WOW! This place is so cool! I was in Covington for a wedding and the entire wedding party decided to stop by for a few drinks. Despite having such a large group, drinks were out fast and there was plenty of seating. 2 things stick out here: Decor and the Drinks. Both were impeccably done. The nature meets wood and brick aesthetic is so purposefully laid out and when the eye cruises across the landscape it's so satisfying!! We had a LOT of drinks, but the jade river, el toro rojo, and pacific muse were our favorites. The drinks are priced pretty well ($12-$14) and the service was very prompt, always cleaning up empty glasses and clearing space for more people to sit. I for SURE recommend this place as a spot to come and throw a couple rounds back. We stayed for hours and drank and talked our hearts out! Thank you for such a wonderful night. 5 stars. read more

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If you haven't been to Second Story, you NEED to check it out! This place has the best vibes! They have one of the coolest bar designs I've ever seen, it's perfect for grabbing a drink or two with friends, date night, or hanging out! They offer delicious seasonal drinks, and every drink & shot I've tried has been amazing! My absolute favorite thing I've had here (and one of the best drinks I've ever had period) is their S'mores Espresso Martini! It's literally perfection; aesthetically it's fun but still well composed as any espresso martini should be; it's has the right balance of sweet & coffee, & all of the flavors really make it taste like you're drinking an espresso flavored s'more! If you see this on the menu, it is a must try! read more

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This was a cute place we spent a few hours at for a birthday party. We loved the outside area and the bartenders were nice. There were only one or two working when we got there so it took a little while to get our orders. I still really loved the inside! read more

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Really great bar staff here! I got the spring tide and it was PERFECT! Really great spot for a date, amazing muisc and great outdoor views. Cozy seating too! read more

Second Story Bar - Spring Tide - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Covington, Kentucky

Okay, so the spot is great, has a lot of potential. The bartender's (mainly the 2 guys) attitude absolutely sucks, the tech-no music all night with no lyrics makes for a night of no dancing for anybody beside the 2 dj's they have here. (We came as a big group after our friends wedding and ended up leaving, we were all on the same page about the place unfortunately) read more

Second Story Bar - Only the dj's dancing - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Covington, Kentucky

Great spot to stop for a drink and enjoy the vibes. This place is patronized by people of all ages and styles, it's one of my favorite and most versatile bars - before/after date night, great. Before/after a sporting event, great. Girls night out, a birthday gathering, happy hour with colleagues, all great! read more

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Fun bar with unique drinks and decorations. Went on a Saturday night and they had live music. Ordered an espresso martini that was amazing. Also ordered a mule that tasted like it was made with sweet and sour instead of ginger beer. It was not good. read more

This is really a fun bar. Younger demographic I would say average late 20s to 30s. Fun spirit drinks that were very tasty. You can sit outside or inside. The tree in the middle is a nice touch. read more

Wow, what a fall from Grace... When second story originally opened the bar was incredible. The music was great, the drinks were really well made, and they had a great selection and were willing to make specialty cocktails for anybody who asked. Sadly not the case today. Each and every time my friends and I have returned it seems that things are getting worse and worse. The menu has been cut in half, the service is not as good as it used to be, the prices have increased, and they are no longer willing to make exceptions or modify most of the cocktails; even when asking for something simple like a replaced spirit for an up-charge or to accommodate allergies. It's been getting a little more "club" atmosphere recently. The music is louder, the clientele a little more rowdy. Maybe some prefer that, but we miss the elevated cocktail lounge it used to be. read more

We were there (a group of 25) having fun and the manager cut the DJ off. Disappointing because we were all spending money at the establishment and having a great night. We all had to pivot plans because of the music being cut off. Would give 0 stars if I could. read more

Worth coming here just for the cool space both inside and on the patio! But the craft cocktails make it easy to stay. Like their sister bar Somerset, they offer an inventive seasonal cocktail menu that's never boring. The bartenders are also very attentive, friendly, and knowledgeable. I'll be back! Second Story is one of my favorites in Covington. read more

