While many people don't need a particular reason to grab a pint after work, there are plenty of experiential bars that fuse an activity with casual libations. Whether you are looking to work on your ping pong skills while sipping a beer or enjoying a martini while getting a manicure, clever business owners are realizing the potential in creating an experience that appeals to all senses.
The progression toward experiential bars can be compared to the movement toward experiential retail. As consumers can enjoy their alcoholic beverage of choice at home just as consumers can do the majority of their shopping online, the retail industry and hospitality and entertainment in particular are tasked with finding unique ways to draw people in.
28 Experiential Bars
From Poolside Champagne Bars to Detective-Themed Speakeasies:
Rebecca Byers — May 7, 2015 — Lifestyle

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Password-Protected Bars
Bourbon & Branch is an Unmarked San Francisco Bar Serving Craft Cocktails

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Automotive Martini Bars
Grey Goose's Bar on Wheels Will Take a Mixologist Across the Country

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Shoe Department Portable Bars
Selfridges Put a Portable Bar in One of Its Shoe Departments
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Industrial Hidden Bars
The Victoria Brown Coffee Shop Features a Hidden Bar
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Self-Serve Wine Bars
This Machine at Park 112 Automatically Serves Wine to Patrons
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Rustic Dockside Bars
The Dockyard Bar's Reclaimed Materials Design Uses Authentic Finishes
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Hidden Speakeasy Bars
Flask is a Lounge Found Behind a Vintage Coke Vending Machine
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Antiquated Alleyway Bars
This Shanghai Punch Bar Resembles an Old World Establishment
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Experimental Cocktail Bars
This Unique Cocktail Bar in Dallas Serves Unconventional Drinks
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Gun Range Bars
Wilshire Gun Range was Granted a Liquor License
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Lawn Bowling Bars
Toronto's Track & Field Venue Fuses Lawn Sports and Liquor
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Rustic Atmospheric Bars
Donny's New York Style Loft Style is Dark and Deliciously Grungy
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Poolside Champagne Bars
Moët & Chandon Designed a Luxurious Mobile Champagne Bar
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Styling Cocktail Bars
Her Majesty's Pleasure is a Three-in-One Hotspot for Ladies
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Floating Oyster Bars
The Grand Banks Oyster Bar is Located on a Boat
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Chilly Ice-Made Bars
The Minus5 Ice Bar is Made Entirely of Imported Canadian Ice
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Folksy Pop-Up Bars
The Mumford & Sons Pop-Up Bar Launches a New Album and an Exclusive Beer
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Portable Irish Pubs
The Shebeen is a Nifty Pub On Wheels
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Drinking Pinball Events
Toronto's First-Ever Beer & Ball Festival Will be Held at Handlebar
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Southern Festival Bars
The Snake and Jakes Christmas Club Barn at Bonnaroo is a Tribute to NOLA
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Exotic Pirate-Themed Bars
San Francisco's Smuggler's Cove Channels Caribbean Bootlegging Culture
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Detective-Themed Speakeasies
Wilson and Wilson is a San Francisco Bar Hidden Within Another Bar
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Multi-Sensory Scented Cocktails
The Ritz-Carlton Berlin Will Serve Perfume Themed Alcholic Drinks
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Elegant Jailhouse Eateries
The 'Poczekalnia' Conceptual Restaurant Design Comes From Karina Wiciak
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Interactive Theater-Bars
Play/Date is a Theater Bar Experience Where Actors Interact with Patrons
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Video Game Bars
Battle and Brew is a Video Game-Themed Bar in Atlanta
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Relaxing Ping Pong Bars
SPiN Toronto Creates an Engaging Place for People to Compete and to Relax
