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    We stopped into Sam's place prior to dinner to have a drink and a snack. Sam was behind the bar and was not only incredibly friendly - giving us great tips on local spots - but also made some of the best craft cocktails I've had in a very long time. It's clear that this bar prides itself on making great drinks and delivers on it. My wife and I tried 3 different drinks each and every single one was absolutely delicious. If you love good cocktails, you have to come to this bar.

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    The veggie chili was great!! The sautéed cabbadmge and meatloaf equally delicious! Great laid back vibe... very local. Music is great too!

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    3 years ago

    Awesome! Great owner and staff are on it! Food is on point and recommend the meatloaf with homemade dessert.

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    3 years ago

    Honestly! Sam is the best bartender in town. Definitely worth visiting. You won't find a better drink in town.

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    We met Sam the owner who was behind the bar and his craft cocktails are exceptional.

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    We stayed at Hotel El Roblar for our anniversary last month, and ended up at Snug Bar in the lobby…read moreafter dinner. It really was snug, nestled into a corner of the lobby, with one bartender, a few stools, and a cozy, intimate vibe. The bar was as beautiful as the rest of the hotel, richly designed with polished wood, attractive furnishings, and warm lighting. The whole lobby was loud and happening on the Saturday night of our stay, but when we walked into Snug Bar after dinner on the Sunday, we were the only customers. The bartender was a friendly woman, named Lauren I think, who we learned was a cousin of the nice server who waited on us at dinner. She made our cocktails and we took them into the lobby, where we claimed two handsome chairs on either side of a handsome table. The drinks were excellent. I got the Summer Blanco Negroni, a clear negroni with La Tierre de Acre Cenizo mezcal, Luxardo bitter bianco, and Spanish blanco vermouth. My husband had the Wild Condor Old Fashioned with Wild Turkey bourbon, Amaro Picon, vanilla, and house bitters. The Snug Bar experience was so snug that I fell fully asleep in one of those handsome chairs. The bar was good enough that I might have wanted another round, but I guess that negroni was all the nightcap I needed. I very much enjoyed this bar and Hotel El Roblar in general. I hope to come back and have another drink in this little corner.

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