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I've been here twice and have had a great time here. It's definitely a nice venue and clean. The bar in the center is the main event in that room. It's lit well and easy to access to sit or stand and order a drink: service was very quick for how busy it was. There's another area to the left of the entrance that has a staging area and more seating. I don't know about the food scene. Music is a vibe and the price point is perfect for these libations. I'm excited to come back and hang out with some friends again.
had a great time tonight at the Yelp Badge Day Bash at the Howlin' Wolf! what a great little bar with tons of character and charm in the heart of the Tower District. the service was superb the Bar tenders were amazing mixologists! they were all very friendly. food was catered by India's oven which is located directly across the parking lot. that Butter chicken was to die for! and the samosas were great also. I'm definitely coming back with friends. you've got to check this place out if you haven't yet! what a great spot!!!
I was here for a Yelp event and I must say it was a good experience for sure. Though there was a lot of people but nevertheless I had a good time. The only thing I could say was that I was able to get a couple of drinks and they were very inconsistent with them. I understand with how full and busy the place was could cause that. But great time nonetheless
I came for a birthday night cap. The bartender made me great drinks and the service was impeccable! The vibe was cute and I can't wait to go back
This place is so cool! As someone not very well versed in cocktail bars, I think this is a great place to start. You feel cool just walking into the place. With aesthetic decor, live music, and moody lighting, this is a great place to grab a drink! Came around Christmas time and the place felt so festive! Plenty of seating and fast service. They have a great selection of drinks and the bartenders are really good at recommending drinks. I don't think you can go wrong with any of their drinks! I'd come here again!
Very cool place I really liked the decor and how they decorated for Christmas with a tree and lights. It's very open and spacious as well you can definitely have a big group of people here. They also have live bands and musicians that come in which is why I went last night. I sat at the bar with a friend not knowing how cold it would be without a jacket on. The door opened so much and tipzys next door had so many bikers outside that were smoking weed and it was coming inside the place. The drinks were good, the service was ehhh 50/50 the guy that was helping us seemed frazzled and really overwhelmed by the amount of orders that were coming in. They did have Santa crawl yesterday and were not prepared for the amount of foot traffic in there. They had 3 bartenders, and a guy who I'm guessing was the bar back? Not really sure because he doesn't know how to use a 3 container sink, he's really slow at washing in general to the point they were using flutes to put an espresso martini in. There was a Hindu man I'm not sure what he doesn't there but you can tell he was just in the way and pissing off the bartender that was in front of us. He also took my friends to drinks for some odd reason without even asking. I had to tell him that was her cocktail and I need that back. I don't understand why we're taking things without asking??? He's also extremely rude there were customers that had paid and they told him to keep the change for a tip and he literally threw it on the counter and said leave it there. I was a little shocked at why he did that when they have a tip jar on the counter. The bathrooms were a wreck, no one was maintaining them throughout the night either. I really do like the place and I hope the next time I come back it's not so hectic inside. And maybe the staff will have it together.
Wow, wow, wow, I still can't say enough about how much we like Howlin Wolf! This art-deco cocktail bar in the Tower District is top-notch, definitely one of the best (if not the very best) cocktail bars in Fresno. Ambiance here is amazing. Not only is the art-deco theme really cool, but they incorporate lots of old Fresno memorabilia and nostalgia. There's a whole wall of old Fresno photos that really brought back memories. Tables are comfy, as is the actual bar. The service was fast and friendly, we had our drinks within 15 minutes of sitting down. My partner ordered a mocktail of a French 75, and she said it was one of the best she's had. My holiday-themed old fashioned was absolutely perfect and probably the best holiday drink I had this December (and that includes visiting bars in Los Angeles and Minneapolis); it had just the right amount of holiday spices and the perfect amount of sweetness. All in all, top marks here. Prices are also right on par (if not a bit low) for what you get here (in that they aren't necessarily cheap for Fresno, but the ambiance and drinks are worth every penny). I can't wait to visit this place again, it's a real Fresno gem.
