Great, welcoming space with well-executed vegetarian food and non-alcoholic drink options read more

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Great drinks! Great vibes! Came here for a girls night and would come again. Service was quick.

Really necessary spot! They have the ambiance, the drinks are actually ON POINT (obviously minus the alcohol), but you can tell this whole place and concept was well thought out. Even their considerations on how to make the drinks-- You're not just paying for a cocktail with some juice and simple syrup or something. You do feel like you are "out" in a bar setting, just minus the alcohol. Also they have some board games and a really mini dance floor, but still it's a nice vibe. The bartender who I think was the owner was quite friendly. I hope they keep elevating this spot! I have to go back to try the food. read more

This place is truly a hidden gem. Amber and Arleo are incredibly kind and welcoming, and the story behind Free Spirited is both inspiring and heartfelt--turning a challenging time into something beautiful. They've done a fantastic job breathing new life into this old space, creating a warm, inviting atmosphere with delicious food and drinks to suit every dietary need and lifestyle. If you haven't visited yet, it's absolutely worth checking out. read more

Great atmosphere and friendly staff! I came here for a fan event, and their non-alcoholic drinks blew me away. I would highly recommend this place! read more

Came out here on a Saturday evening and the owner was celebrating his birthday My fiancé and I ordered drinks (for myself The Initiative and for him Xed Out) chips and guac, chickpeas with Hoppa seasoning, and this was just the appetizers! We also ordered dinner, fettuccine with chicken and the chicken adobo. Everything was delicious The music was definitely poppin'! Lots of remixes, which made everything super festive! Our LO played with the board games, and the axes (with supervision of course). Highly recommend this place! Come on by, especially for the NA cocktails! Definitely going for a second round of drinks after this post, haha! read more

Free Spirited - Chips and guac, The Initiative and Xed Out. - Gluten-Free Near Me - Alhambra, California

What a wonderful concept - a mocktail bar! Set in a former Mexican restaurant (think rolled leather booths and iron chandeliers) that, apparently, also has a history as a speakeasy before that! The owners are super-friendly and take well-deserved pride in their business. The mocktails and food (all vegan and made with love from scratch!) are off-the-charts good! I loved the ofrenda displays in honor of those who have lost a loved one to drunk driving as well as a second one dedicated to those struggling with addiction. They also have a collection of board games available for use by their patrons. read more

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Service was amazing, as soon as I came in the owners greeted me and made me feel welcomed! I ordered the Tofu Kare Kare, super comforting and flavorful, can't wait to come back here again! read more

I had the crafter hours with mango popping boba. It was amazing. Followed by the firepit nights! As for food we started with the asparagus and candied carrots they were both delicious We then ordered the main dishes the black garlic pasta (that's made in house) and a chicken picatta the owners Arleo & Amber kept checking to ensure we were fine and to see what we thought about the food. PS. They have board games you can use we picked the Uno cards flip. They also have Karaoke on Wednesday nights. Don't need to be living a sober life to come here but it's nice to reset and enjoy a good drink and gluten free meal. I'm coming back soon! read more

