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The BackRoom

4.2 (123 reviews)
ModerateBeer Bar, Wine Bars
Closed • 1:00 pm - 7:00 PM
Updated over 3 months ago

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Moderate noise
Good for groups

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Cassie C.

Fun little speakeasy right in the heart of Solvang! through Valley Brewers! I guess it used to be free, but now it's a $5 fee per person if you are not a member - no problem. It's a small little backroom you enter through a bookcase which I honestly wouldn't notice if I was just a regular person coming in here to buy some bottles. They have a menu full of beers and a decent sized patio with heaters to sit at. Cool spot to bring someone and get away from the hustle and bustle!

Alesong's Senor Rhino (2022).  Yum.
Tim L.

It's a speakeasy with a secret bookshelf entrance at the back of the Valley Brewers. Awesome vibe and beer selection. Jamming to classic rock while drinking bourbon barrel aged stouts currently. They have a nominal daily membership fee to be a part of the club or you can join to become a member for a year. You cannot find this kind of rotating beer selection around. Great job, The BackRoom. We will certainly be back again soon!

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Derek R.

Sandy hosted us in her speak easy and it was amazing - incredible supply of beers, beautiful space and very friendly atmosphere - perfect place to hang your hat for a few pints, check up on the game, or pop over some emails while you sip on a cold glass of suds (WiFi available). Nice work Sandy! We'll be back soon!

Very interesting chart of the profiles on the many different hops.
Mitchell L.

Staff here were awesome and very cool. I enjoyed the ambiance here and will absolutely love to come back when I'm in the area. A huge bonus is they are the only place to carry my favorite beer within a 60 mi radius. Great selection of alcohol here for sure!

a glass of beer on a table
Diana G.

Love this speakeasy! It's $5 to enter through a secret door (bookshelf) if you're not a member, but it's worth it. The outdoor patio has misters for hot days and the beer is delicious. I love the ambiance here and it feels like you're somewhere else.

Sharleen S.

Our hotel person told us about this hidden gem. I knew I would love it as soon as she told me "u go through a secret door". So, of course, had to check it out. I had no idea what the door was... so of course we had to ask the lady that worked there and she told us. You walk through the bookshelf!! If you're not a beer person, have no worries, they have iced tea and coffee as well. The seating inside is pretty limited but there is more outside - with 2 TVs. I'm not a beer person, so I spoke with the lady that worked there and told her what I'm into and she let me try some and I found one. I think this was the first time I actually drank a whole beer by myself lol. I fell in love as soon as I saw the sign that said "i love dogs and beer". Its dog friendly, they have water bowls out for them, and they have succulents! Sorry, but I dont know anywhere else that would be that amazing. The variety of beers they have is amazing, I'm sure there is something for everyone. This is one spot I will tell everyone about and be sure to come by every time im in town!!

The Backroom is through the bookshelf
Miori I.

I knew I was going to love this place the moment I realized we enter through a bookshelf. Yes there's a hidden door. So fun! The Backroom is literally the backroom of Valley Brewers and super cute. The details grabbed me right away. The bookshelf accents are continued on the other side of the hidden door. The antique telephone hanging on the wall adds to the vintage ambiance. The tap area, small indoor seating area, and the outdoor patio provide several seating options. Great selection of craft beer. Taps are rotating and feature breweries from all over. I love trying new brews. The staff was friendly and extremely knowledgeable. The overall vibe of The Backroom is chill. I'm glad we made it a couple hours before they closed.

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Jessika Y.

Cute hideaway. Nice speakeasy located behind a bookshelf. It's a members only spot but mention the guest fee and you should be fine. Couldn't tell you how much the fee for 2 was though I spent $40 on the fees and one glass of wine. It's intimate and quiet in the back, a nice escape from the busy streets of Solvang. I visited during the day but I can imagine this would be a nice place to spend a evening. They have apparel and snacks up for purchase aswell. Stop by and enjoy

a refrigerated beverage display
Alma M.

It is a members only but for $5 you can buy a day pass, we'll worth it. It sure is a speakeasy. From the outside it looks like a liquor store but when you ask for the bar you go to a back door that looks like a bookcase. The worker was very friendly and let me sample before I chose what beer I wanted.

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Hard to find craft brew in a speakeasy setting. What else do you need to know? This hidden gem in Solvang is worth your time.

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“It's so cool how Sandy and her husband always remember us and they make us feel like we're part of the family!”

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