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| - This is my favorite bar in downtown Fremont east, hands down.
You enter the door, which is hard to find and often entertaining, and instantly you're at home. Low candlelight and atmospheric art work glow in the background, and a nice house mix is playing through the speakers. Plenty of space to sit at tables, or couches, with any amount of privacy you could want for you and your date or friends.
The drink menu changes with each season. I tend to prefer the winter menus, with more whiskeys and warm concoctions. I wasn't a big fan of the summer menu (too much cucumber). But no matter the season, you're bound to find something on the menu that fits you. Each drink is highly priced, but they're all made with care and the finest ingredients so they're well worth it. I highly recommend the absinthe, served traditionally with cold water dripped over a sugar cube. They have plenty of brands to chose from, and each is a taste of delight.
If you're in a large group, consider ordering one of the old fashioned punch bowls. It's basically a giant cocktail that everyone can share, with individual glasses and a ladle for all. It's a conversation piece for sure, and for the price its well worth the amount served. As with all other cocktails on the menu, the particular punches change with the seasons. Just stop in to see which is on the menu and ask your server.
This is a wonderful place to go for socializing downtown in a high class atmosphere, where you're bound to avoid the screaming drunks of west Fremont. Also, there is a door guard who is very friendly, and ensures that your evening is a safe and enjoyable one.
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