What a cool speakeasy! The entrance is behind a floral wall and transforms into a French themed space. It's dimly and chilly inside! We sat at the bar and I asked if they could make me a mocktail. Looks like I got the Forbidden Fruit in a mocktail form. It tasted like Autumn! A lot of people ordered Once in a Blue Moon, which had Blue Curacao, Juliette, lime juice, and a lime wheel. It was pretty refreshing. For our second round, our bartender made a spicy mojito for me, and a smokey and spicy drink for my friend. Both were light and delicious. It's a cool spot for date night or girls night out! read more

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Checked out Rideau Speakeasy after dinner at Arden West Hollywood and it was such a nice surprise. It's hidden behind a flower door, so it's easy to miss if you don't know. The space is dim and cozy, and the drinks were really good. Felt like a good place to just sit and relax for a bit. read more

Hidden behind a dreamy floral entrance, stepping into Rideau feels like discovering a space that quietly transforms the moment you walk in. The transition from soft, garden-inspired surroundings into the speakeasy is seamless, yet striking. Inside, the ambiance is warm and inviting, with rich red tones, velvet textures, and dim lighting that create a calm, intimate setting. It feels thoughtfully designed--every detail, from the seating to the lighting, adds to an atmosphere that's both elevated and comfortable. The drinks were beautifully crafted, with a clear attention to both flavor and presentation. Each cocktail felt balanced and refined, with subtle floral and citrus notes and delicate garnishes that made them just as visually appealing as they were enjoyable to drink. What stands out most is how cohesive the entire experience feels--from the entrance to the cocktails, everything flows together in a way that feels intentional and well curated. It's a great spot for a relaxed evening, whether you're catching up with friends or simply enjoying a slower, more elevated night out. read more

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This hidden gem inside Arden was such a lovely way to end an anniversary dinner! We loved every aspect of the space, from the hidden doorway behind the fountain in the Arden restaurant, to the funky music choices that gave the room its own separate vibe from outside. The inside is absolutely stunning with red velvet curtains and seats, black and white checkered floor titles, marble tables and gold fixtures and french risque art that tie it all together. The drinks are a bit pricey as expected and the martini menu they provide limits your drink choice to vodka, but the bartender told us we could order any drink we wanted, so we did! We loved how attentive he was during our service and that he respected our private moments afterwards as we enjoyed a good hour and a half in the corner gabbing away and stealing kisses as the night went on. read more

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Rideau is such a beautiful, super intimate speakeasy in West Hollywood. The space feels very curated with a subtle French-inspired RED aesthetic that makes the whole experience feels elevated. Their cocktails are made with Half Cut premium vodka at 45% ABV, so the drinks are definitely strong but made in a way that makes you sip slow and really enjoy the drinks. The bartenders clearly care about the quality and balance of each drink. The atmosphere is what really makes the whole experience worth it. The French music, dim lighting makes it feel elevated but not stuffy. This is the perfect spot for a date night, pre-drinks or a nightcap. Definitely recommended. read more

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Such a fun and unique spot. The hidden entrance makes it feel like a little adventure before you even get inside. Once you're in, the whole place has this moody, cozy vibe with great lighting and stylish details. Drinks were really well made and the atmosphere just makes you want to stay longer. Definitely one of those places you'd come back to for the experience, not just the drinks. read more

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We visited Rideau for a date night and had a lovely time! We loved the martini-focused menu of craft cocktails and the beautiful 1920s-inspired decor, and the service was fantastic as well. Highly recommend for a date night, or before or after dining at Arden! read more

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The Rideau speak easy was an amazing experience! Thanks to Jorell, Nour and Lens for making it a special evening . We will be back. . Also the have the best vodka in the world as an exclusive which is Hard Cut vodka!! It's so good read more

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Such an amazing spot! The vibes are unmatched and the service was incredible. Highly recommend if you're looking for something unique in West Hollywood. Will definitely be back!​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​ read more

Had a great time here. Perfect for a date night or chill girls night out. Great ambiance and music. My favorite drinks were the forbidden fruit and vanilla voyage. Will definitely be back! read more

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Rideau is a speakeasy located in Arden Restaurant. Reservations are a must as the place probably holds 30 max. You can make reservations on their website via email. Heads-up they do require a credit card for reservation. Rideau is behind Arden's main bar you will see a fountain and the society room labeled on the floor. Upon entry it feels like you are whisked to a 1920s French setting. They do have small bites but the focus is cocktails. All the drinks are done well and with intention. They are stiff but good! Pricing is $22 and up. The bartenders are the servers and are so kind. They really explain everything and give great recommendations. I ordered the La flamme cocktail for $35 and the prep was incredible. It was so good too. I was impressed! They tend to also have magicians on the weekends. Scott was the magician of the night and he was phenomenal. I still am thinking, "how did he do that?!" The whole vibe of Rideau was special and I will definitely be back next time I'm in West Hollywood. read more

