were amazing. Customer service goes above and beyond. Isaiah was our server and I had my purchase stolen next to me on my seat. Thankfully Isiah called my number and left my purchase on the counter with my name and number. He was attentive and deserves recognition for his service. Will definitely be back. Anyone that has Isaiah as a server will be pleased. read more

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amazing experience! delicious drinks!! and the ambience is top tier!! will say we were a bit squished on there but overall great experience with unique drinks read more

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Lovely place. I've been here twice now. The service is always Steller! Fast and efficient and friendly. The refreshing drink I got was the cosmic dancer. A refreshing twist of perfection with raspberry, gin and citrus over crushed ice. The mint was potent and lovely as a i sipped this gem with my partner and our friends. I'm be back here! read more

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This place is such a vibe! Perfectly dimmed and moody for a romantic date night. We sat at the bar, Ruben was our bartender and he was awesome. He's very attentive and had a friendly personality. I asked him to surprise me and he delivered! He made me something fruity with a hint of smokiness. So delicious. Would definitely come back next time I'm in town. read more

So this looks like a top shelf liquor store. I walk in and ask if there's a bar, the cashier says there is and tells me to take a seat by the fireplace. I thought it was kinda weird but did so. Then the fireplace spins around into a speakeasy. It's the coolest bar I've ever been to and I immediately sent a video to my buddies of the fireplace spinning around into the bar. The beer selection is limited but the cocktail list is lengthy. So I got a amor picante and English brown ale. Both were pretty tasty, the bartenders or more like mixologists and know what they're doing. That's this critic's review. read more

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Was excited to bring my friend from out of town here. Made a reservation for a Saturday night (would highly recommend reservations as they fill up quick). The drinks were incredible, we tried a couple from the "refreshing" menu & a couple from the "decadent" menu. Prices are what you'd expect of a speakeasy in San Diego. The ambience here cannot be beat. Service was awful unfortunately. Bartender was nice but we could not get his attention & at some points, he was refilling ingredients, etc. & we had to grab someone else to get his attention. Very disappointing for somewhere charging $20/cocktail. read more

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Oh wow! Worth the wait. It's such a gorgeous layout. And I like how it's not so loud with music thumping in your ear. You can still have a conversation amongst your party. Drinks were good. Our waiter Richard was genuine and nothing but smiles. I had to tell some friends about this place. I'll definitely come back! read more

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From out of town, was looking for something more stimulating than a regular downtown bar. Found RBW and wanted to see what the hype was about. The ambiance is beautiful and intimate. The music was spot on for the vibe creating a passionate atmosphere. I had a great time. The drinks are on the pricy side and the cocktails were spirit forward, but overall neat. read more

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Raised by Wolves exudes a fun and cool vibe. Once checked in you enter through the liquor shop secret fireplace, which sets the scene perfectly. Dark, moody all the things. The cocktails were excellent, especially their Island Old Fashioned. The service was friendly, but I wish they had checked in on us more. Overall, it's a great place to enjoy drinks and the ambiance. If you're in the area, it's definitely worth a visit! read more

Super dope speakeasy tucked in the UTC. Went on a Friday night and waited about 15 to 20 minutes to enter. Thought this was reasonable considering that we did not have a reservation and it was a Friday night. Very unassuming from the outside, but was thrilled by how it looked inside. Bar is harry-potter esque under a dome shaped ambiance. The drinks weren't anything special in my opinion. As the night went on, I saw that the bar area was pretty empty, so I asked our bartender as well as two other people if we could sit at the bar. It took about 20 minutes for us to get a response to see whether or not we could sit there. Overall, the spot is worth it to check out if you're in San Diego. read more

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HUGE shout out to Eva and Ruben! Will be back because of their stellar service! Such a cool spot! Revolving fireplace door, circular bar, wolves and lions?! Oh my. Gorgeous decor. Cool bathrooms, music and dim lights. Such a vibe! Come for date night, girls night or to try your next favorite drink. Such a unique special place. Thank you! read more

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Raised by wolves is such a cool experience! I love the vibe they have going on, lots of cool photo opportunities. The service is okay but drinks are so expensive. Overall a great experience! read more

