Very great experience! James was amazing, very beautiful setting and he was super attentive. Drinks were delicious! No food needed when you enjoy the delicious drinks they provide. Management was very kind to us checking in due to how popular this place is but nonetheless we were taken care of by James amazingly. 10/10 would recommend coming here with friends/family or even a date night if you enjoy a good time! 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

The food, the service, ambience, evening was absolutely impeccable. I want to personally thank ISAIAH for the absolute legendary service. This was above and beyond. I couldn't thank you enough for making our date night one for the books. Thank you again, it is this type of service that makes these nights unforgettable and memorable. read more

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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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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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Very cool speakeasy bar @ the UTC. Would highly recommend reservations, not sure what the wait would've been if we didn't have a reservation. We still had to wait about approximately 15-20 minutes with a reservation. Got seated at the bar and service was solid, bartender was attentive. Cocktails are $$$, what I would expect for a bar in San Diego. You're paying for the experience. The drinks are good though! Bartender made good suggestions. Would recommend! 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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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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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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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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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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Great place and even better cocktails. Had a reservation and were seated and served fast. Drinks came out quickly. They have an excellent selection of mocktails too for those who don't drink. It can get a little loud at times. Our waitress was attentive at first then sort of went MIA on us. Regardless, has a great time. read more

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I've had this place bookmarked for a long time, and I finally had the chance to try it. Sadly I was not impressed/did not have a good experience. It gets one star for decor and one star for a free, mini birthday drink, but that's it. Decor: It's really pretty inside and gives speakeasy vibes for sure. The rotating fireplace is a nice touch. I made the reservation for a table in advance and they tried to seat us in these two awkwardly placed chairs by the exit with no table. The chairs were uncomfortable and angled strangely so we couldn't face each other (and they were too heavy to move). Also there was no light around so I couldn't read the menu at all. I complained to the hostess twice before we were finally reassigned a different, more comfortable table. (I hate being a Karen, but it was truly an awful spot; I could not allow my friend to experience this on her birthday!) Not off to a good start. Service: Wow it was NOT good. Normally I don't care too much about service as long as it's average, but this was truly below average. I made the reservation for 9 PM and arrived promptly, but even after checking in, we waited 20-30 more minutes to be seated. Once we actually reached our waiter, the service continued to be bad. Our orders were taken but no one checked in on us. I had to wave random staff down to help me out. In addition, I think our waiter forgot about us because I had to get up twice and walk over to their area by the bar to make requests/ask questions. Overall, my friend and I felt neglected and were not happy. Drinks: Average. At this point, I was expecting them to be average because (to be honest) Consortium Holdings is not known for their food/drinks; it is a strictly decor-only experience for the most part. I ordered the Cosmic Dancer (average), and my friend ordered Midnight Standard (also average). For my friend's birthday, mini Continental Breakfast Club drinks were provided for free which was nice of them, and I thought it tasted better than the ones we ordered. Too bad my impression was soured at that point. Parking: Only free for one hour. Overall, I did not enjoy my experience. The decor did not outweigh the bad service and average drinks, unfortunately. There are better speakeasies out there. read more

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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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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This speakeasy fronts as a liquor store stocked with some very interesting spirts. You can find run of the mill stuff all the way up towards things like Eagle Rare Double Eagle (which was listed at $10k a bottle). Spoiler - A fireplace with chairs serves as the entry into the bar area as it swivels to let you in. Prices for the drinks are elevated as you would expect for the experience (and for California) but well crafted, stout and enjoyable. I would keep this to a two drinks so you aren't the sloppy drunk staggering through the Westfield mall where this bar is found. The exit deposits you away from the front of the shop - which is slightly disorienting the first time, but helps to keep the speakeasy theme. Cheers and enjoy. read more

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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Nifty speakeasy! Very popular--we arrived 30 min after opening and still waited 30. Drinks were well made and explained, just not my palate. Great ambiance. I'd come back if invited and recommend going at least once. read more

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Raised by Wolves is one of the most unique speakeasy lounges I've visited. The hidden entrance leads to a luxurious, vintage-inspired interior that creates an immersive, upscale, and incredibly well designed atmosphere. The dim lighting, stylish decor, and intimate vibe make it the perfect spot for a night out. read more

