speakeasy with immaculate vibes? don't mind if I do!…read more The service was incredible. They explained every detail of the menu and were super accommodating. We had a large party but drinks came out quickly and the quality was excellent. Drinks are around $18 a piece but you are paying for the ambiance and experience. This is perfect for a date night or a unique experience with friends. It is hard to get into as it's a smaller space so make a reservation ahead of time if you can. You ring a bell and are taken through a bookcase to get in. It was such a great experience. I will definitely be back!

Amazing experience at this beautiful speakeasy! Love the entrance, the staff, the drinks! Ambiance…read moreis perfect for date night or an evening with friends! Reservations recommended!

After my previous bad experience at Thirsty Fox (reviewed separately), I was looking for a vibe…read moreshift. Ona provided it! A foosball table, a backgammon set, deep wood colors and an art deco vibe. This dark, moody little bar had a friendly bartender and unusual drinks. I had the "I Go Where I'm Led," made with kimchi infused vodka, gin, dolin dry, and celery salt. It did indeed taste like kimchi and was certainly weird. I also had the "Need 3," made with prosciutto basil infused gin sotol, amaro obscuro, bitters, and soda. Also a savory, bizarre drink that I'm glad I tried, but wouldn't get again. They have more conventional cocktails as well, like the Paper Plane, Naked and Famous, Corpse Reviver #2. They have IPAs and plain Miller Lites. They have basic red, white, and sparkling wine. Prices range from 8-13 dollars.

Stopped by in hopes of a relaxing drink. Service was terrible. It was not busy and it took 20…read moreminutes to get served 1 beer and a cocktail. They served others who entered the bar after us, doing shots with them. The bartenders were very rude, online it says they close at 2, one of the bartenders yelled, "It's time to get the fuck out" at 1:10, right after they had finally served us. All the workers were clearly intoxicated/on drugs, and were dancing to static playing on the speakers. I was hoping for a better experience, instead I felt uncomfortable and unwelcome.

The combo of Seltzer Club and Bourbon on Rye is exactly what Lexington needed. The food is…read moreoutstanding and the atmosphere makes for the perfect date night. Recommend their Rueben sliders and their homemade burgoo

Without a doubt, one of the best cocktail lounges in downtown Lexington. Small, roughly 25 seat bar…read morewith a drink menu to die for... It has a 20's prohibition speak easy feel to it. Very intimate. Would make a great date-night stop. Order the AppleJack, sit back and relax...

Beautiful space as part of a collective with other businesses on the block (check those out too)…read more Surprisingly full on a Thursday night, but we didn't have to wait long. Such a cozy vibe to sip on a martini with friends, I loved it here! The whole bar ended up singing happy birthday to a girl so that was a fun community moment. I didn't pay for my drink that night so can't comment about the prices, but the dirty martini was great. Would return

We like to go here for a cocktail or two when going on a date downtown. They make really good…read moredrinks at a reasonable price. The bartenders are always friendly and attentive. You must be over 21 to be in this bar due to limited food options. They serve cheese board type of stuff.

If you're in Lexington and you don't stop here, you're doing Kentucky wrong. I walked in expecting…read morea solid pour, but I walked out feeling like I'd just left a family reunion--the kind where everyone actually likes each other. The selection is top-tier (easily one of the best I've seen in the Bluegrass State), but the hospitality is what sets this place apart. We ended up chatting with the owner, and he treated us like old friends who had been coming there for twenty years. It's rare to find a spot that has both a world-class whiskey list and zero pretension. It's the perfect atmosphere--historic building, great energy, and people who truly know their bourbon. Pro Tip: Pull up a stool, ask for a recommendation, and be prepared to stay a while. You're among friends here.

I recently went to Bourbon on Rye while visiting Lexington and I was amazed. I got the bourbon…read morebarbecue Gouda chicken sliders and the barbecue sauce was amazing. The chicken was fresh and the fries were really good as well. They also have a really nice cocktail list and they make all of their syrups and shrubs in house which I think is awesome. It sets them apart from other bars in the area. I got the union cocktail and it was the perfect mix of bitter and sweet. My friend had the bourbon sour and it was really good as well. Will definitely be back here next time I'm in Lex.