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My sister, her bf and I came by Free Spirited tonight and we weren't sure what to expect. When my sister asked me if I wanted to try this spot I was intrigued - especially as a non-drinker. I'm used to going to bars and lounges where I'm only able to get sodas on tap and only recently has bars started carrying a small mocktail menu but a whole space dedicated to mocktails - that's a freakin dream! We drove from Koreatown to Alhambra in the rain so that we can try this spot out. First impression of the outside is that it's unassuming. You actually don't really know it's a restaurant but once we got in it was kind of a cool medieval speakeasy vibe. Covered in dark wood paneling and rounded booths it looked as if we stepped back in time. This whole lounge is ran by a couple: Amber plays hostess, server, busser and cook) and Arleo who is the mixologist. Tonight was a packed night and both were running around trying to make sure everyone had what they need. Coming from the hospitality world, I know it's not easy to execute and I give it to them for running the show alone. The drink menu is very extensive as they call it the A-Z menu which has a drink for every letter in the alphabet. They offer $5 flights for the mocktails along with $8 for the full size. I got a Quarantine Heart and it was a very yummy pina colada vibes with frozen raspberry garnish (very delicious!) This was so yummy that I got two. Now onto the food, they serve a vegan friendly menu and GF too. My sister and I shared the vegan scallops, "bone marrow," calamari, chips with salsa, and black garlic pasta. I love the concept of the food, for instance the bone marrow looked like real bone marrow but it's actually a mushroom carved out to look like the bone and stuffed with mushrooms. As a huge mushroom lover, I loved the use of mushrooms in their dishes! Vegan restaurants are hard to find especially good vegan ones so I'm very impressed that they make such yummy vegan items and as someone who isn't vegan and generally would be skeptical of a fully vegan menu - i was thoroughly impressed! While eating and drinking here we found out that they're actually struggling to keep the lounge afloat and while it was a busy night it was apparently not the norm. It's actually sad to hear because the food and drinks are so good and the owners could not be nicer people. They support a lot of causes and have donations for people whose lost their Snap benefits and yet here they are about to close down on a dream they started together. Then we found out all the prices already included tax and tip which is insane bc where can you go where a handcrafted mocktail is $8?!??! Absolutely nowhere! My workplace charges $16 for a mocktail and I'm going to say it doesn't have the level of ingredients that this place has. The owners take a lot of pride that they make everything in house (versus buying bottled spirit free mixers) and they try to reduce food waste buy utilizing ingredients they need for their food menu items. If I lived in SoCal I definitely would be coming back but since I live in the Bay Area I hope that this review will get people to come support this small, family owned business. I hope that when I come back to LA, that this lounge will still be operating and that we can enjoy their items again! read more

Charming hidden gem in Alhambra, it serves lots of pretty hand-crafted mocktails. It's a nice alternative hangout spot with friends, where we can play card games, grab a bite, and not worry about picking a DD. I truly admire the owner's vision of opening this modern mocktail spot with social responsibility in mind! They also have a group art night that you can join to paint the parking lot wall together, to express your artist spirit :) read more

I'm always searching for new vegan places to visit & this place is the newest vegan restaurant in the Alhambra area I ordered the bone marrow & two drinks (Uppies & Quarantine Heart). I've never had bone marrow before so I didn't have any reference for how similar it tasted to animal bone marrow however, it was tasty, the texture is how I would imagine the animal version to be. The drinks were very nice to the pallet. Overall I think this place is cute and I'm looking forward to coming back to try other drinks and their newer food items that will soon be added to the menu. read more

Free Spirited - "Bone Marrow" - Gluten-Free Near Me - Alhambra, California

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Omg! This place is SO freakin' cool! You MUST visit this place with your friends and family. The food was so tasty and well thought out by the owners! This is food that was designed with love and passion. I am gluten intolerant so this place was a refuge for me. I could be MYSELF and not have to pick and choose what would be safe. My wife is also not a fan of alcohol (taste) so the mocktails were perfect for her. I loved them too, especially the smokey one. It had such a range of flavors. The service is sooooooooo amazing. The owners are both lovely people. Friendly and kind! And they come to your table and make you feel at home. The restaurant is so well decorated. The restrooms so cute and designed with customers in mind. There is a lounge area too with games. What!? Dude. This place is so great. read more

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This is a charming, chill, I think someone else here said it has a "speakeasy" vibe, which describes this perfectly. My partner and I wandered in a few months after they were open, because we were huge fans of Caramba, and wanted to see what took their spot. We were so pleasantly delighted by this non-alcoholic bar, and their mostly vegan menu (they have a couple non-vegan/meat options). I've been feeling that it's so crucial to have spaces to gather and socialize at night that don't involve alcohol. The cocktails are creative and tasty. I haven't had the chance to have much of the food there, but what I have had (the popcorn and the rice pudding) has been delicious. The prices may seem high at first glance, but remember that tax and tip are included. The owners, Arleo and Amber, are very friendly and warm. From our conversations with them, they aspire to make this a community spot for events, music, art, etc. The also have board games, a karaoke setup, a dance floor, etc, so if you have events or gatherings or anything, keep them in mind as a potential venue! They have a parking lot and street parking aplenty. read more