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By all means this is a dope bar but on a Saturday afternoon, when it wasn't that busy, it took a realllllly long time to get a drink. We asked for a spicy Paloma and it was decent. The Hemingway cocktail was incredible and I'll come back for it. The vibes inside are very cool. Love the furniture. Patio also looked dope. read more

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A cool setup with a variety of drinks! Located on the 'second story' of a building, this place is uniquely designed. The first thing you may notice is the huge tree at the bar. The bar is basically designed around the tree adding a level of uniqueness of the bar. You'll find casual seating at the bar, more intimate lounge type seating to the left, or venture out to the rooftop area where you'll find the famed football goal post on the roof. Plenty of space for large groups. I imagine this is a popular spot in the summer on the rooftop. Drinks were great and overall good price point. Would come back! read more

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Great drinks and setting for a couple or group night out! Knowledgeable bartender and delicious cocktails

Just love this spot. Great drinks, vibe and excellent service. I enjoy stopping in when I need to get out g my usual routine. Cheers! read more

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Dope atmosphere, delicious drinks, and excellent service, will definitely come back!!!!

The bar area is cool. However, our drinks were not great. The bourbon for the old fashion was not named on the menu, then poured out of a label-less bottle. It was very bad. I could not finish it. We basically wasted $30 on two drinks that we didn't finish. The bartender was nice. read more

Great bar with creative cocktails, friendly and knowledgeable service and beautiful outdoor and indoor spaces. read more

Second Story Bar - Paradise Lost - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Covington, Kentucky

This place is adorable and has a tree in the bar. There is so much space to relax play cards and enjoy a drink. They have a huge outdoor space some of it shaded some not but it's so homey The drink menu has so many great options. I had the Paloma delicious read more

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Don't miss out on this adorable new Covington bar! It's literally on the "second story" of this building - right above Flying Axes. The outdoorsy, artsy vibe is displayed in beautifully curated decor, and their themed drinks are fun and colorful. I met up with a friend around 5 p.m. on a Wednesday, and was surprised to we were some of the only people there! As we stuck around though, more and more of the "after-work" crowd arrived. We were even more pleasantly surprised to find that we received $2/off our as part of a "happy hour" special, which I didn't see advertised anywhere, but is always a great bonus! I sampled two cocktails during my visit - the Fire Alarm and the El Cristiano. The former was like a spicy-sweet margarita with a fun color from the beet juice (don't worry, you can hardly taste the beets)! The latter was equally as delicious, with some added brightness from the lime and some basil garnish. This seems like the kind of bar where you could order just about anything and it would be perfectly crafted. I didn't get a chance to check out their rooftop patio this time around - but I'm sure I'll be back again soon! read more

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What a cute place! My daughter had been here on a weekend date when it was packed and wanted to take us there for Father's Day. We weren't sure if they'd be busy on Father's Day, but since it was a mid Sunday afternoon they were practically empty, which was fine with us! We got a drink at the bar, then relaxed on their comfy sofas. There's lots of natural light and plants and it felt very homey. The cocktails were very good and priced about what you'd expect for a nice establishment. read more

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What a cool bar! First time here. Our bartender was great and the drinks were delicious! read more

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What a beautiful space! Such a lovely ambience this bar has. It felt like every where you looked there was something new to see. It's very artsy and kinda boho. The most eye catching thing is probably the big tree behind the bar that holds some liquor bottles. We sat at the bar but I'm definitely interested in sitting at the patio when it's warmer! Drink menu was nice, just a couple of "the classics" and some spins on them. Bartender also let us know we can order off menu, too, which is nice. We ended up ordering drinks on the menu and they were perfect! Looking forward to coming back! read more

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We stumbled into this place and was very impressed with the overall ambiance and the excellent service! The next night we had to make a return trip to try out more of their delicious cocktails. read more

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So cute but the bar staff is not friendly at All!! I would not recommend to anyone!' Beautiful but rude

