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The Evening Citizen

3.9 (85 reviews)
Closed 5:00 pm - 12:00 am (Next day)

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Phone in the unisex bathroom.
Trini O.

This is such a cool speakeasy. Stopped in on a Friday night with my spouse. It was the perfect date night destination and easier to get a table for two. The drinks were exceptional and it was easy to talk over the music. Larger groups were there but likely needed to get there early. Look for the red light over an unmarked door for the entrance.

Shhhhh. Don't tell.
Lydia S.

Very dark. Very incognito. Very fun. Don't blink and miss it. Our bartender was also the server. Interesting and varied excellent drinks and vibe.

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John J.

Love the ambience and the drinks. I had the chi chi and my friend had another signature drinks from their menu. Looks like they were understaffed as it took a half hour to get our drinks. We wanted to order another however decided after an hour we needed to pay the bill and move on. They need more bartenders or possibly a bar back as the bartender was alone. He had to seat people, make the drinks, clear the drinks and do all of the transactions. Hoping they hire more staff to help him out.

Fireplace
Doug B.

The Evening Citizen is everything a speakeasy should be. The entrance is unmarked, it is dim and cozy, has a great vibe, and has excellent cocktails. A server at another bar the night before mentioned a few other places we might enjoy while in town and this was one of them. Even with the address in hand, we had to ask the host at one of the nearby restaurants exactly where it was. Upon entering, it is dimly lit, with a blacked out ceiling and small black and white tiles on the floor, You immediately see a very classy-looking bar with a black marble top, dark shelves with liquor bottles illuminated from below, and a striking portrait of German actor Udo Kier which adds an element of mystique. Everything is immersive and adds to the vibe, including the dark, patterned velvet wallpaper. There is even a fireplace near the entrance. There was background music playing that totally fit the room. We sat at one of the two seat tables against the wall behind the bar which have a small dim lamp. Another distinctive speakeasy element is that the menu is in the format of a multi-page newspaper with the cocktails spread out through the pages among stories and fake advertisements. You might find the menu on their website if you click around the right places. I started out with a 20th Century, very similar to a Corpse Reviver 2 but with crème de cacao as one of the ingredients. It was a totally amazing drink with a subtle taste of chocolate on the front end with the drinks classic citrusy botanical notes. She started out with a Mary Pickford, a more sweet and fruity cocktail but very well balanced. We already had drinks before coming here but could not resist sharing one more so we ordered a Consenting Adulterer. It was a great finishing vodka drink that was bright and refreshing. The menu also has a fun crossword puzzle on one of the pages, and we enjoyed doing it verbally while indulging in our drinks. Even the single-person restroom is somewhat dim, has lit candles, and has a classy ambiance of its own. I saw something in this bathroom that I have never seen at any other bar. On the way out, on the back of the door there is a sign that basically states "If you think your drink may have been tampered with, please ask a bartender for a test". I thought that was incredibly thoughtful and I wish every bar did that. We visited on a weeknight and there was one gentleman running the whole place by himself. When we sat down, he initially greeted us very timely and paced our visit perfectly. The cocktails were made to perfection and he kept our water topped off. Bravo to the one man show. The Evening Citizen is a must-visit establishment. A+++

Dean M.

The ambience is amazing. It's like walking back in time. They serve awesome cocktails, classic with lots of spirits and deliciousness.

The best expresso martini in town!
Oscar Daniel R.

This little gem of an establishment was the highlight of our visit! Very friendly service and delicious expresso martinis. What more could you ask for? Very posh & intimate ambiance inside, it makes great for a first date.

Tried this brew - excellent
David P.

We decided to try this unique speakeasy right on Arenas, well actually behind between the red lights. Beautiful retro bar with great cocktails and impeccable service. Really enjoyed the time here and will be back with visiting friends from now on. Note, not easy to find and parking is tough on weekends.

I've been looking for a cocktail bar exactly like this in Palm Springs for a long time: quiet, elegant but still casual, with creative, well-crafted drinks and friendly service. Evening Citizen checks every box. In true speakeasy fashion, I literally walked right past it for a year without realizing it was there. Now that I've finally found it, part of me doesn't want anyone else to know so I can keep it as my little secret. But it's too good not to share.

Two drinks and the iconic portrait of local vampire Üdo Kier (who has been known to make an appearance if you're lucky)
Jasun M.

First rule of Evening Citizen is that we DO NOT TALK ABOUT EVENING CITIZEN. The coolest speakeasy is also the hardest one to find. And we like it like that. Keeps the mystique going. It's a bit hard to find and scary to walk in, but once you do, you're transported back to the 1920s. Its ambiance is... like none other. Dark... a bit dangerous feeling. Like you're gonna get in trouble for being there. Don't worry.. the drinks are top notch, the staff are incredible and you're in no danger at all. But you can pretend you are if you'd like. Dress up a bit. Get adventurous with your drink order. Ask them for a recommendation or choose from their newspaper menu. But remember... WE DO NOT TELL JUST ANYONE ABOUT EVENING CITIZEN.

newspaper menu
Lyn N.