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If you're looking for a fun speakeasy with creative drinks, then you have just found your spot! Or.. if you happen to be at the mall at 10 PM when everything else is closed, this is the spot to go to. Upon entering, you are greeted by a receptionist, who guides you to sit on one of 2 chairs next to a fireplace. Then, the walk starts moving and you enter the speakeasy! I came on a Monday evening and it was still quite lively for a weekday evening. I decided to order a Banana Cream Flip, and boy, it was delicious! The banana cream is really the star of the drink and its flavor balance out the spirit. The ambiance in here is absolutely phenomenal. Perfect for a date night or a fun night with friends. Next time I am in the area, I'll be sure to be back! read more

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Always a great time at Raised By Wolves. Our friends were running late to our reservation and the host was very patient in helping us keep our table. I like to bring friends from out of town here because of the ambiance and the cocktail selection is creative and diverse. My favorite of the bars in the CH portfolio. read more

Wifey and I were going to be in the UTC area so we decided to make reservations at Raised by Wolves. Wifey had been here before but this was my first time. The speakeasy as many now know is situated behind 2 chairs and a fireplace which rotates on a platform to reveal a beautiful bar and very nice ambiance. Our bartender was named Chuck and we both started out with Island Old Fashioneds. We love twists on the original and this was for sure Yummy with a capital Y. Our second cocktail was what Chuck called a King Kong Old Fashioned which had some rum in it and it was just as good if not better than them Island Old Fashioned. Both of these drinks compelled me to give Raised By Wolves 5 stars as these cocktails were top notch! We will definitely return! read more

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Really cool bar experience!! You sit on a rotating door to enter the bar. The interior gives speakeasy vibes. The drinks were delicious and very unique. Nice place to visit if you're in the area! We came on a Saturday right when they opened at 3pm and they were able to accommodate our party of 6 without a reservation. Super nice!! read more

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I love this place! I love the secret entrance. You need to make a reservation so you don't have to wait. They always make perfect drinks. They had an hour wait so I just settled for a tiny bottle of La Fee. I love the decor and I like how dark it is on the inside. I'll be back soon hopefully! read more

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This is a stunningly gorgeous bar. And it is located in a shopping mall. I recommend you make a reservation because it gets very busy. The lobby is open to the public for browsing but bring your wallet. It is loaded with many, many booze bottles and very cool bartender type paraphernalia, all for sale. The bottle prices were not all that bad, actually. The "entrance" to the bar itself is gimmicky but fun. I don't think I am spilling any secrets when I disclose that you sit on the chairs near the roaring (fake) fireplace and the wall swivels and you ride into the bar. A host then takes you to your seats. I always prefer sitting at the bar for the best interaction with the bartenders and, fortunately, that is where we were seated. I suppose a bar with a fun and somewhat silly entrance, along with amazing decor, could get by, at least for a time, on its looks. But the drinks here are no joke and the bartenders are top notch. They taste the drinks before they are served (with a straw, of course). They are knowledgeable about what they are serving. Ask them questions. Tell them what you like. We tried three drinks, one alcoholic, and two non-alcoholic, and they were all very good. For the life of me, I cannot remember the name of the boozy drink I ordered (and it is not on their online menu) but it was like an elevated Manhattan. It was an absolute delicious knockout. The Enchanted Tiki is basically a non-alcoholic Pina Colada. It was delicious and served its purpose but was not otherwise all that interesting. The non-alcoholic Time of the Season was very nice. It was complex and had great flavors of cardamom, tea, and citrus. My only knock is that there is no food here at all. It is hard to linger, especially with some of the boozier drinks, without some kind of a small snack. Even if they gave every table a cup of nuts, it would be something. I think they limit your stay to 90 minutes so maybe they do not want you to linger. Still, a couple of almonds would be nice. They also offer beer and wine but with cocktails this interesting and made this well, I think ordering the Champagne of Beers would be a huge missed opportunity. If I lived closer, I could see myself coming here more often to sample different drinks off their very interesting menu. This is an excellent bar and well worth visiting. No kids allowed and good luck with parking. You have to park in the mall garage or in the open lot. I believe the first two hours are free so that should get you in and out without paying. read more