In July, I dined here with my sober alcoholic boyfriend who wanted to try out a sober bar. The food was good and perfect for me since I'm a vegan, and the cocktails interesting, some sweet and a ome savory. The concept of the restaurant is unique; there is a memorial to those who suffered due to a drunk driver and another for those who suffered from addiction. It was a really nice night; we enjoyed our meal and drinks, chatted with Arleo and Amber who shared their stories, and threw axes at the dart board. My boyfriend opened up to me more than he ever had about his alcoholism. As a cruel twist of fate, he overdosed two nights later. It is now nearly six months later, and I don't live in the area, but I returned to leave a picture of the two of us at the memorial for addiction. read more

A robust sober cocktail menu and dietary restriction friendly menu? What more could you ask for?? All their spirits are made from scratch in house and are 0% ABV (alcohol free!) not to mention delicious. My favorite cocktails are the Tough Tide, the Rittenhart and the Very Magical Cat. They also have a creative scratch kitchen with some really yummy gluten free and vegan bites. My go-to's are the hapa popcorn, "scallops," "calamari," and the hongo asado tacos, but everything on their menu is worth trying and they often do seasonal specials. Also the vegan Zero Caviar is a wonderful treat for a special night, it's seriously so good; I actually like it better than regular caviar! It's also just a fun place to hang out, very cozy atmosphere with board games and sometimes special events like karaoke, drag bingo and DJ rave nights. Owners Arleo and Amber truly care about every guest that comes to their restaurant, and they work very hard to bring this special sober space to the community. Definitely give it a visit! We need to keep places like this open! read more

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Definitely an experience which is worth going at least once! We got here on a Sunday evening around 530 and were seated right away. We were helped by the staff a lot and they were attentive and always smiled. We really enjoyed the "scallops" and the non-alcoholic drinks. The food was more "tapas" style where it's mostly meant to be shared. The room is a bit dark and has that tavern environment feeling which is the theme they are going for. It's actually a pretty good family date or family night spot since you can have cool looking drinks without the alcohol. read more

A lovely establishment owned by lovely people! The atmosphere is so warm and cozy with a touch of whimsy, bathrooms are nicely maintained and the whole location itself is very accessible! The food and drink are lovingly prepared by the owners and very generous in portion and flavor! I tried their truffle chickpeas, garlic "scallops" and adobo chicken rice and they're all A+ For drinks, you probably can't go wrong with any of the sodas. The mocktails are also very interesting but I have yet to try them all! Every recipe is lovingly crafted and super unique. Definitely check them out! read more

All time favorite place to be. First of all, love the warm and welcoming, attentive, thoughtful, kind, owners proud with tremendous love, pride, and solidarity with and for our interwoven Indigenous, Asian, Filipinx, women, LGBTQ+, and disabled communities. Appreciate the all around built in and automatic accessibility of this place including a vegan and gluten free dinner menu with sober drinks and desserts with Arleo and Amber attentive to our dietary sensitivities, restrictions, and allergies. Adore the Indigenous art throughout and the feminist, trans, and queer pride nights such as a Steven Universe drag night. Thankful for gender neutral and wheel chair friendly space, parking lot, dining, and restroom. Above all, wow, delicious entrees and drinks all around especially craving their lechon, adobo, with rice, asparagus, green beans, and dirt coupe chocolate coconut dessert. Will need to try Kare Kare and Tacos next time. The most magical place when my friends performed their live music here to karaoke. Hands down, the best couple reflecting commitment to extraordinary dining, food, ambiance and the deepest love for our communities dreaming and enacting worlds of peace. Maraming Salamat! Many Thanks! Totes a disability justice for us by us space of infinite possibilities. read more