We stopped by for a couple drinks in the late afternoon, and loved the ambience of the place, everything from the artwork and decor with animals, music events, icons, and instruments on display, to the helmets on the wall under dim purplish lighting, and even a couple shuffleboard tables near the bar. We enjoyed some live music around 5pm, Sunday Jam led by Bobby Griffin. The sound system was a bit loud and not the best, but the musicians were good, and performed hits like Fly Me to the Moon. For drinks, we had the buffalo trace old fashioned, fruit salad (a tasty strawberry and lemon flavored cocktail), and pear-adice lemon drop, all of which were pretty good. The service was great, many staff members and bartenders available to ensure minimal wait times, and they were friendly as well, checking on us frequently to make sure we had everything we needed. There's a small parking lot outside shared with neighboring businesses, though it was a bit full when we visited, so I'm not sure how busy it gets here since I'm not from the area.
Decided to check this place out before heading to a comedy show at the Tower Theatre. The inside decor is pretty cool and the craft drink selections are pretty good. Wish we had time to stay for more than one drink as the guy behind the bar suggested a few things while the lady making our drinks must have been new because we saw her reading the recipes. Will check it out again.
2 months ago
Found this spot on TikTok. I was trying to find a nice bar to visit. This bar caught my eye. I was avoiding the crowd and came around opening time on a Tuesday. Frank was tending and did an amazing job. I wanted to try new drinks, but not sure where to start. Frank gave great recommendations. The Pepina was my favorite I ordered it twice. A cucumber pineapple based cocktail. The inside of the bar is decorated beautifully with photos along all the walls, bathrooms are clean. They have a stage for live performances by bands. Seating off to the side if you don't want to sit directly at the bar. Returned a second time on a busier night, staff is friendly, drinks are being made promptly, crowds is lowkey chill vibes. Older adults who are mature, drama free crowd. I really enjoy coming to The Howlin Wolf. 10/10 would recommend!! I don't have photos of the area, but I have photos of my pretty drinks read more
This is a really nice bar to come with friends or even with your man. It's pretty chill. The bartenders are nice and attentive. You can even have small chats with them. There's a dance floor and even an area to play a game. I'm not exactly sure what game it is.. but there is a game table. There's a cute mirror hall leading up to the restrooms. I forgot ol girl name that helped us out but she did a great job with any questions we had about the drinks on the menu. They even have a Russian roulette spinner if you're feeling ballsy and want to take a random shot. The whole bar area is a vibe and the inside is gorgeous! read more
This place is a NEW favorite in the old Tower District that I have a place in my retired party girl heart. All crafted drinks by the mixologists here. They're nice and sweet, the favorite would have to be Emilio, he's such a cool dude. The ladies love the curls and it's fun watching them go goo goo gah gah for him. The service is fast and the ambiance is super chill. I would come here over and over again. Highly recommend to get drinks here in town, read more
6 months ago
I've been here twice and have had a great time here. It's definitely a nice venue and clean. The bar in the center is the main event in that room. It's lit well and easy to access to sit or stand and order a drink: service was very quick for how busy it was. There's another area to the left of the entrance that has a staging area and more seating. I don't know about the food scene. Music is a vibe and the price point is perfect for these libations. I'm excited to come back and hang out with some friends again. read more
had a great time tonight at the Yelp Badge Day Bash at the Howlin' Wolf! what a great little bar with tons of character and charm in the heart of the Tower District. the service was superb the Bar tenders were amazing mixologists! they were all very friendly. food was catered by India's oven which is located directly across the parking lot. that Butter chicken was to die for! and the samosas were great also. I'm definitely coming back with friends. you've got to check this place out if you haven't yet! what a great spot!!! read more
I was here for a Yelp event and I must say it was a good experience for sure. Though there was a lot of people but nevertheless I had a good time. The only thing I could say was that I was able to get a couple of drinks and they were very inconsistent with them. I understand with how full and busy the place was could cause that. But great time nonetheless read more