Cool vibes here. I really like the mellow atmosphere. Their signature cocktail tonight was really good. It is the Amethyst City. read more

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This is a great place to grab a drink before or after dinner! Great ambiance and vibes. Rooftop is an awesome set up, look out for the giant field goal post! Ordered the chai espresso martini and enjoyed it during the holidays! read more

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Beautiful space unless you're in the presence of a bartender. Every time I go here it's a different bartender but the sour attitude stays the same. Let's just say that everyone sits outside and not at the bar for a reason. Mwah read more

Parking is weird, but it's worth the search. Good drinks, good vibes, good music. Beautiful views inside and out combined with phenomenal service. I can't wait to return. read more

Second Story Bar - Amethyst City - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Covington, Kentucky

I was here on Saturday 7/26 with some friends. I am very generous with my review but this place deserves a big fat BOOOOO. The DJ was so bad. Just noise. We requested a switch up, and no switch up occurred. My sister stated "I feel like it's a children's sound machine and they just keep hitting the same button over and over again." I realize this is a reflection of the DJ and not the bar, but it is so bad, it's ruined the bar for me. read more

Charming bar with a whimsical atmosphere that transports you to a magical treehouse. The drinks were absolutely delightful, and the bar staff were incredibly welcoming. read more

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What a cocktail bar should be! Cool decor, plenty of seating, great menu that includes Booze Free options. Good selection of gin bourbon and everything else! The outside area is the bomb! read more

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Loved everything about this place. The space is cool and the drinks were awesome. The bar staff were great and super friendly. Near the top of our list for grabbing a cocktail read more

I really liked the atmosphere of this bar and the drinks were good and it's a nice place to have a cocktail. I can't put my finger on it, but something little was just slightly missing. The drinks take awhile, but that's to be expected. It's an excellent spot for a pre or post dinner drink. I'd go back. read more

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Recently made it back to try more of the cocktail menu, it was super yummy! My sister was visiting from NYC & she loved it! We were there on a Wednesday night & it wasn't too packed, found a great seat on the patio to enjoy our cocktails. My sister loved the aesthetics for her photos. read more

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Wowza! I'll cross the bride anytime to hangout at Second Story. Obviously, one of my favorite bars is Somerset so I had high expectations. It's spacious, beautiful, decorative yet simple all at the same time. I definitely appreciate the simplicity. We went on a Saturday at around 5 pm and the older crowd was there. It's me..I'm older, it was great. Who knows how packed it gets when the 20 & 30 somethings show up. I Will return and bring friends. Great place to people watch. read more

Second Story Bar - Only got a pic of the bathroom - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Covington, Kentucky

It has wonderful ambience and excellent service. The tree in the bar is amazing! Also, there are no tv's that normally cause distractions. Also, the patio is large with cool plants and furniture. read more

Visited Second Story with girlfriends the other evening for a night cap. From the owners of Somerset and Alice, this bar is a cute addition to the Pike St / Madison area of Covington. It's in the old firehouse and upstairs from the Axe Throwing business. Cocktails are high end and use unique ingredients. We tried the Gem City, Tend your Garden, and False Alarm (NA). The bartender was super friendly and personable. They're still learning the menu and I thought the prices were a little steep, especially for the non alcoholic drink. But the ambiance makes it with a treehouse vibe and beautiful velvet chairs and chandeliers. Tip - Wednesday night was the perfect bit of busyness. This place is popular from the start and could be packed on the weekends so if that's not your thing try it midweek. read more

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A really cool bar with great ambiance. Our bartender was helpful and friendly. We tried the espresso martini, an old fashioned and a Little Kings beer. We'll definitely be back! read more

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Bartenders are some of the rudest people I've ever met. I asked for a Diet Coke and it was flat, brought it to the bartenders attention and she shrugged at me. I asked if she could try another machine, which she replied with they're all flat. Seems like they don't care about the service they are providing to their paying customers. They did not seem interested in fixing this issue. This also meant that any drink they made with a carbonated mixer would come out flat. read more