The Cocktails were delicious, creative, fabulous! The bartenders were very friendly and answered every question we could ask. The decor was so classy. We can't wait to go back.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Faux
Not really sure what was up when we went, but our experience was nothing like the photos. Our cocktails came in plastic cups with no toppings (orange, cherries, etc). They were not good drinks. We had one person ahead of us and it took almost 10 minutes. Really no reason to come back with the amazing experience at Tattersall next door except for the bitters.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 1
Service: 1
Benjamin Foster
Great cocktail bar! Staff was friendly and made awesome drinks. They have a wide variety of flavored bitters.
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Eric Woodruff
Drinks were good. Hand pie was good bit took forever to get it
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Hand Pies
Zinzile Sibanda
This place is 10/10 and the people are 20/10! I was there last night to celebrate my husband’s birthday and they went above and beyond with helping me pull off the surprise. When some of the balloons I had floated off, they got a ladder to get them for me. I brought a cake with me, and they provided plates and cutlery for us which I did not expect!! Everyone was absolutely incredible and I’m so grateful for all they did. THANK YOU.The drinks are amazing and the atmosphere is beautiful. It’s a wonderful place for a date night, hang out with friends or a place to celebrate your birthday. I highly recommend!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Ashish G.
I loved this speakeasy. We were there on a cold (proper MN cold) night. It's in the same complex as Tattersall - look for dock #10 and you will see a well lit door . As soon as one enters it they are enveloped in smells of bitters - I mostly recognized the warm spices of old fashion bitters which I . One walks through a dark but neon (purplish) hue that is sufficient to safely mark the path. On the night we were there the place was mellow with few other groups - all in all maybe 10-15 patrons. Which suited us well as we met another couple friends and we were able to sit across each other and carry on conversations without having to shout. Drink menu is limited compared to say, Tattersall or old Marvel bar. But they have a good list of classics (think Old Fashion, Manhattan, Negroni, etc) as well as some of their own creations. One could order some snacks or hand pies or ice cream too. We ordered some Dots to snack on with drinks. They also sell their Dashfire bitters in one of the corners. I enjoyed the place and our night very much. Would recommend for a calm vibe and well made drinks.
Brianna Nelson
Awesome place! Went here with some friends and loved the atmosphere and drinks. Both the pina nolado (added rum) and the chicory Xander were really good. The staff were so helpful and kind, too!
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Jackie B.
We discovered Elusive through Pub Pass and it was a great find! It's located in a warehouse where they also do distilling and the ambiance inside is great. Plenty of comfy couches or high tops to sit at whether you're with one other person, or a larger group. The cocktails were excellent and the menu includes a lot of creative options, including an option for experimenting with a new drink. You'll find something no matter what you like!
Mike Madison
Great cozy spot. Not overly lit or noisy. Great bartenders, cool ambiance and great selection of unique
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Amie D.
Stopped by Elusive on a Friday for a preshow drink . There are two ways to enter and exit into the parking lot which is by a train track. Parking was plenty at this thorp building. There are several doors and other bldgs on this strip and since it was my first time there, I had to look up their website to see how to find their door. Look for the door with the purple light and walk down a dimly lit path with cool neon lights and elusive sign written on the wall--speakeasy vibes y'all. Upon entering I noticed that they had contemp style furniture, neat wall decors and a warehouse style open space. I was handed a menu when I walked in and I settled down at one of their couch waiting for a friend to show up. You order from the bar, which was smaller than most bars I've been to. I ordered the eldest sage and I believe my friend got some smoky spicy tequila with basil and lemon-- can't find it on the online menu though. Their drinks are pretty unique and I was looking to try something new. My friend did wish the smoky flavor of her drink was less intense. Their one year anniversary is coming up, hope they do something to celebrate. Nice place all around and unique for sure. It'll be great place to throw a party. Check them out if you looking for something different/unique
What a great Northeast hidden gem! My new favorite cocktail bar. Right next to Tattersall, with a beautiful retro ambiance and fantastic drinks. You order and pick up your drinks at the bar, and take them to your seat. I got the Trippie Red which was perfectly sweet and reminded me a bit of summer. My boyfriend got the Old Fashioned, which is such a classic and his favorite cocktail- he said it was very good. I was so tempted to "be a part of the experiment" and order something created for me by the bartender- and I will definitely do so next time! They also offer some food options-hand pies, ice cream, and pretzels. They also have a small store on site selling their own bitters, cherries, cocktails, spirits, and merch.
