The Whiskey Bar

What a beautiful bar! We were visiting Cleveland and stumbled upon this place. We had the best service. Cassie and Anita were so welcoming and knowledgeable. The drinks were amazing and the whiskey selection was impressive. We will definitely check it out every time we visit Cleveland... next time to eat.

Amazing experience! My fiancée and I were walking by, saw the open door, and decided to pop in. We ended up spending our entire afternoon and evening here talking with the owner and having plenty of new and delicious drinks. Reasonably priced, great atmosphere, excellent whiskey selection, and a superb owner!

Visiting Cleveland for a Tigers game and so happy we found this place! We began our trip here and made sure we stopped in on our last night. The bartenders were so wonderful to talk to, knowledgeable, funny and had great recommendations for our weekend. Love the atmosphere, the old fashioned is made on another level, the best! We also enjoyed the Cosmos! Thank you, we truly had an amazing trip!!

Great whiskey selection. Loved the Wednesday night customized flights. Bar tender was very knowledgeable and offered good suggestions. Atmosphere was very relaxed.

I came here with my husband to enjoy some cocktails and a charcuterie board. The atmosphere was okay, though the art is a little tacky. The service was friendly but the gin martini was one of the worst I’ve ever had. The bartender added tons of crushed ice to the tumbler which really watered it down, and then only poured about 2/3 of the drink into the glass, leaving the rest in the tumbler with melting ice. When my martini was nearly finished, the bartender swooped back in to add the remainder of the tumbler to my glass, watering it down even further. I was so astonished I didn’t even know what to say. The stainless steel martini glasses are not nice to drink from, either- ugly, uncomfortable, and bad tasting. The charcuterie board was also disappointing, with sticks of orange cheddar, a little salami, dried apricots, and jarred green olives. Each component was the most basic supermarket version, very uninspiring and very overpriced at $25.

An impressive wall of whiskey (whisky) greets you as you enter. I enjoyed a flight of three shots. I received an education and a great set of shots. The server presented a wonderful description of whiskeys. He guided me through the my flights, with a nice palate cleanser in-between. There are two levels, so plenty of room to enjoy an evening of whiskey and conversation with friends. A hidden gem in Cleveland. Check it out.

A very nice and clean bar with a vast collection of good drinks! Ended up just ordering from the menu to for my first visit. Started off with a Kentucky Mule, moved on to an Old Fashioned, and then had to reminisce so I ordered another mule. The staff was amazing and they knew their stuff pretty well. One of them helped out a friend pick out some pours as she didn't know what to order. She ended up liking all 3 recommendations! I wish there was more seating in this place.

Love this spot. Staff are so professional and knowledgeable about the liquor. Place is clean and trendy. Their French 75 is amazing. Highly recommend.

Perfect vibe in this place. The server is attentive and personable. They have an amazing selection. Come visit! They need customers. We don't want to lose these local small businesses.

This is a fun oasis on Coventry. You walk in and you feel a little like you have stepped into the past, but with high end drinks and service. The staff is on point with the pours and the knowledge of different drinks you can try when it comes to whiskey. But there are some more familiar dark and stormys and mojito type drinks if someone you bring isn't into the main theme of drinks. Hard to go home unhappy. The cost of drinks are a little higher then some other places, but you get an experience and higher end service you won't find at very many places. To me, it's worth the difference and I find I tip the staff more than I usually might as they are worth it. Excellent service. So if you are taking someone out and don't want to risk making a bad impression, and a hip bar is what you are looking for, check this place out!

The whiskey bar is a hole in the wall neighborhood bar that I've been meaning to check out forever. They have a large selection of whiskey and bourbon as the name implies, but also a smaller menu of cocktails with other spirits. The cocktails are reasonably priced, ranging from $10-$15, and the whiskeys have a large price range, ranging from $5-$350. If you are curious about trying different whiskeys, you can also get a flight, when you get 3 half pours of whiskey at half price each. It's definitely a small and intimate place, with a pretty tight seating, though they do have a downstairs area, though I'm not sure when it's open. Please keep in mind that this place does not have food, so don't come too hungry. They do provide you with some bar snacks, which for me were pretzel chips and chocolate covered almonds. I do think they have a cheese board on the menu for around $25, though I personally did not try it. The service was excellent, and the bartenders are knowledgeable and willing to help you with your drink selection.

