When you're in the mood for a nicely crafted cocktail, Twisted Liquid has that panache that you're…read morelooking for in a cocktail bar. They have the smoke and the foam and the cool-looking, Instagram-worthy drinks. Don't get it twisted, though: Twisted Liquid ain't cheap! But you're paying for professional bartenders creating creative beverages. You want to come here to impress a date, not get buzzed on Michelob Ultras. I visited strictly for a drink, so I didn't check out their food menu. But apparently, they do serve food here, mostly starters, snacks and small plates, but also a few mains. My love for gin is never-ending, much like my love for Lewis Carroll and Alice in Wonderland, so when I saw a drink called Painting the Roses Red, you know that's the one that I got. It is a white tea-infused gin with elderflower liqueur, Pinot Gris, lemon juice and rose water. A little ice rose came floating in the drink. It was so pretty, and pretty potent! I like when my adult drinks actually have alcohol in them, and mine certainly did. Our bartender was lovely and knew how to make a lot of drinks with a little flair for each one. I came with a group, and we all sat at the bar and had a wonderful time.

I wanted to share feedback regarding our recent dining experience to celebrate my son's graduation…read morewith family and friends as it was unfortunately very disappointing -- especially considering the price point and expectations presented for your restaurant and event reservations. First, the menu was extremely limited for both food and drinks. While the cocktails were enjoyable, the food quality and portions did not come close to justifying the $300+ we spent. We ordered the shrimp and wagyu skewers expecting thoughtfully prepared dishes. Instead, the shrimp appeared comparable to pre-made shrimp cocktail shrimp placed on a stick rather than freshly grilled seafood. The wagyu skewer lacked the quality and presentation expected from a fine dining establishment and honestly tasted more like beef stroganoff without noodles. I also ordered the lobster bisque, which was served lukewarm and tasted as though it came from a can. The Caesar salad with smoked trout was acceptable, but the trout resembled salmon more than smoked trout, and the dressing tasted bottled rather than house-made. What made the experience more frustrating was the lack of transparency regarding the menu prior to the event reservation. For a restaurant that strictly enforces reservations and cancellation fees, customers reasonably expect a much higher level of quality, preparation, and overall dining experience. Our server was kind, attentive, and did their best throughout the evening, so I truly appreciate their effort. However, much of the remaining staff appeared stressed, overwhelmed, and unwelcoming, which added to the uncomfortable atmosphere. Overall, the experience felt far from the fine dining experience being advertised. The drinks were honestly the only standout part of the evening. I also have to mention that the food we received looked nothing like the photos posted online and in Google reviews. It genuinely made us wonder if there was an issue in the kitchen this evening, because the quality and execution were nowhere near what was being represented publicly. I sincerely hope this feedback is taken constructively because there is a significant disconnect between the pricing, expectations, and actual dining experience being delivered.

Of your then owner off this pace not your best employee letting no one in This place could be so…read moremuch better Ok well found out getting in only 2 bartenders barely able to keep up This has to be the worst run bar in blacksburg

Found them on Yelp while looking for a place open past 10pm. We wanted a full meal and this place…read moredelivered. Staff: awesome service! Kudos to the main guy taking our order and bringing it to our table. He was the all around order taker, drink maker and very patient guy. Food: Bar food at its finest, and I say this with all appreciation. The fries are the best we have had in a long time. Perfectly seasoned and fried fresh and a huge basket. Most of our group ordered the generous portions of French dip. We also got the pirogies with house made onion dip. His cocktails were yummy and a nice heavy pour. Ambiance: straight up bar atmosphere complete with a front room dart area. Bathrooms are clean, tables are high tops with lots of seating. Would be nice to have more lighting but hey it's a pub. Crowd looks local and a bit older than the average college demographic. We will definitely be back.

