Dark Room

$$ • Cocktail Bar

About Dark Room

Dark Room is a cozy, dark-themed cocktail bar with a Korea-inspired ambiance and unique decor. The menu features solid food options, including the popular rice bowl with spam. The deep menu of original cocktails offers great flavor pairings, whether you prefer sweet, savory, herbal, light, or complex tastes. They are particularly skilled at introducing various amaro to bring in interesting notes. Creative cocktails, such as the Oaxacan Sockem Rumbots and Kimcheech & Chong, are delicious but pricey. The food is tasty with a fair number of gluten-free options, although the selection remains limited. The olive plate is a favorite, with amazing olives and tasty dip for the chips. Friendly, fun, and responsive staff add to the relaxed vibe. The intimate space can get crowded on weekends but still maintains a non-claustrophobic feel. Fun touches like complimentary Polaroid photos for certain cocktails enhance the experience. The cocktails are absolutely incredible, and the food, including the chili oil broccoli, green beans, and kimchi pimento cheese, is the gem that makes this place shine. The bartenders are knowledgeable, and the space is a cool one to hang out, read a book, or chat with friends.