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After having a meet up with my fellow Yelp elites, I stayed to have more food and watch the comedy show. Food Service did take a while because there were several large tables who ordered food before me. I ordered the Bone Marrow ($16) which was one king oyster mushroom sliced in half from the top. On top of the mushroom they had pickled red onion, Cajun sauce, veggies, and balsamic sauce. I ordered the Dirt Coupe ($10) for dessert. It was a dark chocolate mousse made from coconut with crumbled Oreos on top. Tbh, food was okay. Food came in a very small portion, and is very expensive. I probably will only come back just for the drinks and the concept of this place, but may eat somewhere else before coming here. Owners are very nice people. Gratuity is already included with your purchase, but if you would like, you can give more. read more

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This place does everything right. They're family friendly, child-free-persons friendly, gluten-free friendly, vegan friendly, friendly friendly, sober-life friendly, Tip-free friendly, ect. They're a little hard to find, located on a one way street around main / freemont, accessible by the fork on huntington dr. There's a small lot with about 20 spaces maybe? It's a great place to grab a drink and hang out. They've got great bar foods and great drinks. Did I mention it was great? Everything they serve is non-alcoholic. not even trace amounts found in any of the ingredients they use. Drier than my ex's.... heart. Drier than that boring zoom meeting you had the other day. but their drinks are so JUICY. They have plenty of vegan options as well. Tip is priced into the menu so no need to worry about that but you'll want to. Place is nice and dimly lit like any bar would be. They were playing some EDM that I was very much into. Service was excellent as Arleo and Amber are super nice and friendly. They're so fun to talk to and they're so great at what they do. Their recipes are delicious and innovative. Alright The food. and of course, the drink. I got the Scooter SSR, Tough Tide, Calamari-free calimari, Soil dirt thing, and my friend got the Quarantine Heart. The scooter SSR was mind blowing on first sip. I couldn't figure out what it tasted like but finally, it came to me.... A brown sugar boba milk tea. tastes exactly like that. How? I don't know. You can substitute the kombucha for tonic or martenellis or... idk prob anything they have, i don't think amber would say no. but I really enjoyed it with the apple cider. You don't even really taste it. The agar boba is so good. I swear they should be targeting the boba crowd. The Calamari was rings of mushrooms, battered, deep fried, and served with a house made bannana ketchup horseradish sauce. All made from scratch I believe. Love the sauce. The Tough Tide was even more mindblowing-ier the torched cinnamon really just imparted such a pleasant aromatic touch to the drink and I couldn't stop smiling. Idk why. Definitely fun to puff on the cinnamon stick afterwards... or even keep as a souvenir. idk i'm a hoarder don't listen to me. they have board games, they're gonna make a dance floor... idk what else do you want. just get over here. read more

Omg this was one of my favorite dining experiences ever?! The whole concept is so mission driven and well executed. The ambience is immersive and detailed. There was a live Dj the night we were there in addition to floating candles which made it feel cozy, intimate, hip and classy all at the same time. The service is so personalized and attentive. The owner / servers stopped by to explain the mission of the restaurant and to check in with us multiple times. It was my friends birthday and they brought a lovely dessert with candle and spoon shovels (so cute!) for all of us to share. I loved chatting with the owner and learning about the innovation behind the food and the restaurants story. The food was so creative and delicious, just like the drinks! The buttered scallops were really good (although maybe just a tad sour - too much wine?), as were the bone marrow (both vegetarian). Calarmari was also so well seasoned and fried with mushrooms that really tasted like calamari. They also have health elixirs as drinks and I got the turmeric one which had a refreshing zing to it. All the drinks are well crafted and unlike anything found elsewhere. So fun! Everything together just makes this place such a gem and one of my top dining experiences ever. You can really tell the thought that went into everything they do. In addition to being alcohol free, gluten free, vegetarian friendly, they're also anti-tip! The couple that opened the restaurant also has a personal story behind why they opened the restaurant and it was so nice to hear it from them directly while we were there. I really admire all the love and creativity that went into everything. Highly recommend. Also did I mention the restaurant name is a pun? (Free spirited & their spirits are alcohol free). Love it. read more