True speakeasy vibes. Great service. Delicious cocktails. So glad we found this gem during our staycation.

Passion fruit pisco sour was my favorite!
Brooke P.

The drinks here are fantastic! Some of my favorite that I enjoyed during my trip to Palm Springs. It was fun that the menu was presented in a news paper to read and discover. The only downside was that it's hard for me to enjoy atmospheres that are dark with loud playing music but that's my personal preference and keeping in my that this is a speakeasy.

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4.7(345 reviews)
0.1 mi
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SHORT ANSWER: Yes in many ways…read more LOCATION: on the corner next to FARM, so a fall back if you do not have FARM reservations and hate disappointment of being turned away. FACILITY: Small, limited seating indoors with very nice, fun, outdoor seating areas. Love this place. MENU: Simple, easy to understand, great photos online if you have any questions. FOOD PREP: Very well done, like professional in just how it looks. FOOD QUALITY: Professional in how it also tastes... Watermelon Gazpacho was perfect with drinks prior to main. LIBATIONS: drinks and bartender were excellent, fun, and the photo print was very cool. WAITSTAFF: just so nice, and fun making the experience all that much better. We have been enjoying The Plaza Theater so spending a little more time in Palm Springs and this will be one of our favorites places to relax prior to an event. OVERALL VALUE: Good, but it is Palm Springs, outdoors, great locations, classy.. no, not inexpensive but well worth it. TIP: I'd say be nice, be patient, and you will get a table. Don't be an angry rude touron, we don't need that vibe and we see some of that in PS.. You can try for reservations, not sure if they take off season.

Every time I spend time writing the review, it times out and doesn't save it. It was good food and…read morean awful experience with one of the servers. I'll consider rewriting the review another time, again. One star given by the goodness of the food, which is mostly an ingredient thing. We serve three of these dishes at my work, so it's honestly not mind blowing or anything, of course. We did vegan options.

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The Front Porch - Indoor sitting area.

Indoor sitting area.

The Front Porch - Banana Brûlée

Banana Brûlée

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Bootlegger Tiki - Cobra bite

Bootlegger Tiki

4.1(785 reviews)
1.1 mi
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The most amazing tiki bar, truly one of those places I wish I could gatekeep. It's an absolute must…read morewhile in Palm Springs if you can snag a reservation or feel lucky enough to try for a walk in. The tiki masters, Ryan and Danny..are incredible and genuinely make the bar the experience. From the energy to the craft behind every drink (that changes occasionally) they take it to another level. Cannot recommend it enough!! PS Every aspect of the bar is also photographable !!

We came here two nights in a row to celebrate my husband's 40th birthday, and I'm honestly torn…read morebecause we had two completely different experiences. **Night one** was great. The drinks were strong and well-made, and even though the place was packed, our waitress stayed attentive and checked in with us consistently. It's clear they specialize in more elaborate cocktails, so a bit of a wait is understandable. The ambiance is also a highlight--dark, intimate, and really leans into the tiki vibe. **Night two** was the complete opposite. We accidentally mixed up our reservation time, but since the place was nearly empty, we were seated right away, which we appreciated. Unfortunately, everything went downhill from there. We had a different waitress, and despite being one of only a few parties there when we arrived, we waited **45 minutes** without seeing our drinks--while other groups seated after us were already being served (and even getting second rounds). We eventually had to flag down our waitress, who had hardly checked on us at all. When we asked about the delay, she said they were "very busy,". After mentioning how long we'd been waiting, there wasn't any real apology--just visible annoyance. She told us our drinks were "up next," but after another 20 minutes passed with nothing, we decided to leave after over an hour of waiting. It was disappointing, especially after such a positive first experience. A simple apology or some communication would have gone a long way. Sadly, the inconsistency makes it hard to know which version of this place you're going to get.

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Bootlegger Tiki - Dealer's Choice. 10/10.

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Seymour's - The Square Root cocktail: turmeric infused gin, carrot eau de vie, domaine de canton (ginger liqueur), carrot juice, lemon.

Seymour's

4.4(113 reviews)
1.4 mi
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Dark Cocktail lounge on the verge of thinking themselves a Speakeasy, but would never call…read morethemsevles that, but just classic Palm Springs lounging. If you didn't know better you'd think you were in LA in the summer, excepty for the bocce ball. They have an excellent selection of spirits, cocktails. Maybe a little varied, but decently creative. The only thing that gets me is pricing. Sure you pay for everything for decor, glassware and not just spritis, but I recall wondering how they price their drinks becuase not everything is equal or standard mark up when some things aren't house made it's easy to cost out becuase you stop paying for creativity after a certain point. It feels like they took alot of Mr. Lyons business model and use that for pricing rather than a sole entity with their own margins. The service makes up for it, the ambiance makes up for it. The crowd makes up for it. Far less wrinkled and aging snowbirds and retirees circling the drain in their waning days. People dressing up and celebrating, genuine convivialness abounds with most guests. It's not somewhere else trying bring that vibe here, it's pretty authentic. It's separate from nextdoor other than shared bathrooms, so don't be surprised when you feel like your in a different world. Most people who wander between the 2 take pause and awe for a few seconds before their mood shifts to match the room. Not a place to get sloppy and party that way unless it's a closed event. It's a great, classic PS lounge for when you have 2 groups of friends who you can entertain, the steakhouse crowd for dinner and the loungers beforehand. Sunsets on the patio under the string lights and couches is rich backyard summertime vibez.

