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4.4 (173 reviews)
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Kyle M.

First day of my work trip arriving in town. The hotel highly recommended visiting here. Sunday 7pm is quiet but I'm not upset. Bartender was friendly and knew his mixology well! I didn't order food but I'm sure it's delish! My drink was yummy and the decor is rustic and modern. I liked that the place felt clean too.

Ben F.

I've loved Velvet for years, at least the idea and aesthetic of it. Really well curated interior with a great ambiance. The owner is the only person I've felt good vibes from. The rest of the team, especially recently, have unfortunately always had frankly unwelcoming, bored, avoidant, unenthusiastic, dead expression attitudes no matter the time or stress level. I've even been in when zero customers were in the entire building and based on the sole interactions with the bar, or lack thereof, the magic gets leached away from the place. Without the bartenders, it's just an empty building after all. A welcoming attitude or some conversation is the warm hearth that brings cold travelers back over and over again; people remember how they feel. Then again, even when the place is packed with people, I don't feel any warmth or connection from anyone here. Maybe it's a sign of the times, maybe it's Bend in general. I'll keep trying and coming back nonetheless.

Great GiClee art prints on the wall in the upstairs lounge.
Randy A.

We are headed to velvet after having dinner a few blocks away. As you walk into the entrance, it gives you a very pleasant feel and reminds you of the old school snow cabins that you would see out in the mountains. The lighting and the colors helped to give a very laid-back atmosphere. It's a very small setting with upstairs and downstairs seating, we went on a Tuesday night and there is plenty of room for us (party of five). Most of the group ordered Old-fashions and I just wanted something a little bit more refreshing at the time so I ordered a Mojito. The drinks were great, and the bartender worked well with us. All in all this place had a great atmosphere great drinks. It was perfect for an after dinner kickback.

Gaby B.

I'm always sure to stop in whenever I find myself in Bend. The place is such a vibe, it is decorated amazingly. The cocktails and snacks are always delicious. Love that they showcase different local artist on a rotation. The music they place also compliments the aesthetic. A must try in Bend.

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Chris C.

Found this place on Yelp and it definitely has a good vibe to it. There is a bar located on the 1st and 2nd floor. Service was great and they several options on tap. We came on a Sunday when it wasn't busy and really enjoyed the atmosphere.

G&T and a beer, poured in a 400ml jar.
Robin S.

Small, somewhat tight spot downtown with a very chill ambiance. - Two levels with a bar in each. The upper level is slightly bigger (the space as well as the bar). The lower level seems like an overflow - the bar sometimes isn't even attended. Which is not a problem - you just go upstairs to get a drink. - Seating is eclectic, very much a lounge atmosphere, particularly upstairs where there are cushioned long seats. - Velvet has a full bar and offers specialty drinks along with the usual libations. Small beer tap list. - They have a limited menu although what they have is generally good. It changes, of course. This week they only had Jackaroo Aussie pies (apparently Velvet bought up the remaining inventory from Jackaroo, which is going out of business). Regular menu to resume after those are gone. - Fairly low-key music, although that might not always be the case, I don't know. - With the small space, it can get extremely crowded and in these days of covid, I won't go there during busy times. The servers can get overwhelmed with a packed house too. - With the small, probably crowded narrow space, and with the upstairs being the better level, I can't recommend Velvet for the mobility-challenged. A-OK; definitely a different sort of bar than most.

Gabrielle B.

One of the nicest bars in downtown Bend with amazing specialty cocktails. I would recommend going earlier because it gets super crowded in here. There is an upstairs and downstairs bar to order at and the inside has the best aesthetic. There are cool mirrors everywhere, wooden furniture, walls and floors, tons of plants, lamps and mood lighting. My all time favorite cocktail is the blue velvet which has vodka, Yerba matte, and blueberries. A lot of the cocktails almost taste like health elixirs with all of the unique and natural ingredients! They also make a mean Moscow mule.

The Blueberry Velvet drink has Oregon blueberries in it.  Light and sweet summer drink.
Jill T.

This is a hidden gem, it's small but has an eclectic, speakeasy sort of feel to it. They had interesting drinks, we tried the Blueberry Velvet which was refreshing, not too sweet and had Oregon blueberries in it. They had appetizers and sandwiches as well. The soft pretzel with cheese sounded good to me. Worth checking out if you're in Bend.

Wine and old fashioneds share the same glasses. No discrimination .
Brittany S.

Great bars and cocktails, elaborate selection. Jazz on a Thursday... Friendly staff and clientele. Went for 1 drink, stayed for 3!!

Henry And Kelly M.

Got a vermouth and cider which were both tasty. Bartender was very friendly. Vibes were nice, not too much seating of course but when we went it wasn't too busy so we didn't have an issue. We'll definitely be going back!

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Taylor M.

Hooooly cow, these drinks pack a punch! Our bartender pointed out the happy hour menu around and we went with the Blue Velvet. Sheesh! The vodka soaked blueberries were no joke, if you pick them out of your drink & pop a few in your mouth, it's like getting 2 drinks in one. Our bartender was friendly and attentive. We got a little tipsier than we had intended, curtesy of the "dangerberries" as we teasingly called them. All in all, it was a lovely experience in a super cute spot! We meandered around downtown then made our way back to Velvet later in the night. Our second visit was a bit shocking as our cozy cove had turned into a total rager- bouncer & all. It was by no means bad, just not my scene. If you're looking for a tasty drink & chill atmosphere, this is the spot if you come before 9! If you want some music & a jam packed spot with lots going on, show up later in the night & have some fun!

Whiskey sour
Charlie T.

A cool place to enjoy a cocktail indoors or outdoor. It has the nice vibe feel to it. The bartender is pretty good and quick in getting out the cocktails. I enjoyed the whiskey sour here. We had a good time sitting outside enjoying the nice weather.

Interior decor, cool vibe!

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A snazzy little place with good music! Get the Bubble of Trouble!

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Very cute. Seemed like a good meeting place. I liked the happy hour especially the bacon wrapped stuff mushrooms and the andouille skewers.

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Very cool vibe. Friendly service and great food and drinks. A little crowded and definitely not cheap, but worth it.

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Really yummy blue velvet, blueberry infused vodka, great happy hour with BLT sliders and pork tacos

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Thank you Sally, we love that you love our bar! Hope to see you soon.

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Awesome atmosphere and staff! Stopped by here when Robert Plant was in town, I'll definitely be back!

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