Legitimately the best bar in the area. You want a drink you can't get anywhere else, this is simply the place to go. Ask for Haley, she's the most amazing bar tender/mixologist creating drinks you can never imagine. If you haven't been here you're missing out. Test me, I dare you. Period. read more

Be aware that this place can be very noisy if it's packed with customers. This was the case when I visited. If there is a wait, understand that it might be pretty noisy too. Drinks are on the spot and the music is enjoyable. read more

Cool speakeasy type cocktail bar. Wide selection of cocktails with a huge whiskey list. The whiskey list had a pretty good selection of hard to find allocated bourbons. The prices were fair...certainly not the highest I have seen. read more

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First old fashion was great, second one was a bust. It's a dark basement with some decent girly drinks, but don't stray off the menu, or possibly the guy bartending was just not great. read more

Super cool speak easy underground bar. The drinks were delicious and hand crafted by the mixologist behind the bar. If you love tequila have the cocktail "educated guess". A Very smooth drink will want you having more than 1. Would recommend and will come back again next time in town read more

Low Bar - Pilsner beer and educated guess cocktail - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Traverse City, Michigan

Wow, this place is rad. It feels like a speakeasy. While lots of drunk folks were raging on Union Street, we snuck down the secret hallway and down the stairs to Low Bar. Before long, we were seated. Our server was pretty inattentive, but the drinks were on point, the lights were low and the vibe was chill. I loved it, compared to the more drunken frat feel of other bars in the area. I loved my Old Fashioned ($8). Strong and smooth. Because it's tucked away, it siphons off the really drunk people who will stumble into the more noticeable street-level bars. Low Bar is full of people who know how to handle their alcohol. Also worth noting, a lot of the employees of Georgina's came here for after-work drinks. If it's good enough for the locals, it's worth visiting yourself. I'll be back, especially when I want to impress any lady friends. read more

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Loved this place!! We spent a weekend in Traverse City and wanted to find a good charcuterie plate for dinner one night. We sure hit the jackpot here! The options for charcuterie were amazing. So many different meats and cheeses with some additions to the plate. The best part is that they were priced per item, so it was easy to pick and choose exactly what you want. The place is downstairs with an almost speakeasy feel. Dark and romantic with comfy tables. Our server was super helpful with ordering both food and drinks. Our group tried several different drinks and liked them all. Cocktails are on the higher priced side but delicious. Next time we are in Traverse I plan on stopping back! read more

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We came here for drinks while waiting for our dinner reservations. Very appropriate COVID restrictions in place. There was a sign outside to text a number with your name and # of people in your party. The hostess comes to get you at the door when your spot is ready. We went at 7PM on a Saturday and we were seated right away. We tried three cocktails. Each was delicious and unique. They definitely justified the price tag, which I found to be very reasonable for the quality of the drinks, service and ambiance of the bar! I would definitely recommend coming here and I will be back! read more

Low Bar - Marg and an old fashioned *they had fancier names - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Traverse City, Michigan

Fantastic selection. Bartenders are professional and can make any and all drinks. To watch then in action is great entertainment. They also engage customers in conversation that is natural and not forced. This is a must stop for anyone spending time in Traverse city read more

Love the atmosphere it's very dark which is good for relaxing. Firefly workers and orderly. read more

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Love the Low Bar, great service, fantastic drinks and soothing atmosphere. We go every time we get to Traverse City!

I absolutely love this bar! You have to walk down a flight of stairs and be sat in order to be ordered. We sat at the bar in the most comfortable leather chairs, and ordered drinks only. I went with a Paloma, and it was one of my favorite palomas! They have ton of whiskey drinks and the bartenders are extremely friendly! Just a cool atmosphere and highly recommend checking it out for a drink! read more

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Great staff. Perfect ambiance. Tantalizing drinks. Will be back for more 1920s vibes.

