First time visiting this cocktail lounge, and it was a truly unique experience. The space is intimate with limited seating, creating a cozy and welcoming atmosphere. The service was outstanding--attentive, friendly, and knowledgeable. What makes this place special is that there's no traditional cocktail menu. The bartenders craft drinks throughout the day, and guests are invited to sample them before deciding what to order. It feels personal, interactive, and completely different from the typical bar experience. read more

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It is a hard no for me, do not recommend.... I am a regular bakery customer and I was excited to try their new speak easy but I was very disappointed. We arrived on time but had to wait in the very busy and crowded bakery for 20 minutes while we watched 3 other couples be escorted up one at a time... When we finally got taken up, we then had to drink water for 20 minutes while we waited for the other couples to go one at a time to the bar for their "tasting". The atmosphere was small, bright, on the loud side for a speak easy, uncomfortable seating, open air and not impressive. The bartender prepared 4 drinks for each party to taste out of a straw from the same glass. Those were the drinks they were able to choose from for their order. It also seemed that there were two couples at the bar at the same time that didn't even know one another. We were told we had to "wait our turn". I took an out of town friend and kept apologizing to her about how bad the experience was. If they even want to attempt something like this they need to space out the reservations more, allow people to order drinks while they are waiting and offer more than 4 drinks. The food menu was less than impressive also...about 6 items deep and we saw some food come out that did not look appetizing. The charcuterie was laughable. By the time it was our turn, we were over it. I went to the bartender and asked for a refund of our $50 deposit and he said " yeah that is not how this works. You can go talk to the manager if you want but the deposit is non refundable". He was so rude that we walked out. On the way out the manager told me he would credit my card and "take care of it" and I have yet to see a credit. Don't waste your time, there are so many speak easy places in the OC that blow this one away. read more

It's an experience! One that must be had. Nick was fantastic and provided a wonderful evening.

Excited to have a speakeasy in Orange, but would rather drive to anaheim for theirs. The ambiance was cute to look at but impractical to dine in...and the pressure is on. We went to celebrate a birthday for one of our friends. We were sat at a long table facing a wall and weren't able to hear or speak with one another. They were 15 minutes late calling us up to our adventure and hasty to get us out!! While the bar experience sounded like it would be fun, the "tasting" was run as a dictatorship - one of our group wanted a quick photo of the laid out drinks and was scorned to put it away until the detailed instructions of taking a clean straw and using it to take a sample of each drink then discard it was ridiculous on every level. If you are going to sample, pour everyone a small taste! How wasteful in every way - the straws, the remains of the drink, etc. (a new straw was used for each "sampling"). Once e we finished this process, they wanted everyone's drink order before you could go back to the table. Not everyone knew what they wanted - but that wasn't allowed. You were to order before sitting back down! Then comes the food. Meh at best. Nobody was impressed by the food, there were limited choices, and our poor guest with food allergies was not well accommodated. The service was rushed and demanding. Oh. All of this on top of a $25 per person fee for reservation that goes back toward the bill. Also watch out! Gratuity was already included but not mentioned. There are better options for an experience of this sort. read more

46 A Speakeasy - Stairway up - Speakeasies Near Me - Villa Park, California

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46 A speakeasy is located in Rockwell Bakery. Check in is within the bakery and reservations are required. When making reservations a $25 deposit is required per person but will be applied to your bill day of visit. The hostess was very kind upon check in and took us to the back where the 46 door is. She provided us a code and explained the time limit along with house rules. We were then told to knock on the door and proceed with the experience. Kudos to the owner as this is the only speakeasy in the OC that has a true speakeasy feel entrance. They had a gentleman open the peephole and ask for the entry code. Once we said the code we entered a really cool mine shaft area. The attention to detail was on point and I was impressed! We were then taken upstairs to a private bar where there are four tables of four so a max of 16. This makes sense as to why reservations are hard to come by. The only ding about seating is you are sat with strangers it is not a private table. Luckily we had a fun older couple at our table so it made the conversation more lively. Otherwise don't go here with an expectation of an intimate/ private date night. They also offer a limited food menu but looked very promising. However, we were here for a night cap so just dabbled in drinks. The bartender had a seasonal menu of 4 cocktails he created. He explained the drinks and then had us try each one with a straw. We then placed our order based on what we liked. He did say if we were not a fan he could create us our own personal cocktail as well. The old fashion he created was phenomenal! Overall, a cool little spot in the OC. Do wish they were open later as they do close at 11pm on Friday and Saturday. read more

