Elusive - Botanical Bar by Dashfire

The atmosphere here is warm and romantic, with a welcoming staff that makes you feel right at home. The music has a fun, funky vibe--perfectly balanced so we could easily chat. It was an excellent choice for Valentine's Day!I had the Eldest Sage gin, while my husband went for the Bitter Devil with Ancho Cacao and Rhubarb. Both were draft cocktails, yet crafted with such care and precision that they felt just as special as any made-to-order drink. They have an extensive collection of elixirs that is sublime. The Old Fashioned cocktail flight was a highlight--we got to try the Irish, bourbon, and rye variations. Turns out, I'm a rye girl! Who knew? It was incredibly smooth and delicious.

Came here after a friend suggested I tried it! I loved the vibes with all the cozy sitting spaces. I had the holiday rum punch and my partner had the old fashioned flight. The drinks were delicious--boozy and tasty. There seems to be several interesting cocktails on the menu that I'd like to try next time! My only downside...the place was fairly busy and they didn't seem to have an efficient way to order and pickup drinks quickly. We waited in a long line to order and for another 10+ min to get our drinks. Seems like something a cocktail room should have figured out!

Checked out this distillery in NE this past summerReally enjoyed the cocktails and sitting at the bar watching them being madeThey use and sell a lot of house made bitters and also offer couple cocktail flights- inside staff super nicePrices aren't bad , the patio is cute for summer only downside is right next to train tracks so every time a train passes it is super loud and annoying Not the friendliest bartender on the patio- Drinks are fun and aesthetically pleasing but also taste good

This is a criminally underrated spot in Northeast. Tucked behind other businesses in the Thorp Building, its an easy one to miss. But the drinks and vibes are unforgettable, a beautifully made space (with its own quirks!) that is great for a couple drinks with someone special. The cocktail room is laid back but tastefully done up, and the cocktail menu is always changing and expertly crafted. We went for their Tiki event and they did a fantastic job of doing up the place without it being too much. Bonus points for the themed vinyl wall! The tiki drinks were both beautiful and delicious, a good mix of classics and originals with a Dashfire twist. The regular menu is great as well, highly recommend the Spanish Gin and Tonic.As a bonus, the front area of this space has a variety of Bitters, Liqueurs and premade cocktails for sale. Bitters can even be sampled, a great idea before committing to a whole bottle of their creative products. Very nice if you are looking for a gift or souvenir for a cocktail enthusiast.

This place is in the same building as Tattersall ( I know, I didn't know either). You can just walk out the front entrance and keep going left down the main hallway to find Elusive! When you walk in, you will see a bitters rack, (and you can try them all!) along with canned cocktails. I love the whole interior vibe- where else can you see a cocktail laboratory within a vaguely art deco-inspired lounge? And the more recently-opened patio is a gem, especially on a hot day. They have a second bar outside and the patio has tons of shaded areas. It reminds be more of a beach club than a bar, with it's relaxing teal umbrellas and wicker couches, but unlike a beach club, the music isn't too loud. There are many cocktails that I loved here. The Spanish Gin and Tonic, which comes in a beautiful giant glass (pictured). Ube Piña Colada (the purple one) and the Paloma Vista were also delicious. We also split an espresso martini at the end of the night (pictured). I usually like my coffee drinks on the creamier/chocolatier side, so I was surprised to enjoy their recipe, which managed to incorporate both of those flavors without using actual cream. The hardest part was carrying in my coup glass down the hallway to the patio.This family business is one of my favorite bars in the TC! I have met some of their bartenders out and about, and they only have positive things to say.August 2024 Update: Photos added from their tiki pop-up event! We tried the Jungle Flame (spiced rum, pineapple, mango, lime, demerara, chili pepper, star anise bitters) and the Bird of Paradise (a take on a Jungle Bird). The Jungle Flame definitely had a kick to it, while the Bird was good, but a little too subtle (probably because of the rhubarb). I think it just needed one flavor to be a little bit stronger. Both were served beautifully, and there were several more drinks on the tiki menu that I was interested in trying.

Has a speakeasy feel once you enter thru the bottling area. No food available but really creative & tasty beverages! Order at the bar & they call you when your order is ready. Nice selection of canned & bottled items to go! Really tastefully decorated area; NOTE: they were quite inundated by a distillery tour bus when we arrived so try to avoid that. (Tattersall's cocktail room is just a few steps away - only until 11/30/24)

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.

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.

Found this hidden gem when looking for a cocktail after dinner up the street at Momo Sushi. Lovely patio with really chill vibes. The bartender was super friendly and made excellent cocktails. The old fashioned was particularly good. Definitely worth checking out if you're in NE and want to try something new!

It was a little scary walking in alone because you have to walk through the dock door and down a long dark hallway next to all the equipment but it's a cool concept! I didn't realize there was parking outside so I parked in the residential streets and walked around the building, but there's plenty of spots right outside. The bar itself is small and only has a few long tables and couches, but it's perfect for meeting a friend or a smaller group. It was quiet and very aesthetic inside. The staff was really nice and welcomed us in with menus and said to order at the bar. I tried the elderflower drink and it was incredible! The non alcoholic pina colada was sweet but tasted fresh. I love that all the drinks come in different glass shapes. We didn't try the hand pies but they looked like a unique bar snack that I'll try next time!