"A really nice little bar! The staff were very friendly and our group enjoyed our time here. We all got items from the winter menu (limited to holidays)"

"For a venue that claims to specialize exclusively in cocktails, Elsewhere fell far short of even the most basic expectations. My friends and I stopped in on a quiet weeknight hoping for a quick round of classic drinks—but what we got instead was a frustrating, underwhelming experience from start to finish. To begin with, the service was incredibly slow, keeping us there far longer than we intended… (Our server was not inviting and claimed she was too busy to greet us.) And sadly, the drinks weren’t worth the wait—or the price. We ordered two of the most classic, straightforward cocktails: an espresso martini and a dirty martini for $20 each, before tip. You’d think these would be foolproof at a cocktail bar, but apparently not. We were surprised (and honestly disappointed) to hear from our server that the espresso martinis were batched in advance. That detail alone says a lot about the bar's priorities—speed over quality. It was also extremely overly sweet! As for the dirty martini, we were very clear in requesting it slightly dirty, and confirmed that the server understood. What arrived was anything but—completely over-brined, murky, and nearly fluorescent green. Attached is a photo of our cocktail, we were disappointed in their delivery of a drink that was not filled to the brim… and the olives on the side?? We left feeling like the bar was more focused on appearances than execution. When you're charging premium prices for "crafted" cocktails, there’s really no excuse for such carelessness. We expected much more from a place that claims to be all about cocktails—and unfortunately, Elsewhere did not deliver. I don’t believe we will be coming back, unless every other cocktail bar nearby closed."

"We recently relocated to the south and are planning to visit all the cocktail places we spotted on Insta. This place was one of the first ones we visited. I’ve been quite excited to try it out. To be completely honest, this place is fun, and the bartender seems knowledgeable. I had a couple of cocktails. The waitress recommended an espresso martini and advised it was one of the best in town. It was good. However, the reason for my three-star review is the waitress herself. She was quite sick. She was coughing, cleaning her nose, and sneezing, which was quite unhygienic. I don’t want to get sick, so we left promptly after drinking a couple of cocktails. The place gets crowded in the evenings, so you’ll have to wait for a table. @Management, please send sick employees home 😷"

"A wonderful place to enjoy a drink in the evening. Great atmosphere—perfect for unwinding after any kind of day. The cocktails have unique flavors (though I’m not an expert in spirits). It seemed to me that the crowd is mostly young people. I’d also like to highlight the staff—they’re very pleasant. I’d give an extra point for the excellent service."

"Elsewhere is a fantastic spot in Charlotte! I had one of the best espresso martinis I’ve ever tasted, and they even had some of my favorite beers. The staff couldn’t have been friendlier, and the outdoor atmosphere made it the perfect place to relax. The owner has a magnetic, welcoming presence—always smiling, quick with a joke, and genuinely interested in making everyone feel at home. He moves through the space like part host, part storyteller, which made the whole visit feel extra special. Can’t wait to come back!"