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Rideau Speakeasy is such a fun hidden gem. The atmosphere is cozy and intimate, with a cool, vintage vibe that makes it feel like a true speakeasy. The cocktails are creative and well-crafted, and the service is friendly and welcoming. Definitely a great spot for a unique night out! read more

Rideau is a one of a kind bar. This one of a kind bar one of the best kept secrets. From the moment you step in you're immersed in to a sea of vibrant reds that set the perfect mood, bold yet intimate and just the right amount of mysterious. Each cocktail feels like it was crafted by a wizard mixologist, balancing flavor and creativity. Rideau isn't just a speakeasy, it's an experience. read more

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It's located inside Arden, limited seating . Hence, RESERVE ahead by going to their website, filling in a form which sends you an OpenTable link to hold a card, and then an OT confirmation. Paid street Parking on the dreaded SM blvd street which is full of restaurants and shops so if you're lucky, you'll find one on a busy weekend. Open 8.30pm to 1 am. Parisian themed, speakeasy with nifty bartenders and magicians to keep you engaged. Blasting air in that tiny space made it ridiculously cold. Even w around 10-12ish capacity since they've two tenders, it feels short staffed or like busy. Esp, when they forgot/mixed our orders w our side table. From a price and taste perspective, there are much better places in socal. But from an experience standpoint, makes for a fun evening. read more

Had a wonderful Thursday night at the Rideau! Good drinks and great ambiance! The drinks came out quickly and the bartender came to our table and made sure we were doing alright. We loved the magic show and the Real Kazam blew us away with his performance! Thank you and we'll be back! read more

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my boyfriend and I had a FANTASTIC time at Rideau! The ambiance was great, it wasn't super packed, and the magician of the night, Alex, was amazing. The drinks were unique and delicious and we loved the up close and personal magic that we received! 10/10! We will definitely be coming back read more

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Too crowded. Loved the magic show/tricks Food was 6/10 I love the decor.. and the dark ambiance read more

My best friend and I made a reservation weeks in advance of our birthday. Drove over 90 minutes to get there only to find out our reservation was canceled because someone "bought-out" the whole speakeasy for the night. It's not a good sign to ask folks to hold a credit card to secure a reservation and then suddenly cancel on them for a better offer the same day, when they may already be in route. Poor professionalism. read more

I had a wonderful time here for date night! I highly recommend this sexy spot! The service & drinks were amazing, the music choices had me feeling myself 10/10 coming again! read more

This place is kind of a scam. We booked for our friend's birthday with mandatory per person charge and percentage tip fee. No server was waiting on us after our initial order however when we didn't reach our per person minimum we still got charged for the full amount. Though all of us wanted another drink and no one came to check on the group the entire time after the initial order was placed. A girl in our group actually broke a glass from accidentally hitting it on the way to the bathroom since no one came to collect our empty cocktail glasses after so long. In addition, we ordered ceviche and dip- apps with chip dips. The chips were so light, they kept breaking in the dip. We asked for spoons multiple times but were ignored. I ended up walking out of the speakeasy myself to 1. Ask for spoons and 2. Bring our empty cocktail glasses to the bar as no one was coming to avoid another from being broken. The bar is not big and maybe holds 3 groups. The "manager" and the bartenders were actively ignoring us the entire night. The manager quoted our "contractual agreement" for reasons why we had to pay the 20 percent $600 service fee and additional $200 we were due per person as we couldn't meet our minimum since no one came by to ask throughout the 2 hour booking if we wanted additional items. When questioned about this, the manager (?) couldn't even give us cocktails to make up the " minimum" as he said there are other people waiting for our booth. I'm sorry but if we are obligated to pay 20 percent service fee on $25 cocktails and expensive appetizers, I don't expect to be begging for utensils, bussing my own table and waving down servers in a tiny bar that wasn't particularly busy. To make matters worse, the manager (???) made no effort to rectify the situation by offering us at bare minimum a glass of wine, or removing an item off the bill, but instead demanding we pay the $200 we couldn't make up due to "contractual agreement". I will say the one cocktail we did get was amazing and the magician was cool, but the terrible service and manager really killed the rest of the night when we were trying to celebrate our friend. read more