This place is a must visit for true cocktail lovers. The Low Bar has set the bar high for all other bars...a must try! read more

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If you're looking for a place to have an after dinner drink, this is the place. With attentive staff, craft cocktails, homemade bitters & syrups it is something to experience. As a wine lover, I'm not typically a mixed cocktail girl. But this place has so many choices & unique options. It's a must try. The Amelia was my first choice followed by the Bourbon Basil Smash! Equally delish! It's in a basement with a club feel. They do offer food as well but can't speak on that, but the drinks & bartenders were outstanding at helping to assist with what you like. read more

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I love this place. As others have mentioned, it can be a little difficult to locate - but be strong, it's worth it. The basement is nice and dark - good for friends, dates, being alone and people-watching. Really, take your pick on your motivation... any excuse to go will do. The drinks are amazing, wait staff and bartenders friendly (they even attempted my Juliette and Romeo), and reasonably priced. The charcuterie plate is quite filling for the price as well... just in case you didn't eat dinner first. Really a top favorite place in Traverse. Go, you won't regret it. read more

Low Bar - Thanks for making me a Juliette and Romeo! - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Traverse City, Michigan

Excellent atmosphere and cocktails! See Austin the bartender. He's amazing. Makes great cocktails!

Super fun Speakeasy-themed bar! Loved the atmosphere and the drinks I tried- the Soho Mojo and Flower Girl- were both awesome. My husband was super excited about the extensive bourbon list, and was able to try one that has been on his "bucket list" for a while. Definitely would like to visit again soon to try more cocktails! read more

It's easy to walk past this place, especially since it sits underneath 7 Monks. But if you miss it, your missing out on something really special in Traverse City. If you are tired of the breweries and the wine...come here - it's got a cool vibe with a menu of new and old cocktails that remind you that when you seek, you can find something awesome. Fair warning that the place is in the basement and is dark...like super dark. It took my eyes about 10 minutes to adjust after being outside in the sun. So, you may want to get a head count of the party you come in with or double check who you are leaving with because you can lose people down there! read more

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Great atmosphere and unique drinks - always a must when in town. Love how tucked away this place is.

Opening night I popped in after work for a drink. I had 2 wonderful drinks, an Old Fashioned and I believe a Russian Bride, in a relaxing atmosphere. It was a great way to pass a couple hours. They have a large list of bourbons and a good selection of everything else. The beer selection is limited, you'll still want to go to seven monks if your looking for a large beer selection. They also have wine but I forgot what that selection looked like. I work across the street and see frequent visits in the future. read more

Low Bar - House rules. - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Traverse City, Michigan

The most unique bar in TC. When we first walked into the hallway toward the elevator not knowing anything about the bar, we were quite apprehensive to say the least. We get into the elevator, and go down to the basement. We were so curious/ intrigued when we arrived into the dimly lit hall. The ambiance, menu, seating, and decor were fantastic. Expensive drinks, no foods except small small plates like charcuterie and fondue. Would definitely recommend. So cool! read more

Low lighting, low noise, low smooth jazz. Welcome to the speakeasy of TC. This new establishment is a great place to tuck yourself away from the typical bar scene. A great list of unique homemade libations, standard classics, and several draft beers to choose from. The price points, from $8 to $12, are appropriate for the ingredients being utilized. The quality spirits and mixers distinguishes itself from others in town and caters to a higher end crowd. A few of these classy concoctions will get your night rolling. We came in to sample the drinks and make our way upstairs for beers & friends. I don't picture myself staying here all night and perhaps it's a good thing they stop serving booze at midnight. There are many places within walking distance to keep the night rolling. A very dimly lit setting helps you focus on your entourage with literally no distractions. There is a lot of dark wood, dark wall coverings, and soft lighting. Your eyes will needs a few minutes to adjust but once dialed in it is very comfortable. Booths can accommodate roughly six people which is the maximum number of patrons they will accept to seat in a group. Greatest hits from Ella Fitzgerald and Louie Armstrong filled the air which made for easy conversation. The service was prompt and drinks came out after a short wait. Cheese, meats, and oysters are the main bites. Certainly not going to fill you up for dinner but a nice compliment to the drink menu. A glossary at the end of the menu lays out what you might be consuming which is handy. This is a unique experience for TC. Following the success of 7 Monks this seems to be a natural progression from the owners. Likely this will be a standout in the cocktail arena but I have a sneaky suspicious a few more will pop up in the area (if they haven't already). The sum of Low Bar's parts makes for a great experience. read more

