Week 13: Gypsy Jazz at Japp's

We love Japp's. It's by far the coolest, friendliest bar in Over-the-Rhine and owner Molly Wellmann is undoubtedly the hippest, grooviest mixologist ever. The bar is also really close to our home, which makes it our favorite "local."

Japp's Since 1879

Molly was behind the bar when we ventured in on Friday after work and greeted us with a smile and a rundown of her weekly creations. Her mixes are truly a work of art. Sublime and subtle, they have a way of sneaking up on you because the flavors work together so well it's easy to forget there is alcohol in the glass. We ordered up and settled down at the bar to watch Burning Caravan in action.

Cocktail board at Japp's Since 1879

We had a splendid time. The band's infectious gypsy jazz had folks dancing, we became fast friends with those around us and were later joined by neighbors celebrating the end of the work week.

Burning Caravan in action

The night wasn't completely free since we bought drinks, but the music and fun atmosphere at Japp's are always free. Brilliant!



Japp's Since 1879
1136 Main St. 
Over-the-Rhine
Free music Thursday-Saturday

NOTE: Week 13 is late being posted because I was laid low by The Goob for a week. Sorry!