We ate dinner with friends here recently. The service was top-notch. The food was not only…read moredelicious, but the presentation was beautiful. We all ordered stacked beet salad. If you like beets, this is a definite salad that you need to order and it's easily shareable. Three people at our table also ordered the flat iron steak, which was so tender they didn't even need a knife to cut it. We will definitely be returning in the future.

We stopped in for some apps before seeing a show, and everything was great! We had the loaded fries…read moreand they were very unique and delicious, and the drinks were also all delicious! The server was nice and quick, and everything came out hot and quick. Pricing was a little high, and the restaurant was very busy and loud, but that's to be expected on a weekend! Definitely would go back to try more of the menu!

Love this place! Came upon it as I was walking through downtown Ashland and it had a nice looking…read moreinterior with high ceilings. A happy hour menu was posted in the window-from 4-5pm every day of the week. We got in during happy hour and were able to score one of the few outdoor creekside tables. It was super pleasant to be able to sit outside and hear the creek while eating delicious food. Ordered the house made blackberry soda-pretty good. Also had the happy hour fried chicken and hh burger, as well as the scallops off of the main menu. The burger was thick and juicy. My kids and husband said the fries were some of the best they've had-crispy exterior and soft interior. Fried chicken had a light crispy coating on the outside and the honey Aleppo mixture was great, though son said it could've used a little more salt. My scallops were some of the best scallops I've ever had before--so well cooked and perfectly seasoned and with these thinly sliced snap peas that were just barely blanched that added texture and freshness to the dish. For dessert I had the olive oil cake with fresh berries--so delicious and perfect way to top off the meal. Service was pretty good. Would def be back!

I'm saddened. I've…read moreworked in restaurants my entire adult life. As a chef at two James Beard-winning restaurants, a server, owner, and consultant, I have dedicated my life to the food industry and the people within it. I'm from Ashland, and I was so happy when places like this started showing up in my hometown. Good food and atmosphere can be so hard to find. Coming home to Ashland can be a true oasis for my family. My wife and I have made it our life's mission to make our daughter feel equal and included. Our daughter was born with a rare condition called AMC and does not have normal function in any of her limbs. She currently spends 3-4 days a week in physical therapy to continue building strength so her body and organs can function properly. We were visiting family at the park and suggested stopping in for a beverage and snacks to escape the heat after a long day. We typically plan everything ahead to ensure wherever we go can accommodate my daughter's wheelchair and needs. When we arrived, we thought, "Wow, perfect, she can wheel right in and up to one of the many open tables." Once we were "greeted" by the host, I realized we were not who she wanted to deal with. Three kids, three adults, a stroller, and a wheelchair. She looked like she wanted nothing to do with us, like we were dirt on her shoe. "No reservation," she said. I replied, "Yeah, so sorry, we figured since it was a Monday night right when you opened, and there were only two two-tops seated, we could probably find somewhere to sit." I reassured her we would not stay long enough to impact reservations at the larger front tables, which usually have reserved markers on them but did not at the time. We could all feel that she didn't want to seat us, and we left despite me practically begging to make something work for us, because I know she could have if she wanted to. Being from the industry, I understand what kids can do to an atmosphere, and I know a lot of restaurant workers don't enjoy dealing with other people's children. But when we went outside and my daughter cried and said, "They didn't want me there" So I loaded my daughter's wheelchair back into the car so I could carry her up the stairs at Brickroom, where one employee was working the entire place and took amazing care of us, I might add. We resorted to a booster seat for my daughter since she couldn't use her wheelchair there. She ended up falling out of the seat and slamming onto the hardwood floor. She cried and was embarrassed. The young man tending bar while also waiting every table rushed over with a bag of ice to comfort her. It was honestly touching how kind he was. When we left Brickroom, we had spent more time there than we originally intended to spend at Bar Juliet. As we walked back by Bar Juliet, we noticed the restaurant was still only about half full, and one of the large front tables had remained open the entire time from around 4:10 until 5:40 when we walked by again. I had to stop and ask the host why she couldn't have seated us considering that table never filled. Her only explanation was, "Our kitchen is slow getting food out." Such an incredibly weak excuse. I hope she understands she was wrong and that she made my daughter feel unwanted simply because accommodating us wasn't convenient for her. I have never left a review in my life, but I was so saddened and disgusted by this experience that I felt I had to.