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Mechanized Wine Bars
The Hostile Grape Wine Cellar Offers 160 Wines By the Glass
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Mixologist-Crafted Beverage Creations
PepsiCo will Host a 'DRIPS by Pepsi' Pop-Up in New York
Themed Celebrity Activations
Sheraton Centre Toronto will Host Numerous Taylor Swift Experiences
Personalized Tequila Bottles
InBarrel Helps Customers Create One-of-a-Kind Bottles
Spontaneous Summer Picnics
Absolut Vodka & Sprite's HANGOUT-OF-HOME Inspires Unplanned Gatherings
Uniquely Themed Chocolate Bars
Compartés Launches Summer Chocolate Bar Capsules
Vibrant All-Pink Cocktail Bars
Le Tigre is Located in the Upscale Rosedale Neighborhood in Toronto
Modernized West Hollywood Hotels
Short Stories Hotel Blends Californian and European Elements
Beer Enthusiast Campaigns
Yard House Searches for its Chief Beer Officer Amongst Fans
Engaging Airport Activations
Immersive Aperol Experiences Transform Punta del Este Airport
Luxury Bowling-Inspired Installations
Jacquemus Brings Flair with an Immersive Store Experience
Parisian Airport Pop-Ups
Moët Hennessy's Paris Concept Event Featured Travel Exclusives
Experiential Intimates Spaces
Knix Opens Immersive Retail Location at Premium Shopping Centre
Unconventional RTD Cocktails
Barcelona's Las Jelly's is Creating a New Drinking Experience
Japanese Listening Bar-Inspired Restaurants
Commune Design Revamps the JW Marriott Hotel Tower
Trendy Sobriety Campaigns
Maison Perrier's Sober Chic Campaign Redefines Alcohol-Free Elegance
Luxurious Getaway Experiences
The Four Seasons Resort Orlando Debuts New 2025 Activities
Zen-Inspired Experiential Retail Concepts
One Golden Thread Opens Its Innovative Space
Iconic Vodka Cocktails
Absolut Introduces Convenient Ready-to-Serve Cocktails
Water-Themed Cocktail Bars
The Civil Works Cocktail Bar Debuts at the Waterworks Food Hall
Immersive Fragrance Retail Locations
The Perfume Shop Experiential Store is Located in Stockport
Film-Inspired Cocktail Experiences
Absolut Vodka Hosted a Wicked Cocktail Event in NYC
Retro Nightlife-Inspired Hotels
Necchi Architecture Designs the Hôtel Château d'Eau
Edgy Futuristic Activations
The Oakley Exoplanetary Bunker in Paris is Otherworldly
Expansive Contemporary Bars
Method Co. Debuts Vessel, a Vintage Maritime Aesthetic Bar
Ready-to-Serve Canned Mocktails
Mocktails Uniquely Crafted Makes Convenient Cocktail Alternatives
Experiential Chocolate Events
Ghirardelli's Sampling Experience in Toronto Offers Indulgent Treats
Espresso Martini Festivals
The Mr Black Espresso Martini Festival Shares One-Off Serves
Immersive Entertainment Venues
Netflix Houses Feature Eateries, Experiential Activities & More
Fragrance-Focused Escape Rooms
The Perfume Shop Created the UK’s First Perfume-Themed Escape Room
Comprehensive Self-Care Events
The Wellness Oasis™ is Running During Miami Art Week 2024
Nostalgia-Inspired Experiences
Bubble Planet Creates a Sensory Journey with Distinct Bubble Rooms
Alcohol-Centric Pop-Ups
Maker’s Mark Bourbon Hosts an Immersive Holiday Experience
British-Inspired Winter Getaways
The Standard, High Line Launched its 'Hedge & Hearth' Experience
Valentine’s Dining Experiences
Frenchy Bar et Brasserie will Host a Valentine's Pop-Up and Menu
Immersive Scotch Whisky Journeys
The Macallan Celebrated 200 Years with a Multisensory Experience
Festive Hotel Experiences
W Toronto's Festive Events Offer Elegance and Indulgence
Negroni Cocktail Bars
The Negroni Bar by Campari Serves Six Variations of the Serve
Sober Open-Air Establishments
Munich, Germany is Set to Open a Non-Alcoholic Beer Garden
Soft-Pink Wellness Bars
Yorkville Village’s BetterBar Offers Healthy Dining in Toronto
Scandinavian-Inspired Yurt Pop-Ups
ABSOLUT will Host NORDIC by BarChef in Toronto
Cheeky Non-Alcoholic Cocktail Events
Mindful Drinking Fest Boasts the NO FUN Cocktail Competition
Timeless Mixology Collections
Waterford Crystal’s Mixology Collection Offers a Refined Experience
Experiential Lip Color Services
Lip Lab Toronto's Lipstick-Creation Experience is Customizable
Self-Care Spa Parties
Lush Spa Parties Make an Event Out of Pampering & Wellness
Discerning Drinker Pop-Ups
Fentimans' Pop-Up Inspires People to Choose More Interesting Beverages
Dry January Drink Menus
Hopdoddy Burger Bar Introduced an Alcohol-Free Menu
Alcohol Alternative Campaigns
Free AF's Campaign Normalizes Choosing Non-Alcoholic Cocktails
Shoppable Travel Storefronts
Expedia Travel Shops Make It Easy to Book Recommended Getaways
Basketball-Themed Beverage Campaigns
Athletic Brewing Company Debuts 'From Tip-Off to Title'