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46 A Speakeasy was a very cool experience that I really enjoyed. I recently had came across this new speakeasy on Instagram and was instantly wanting to come here. Luckily for us they had a single day showing openings and after putting in a reservation request we were lucky enough to be granted a spot at a later time slot for the same night. The place is owned and operated by Rockwells and is exclusively by reservation only as it only accommodates around 16 guests in seats of 2. You will have guests across from you if booked as a party of 2. The check-in process is done inside the main Rockwells Bakery entrance and your entrance will be staggered so you get the full speakeasy experience. Once your reservation has been made and deposit ($25 per person non refundable but will go toward your bill) you will be given the password and address. Upon being escorted to the entrance you knock on the door, provide the password and will be given the rules. You will the take the stairs where you will be given a small tasting and description of all.of the nights cocktails (you are not confined to these and they will also make what you want or let the run wild if you want something unique and off menu). They also have several great food options from a charcuterie plate, lobster rolls, burger, steak and fries, burrata salad and creme brulee for dessert. The drinks will run around $20 each but are made well and are not your simple run of the mill cocktails and each represents the place well. The staff was very friendly and accommodating (albeit a bit slow on the night we came) but they have only been open for a short time. With Instagram advertising it has been blowing up and they are currently booked solid though November. They are open on Friday and Saturdays only with slots at 7:00 or 9:00. We opted for a charcuterie plate, 2 cocktails each and a creme brulee to share for dessert and it ran us about $100 after the deposit was credited. They do add a 20% tip automatically as well but we did leave a little something extra for for the small team as well. This was overall a very cool experience that I will definitely return to again. Anyone looking for a quality speakeasy with great drinks, a good food menu and a friendly staff this is a place you should definitely check out. A 5 star experience that will only get better as they work out timing issues. read more

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46 is a new speakeasy that just recently opened at Rockwell's Bakery in Villa Park. They are currently only open on Friday and Saturday nights with timeslots at 7pm and 9pm. Seating is limited and by reservation only. Go to the Rockwell's website to request a reservation from the list of available dates and times. If you manage to snag a spot, there is a $25 per person deposit which will be applied to your bill. When you arrive, check-in with the host at Rockwell's. One at a time, each party gets their own short experience. You are escorted through the bar area and out the side door of the building. A few steps away there is a wooden door with a sheriff's office sign and an illuminated number 46 on the door. Walk up to the door, knock, and you will be asked for the password supplied with your reservation. The entrance to 46 is definitely the most unique and immersive of any speakeasy or bar we have ever been to. When the door opened, we were greeted by Chuck who I spoke to on the phone to book the reservation. The Sheriff's office area is dimly lit and contains two cells of locked up liquor bottles and another cell with the sheriff's desk and files illuminated in red. You then walk through a gate and up the wooden stairs through the dimly lit mineshaft with rock walls and a rock ceiling. There are even rumbling sounds as you ascend. Turn right at the top of the stairs, and you enter the bar area. You can tell there was a lot of time and effort put into the décor. It is very new looking, but very authentic at the same time. Both walls at the top of the stairs give the illusion of a much longer staircase and wider bar area. The walls are a great mix of wood and stone, and even the rocky ceiling makes you feel as though you are sitting in a carved out spot inside a mine. We walked down to the bar area and were greeted by Nick. There is no drink menu. They were showcasing four different cocktails and you could taste each one by dipping a new straw into each and pulling out a sample. If you don't care for any of them, you can request a drink or have the bartender create something for you. My girlfriend and I have different tastes, but we each liked two of the four drinks, so it worked out perfectly. We were the first party in our timeslot, so this whole time we had the place to ourselves. When we finished sampling the cocktails and were seated, the next party came in for their solo time, and so on. I think it's great they do it this way instead of having a large group of up to 16 people come in at once. My first cocktail was the Creamsicle margarita. It had a nice creamy mouthfeel with a light orange flavor that wasn't overly sweet. This was definitely different than your average margarita. Her first was the Zesty Alchemist which is served in a wine glass which makes it feel like a large drink. It has Grey Goose vodka, passion fruit, and ginger, and was light and refreshing with a great nose. My second cocktail was the Nuttin But Honey old fashioned. They infuse the rye with honey in-house along with a fat wash. I like my old fashioned with something in it to take down the alcohol bite a bit, and this one did a great job of doing that by adding some sweetness and complexity to make a real smooth cocktail. Her second was The Golden Peach. If I'm not mistaken, I think the alcohol was bourbon but it was extremely well balanced with a great peach flavor that wasn't too sweet. All four featured cocktails were very good. We came during the 9pm time slot, so we had already eaten dinner. A snack is always good with drinks, so we ordered the charcuterie board. It had three different meats, two cheeses, four crisp pieces of bread, olives, grapes, a strawberry jam, and a spicy mustard. The plate was on the smaller side, but it was a perfect sized late night snack to go along with two rounds of drinks. We were starting to wind down the evening when Nick brought us two complementary shots. One was a bourbon basil mix, and the second was a vodka mint mix. The vodka mint shot blew me away, and I ended up ordering a full sized version. I think he said it was vodka, honey, lemon, and mint, and I'm guessing a little strawberry puree. It was so bright, flavorful, and refreshing. I easily could have had a few more of those. Nick was more or less a one man show with just a little help. In addition to making some great drinks, he provided great service. We really enjoyed chatting with him for a while at the end of the evening, and you can tell he has a lot of passion for 46. The area is small and seats a maximum of 16 people. The only potential negative is that on a busy night, you will be seated across from strangers. We were fortunate that it wasn't full during our visit, and we had our own table with an additional empty table next to us. It is a small place, and they need to fill the seats so I get it. This is a great new speakeasy that I would definitely recommend visiting. read more