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This new restaurant has taken over the space of the old Caramba location. They've retained the original dark interior which gives it a nice vibe. We had bought a Groupon deal that offers a specialty drink and a special popcorn. The owners who are a couple take great pride in the vegan food they offer and will explain in detail how and why the food is made in it's special way. The drinks are really good and I actually was waiting for a buzz to come but everything is non alcoholic. read more

Delicious food and drinks. Asparagus, broccoli queso, and scallops all great. Very helpful staff read more

Free Spirited - Beautiful bar and great drinks - Gluten-Free Near Me - Alhambra, California

Came here with my wife to celebrate my birthday. It was a very welcoming experience as Amber greeted us and made sure we were comfortable and she answered all questions we had about the menu. She was attentive and a really great conversationalist, sharing about her story in starting this business and also recommendations on board games. That topic came up because they have a shelf of board games (from UNO to Connect 4 to JENGA and even Ticket to Ride). The vibe was very chill and the drinks were delicious and flavorful. We had the vegan calamari and we couldn't get enough of it, especially the aoli dipping sauce and the banana ketchup. The black garlic pasta (we got truffles added to it) was so full of flavor and definitely one of my favorites off the menu. The chocolate mousse dessert is sugar-free and it was a great dish to cap off our night. Overall, this is a great environment. Amber and her husband Arleo were very attentive and made sure we had a good time. We definitely will come back. Also, I highly recommend going to their site to read their story and the description for the drinks. They definitely put in the effort to use the best ingredients in their craft. read more

Free Spirited - Dirt Coupe - Gluten-Free Near Me - Alhambra, California

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Second time to free spirited and it is hard to beat the ambience, warmth, and deliciousness of this place. They are super inclusive of all dietary restrictions. We went plant based recently and dined like kings here. The couple that owns this restaurant and so inviting, knowledgeable and kind. - black garlic pasta was so delicious, they recommended we get it with the truffles next time - sinigang: a sour Filipino soup with delicious taro and tofu skin. Very unique and flavorful - endive salad cups: a must get. The tastiest way to eat vegetables - tofu Kare kare: a repeat for us. So good. - dirt coupe: perfectly sweet and creamy - crafter hours drink - sweet and refreshing!! Can't wait til our next time there! read more

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Non-alcoholic bar in the SGV with a wide menu of gluten-free and vegan options. There is a free parking lot on the side of the building. Building has plenty of seating and seating at the bar. Had available board games such as Jenga, Uno, and Mahjong (with the table!) Amber and Arleo are the co-owners of the place, and we had the honor of meeting them during our visit. They both also make the food and drinks and are amazing hosts. They explained the menu in detail and we had lovely conversations on the side. We got the -Quarantine Heart: Amazing pineapple drink that tasted like a pina colada with coconut -Scooter SSR: Drink that somehow tasted like a milk tea dessert despite not having any tea and fruit flavors -Tough Tide: Amber brought out a blowtouch to light the cinnamon stick in front of us, added an extra smoky flavor to the drink -Dirt Coupe: Mousse like pudding with chocolate and coconut flavors, excellent -Calamari: Talked to the owners and they make the ketchup in house Overall a wonderful place with a great mission for recovering drinkers or for people who don't want to drink alcohol in general. Would definitely return back for their events and just to chill. Note: They accept card and are open to all ages, not just 21 and over. read more

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the first non-alcoholic bar i've tried. honestly the mocktails we ordered just ok but the food was pretty good! definitely will be back to try the other drinks since there were so many options to choose from. the hongo asado street tacos live rent free in my head! we were able to order this without onion and garlic but just had to wait a little longer for the preparation. they were so good we wanted to order another plate bone marrow - the portion was smaller than i expected but it is definitely an interesting concept! caramelized carrots - very toddler friendly, these were so delicious!! pasta - ordered this without garlic and it was pretty standard small parking lot in the back it's in a quieter part of alhambra read more