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I came for a birthday night cap. The bartender made me great drinks and the service was impeccable! The vibe was cute and I can't wait to go back read more
This place is so cool! As someone not very well versed in cocktail bars, I think this is a great place to start. You feel cool just walking into the place. With aesthetic decor, live music, and moody lighting, this is a great place to grab a drink! Came around Christmas time and the place felt so festive! Plenty of seating and fast service. They have a great selection of drinks and the bartenders are really good at recommending drinks. I don't think you can go wrong with any of their drinks! I'd come here again! read more
Very cool place I really liked the decor and how they decorated for Christmas with a tree and lights. It's very open and spacious as well you can definitely have a big group of people here. They also have live bands and musicians that come in which is why I went last night. I sat at the bar with a friend not knowing how cold it would be without a jacket on. The door opened so much and tipzys next door had so many bikers outside that were smoking weed and it was coming inside the place. The drinks were good, the service was ehhh 50/50 the guy that was helping us seemed frazzled and really overwhelmed by the amount of orders that were coming in. They did have Santa crawl yesterday and were not prepared for the amount of foot traffic in there. They had 3 bartenders, and a guy who I'm guessing was the bar back? Not really sure because he doesn't know how to use a 3 container sink, he's really slow at washing in general to the point they were using flutes to put an espresso martini in. There was a Hindu man I'm not sure what he doesn't there but you can tell he was just in the way and pissing off the bartender that was in front of us. He also took my friends to drinks for some odd reason without even asking. I had to tell him that was her cocktail and I need that back. I don't understand why we're taking things without asking??? He's also extremely rude there were customers that had paid and they told him to keep the change for a tip and he literally threw it on the counter and said leave it there. I was a little shocked at why he did that when they have a tip jar on the counter. The bathrooms were a wreck, no one was maintaining them throughout the night either. I really do like the place and I hope the next time I come back it's not so hectic inside. And maybe the staff will have it together. read more
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Wow, wow, wow, I still can't say enough about how much we like Howlin Wolf! This art-deco cocktail bar in the Tower District is top-notch, definitely one of the best (if not the very best) cocktail bars in Fresno. Ambiance here is amazing. Not only is the art-deco theme really cool, but they incorporate lots of old Fresno memorabilia and nostalgia. There's a whole wall of old Fresno photos that really brought back memories. Tables are comfy, as is the actual bar. The service was fast and friendly, we had our drinks within 15 minutes of sitting down. My partner ordered a mocktail of a French 75, and she said it was one of the best she's had. My holiday-themed old fashioned was absolutely perfect and probably the best holiday drink I had this December (and that includes visiting bars in Los Angeles and Minneapolis); it had just the right amount of holiday spices and the perfect amount of sweetness. All in all, top marks here. Prices are also right on par (if not a bit low) for what you get here (in that they aren't necessarily cheap for Fresno, but the ambiance and drinks are worth every penny). I can't wait to visit this place again, it's a real Fresno gem. read more
3 years ago
We stopped by for a couple drinks in the late afternoon, and loved the ambience of the place, everything from the artwork and decor with animals, music events, icons, and instruments on display, to the helmets on the wall under dim purplish lighting, and even a couple shuffleboard tables near the bar. We enjoyed some live music around 5pm, Sunday Jam led by Bobby Griffin. The sound system was a bit loud and not the best, but the musicians were good, and performed hits like Fly Me to the Moon. For drinks, we had the buffalo trace old fashioned, fruit salad (a tasty strawberry and lemon flavored cocktail), and pear-adice lemon drop, all of which were pretty good. The service was great, many staff members and bartenders available to ensure minimal wait times, and they were friendly as well, checking on us frequently to make sure we had everything we needed. There's a small parking lot outside shared with neighboring businesses, though it was a bit full when we visited, so I'm not sure how busy it gets here since I'm not from the area. read more
