I was early to a dinner reservation, so I walked by this place and ended up stopping in. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The staff was very nice, the music was great and the whole vibe of the place was on point.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I had two drinks. The first drink was a spicy. Margarita, it was really good but rather small. The second drink I had was it ginger drink that was phenomenal. Great before dinner spot! read more

Glou - Ginger drink - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Providence, Rhode Island

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Have been multiple times now and every time I leave having had an excellent drink. I love that Lambrusco is making its way on menus and there is no shortage of delicious wine on the menu at Glou. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The lighting is dark and intimate, perfect for a drink on a date![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] While the wine list is what I go for, there's also cocktails, beer, and a variety of non alcoholic options, which was great for meeting friends here during dry January. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Can't wait to be back in the summer with the patio![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

Hip, charming, mod. - Creative cocktails - Wonderful ambience - Gorgeous architecture/interior design/lighting - Bomb playlist (Dabuell - whoever is on aux has impeccable taste) - No wifi (so be it) - No under bar hooks for coats/bags (I forgive you) - Friendly/talented staff - Well equipped bar - from chartreuse to luxardo - Outdoor seating In many bars' quests to be the perfect, nonchalant neighborhood joint, somewhere along the way, the vibe becomes too fabricated. Not to wax too poetic here, but Glou is clearly trying the *right* amount of hard. The vibe is enviable. Well done. read more

Glou - Drink menu - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Providence, Rhode Island

One of my favorite "watering holes" in the city. Whether you're looking for a dimly lit craft cocktail bar (with beer and wine) or want to grab drinks, and even snacks, on an adorable patio tucked away out back, they should be on your list. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The atmosphere both in and outside is just perfect for relaxing alone or with friends.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Service is always friendly and the bartenders are extremely accommodating, even having whipped up off menu moments for myself and friends. It's a spot I return to time and time again to unwind and enjoy delicious drinks. I mean DELICIOUS! [[HIGHLIGHT]]One word of advice, it can get a little loud if there's a full house, so if you prefer a quieter setting, head over in the nicer weather and take full advantage of their patio space.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

Glou - Coming in Hot - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Providence, Rhode Island

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Glou is a bar with some snack options. The bar has cocktails, mocktails, wine, and beer. The indoor area is low lit with lots of small tables. Outside they have a large patio with string lights. I've gotten two mocktails and both were really good. I particularly like the spice baby drink I got recently. It had all the flavor of rum with spicy citrus. read more

Glou - A mocktail and a cocktail - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Providence, Rhode Island

There's a new 5/5 cocktail bar on the scene in Providence! (Ok, ~new~ may be relative, but I was able to try Glou for the first time yesterday on NYE after having them on my list to visit for months!) Spectacular cocktail program, service, and vibe all around. Another win for Fox Point to have such a cozy, inviting, and innovative cocktail bar in their backyard. There were 6 unique cocktails to choose from in addition to 2 bonus NYE drinks, a wine/beer list, plus non-alcoholic drinks, and food. We got there early in our NYE revelry and we were able to find a table for 3 no problem. (We even scored a window seat!) There's also a heated patio out back to check out if you have a larger party. The cocktails were spectacular. Well-balanced with an array of different liquor bases and aperitifs--rest-assured there's going to be something for everyone on this menu. The bartending team is also amazing and wonderfully accommodating. There was one drink I really wanted to try that had roasted cherries in it, but I have a cherry allergy. I let the bartender know and we were able to pivot into a Gin Fizz with honey, ginger, and a dusting of sumac on top! Can't wait to return more frequently in 2024 and try the food menu as well. Cheers to the team at Glou! read more

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Wonderful, relaxed spot to get cocktails! Glou is a cozy little spot with plenty of outdoor seating which makes it a perfect place to get drinks in the evening during the summer and early fall months. The drink menu is a rotation of the current house cocktails which offers a decent variety of liquors. They do also offer zero proof cocktails which we greatly appreciate! They do also have a small selection of small bites to snack on. The atmosphere indoors is very dark, giving the space a very intimate feel. We visited with our friends this evening and had a wonderful time. If you're looking for a place to get good cocktails to start off your evening we highly recommend this spot! We will definitely be returning! read more

Glou - Little Riot Cocktail - Bourbon, Cognac, Raspberry Oleo Saccharium, Black Walnut Bitters, Champagne - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Providence, Rhode Island

[[HIGHLIGHT]]Interesting menu & space, but seating is not the most comfortable.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Also, our check was messed up & we were initially charged more than we should've been. read more

[[HIGHLIGHT]]Delicious cocktails and lovely atmosphere.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]Not too busy on a Thursday evening.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] They have wine, beer, booze, mocktails, snacks. Love it! PS I asked the bartender and it's pronounced "glue". read more

Super cute bar with plenty of indoor and outdoor seating and a ridiculously awesome wine, cocktail, and beer options. We swung by around 9pm on a Thursday and got one of the last outdoor seats. Coming from Brooklyn, this felt super hip & cool. We tried a Sour Heart and a Slovenia wine- both great. read more