Dim Sum-Inspired Dining Experiences
Mott 32 Toronto Elevates with the Dim Sum & Sip Feature
Custom-Made Snacks
The KIND Bar Offers a Sensory Snack Experience
Holiday-Ready Beverage Menus
Peet's Coffee Debuts a Creative Bar Menu for the Festive Season
Singer-Songwriter-Inspired Hotel Lounges
1 Hotel Toronto Introduces the 'Folklore Lounge'
Communal Reading Events
Reading Rhythms Transforms Social Reading into Curated Experiences
Ready-to-Pour Vodka Martinis
SKYY Martinis Introduce a Well-Crafted Martini in a Bottle
Culturally Immersive Vacay Destinations
The Marriott Vacation Clubs Center on Experiences
Premium Ready-To-Drink Canned Cocktails
Spirited Hive Expands in Florida with Publix Liquors
Multisensory Cocktail Menus
Synaesthesia Inspired the Spectrum Cocktail Menu at Fitz’s
Cocktail-Inspired Non-Alcoholic Beers
Athletic Brewing Created a Pair of Cocktail-Inspired Brews
Modern Festival Activations
American Express will Offer Card Members a Unique Coachella Experience
Dating-Style Bar Discovery Platforms
Heineken® Debuts an Innovative Digital Platform — Bar Dating
Pop-Up Dining Experiences
Japanese Ski Resort Welcomes Alpine Cocktail Bar and Restaurant
European Wine Stores
Thatcher’s Wine Recently Launched Its First Store in Los Angeles
Restaurant-Focused Beverage Campaigns
Surfside Introduces Its Promotional Surf N' Turf Campaign
Drink Coaster Phone Cases
The Ultimate Signal-Free Party by Captain Morgan Encourages Presence
Pop Culture Bars
Basic is Building a Sports Bar for Pop Culture Fans
Spooky Seasonal Libation Campaigns
The Heineken Meet the Chillers Campaign is Character-Driven
Water-Inspired Cocktail Menus
The Water of Life (Eau de Vie) by Botanist Explores a Vital Element
Wellness Lifestyle Clubs
The Health Cafe Introduces Social Wellness Programming in Toronto
Swimming Pool-Inspired Venues
Swim Club in Austin, Texas Features Submarine Views
Personalized Whiskey Experiences
The Beam Private Barrel Club Lets Members Buy a Single Barrel
Jazz-Inspired Valentine's Experiences
Bisha Hotel to Host a Jazz Bar Experience and Pop-up Dinner
Early Retirement Communities
The Cantinas by Taco Bell Invites Young Adults to Live Like Retirees
Bakery Champagne Bars
Greggs Champagne Bar Pairs Savory Baked Goods with Glasses of Bubbly
Relaxing Alcohol-Free Beers
Impossibrew Features Social Blend Technology
Non-Alcoholic Nootropic Cocktails
Nine Lives' Noobies Menu Enhances Mood and Cognitive Function
Month-Long Martini Events
Tanqueray's Fancy Hour Spotlights Martinis as the Perfect Summer Sipper
Festive Hotel Pop-Ups
IHG Hotels & Resorts Presents Chalet Programming and Holiday Activations
Artistic Libation Campaigns
The Madrí Excepcional 'Paint Your Pint' Competition Challenges Fans
Bar-Strength Gourmet Cocktails
Gather Gourmet Cocktails Put an Indulgent Twist on Classic Serves
Nostalgic Brunch Experiences
RUNWAY 06's Electric Brunch Offers a Fresh Twist on the Brunch Scene
Jewel-Inspired Cocktails
The Hidden Gems Menu by The K Bar Celebrates a Cartier Exhibition
Elevated Pool Tools
Ledge Introduces the Groundbreaking Ledge PartyPad™
Customized Dirty Drinks
Cool Sips Makes Specialized Beverages of Any Kind at NYC Event
Non-Alcoholic Advent Boxes
Søbr Market Curated Three Festive Boxes Featuring Alcohol Alternatives
Asian-Fusion Dining Experiences
The Lobby Bar Combines Culinary Arts with Vibrant Nightlife
Modern Whiskey Tasting Rooms
Laws Whiskey House Has Introduced Its Whiskey Sanctuary
Crafted Holiday Activations
Loews Hotels & Co will Offer Festive Pop-Ups and Seasonal Sips
Y2K Cocktail Menus
Le Syndicat's SY2K Reimagines 2000s Favorites for Sophisticated Palates
Bee-Themed Afternoon Teas
SocialBee at the Hilton Palm Jumeirah Offers a Uniquely Sweet Experience
Non-Alcoholic Beverage Sets
Blind Tiger's 'Speakeasy Soulmates Set' Features Mixology Creations
Sensorial Cocktail Menus
Silverleaf's Texture Is Everything Collection Explores the Feel of Drinks
Collaborative Curated Party Guides
Total Wine & More Partners with Alix Klineman
Bartender-Engaging Cocktail Competitions
Probitas Launches the Exciting Home & Away Contest
Collaborative Cosmo Experiences
Absolut x Paris Hilton Present the 'Absolut House of Cosmo'
Dive Bar-Scented Fragrances
Miller High Life Created a Bar-Scented Dive Bar-Fume Fragrance
Wine-Enhanced Nail Salon Experiences
Element Nail Bar – Arcadia Introduces Wine to Its Service
Celebrative Cocktail Menus
Jade Yorkville Reigns Offers Festive Champagne-Based Cocktails
French Peach Liqueur Pop-Ups
Juliette Liqueur will Host an NYC Event with Bottle Engravings
Unique Culinary Experiences
Saratoga Supper Club Brings Exclusive Dining Events Across the U.S.
