“Purpose is what you make of it at Odin. The whispers are true. This bar is extraordinary on a national level, and the experience you’ll have is only possible.”
- Jordan Michelmanhere. 

“An interest in collecting rare bottles became the genesis for what is now Odin’s back bar—a jaw-droppingly solid wall of pure, sustainably sourced mezcal that rivals the best selections in America.”
- Nino Bianchi

“It’s an amazing little mezcalería tucked away in the heart of Oakland. Their private-batch well program is always a hit for me, and the back bar boasts niche and ethically sourced spirits.”
-Reis

“As mezcalerías boom stateside, these 10 are prioritizing more than the length of their spirits list.”
- Emma Janzen

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“Great care has been taken with curating the bar program.”
- Dianne De Guzman

These articles are shared for historical reference and may feature former chefs and team members.