CrowBar

This is absolutely the best bar I can remember visiting. The drinks are perfect and obviously crafted with love. They have the best hello shots anywhere, looking exactly like deviled eggs. The service was perfect and the bisnce if the place is very special. Eye candy everywhere. I can't wait to see the vibe this summer with both St Paul brewery and crow bars patios open.

We visited CrowBar this Friday. It is absolutely worth a visit. Incredibly fun atmosphere with great “experimental” cocktails. The Heads Will Roll and Knock Knees both stood out to us. We will absolutely be back, the cities need more spots like this!

Unbelievable! Love this place... It feels like a fully realized vision after only a month of being open. Women owned, top tier curation. The space is playful, inviting, comfortable, and entertaining. The cocktails are thoughtful and delicious. Feel free to get outside your comfort zone with this menu. Pro tip: try the Heart Beet with some Rye Whiskey. And the Prix Fix is an amazing variation on an Old Fashion. P.s. the sound system is gorgeous to look at and listen to. And music feels both soothing and energizing.

Good but needs some work to be great. That said, they do serve the best Jell-O shot I’ve ever had (shaped and textured like a deviled egg) but tastes like a pina colada. Every drink I tried (and those I tasted from others) leaned very spirit forward which narrows the appeal. Personally, I found the decor to be overdone. The eclectic, maximalist style feels try hard at this point, like it exists mainly to be photographed and posted on TikTok. Pricing also felt mismatched with the vibe. Fifteen dollar cocktails don’t quite align with the back door dirty confessional energy. The biggest drawback for me is that I wouldn’t want to bring a group here. There aren’t enough options no real food, no beer and wine, no under-21 guests, and cocktails that are strong enough to be polarizing.

Great vibes. Delicious cocktails. Impeccable interior design. I recommend the Syble Vane (coffee Manhattan).

Lovely tasting room for the Voliere distillery. Yummy drinks and fun atmosphere. Owners Regina and Liza even stopped by our table to welcome us and chat

Could this be my new favorite cocktail spot? Probably. The space is fantastic with a mix of different furniture and seating options. It felt cozy yet spacious. The vibes were great (music, lighting, staff attentiveness). We LOVE that they are a 21+ establishment and enjoy that they truly embrace it. The drinks were amazing and fun. There is something for everyone even if you’re less adventurous, but you really should be adventurous here. Rumor has it their patio will be pup-friendly in the warmer months which I can’t wait to check out!

We had a wonderful time at CrowBar! We came at a pretty busy time but didn’t have too much trouble finding a spot, ended up making friends with the people next to us! So even if it’s crowded it’s still worth it! The vibe was great - beautifully decorated and had such an air of inclusivity. Loveeee the vinyl played! Drinks were great and experimental which I love! I had the Sybil Vane which is a funky milk punch, and my partner had the Heads will Roll which had a lovely balance of liquor and fruit flavor! Presentation was lovely as well! As I said they were really busy so it took a few minutes to get our drinks but it was absolutely worth the wait! The service was knowledgeable, kind, and attentive! I love having a great place right in Saint Paul! We will definitely be returning!

I don't normally post but this place is amazing. They've just opened and I've already been here six times. I can't find a single flaw. Every cocktail has been amazing and on point and I've been through them all. My favorite is actually a beet mocktail with Rye. I truly love this place.

Great team and awesome drinks. I have been back multiple times bringing different people. They spin great music and they really care. For only being open a week, they are doing something really special.

Saw a few early social media posts about this spot, and happen to FREQUENT the brewery next door, so we stopped in...and we found our FAVORITE place to drink in the Cities. Parking is a bit of a hot topic, but as of now, there is a lot near this spot where you can park. Once you enter the space, you are transported to an edgy, retro, thrift store of controlled chaos. It's easily one of the most fun spaces I've been to in a while! We took seats in what I'm calling the Crow's Nest, a slightly elevated set of tables. There are plenty of seating vibes to match your group's intentions, from comfy couches to hardtop tables. You absolutely can't miss the Confessional Room during your visit. The staff was tremendous! It was so fun to chat with them about how the space came to be, the fun features on the menu, and what we liked best! One of the owners even stopped by to make sure we had everything we needed. Now for the best part...the drinks! We sampled five different drinks during our visit and each was more unique and tasty than the last. I also appreciate that they put as much effort into their NA options as their cocktails. The winner for most unique goes to the Heart Beet with Rye Whiskey. You could NEVER get me to order a Beet cocktail without some heavy coaxing and after some strong recommendations from staff, I can say that I was so wrong...it was absolutely delish! I can't wait to run back to this spot and try another five. A must-stop visit for cocktail or mocktail enthusiasts in the Cities.

