When you're in the mood for a nicely crafted cocktail, Twisted Liquid has that panache that you're looking for in a cocktail bar. They have the smoke and the foam and the cool-looking, Instagram-worthy drinks. Don't get it twisted, though: Twisted Liquid ain't cheap! But you're paying for professional bartenders creating creative beverages. You want to come here to impress a date, not get buzzed on Michelob Ultras. I visited strictly for a drink, so I didn't check out their food menu. But apparently, they do serve food here, mostly starters, snacks and small plates, but also a few mains. My love for gin is never-ending, much like my love for Lewis Carroll and Alice in Wonderland, so when I saw a drink called Painting the Roses Red, you know that's the one that I got. It is a white tea-infused gin with elderflower liqueur, Pinot Gris, lemon juice and rose water. A little ice rose came floating in the drink. It was so pretty, and pretty potent! I like when my adult drinks actually have alcohol in them, and mine certainly did. Our bartender was lovely and knew how to make a lot of drinks with a little flair for each one. I came with a group, and we all sat at the bar and had a wonderful time. read more

I wanted to share feedback regarding our recent dining experience to celebrate my son's graduation with family and friends as it was unfortunately very disappointing -- especially considering the price point and expectations presented for your restaurant and event reservations. First, the menu was extremely limited for both food and drinks. While the cocktails were enjoyable, the food quality and portions did not come close to justifying the $300+ we spent. We ordered the shrimp and wagyu skewers expecting thoughtfully prepared dishes. Instead, the shrimp appeared comparable to pre-made shrimp cocktail shrimp placed on a stick rather than freshly grilled seafood. The wagyu skewer lacked the quality and presentation expected from a fine dining establishment and honestly tasted more like beef stroganoff without noodles. I also ordered the lobster bisque, which was served lukewarm and tasted as though it came from a can. The Caesar salad with smoked trout was acceptable, but the trout resembled salmon more than smoked trout, and the dressing tasted bottled rather than house-made. What made the experience more frustrating was the lack of transparency regarding the menu prior to the event reservation. For a restaurant that strictly enforces reservations and cancellation fees, customers reasonably expect a much higher level of quality, preparation, and overall dining experience. Our server was kind, attentive, and did their best throughout the evening, so I truly appreciate their effort. However, much of the remaining staff appeared stressed, overwhelmed, and unwelcoming, which added to the uncomfortable atmosphere. Overall, the experience felt far from the fine dining experience being advertised. The drinks were honestly the only standout part of the evening. I also have to mention that the food we received looked nothing like the photos posted online and in Google reviews. It genuinely made us wonder if there was an issue in the kitchen this evening, because the quality and execution were nowhere near what was being represented publicly. I sincerely hope this feedback is taken constructively because there is a significant disconnect between the pricing, expectations, and actual dining experience being delivered. read more

This was a rare gem! A gem that we really enjoyed. Our hostess was the best. She quickly seated us and told us about the "Tuesday Half Price the Entire Menu" day. Our group had been studying the menu prior to our arrival. We enjoyed nearly every cocktail on the menu along with one of their "special shots in an animal head shot glass". There was a little "show" with almost every drink. Even though we had already eaten, we couldn't resist sampling a few snacks. Each snack was unique. The baked potato skins had a spinach artichoke topping and the dumplings had a cayenne dust. The mini pizza was just ok. The service was the highlight of our experience. Our server was always there to make sure we had everything we needed. We hope to visit again when we are in town. read more

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This college town has a hidden gem for parents and relatives of college kids. Our group was excited to try this speakeasy type lounge in the heart of downtown. Our host was very hardworking. She also served our drinks, took our food orders and even gave us some advice on nearby venues. I think our group tried most drinks on the Spring cocktail menu. On Tuesdays, everything on their drink a food menu is half off. So yes, we enjoyed everything from shots, interesting cocktails and a variety of snacks. read more

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I was highly impressed by this cocktail bar This is way above your typical college bar and great place for those looking for something higher end Be great for a date night Great drinks great service Must stop place for a ln actual good drink! read more

This place was such a cool culinary experience. I really liked the ambiance and services. The decor was quirky, cool, and funky...and the food was too. They have some of the coolest plating I have ever personally experienced. On top of my steak, which was cooked perfectly, was a duck fat candle. So cool! They really take pride in delivering a unique and super cool food experience. The bar experience was also spectacular. According to my server, the owner was the bartender that day and she was really good. I really really enjoyed the smoked old fashioned. It was my first time in Blacksburg so I didn't know what to expect, but this place blew me away. Nice Work, Twisted Liquid!! read more

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My daughter and I went to the football game and made this a stop prior to. This was our 3rd visit here. The atmosphere is quiet and laid back which is a nice change. The drinks are phenomenal and the staff are great! read more

This place is amazing. We live 1/2 mile from here and we just tried it for the first time. We will be back often. Incredible food and service. read more

Excellent personalized service, delightful cocktails, and creative, extremely delicious eats read more

