Oberon's Cocktail Bar & Venue

Not as Advertised - A Completely Different Experience If you’re planning to visit this spot based on the website or its previous reputation, be aware that it’s under new ownership and has undergone significant changes. The menu is now very limited, offering just a few basic bar food options instead of the full menu you’d expect. While the drinks are still creative and enjoyable, they’re one of the few remaining elements from the original experience. The atmosphere has also shifted. The staff seemed distracted and not particularly welcoming, which made us feel a bit overlooked. We waited for quite a while before being acknowledged at the bar. There was live music, which could have been a great feature, but the performance felt more casual and conversational than engaging. It seemed like the focus was more on chatting with the few other patrons than on creating a lively or inviting environment. We came hoping to enjoy a full dinner and a memorable night out, but unfortunately, the changes to the menu, service, and overall vibe led us to leave and dine elsewhere. If you’re looking for a casual drink and don’t mind a limited menu, this might still be worth a visit. However, for those expecting the experience advertised online or the charm of the original establishment, you might want to manage your expectations or consider other options. I hope the new owners take this feedback to heart and work on aligning the current offering with what made this place special in the past.

What a gem! We were looking for a place to have a nice dinner and a drink and Oberon's was the perfect spot. The staff were friendly and helpful, the drinks strong (signature G&T for me and Moscow Mule for my husband), and the food beautifully presented and delicious! We were lucky enough to get a table outside overlooking the darling riverwalk, and it was the perfect way to end our Ashland adventure. Note: They also had darling gender neutral restrooms!

If you go in expecting a dive bar look and feel, then you’ll be good. If you go in expecting a classier bar, you’ll be disappointed. That being said - it’s for sure a dive bar. The bathrooms are covered in graffiti. The cleanliness felt like a 2.5-3 out of 5. The menu pages are all falling out of the menu bindings and were sticky. It felt odd seeing that they had a page of “The Best Damn” drinks that hovered in the $65+ range… because I wouldn’t pay that much for a beverage there. I will say that Dalton made an excellent regular margarita and old fashioned. Dalton was also very friendly. So for a dive bar, this was definitely a decent spot and within walking distance to other Ashland attractions.

This place is the best! Brandy and Taran are awesome, and the live music was cool. Definitely deserving of the title “Ashland’s Ashlandiest Spot” and I wouldn’t have wanted to be anywhere else.

Holy. Cow. This was such a hidden (out in the open) gem for us to stumble upon. It's got a very magical, celtic, Irish vibe but just love the dimmed areas and woodsy look. The whiskey menu is no joke and they make some fantastic mules! We only had the late hours menu but we both got brats and kraut and it was delicious. The back patio is by the Riverwalk if you Want to sit outside. Parking was easy at night. Service was great. The bartender was so friendly and also very knowledgeable about his drinks. It wasn't very busy either. They had a small stage for bands or comedy perhaps. I could see myself dining here frequently if I lived in town. Just a very good vibe. Oh, in the wall were some secret notes with cute "fortunes" that someone left for others to find.

Oberon’s is under new ownership and we are all itching to see how it turns out. I have played music here regularly for the last 7 years and really hope that it stays community oriented. I was bummed to see some of the bar staff go, because they really made the place what it is and kept it alive and poured their hearts into it. To whoever the new owners are, I wish you all the best and hope that you will continue the legacy of Oberons while bringing your presence to the table. This place has been a Lilly pad of my music career and I will always have a special place in my heart for Oberon’s. Best of luck! Mitchy Go / Cactus Club

Charming and inviting. This place was really nice. I ordered the chicken sandwich and my friend ordered the french dip. They were both wonderful! The ingredients were top notch, fresh and the bread was very soft. The dressing was great and the portions were just right. The waiter was super friendly and had a great recommendation for which beer to try. I enjoyed the atmosphere and fun jazzy, Cajun style music they were playing. I would definitely come here again!

We really enjoyed our experience here! The service was friendly and fast, and the food was delicious! I ordered tea, which used fresh herbs and included a shot of honey, slightly watered down for easy pouring. We ordered the tomato basil bisque to share, which may be the best I've ever had. My wife got the beef stew and said it was excellent. I ordered the Shepherd's pie which was also amazing. When in Ashland, go here!