NEW DISTILLERY/COCKTAIL BAR ALERT @crowbar_hammstown is less than a month old and I had a stellar experience there with @lookuplove Co-owners Liza Sterletzke and Regina Clapp purchased the former 11 Wells Distillery right next to @stpaulbrewing and transformed it into a beautiful space that will be sure to create memories for anyone who steps inside! By purchasing 11 Wells, they acquired their whiskey barrels and make their own spirits (vodka, gin, rum) under the new label of @volierespirits Distilling is led by Seth Reid! The cocktail bar has so many different unique decor items, I had a blast just wandering around. Be sure to check out the "confessional" room! They put an emphasis on having quality N/A cocktails available and I was quite impressed with the selection! (Hint: you can get a recommended spirit to put in one of the NA options if you'd like). Drinks: -Heads Will Roll: Blackberry-Infused Voliere Gin, Voliere Gin, Voliere Sky Blue liqueur, blackberry, lime, charred rosemary -N/A Hello, Basil: Clementine, lime, lemon grass, thai basil, champagne vinegar, soda (I asked for a spirit recommendation and bartender Riley suggested Gin. Thanks Riley!) - (Bird Bath) Yes, it's served in an egg glass and lights on fire :) Voliere dark rum, allspice, mango, tamarind, toasted oat or heat, lime, - Devil's Egg (shot) Voliere white rum, mango, sweet coconut cream, passion fruit creme, patisserie, persian lime. A shout out to bartender Shannon as well! What a wonderful time here! I can't wait to head back in! Crow Bar plans on getting a food menu, but people can order food from St Paul Brewing just across the parking lot. They are open Wednesday through Saturday! Cheers friends @visitsaintpaul #crowbar #cocktail #voliere #stpaul

I was ready to give this place 5 stars before I even got a drink because the aesthetic was so cool. Eclectic, modern but also historic, and if you're paying attention, a sense of humor. Thankfully, the drinks were phenomenal so I could give this place the 5 it deserves. The drinks here are so unique, and SO good. The fun thing about CrowBar is they're not afraid to experiment with flavors and the result is a cocktail menu you're not going to find anywhere else. Think savory, spicy, sweet, earthy... but with a twist. I highly recommend the Scarlet Witch. It's unlike anything you've ever had. Also, the deviled eggs are cocktails. I swear, it's on the drink menu. It's like a Jell-O shot, but way cooler. Definitely get one or two. It's not often I find a place where I want to try every drink on the menu, but I want to try every drink on the menu. I can't wait to come back! Also - please please please keep the 21+ policy. I work with kids all day and it's nice to have a place where I can just be around other adults. There are plenty of kid and family friendly places, it's rare to find an adults only spot. Thanks for the little haven!

Checked out this new cocktail bar in Saint Paul! They use Voliere spirits. It is located right by St. Paul brewery parking lot. They did a great job with interior design where you can sit on high top tables, low tops tables, comfy couches or at the bar. The decor is super eclectic with fun lights, sculptures, and old school, beer cans hidden around the space. They do not take any reservations and you seat yourself. A server comes to get your order. Being so new, everything went very smoothly for us. They play great music and it was a very relaxing night. We ordered the prix fixe and bird bath. The birdbath comes with a fun fire trick when they serve it. Both were very yummy drinks! Definitely a must try!

They did a great job reviving a portion of the old Hamms brewery into a fun relaxing cocktail bar. The space has really nice exposed bricks, a smaller bar and tons of unique seating. The drinks were really good. Ended up getting the bird bath, which was a riff on a Mai Tai with a fun presentation. Look forward to coming back in the summer to also experience the large (dog friendly) patio!

Saw this place on tv, looked like a fun place to go for drinks. One drink menu for four people, with and without alcohol. Around $15 with and $8 without, No beer. Not good. Funny because it was the Hamms brewery. The staff was very nice. Brought us water and disappeared. We just got tired of waiting for service, and left. This was my experience. But if you want to hangout and have lots of time and patience this might be your kind of place.