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What a neat find. Steven had been telling me that there was a new speakeasy located at Rockwell's Bakery and that you had to put in reservations. Currently, it is only open on Friday and Saturday evenings, at 7:00pm and 9:00pm. He had requested 7:00 but the only slots available were at 9:00 so he snagged them. When you arrive, you check in at the hostess stand at the bakery and it comes as first come first serve, reservation only. They take your party each separately, minutes apart, so that each party gets the full speakeasy experience. Once called, you are escorted over to the secret door where you knock and provide the password that is given to you at the time of reservation. It was really cool and definitely had a speakeasy theme all around it. The owner let us in and talked about the room for a bit as we observed alcohol tucked away behind metal bars. If you got into trouble, you would be locked in the cell! Just kidding, it was computer screens with cameras hidden behind a jail cell door. As we were walked into the bar area we were introduced to the bartender and the server for the night. They had a flight of four cocktails out which were their specials for the night. If you really did not want any of them, you could request something. We were able to take samples of each one and took our seat. The room currently allows for 16 people to sit along two rows of 8, and oddly enough, every party was a party of 2 that night. Everyone ended up mingling with strangers now sitting across from them. We were the one exception with our own section. The service was really great and friendly from start to finish, between the food and drinks and checking up on us. The service was a bit slow which could be improved, and I noticed some confusion multiple times regarding what order the drinks were made (we were almost last even though we were the third to order), food orders, and then even when paying the bill. All was squared away. Due to the hype on IG, reservations were already booked through October as of a week ago, so hurry up and get a reservation if you can. read more

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Please take me back here! The food and drinks were phenomenal! I loved the honey butter old fashioned, and my husband enjoyed the orange creamsicle margarita, which surprisingly wasn't as sweet as it sounded. I appreciated the opportunity to sample each drink before purchasing, especially since the cocktails came with a hefty price tag of $20. If the featured cocktails don't tickle your fancy, the mixologist can craft whatever you're craving for the same price as the specialty drinks. We ordered the burger, which was juicy and topped with a delectable apple whiskey chutney that elevated it beyond my expectations. The 16 oz ribeye was excellent and paired perfectly with the best yuca fries I've ever tasted, and that spicy chimichurri was to die for! The manager and bartender shared the responsibility of waiting tables and did a damn good job of doing so. With only 4 tables and 16 seats, the need for additional servers wasn't warranted. The old mineshaft decor spoke for itself. It gave Thunder Mountain vibes in the best possible sense. We really enjoyed our dining experience at 46. I'd rather spend $250 here than at some stuffy, swanky steakhouse. Even though we arrived as a party of two, we were fortunate enough to have a table to ourselves. I don't think the experience would have been the same had they sat us with strangers. That's just odd to me - and very uncomfortable. The 90 minutes flew by. I wish we had more time to enjoy our perfect date night. The process of booking on the website was simple: -fill out an interest form -receive a call from Chuck about 9-10 days before the requested date (if you get in) -pay a $25 deposit per person via a link sent by text -check in with the hostess at Rockwell's read more

