Elsie's at Kounter — Restaurant in Rock Hill

I looked forward to the Elsies Speak Easy experience and encouraged others to check it out. Well, that was before my wife and I actually went there. When we arrived, with the password, it immediately felt as though they were doing us a favor by letting us in. It was a negative vibe. Someone could have been having a bad day but it was what it was. When we sat, two of us, we were only given one menu which was strange. I ordered a margarita with a sugar rim but was later told that they don't do sugar or salt rims (?). We ordered three appetizers, one of which was a tiger shrimp dish with cotton candy. I wanted the shrimp but not the cotton candy and we were basically told that we had to have the cotton candy because the chef created it for the experience. I understand the chef wanting you to have an experience but I didn't want cotton candy on my shrimp. Overall, we went with the intention of returning and bringing friends but it was not accommodating at all. We left feeling like they were not interested in our business. Kounter, on the other hand, is a great experience and we go...

This is such an awesome space with unique food and a combination of specialty drinks while still having a focus on the classics. I feel the drinks are reasonably priced along with the charcuterie boards. Great for date night or a simple outing by yourself.

I have found that it works best to go in small groups, put your name on the waitlist, then go play arcade games at player up across the street until they text you that theyre ready for you.

They have interesting mocktail options on their menu so non-drinkers don't feel excluded, especially if you have a designated driver (which I would highly suggest as they're cocktails are going to leave you wanting...

Elsie's is a phenomenal spot to go enjoy unique, delicious cocktails in a truly wonderful atmosphere. The entire staff (with a special shoutout to Tony, Chelsea, Jake, Shelby, and Chris) are a delight. Everyone is so friendly and ensure you always have a great time. The charcuterie and other food items are heavenly, having been freshly prepared, with quality ingredients. My wife and I have loved going here, either for a quick cocktail before dinner or for a longer date night with multiple drinks and snacks. We cannot recommend this place enough, and are so thankful Elsie's opened up...