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    Room 520

    4.0 (53 reviews)
    Closed 7:00 pm - 11:00 PM

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    Victoria J.

    Fun little speakeasy where you have to get a code at the front desk to get in. It's VERY small so reservations are key here. The cocktails were delicious and I absolutely loved the jazz covers of contemporary r&b

    A Little Zesty
    Elle M.

    Two stars because the drinks were decent, but one star for the ambiance (or lack thereof). After the hype Room 520 received, I made a reservation to surprise my friends and it was so disappointing. For one thing, it's not even really a surprise. The reviews describe Sova as a hotel but I mean, the hotel has a bar. A bar that takes up the entire lobby so you can't even tell this is a hotel. You walk into a bar so you can ask for a code to go to another bar? Am I the only one who finds this silly? I was under the impression that you walk into a hotel, get a code, take the elevator up to the room, and *then* there's the bar (surprise!), but that's not the case. The decor wasn't as advertised either. The room was fairly bright, with minimal decorations and none of the neon text or plants showed in the photos. Instead, there were weirdly small pieces of art on the walls that looked out-of-place. The experience was like drinking a $15 cocktail in a dentist's waiting room. On top of all of this, the bartender seemed tired and unhappy to be there even though it wasn't even 8pm yet, which made the whole thing awkward since the room is tiny. Not sure if I somehow went to a completely different Room 520 than everyone else, but I'm not sure why anyone would come here. I'd highly recommend finding another Dallas speakeasy to go to--there are plenty of cool ones--but if you still decide to try Room 520, the Little Zesty is good for those who like refreshing cocktails and the Tequila in Tokyo is good if you tend to like Japanese liquor.

    Teyah S.

    My gf surprised me for drinks here after dinner Saturday night and what a treat! The speakeasy is a converted micro hotel room located in SOVA on the third floor. The place is very small but cozy. Nice lighting and relaxing ambiance. The drinks were Japanese inspired and amazing! The bartender and his playlist were on point. After being there for an hour we were advised that there were others waiting to come upstairs and that we had to take our drinks down to the bar due to capacity. We would've wanted to stay there a bit longer but the place is extremely small so we understood. And since the hotel bar area had a cool vibe we didn't mind. The bartender downstairs was great and so were the drinks. I highly recommend Sova and Room 520.

    Intimate bar setting, great for couples and small groups.
    Lacey R.

    Fun drinks, cool vibe, new place finding its niche, and I support it! Went here for anniversary drinks before a show. Bartender is excellent.

    Jiahna O.

    Just amazing. You absolutely haveeee to go visit Lorenzo at 520! His immaculate drink making and the general ambiance of the spot made it a real night to remember. I saw the reviews that said the vibe was meh and I'm just going to say that a "vibe" is what you make it... The intention behind the drinks and the space told a story that was entertaining and worthwhile. Thank you soo much to Lorenzo for making our night. I hope he is there when you visit!

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    Kelsey K.

    Such a fun idea with true speakeasy vibes! We made a reservation for early on a Friday. We did wait about 20 min after our reservation to be sent up. When we were sat we overheard the bartenders stressing because they didn't want to kick people out who had reached there time limit. Not a great system for shy bartenders and guests over staying their visit. We ordered our drinks and the bartender came back about 5 min later apologized for the wait and said they forgot about the order so first round was on the house. Hey it happens I appreciate the fix. Drinks were unique and very tasty! We each got two drinks and loved them all! Would definitely stop by again!

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    Dave G.

    Ok this was quite the surprise. Our friends made reservations and we checked at the front desk. They told us they had to go "check capacity" which we thought was interesting... until we went in. Haha We took the elevator to the 3rd floor and entered the code they gave us to room 520 and went in to discover this was literally a room the size of the *very* small hotel room that's been converted into a bar. To be fair, the bar tender was super kind and the cocktails were pretty good. They all had Japanese names, which was interesting but didn't seem to fit any theme. They also gave us free shots at one point just before we left! Much appreciated. Seating capacity seemed to be about 15 squeezing in. I would have taken more pics but it would have meant taking a picture of people who were sitting like 2 feet away from me. It was tight.

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    Bree K.

    A WHOLE VIBE!! Perfect for grabbing a drink after/before dinner. There is no food, only a drink menu which consists of 4 drinks! THEY ARE ALL BOMB!! This is more so for a great experience; a place to unwind, sip on a cocktail, & hear some good tunes. Bartender/DJ was super sweet & attentive. You go to the front desk and ask for room 520, they give you a card with a code, & you have to find the room to unlock the hidden gem. Definitely worth a visit, we will be back!! ENJOY!!

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    Durutti C.

    Exclusive and private speakeasy downtown. Be warned this place is small and dark, so it's like being in a black hotel room. But that can make the perfect vibe if you're looking for something private and chic. But it's open, and it's a neat experience. They're brand new (opened last week), and a better sound system and a more conscious music mix will make this spot even better! But, they're off to a great start. This would be the perfect spot for a date after dinner, as long as it's a good date cause this is just a room, once you're in, you're in! Tip: make a reservation on Open Table and at the lobby ask to check in to Room 520. You'll get a card with a code and the bar is on the 3rd floor. Look for the sign for Room 520 and use the keypad to enter.

    Frances P.

    Great atmosphere and great drinks. The concept is brilliant! Very small and intimate.

    One of the signature cocktails with dry flowers

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    Thanks for giving us a visit! We are here for you again anytime!

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    Thanks so much Bradley! We are happy that you enjoyed your visit!

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    Thanks for the wonderful review Benita! This is the best!

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    1 year ago

    My reservation was cancelled without contacting me after confirming via the link they sent and I can't even find it in my history.

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    Thanks for the review Kelsey! We will see y'all next time!

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    Cool spot Lorenzo was very informative and made really nice drinks. The punche is a must try on cold nights.

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    3 years ago

    The speakeasy was cute and had a nice vibe. The drinks were ok, however I'm not a big drinker. Very nice bartender.

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    4 years ago

    Cute place, small and intimate but gets crowded easily, cocktails are okay, bartender was great!

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    4 years ago

    Awesome speak easy inside Sova Hotel in downtown Dallas. I loved the decor and the drinks. Can't wait to come back.

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    4 years ago

    Great experience, great drinks and great vibes. Great place to chill and relax. Will definitely be back.

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    Everything was great leading to the secret entrance. Then you open the door. LOL. It's okay

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    3 years ago

    Great drinks, and amazing staff. A great experience and good vibes. The Love T.K.O is a great drink to try.

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    Thanks for the great review Carmen!

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