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I had an amazing experience here. The best speakeasy in North OC, hands down, with a great menu! I ordered their burger, which has Brie cheese, apple chutney, and bacon. Was so good! The bartender was great and they gave good recommendations on drinks. Their smoked Old Fashioned was a show stopper, and they had a good tequila based drink too. I love the miner deep ambiance here. Literally you feel like you're about to go on a Disneyland ride when you get you up the stairs to the speakeasy. It's not easy to get reservations here, but my goodness it's worth it. I want to go in the spring since they change the menu here every quarter. read more

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If you like speakeasies you gotta check this place out! It's reservation only and they're only open Fridays and Saturdays. It's decorated like an old mining camp with oak barrels, dynamite, old glass bottles, and wanted posters. They have a very impressive collection of spirits. They've only been open for a few weeks and are still working on their drink menu, making tweaks and perfecting everything. Worth going though if you can get in. You walk up to the door, knock and give the password. Then you're led to the tasting room. You're given a taste of their current specialty cocktails which you can choose from, or have them make any other cocktail you'd like. Let them get creative, you won't be disappointed! We started with a honey butter whiskey cocktail called "Nuttin But Honey". It was delicious with some sweet notes but very balanced. My fiancé got the "Zesty Alchemist" which was a very refreshing citrus drink, not too sweet but really good. For our second round we both got their special Old Fashioned which uses fat washed (in bacon) whiskey. It was so smooth with a little smokey flavor, garnished with a perfectly crispy slice of bacon. Totally worth getting! They do have a food menu as well and everything looks and sounds so good. We decided on the crispy pork belly. It was a nice big chunk of pork belly perfectly cooked and covered with a tasty sweet sauce. It was laid on top of a bed of roasted corn (esquites) and cilantro crema. It was the perfect bite with our drunks! To finish I had the mixologist make me a rye whiskey based drink. He did NOT disappoint! He made a delicious drink with Bulleit Rye, Chambord, and pineapple. It was such a great finish to a wonderful experience! The bartenders and hosts are great, very attentive and helpful with their explanations. Don't be afraid to ask questions and explore new flavors here, they're here to guide you. We'll be back as soon as possible! read more

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We tried this speakeasy and what a really nice time we had there. the drinks were great and the food was great. what more can you ask for??? The bartender was very kneadable and went over the drinks they had for the evening. We loved the old Fashoned they made. The food we tried was also great. The friend we made sitting at the table was nice. There are a few tables, and they have guests share a table which is nice for meeting new people and great conversation. If you want a great night out and some great conversation you have to try this location. read more

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There was a total of 4 of us and had a great time at the speakeasy. You check in at the bakery with a hostess and she/he will guide you to the front door when ready. We had 7pm reservations and downside we didn't get sat until 7:30 and they have timed seatings. We tried all of their holiday drinks and also had 2 appetizers (charcuterie board and lobster Mac and cheese) and we also ordered the crab stuffed prawns, burger, and bacon wrapped dates. Everything was delicious. The decorations for the holidays was so cute. read more

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This is a new hidden Gem of a speakeasy. It is an amazing experience from the door knock to the time you are seated and then drinks / dinner. They have worked hard on small details all around the speakeasy and it's awesome. Bartender is one of the best and so is the server. It's a small intimate experience and I highly recommend one should try. We can't wait to visit again when they have Christmas decorations. Thanks again for an amazing night last night. read more

