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    The Platypus

    4.8 (16 reviews)
    Closed • 4:00 pm - 12:00 am (Next day)

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    Katie N.

    If you like Tiny House, you will enjoy it's sister bar The Platypus. We stopped in for a nightcap after dinner, and I really liked the mismatched vintage vibes. I had an espresso martini. While this was very good, it was the tiniest drink I think I've ever gotten for a NOT tiny price. Because of this, I'm not sure I would return.

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    Audrey E.

    I always enjoy the drinks at Platypus and I love that they have some thc infused drinks for my friends who have switched away from alcohol a bit. I'm always confused at how empty the bar is though, I don't know if I'm going at the wrong times or what but I have been here on more than one occasion where my group are the only customers there. Great for a quiet night out if you're looking for it!

    Cold brew, Rosé
    Rose P.

    Such a fun bar with great vibes. Perfect setting for an intimate cocktail night with friends. A good selection of wines, cocktails, beers, snacks, and sweets. Good seating indoors and outdoors on the patio. Staff was very friendly and service was quick. Prices are fair to the area. The cocktails were tasty and strong.

    Katie P.

    i've always loved Tiny House Bar and i believe this bar is owned by the same people. i looooved the vibes here- so cute, cozy and 70s. They did so good with the decor, it would be a cute place to snap some cute pictures while out with friends! The service was really nice and attentive. I was confused at first- you sit down and they'll come and take your order, no need to order at the bar (at least when we were there). Our drinks were also delish. Overall we had a really great experience and I would 100% be back. I'm really looking forward to trying their paninis!

    Nicole C.

    The sister bar to Tiny House. Retro vibes, a great patio, and all day Sunday happy hour

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    Barbi B.

    I have probably been to this bar at least 10 times since they opened in December.Super cute retro vintage vibe/decor. Bartenders are really chill. I love the cocktails/wine and the cozy bar seats. And they have Block 16 paninis and little dessert pastries! Honestly it's my new favorite bar. Favorite cocktail is the tulani!

    Michelle M.

    The vibes in here are fantastic! I love the 70s chill atmosphere, I told my friend it's like going to someone's house for dinner and a drink. Will definitely be back outside of the girl dinner event to try more fun drinks. It's the sister bar to Tiny House, which always has great craft cocktails. I was looking forward to checking Platypus out for the first time for the Girl Dinner they have from 5-8 on Wed, Thurs, and Sunday. For $28, you get focaccia breadsticks with red pepper dipping sauce, Block 16 homemade chicken nuggets with sauce, and your choice of 3 martinis. I opted for the dirty martini, and it was good, I would've preferred a little more dirty but it was nice and crisp! The food wasn't a hit for me. The breadsticks were good, but some came out overdone on the crispiness and a bit thin. The chicken nuggets were tasty on the inside, they tasted homemade. They were frozen and air fried upon order, which makes sense needing a lot for orders, but it made them a bit soggy and hard in different areas of the nugget. For the price, I was disappointed in the meal but I'd definitely be back for the cocktails!

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