Went to the speakeasy lounge and got speakeasied lol. We walked in through the glass studio which…read morehad some incredible pieces btw, saw the workspace (will need to sign up for one of the classes because that seems like so much fun), and just could not find the door. Fully walked into the bathroom, could see the band across teh workshop, and then walked back out thinking there was a back door until we saw the mirror open and felt like absolute fools Inside the lounge it was quite cozy without feeling cramped. The decor and lighting were exceptionally curated, and just overall it was an incredible space, great for hanging out with small groups. The bar staff were all knowledgeable and efficient in their service. The band playing was incredible on the semi-outdoor enclosed patio (there were heaters so was quite comfortable), and jsut overall was quite fun. Prices are a tad on the higher side but that is to be expected with a speakeasy and cocktails. Would definitely recommend and will try to return for any of their offerings, whether it be just the lounge or even a glass blowing class.

This place is awesome! We walked over after dinner at Epping's to check it out. The glass shop has…read moresome very nice pieces. Walk through the mirrored door into the Speakeasy Lounge. Dim lit lounge with cozy seating and a full bar. We sat on the couches with friends and had a couple cocktails. I had the Trifecta Old Fashioned and the others had an Old Fashioned and a Fahrenheit. All the drinks were fantastic. They have another seating area in the shop area where you can watch them work on the glass artwork. Live music on Friday nights.

Accidentally found this place when staying one night in Lexington and already want to go back! Our…read morebartender Noah was so knowledgeable about all the bourbons and helped us create a very personalized flight! We were blown away by the variety alone but the service really made this place a must stop. They also have an AMAZING espresso martini!

I recently went a couple of times within a week. Incredible bourbon selection. Jourdan, the…read morebartender really knows his bourbon. Patient friendly shared what he liked about a variety of bourbon. It's a great place to take out of town guess who wanted urban experience of going to the distilleries themselves, which is amazing. Located downtown and a great spot for Thursday night live. They have an outdoor area during Thursday night. Inside the bar doesn't pick up until much later and not my scene. I like to go early.

I was recently at Georgie's and loved the atmosphere! Seeing people on the street walk by through…read morethe open windows was awesome! I'll be back!!

I really enjoyed this bar! I went with a friend for a pre-dinner drink, and it was not crowded,…read morewhich was nice. It has a very modern lounge look with a great view of the street and people walking by. It was a beautiful day so the windows were open. You almost forgot you were in Lexington. I got the funkadelic drink, and my friend got the Clooney. Both were really good but completely different. I enjoyed the funkadelic, it was like having a drink on a beach.

Such a vibe, great weekend happy hour spot. We just stumbled upon randomly. The cocktails are…read morephenomenal. Bar tender is always very kind and presentable.

We were lucky to get a couple seats at the bar. Very busy place, lots of things happening, so it…read moregets loud and crowded. They do special drinks and special pours depending on what's going on. Our bartender was super nice!

Tapsters is one of my must dos while I'm in town. It's centrally located, a great place to start or…read moreend the night and they always have such a good selection of beer, wine, bourbon, cocktails and mocktails. You can order whatever food you'd like here so it's a perfect hangout spot. Plus the staff is always so kind! If you're in town check this place out

This is an interesting place for sure. You get a card and self serve your drinks. When you hear…read moreself-serve, you automatically think it's gonna be beer, especially since the place is called Tapster. Well, it broke my stereotypes because they had wine, beer, cocktails, and mocktails. I ended up creating my own margarita swirl by mixing the margarita and sangria ($10.16). The price is about the same as most other places, but you get to get your drink whenever you're ready and you can close out quickly by dropping your card in a dropbox or go back up to the register and close out. The ambience is really cool because they had swings at their tables - not all of them but a good portion.