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We really enjoyed our experience at 46 A Speakeasy. It felt like a real speakeasy from the password to the coziness nestled in a secret spot behind Rockwells. After arriving to 46, we were able to sample 4 different specialty drinks and choose one of them. And seated at our table. If you're a party less than 4. You will be joined with another party. Initially, it may feel awkward however after the icebreaker. It works! They have a nice food menus. The dates and burger were delicious! Besides the speciality drinks they also have a full bar so I opted for a regular old fashioned and it was delish! Since the speakeasy can hold a max of 16 ppl, service was superb and attentive. Pricing was reasonable for what it is. Note: service charge (tip) is included. I wish they would have told me. It was dark and I didn't have my glasses. Also after 2 drinks.... I added another 20% on top of that. I didn't even notice until I got home. But what is done is done. Would I return? yes! We enjoyed it so much. We have already recommended so many people and they have gone and enjoyed it as well!! read more

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Great experience! Loved the food. The menu is very limited but delicious. One on one experience with your group to try their cocktails. Would I do it again? Probably not. But do recommend to give a try once. Make sure to make a reservation! A little tight space as they limit the amount of guest for the reservation. They do sit you with another party of your a party of 2 just a little warning. Our party of two that sat with us initially requested to be sat outside and we ended up with our own table read more

It was one of those day, you wake up and feel the urge for something different. I had this urge this particular morning but it was not a positive urge. It was the urge of the loner. I wanted a drink and I wanted to hide. Hide from what or who you ask? From everybody and everything I suppose. Just then I could hear Freud in my head saying, "You're only running away from yourself you know?" So be it, I was not interested in the specifics of what I was hiding from, I just wanted to scratch the itch of this anti-social desire. Unluckily for me, I didn't now how I got to the place I woke up in but luckily for me, I found myself in the city of Villa Park. I decided to be positive, "Well, this will be a new and interesting day," I thought. And for my positive energy the universe rewarded me. I was just minutes from a speakeasy up above a restaurant called Rockwells. It was not the best hidden speakeasy but it was intimate which is just another degree of measure for hidden. They tout their best drinks in front of you and encourage you to taste test them before ordering. They taste good enough to where you start to order endlessly. Forgive me, for I do not know how the night ended but I was plenty hidden that night, even from my own consciousness. The next morning I find myself waking up with flashes of memories streaming by my face. The bacon wrapped dates were delicious, and the drinks were strong. Afterward I reach inside my pocket to realize something that had not been caught by my memory, I had spent over $200 and one of my drinks was $70 alone. Was this a typo or mistake? Well, all's fair in speakeasies and blackouts. Stay hidden until you want to be in view again my friends... read more

Great place for a celebratory night out with friends, drinks are unique and food is delish. Being a small place, the service is more personal. read more

Super Ambiance, wonderful food and excellent service! Mixologist: Nick created amazing cocktails for our party! read more

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This place is a hidden gem. It has great food. Service and drinks! Definitely will come back for another event read more

46 A Speakeasy - 46 speakeasy hosted my book club. Such a great venue, and place for intimate event. - Speakeasies Near Me - Villa Park, California

Great atmosphere & craft cocktails. They have a condensed menu and also time limit for your party including a 20% gratuity added to your bill. Overall we enjoyed our first visit and would consider a return. read more

Really impressed by the overall experience. Aims to be a true speakeasy. Password to get in, immersive decor and no cocktail menu. Rotates monthly with the ability to sample what's available. Really excellent experience, enjoyed the food too! read more

Had high hopes and high expectations as we love to explore new speakeasies. Concept is good but the ambiance is not. Unfortunate for our party of four, the noise level was beyond vibrant, it was obnoxious. There were guests two tables down that were so loud as to ruin our experience. The disturbance was so obvious to the other guests that we assumed the bar manager would kindly rein in the offenders. Sadly, did not happen. Other speakeasies we have enjoyed observe the namesake, that is, to speak easy. In this regard, 46 is just any typical bar, with no vibe. Maybe we'll try again in hopes that bozo the clown will be absent. read more

AMAZING experience! Great food, excellent cocktails and all around entertaining experience.

Drinks were very interesting and tasty and vibes were great, similar to pirates of the caribbean. Service was solid.

Overall great place to unwind watch a game and live music. Service can be slow small place though