What People Are Saying About Owl Tree
The Editor
Patrick Heig
Citysearch
Formerly a dive/shrine to owls, The Owl Tree's reopened as a swanky neighborhood/after-work bar. The interior got the hotel-lobby treatment--plush red carpet, dark wood paneling and a row of mini chandeliers--while the outside got a tile mosaic of an owl, in accordance with the late founder's wish that the bar remain "owl-themed." Cheap prices and dive swill are out, and ultra-premuim bottles (J. Cuervo de la Familia tequila, Bowmore 18 Scotch) and comtemporary cocktails (Dark and Stormy, Cucumber Gimlet) are in. A trophy case dedicated to the nocturnal glory of the previous The Owl Tree is…
06/13/06
Kooky but great place for a drink
by rumrunner01 at Citysearch
I was in the City with some out of state friends and we stopped by here for a drink after an all day shopping and sightseeing and winetasting day. It was really a lot of fun. We were immediately greeted and given bowls of yummy snacks (Gardetto's) and a wet-nap for salty fingers and drink orders taken immediately. The drinks were very good and the bartenders were friendly. The owner, Bobby, was there and we chatted with him and he is quite funny. He wound up buying us a round of drinks. We weren't ready to leave but had an early morning and had hoped to go back the next night but we ran out of steam. I'd definitely go back to this bar for a few drinks and great atmosphere.
- Pros: Great ambiance, good strong drinks. fun patrons and employees, very laid back
- Cons: Very small, may be hard to get a seat. Prices are along the li
The Details on Owl Tree
Where to Sit:
A stool at the bar offers the best view of the flatscreens, but heavy-petters will opt for the cozy, semi-private nook in the back.
Know Before You Go:
This spot gets a lot of foot traffic, fills up fast and there really isn't any comfortable place to stand. Keep a backup bar in mind.
Parking:
This is a tough area to find parking, but it's a bar--you shouldn't be driving anyway!
Category:
Trees, Shrub & Tree Services, Bars & Pubs, Bars & Clubs
Payment Methods:
Visa, MasterCard
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