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The speakeasy bar at UTC is an opulent, vintage European-style bar that feels like being in Europe. I love the dome, low lighting, and moody atmosphere. They serve excellent cocktails. I ordered an Angels Envy Rye Old Fashioned, and it was rich and well-balanced. A great place to enjoy a drink before heading to dinner nearby! 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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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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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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Last night we decided to give Raised by Wolves a try after seeing how cool it looked in photos. While the design and concept are definitely impressive, a few issues made the overall experience less enjoyable. We waited about 30 minutes just to get a server, which felt stressful considering there's a 90-minute time limit. The drink menu is extensive and creative, but also a bit overwhelming, and the prices feel high for what you actually get. We ordered a mojito, and it was packed with so much ice that it was basically gone in two sips--nothing special or memorable about it. Not sure if we'll be back. If you're looking to spend money on a not-so-glamorous drink, this might be the spot, but it just didn't live up to the hype for us. read more

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"Ah-hoo, Werewolves of La Jolla...Ah-hoo...Ah-hoo, Werewolves of La Jolla...Ah-hoo..." Raised By Wolves was like a "Disney Ride" for adults. From the minute you walk into this speakeasy it spins you back into "prohibition time." After you check in at the front counter you need to wait in the lobby until they call your name. To enter the "adult only" zone, you take a seat by the fireplace that slowly revolves you back into the 1920's... A lovely host will greet you on "the dark side" and take you to your table. It's here where you will experience your specialty drinks. Our server was very attentive and helpful with the menu. I was not really feeling the choices and he let us know that the bartenders could pretty much make anything we wanted within reason:) I decided to get a "Hugo Spritzer," which originated from Northern Italy. It is made with St. Germain Liquer (elderflower), Prosecco, fresh mint and seltzer water. It was PERFECT! Rosie ordered the TIKKI Drink, a coconut based cocktail, it looked really pretty! They played great music while we were there. The Bar is huge and located in the center of the room surrounded by tables. Each table was unique looking with different types of chairs. *Sorry, only BOOZE here. NO FOOD IS SERVED *Located at the Westfield Mall in La Jolla *Paid Parking only in the lot *Highly Recommend making a RESERVATION read more

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Strongly encourage to make a reservation. When we went we had a couple who came in who was upset with their wait time. The male started to very loudly make it known he was incredibly disappointed and most of the on lockers felt the hostess was unreservedly being yelled, and we all felt he handled the situation gracefully and with poise. Their is no food only top notch drinks and spirits. My go to is the Banana Flip (does not taste like banana). The bartender ls all appear to be passionate about their mixology and are always so helpful. The interior is beautifully done. One almost feels transportation to another era. I would say this is a must for those visiting San Diego. read more

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Raised by Wolves (RBW) is perhaps one of the most unique and coolest bars / speakeasy's that I have ever been to. At first the lobby area just looks like a liquor store with the hostess checking people in. When they are ready to seat you, you take a seat at what looks like a fireplace and then you are transported into a very well curated prohibition era bar area. RBW offers a fairly extensive cocktail menu as well as a very extensive liquor list with some unique offerings from around the world. We didn't try too many cocktails, but of the ones that we did try, the Banana Cream Flip was one of our favorites and a had a very creamy and rich mouthfeel. The drink reminded us of eating banana pudding. Another drink that stood out to us was the Thirst Knows No Season. This was a more refreshing drink that tasted just like Dr. Pepper or a nice cherry cola--very dangerous and perhaps a bit too easy to drink. The service we received from our waiters was excellent as well. All of the servers are attentive and respectful and make this an awesome place to hangout. When I think of a traditional speakeasy, RBW definitely hovers near the tops of my short list. I would highly encourage making a reservation! read more

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Had a better experience this time than I did the first time I came. I liked how the inside felt a little brighter and it wasn't as loud and overwhelming as I remember. The drinks were good and strong, although I wish paper straws weren't used since I don't drink my drinks fast (I understand being environmentally friendly tho). Solid spot to come to, definitely get a reservation though! read more

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I came here for the first time and it was awesome! My friend made reservations for 8pm on a Saturday and I was running a few minutes late but they have a 15 minute grace period. Once we checked in, we just waited a few minutes and were ready to go! Experience: you sit in the chair and it rotates into the bar. The speakeasy is pretty big! Lots of seating around the bar, and there's chairs/tables for group seatings too. We sat I didn't take a picture of my drinks but I got the Tropical contact high & cosmic dancer. I liked the cosmic dancer a little more (even though there were a ton of ice). The ambience is really nice and loud (in a good way). Good place for a date night or a night out with family/friends. I would come back here again! read more

