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Bars & Drinks in Highlands

The Nearby Bar

4.7
212 Google reviews$$ · Moderate

Rates above the average for bars & drinks near Highlands — one of 26 we've tracked here.

Things to Know

The Nearby Bar is a craft cocktail bar in the Platte Street neighborhood known for bespoke, customized drinks created by talented bartenders who work without a traditional menu, located in a polished yet welcoming neighborhood setting.

Bartenders here excel at creating personalized drinks tailored to your taste—whether you describe a movie, a feeling, or just a few flavor preferences—with impressive craft and genuine warmth.

  • Bartenders create bespoke cocktails on the fly based on customer prompts (movie titles, moods, descriptions) rather than relying on a standard menu
  • Knowledgeable, attentive staff who are warm and helpful without being overbearing
  • Elevated yet unpretentious vibe that feels polished and cozy at the same time
  • High-quality spirits and thoughtfully balanced drinks with creative ingredients

Based on Google reviews · AI summarized

Hours

Monday: 4:00 PM – 12:00 AM

Tuesday: 4:00 PM – 12:00 AM

Wednesday: 4:00 PM – 12:00 AM

Thursday: 4:00 PM – 12:00 AM

Friday: 4:00 PM – 12:00 AM

Saturday: 2:00 PM – 12:00 AM

Sunday: 2:00 PM – 12:00 AM

Closed now

People Order

  • bespoke cocktails customized to your mood or prompt
  • quality spirits and bar bites

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What Visitors Say

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Cristian Martin

3 months ago

Cool joint in the Platte St. neighborhood. I appreciate coming here after a long day of work, the vibes are always chill and on point. They’ve got a wide variety of quality spirits and some bites if you’re hungry. Cocktail Menu? You don’t even need it. Just drop a few words and let the bartenders work their magic. Bring a date, bring a friend.. it’s perfect for any occasion

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Nathan Meshberg

a month ago

Nearby Bar earns a full five stars. From the moment you walk in, the space feels polished yet effortlessly cool, with an original vibe that’s both elevated and welcoming. The bespoke cocktails are the clear standout. The team excels at tailoring drinks to your taste, delivering beautifully balanced, high-quality creations every time. Nothing feels generic — there’s real craft behind the bar. Service is equally impressive: attentive without hovering, knowledgeable, and genuinely warm. If you appreciate serious cocktails and thoughtful hospitality, Nearby Bar is a must-visit. Amazing drinks, excellent service, and a vibe that truly stands out.

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Leah Bongiovanni

a month ago

I had the most delicious and creative drinks here! They have so many fun ingredients and do a great job of figuring out what you like in an effortless way, so even if you don't know much about booze you'll get something tailored to you. Tom was so knowledgeable and helpful, we loved every drink we got! Will definitely be back.

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Casey Wight

9 months ago

A comfortable and unpretentious neighborhood bar with an eclectic and unique twist. Definitely worth your time. We were with a “welcome drink”, then given the rundown: this place will improvise each drink based on the prompt provided by the customer. This is, of course, optional - you can just as well order a standard rest assured it will be done very well. Our prompts varied from movie titles, short scene descriptions, one-word prompts, and even feelings of nostalgia. The results were tremendous, with a few drinks leaving us reeling in surprise and delight. Staff was delightful, the scene was in good spirits, the place was clean and decor was cozy . If you’re considering going, do it.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is The Nearby Bar worth it in Highlands?

Bartenders here excel at creating personalized drinks tailored to your taste—whether you describe a movie, a feeling, or just a few flavor preferences—with impressive craft and genuine warmth. Known for: custom cocktails crafted from your imagination.

What should I order at The Nearby Bar?

Popular choices at The Nearby Bar include bespoke cocktails customized to your mood or prompt, quality spirits and bar bites.

What do visitors love about The Nearby Bar?

Bartenders create bespoke cocktails on the fly based on customer prompts (movie titles, moods, descriptions) rather than relying on a standard menu Knowledgeable, attentive staff who are warm and helpful without being overbearing Elevated yet unpretentious vibe that feels polished and cozy at the same time High-quality spirits and thoughtfully balanced drinks with creative ingredients

How expensive is The Nearby Bar?

The Nearby Bar is moderately priced, with a 4.7-star rating from 212 Google reviews.

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