Laurie K.
Went to the vendor show today and waited 35 minutes in line for a drink. No big deal until my friends and people behind me were getting drinks after I had been still waiting for mine. I go to say something and the manager was rude and said my order was just placed 11 minutes ago. Which it had been paid for 35 minutes prior. I would recommend planning ahead for more workers before you take on serving drinks for a big event. Would not recommend based on the lack of service and rudeness of manager.
Sarah K.
I was super excited to check out this place as they usually aren't open when I'm in town. Walking in you get to see their full distilling/packaging line backlit and it sets the tone for a really cool entrance. The barspace itself is really open and has a dim, chill vibe. Records hang on the wall, as well as industrial lighting and art, then a corner is laid out to showcase their bitters, liquors and canned cocktails. Their menu is diverse and had options for everyone, including a chance to be a part of the experience. Their bartenders have a creation in the works they allow for customers to try and give their feedback on. In this event it was a two hot buttered rums, which my friend tried and really enjoyed. I personally am more of a gin/bourbon girl, and got the Elder Sage which I really liked. It was effervescent and well balanced. However, the service seemed to lack this evening. The bartender certainly was knowledgable and friendly, but was focused on a group they knew, and didn't really acknowledge us which was unfortunate. My second drink was an old fashioned, which was pretty dry and watered down for what I like. I'd certainly go back and give it another shot though! I know holiday weeks are tricky.
Madelyn Shafer
Wonderful atmosphere and good drinks. They distribute drinks at the bar only and it was difficult hearing when your name was called when you ordered a drink. A waitress or some other process may suffice for future efficiency.
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 3
Maïa S.
Had the enormous fortune of visiting Elusive for one of their cocktail classes. one word: WOW. Jeff, the king himself, was so knowledgeable, present, and passionate about alcohol history and making a drink with integrity. It was wonderful to see where the drinks were distilled as well. I recommend the class as well as the drinks-- all of the highest quality.
The Cocktails were delicious, creative, fabulous! The bartenders were very friendly and answered every question we could ask. The decor was so classy. We can't wait to go back.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Not really sure what was up when we went, but our experience was nothing like the photos. Our cocktails came in plastic cups with no toppings (orange, cherries, etc). They were not good drinks. We had one person ahead of us and it took almost 10 minutes. Really no reason to come back with the amazing experience at Tattersall next door except for the bitters.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 1
Service: 1
Great cocktail bar! Staff was friendly and made awesome drinks. They have a wide variety of flavored bitters.
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Drinks were good. Hand pie was good bit took forever to get it
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Hand Pies
This place is 10/10 and the people are 20/10! I was there last night to celebrate my husband’s birthday and they went above and beyond with helping me pull off the surprise. When some of the balloons I had floated off, they got a ladder to get them for me. I brought a cake with me, and they provided plates and cutlery for us which I did not expect!! Everyone was absolutely incredible and I’m so grateful for all they did. THANK YOU.The drinks are amazing and the atmosphere is beautiful. It’s a wonderful place for a date night, hang out with friends or a place to celebrate your birthday. I highly recommend!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I loved this speakeasy. We were there on a cold (proper MN cold) night. It's in the same complex as Tattersall - look for dock #10 and you will see a well lit door . As soon as one enters it they are enveloped in smells of bitters - I mostly recognized the warm spices of old fashion bitters which I . One walks through a dark but neon (purplish) hue that is sufficient to safely mark the path. On the night we were there the place was mellow with few other groups - all in all maybe 10-15 patrons. Which suited us well as we met another couple friends and we were able to sit across each other and carry on conversations without having to shout. Drink menu is limited compared to say, Tattersall or old Marvel bar. But they have a good list of classics (think Old Fashion, Manhattan, Negroni, etc) as well as some of their own creations. One could order some snacks or hand pies or ice cream too. We ordered some Dots to snack on with drinks. They also sell their Dashfire bitters in one of the corners. I enjoyed the place and our night very much. Would recommend for a calm vibe and well made drinks.