Plenty of great options and a very casual atmosphere! I had the French 75 which was delicious and not too strong. They give complimentary pretzels and chocolate covered almonds to munch on The ambiance inside is dark and gloomy in a cool way but the bathroom does stairs could use some work. The toilet seat has broken in half and sits next to the toilet.

I love the idea of this place. They have their whiskeys and other liquors organized by price. And the 3 for 25 or 3 for 30 sample is a heck of a deal as they serve you some rather good liquors at a fantastic price point. I think of myself as a whiskeyphile and there were many I hadn't tasted before. Don't know a thing about whiskey? That's ok. The staff is glad to help. Loved this place and will be back the next time I go to Cleveland.

Who wants all the whiskey served up in style with all the explanations of the how and the who? If you do, this tiny bar in the historic Coventry neighborhood is just the spot. Nice for a date night or hanging with your BFFs. Get one pour or a flight. Not a sipper, not a problem. They have a nice selection of cocktails to choose from. They offer a small snack for free but don't let that stop you from getting a beautiful cheese board. The service is on point. The selection is huge. The place is quaint. Wednesday's is half price pours. They also have a cute patio for when you want to sip and stair in the fresh air.

This place is absolutely a hidden gem in Cleveland! Absolutely stellar selection of all manner of whiskey/whisky/scotch/some bourbon. It is tucked away and the sign is just dark lettering on a dark awning so it is easy to miss. The owner, Jay Novak, is a Bosnian immigrant who owns the place with his wife. We did not know this at the time. He gave our group of three a personal tasting session while answering our many questions about this or that bottle. He was up front about not knowing something when he didn't. We tried a fantastic variety of peaty, smoky whiskey, Japanese whisky, and more. At one point they even brought us cheese and crackers to help cleanse the palate! We all had a first rate time and I can't wait to go back to try more.

Noè (Noah) is an exceptional barkeep, he was able to curate the experience to the point that he's turned me into a person that avoids whiskey to an advocate. He gave very personal service while never taking his eye off his other customers. At a full bar he made me feel like I was the only customer. The whiskey selection is excellent as expected. I've watched a lot of documentaries about the distilling process for a variety of whiskeys, scotches, Bourbons, but I learned more practical information in five minutes from him. Overall an excellent experience. I recommend Buffalo Trace.

The place is a gem. I can't say enough good things about it. The bartenders and owners know so much, this is the drinking experience I love. We have a good conversation, some history on the bottles and perfect recommendations. The bar is beautiful, perfect amount of room, and the atmosphere is friendly. I've talked to perfect strangers about what they like and drink, it's great. I wish this place was closer to where I lived. The price is extremely reasonable and far cheaper than most places I have gone. Their selection is top notch and it gives me a chance to try a rare bottle that I would not otherwise find. Everyone needs to go and support this place.

Cool spot but bartender with little man bun is super rude. Ambiance is tiny and divey. Won't go back. Good service is hrs to find and this guy certainly doesn't have it. Skip it, explore down the street.

A great couples night! Learned more about whiskey! Great staff! Good drinks! Awesome tasting!

Do yourself a favor and avoid this place. There are better bars around, but it would make just as much sense to take the money you've saved and start your own whiskey collection. I live in Connecticut, so I'm no stranger to pretense, but this guy surprised even me. I noticed that there was a bottle of Old Forester Birthday Bourbon on the shelf, and I recommended it to a colleague because *I have some at home* and like it. The owner looked us up and down and said that my colleague probably wouldn't want it, as it is a $100/oz pour. He then went on to give excuses as to why it was that expensive (hard to get, rarely in Ohio, etc), assuming, I guess, that we knew nothing. He then recommended a couple cheaper options for which he'd let a stingy pour go for around $50 (all retailing for around $50/bottle). My colleague decided on something significantly cheaper that he knows and likes. The owner sighed and asked how he wanted it, and my colleague replied that he finds that a splash of water usually opens it up. The owner replied that "if you want a splash, you won't get it from me." Lovely. I ordered a cocktail, as did another colleague. When we asked what specifically was in them, he told my colleague that he used Jameson's "because you probably wouldn't know the difference with a 'good' whiskey" and told me that I wouldn't know the vermouths because they are rare and expensive (or something to that effect). I pushed, and as I expected, they are exactly what is sitting on my shelf at home. To top things off, we were charged more for both cocktails than the advertised menu price. Had we asked for (or even just *gotten*) "better" alcohol, maybe that could be justified, but he specifically said that he used "the cheap stuff" because my colleague wouldn't know better. I don't know why anyone would treat people that way. Even if we didn't know anything (or maybe *especially* if we didn't), that would be unacceptable.

