Johnson Bar — Restaurant in Paducah

The atmosphere upscale and drinks are really really good. Looks like in normal times it is the place to see and be seen. It was comfortable and spread out. The staff was real good about everyone wearing masks when not in designated areas. Live music was happening and that was a treat. We ordered a dessert there and for being almost 10$ it was tiny. I was surprised at the cost of 2 fancy cocktails and tiny (I do mean tiny) dessert 45$ with a tip (18-20%). The prices are comparable to what I’ve paid in Chicago, StL, Seattle, etc...which I did not mind I was just surprised. But that seems to be the norm for the Downtown Paducah area. In any case this is one of the best places I’ve been since I lived here and will go...

Excellent cocktails, although a bit pricey. Higher rent downtown and no bottom shelf booze in sight likely makes it difficult to cut prices. The atmosphere is very chill and their events have been exceptionally fun (drag brunch bingo and trivia). The first time I went, the service was crazy slow but a few months later, they had obviously hired more staff, which seems to have reinvigorated their mojo! I will be returning as I appreciate the high class feel and very...

The Johnson Bar is an upscale yet very relaxed bar. The seating areas are mostly couches, making it a terrific place to lounge, hang out, and talk with friends. It's the kind of place we really needed in downtown Paducah as it is alternative and compliment to the other businesses there.

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The Johnson Bar is as good as it's ever been. It is one of the best Paducah bars. The atmosphere is great, and their specialty cocktails are...