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Somerset Bar

4.6 (181 reviews)
Closed • 4:00 pm - 2:00 am (Next day)
Updated 2 months ago

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Dan S.

Very interesting place with great seating areas tucked away all over the place. Indoor and out door seating areas. That appear as you walk around and look. Very private feeling The place has a very laid back cool feel with interesting cocktails. There is a double decker food truck at the entrance which we were too early for today.

Ube Margarita (too sweet)
Judy N.

This place is located in not the most nice neighborhood (depending on which way you come) but once you get here, wow, this place is large and something to see. There were tons of people here also on a Saturday night. The drinks were only so-so. That Ube Margarita comes from a tap (like they premake it) and is way too sweet for me. If they made each drink individually they could probably make it less sweet but since they don't, it was hard to finish. (I know this is the most popular drink, it's pretty but not for me). We also ordered an Old Fashioned from the menu...also only so-so. Eh, bummer. They do have a small food truck selling snacks like fries etc though. They had a private event going on in the smaller area with another bar, that seems nice.

Ube margarita
Brandie H.

I loved the atmosphere of this bar. Great cocktails, the bartenders were super friendly. The vibe was just laid back. My only complaint is the area and parking.

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Diana K.

WOW. This bar is insane in the best way. There's so much to look at and so many different seating options that you can come back multiple times and have a totally different experience. There's an indoor, glass conservatory-style area with dreamy lighting and film photos everywhere, a cozy fireplace section that feels very intimate, and an outdoor area with a movie playing and really cool art deco vibes. The drinks are genuinely well-balanced and thoughtfully made. Absolute 10/10 atmosphere. I would recommend this place to literally everyone!! I got a mezcal old fashion and it was SO good! Check this place out!

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Dale Marie P.

I am a long-time Somerset fan. I remember reading about it online and being super excited for it to open and it didn't disappoint. First of all, it's open every day. As someone who loves a Monday happy hour, I appreciate this. I am in my late 40s and I'm going to go to happy hour on a Monday night and back home to bed by 9 like I'm supposed to be. Anyway, I just appreciate a daily-open bar. Somerset is an experience. You enter through these giant doors that are from Indonesia or something. It's basically a portal to what awaits you inside. From that moment, you know you're not in your typical Cincinnati bar. One caveat is the food truck right inside the entrance. I appreciate that they offer food (I'm not sure the schedule for it) but I won't lie that it detracts from the aesthetic a bit. There are three main sections - they probably have names but I'm going to call them the lounge, the greenhouse, and the garden. I am always in the garden if weather permits. The lounge is a moody library vibe. Big leather couches, a fireplace, poufs for extra seating. It's a nice balance to the other spaces, which are open and airy and green. There is a bar in there, but it's not always staffed. But, I'm usually there for the happy hour timeframe, so it might be staffed more at night. The greenhouse is the main part of the bar. With its giant windows and plethora of plants and white walls, it's the opposite of the lounge in the best way. This is where the main bar is. Service is usually pretty good although you do run into the kind of bartender that finds ennui to be an appropriate customer service philosophy. The garden is my favorite. You need to explore, because there's more than meets the eye. I like the pagodas, but I try to post up in the peekaboo spot in my picture - pagoda-adjacent but surrounded with bamboo and it feels private. Other notes: There is a water station. It's dog-friendly (even inside). There is almost always a bouncer checking every ID. The bathroom doors are kind of hidden in the wallpaper. And I'm usually there early but my understanding is that the young people show up after dark and really make it a party if that's your jam. TL;DR - Check out Somerset - all of it.

Baby powder?? Cocaine? Tranq?
Tim P.

Very cool place. Love the ambiance. Parking isn't great in this neighborhood. Located on the slums of Cincinnati. Someone told me there was a shooting here earlier this year. You'll be wanded down before you can enter. Such a shame someone had to ruin a good thing, but then again look around where you are. Wonder what the white powder is in the loo??? Someone changing a diaper? Cocaine maybe? Tranq?

Blue Bijou martini
Devena S.

Stopped in after shopping for a quick drink with a friend. Best decision on a Monday evening ever! They had little mini martinis for $5 each and I decided to make it a flight! And the bartender made them look so adorable! It was a nice chill vibe. A few dog owners, some people at the bar working solo, and some friends like us just hanging out! My only wish is that they had some kind of food on a regular basis. That would have made the evening 5 stars!!

Trinity G.

Such a cool bar!! I was pleasantly surprised. The drinks we ordered were delicious. The staff was kind and the service was speedy. The decor was the thing that stood out to me the most!! So unique and beautiful. Would 100% recommend.

Indoor
Isabel E.

Hands down my favorite bar in Cincinnati! It is so beautiful and unique. I love all the different spaces outside, which are for all kinds of groups (dates, friends, party, etc.). The bartenders are always nice and quick. I love their thc drinks. Sometimes the cocktails aren't a hit for me, but they do look beautiful.

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Ali R.

The most magical bar in the Nati. The bar staff makes it even better Lexi, David, and Imani are so friendly and engaging that you feel like you've been friends for years. The ambiance and vibe is so on point. Every where you look is an absolute delight to the eye. You feel like you've been transported out of Cincy. It's lush with plants, has comfy seats and even hidden cabooses. Don't miss this gem.

Drinks
Kristal O.

What a lovely little gem of a spot! The greenery, outdoor almost "spiritual" space, allows you to escape the city while being in the city! The drinks were on point, staff nice and knowledgeable. You really are transported to a beautiful oasis that you forget you're in the city. There was a DJ on Sunday daytime that had the perfect vibe as well. Can't wait to go again!!!

Amanda S.

Such a cool spot. You would never imagine how dope this place is from just the outside. Once you go inside it opens up into this beautiful garden like area and the outside, courtyard is incredible. Truly so many little hidden spots to discover. Cocktails are top notch and really thought out too.

Emily W.

The bouncer was super nice and talked with me about Wisconsin because I had a Wisconsin ID. We came to Somerset on a Saturday night in the winter and it was packed but our group of 5 was still able to find a seat. The cocktails are about $12 which is fair because their cocktails are true mixology. The inside has lots of plants and is like a greenhouse. We were able to get drinks super quick and close out in a timely manner. I got the Curio Punch and really enjoyed it. The summer would be the perfect time to come here.

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This bar is so cool and the drinks are always delicious. The bartenders are great and very friendly!

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The decor alone is reason enough to visit. I want to go back during the day to see what it's like with sunlight streaming in.

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Gorgeous ambiance and great drinks. It's seriously a beautiful space. I only wish the mocktails were a little cheaper lol.

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Great cocktails and amazing aesthetic and ambiance, a must visit if you love curated cocktails and plants galore!

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Really cool bar! They had a nice drink menu, bartenders were nice, and it was gorgeous! Decor and outdoor area were stunning!

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The drinks and the ambiance are great here. I was hoping we'd have time to go back a 2nd time on our trip.

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Ask the Community - Somerset Bar

Is outside food allowed?

You are welcome to bring outside food or order in if you meet the delivery person at the door! Our food truck will be opening in early April though for the season though, highly recommend trying some of the eats once its up and running :)

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