There is something so intimate about this place. It's a small bar off the corner of Coventry and Euclid Heights, tucked next to Chipotle. As soon as you walk in, you see the wall of alcohol that looks like a piece of art itself. They have a small menu of drinks, if you want but you could try a flight of different whiskeys (minimum of three). My friend was able to work with the bartender with how much she wanted to spend and had him choose a few different types for her to try for her flight. I actually got the Sazerac because I had NOLA on my mind at the time. The Whiskey Bar has a downstairs/"speakeasy" area where they typically have live music on Friday and Saturday nights. We were there on a Friday night, but we didn't hear music at the time. They ended up giving us a small plate of meat and cheese on the house, so we were pleasantly surprised by the hospitality. This is a great place a more intimate experience and a chance to try a variety of whiskeys that you may have never thought about. I'm definitely coming back here to check out the live music downstairs one night.

Everything about this place is very nice. The lighting is a little dim but they have lightes menues . Awesome.

An impressive wall of whiskey (whisky) greets you as you enter. I enjoyed a flight of three shots. I received an education and a great set of shots. The server presented a wonderful description of whiskeys. He guided me through the my flights, with a nice palate cleanser in-between. There are two levels, so plenty of room to enjoy an evening of whiskey and conversation with friends. A hidden gem in Cleveland. Check it out.

Cool little place. I will return to check out the down stairs speakeasy. If you can't find a whiskey here then you don't know whisky. Cosy atmosphere, live music and knowledgeable server. Prices are affordable and appropriate for the selection.

The ñame describes what it is, exactly. They don't really have food or a wide variety of non-alcoholic beverages. The have two floors both with well stocked bars of a larger variety of whiskey and bourbon. The staff is kind, knowledgeable and helpful when it comes to tasting or trying the new whiskeys. The prices are comparable to other whiskey bars, it all depends on what you order. Sometimes they have live music, great for relaxing and sipping, tasting and talking with friends or a date. If you haven't been, give it a try. I'm sure you won't regret it.

This bar is scoring highly due to the sheer selection of whiskeys, bourbons, and ryes that they have on-site. The wall of liquor is a sight to behold. We ordered our standards - sazerac and a manhattan, and both were delicious and I thought fairly priced for a bourbon bar. We asked the bartender to pick the spirit for us and he did a great job and stayed within the listed price on the menu. I also appreciated the free finger foods that came along with the drinks. I guess the reason that I'm deducting a star is that we were there at 8pm on a Saturday and the place was empty. We were the only customers. That's not a fault of the bar per se, but it creates a weird vibe when you're the only ones there. It was also disappointing that we did not therefore have spot-on service (we had to wait awkwardly to pay our tab). We also didn't know there was a downstairs. I think we'll be back but we'll do a walk-by to see if there are others inside first.

So this is a very interesting spot. I'll start by saying why I took away a star. The primary issue that I had is that I felt the owner was just making up prices as he went. There are maybe 6 mixed drinks on the menu that range from about $10-$12. The owner offered to make me a custom drink nothing too fancy and it ended up costing me $25....yikes. On top of that, it was only "okay". This was our second round of drinks. Our first was a flight of 3 different whiskeys and I had a mixed drink on the side. The flight was $50 and my custom mixed drink was $12, with a 20% tip we paid a little more than $70, which was reasonable based on the whiskeys we chose. That's why the $25 mixed drink seemed like a made up price. Overall the space is very cozy with about 10 to 12 seats. I did not visit the downstairs bar where there was suppose to be live music. However, we heard Kanye West playing through the floor, so I'm not sure how " live" it was and it definitely was not speakeasy. Some reviews complained about the attitude of the owner...I could see it. Even though our experience besides the making up of prices, was really pleasant. There was another guy behind the bar who was very hospitable. Our drinks were served with a variety of finger foods that helped to bring out the flavor of the whiskey. All in all, we had a really good time. However, I honestly doubt I'll go back. There's something off-putting when you feel you've been overcharged just because. Now, that doesn't mean I wouldn't recommend it, just be sure to ask about the prices if you are offered a custom drink.

Amazing bourbon and whiskey selection in a cozy environment! Highly recommend. Definitely the best bourbon bar I have been to in Cleveland.