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I wouldn't have expected such a cool speakeasy to be located in a mall! I've seen this cocktail lounge all over Instagram, and it did not disappoint! The storefront presents as an upscale liquor store. We walked in on a Tuesday evening and only waited 10 minutes, but I'd probably make a reservation if it was a Friday or the weekend. Entering was more unique and fun than other speakeasies I've been to. We sat on chairs by the fireplace, which then swiveled into the vibey bar. The decor and variety of antique furniture and lamps created a charming atmosphere. It took a little while to get our drinks after ordering, but I didn't mind. The Rain Check and Tropical Contact High were refreshing, sweet (but not too sweet), and well balanced. Prices are on the higher side, but you're also paying for the ambiance and experience. Raised By Wolves may just be the best cocktail bar I've been to! read more

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Came here for a birthday celebration and we had dinner reservations but I wish we could have stayed longer! The decor is stunning, the entrance is so cool and drinks were delicious! read more

Cool way to get into the bar by sitting on the fireplace and it turns to the bar!! So Halloween! Mwah haha... Drinks are delicious. We ordered from the refreshing ones. Very pricey tho- think Vegas pricing. Service was quick and checked on us. Very helpful answering our questions. read more

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I love a good speakeasy even if they're in the middle of a mall. Raised by Wolves is a very new right in your face speakeasy with a unique and insta-ready entrance. The lobby area is full of liquors and is set up nicely including a small refrigerated case for select beverages. The lobby highlight is the beautiful fireplace replete with chairs and a framed picture of a haughty dog who may or may not have been raised by wolves. Once inside the bar, it is quite a change. The large room has a dark ambiance with a spectacular bar at the center including a large fountain and a domed ceiling. It is pretty dark inside which is perfect for shenanigans. We were seated and eventually helped by the ubiquitous steward named Troy who was excellent. Troy guided my sister through her drink order surprising her with a Cosmopolitan facsimile (Cosmic Dancer) that she loved. The fruit was raspberry instead of cranberry but tasted just like a Cosmo. I had the Tiramasu 'Tini. Which tasted like.......wait for it ........Tiramasu! Very delicious and unique. Overall we loved this place and it is certainly a change from the bustling outside mall literally on the other side of the door. The drinks are a bit pricey but you knew that going in. Raised by Wolves is definitely worth a look-see when in the area. Great job Troy and company! read more

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Came here a few days ago in hopes to give this place another chance with my friends from out of town. We made a reservation and checked in as usual, then we were seated without menus. After 12 minutes of realizing nobody would come to give us menus, we got up and got them ourselves. The host was really nice though and apologized which was totally fine since she was running around. As we begin to open our menus the server comes over to take our drink order and we tell him we just got the menus since we had to go get them ourselves and we weren't ready yet. He just awkwardly stared at us and didn't say anything and walked away. By the time we got our drinks it was 30 minutes past our reservation (and when we were seated). We tried a couple drinks, and asked if we could order a second round (assuming it would take as long as the first round). The server took our order and dropped it off, leaving the empty glassware from our first round on the tiny table. When he dropped the drinks, i asked for the check since we had to run off. He nodded, and walked away. We finished our drinks, tried to get his attention for the check (again) and he turned the other way to bring water to another table. By the third time we try to get the check (sitting with 6 empty drinks in front of us) we ask again for the check as he is walking past us and he waved his hand back at us (like shooing us away). We felt so disrespected. We once again had to go ask the host to help us check out, which she really kindly did. TERRIBLE AND DISRESPECTFUL SERVICE. Wanted to give this place a second chance but it seems like there are no standards of service here at all. Maybe bar seating is different? Don't come unless you're willing to take the risk. read more

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Lighting vibe is on Cheesecake Factory. Drinks were tasty and strong! Overall the ambiance is the winner here. Cool for a lil taste of da high life. Da bathrooms are stocked with Condoms just incase you ready to get INTO SUM GUTS and are in a hurry. Which if you bring your date here is a strong possibility! Fih STAH' read more

A hidden gem that delivers every time. Raised by Wolves is hands-down one of my favorite speakeasies in San Diego. From the moment you step through the hidden entrance, you're transported into another era -- dark, intimate, and dripping with vintage charm. The ambiance alone is worth the visit. The cocktails? Always top-tier. You can tell the bartenders here are true professionals. Everything is balanced, creative, and thoughtfully crafted. Whether you're going with a house specialty or something classic, you're in good hands. Service has always been fast and smooth, even on busy nights. It never feels rushed or chaotic, which is rare for a place this popular. Highly recommend for a date night, small group outing, or anyone who appreciates an elevated cocktail experience in a truly unique setting. Just make sure to book in advance -- this place fills up for a reason! read more

