John W.
Yelp
This is a strict review of the bar, not the food - the restaurant part is separate.
When I go to the bar of a decent to upscale establishment- I expect the drinks to coincide (made properly). I mean, cocktails are all about the recipe and that includes presentation and using the right garnishes.
In this case, it is the Old Fashion, a classic, and it has to be made to spec :-).
It is a simple drink but has to be made as intended, what has made it an iconic drink. As you can see in the picture, I had to remove most of the ice cubes because it will water down the drink. An Old Fashion requires a large chunk of ice, usually spherical or cubed. This definitely is part of the presentation but it serves a practical purpose as well - it melts slowly and chills the drink (without over diluting it).
So, when prepared properly, one can enjoy the sips...taste the bourbon, bitters, touch of sweetness and if garnished properly, enjoy a hint of lemon or orange.
Now the service was great. The bartender was attentive and prompt. I did ask why they didn't serve it properly (with a large , single ice cubes/ball) and they (she asked another employee) replied, that's just how they serve it. The single, large ice is reserved for their signature margarita.
So if you don't care about the craft of cocktails, disregard this review. But for me, I just wanted to have a tasty drink and some guac, then order a meal to go - this won't be the spot when I'm in the mood for an Old Fashion. I'll try them again and check out that signature cocktail of theirs.
Because the drink got watered down quickly, I couldn't really enjoy it. Contrary to belief, drinking isn't always about getting drunk :-)