Great experience. Bartenders are versed on drinks and recommended excellent drinks. The poplar drinks are well mixed and well balanced! The old fashion was my favorite. Great seating and space. The outdoor patio is great to allow dogs (as long as they are behaved)! Management is also top shelf.

Ok...so we're new to town and read the reviews below and we were skeptical. Ignore EVERY bad review below. We stopped on a Wednesday and the manager, Mari, was fucking fabulous. All the bad reviews seem to include the previous manager who's gone. Their drinks are great, the ambiance is killer, and the people are nice. If you want jack and coke, go to Panini's. This is where you get a signature drink that you can't get anywhere else.

My wife and I love this place! The atmosphere is really cool and there is an amazing selection of whiskey. The bartender really new her stuff and was able to answer a ton of questions about whiskey and even tell us a lot about the neighborhood!

Great place to hang out with friends...small intimate bar..live music...great cocktails...

This place is small and a bit aloof for the neighborhood. It does have an amazing whiskey selection. The bartender's (owner's) behavior is a bit off putting in that he does not seem to understand that craft cocktails are as much about the likability of the purveyor of the cocktail as they are about the alcohol; nobody wants to buy and drink a cocktail from a villain. He had a very condescending attitude towards my drink of choice for the evening; why stock it if you don't think people should drink it? Go once to say you have been. Maybe your experience will be different than mine, but I doubt it. Then remember, there are more inviting places in Cleveland Heights with more sociable, likable and talented bartenders. I recommend The Fairmount and Nighttown. And, I have high hopes for Parnell's in its new location. As for The Whiskey Bar, it has a long way to go before it matches service with its amazing selection so, I can only give 1 star!

We stopped in before a show at the Grog shop, what an awesome place. Decor is modern and fashionable, and the whiskey was a plenty. Our bartender who's name I can't remember was amazing with a huge knowledge of all the whiskeys, I fancy myself as a whiskey wizard but feel I met the Jedi today. Can't wait to go back

Coventry just became my favorite place in Cleveland. I had heard about the Whiskey Bar... a secluded, more niche place to go in Coventry, for those seeking a darker place to refine your palate. We decided to have a quiet Saturday evening here because we wanted to fill our sinuses with peat and have dreams of Islay aromas. The staff is extensively knowledgeable about not only whiskeys, but spirits in general. It seems there is a story behind every bottle and every pour. We even got a tour of the speakeasy downstairs (which looks great for private events)! This place is fantastic. As you sit here, sets of one or two people will trickle in to have an unparalleled whiskey cocktail or sample one of the hundreds of amazing whiskey this place carries. If you've been to a whiskey bar before, this place holds true to the theme. Live music on Saturdays set to the mood of Iron & Wine make this place the truest place to unwind before the week begins again. I will be returning on a Wednesday to try their flight specials, undoubtedly. They had so many unique Islay whiskeys, I foresee myself becoming a regular!

Although I know little to nothing about whiskey ....this place has a seriously cool vibe. Went in on a Friday night with some girls and chilled in the basement bar while listening to the Chris Isaakish sounds of the small band. Had a truly delicious whiskey sour, the best I've ever had. Will definitely be back

I have been here twice now and was blown away by their selection. The manager (Mari) was great. She had an excellent knowledge of the whiskey and even helped us choose our flights. Both myself a friend who was with me are newer to Whiskey tasting and were unsure of ourselves. Mari truly helped educate us on each taste as well as the story behind each respective whiskey. I highly recommend this place!

Great selection of whiskey and super friendly staff 10/10 would recommend to a friend

Nice atmosphere and great whiskey selection. Excellent service as well. I'm looking forward to my next visit!

Love this place!!! There's no other place like this in Cleveland. It's hard to find a nice whiskey spot. It's very cozy and welcoming. The owner of the bar is very friendly and has a nice band that will play love music. They will actually be playing at my wedding!!

I think this place has the potential to be awesome. I went hoping that I could see the downstairs bar, with music being played. When I got there, only the upstairs bar was open. It is quite lovely inside. As many whiskeys to choose from as I could ever wish for. However, the man who served us was rude more than once. I felt belittled for choosing the less expensive of two whiskeys. When we asked if they would be serving food his answer was, "Does it look like we are serving food?" And finally, when I mentioned a friend we might have in common he only rolled his eyes. I would only think about going back if I knew that the downstairs lounge was open and music was being played. I hear that the musicians are awesome.

