Amazing staff, relaxing by the fireplace great atmosphere and people a must visit
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Lobster Roll
Caleb m
Despite staying at The Press Hotel numerous times we never grabbed a drink at the bar here and always went out instead. I kinda regret that and believe this was the perfect spot to end our night before returning to our room. With a small bar but a vast amount of lounge chairs and other comfortable seating, there is area for a good amount of people. Similarly priced cocktails as many other spots in the area with the ability to ask for other common drinks as well. I enjoyed both the Grapefruit Paloma and Bee’s Knees. It was quite a surprising dead night for a Friday according to the bartender but it was nice chatting about local spots including lots about some local breweries. Friendly and knowledgeable bartender with good drinks and nice vibes! What else could you ask for from a hotel bar/lounge? They do also offer some snacks/light bites but didn’t try any so no word on those. A popular spot for people grabbing a drink before or after a show at Merrill Auditorium.
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Marushka G.
We were waiting for our room today and got a little food and drink. The charcuterie was wonderful and the oysters for happy hour prices are delicious. Tam our bartender handled a very busy bar with adroit cheeriness. It made waiting pretty pleasant. And for 2.00 an oyster one can't complain. Nice ambience in the lobby of the Press.
Chris Quinn
Nice lobby bar with excellent service.
Jeremy Yowell
Super nice hotel bar in the Press Marriott property. The staff were excellent each time we visited, and the cocktails we tried were very well made. I appreciated the beers on draft, and the nice atmosphere for the bar area (the fireplace puts out a ton of heat!) Would definitely recommend a visit for those staying at the hotel, and for those wanting a hotel bar vibe more generally.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 5
Roma S.
Nice and cozy spot for happy hour at our hotelIt was dreary and cold outside and we didn't really want to brave the elements to go outside for happy hour. So we wimped out and checked into our hotel's bar instead. Glad we did, since the beer was good and had a great time just chillin. It was a perfect cap to our fun pack mini vacay!
Jim Manning
Xpisto is the best!
Theresa
An exquisite hotel lobby bar! Well-designed with printing press artifacts and typewriters. It’s the perfect place to read a book. Or order amazing cocktails! Or, both! I’m savoring an espresso martini with hints of orange and honey, with an espresso-forward flavor profile. Thanks to the talented bartender, Suhail. Bliss!
m p.
Cute little bar with great happy hour specials. Good wines. Exciting foods. Nice bartender. Great place to meet a friend and hang on the comfy chairs.
BJ Badyk
$18 burger was ordered medium. Served 45 minutes later, cold, with uncooked raw meat in the middle. No utensils were given. Drinks were “ok”. Crowd consisted of annoying “bro” types. Not going back.
Drinks were good. we came to hear Travis James Humphrey play because he is a great entertainer and musician. Service was mediocre because I had stand in front of the bar for a long time to get service and the bartender poured the wrong whiskey but by that time I was happy to get the drinks. Later I had to keep reminding him that I ordered a glass of wine besides my cocktail on the second round. Food options are limited. We'll come again to hear Travis but he also plays at other venues like Dogfish that are better and less pricey.
Sasha A.
So with all these 4 and 5 star reviews I will assume we hit this place on an off night. Stopped by around 10 before heading up to the room. Tried to order an expresso martini but the bartender said she was only serving beer and wine. My companion ordered an Allagash and was told it was the last one. Bartender said she had no bar back to replenish anything. So when that beer was finished he asked what others were available. Bartender said one was a sour and the other was some thanksgiving flavored beer that no seems to like. So we cashed out and called it a night. I thought at the hotel checkin we were told there was food available until 11, if so we weren't offered a menu. So overall a terrible experience.
Catherine Brown
Breakfast at Inkwell was delicious and the service very good. My mushroom toast was fresh, full of flavour and so tasty. The orange juice is freshly squeezed (not concentrate) and the coffee was good. Stylish surrounds and comfortable environment. Would recommend.
Joe C.
A limited offering of sides and drinks, but a comfortable and easy atmosphere and upscale venue for a casual gathering or agter work hey together. The hotel is top notch and ales you feel special.