Seymour is located inside of Lyons. It's small, intimate, and cozy. There is a small outside area…read moreas well. We got here around 9pm and it got crowded very quickly soon after. Joshua took care of our party and he made personal recommendations based on what we like. 4 out of 4 drinks were AMAZING. My group and I don't usually enjoy drinking that much but these cocktails converted us! Highly recommended.

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Seymour's - Nice bar, good selection, tasty cocktails.

Nice bar, good selection, tasty cocktails.

Seymour's - View of the bar from a corner seat

View of the bar from a corner seat

Seymour's - Interior seating.

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Truss & Twine

Truss & Twine

4.2(222 reviews)
0.9 mi
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White Russian: 6/5 One of my favorite drinks of all time, Truss and Twine has THE version. Sweet,…read moresmooth, and a little mysterious, this is what an espresso martini wants to be. 1 can be the perfect ending to a long night, more might make you not remember! The "Urinal" Cake: 5/5 This drink has a proper name, but I totally forgot. While this is not on the menu, the bartenders here can easily whip this up for you. The best way I can describe it is a very pleasant drink that is super smooth while having the essence and aroma of a men's restroom. Truss and Twine has so many phenomenal drinks that I probably wouldn't get this again but it's a good one! Papaya Salad: 4/5 Is it a little muted? Does it have fillers like cabbage? Is it pricey? Yes, but it's made with care and vegan for that crowd. They do little details like blanching the green beans that really impressed me but it definitely is a little toned-down in the flavor department. I would get it again to accompany my drinks but not as its own thing. Wagyu Beef Dumplings: 2/5 I didn't like these at all. The filling was dense and didn't taste like a proper dumpling filling. For all the oil they were floating in, it was very bland. Especially at the price it's at, I would pass. Ambiance: Modern and sleek. Come super casual or super dressed up. I've come looking rough while sitting right next people in full glamour. Service: The bartenders are all very attentive. If you feel like you're being ignored, flag them down and they'll catch right back up with you. Parking: There is only street parking but I never had issue finding any parking. Easy for street parking but hard if you're bad at it.

Stopped here for a drink before dinner. This place was highly recommended by Palm Spring locals and…read moreit did not disappoint! The bartender was so nice and made us feel welcome. My gimlet was perfect too!

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Truss & Twine - Mojito and Gimlet

Mojito and Gimlet

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Window Bar

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4.7(20 reviews)
0.2 mi

This is a nice little bar with a huge window. I've been meaning to have a drink here for a few…read moreyears now. I forgot his name but the bartender was very nice and you could tell he likes his job. We got there and ordered a drink, and we're lucky enough to get a free order of some delicious bread sticks. The drink was very tasty for a decent price, so I would come back for more drinks.

My girlfriend and I were out exploring the area while we were on a quick getaway, and we…read moreencountered the new Kimpton Hotel in Palm Springs. It caught our attention as we had stayed in two different Kimpton Hotels in Seattle prior. We wanted to grab a drink at the Window Bar (not knowing that was its actual name, but the conversation we had with the bartender about that window shining too much light at certain parts of the morning definitely gave me a chuckle in hindsight). We happened to be a bit early since he had not been able to finish setting up shop yet. We went ahead and waited until he was ready without rushing him because we ourselves weren't in any rush at all. Surrounded by a ton of nice interesting artwork, it was a pure joy to enjoy a drink or two in this environment. The bar can be found at the corner on the other side of the hotel concierge in plain sight from such a big space for a lobby, directly left upon entrance through the front. Since it was slow in the morning, we were able to chat it up with the bartender and even explore a bit of experimentation in the form of a particular top secret cocktail that every mixologist knows. I definitely exercised my etiquette and reading the conditions to even suggest it. He couldn't be any nicer about our time with him. So yeah, Christopher H. from 9/9/18, I don't know what you're talking about. I make it a point to visit the bar at any Kimpton location nowadays. I always seem to have a good time. But then again, I can only speak for myself. Parking: Street, unless you're a guest at the hotel. FYI: - Despite the hours on Yelp saying this place is open from 4-10pm, they might open earlier, as we joined in at around 11am or noon. But don't hold me to it. If there's somebody at the bar, you'll need to simply ask if it is open yet.

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Window Bar - Beer Cheese Fondue with Delicious Soft Pretzels!!!!!!!!!

Beer Cheese Fondue with Delicious Soft Pretzels!!!!!!!!!

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