Address: 2095 Columbus Street

Tel: 216-241-8869

Shhhh—this is the place for secret escapes. Set in an undistinguished building in an out-of-the-way neighborhood, this establishment has a dim front room that attracts well-dressed patrons quaffing classic cocktails. Libations such as a Rangpur Gimlet are mixed using fresh juices, homemade syrups, and frothy meringues; the blogophere is filled with barflies debating infusions and tinctures such as the ones used here. Reserve the back room, utter the evening's password, and you'll be led behind a gilded two-way mirror to a cozy drawing room with a roaring fire, a baby grand, and a personal mixologist. Drinks are about $14, but flavors unfold like a gourmet mini-meal.