The Back Room

A not so secret, secret bar - it's easy to miss by the decorated gate a couple of steps away from the subway.Reserved for those 25 years and older, you're guided down a flight of stairs, some graffitied walls and up into an entrance leading you into a dark lit room. The vibes are warm, cozy and classic. There's very few places to sit, and tables/couches must be reserved. They even serve your drinks in tea cups reminiscent of the prohibition era. If you like a classier atmosphere as your go-to speakeasy, then it's worth paying a visit at least once.

Don't bother- Rude musician lectured my wife and I about how people stand too close to "her area" every week (nobody was playing yet). You'll walk through an alley to get in and overpay for average drinks. Try Madame George uptown instead!

Definitely a true hidden speakeasy, my aunt and I got a bit lost trying to find this place haha. Go down the toy gate and walk all the way to the back up the stairs by the trucks and it's that door. Inside is beautiful, it feels like you're in a cozy fancy living room with soft candles and comfy couches. Wish the fireplace was working to rly emphasize the vibe. Drinks are fine, preferred the Bees Knees to the Pink Slipper, but all are served in cute teacups as a nod to their prohibition roots. It got pretty busy on a Saturday night, but the bartenders were friendly and speedy. Note- 25 yrs and up is only for Friday and Saturday. Other nights is anyone of legal drinking age

10/10 service and drinks! It's a bit of a challenge to find if you're a new comer but that's the fun part. You'll figure it out eventually! My favorite part was the free coat rack. Every drink is served in a tea cup (it's a small history lesson look it up) but definitely worth it. It gets packed so snag a seat but the vibes are very relaxed.

This speakeasy is such a vibe, the decor and atmosphere is so cool. Kind of made me feel like I was in a different timeline. They serve all drinks in mugs like they used to back in the day when alcohol was not legal haha, so cool! This is not the place to come to if you want to dance around with friends. It is more of a sit down and catch up place, even the music is lower and I'm assuming it is because of this! Important to note this place is 25y and up.

The entrance is obscure as a speakeasy should be. A creepy neon lit ally leads into a fire escape type staircase. Other than the entrance, the bar itself is a bit underwhelming. We went on Christmas Eve which is the best time to go since it wasn't crowded at all. The drinks didn't seem very prohibition or speakeasy themed. When I saw the $16 price tag I thought that was super affordable for a speakeasy, but the drinks was served in a tiny tea cup and pretty weak so the cheap price made more sense. The ambiance was pretty cool considering it really was a prohibition bar back in the day, but the drinks aren't that unique.

After dinner at Dhamaka, one of my friends suggested we come here for drinks. Last time I was here was over a decade ago.. Maybe it's me but in my opinion, this place didn't exactly survive the test of time..Won't be coming back again..

This hidden gem was it! Speak easy era, music was sweet! Drinks served in tea cups and the decore and ambiance was perfect for get away with friends visiting from out of town. You can hear yourself speak and the the drinks were delicious. I loved getting into the place! At first glance you can't tell where you're going ha! I honestly though my friend sent me to die haha. Once I walked up the stairs at the end of that alley it was pure bliss!

I was very hesitant to return to this place after 9years from my last review and thought Dean would still be there but after a bit of peer pressure from my sister I gave in and I must say it was the best decision I made after dinner (at Dhamaka which you must try!). From the beginning Brandon was very friendly and approachable and was not greedy as Dean from 9yrs ago. He was very attentive and listened to what I wanted. Of course the drink decisions was on point with no regret. I wish he was the bartender from the beginning but unfortunately Brandon is only there Tuesday & Wednesday but I will definitely be returning when he's there! Ambiance remains the same but it's the service that counts! THANK YOU Brandon!

It's a cool speakeasy. Very crowded and almost impossible to find a seat. Bouncer kept telling my husband to take his hat off even though other people had hats on?? Worth a stop but I wouldn't go back.