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Glou is an excellent neighborhood hipster bar on Ives street in PVD. The layout is pretty simple and urban inside, with tables inside and outside. Came here on a weekday when it wasn't very busy. Reminded me of a similar bar in Queens, NY, that was BYOF. Their menu changes quite frequently and may be seasonal. Got the night picnic which was a nice boozy mezcal-based drink. I also got a gin-based cocktail with lime juice and chartreuse that i liked much better. Overall, I love the ambiance & vibe of this place, and will definitely be among one of my go to spots in the future. read more

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So happy to have this place in the neighborhood. Wine and beer selection is always great, as are the cocktails. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The indoor area is loud and could use some sort of sound attenuators on the ceiling.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]The outdoor area is beautiful and a great option if you want a more intimate convo.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

Walked by Glou and decided to check it out! It had a candlelit dim ambiance with a great vibe. The staff was friendly and prepared amazing drinks! They serve cocktails, wine, beer & cider as well as a few items to nosh on while sipping beverages. The venue is cozy and as the evening progressed it filled in quickly. Definitely worth a visit! read more

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Cozy spot on a busy Fox Point block. They had a pop upfor dinner and everything was delicious. Each bartender was thoughtful and attentive, each drink felt special and mixed from scratch. Feels like Brooklyn, but way cooler of course, this is Providence! ;-) read more

Glou - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Providence, Rhode Island

Hubby & I were doing a dine-around of Ives Street & we ended up at Glou for one last drink. It was like a thousand degrees outside so we didn't go further than the a/c in the bar area (although I hear there is a cute back patio). Hubby is not much of a specialty drink person so he opted for a beer. I, on the other hand, love me a unique cocktail. One look at the menu & it was game on: bring me the Palace - gin, yellow chartreuse, aperol, grapefruit, lime. This is a sassy combo! I very much enjoyed it. The guy at the next table ordered the yellow zero proof drink P.E.Z. - whiskey alternative, pineapple, lemon, vanilla - and said it was also outstanding. It looks empty in my photo of the inside of Glou but a huge group of people just left & more people were heading to the back. Definitely add it to your Ives Street list of places to check out! read more

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[[HIGHLIGHT]]Really low key and relaxing bar with tasty drinks and friendly bartenders.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] We pretty much tried every drink on the cocktail menu and they were all a hit. Give them a try the next time you're in Providence! read more

It is honestly unrecognizable what they've done with the former Malachi's! Glou is a hip cocktail bar located on the increasingly bustling Ives St. The cocktails seem to feature a lot of fresh juices and seasonal ingredients. I enjoyed my mezcal drink. It was crowded when I was here but not packed. There's an outdoor patio in the back too for the warmer months. There are a ton of excellent places to get a cocktail in Providence, but this will definitely be added to the rotation. read more

Glou - Gin cocktail and mezcal cocktail - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Providence, Rhode Island

Glou is a hip new bar with a mellow atmosphere that recently opened where Malachi's used to be located. They have a small menu of alcoholic and zero-proof mixed drinks as well as different wines, ciders, and beers. There are about six tables for two inside and a few seats at the bar. Most of the seating is actually in the back; the outdoor layout reminiscent of Tiny Bar. I visited around 9:30 on a Sunday night, so it wasn't too crowded. The drinks are all pretty reasonably priced for a bar. I stuck with a simple Asahi. I also tasted the sour heart (sake, benedictine, lemon, egg white, bitters) which was surprisingly refreshing. Word about Glou has already been spreading amongst young adults in Rhode Island, and I only expect its popularity to grow during the hot summer months ahead! read more

Absolutely the best bar! The owners are great and wether you are looking for a date night or a place to go with friends Glou is where you want to be! read more

Glou - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Providence, Rhode Island

Went to glou on Saturday night with a few friends and it was lively! The place has a nice ambiance and the bartenders were happy to make one of the mocktails with tequila for me! It was a good vibe in there, a good amount of seating and standing room. Would definitely go back! The baby spice with tequila was amazing. read more

This is one of the better bars in Providence. So many "cool" bars here feel like forced speakeasies and are going for the dark wood, "we serve whisky" vibe. Glou is refreshing because it's so thoroughly not that. The owners built a clean, simple, interior that looks good but thankfully isn't over-designed. The lighting is great, the music is decent, and the drinks are good. In short in just has a nice atmosphere. It's a neighborhood bar: not in the old school dive way, but in nice but laid back sort of way. It was exactly what the area needed. It's not necessarily the type of bar you go way out of your way for in order to have an experience--which I mean as a good thing. I don't think that's what it's going for. read more

The bartender was so nice! And the marinated olives were buttery and delicious. The mariposa and Better Together were amazing. Their cocktails have balanced flavors with their spirits perfectly! They also have a zero proof selection! read more

Glou - Mariposa - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Providence, Rhode Island

Providence is so lucky to have this awesome spot. The back patio is very cool, spacious, and 'vibey' as the tiktokers say. The drink selection is extensive, and it's clear they put in as much thought to their mocktails as their cocktails. I've had every drink on the menu and have yet to be disappointed. Each staff member I've interacted with has been very friendly. Overall a really cool and welcoming atmosphere. Chic, but not trendy. Trying, but not too hard. Also, highly recommend stopping by on Wednesdays for their tamales, made in house by their tamale master. read more

Super cute little hangout spot! Adorable inside and bar area, and a friendly staff. Reasonable prices with imaginative but delicious drinks and friendly staff. Beautiful outdoor seating area as well. Would go back! read more

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