Tucked behind an unassuming alley in Old Roseville sits a green door marked only with the number 323. No signs. No bell. No sliding peek window. No sound leaking through the walls. You'd be forgiven for thinking you were in the wrong place or about to make a mistake and put yourself into a sketchy place. We looked around for a more "realistic" entry way not knowing the most realistic entry way is one that looks like a back door to a closed vacuum or furniture storefront. That's exactly the point. You knock. Immediately, the door opens. A man in a cowboy hat looks you over. He doesn't wear a name tag. He doesn't need one. He asks, "You have something to say?" If you've done your homework, and say the right thing, the door stays open. You're in. I do not know what happens if you do not have the word. What follows is less a bar and more a pocket of time. The interior is small but well conceived. The bar sits directly at the entrance, flanked by a few standing guests and several small tables. Beyond that, the space opens up into a lounge with seating for six to eight, and a longer bench-style area for a dozen or so. The walls are dark, the lighting low. It's the kind of place that feels like it remembers what Prohibition was, even if most of us never lived it. It felt like walking onto a movie set where we might be extras, and the main characters would enter and play out a scene. It was a perfect example of a speak easy in full swing. Even the glassware was legitimate. The decor is intentional. Books tucked into corners. Stags mounted on the wall. Nothing feels store-bought or trendy. It's immersive without trying too hard. The seats were not overstuffed contemporary types nor were the tables or even foot stools. They all looked like they came from a speak easy back in the day. About the only thing that did not look like the real thing were the patrons, as they were dressed casually, and of course the iPhones. I suppose that would have caused quite a ruckus during prohibition! Conversations are constant, layered over each other and laughter. It gets loud, but not obnoxious. There's a rhythm to the space that holds. My suggestion is to not go at 7pm on a Saturday and hope to get a prized table, couch or seat. Now, to the drinks. House Divided serves anything you ask for, but they lean into the theme. Classic cocktails done right. Throwbacks with historical lean. Creative new entries like lavender martinis that aren't just gimmicks. Each drink feels made by someone who knows what they're doing and takes pride in the process. This is not vodka-soda speed bar territory. It's craft, and it shows. I did not see a bottle of ocean spray anywhere, but what I did see were large glass bottles labeled with the juice or concoction held within. The little details are obvious! If I were to translate my usual framework:    *   Ambiance and Service: 4 stars (it can get loud and if you are here to have a conversation it will be difficult)    *   Quality: 5 stars- I had a simple drink - vodka and cranberry. With something "special" that the tender added. I don't know what it was, but the taste was wonderful! Way different than my standard go to!    *   Value? That depends on whether you're measuring price per ounce, or the fact that you just got to walk through a green door into another world. But in reality, 5 stars. Do I wish for more seating? Yes. Perhaps more quiet? Yes. But if it were those things, would it be the same? No. My guess is going on a Saturday at 7pm is going to be a bit crowded, and loud. That's my fault, and testament to their quality. Next, I found the staff to be great! Even the doorman gave it character, cowboy hat and boots and all! Great experience! read more

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This was a pretty cool find. I was out with a friend and wanted to find something a little different. We finished up at a driving range, had lunch, and wanted to try a new place. Who doesn't love the idea of a speakeasy?? We decided to head to Roseville in pursuit of a secret place. We found the secret door, knocked, and a young man answered. He asked for the password. Unfortunately I am not on social media and that's where you're supposed to find it. Bummer! I decided to use my own password. It worked and we entered the inner sanctum. It was a cool, smallish place with nice decor. The bar was the first thing we saw. I looked around to see a few tables and couches to the left. It was pretty early and there were only a few people there so we got a cozy little table in front of a velvety couch. I went to the bar where a burly tattooed OG bartender greeted me. I ordered an old fashioned and a raspberry lemon drop. My old fashioned was done very well. I'm on an old fashioned kick right now and love to try them at different places that look like they know how to make them. This one was really good. My friend wasn't so keen on her lemon drop, saying the lavender was a bit overpowering. We had another round and this time she had something different that she enjoyed. My second old fashioned was just as good as the first. It was getting later and more people happened to have the password and it was getting crowded. We were done, paid the tab, which wasn't bad considering how most speakeasy's can be pretty pricy. Overall, it was a great experience, the place was nice, friendly, and the drinks were done well. Give it a shot. Find the password, or use your own if you dare! read more

Amazing cocktails and great attention to detail. Felt welcomed the minute I walked in. Definitely recommend!

Great drinks and a great staff. Shout out to Gabby who was very fun and made a great ol fashioned. High recommend!

