Lbm - Lakewood

We sampled three cocktails: 1. **Gunslinger 2.0**: This drink packs a punch of ginger flavor, which is fantastic if you’re a ginger fan (and we are!). It’s bright, zesty, and incredibly refreshing. 2. **Golden Daze**: A light and tropical concoction that isn’t overly tart. It might be just a touch sweeter than necessary. 3. **Crushed by a Dwarf**: This drink came in a super fun tiki mug with a color-changing light inside! I have to admit, I love the presentation. This was possibly my favorite drink of the three! It has a slight smokiness from the mezcal, combined with some intriguing spice notes, making it quite complex. For food, we shared the burger, which sparked some differing opinions. I was all in for the goat cheese, arugula, and a perfectly cooked (and hefty) patty. I loved every bite. However, my fiancé thought it was a bit too inventive for his taste. His main issue was with the house-made ketchup. While it’s interesting and tasty, sometimes you just crave the familiar taste of regular ketchup with your burger and fries. One thing we both agreed on was that the fries were absolutely incredible. He might have rated the place four stars, but luckily for LBM, I’m the one writing the review!

This was my fourth visit to the restaurant, and I was met at the door and told that I wasn't welcome. When I asked if it was due to my kilt, the response was no, but rather because they claimed I had previously skipped out on my tab. I can assure you that I have never done such a thing anywhere. I even offered to show my ID so they could compare it with their records. I requested to speak with someone about the situation since I had friends arriving to meet me, but that request was denied. The young woman at the door claimed she didn't know me, but trusted her friends’ word that I had skipped tabs. Who are those friends? Who pointed me out? I truly hope this was just a terrible misunderstanding, but I will not be returning. If you have issues with customers skipping their bills, consider collecting IDs or processing credit cards in advance. It's unfair to accuse innocent people based solely on hearsay from your friends.

This restaurant is outstanding, with a menu that features delicious and unique dishes. While the prices are slightly elevated, the quality of the food makes it worth it. However, the service could use some improvement. Overall, I would rate it as follows: Food: 5, Service: 3, Atmosphere: 5.

You could already expect the cocktails to be excellent with Eric Ho mixing drinks, but the food was a delightful surprise! It’s gourmet quality. I tried the Brussels sprouts and pork belly—both were beautifully presented and tasted amazing. The atmosphere is relaxed, making it a fantastic addition to Lakewood.

I recently visited LBM while in the area, and I'm so glad I did. It's a fantastic cocktail bar that plays death metal, which creates a unique atmosphere. The staff was really friendly and crafted an outstanding cocktail. The menu featured original cocktails that I've never encountered before. I chose the Doomin Sun, and I was very pleased with my choice—it was full of unique flavors. This is a great place that I will definitely return to the next time I'm in the area.