The Spotted Owl (Tremont)

This was our first time and it definitely won't be our last. We sat inside and fell in love with the atmosphere. Dark but not too dark, ambient lighting, good music, neat artifacts and decor (with nods to Twin Peaks and Stranger Things). Right on! Our bartender, Cassie, was lovely and walked us through our beverage choices. There are a few choices of beer on tap, a menu of drinks to choose from and a section of the 'menu' where you can tell them what you are looking for in terms of flavor, type of liquor, etc and they can make something based on your preferences. The hubby ordered a sazerac and I was pleasantly surprised with a gin drink called a gimlet. Both of our bevvies tasted so good. We could have stayed for hours. Maybe next time! Thank you for being so cool, Spotted Owl!

Heard this place closed down so went to go check out reviews. Saw many pointing out service being bad and a few that called out that the cocktails were overpriced for quality. But I wanted to make a review explicitly for people looking for adventurous cocktails or some sort of sophisticated tastes. Everything i have tasted here has been completely one dimensional or a confused mess. Drinks with almost a whole mint plant in the glass and an old fashioned that tasted like molasses come to mind. Also: we came in towards closing (more than an hour away, tho) the last time i was here and the staff legitimately was angry with our group, took over an hour to get us our orders. This place relies on pretentious tastes with no substance

An intimate spot for well-crafted, imaginative cocktails. The process of choosing a cocktail based on your taste or mood was lots of fun and by no means required. Everyone in our party enjoyed their drinks. Definitely worth a stop after a dinner in Tremont.

Built in the 1800’s but now converted to a hip lounge, The Spotted Owl is a unique combination of the new and old. Using the original rustic brick and hardwood decor, it is hard to find but a great find to experience. (All pictures taken today.) The manager who just won the “Best of Ohio” Manhattan and will be competing nationally next.

I was nervous to come here because of other reviews, but I had a good time. The service was good and I didn't wait long for my drinks at all. I told them what I liked and ended up with a Manhattan, which is my usual drink at my usual place...which was kind of disappointing but I guess they felt me out well! I liked the Atmosphere, and the music was not too loud for a conversation which is a huge plus for me. The house punch was really good and cost only half as much as a regular cocktail.

Top notch cocktail bar that I love showing off to friends and visitors. They will never disappoint with the cocktails and we love the vibe. I cant remember how we found this place but it's a true gem and they are masterful mixologists. Both pics are from the mood wheel which always amazes our group.

Mixed feelings of this place. I got the drink The Jeweled Knight. It was delicious. On the other hand, my husband got a drink made with scotch and clarified milk, it was gross. To me, this place comes off as trying as a little too hard. I think they're going for a speak easy feel but haven't quite hit the mark. I also didn't like how none of their liquor was displayed. Everything was hidden under the counter.

Menu is unusual, but clever. No one ever told me what I ended up drinking. I chose "reflect" and "classic" from the menu. I think it was a vodka gimlet. Very loud, could barely hear music. Could be a fun date place -- dim, romantic ambiance.