We visited A House Divided Speakeasy this evening and had a great time. Without giving away any secrets, once you find the entrance, you'll need a password to get in. After knocking and sharing the password, we were greeted warmly and checked in, which added to the fun experience. I ordered a Proper Old Fashioned, and my wife went with the Tropic? ...that had Mezcal. She really enjoyed hers, and my Old Fashioned was excellent. You can tell the bartender takes pride in his craft and makes each drink with care and confidence. The speakeasy itself isn't very big, but it has a lot of personality. The decor had a slightly spooky feel with some holiday touches, and the lighting and music created the perfect vibe. We sat in comfortable chairs facing the bookshelf and just enjoyed the atmosphere while sipping our drinks. We only had one drink each on this first visit, but we definitely plan to come back soon to try other things. The drinks, service, and ambiance were all spot on. read more

House divided is my favorite bar in the Sacramento area. If I could take someone I loved to only one place for cocktails locally, it would be this one. The drinks don't miss, the service is phenomenal, and the ambiance is unlike any other. Many places try to capture the feeling of a speakeasy, but from going down a creepy alley, sharing a secret passwords, and being transported to a dimly-lit, gorgeous room, few if any manage to do it the way House Divided does. read more

House Divided - French 75 (left), Old Fashioned (middle), and a Lavender Lemon Drop (right). - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Roseville, California

This is true speak easy type of a cocktail establishment! There's no sign outside whatsoever. The only thing that gave away was the not so easy speaking voices from inside through a window. You got to knock on the door and tell a password which is available from their Instagram account. Absolutely cool! The cocktails were amazing. We had 4 different kinds and all of these were great. Tasty, balanced and with a kick! Pure joy. The service was prompt and polite. They are professionals that know what they are doing. The ambience is fully speak easy like. Notice that there are not many seats available, the place is small. Wear comfortable shoes to stand. Nobody was drunk, mostly couples having cocktails after dinner, so not a dive bar. Most people were dressed nicely. Just adults having a good time and minding their own conversations. I didn't notice any food at all. Didn't ask either. It seemed nobody was there for any snack. read more

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house divided is beautifully decorated and their bartenders really care about their handcrafted cocktails. i kid you not, this place looks like an Arctic Monkeys song. It has a dark and mysterious ambiance, perfect for a date night. i love going to this hole in the wall and it'll truly always have a special place in my heart (and in my diary- of course i wrote all about my first experience in this charming little cocktail lounge). read more

House Divided - lemon lavender mocktail and i forget the other drink (not mine) - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Roseville, California

GREAT DRINKS!!!!!! Butttt superrr busy. Bar area is great but the rest has an ambiance different than I expected, but still great

To those of you searching for one of those true hole-in-the-wall speakeasy dive bars in the greater Sacramento area, do yourself a favor and definitely give "House Divided" a try. I have a real passion for these types of places; everything from the retro look with distressed furniture to the exclusive and rare varieties of special whiskies, bourbons, and scotch liquors. Located in the heart of Old Roseville and at the corner of Lincoln St. and Washington Blvd., this place has been operating since mid-2023 while neighboring "FourScore Coffeehouse". To get here takes a little bit of investigated work in the sense that the address is not where you think it is. In fact, from Lincoln St., this place looks like an empty building with no customers. However, the entry point to House Divided is down an alley. And this alley boasts a green door with no outside security. This is where you "knock" on the door and a staff member asks you for the password. Since I had mentioned investigated work, this means you go to their Facebook or Instagram page where the password is given for that select night. I also wanted to add that this place is closed on Sunday & Monday; however, they are open for business Tuesday through Saturday from 4:00-11:00pm. As for the interior layout of this place, it is quite small to a point where they only allow so many people in at a time. And there are no windows here as the brick building shields you from any lights or outside elements from getting inside. Everything about this place looks like you've stepped back in time to the Prohibition-era with vintage photos, a deep oak bar area, and some classic aged liquors that go as far back as the early-1900's. You won't find your typical modern liquors here as the staff here has done the painstaking task of providing such an amazing and eclectic variety. I actually came here with my lady on my birthday which was the evening of Saturday 11/30/2024 at around 8:30pm. It was a packed house and every single seat was taken. Since I wanted to try a real-deal bourbon drink, I went with their "Proper Old Fashioned". This cocktail was made with aged bourbon/rye complete with Angostura bitters simple cherry & orange syrup. I will say that their specialty cocktail & old fashioned menu is quite eclectic with the perfect amount of options to cater to everyone taste bud. My drink hit the spot as this rivals some of the top speakeasy bars found in Chicago and New York City. All in all, "House Divided" is an excellent and classic speakeasy bar that I highly recommend. It does get loud; especially during Friday/Saturday nights and finding a seat may not be a guarantee. But the bartenders/hostesses and everyone that works here do an amazing job in serving the customers in a quick and timely manner. With that said and done, I am giving House Divided a perfect and unanimous five-star rating. Cheers! read more

