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    The Sydney

    4.3 (29 reviews)
    InexpensiveLounges, Music Venues
    Closed 5:00 pm - 2:00 am (Next day)

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    THE SYDNEY ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Hipster
    Casual
    Live music
    Moderate noise

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    Patrick T.

    The Sydney is a rad bar in Benson, with an awesome "mom" bartender as she called herself taking care of everyone! They have a great beer selection, cheap shots (2 dollar Sake shots) and its a cool bar to hang in! I played a show there last night and Adam who did sound did a killer job, and they even had a screen for my projector so I didn't have to bring in my own! Bathrooms were good, little outdoor back patio for smokers, and after the concert stopped it went into Karaoke and you know we had to stay around for a song or two of that! All in all great bar, great staff, and a fun night!

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    Shelby B.

    Not a bad hangout. I like the Sydney, but my brain always has to re-adjust as I remember it when it used to be Mick's. The latter was a little more upscale, and the Sydney has some 'diviness' to it. I don't mean that in a bad way, having been there a few times, the drinks were decent and the staff friendly. Nothing pretentious here, show up, grab a drink and enjoy yourself!

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    Best bar I know and all of the bartenders kick ass. Also, drinks don't cost an arm and a leg. Lots of fun and character.

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    Derek gets me wrecked and I leave satisfied. I really only come 4 Derek as he he embodies benson

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    my favorite bar in the city - we are regulars because it's cheap drinks, awesome staff and a lot of fun events!

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    Revival House - We got there very early in the evening by the time we left it was pretty full.

    Revival House

    4.4(32 reviews)
    2.7 miBlackstone, Midtown

    We visited Revival House because a friend picked it to celebrate their birthday, and I was really…read moreexcited since this place had been on my list for a while. The space is super cute and bigger than I expected. I love that the windows open up and give it an indoor/outdoor vibe, and the tropical décor makes it feel fun and cozy at the same time. There's plenty of seating, and they can fit both small and big groups. We were a party of about eight and were still able to find a good spot together. Something I really liked is that they let you bring food from other places since they don't serve any, which is perfect if you want to hang out for a while. Their drink menu is huge, and the presentation is honestly amazing. When we first got there it was slow, but it definitely got busier as the night went on. We did struggle a bit when it was time to check out because all the servers were running around, so just be ready for that on a busy night. Overall, we had a great time. The drinks were really good, the vibe was great, and I'd definitely go back.

    I've been wanting to try Revival House for quite a while now, and it was pretty good! It was so…read morecute inside and the drink menu had a decent variety. It was kind of confusing whether we had to go order at the bar or if someone was going to come take our order, but eventually someone came to us. I got the Exotic Bird and it was definitely my favorite drink out of the group. The seating was a bit of a challenge as we had to seat ourselves and we had a decently large group, so we had to wander around for a bit trying to find a spot, but we eventually did. I'll probably be back to try more drinks, but maybe when they are less busy!

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    Reverb Lounge - Smith and Jessen on stage

    Reverb Lounge

    4.1(31 reviews)
    0.2 miBenson
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    Cool Benson establishment which carries more "lived in/grunge" Benson vibes rather than "brand…read morespanking new trendy spot". Attached to the bar is a small but intimate music space where they have frequent $10 shows from a variety of smaller artists-local and beyond. This is your basic bar with cran vodkas and PBR, but they also pride themselves on a cool craft beer (many taps!) and cocktail menu too. The last drink I had there, a Oolong tea cocktail, was excellent. Unpretentious, casual, and versatile. Loud to sit in the bar area if you're just having a drink and not attending the concert in the next room over, BUT not every night is a show night. Lounge that fills a lot of shoes. Drinks for the crafties and the basic b's in your life, music for everyone, and you can feel comfortable dressed to impress or in ripped jeans and converses.

    I came to Omaha specifically to see The Way Down Wanderers in concert at the Reverb since they were…read moreskipping KC this tour. What I hoped to be a great experience was magical. I was also turned on to a fantastic local act - Mr. E and The Stringless Kite. The Reverb Lounge I so tiny and intimate that it's like sitting in a friends basement with first class sound and lighting. There are only 3 tables and seating for 12, when the show started there were 31 people and it felt like we were all friends. The bar is outside the performance room, so the noise of a rowdy bar does not effect the show. The bar itself is simple and stylish with rock paraphernalia, exposed brick and wood and a great bartender the night I was there. Reverb, you are in my top 5 for concert venues! Well Done!

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    4.0(64 reviews)
    2.5 miBlackstone, Midtown
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    Me and my better half stopped by this Grinch pop‑up bar after hearing a ton of buzz, and I'll give…read morecredit where it's due: the decor is phenomenal. They really committed to the theme--every corner looks like it was pulled straight out of Whoville, and the attention to detail is honestly impressive. The space itself is kinda small, though. Cozy if you're with the right group, cramped if you're not. And while the staff was friendly and attentive, there was definitely... an energy in the room. Hard to put a finger on, but let's just say some folks seemed to fit the intended esthetic a lot more naturally than others. You can feel who this place was really designed to make comfortable. That said, the Grinch cocktail was a standout. Bright green, topped with cotton candy and a candy cane, super fun looking. They nailed the novelty drink game. Overall, it's a cool spot for the right people. If you're part of the crowd they clearly had in mind, you'll probably have an amazing time. If not... the decor isn't enough to stop in for.

    Fun little pop up! We got lucky and snagged a table pretty quickly, but it was full when we got…read morethere around 9 on a Tuesday. They had some very fun themed drinks - my grinch mosa was tasty and I really enjoyed getting a candy cane with it. The decor of course is stellar! Each wall is a little different and it feels like every inch is decorated. Service was a little slower than I expected as it emptied out a bit later in the night but overall a great night out.

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    Catalyst

    Catalyst

    4.0(18 reviews)
    4.2 miOld Market, Downtown

    My boyfriend and I stopped by Catalyst after dinner nearby since it's one of the spots on our…read moremartini passport! I had been before, but it was his first time, so I was excited for him to try it. You walk in through the hotel's main entrance and the bar is tucked away in the back, which makes it feel cozy and a little private. It wasn't very busy when we went. I think this spot would be great for a date night! The bartenders were amazing. They were incredibly friendly, explained the drinks, and checked in on us throughout the night. You can tell they really care about the experience of patrons. Our espresso martinis were great and we really enjoyed them! Every time I've visited, their cocktails have been consistently good, and I love that they offer a seasonal menu to switch things up. They also have a patio that looked like it would be so nice in the summer, but it was too cold for us to sit outside this time. We both loved the decor and overall aesthetic. It feels upscale without being too intimidating, Overall, such a great experience and definitely a place we'll keep coming back to!

    It's my third or fourth time visiting this lounge. Always a mellow experience in this lounge bar…read more Artsy modern decor give it that "the fact that I'm here makes me cool" vibe. The drinks were SO GOOD that I forgot to take a pic because I sucked it down like I hadn't had water all day. The apps...yum. Tube in croquettes were my favorite! You can rent the lounge space and/or the outdoor space for a private event the floor to ceiling windows open to extend the indoors outdoor. They have built in TVs in a grotto style patio with more lounge seating. There is a bar indoors and one on the patio. I've seen live bands play outside during a cocktail reception and the energy is contagious. A must see intimate venue.

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