Summer Patio Pop-Ups
The Sol Patio+ Provides a Comfortable Place to Wait for a Table
Seasonal Wine Tasting Experiences
Clif Family Winery Celebrates Its 20th Anniversary
Social Connection Campaigns
Beavertown Brewery's Is This Seat Taken? Campaign Unites Strangers
Stylish Airport Lounges
Virgin Atlantic Introduces 'The Clubhouse' for a Multisensory Experience
Imaginative Cocktail Menus
Dean & Nancy on 22's World of Dreams Menu Evokes Wonder & Exploration
Fantastical Brewing Experiences
The Cauldron NYC Hosts a Wizard Afternoon Tea Experience
Outdoor Wine Experience Bundles
Josh Cellars Debuts a Limited-Edition Summer Sipper Bundle
Mixologist-Envisioned Luxury Bars
Wing Lei Bar at Wynn Palace Undergoes a Transformation
Real-Time Night Life Maps
Bardar Provides Real-Time Information on Venues and Nightlife in Sydney
Festive Holiday Pop-Up Bars
The Legendary Lodge is Returning for the 2024 Season
Extravagant Catalan Hotels
SLS Barcelona will Open its Doors April 2025
Signature Cocktail Experiences
Drink Kong will Host a Pop-Up at Aqua New York
Real-Time Nightlife Finders
HotSpot Discovers Trending Nightlife Spots With Real-Time Insights
Ready-to-Pour Cocktail Gifts
The Deko Cocktails Gift Box Pairs Signature Serves with Garnishes
Upbeat Bowling Venues
The Ballroom Bowl Expands to Offer an Energized Toronto Location
Cheerful Holiday Pop-Up Bars
Ginger’s Cocktail Bar offers Torontonians a festive retreat
Local-Inspired Charming Salons
HVYLA design Heads the Project of GxBar in the Vibrant Barcelona
Seasonal Hotel Bar Menus
The CopperBay Festive Menu is Available at Hôtel Lancaster
Experimental Whiskey Ranges
Tailored Spirits Co. The Experimental Series Has Three Expressions
Juxtaposing Finnish Design-Themed Cafes
Yatofu Taps Local Craftspeople to Design the El Fant Café
Floral-Themed Wine Tastings
Vinebox's Wine Bouquet Tasting Experience Highlights Notes Like Rose
Zero-Proof Subscription Boxes
Raising the Bar's Boxes Boast Alcohol-Free Spirits, Mixers, and More
Job-Themed Obstacle Courses
Mike's Jobstacle Course Challenges People to Experience "Easy" Work
Seasonal On-Tap Cocktails
The Honey Moon Cocktail Bar Introduced a Series of Seasonal Flavors
Refined Italian Bars
Toronto's Bar Prima Boasts Dark Ambiance and Italian-American Dishes
Aromatic Alcohol-Free Aperitifs
iessi's Bittersweet L'aperitivo is Unapologetically Alcohol-Free
Day-Of Wedding Coordinators
Cheersy Connects Engaged Couples with Quality Event Professionals
Unique Hotel Wedding Packages
Karisma Hotels & Resorts Unveils a Beer-Inspired Wedding Experiences
American-Style Commercial Bar Designs
EuroBar Announced the Launch of the Sportivo Main Station
Boutique Hospitality Destinations
The Evelyn Offers All-Day Dining and Luxury Accommodations
Pop-Up Test Kitchens
Apothic's Your Signature Taste Helps Home Cooks Refine Signature Recipes
High-Value Restaurant Menus
Eddie Merlot's Happy Hour and Lounge Menu is Arriving Now
‘90s-Inspired Cocktail Menus
Bar Louie is Celebrating 35 Years with a ‘90s Cocktails Menu
Transportive Cocktail Bars
Prequel & Co. Apothecary is an Immersive and Experimental Bar
Sake Cocktail Menus
Kioku Sake Bar's New Menu Spotlights Japan's Rich, Diverse Flavors
Miniature Martini Pairings
NYC’s The Tusk Bar Serves a Trio of Smaller Martinis with Oysters
Branded Alcohol Memberships
Beachwood Brewing & Distilling Debuts the Spirited Few Membership
On-Demand Distilleries
Diistil Empowers Bartenders to Create Bespoke Distillates
Snackable Martini Cocktails
Bar Valentina Serves The Snack Size Happy Hour with a “Teeny ‘Tini”