Beth LeFevre
We were excited to go and try some handmade craft cocktails. The Night Vision was watery and had no flavor despite the description sounding complex and flavorful. It was served with crushed ice that tasted like freezer burn. I didn’t finish it. The Boulevardier was too bitter, overly cherry, and had no bourbon taste. The blended whiskey bourbon of the flight tasted like cheap Jack Daniel’s. The bar smelled of bleach and chlorine like a public pool. It was humid too. Very disappointed in the experience and will not return nor recommend
… moreErin Byrski
I want this place to succeed! The bar tender was knowledgeable and recommended great drinks for my mom and I on her birthday. We enjoyed the quiet atmosphere but really believe this place should be full! Great happy hour specials and they even do fun event nights like murder mysteries and paint + sip.
… moreVanessa Kasiukiewicz
I love going to Bitter Tom’s in Lake Orion so I was super excited to visit their new tasting room in downtown Rochester! They distill their own spirits and they don’t use anything artificial in their drinks which is such a huge plus! You can truly notice a difference in comparison to other bars where drinks are made very sugary and taste artificial. Each drink here tastes amazing so you truly can’t go wrong. The people behind the bar are knowledgeable, accommodating, and so friendly! The whole space provides such a great atmosphere to enjoy drinks with friends!
… moreJames Resovsky
Great bartenders! Sam & Kylie were mixologist extraordinaries! Great, fresh, creative recipes. Prices are RIGHT. Highly recommend!…
….Their Reposado Tequila is one of the best ‘under $60’ U will ever have. Bought a bottle. Absolutely no additives, smooth, distinct flavor.
… moreLauren
Rating a 1 star as we were unable to try it and the very limited staff interaction we had was negative.
Yesterday, we rushed through our meal at O’Connor’s to make it here before the posted closing time of 9:00 PM. We arrived before 8:25 PM, which is still over 30 minutes before close and, in our experience, typically enough time for a quick drink.
Upon walking in, we were told they were closing and were turned away. There is no mention online of a last-call time or last-entry policy, and no explanation was provided at the door.
If you stop serving guests significantly before the posted closing time, that should be clearly stated on your website so customers can plan accordingly. We were extremely frustrated to rush through an expensive dinner to arrive during posted hours, only to be turned away.
Unfortunately, without clear information about when guests are actually served, we likely won’t return.
… moreKristine Lott
Had a memorable time at Bitter Tom’s. Sam is an excellent mixologist and we all tried quite a few different drinks. Coconut “Mounds”, The “IT” Girl, Habanero Margarita and Spiced Rum with Sam’s Allspice chaser were all delicious. Sam made all the difference! Will be back for bacon bourbon.
… moreClaire Sickon
Great cocktails and wonderful service. Very cute bar in the middle of downtown Rochester. The staff was great for recommending cocktails and able to made drink modifications. Highly recommend.
… moreMelanie Lechner
We had a few craft cocktails here. Sam the bartender we had is so knowledgeable and passionate about the drinks he makes. The drinks we had were outstanding and different. I would put Sam’s drinks against Sugarhouse drinks in Detroit! Check this place out if you have not done so yet!
… moreSteven Negus
Love this place! Kendall and Paul were FANTASTIC! Loved the service, the drinks and the energy from the bartenders! Cannot recommend enough and will definitely be coming back!
… moreRobert Wulbrecht
The craft cocktails are the feature at Bitter Toms, and they are very unique. It’s not a restaurant, but they offer a small charcuterie board and snacks.
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