Decided to check this place out before heading to a comedy show at the Tower Theatre. The inside decor is pretty cool and the craft drink selections are pretty good. Wish we had time to stay for more than one drink as the guy behind the bar suggested a few things while the lady making our drinks must have been new because we saw her reading the recipes. Will check it out again. read more
1 year ago
My date brought me here & I thought it was a really nice place!! The person helping us was nice! The drinks were all so good, loved the atmosphere, the music that was playing. All in all it created a great place to grab a couple drinks with someone & I will definitely be going back :) Thank you read more
9 months ago
Love this bar- it sets itself apart from the rest. It feels like you're stepping back into time, I love all the meticulous details in the interior space. The service is top notch. Classy bartenders that know their craft. My go-to is the French 75. I've had many in town and theirs is the best! If you follow them on instagram you can see that they tend to have mostly live bands as opposed to djs which I'm not mad at. The last band they had sang hits from the 70s-90s. You can also bring your own food in here if you would like since they only offer cocktails and beer. I am not one to frequent bars but this is a must for anyone to try-it's always a treat coming here! read more
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1 year ago
Drinks were solid, and the prices were decent. The interior is dimly lit. The decorations are unique and the aesthetic of the place has a retro feel to it. This bar is attached to a tiny parking lot with other restaurants/businesses nearby so parking can be tricky. Service was on the slower end, even though the place was pretty much empty when we went. It could've been a new bartender training or something. Overall, I do think it's worth checking out! read more
I've been here a numerous times now and I think this last time I went was probably the best time! Usually the live music is super loud but this time it wasn't! I was able to talk to the people around me and wasn't hard to hear them. The interior decor is awesome here. Neon lights towards the back of the room where there are some chairs and tables. The servers will come take your order or you can go to the bar and order as well. The service here is always good. Our server was really nice and even gave us some beads. The Mardi Gras parade had just happened. All the drinks I've ordered here, I've liked. It's never been a disappointment. I ordered the winter flower from their signature menu, and it was delicious. I had to order a 2nd one. Definitely a cool bar in tower district! read more
What an absolutely hidden gem in the Tower District. From the outside, simplistic building...but take a few steps in, and you are transformed into a fun, truly different time feel- like a Speakeasy! Chill vibes, such a great crowd, and in my opinion, one of the classiest bars in Fresno. Live music was poppin' and drinks kept on coming, beautifully presented might I add. For my first visit here, it was very memorable! I was celebrating my birthday on a Saturday with a group of friends, and we were over the moon excited to snag a comfy, booth, table and chairs. Our server was crazy attentive, from promptly bringing out our specialty drinks- to trays of shots-and she was so friendly and accommodating! Telling all my friends and family just wasn't enough...compelled to Yelp about it- go check it out! Drinks, music, atmosphere... You won't be disappointed! read more
4 years ago
I've been here twice in the past month in a half-ish and have really enjoyed myself. Super cool vibe. The neon lights, motorcycle, booths, pretty bar area, fun mirror decor...I love it all. A great place to start your night in tower if you're looking for a good drink before ordering vodka tonics the rest of the night ;) one downside is...it's LOUD. Like really loud, they usually have live music which is so fun however trying to have a conversation is next to impossible if you're not there strictly to listen to the bands. Service, has been good, can't complain. Drinks come out pretty quick and bar tenders seem alright! Drinks are good, I haven't ventured out as much as I'd like but hey have to leave room to look forward to something new. Overall cool spot, I like it and I'll be back again in the future. read more
I may be a little bit tipsy as I write this while sitting at the bar, but this place has good drinks and fun vibes! I'm here early on a Saturday, the band has started playing and the bartenders are friendly. Solid place to get a drink in tower. I recommend! read more
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Went out for my birthday.Vibes were chill waiters really friendly love it! 10/10 recommend will be back again read more
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