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I really wanted to like RBW as I made my entire day trip to San Diego around my reservations here. First of all, it's located at UTC --an outdoor mall with paid parking by the hour (your first two hours are free). I had reservations at 4:30pm and checked in early, but seated until 5pm. While waiting, everyone is just crowded in the waiting room as each party is called up to sit on the chairs to turn you into the other side of the bar. The concept, atmosphere, and design of this place is fantastic --we absolutely loved that. Unfortunately, the waiting and drinks took the fun out of it. Once inside, we had a table on the side. I'd recommend a table over bar seats here so you get a cozier vibe while admiring all the details of this bar. I ordered the Tea House Highball ($19) while the husband got the Tiramisu 'Tini ($18). I thought the cocktails were just ok --I finished them just because I can't let alcohol go to waste. Since our parking was paid by the hour, we were in a bit of a rush to get back in time. After getting our drinks, we waited another 10 minutes or so with no one coming to check on us. When the waiter checked in on the table next to us, he turned the different direction so fast that I couldn't even get his attention. It took so long that I ended up walking up to the waiter myself to ask for the check, so we could hurry and leave. Unfortunately, we missed our parking by a few minutes and had to pay for an extra hour. I really like the concept and vibe of this speakeasy bar, but the wait times and drinks were a bit of a letdown. read more

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One of my favorite speakeasies! Order the banana flip!! I'm always impressed with the service and drinks here. The vibe is intimate and seductive. Great for a date night or a quiet place with friends! read more

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If you love a good speakeasy this is the place to go! From the outside, it looks like a charming little bourbon shop. Nothing too flashy. But once you step inside, the magic begins. The host has you sit in two cozy chairs by a warm, working fireplace. Then you press a button... and the entire wall rotates. Just like that, you're transported into a completely different world. The main focal point is this stunning round bar with a water fountain flowing right in the center. It feels theatrical and intimate all at once. The bartenders are dressed to impress polished, stylish, completely on theme. We were seated at a small table where the little lamps can be adjusted for brightness. I ordered The First Course (a vodka-based drink with goat cheese and balsamic notes). I know it sounds strange. But I love that sweet-and-savory combo, and somehow it worked beautifully. It was creative, unexpected, and honestly fantastic. We also ordered the Island Old Fashioned, which was incredibly smooth with just the right hint of tropical warmth and banana flavor. It was the perfect start to celebrating 10 years romantic, unique, and a little adventurous... just like us. read more

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This was our first time visiting, we choose to go for our 1st yr wedding anniversary. Thought we could have a few drinks, enjoy the ambiance and then proceed with our night. Right away when we arrived I noticed that the flooring on the revolving fireplace looked like it needed to be replaced. I shrugged it off thinking they needed light weight materials for the revolving floor entrence. But I didn't think it was a good look for what is supposed to be a swanky exclusive vibe and being the first thing you really see. ( First impressions are important) Despite having made a reservation, we were seated directly between the revolving entrence and the exit, in the two coolest looking but most uncomfortable chairs. They were not practical at all for sitting and conversing a in a loud environment. That corner, in my opinion, should be reserved for the hostess and not for guest. Initially we thought these chairs were a quick stop before being moved to some of the other available sitting at the bar or around the perimeter we could clearly see when we came in. We asked, and where told those were our seats. No offer was made to be moved. We did not get a server to come to us until after we had placed our drink order with one of the hostess, about 20min after we were seated. Our server was very nice and polite. No issues there, just took long to get to us. The drinks were disappointing. Forgettable to say the least. We ordered one of there menu items and a Moscow mule. We were sad to see the Moscow mule served in a glass you might normally get a mojito in ... it wasn't served in a copper cup. As we sat there and looked at the place, we both thought the ambiance and decor was nice. However we were surprised to see so many people looked very underdressed considering they have a "smart casual" dress code, completely destroyed the whole swanky exclusive vibe. Lots of men in shorts and both men and women in flip flops. I also noticed the flooring inside the speakeasy had similar wear and scuff marks, as on the fireplace. The need to update their flooring and the amount of underdressed guest did not help project the vibes that they are going for. This really felt like a fast food (drinks) chain in any mall. Sadly I would not recommend, do to the drinks not being all that good, the service was mediocre, the "vibe" and experience they sell fall short. read more

