Amendment 21
Categories: Nightlife Bars Nightlife Dance Clubs Bars, Dance Clubs [Edit]
123 N Side SqHuntsville, AL 35801
(256) 715-0131
- Hours:
Mon-Wed 5 pm - 12 am
Thu-Sat 5 pm - 2 am
- Good for Groups:
- Yes
- Accepts Credit Cards:
- Yes
- Parking:
- Street
- Price Range:
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$$$
- Outdoor Seating:
- No
- Music:
- DJ
- Best Nights:
- Fri, Wed, Sat
- Happy Hour:
- Yes
- Alcohol:
- Full Bar
- Smoking:
- No
- Coat Check:
- Yes
- Good For Dancing:
- No
- Wheelchair Accessible:
- Yes
11 reviews for Amendment 21
11 reviews in English
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Review from sarah p.
3/9/2011
Amendment 21 is an oasis in a rough sea of bars in HSV. As a couple in our thirties, we have had fun nights at Humphrey's and even some crazy throw back nights at Mickey's, but this is the type of place where we feel truly at home.
The key is the service - the bartenders here know their customers, are kind and generous with pours, and give the place a personal touch.
The drinks are top - I had the strawberry mule which was a bit too sweet for my tastes but I loved the creativity of the drink - from the hand muddled strawberries to the mason jar.
The liquor selection is vast. My boyfriend was back this week for a Scotch tasting - 9 scotches for $15 - you won't find a deal like that anywhere - and you get to meet some cool characters along the way. I think they do tastings every Tuesday at 7 pm upstairs.
Chill, not smoky, original, bespoke drinks - fun times in HSV.... -
Review from Arlene H.
Huntsville, AL
Updated - 5/13/2012 26 Check-ins Here
I feel really bad writing this review.
it was my birthday and we always do pub crawls starting with amendment 21. The bartenders know everyone in my group of friends. we asked two weeks before if we could bring food for a future pub crawl. the answer was yes. i called the week of and the manager, jennifer said that it would cost us... $175 / hour to rent the room, $150 for cleaning, and we had to have a $500 tab. I said it was too much. the day before the crawl, i asked the bartenders, are you sure it's ok if we bring food. they said yes.
now the day of, we brought some food and the bartenders are rolling with it like it's all good. jennifer shows up 45 min into it and tells us we owe them money. $390 when they ring us up- $325 + 20% tip. i'm pretty pissed bc we could have just packed up and left, but she made it seem like we had to pay for the time we were there and the cleanup fee. we did violate rules by bringing in food, but if we weren't supposed to be up there, someone should have said something from the start. adn when she finally got down here to tell us something we should have been able to just pack up and go. we didn't have a private party. and we paid for all our drinks. in the end i asked the bartender to bring it down to $300- no cleaning fee or something?... jennifer never even talked to me after that first talk.
long story short, yes, it's a business, but she can't blame me for the confusing stories we got from the business. if the bartenders say one thing and she says another, it doesn't matter to me who has "decision making power." jennifer was rude. she probably had to be if they wanted money. she didnt' seem to know any of the customers.
bottom line is we were regulars and our last visit left us with a bad taste in our mouth. enough where we don't want to spend any money there anymore, and will probably just not plan anything there and encourage our many friends not to either.1 Previous Review: Show all »
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3/12/2011
i come here for the things that other places dont' have. i love that they have live music upstairs… Read more »
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Review from Jesse W.
Houston, TX
12/26/2010
Great place to chill out and visit with friends. As noted by others, this is not a place with loud music or smoking, but is a classy establishment.
The signature drinks are pricey, but very nice and made with the freshest ingredients and are delicious. The staff is attentive, helpful, and considerate of any requests. When we came in, the manager/server immediately took our coats and checked them and helped them on us when we were ready to go. Impressive service...
Again, this isn't the place I'd go and order tequila shots (although I'm sure they serve you the best ones you've had if you did), but where I'd meet someone to catch-up after work or meet for a drink after a symphony or Broadway play. -
Review from Brooke D.
Harvest, AL
6/1/2010 3 Check-ins Here
A really nice place with a cool sleek interior. The signature cocktails are awesome. You can expect to wait a while for one of these cocktails because if it includes some kind of fruit or vegetable they make it completely from scratch (absolutely no mixes). The bartenders are knowledgeable and friendly.
The place is very small but didn't seem too crowded when I was there. It had a very intimate feel which I appreciated. I would recommend it for a good chilled out kind of night on the town. Don't expect any loud music, heavy smoke, or people grinding against each other.Listed in: Best Date Night
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Review from Ryan M.
12/26/2010 1 Check-in Here
In a town lacking for good cocktail bars, Amendment XXI is a haven for for good drinking. Classics and Originals are made properly with care and nothing but fresh ingredients. They're a bit limited compared to some bars of this ilk in other cities, but they do well considering the bottles they have access to through Alabama's ABC system.
As someone who does most of his drinking in New York, I was happy to find this Oasis in downtown Huntsville over the Holidays. -
Review from Julie M.
Milwaukee, WI
5/5/2011
Awesome place! Great, crafted drinks (even just for you if you ask). The perfect place for ex-pats to meet up and discuss the city and network.
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Review from John M.
Huntsville, AL
4/4/2011
Very classy bar. Great place to unwind. Comfy couches and chairs, and it's not too loud so you can actually have conversations. Don't forget to visit the upstairs area.
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Review from Joel B.
Madison, AL
6/10/2010 9 Check-ins Here
Amendment XXI has been open for a few months now. The real key to this place is the service. The bartenders are by the far the best you will find in town, especially if you are sitting at the bar area. It doesn't take them long before they know your name and exactly what you like to drink. I came back after about a month-long hiatus and Vince knew that I was ready for a Yeungling when I sat down. Most of the cocktails are spectacular, even though they are a bit pricey. The Happy Hour Specials are a great deal, especially the $6 cocktails and $4 sangrias. The couch environment is perfect for you and your group of friends to chill and relax after a long day!
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Review from David P.
San Diego, CA
9/8/2010
Has a nice, upscale lounge vibe. Not really my style, but it is a nice place to sit and chat. Drink prices are almost twice what you'll pay anywhere else in town, which sucks because you're in Huntsville and not L.A. or New York. On the other hand, you don't have to be around the human garbage that you see at Sammy T's and Rush!
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Review from Mike D.
Huntsville, AL
2/15/2010
New bar in the old House of Brews on courthouse square. Pretty plush and cozy, although it felt like the heater was not working and it was freezing outside. Full bar, no food yet, great service. Upstairs is a private club, more couches, grand piano. Jazz concerts promised in the future. Cool place, upscale.
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Review from Beth K.
Cleveland, OH
9/30/2010
definitely a bar that you wouldn't think to find in Huntsville (which is a good thing). NON SMOKING which is a big plus from people who are used to cities that have banned smoking in bars. very friendly service and very well made cocktails, not just the ones on the menu but they do a great old-fashioned.
they don't have food, but they have menus from Humphrey's down the street and will deliver it to you in the bar.