Awesome place! Went here with some friends and loved the atmosphere and drinks. Both the pina nolado (added rum) and the chicory Xander were really good. The staff were so helpful and kind, too!
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
We discovered Elusive through Pub Pass and it was a great find! It's located in a warehouse where they also do distilling and the ambiance inside is great. Plenty of comfy couches or high tops to sit at whether you're with one other person, or a larger group. The cocktails were excellent and the menu includes a lot of creative options, including an option for experimenting with a new drink. You'll find something no matter what you like!
Great cozy spot. Not overly lit or noisy. Great bartenders, cool ambiance and great selection of unique
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Stopped by Elusive on a Friday for a preshow drink . There are two ways to enter and exit into the parking lot which is by a train track. Parking was plenty at this thorp building. There are several doors and other bldgs on this strip and since it was my first time there, I had to look up their website to see how to find their door. Look for the door with the purple light and walk down a dimly lit path with cool neon lights and elusive sign written on the wall--speakeasy vibes y'all. Upon entering I noticed that they had contemp style furniture, neat wall decors and a warehouse style open space. I was handed a menu when I walked in and I settled down at one of their couch waiting for a friend to show up. You order from the bar, which was smaller than most bars I've been to. I ordered the eldest sage and I believe my friend got some smoky spicy tequila with basil and lemon-- can't find it on the online menu though. Their drinks are pretty unique and I was looking to try something new. My friend did wish the smoky flavor of her drink was less intense. Their one year anniversary is coming up, hope they do something to celebrate. Nice place all around and unique for sure. It'll be great place to throw a party. Check them out if you looking for something different/unique
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What a great Northeast hidden gem! My new favorite cocktail bar. Right next to Tattersall, with a beautiful retro ambiance and fantastic drinks. You order and pick up your drinks at the bar, and take them to your seat. I got the Trippie Red which was perfectly sweet and reminded me a bit of summer. My boyfriend got the Old Fashioned, which is such a classic and his favorite cocktail- he said it was very good. I was so tempted to "be a part of the experiment" and order something created for me by the bartender- and I will definitely do so next time! They also offer some food options-hand pies, ice cream, and pretzels. They also have a small store on site selling their own bitters, cherries, cocktails, spirits, and merch.
Went to the vendor show today and waited 35 minutes in line for a drink. No big deal until my friends and people behind me were getting drinks after I had been still waiting for mine. I go to say something and the manager was rude and said my order was just placed 11 minutes ago. Which it had been paid for 35 minutes prior. I would recommend planning ahead for more workers before you take on serving drinks for a big event. Would not recommend based on the lack of service and rudeness of manager.
I was super excited to check out this place as they usually aren't open when I'm in town. Walking in you get to see their full distilling/packaging line backlit and it sets the tone for a really cool entrance. The barspace itself is really open and has a dim, chill vibe. Records hang on the wall, as well as industrial lighting and art, then a corner is laid out to showcase their bitters, liquors and canned cocktails. Their menu is diverse and had options for everyone, including a chance to be a part of the experience. Their bartenders have a creation in the works they allow for customers to try and give their feedback on. In this event it was a two hot buttered rums, which my friend tried and really enjoyed. I personally am more of a gin/bourbon girl, and got the Elder Sage which I really liked. It was effervescent and well balanced. However, the service seemed to lack this evening. The bartender certainly was knowledgable and friendly, but was focused on a group they knew, and didn't really acknowledge us which was unfortunate. My second drink was an old fashioned, which was pretty dry and watered down for what I like. I'd certainly go back and give it another shot though! I know holiday weeks are tricky.
Wonderful atmosphere and good drinks. They distribute drinks at the bar only and it was difficult hearing when your name was called when you ordered a drink. A waitress or some other process may suffice for future efficiency.
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 3
Had the enormous fortune of visiting Elusive for one of their cocktail classes. one word: WOW. Jeff, the king himself, was so knowledgeable, present, and passionate about alcohol history and making a drink with integrity. It was wonderful to see where the drinks were distilled as well. I recommend the class as well as the drinks-- all of the highest quality.