Free Spirited is truly a gem! The food is delicious and thoughtfully prepared. I feared that a restaurant so "allergen" friendly would sacrifice taste, but I was so wrong! Their menu is crafted with intention and quality ingredients. With some carnivorous options as well! The drinks are artisanal and delicious! Sober craft cocktails have never been more enticing. The owners take genuine care of their guests and their establishment. The atmosphere is inviting and delivers a true bar experience. 10/10 RECOMMEND! read more

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This bar/restaurant is a vibe. And that's the highest compliment I give a place. In an era of corporately-owned and cookie cutter establishments, unique places like Free Spirited draw me in. But let's get down to brass tacks and discuss the experience. The space used to be a classic restaurant and Free Spirited has kept much of the same spirit of the decor. It has nice comfy booths around the perimeter and a little small lounge area to the right of the entrance next to the bar. They have games like Jenga and Uno, and even a small dance floor that the owners made use of adorably. The service by the owner Amber was attentive and excellent, and we had a good time hearing a little more about the menu. Good energy. There's a drink menu and a food menu. The food menu is a really interesting and varied set of dishes that include appetizers like Guac and hummus, as well as main dishes like Chicken Picatta and Black Garlic Pasta. I had the Picatta, while my friend had the Filipino Adobo. Amber recommended I mix the rice, greens, and chicken all together to really get that sauce in there and she was absolutely correct. Fantastic flavor. The Filipino Adobo was perhaps even better! (I sort of picked at my friend's plate a few times, sorry B). It was tender and perfectly seasoned. Since I no longer drink (since Jan '22), I was really looking forward to the zero-alcohol drink menu. I tried three drinks, and I have to say, my only regret is that I could not try them all. I started out with the Moon and the Stars which was citrus forward with a nice luxardo cherry. Sweet, and great presentation. I also tried the Quarantine Heart, which was a little sweet for my tastes, but very well made (It's their most popular drink and I can see why, since it tastes great, but as a former Whiskey and Mezcal drinker, I prefer some bitter or bite). But my favorite cocktail, the Green Moissanite was the "Pièce de résistance." It had a very complex flavor profile that combined citrus, cucumber, and an herbal layer that really made the drink. It had a flavor bite reminiscent of a liquored cocktail. I think if you're a former cocktail enthusiast, this is the one. Overall, I absolutely loved the place. I'm happy that hometown of Alhambra has a new happening spot! read more

Free Spirited - Green Moissanite, my personal favorite. - Gluten-Free Near Me - Alhambra, California

I don't drink alcohol so I love the idea of a sober cocktail lounge where I can come and drink with my friends. All drinks are alcohol free, but they taste amazing! We got the LED RGB QT (lime, sparkling yerba mate, cucumber, apple, turmeric, beet, grenadine, blue spirulina), Very Magical Cat (roasted grain spirit, passionfruit, rosewater, vanilla, butterfly pea tea), and All My Best (spiced molasses spirit, beet, apple, honey ginger, turmeric, crystallized ginger, black pepper). My friends also tried the Quarantine Heart, Scooter SSR, and Firepit Nights. And, because this is alcohol free, my friends were able to bring their kids and their kids could drink everything too! They also serve some delicious food, all of which is gluten free. The chicken piccata was super flavorful and the "bone marrow" was such a creative and unique take, being made from oyster mushrooms! Even the kids loved the black garlic pasta. The owners, Amber (head chef) and Arleo (bartender) are the best hosts ever! They were so warm, friendly, and accommodating. They really took good care of us. The lounge also has board games that you can play too. This is a great place for a date night, night out with friends, or with the family. read more