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We had so much fun at the Bourbon and Blues night. We didn't have a reservation. Had a seat at the bar. Everything was over the top amazing. The pecan old fashioned is something I will think about for a long time. read more

Great time and experience. We enjoyed it so much, we told our friends to try it out. They enjoyed it as much as we did. They excel with their unique drinks. The ahi tuna, mussels and steak were all delicious. Highly recommend them. Their menu is small but well done. My husband tried the fire and blood cocktail. The presentation was impressive and the drink was tasty. We have tried several Blacksburg restaurants and this is the one we have enjoyed the most. read more

We stopped in for a cocktail and we're not disappointed! Drinks were delicious and the ambiance was amazing. Great little Blacksburg find! read more

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Not many vegan option available. The ambiance is great and good for Instagram. Staff was very nice but place is good for a fancy cocktail.

My husband and I went for date night last night and twisted liquid did not disappoint. I originally made reservations a two other establishments but canceled after reading their reviews. I saw the positive reviews for twisted liquid and was so excited we were able to get in. Anna served us and she was the best server I have ever had. The food was absolutely phenomenal. The drinks were so fun! The filet had an amazing seasoning and crust on it. The pork shank gave us all the feelings of comfort food at a five star establishment. We will definitely be back for our next date night! read more

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This is our second time visiting Twisted Liquid and we weren't disappointed. The ambiance is dark, classy, and kinda funky. The service was great! Our waiter was very attentive and helpful. And the food was excellent! We got the falafel and black and bleu small plates. The pork shank and fillet with mushroom ravioli for our mains. We devoured it all with gusto! The drinks are definitely unique and I loved mine. One of the cool things at this restaurant is that they offer a mocktail menu and notify you of which drinks have lower alcohol and which are more boozy. Plus, they indicate which drinks are more sweet or tart or bitter, since the combo of ingredients can be a bit overwhelming, I loved having all the details to make an informed decision. Awesome date night spot, but not too stuffy to bring our son to. He loved everything we fed him, too! read more

Incredible drinks, fantastic food, and nobody knows about it! Tech move in weekend and half the tables are empty. Crazy. Take advantage ! For little Blacksburg .. This place is the Bomb - a sanctuary of creative drinks and great food. read more

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My boyfriend and I stopped in here last night on a whim after dinner because we were passing by and thought it looked cool. It was incredible--he had the I Left My Wallet in El Segundo and I had the Hokie Colors, Tho and they were both delicious and beautiful cocktails! We tried the beef crostinis and the crème brûlée cheesecake and they were lovely and quick, even in the dinner rush. The bartenders were friendly and talkative, and we loved talking to them--Rachel was especially skilled. We will be back, and I'm so happy to have found such beautiful upscale dining in Blacksburg! read more

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Great drinks and a fun atmosphere. I came with my partner and parents and had a wonderful time. The drinks are a bit pricey so I'd recommend coming for one fun drink and then going elsewhere for additional drinks. The staff was super friendly and helpful. read more

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My wife and I had a wonderful evening. The cocktails are top notch, as was the food. Service felt very personal and added to a great experience. read more

Great spot/speakeasy for craft cocktails (wine and beer also available). We came here for drinks only but next time will come for dinner too. read more

Our waitress was sweet, the drinks were lovely--however the other waitress that came and told us to be quiet when we were laughing because she had a table eating dinner was ridiculous. She was rude, abrasive, and offensive. I have never been to a bar before where you get called out for laughing. We won't be back. read more

My wife and I were visiting Blacksburg and decided to try this place for food and drinks as it was new and we had not been here before. I like the place but it was very small. The tables were close together so when you were talking you were almost in everyone else's conversations to the menu has a lot of great choices on it so I was excited to try some different things. my wife got the crispy shallot rings which I did not like and she did not like, the shrimp dish that she got was good but it only came with two shrimp. The mystery drink box was really interesting. I found this to be really fun. Were you select the bottle out of the box they bring you and whatever drink is in there is what they bring you, overall I thought that the food was good and it was presented well. The only problem I had with it is I thought the prices were really expensive for what you're getting. I have been to much larger cities and been to places and gotten the same types of things for much less, I could be wrong, but if they're going to survive in Blacksburg, they're gonna have to come down on the prices based on the name I assume that they are trying to be an upscale bar but I was certain that the drinks were being used with bottom shelf liquor most higher in bars that I have been to. They do not use bottom shelf liquor for any other drinks they would either use middle shelf or top shelf only, I got a smoked old fashion because I can always judge a place on how well they do an old fashion like I said it was using bottom shelf liquor in it and the weird thing is is when they smoked it. It had a huge glass cover over top that they brought to the table, and when they brought it off of the drink and waved it around. It had so much smoke in there. It filled every table with smoke, and I could tell it was offensive to the other customers, The place has potential because the food is good but it's overpriced. The drinks need to be using better quality liquor for that kind of price that they're charging for them. read more

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