Scotch Rocks at Inwood Lounge

Lychee Martini at Inwood Lounge

It’s no secret — Inwood Lounge is known for its martinis. But sipping on one of these classic cocktails inside the dark, old-fashioned, neon-lined tavern at the beginning of happy hour makes it feel exclusive, almost underground. Inwood Lounge has been a popular martini bar since it opened in the 1980s inside the historic Inwood Theater, a landmark since 1947. One of the most inventive martinis is the lychee with Absolut Pears vodka, SOHO, lychee, grapefruit and lemon juice. The other more decadent one is the chocolate cake with Stoli vanilla vodka, Godiva dark chocolate and Frangelico.

Inwood Lounge
5458 W. Lovers
214.352.5085
Ambiance:
Relaxing
Price range:
$9-$10
Tip:
House martinis are $5 during happy hour 5-7 p.m. weekdays.

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