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The food and drinks here were incredible. Delicious and so unique. We got there around 4pm and it was not too busy, and I believe the co-owner was our server. She explained all the detail and thought they put into their drinks and food, and it was really impressive. And we could tell the difference in the taste, which was not only delicious but very unique blends of flavors. We LOVED the hapa popcorn, the endive salad scoops, the hongo asado tacos, and the tofu kare kare. For drinks we loved the quarantine heart. The All My Best was great, very ginger forward, and we liked we liked the maple carrots. THANK YOU Free Spirited for an incredible night of great food and atmosphere. read more

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We visited because I was really curious about the vegan, Filipino dishes. We had the adobo (one vegan and another with chicken) - both were delicious. The owners were very friendly and hospitable. Looking forward to the next visit. read more

I live in the area and to find an incredible restaurant + mocktail bar so close to my home makes me feel proud to live in the 626. I don't drink but I love to relax with friends in environments where I can hear the conversation. Free Spirited is that speakeasy vibe. Such a cute bar and the drinks are fantastic. My favorite drink was the Very Magical Cat. It was absolutely refreshing and it tasted like lychee. My partner and I got to connect with the co-owner who is behind the magical craft of the foods and drinks. The co-owners are so welcoming, educational, and inspiring. Every item is made with quality ingredients. They put a lot of effort into crafting the perfect meals and drinks. I loved the drinks and dessert we tried here and I look so forward to coming back again for their food options! Such a down-to-Earth space with multiple events happening throughout the week. I've raved to all my friends about this place. And I just love how they teach us that you can enjoy a night out with loved ones without alcohol. So aligned with my values! read more

Free Spirited - The Dirt Coupe (dark chocolate mousse) - Gluten-Free Near Me - Alhambra, California

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Drinks were really good and tasty! First time trying a sober bar and enjoyed it. The hosts are very welcoming, helpful and super friendly! I liked the ambience as well! Will be returning to try some more drinks! read more

Free Spirited - The left is the "Uppies" and the right is the "All my best" - Gluten-Free Near Me - Alhambra, California

Food sucks, the drinks sucks even more. It's use to be called carambas they had bomb drinks for happy hour time. Ambiance: It's exactly how the old owner had it and the new business doesn't match it's ambiance in my opinion. Won't be back. Thank you. read more

This is a very special place. My son is in recovery and I've been wanting to take him here to see how he would feel about socializing in a bar environment that was specifically designed for people who can't touch alcohol but miss the associations. I was worried it might trigger him and I think he was too, but everything turned out great. The moment he walked in the door, I could see that he was comfortable there and really loved the interior, from the booths to the retro velvet paintings. He was excited about all the drink options, which were described by the owner/server Arleo so that my son understood each drink's special qualities in a way that met his needs. The drinks were great. My son chose Green Moissanite and X-ed Out, which had a bitter bite that he found very satisfying. I had All My Best and enjoyed its healthy ginger and beet zip. We shared a plate of vegan Bone "Marrow"--made from mushrooms--and their Filipino Chicken Adobo. Everything was delicious and obviously made with care. We were there on a Saturday night and it was busy, but we were treated so well--service was great and we never felt rushed. Prices are very reasonable considering that they include both tax and tip. We'll definitely be back. Kudos to Amber and Arleo, the talented married owners, who make this place work so well for a community that's definitely been underserved. read more

HOLY WOW!!! I am blown away with what I just ate. Being Celiac, it's hard to find a place where I can eat EVERYTHING!!! And not only is it safe, but it's amazing!!! Don't stress that it's 90% vegan, it's incredibly satisfying. I had the Bone Marrow, Calamari, and Sauteed Green Beans. And washed it down with the Scooter SSR craft cocktail (alcohol free). It was all vegan, but when it's this good .. WHO CARES!!! The bone marrow is a signature dish. It's delicious, and filled with umami. And with a little addition of the sauce from the green beans, it graduates to EPIC! The green beans are wonderful, and the sauce is sip worthy. The Calamari blew me away. It's made from mushrooms, but has the taste and texture of real calamari. Absolutely FANTASTIC!!! And the cocktail was perfect. Perfect taste, texture and heart. If your celiac, vegan, both or neither... You have to try Free Spirited. You won't regret it. read more