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We went here during the week and there was no wait time. The ambiance is dark and moody. Definitely does not feel like a bar in the mall. There is a large variety of drinks and spirits. The drinks were thoughtfully made and were delicious. I have been to this location a few times and I will be back again. read more

Absolutely amazing! My bf came here about 7 years ago and I wanted to check it out for our anniversary trip to SD. Absolutely beautiful aesthetic with such elegance, the drinks served were phenomenal and the service was excellent, all staff was very kind and efficient We will certainly be coming here again!! read more

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This spot is not to be missed! I always take all my guests that are in town visiting to this speakeasy, and they are always blown away by the decor. The ambience is dark, old fashion, upscale library vibes with a little bit of glam and it's a great spot to celebrate special occasion occasions! Must see!!! read more

My longtime buddy and I were supposed to watch a movie Saturday night, but we found out last minute that some of our other longtime buddies were planning to grab drinks at Raised By Wolves (RBW) followed by dinner at a local pizza joint. We decided to change our movie plans and join our buddies. All of my buddies know I don't partake in adult beverages, but I decided to join them because I heard RBW is a really cool place to hang out, my son and his girlfriend had a blast here recently, and since I had never been here before, I wanted to check out the hype. Despite not imbibing in alcoholic drinks, I really enjoyed hanging with my buddies because of the ambience, the outstanding customer service from Bella, and my zero proof drink allowed me to pretend I was adulting. Raised By Wolves can be found inside the Westfield UTC shopping center. There is plenty of parking at UTC, but understand that parking is free for the first two hours and a nominal fee after two hours. The bar is next to a popular ramen eatery called Ramen Nagi; La Colombe Coffee Roasters is in front of it; there's a koi fish pond in front of RBW; and to the left of RBW as you face the entrance, you can see the Marriott hotel in the distance. From the outside front entrance, to the decorative touches on the fireplace, and on the menu, you'll see images of wolves, which fit the bar's name. When we were seated inside RBW, the expansive bar was packed full of people, so call ahead to make a reservation. You can try to drop in, but expect a long wait. When we got here, we checked in, and waited for a few minutes in what resembled a luxury liquor store that displayed bottles of spirits. When our group got called, our group of 7 took turns riding the revolving fireplace that opened to the mysterious, dimly lit bar. Visiting RBW is experiential because you can spend time checking out the bookshelves, intriguing framed pics, the large water fountain in the middle of the bar, and the overhead structural canopy. Our server Bella provided noteworthy customer service, was friendly, and checked on us attentively. As I indicated earlier, I'm not a drinker, but if you do drink, I really believe you will enjoy the entire experience and the drinks they serve here. To be completely transparent, they only serve drinks and they are pricey, but I don't know how Raised By Wolves compares to similar bars when it comes to pricing. My group of friends really enjoyed their time here and I enjoyed the ambience of RBW. They don't sell food here to accompany your drinks, but you might want to grab some food before, so that you're not drinking on an empty stomach. For non-alcoholic drinkers like me, there are a few choices, but for those who are fans of alcohol, there are many choices to choose from. The menu categories for their specialty drinks are Refreshing, Decadent, Direct, Reserve List, Zero Proof (my category), The Beers, Wine, and Bar Flights. Since RBW is strictly a bar, you've got a litany of drinks to choose from, so much so, that you'll need multiple menus to make your decision. My go to drink when I hang out with my buddies is the tried and true Shirley Temple, but since I was at an elegant bar, I decided to order one of their specialty zero proof drinks. I decided on their $11 Enchanted Tiki, which states in its description, "Just as tropical as its boozy brother - the Tiki Room - but enchanted and alcohol free." My drink was made with housemade lime cordial, coconut, cream, pineapple, and seltzer. It was a beautiful drink, tasty, and I felt like one of the cool kids. Back when my wife and I were dating, which was many moons ago, Raised By Wolves would definitely be a place to take her if I wanted to impress her. This upscale bar had great ambience, the service here is top notch, and I enjoyed my virgin drink. I didn't notice this when I used their restroom, but my buddy pointed out that RBW provides complimentary mouthwash, mints, and for you lovers, condoms. My buddy said he took some, but he didn't share. read more

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