the Drinking issue 25 bars we’re loving right now and what to order there BY CITYBEAT STAFF
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he joke is that “it’s always 5 o’clock somewhere.” That’s certainly true in this Drinking Issue, dedicated to appreciating Cincinnati’s bar scene.
Inside, CityBeat staffers have compiled 25 places they’re drinking right now, from hot spots to favorite dives, and what to order there. You don’t need to consume alcohol to have fun — that’s not what this list is about. Instead, this collection recognizes those third places, separate from work or home, where people come together to socialize, celebrate and commiserate, all while enjoying the atmosphere and, yes, the libations.
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BAR SAESO Bar Saeso offers a transportive experience in Pendleton. Stepping through the skinny front doors into the petite space feels a bit like you’re stepping into a different city — a different country — entirely. Replete with flickering candles, exposed brick, plenty of plants and a terracotta color palette, it very much gives an old-world Barcelona vibe. Co-owner Christy Wulfson once told CityBeat, “Everyone who walks in here [says] it reminds them of somewhere they’ve been, and no one ever says the same place — Argentina, Mexico City, Lisbon, Rome, all across the globe.” What to order: The Condesa. Named after the hip La Condesa neighborhood in Mexico City, this drink is smoky, spicy and sweet featuring mezcal, lemon, hot honey and a Tajindusted orange slice. (Maija Zummo) 1208 Sycamore St., Pendleton, barsaeso.com. Bar Saeso's Condesa cocktail. Photo: Catie Viox for Zest Cincy
