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Sub Zero Vodka Bar Reviews List

Sub Zero Vodka Bar

Sub Zero Vodka Bar is known for having the largest vodka selection in the country and offering sushi and New American Burger menus until last call nightly. Menu options include lamb, turkey, vegetarian and American Kobe beef burgers, a wide selection of traditional and non-traditional makimono, nigiri, and sashimi as well as an extensive martini and cocktail list.
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80 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall 
4.2 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.2 / 5
(80 Reviews)
Open Ratings Snapshot
Rating Breakdown 80 reviews
5 stars
(29)
4 stars
(40)
3 stars
(6)
2 stars
(4)
1 star
(1)
Food 
4.2 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.2 / 5
Service 
4.1 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.1 / 5
Ambiance 
3.9 / 5
(Very Good) 3.9 / 5
Noise Level
2.6 / 3
Energetic
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
  • vibrant bar scene(52)
  • hot spot(51)
  • neighborhood gem(37)
  • fit for foodies(36)
  • good for groups(29)
  • late-night find(25)
Sub Zero Vodka Bar Reviews List
Review 1 for Sub Zero Vodka Bar
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Mother's day bloody marys & sushi!

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Some of the best bloody mary's in the country and fantastic sushi! Of course my wife wanted to go to Sub Zero for Mother's Day, who wouldn't? Never a disappointment and always a good atmosphere."
Dined on 5/12/2013
 2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, vibrant bar scene, great for outdoor dining, great for brunch, neighborhood gem, hot spot, great for lunch
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Review 2 for Sub Zero Vodka Bar
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Birthday Dinner

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Dined on 6/04/2013
Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"My boyfriend loves sushi and chose to go to SubZero. He also received a free bottle of vodka (the special for the week)!"
Dined on 6/04/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, vibrant bar scene, late-night find, hot spot
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Review 3 for Sub Zero Vodka Bar
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Zero dollars left!

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Dined on 3/19/2013
Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Overpriced for lunch!! Service was poor with only one other table there!!!"
Dined on 3/19/2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene
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Review 4 for Sub Zero Vodka Bar
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Join the vodka club

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Dined on 5/14/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"I signed up for the vodka club after hearing about it at lunch from a nice barkeep, and made a reservation for my birthday (where they gave me a free bottle of the day which happened to be Absolut) for the special dinner which didn't take place, but the 3 of us enjoyed the regular menu and had a great vodka from the servers recommendation. She didn't recommend the bread pudding and now we don't either, but the other food was great, and the drinks good. Overpriced, but what isn't in that area.
I'd go again for the food 1st, drinks 2nd, and atmosphere 3rd, but they were all very good.
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Dined on 5/14/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, hot spot, special occasion
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Review 5 for Sub Zero Vodka Bar
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

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Dined on 5/03/2013
Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Would like to see a few more vegetarian/vegan options on the menu, but what we had was quite good."
Dined on 5/03/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, vibrant bar scene, hot spot, special occasion
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Review 6 for Sub Zero Vodka Bar
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

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Dined on 5/04/2013
Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Great burgers, great service, lots of vodka!"
Dined on 5/04/2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, late-night find, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 7 for Sub Zero Vodka Bar
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

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Dined on 4/30/2013
Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"We received a gift card and it was the first time we visited. We enjoyed the restaurant and the burgers in a quiet atmosphere (early dinner). Next time we'll try a martini with friends."
Dined on 4/30/2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem, hot spot, special occasion
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Review 8 for Sub Zero Vodka Bar
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Love Sub Zero

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"We love Sub Zero because they always make any less than fabulous aspect of the experience right. They are always eager to ensure the guest enjoys the drinks and the food. Staff are attentive without hovering. While not inexpensive, every dollar is well spent. The sushi, burgers and drinks are always delicious and we keep going back for more."
Dined on 04/25/2013
 2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 9 for Sub Zero Vodka Bar
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Birthday was 4/21 we were

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Birthday was 4/21 we were there 4/20 Ask if we could get birthday bottle after midnite, was told no, would have to come in next day. I really don't see what the difference would have been. Did not return the next day.Would have like to have been a walkingbillboard for you guys, but $25 for a T-Shirtis too much."
Dined on 04/20/2013
 2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, hot spot
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Review 10 for Sub Zero Vodka Bar
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

the staff at Sub Zero is the

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"the staff at Sub Zero is the best!!!!"
Dined on 03/30/2013
 2006
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 11 for Sub Zero Vodka Bar
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

Don't Bother

Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Way too loud. Had to almost shout to be heard. We had to send back or have numerous food and drinks augmented as they did not come out as ordered. Cucumber salad was so spicy hot it was inedible. Edamame dip was unexpectedly spicy, also. Pickle Mary drink came without pickles, Caesar salad was anything but a Caesar salad, and green tea was a cup of hot water with green tea leaves in a vitamin bottle that anyone could have had who knows what dropped into it. There were six of us and dip was brought out to us with two plates. Menu is extensive, but unless you are a big fan of hamburgers or sushi, forget it. That's pretty much all they serve except for appetizers and salads."
Dined on 04/06/2013
 2003
Special Features: vibrant bar scene
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Review 12 for Sub Zero Vodka Bar
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

Sushi not worth boasting about.

Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"I had miso soup and sushi; both were mediocre."
Dined on 03/30/2013
 2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene
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Review 13 for Sub Zero Vodka Bar
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Great food drinks and ambiance.

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Great food drinks and ambiance."
Dined on 03/30/2013
 2009
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 14 for Sub Zero Vodka Bar
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

We always go to Sub Zero when

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"We always go to Sub Zero when we want the best sushi in town. It is always fresh, which is an absolute must for sushi fans, and that is often hard to find in the heart of the Midwest. Sub Zero also has many unusual varieties of alcohol and knows the proper way to serve them. If they don't have the variety you like, served just as you like it, they will go out of their way to modify it for you. They are a bit pricey, but they earn it."
Dined on 03/30/2013
 2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, late-night find, neighborhood gem, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 15 for Sub Zero Vodka Bar
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

This is the first time I have

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"This is the first time I have ate at the Sub Zero Vodka Bar. I was only there once before for a drink. The drink selections are fabulous and our waitress was helpful describing some of the martinis. I had a homemade veggie burger, it was very good. Someone needs to tell the staff that when they serve one of the guests first with a salad, they should make sure the other guest has silverware/napkin. I should not have needed to ask someone else to get my setting."
Dined on 03/20/2013
 2006
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, hot spot
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Review 16 for Sub Zero Vodka Bar
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

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Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, vibrant bar scene, great for lunch, special occasion
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Review 17 for Sub Zero Vodka Bar
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Great food, short seat

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"I met there for lunch and had the BBQ burger. It was cooked to perfection and the spicy edamame was the percent side. The portions were big so there was no room for dessert. My only complaint us that when sitting on the bench side of the table, I was far too short."
Special Features: hot spot, great for lunch
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Review 18 for Sub Zero Vodka Bar
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

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Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, late-night find, hot spot, special occasion
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Review 19 for Sub Zero Vodka Bar
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

I love Sub Zero and have been

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"I love Sub Zero and have been going there for years for their fantastic sushi. I made a reservation online for 8:30 this past Saturday and we arrived 30 minutes early to grab a drink before we got seated. We ended up not being seated until almost 9:15pm! I know they were busy, but 45 minutes behind is ridiculous and especially for a party of two. Food was great, so it was worth the wait, however a 45 minute wait is uncalled for when you have a reservation."
Dined on 03/09/2013
 2006
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, romantic, hot spot
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Review 20 for Sub Zero Vodka Bar
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

I always love SubZero. They

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"I always love SubZero. They have the best so-called girly drinks around. Nothing beats the Chocolate Covered Banana, in my opinion. And the burgers are really good, and so is the sushi (I've heard, not a fan of sushi though)"
Dined on 03/09/2013
 2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, hot spot
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Review 21 for Sub Zero Vodka Bar
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

SubZero has such a cool atmosphere

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"SubZero has such a cool atmosphere that you really can't help but enjoy yourself. Plus it was my birthday so that made even more fun."
Dined on 03/01/2013
 2010
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, good for groups, late-night find, neighborhood gem, special occasion, scenic view, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 22 for Sub Zero Vodka Bar
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Really enjoyed celebrating

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Really enjoyed celebrating my birthday there!"
Dined on 02/24/2013
 2011
Special Features: neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 23 for Sub Zero Vodka Bar
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Food Excellent as Always.

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Food Excellent as Always. Due to continuing construction outside, worth being careful getting in.
Great dinner before The Fox."
Dined on 02/19/2013
 2006
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, neighborhood gem, notable wine list
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Review 24 for Sub Zero Vodka Bar
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

Service lacking

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Ambiance 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"I have to say I was disappointed mostly by the service. 1. One of my friends ordered a vodka which we were informed 15 minutes after ordering that they were out. 2. My husband was brought the wrong order and they had to remake his completely. 3. I ordered sushi but wasn't given soy sauce or utensils for several minutes after we were all served. I told everyone else to go ahead while I sat waiting for our waitress to come by. 4. The main issue was that it was only 6:30pm and the rstsurant wasn't crowded at all. I don't have much desire to go back."
Dined on 02/16/2013
 2008
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, good for groups, hot spot
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Review 25 for Sub Zero Vodka Bar
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

A MUST TRY!

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Possibly the widest selection of vodkas I have ever seen. The waitresses were well knowledged and very attractive. The menu isn't very broad, mostly burgers and sushi. However, all the food is absolutely delicious! I will definitely become a regular."
Dined on 02/14/2013
 2012
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, late-night find, neighborhood gem, romantic, hot spot
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Review 26 for Sub Zero Vodka Bar
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Food was fantastic, we had

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Food was fantastic, we had 3 sushi rolls and each was very tasty. The drinks were refreshing and spot on. Our server was very attentive to our needs but was not pushy. Very good experience and we'll be back."
Dined on 02/14/2013
 2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion
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Ratings-Only Reviews for Sub Zero Vodka Bar
Based on the average of (54) ratings-only reviews
Overall 
4.3 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.3 / 5
9 out of 10 recommend this product
Food 
4.3 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.3 / 5
Service 
4.2 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.2 / 5
Ambiance 
3.9 / 5
(Very Good) 3.9 / 5
Noise Level
2.7 / 3
Energetic