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I love this place! I came here with a friend looking to catch up and this speakeasy is such a hidden gem! I came over here the night before thanksgivings. I got 2 drinks, the pomegranate martini and lavender lemon drop. I'm more inclined to the sweeter and sour drinks and I love these. The bar is bustling and loud, lots of like animals on their walls. I felt like I'm in a cabin with my pals and it's a snowy day in and we're getting drunk. Loved it and will come back! read more

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It's a very small location, which makes it even nicer in my opinion. The ambience is spectacular. The staff is kind and attentive.! had a small get together with friends and would definitely go back! read more

It's a super cute hidden bar in the midtown Roseville alley. The interior is dark and can be loud depending on the group in there upon arrival. The music is also a little bit louder than I would prefer ( but I was here on a Friday evening). It is def. not an ideal for place for conversations. They do not serve food. The bar service was also considerably slow for about 15 ppl in attendance while I was here. read more

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Great staff, cool vibe, great drinks. Follow their insta for the password of the day. Really liked this addition to the old town Roseville lineup. read more

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Amazing cocktails and such a fun and warm ambiance. The staff were so friendly and provided exceptional service. You can get the password for entry from their Instagram page and the establishment is 21 or older only for entry only, so bring your ID as they scan them at the door. Will definitely be back in the future! read more

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What a cool little hidden speakeasy!!!!! This place has great drinks and an overall fun vibe! I would recommend bringing a card game or two to play with your peoples while you're sitting in the booths as it can add to the experience and atmosphere of this place. Oh and you have to know the password in that night to get in, which we didn't but the doorman was pretty chill read more

Very fun place. I've been to better speakeasy's but this was fun. Drinks were very well done with a lot of thought and unique flavors. Service was great but I wish they were more on theme. You're paying a premium for the experience, get in character. Definitely will be back, once i find the others in the area. read more

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Love this place!! The atmosphere is cozy with cool decor. Drinks are delicious, I ordered the lavender lemon drop and whiskey sour - both were fantastic. Staff was friendly. After coming for the first time, I was back in less than a week. Can't wait to bring my sister here. Such an awesome find in the Roseville area! read more

House Divided - Seasonal lychee martini, lavender lemon drop, and old fashioned - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Roseville, California

Tucked away down an alley you'll find this treasure! The drinks? Absolutely tasty, with a menu that mixes classics and unique concoctions. The limited seating adds to the intimate vibe, making it feel exclusive. Seriously the vibe alone makes it worth checking out. If you are on the hunt for a unique spot to enjoy some beverages and a memorable feel, this is the place. read more

Great little hidden gem for a fun cocktail spot. It's small but cozy and the atmosphere was fun! read more

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This is an awesome concept and they did a great job with the inside decor. I do love emerald green and gold. The drinks were delicious. The biggest drawback is that there is nowhere to sit. It is a tight space and people were either bumping into me or I had to stay glued to the bar. read more

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Ambiance: 4/5 Service: 5/5 Food: n/a Drinks: 5/5 Price: 5/5 Gabbie was the primary bartender working tonight, and she did a fantastic job. Her and the doorman (who is also a bartender) were both very friendly and informative about the bar's offerings. I enjoyed the small, intimate setting, and we can't wait to come back. read more

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Sending off our best and most enjoyed executive chef in style. House Divided is a classy place, not a rowdy clientele. Dark lighting, excellent housemade cocktails made with craft and style. Staff is friendly and nice. Cheers to you Chef. read more

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Great ambiance and drinks. Small location, get in early before they reach capacity and have to wait outside! read more