This place is incredible! Mari (owner) knows what she's talking about. She answered every question we had with courtesy and professionalism. She knows the histories and stories behind the whiskey and will certainly point you in the right direction. I am new to the whiskey tasting scene and was blown away by this place! The selection between rye and bourbon is immense! Hundreds of bottles and exceptional tasting at that. They pride themselves on having a selection you won't likely find elsewhere. Definitely will be back and would highly recommend.

Upon walking in, I had high hopes for this place. The wall of whiskey that greets you is impressive. My go to drink is an Old Fashioned. They clearly are using homemade bitters, which were so overpowering poured with such a heavy hand that all I tasted was spices. Further it completely changed the color of the drink. On top of the underwhelming drink, it was so hot. They need to use their AC! It was * outside and that was cool compared to inside. We would have stayed for a second round but it was too hot!

Total bust! I had high hopes for this bar, given their Facebook ads and glowing reviews. The bar was a little hard to find given that it wasn't on the main strip. Once my friend and I arrived, I was hesitant to go in because of how small it was, until I saw the liquor on the wall, I thought it was a barbershop. Despite my hesitation, I still entered the bar which had about seven customers in it, which looked almost full due to the size. After taking a seat at the bar we are greeted by a male bartender who immediately asked for IDs. Being in my early 20s this happens a lot, so that was no problem. Once I gave it to him, he proceeded to inspect the ID, even bending it (never once looking at me for comparison) for about three minutes. I thought this is rather strange since I've never had anyone inspect my ID in such a way, not even a police officer. It is the 2018 new ID which can substitute for a passport when crossing the border. He eventually return my ID and then proceeded to inspect my friend's REAL Nebraska ID for 5 more minutes. During the second inspection, I realize that this was probably not about the ID and more about not wanting to serve us. My friend and I left after he returned her ID. Such a shame, I would've love to try the signature cocktails of this bar, given that is a local establishment. Instead, I drove to Pinecrest where we tipped another lackluster server $28 on our $92 bill. As someone in the industry, I realize how important it is to make your guests feel welcome, this bartender did the exact opposite.

it's amazing. Great drinks, people, and service. Perfect for an easy going night out with friends or a date.

Great service! Great atmosphere! Very accommodating. Around 400 diff whiskeys! Great place to bring a date. Very knowledgeable!

Went with a bunch of friends and the owner tried to over charge us for drinks. We also told him that one of us was the dd that night and he said we couldn't stay if everyone didn't order a drink-"this isn't a park, you can't just sit here". Overall staff was rude and would not recommend

We live in the neighborhood and walked in on a whim. The inside is decorated really nicely and had some interesting local artwork on the walls that are also for sale. Cocktails are expensive, but it's part of the experience. Drinks were made well and presented nicely. The downstairs bar was even cooler, more intimate and similar to La Cave next door in that it felt like it had been there 100 years and had an element of secrecy to it. Drinks were similar downstairs. Every Friday they have a guy singing in there who is unbelievable. FYI they do have Heineken and Stella on hand for beer drinkers in addition to all the whiskey.

Nice bar with delicious cocktails and a pleasant atmosphere. However, their cocktail menu has prices listed at $12, but they charged me $15.

Nowhere can I get a real dry MANHATTAN! Although a confirmed martini drinker, they have made for me a dry Manhattan that is really good. kinda makes me think martini but certainly is not!

I've never been a fan of overpaying for haughtiness. Still not a fan. The owner comes off poorly in the odd flight/mixed drink overcharge scenario. This is all to say, though, that the ambiance created does not justify the cost. The only reason to pay ~20-30x what the equivalent amount of whisky would cost at your home is for atmosphere. Frankly, the place isn't 20-30x better than a nice chair or couch in your home. I'd suggest you find value elsewhere.

Fantastic bar, a little quirky and very intimate. Jimmie Hendrix, Queen, David Bowie and the rest of the "greats" played in the background. The owner/bartender made us custom cocktails based on our tastes. Drinks were carefully made and delicious. We will definitely be going back and will be bringing friends!

I really enjoyed this bar it has a great whisky selection, amazing cocktails free cheese plates, nice atmosphere and there's live music in the downstairs bar. I definitely recommend this place

I love this place! The food is amazing. The drinks are creative and good. Great place to bring your family. Highly recommend this place ;)