Love this bar and their food. They have very good wings and burgers, and always make great…read morecocktails. Their BOGO burger deal on Mondays doesn't hurt either. Even when it's crowded, the service is relatively good, and I really like the music posters around the area. There are some pool tables in the back, but good luck to you if you want to play on weekend nights, as the line fills up pretty quickly. It also gets insanely crowded in there on weekends, so if you are not a fan of crowds (like me), I would go here on a weekday.

Place is awesome. Highly recommend the Bison Cheeseburger Wrap. Spot is clean, servers are kind,…read morethey're undoubtedly one of the best casual sit down spots in Blacksburg for sure, would recommend taking visitors, watching football, etc.

Was met by owner at door. The waitress was very polite and jovially helpful. The atmosphere was…read morehistoric and told the story of returning home. The art work done by Aunt Lizzy was grand. We had meatloaf and brisket with a Stout and Porter. Remarkable experience and we will return again. A plus was a street festival outside.

I'm in town visiting a childhood friend and we came here for dinner. As we were walking to the…read moreTavern, I noticed a cute little house that didn't match the other architectural designs of the other establishments in the area (brick and "modern" looking buildings). I was caught off guard when my friend walked up the stairs to the house because from initial appearance, I wouldn't have thought this was the restaurant! Upon walking in, the host greeted us and told us his name was Dan and that he was the owner of the restaurant! It was really cool to see that the owner is truly passionate about his restaurant and will show up to put in the work, even during the later hours. In terms of the food, I went with the Hungry Hokie which was a mashed potato bowl with with bits of meatloaf and chicken, green beans, macaroni and cheese. It also came with a biscuit or cornbread, I opted in with the cornbread. The food was absolutely hearty and had pretty good flavor! The one wish that I had was that it came in a bigger portion as it didn't fully fill me up. If I was in town again, I'd definitely consider going back to try the other items on the menu!

Male bartender in grey shirt 2/6 top floor said fucking idiot to me twice while making my drink…read more Changed my order mid way.

bartender stole my credit card and drink for buying a drink…read morefor another patron. i then got kicked out and when asked for the manager got called a "fucking pussy" by the bartender on hand. to which i got no credit for tje drink i bought my friend

One of the best bars in town. Great vibes and drinks (the trash can is a Blacksburg classic). The…read morebar can get super crowded, but the lines to the bar and bathroom move pretty quickly. They also have music bingo on Thursday nights and other fun events. The upstairs (in true dive bar fashion) is a smoking section, so be aware of that if you are sensitive, but the downstairs is no smoking. There is also a section with dartboards so you can play with your friends.

One of our best meals in Blacksburg! The place is super divey so we weren't sure how we would feel…read morebut everything we had was delicious. We had the appetizer sampler platter, a burger, and Caesar wrap. We went over the summer so this is likely a popular spot when students are back but it's worth going for a good meal.

This is one of my favorite places to go out on the weekends, and they have a fantastic beer and…read moredrink selection. I have never tried the food, so I can't speak for that, but the others I went with have tried it and they liked it. The service is very quick, especially considering how crowded it can be, and they have tap to pay, which is nice. I really like the nautical maps around the restaurant, which are super fun to look at. The game section is also very fun and it's a great place to come and chill with friends. The only reason I am not giving it five stars is that I have had some friends who had a negative experience being denied at the door, despite being of age.

My first drink was $8.35 before tip and my second (the same order) was $14.45 before tip.read more

Love going to tots on a weekend. The drinks are very reasonable and the line to the bar moves…read morequickly even on crowded nights. And when I say it gets crowded, I mean CROWDED. On Tuesdays, Fridays, and Saturdays, the crowd is packed wall to wall with people. The food is decent but good if you have been drinking. The line to get in can be insane at times, but it normally moves pretty quickly. The staff is generally pretty nice too. If you're in Blacksburg and want the "authentic" college bar experience, go to tots and get a picture with the flag!

Managers were great at supplying happy dads and so nice. Great atmosphere. Great people. Great…read moredrinks