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I'm not really sure what to say about this place. It is absolutely amazing. The atmosphere is incredible, the drinks are out of this world. I've been drinking old fashioneds forever, and I've never had nor made an old fashioned as amazing as this one. If you're a fan of the "speakeasy" type experience and great cocktails DO NOT PASS THID PLACE UP!!!! Alex was our bartender and she was the best we've ever seen. Kudos to this bar; they have perfected the mold on cool bars with the perfect atmosphere and drinks. read more

Such a great bar! So many good cocktails. Adam was a killer bartender and always had a good recommendation at the ready for whatever we were looking to try. Hidden gem in Traverse City for sure. Check it out if you're in the area...you won't be disappointed. read more

Great vibe! Happy hour is from 5-7pm and offers $5 select drinks and meat and cheese boards or fondue. We ordered the pineapple whiskey sour and the mint Collins with a board of snacks. Awesome place!! read more

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Really nice atmosphere. The drinks are pricey but delicious and definitely worth it. Wait staff was super nice and accommodating for moving tables when more people arrived in our group. Will be back again. Recommend the Sangria! read more

This place is a great underground bar that reminds me of a speakeasy in terms of lighting and decor. The drinks are well thought out, crafter and amazing. The bar tenders are attentive and kind and friendly. It was actually great to talk to them and they held their conversations well. The crowd is mixed. There are those that are older that's it in their plush booth seats and those pounder types that hang at the bar toasting their friends birthdays and the like. Overall an amazing experience. Definitely a place to come when in TC :-) read more

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Great drinks, make sure to ask for the happy hour menu from 5-7. $5 for a good menu. Not sure if we would get the HH price or not. read more

Low Bar - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Traverse City, Michigan

Wait times for drinks are absolutely ridiculous. Arrived at the bar at 08:10pm, was seated by 8:20pm. The server gave us menus immediately when seated which was a plus but never came back to our table to take our order. We ended up having to wave down another server to take our order. Being a Chicagoan and seeing drinks in Traverse City being $14 is absolutely ridiculous. In addition the menu is very limited with less than 10 speciality cocktails. The cocktails were mid and only half of the drinks my group ordered were tasteful. Next time I visit Traverse City, I want to give it another shot with a different round of servers. read more

One of the coolest bars I've been to. Prohibition style with a cozy atmosphere and huge cocktail menu. The Amelia is one of my favorite drinks ever! read more

A fun little speakeasy next to 7Monks. We texted the number on the door and quickly received a text back. We headed downstairs to a room lit by candlelight. The four drinks we tried were good but not amazing. The vibe was relaxed and very classic speakeasy. Overall, I enjoyed the atmosphere and drinks. read more

I know you are trying your best during Covid but I texted you for my friends and I to experience your bar and you never texted back! I then asked a man at the door and was given a haute "they'll text back!" Never got a text back an hour later very frustrating. read more

If your not paying attention you may just walk by but don't. Great atmosphere, service and very unique drink menu. There isn't much food options but their charcuterie board is a nice compliment to any of their drinks. read more

Very cool vibe and drinks! Only been once - there was a little bit of a wait on a Friday evening in Nov. (maybe 20-30 min?) which wasn't a big deal, but just fyi in case thats a normal thing. Makes sense since it's all craft cocktails so it takes extra time to make everything! read more

Started our night out here for classic cocktails and we were not disappointed. Great atmosphere with darker lighting. Pricing was very good, definitely worth every dollar you spend. read more

We had some interesting and excellent tasting drinks here. The house made cocktails stand out, but the place is just too dark. I know that's part of its charm, but it could be slightly lighter and still a unique vibe from any other place in town. Service was solid when we went. Still this place is more of a novelty and not the kind of place I'd like to just hang out for awhile. It may be a great place to take folks to show them you're in the know. read more

Super cool bar in downstairs space - felt like I was in NYC not TC! Great and creative cocktail menu - we had a great time trying some really original combos. Fun and will be back! read more

Excellent drinks, good service, superb charcuterie selection. This is the place you bring someone to impress or a good group of friends for a good night out. Know your way around whiskies, wine and cheese if you're bringing a date. read more

Must-visit in downtown TC! I took my boyfriend here for cocktails following dinner at amical and we were both so impressed! Super cool atmosphere with low lighting and funky wallpaper and the drinks were awesome! They have classic cocktails and their signatures, as well as an extensive alcohol selection- my boyfriend ordered a smoky signature cocktail and the presentation was top-notch. We'll be back on our next visit to TC! read more