Had drinks there last night before dinner with my bestie. Romeo was at the bar. He was very…read morefriendly and knowledgeable. Made me the best martini with the perfect amount of ice crystals, then made me a lovely Gin &Tonic. I'd also recommend the steak skewers if ya need a little something to snack on.

Came in for a drink with three other friends. We are not familiar with the area at all. Decided to…read morestop in Ashland on the way back to the bay. The male bartender was not the vibe. I actually felt bad for the female bartender as he was being a lot and kind of bossing her around when she was doing her job and actually was just confusing her. The DJ for the night was good. The drinks were overpriced for the place. I would have gabbed more drinks but didn't feel welcome in this place. I ordered the manhattan. It was okay. We also ordered different old fashioned. Only the walnut old fashioned was well balanced. I unfortunately wouldn't recommend.

Showed up in Ashland on a Monday Was looking for live music…read moreLocal sent me to Martino's On jazz nights the place is packed from 7-9 pm so make a reservation Tiny joint... 12 tables many 2 tops and 12 seats at bar. One of original places of Ashland I understand Service was amazing even though we were just drinking Food smelled and looked amazing and plenty of it Will be going back

PRO Food and service was fantastic. It was a stone's throw…read morefrom the venue. CON it was very loud in there. There were a couple of larger groups that seemed to think their conversations had to be yelled at each other. I don't know if it was the shape or size of the space, but it was very difficult to hold a conversation. Waiters/management should've asked them to lower their voices.

This restaurant has a great vibe, situated in an old home. The food is great, we've been there…read moremultiple times and always loved our meals. The service is good, we've been there with our family and with a large group, and they have always been very patient and friendly. Alchemy is in my top 3 favorite places for a dressy dinner when we are visiting Ashland. The only slightly negative thing I have to say is that we were there celebrating a birthday once and at the end of the meal our server brought out a candle on a small, flat ceramic dish. The birthday girl's comment was, "You just spent $300 on dinner and all they brought me for my birthday was a candle?" It seemed a little chintzy since most places will give you an actual dessert, not just a candle, but at least they brought a candle. Other than that tiny little thing, we still love to eat here and will be back when visiting in the future.

Truly some of the best meals of our lives here! The food is exquisite (especially the duck confit)…read moreand the staff are so friendly, attentive, and knowledgeable. We especially appreciated our lovely server Molly who went out of her way to accommodate us. A must for us when we visit Ashland.

Arrived late night in Ashland and good choices were minimal. Thankful that Creekside was open. We…read moreordered a cheese pizza and vegetarian pizza. Wait time was half an hour and pizza was saucy, cheesy and crusty. Just the way we like it. Place was crowded so we opted to eat at an out door location.

The last time I ordered a pizza and salad for each of my family members...they all got sick after…read moreeating. We will not be returning to this restaurant again. The beer was good. I can see why it's popular with the younger crowd.

Great service. Nice to sit outside. The food was meh. Chicken sandwich was boring. No flavor…read more Seems like it works be a nice place to go late night and play pool or listen to music, but not eat

Tried it since it changed hands. Solid GF food, but lacks seasoning. Too bland…read more They need to season their rice flour for the batter...

We enjoyed a brief stop today at O'Ryan's Irish Pub in Ashland. Good drinks, nice pub ambiance with…read moregreat stuff on the TVs. The service was particularly good. If we are close and get thirsty we may well stop in again.

Local spot with great ambiance and fun and friendly folks. There is no food but you can bring it…read morein. Pool tables are a plus.