Beautiful ambiance!!!! The interior was so so stunning, dim, and sexy. Even the bathrooms were gorgeous haha. The entrance is a cute novelty but a little bit of a slow bumpy ride... maybe it's time for some maintenance. The drinks we ordered were pretty strong, they have lots of different interesting and unique cocktails, when they're good they're GOOD! but not all of the drinks were winners for us. Pretty pricey as they were around $20 a drink. Staff was knowledgeable and prompt. Busy even on a monday night! Make sure you reserve. Closest parking is in the mall garages, first 2 hours free. read more

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Absolutely gorgeous cocktail bar. The decor, the antiques, the details are all curated wonderfully. Defffffinitely recommend a reservation, although walk-ins are allowed. We got one of their old fashioned's and there were various layers of flavors that came together deliciously. We'd absolutely order them again. After ordering, it did take about twenty minutes to receive our drinks, but it was busy so we understood. Highly recommend if you have some patience & time to wait-- just being in the atmosphere was enough to enjoy the experience! read more

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Overall great experience. Entering the bar room while sitting by the rotating wall was a wow factor. Vibe was pleasant with dim lighting and some music to jam to, overall not too rowdy or loud. I was able to have a conversation with my group. Most importantly the drinks were great. Jade Pagoda, and the non alcoholic Golden Afternoon were my two favorites. read more

Raised By Wolves is a speakeasy located in Westfield UTC in La Jolla towards the food court/restaurant side of the mall. Since at UTC, you will have to pay for parking but they do offering 2 hour complimentary parking here. You get greeted and checked in by the host, take a seat down by the fireplace, which rotates into the bar itself, which was a unique experience. I went in November and it wad decorated for Christmas holiday season. I love the attention to detail with wolves throughout the bar. I got the Purple Moon Cobbler, which is a ube drink with black sesame and a rice paper cracker for garnish. I enjoyed the flavors and it wasn't overpowered by the alcohol, which I really enjoyed. Overall, San Diego as many speakeasy so as a someone who recently moved to San Diego, this was a good introduction to the speakeasy scene and I wouldn't mind coming back since I can shop around before of after getting drinks here. read more

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I've been here 3 times in the last 6 years and each time it is a great time. Intimate speakeasy with great drinks and a pretty interior. It's hard to get a reservation for a group, but it's fun to grab a drink with a friend or two. The bartenders are always hands down professional and knowledgeable. I appreciate our bartender who made us drinks according to what notes we favored. All 4 drinks were pretty spectacular. A nice place to make memories, catch up, and vibe out. read more

This place is textbook. Heard a lot of positives about RBW over the years and every friend I've talked to recommended me visiting. I'm glad I finally did. It's located at the Westfield UTC mall and easily accessible through the nearest parking garage. No need for valet. One elevator ride up and it's quite literally in front of you. The irony is not lost on me as the speakeasy is hiding in plain sight. Reservations are easy through OpenTable - I got one booked the night before. You get greeted and checked in by the host, take a seat down by the fireplace, and boom. Into the wolves' den. It's December now so they had the place decked out like Santa's bougie basement. Love the attention to detail in the decor --- little metal wolf knobs on the cabinets, umbrella shaped Tiffany style lamps and amber lighting, and of course that grand view over the centered bar area. Gorgeous. Drinks were phenomenal. We had the famous Banana Cream Flip & the Uno Ojo for cocktails; Golden Afternoon & Time of the Season for mocktails. Each drink was well-balanced, tasty, and relatively affordable. I enjoyed the Banana Cream Flip a lot -- creamy, coconutty, and fragrant. I can see why that's their flagship. 5/5, coming back every time I'm in the area. read more

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Went here the other day to celebrate my boyfriend's birthday with some drinks. Place is really cool inside and the entrance is awesome! I had the tiramisu espresso martini and loved it! I love an espresso martini with an extra flavor. Most drinks are around the $20 range. I would definitely come back! read more

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