I'll start off by immediately saying that this is my new favorite local spot! Just for a little background, I've never been a drinker; I've gotten drunk once in my life and it wasn't for me, so I feel as if Free Spirited gets me! I've had a number of dishes here and they haven't disappointed! Here are a few favorites of mine: - Popcorn: I've had both the Hapa and BBQ popcorn and they are a delicious mix of salty and sweet! Personally, I prefer the Hapa, but you can't go wrong with either. - Guacamole: Fresh and delicious, this may be the best Guac I've ever had. I'm not sure what it is about it, but it tastes so refreshing and perfectly complements the chips. - "Bone Marrow": I've never had real bone marrow before, so I can't compare to the non-vegan version, but I found it very tasty, and I don't usually like mushrooms (which is what the substitute is based on)! - Street Tacos: Very flavorful, one of the best vegan dishes I've ever had (and again, I don't like mushrooms usually)! - Black Garlic Pasta: I just love pasta. So delicious. I've never had Black Garlic before, but now I know I'm a fan! - Dirt Coupe: A nice meal ender, not overly sweet, but great for a treat. Overall, I am very impressed with all the different flavors and unique culinary experiences offered at Free Spirited! I feel like I'm experiencing something new or originally reworked with each dish I try. As for drinks, I haven't had as many, but I have really liked what I've had so far: - Quarantine Heart: Definitely my favorite so far. Like a sweet nectar. Tastes classy and fun. - Uppies!!!!: My close second-favorite (maybe tied for first). Super tasty caffeinated drink. Tastes unique from other coffee drinks to me. Even though I love Quarantine Heart, I can see myself getting this one often! - Tough Tide: A nice balanced drink, not too sweet, with a nice tropical flavor. If you're not into the sweeter drinks, this one is a great choice! Moving on to the lounge itself, I absolutely love the vibe and décor. It feels like a historic establishment with many stories in the walls. I love the old, storied paintings and classy touches around the bar area. The whole seating area just feels so warm and cozy, like a tavern found in a fantasy world. Speaking of fantasy, this is also a very board game-friendly establishment and I can't wait to play some Gloomhaven, Forgotten Waters, Telestrations, and more here! They have a selection of games you can borrow and play as well! The people working there are also exceptionally welcoming and friendly, looking to provide you with the best experience possible. The owners are around often and you can tell they are putting their heart and soul into this place; it is abundantly clear that this is their dream and they will do anything to make it a success. Overall, I think this is a wonderful new establishment that I imagine I'll visit often. I have been very impressed with the food, drink, décor, and service and think it's a perfect place for people looking for a non-alcoholic, vegan-friendly lounge. read more

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We came here to try a bunch of the interesting alcohol free cocktails as well as some desserts and the vegan bone marrow. First I just want to say Amber was such a great host and server and had a great friendly upbeat attitude as well as lots of information about the menu items and suggestions for what we might like. I love that they have lots of vegan options and will just about modify anything to suit your dietary needs. Of the drinks we got the rgb led qt was not great, the uppies was just ok, and the crafter hours and quarantine heart were really good. We got desserts first cause we didn't mind having whatever was ready first come out quick, we were hungry! The dirt coupe was really good, and diabetic friendly. Tasted like chocolate with a hint of coconut and was nice and creamy and decadent with no weird flavor. The rice pudding was also excellent. The rice was not mushy and it had a berry compote and some raisins and tasted fresh and not overly sweet. Our last dish was the vegan bone marrow which was very interesting. Obviously you usually can't eat the whole bone but since they're mushroom based you can in this case and they were actually really good. The inside is pretty and the lighting was cozy and on the darker side. Table and chairs were clean and the wall art was beautiful. Overall a very good experience that we could recommend to anyone that wants flexible dining and alcohol free drinks. read more

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