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Okay so I been to the Candy Shop Speakeasy in downtown Roseville (Daniellos) but I had never heard of this one House Divided apparently they been open for two years now and it's been such a secret that I didn't know about it and I'm sure a lot of people don't either . Well, it's time to let everyone know because it was awesome and I want my Yelp friends and everyone to come check it out. You will not see any signs or anything but I will let u know how to find it okay here we go .. It's right behind Fourscore Coffee shop in the heart of downtown Roseville. You will see the door I posted a picture of and u will knock and someone will ask you for a password . I had difficulty finding it online I thought I had it but it was a different one luckily the young lady helped me with the password and I got in .. Walking in this place is so 1920's small but very cute with plenty of bar and table seatings. They got 1920s music playing in the background coming out of an old radio. The ambience is amazing! They have a seasonal cocktail menu and two regular menus. They do not serve food here, but there's so many places around there that you could walk that do. They have a cute clean bathroom u can see the brick wall it's painted red . Idk I pay attention to details I thought it was cute and clean . All the drinks were 10/10 craft cocktails . They also offer Eagle Rare and other good bourbons and more .. The staff is amazing starting from Gabby who open the door for the password to the mixologist Jason and Mariah . Everyone was super friendly and attentive. We will definitely be coming back very soon . I highly recommend ! read more

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This is a kind of place that looked better online unfortunately. The decor was cute and festive, I do appreciate a good theme, and service was quick too! But my drinks were sorta mid. read more

This is a cool speakeasy venue with excellent drinks in the old Roseville. Go online and get the password before you arrive. read more

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Delicious drink - I ordered the Smokin' Hearts mescal drink and it was delicious My husband got the summer sour and it was great too Good ambience read more

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We really enjoyed our evening drinks here while in Roseville. Signup for email updates, text updates, or check their Instagram for nightly passwords. Our drinks were outstanding and I can't say the prices were high considering the quality and craftsmanship involved in creating the delightful beverages. The only downside is waiting at the bar for each drink rather than having a waitress, but I get it. The space is decorated eclectically with mounted animal heads and a cool vibe. Definitely recommend checking it out! read more

Really cute place and I love the vibe but the drinks aren't great. Pretty disappointing because it has so much potential!

Great food and service. I was very impressed with my visit last week. The drinks were top notch

I loved the entrance and the fun way to find the password (instagram). It was small and cozy. Nothing fancy but definitely comfortable. We had Jason as our bartender and he made the two best cocktails I've ever had. I do wish they had snacks or something but I can imagine it would be difficult in the small space. Will definitely be back. Must try: Lavender lemon drop and whiskey sour. read more

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5 stars for me.... Hands down It's small, quiet, quaint, and specializes in craft cocktails. Perfection. This is just a spot for cocktails not food and I'm fine with that when I night cap is in order. The menu is fun, different, and enticing. The staff is extremely friendly and knowledgeable. Prices are reasonable. Drinks are delish. I love the mellow vibes. It's such my jam. Perfect spot to have a drink with a date or a couple friends and just relax. I'd highly recommend read more

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Where do I start? The atmosphere is everything you'd expect from a speakeasy. The entrance through an alley way, the dim lighting, and the decor made the experience all the better. The bar was pretty busy, yet the bartenders were quick and attentive. To say the drinks were fantastic is an understatement! These drinks were literal art. This is definitely a place I will be recommending!! read more

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The best speakeasy we have ever been to!! Inviting, authentic and amazing drinks!! Truly a hidden gem!!

10/10 experience. I miss the speakeasies of the east coast and this place is a worthy contender among them. Drinks were great and staff were friendly. The lighting inside is perfect. read more

Simply the best! I look forward to coming to House Divided each time I'm in town. Drinks are amazing!!!

Space is small, dark and at the time crowded. Could be more fun if you have a place to sit. Had no trouble ordering drinks. Drinks were ok. Nothing special. Ordered their "Proper Old Fashioned". Buffalo Trace is their standard bourbon. Bartender built OF in a mixing glass and did not add ice. OF was served warm over large ice and orange peel. Luxardo cherry was placed in rocks glass without a pick (really?). Took some time for drink to cool. Whiskey sour, also with BT, was ordered. Again, it was ok. read more

A great hole in the wall speakeasy. Loved the atmosphere and ambiance. Staff was very friendly. I am definitely going to see if they have live music any of the days, that would make it amazing! read more

House Divided is a fun low speakeasy with an atmosphere to match located an alleyway in Old Town Roseville. Classic brick style with a cozy feel. The bar and door had attentive service. Impressed with the variety of drinks the bartender was able to make. I enjoyed a round of white lien. While everyone in my group of plus ten (10) was able to grab a comfortable place to seat beyond the bar accompanied by their individualized drinks. Overall, this particular speakeasy individuals can arrive and enjoy with a group yet still have enjoyable time as a solo person. Excellent place for meeting your friends and new people. As a final note make sure to signup to receive the password by email and upon your arrival make sure to provide a knock on the door then give the door staff the password at the door. For further details regarding House Divided I highly recommend prior to your visit grab a cup of coffee at Four Scores. read more