Amazing staff, relaxing by the fireplace great atmosphere and people a must visit
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Lobster Roll
Despite staying at The Press Hotel numerous times we never grabbed a drink at the bar here and always went out instead. I kinda regret that and believe this was the perfect spot to end our night before returning to our room. With a small bar but a vast amount of lounge chairs and other comfortable seating, there is area for a good amount of people. Similarly priced cocktails as many other spots in the area with the ability to ask for other common drinks as well. I enjoyed both the Grapefruit Paloma and Bee’s Knees. It was quite a surprising dead night for a Friday according to the bartender but it was nice chatting about local spots including lots about some local breweries. Friendly and knowledgeable bartender with good drinks and nice vibes! What else could you ask for from a hotel bar/lounge? They do also offer some snacks/light bites but didn’t try any so no word on those. A popular spot for people grabbing a drink before or after a show at Merrill Auditorium.
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
We were waiting for our room today and got a little food and drink. The charcuterie was wonderful and the oysters for happy hour prices are delicious. Tam our bartender handled a very busy bar with adroit cheeriness. It made waiting pretty pleasant. And for 2.00 an oyster one can't complain. Nice ambience in the lobby of the Press.
Nice lobby bar with excellent service.
Super nice hotel bar in the Press Marriott property. The staff were excellent each time we visited, and the cocktails we tried were very well made. I appreciated the beers on draft, and the nice atmosphere for the bar area (the fireplace puts out a ton of heat!) Would definitely recommend a visit for those staying at the hotel, and for those wanting a hotel bar vibe more generally.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 5
Nice and cozy spot for happy hour at our hotelIt was dreary and cold outside and we didn't really want to brave the elements to go outside for happy hour. So we wimped out and checked into our hotel's bar instead. Glad we did, since the beer was good and had a great time just chillin. It was a perfect cap to our fun pack mini vacay!
Xpisto is the best!
An exquisite hotel lobby bar! Well-designed with printing press artifacts and typewriters. It’s the perfect place to read a book. Or order amazing cocktails! Or, both! I’m savoring an espresso martini with hints of orange and honey, with an espresso-forward flavor profile. Thanks to the talented bartender, Suhail. Bliss!
Cute little bar with great happy hour specials. Good wines. Exciting foods. Nice bartender. Great place to meet a friend and hang on the comfy chairs.
$18 burger was ordered medium. Served 45 minutes later, cold, with uncooked raw meat in the middle. No utensils were given. Drinks were “ok”. Crowd consisted of annoying “bro” types. Not going back.
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Chris know how to mix drinks.. love it.
Drinks were good. we came to hear Travis James Humphrey play because he is a great entertainer and musician. Service was mediocre because I had stand in front of the bar for a long time to get service and the bartender poured the wrong whiskey but by that time I was happy to get the drinks. Later I had to keep reminding him that I ordered a glass of wine besides my cocktail on the second round. Food options are limited. We'll come again to hear Travis but he also plays at other venues like Dogfish that are better and less pricey.
So with all these 4 and 5 star reviews I will assume we hit this place on an off night. Stopped by around 10 before heading up to the room. Tried to order an expresso martini but the bartender said she was only serving beer and wine. My companion ordered an Allagash and was told it was the last one. Bartender said she had no bar back to replenish anything. So when that beer was finished he asked what others were available. Bartender said one was a sour and the other was some thanksgiving flavored beer that no seems to like. So we cashed out and called it a night. I thought at the hotel checkin we were told there was food available until 11, if so we weren't offered a menu. So overall a terrible experience.
Breakfast at Inkwell was delicious and the service very good. My mushroom toast was fresh, full of flavour and so tasty. The orange juice is freshly squeezed (not concentrate) and the coffee was good. Stylish surrounds and comfortable environment. Would recommend.
A limited offering of sides and drinks, but a comfortable and easy atmosphere and upscale venue for a casual gathering or agter work hey together. The hotel is top notch and ales you feel special.