Definitely speakeasy vibes. You will need to message ahead of time for the password. There will be a bouncer outside that'll ask for it. Inside is a surprisingly large space. So much seating! I've never seen the venue overcrowded. Large menu so many drinks to try! Great spot whenever I have guests visiting read more

LADIES, PLEASE BE CAREFUL! Save your money and think twice before visiting this business! Just as I have recommended this place to several people in the past, I believe it's equally important to share my negative experience and be honest about what happened. I visited with a group of new friends who had never been to this establishment before. Less than 20 minutes into our visit, we were dealing with a clearly intoxicated male & female sitting next to us who repeatedly accused us of bumping into him, not saying "excuse me" etc. despite the fact that we had only just arrived. He was clearly intoxicated. The situation quickly escalated into verbal harassment, and my friend and I were insulted and made to feel extremely uncomfortable. The man physically got out of his chair and yelled at us on two separate occasions, leaving us feeling unsafe and concerned that the situation could turn physical. We brought the issue to the manager's attention, expecting the situation to be handled appropriately. Instead, the individuals involved were allowed to remain at the bar. We were essentially told to sit at opposite ends of the establishment rather than seeing any meaningful action taken to address the behavior. As a customer, I should not have to leave a business because I feel unsafe after reporting aggressive and intimidating behavior. My friend and I ultimately decided to leave, despite having every intention of enjoying our evening. Several other people witnessed what happened. I am extremely disappointed in how this situation was handled. A business has a responsibility to take its customers' safety seriously, especially when someone is visibly intoxicated and behaving aggressively toward others. I genuinely wanted to love this place and had previously encouraged others to visit. Unfortunately, this experience completely changed my opinion. No one should have to choose between their personal safety and enjoying a night out. I hope management takes situations like this more seriously in the future, because the way a business responds to its customers when something goes wrong says everything about its standards and values. read more

Went in expecting a cocktail bar and got overpriced well drinks instead. The menu creates the illusion of well crafted cocktails, but then that's not what's actually going into your glass . . . It's quite misleading. Don't come here expecting premium ingredients or thoughtfully made cocktails. You're paying speakeasy prices for what amounts to basic WELL drinks. Quite unfortunate as my party had looked forward to coming here. Some even Ubered quite far only to get drinks that were not drinkable. read more

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The bartender with the winged eyeliner is an absolute queen!! I love how decked out it was for Halloween and the drinks were delicious. I've gone twice this week while being in town on a conference and it was a fantastic atmosphere. The bouncer at the door is so kind and wonderful. My one fault is the other bartender who sat on his phone both times and did not help my girl out. Rude. read more

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Found out about this place through TikTok and wanted to check it out ! They're open Wed-Sun and you need to email them in advance to get the password. Loved the vibes inside! Since it's October, they have Halloween decorations all over. They have a drink and food menu. I tried the Tombstone Margarita and Pablo's Deadly poison. Both were really good! Also ordered fries and mozzarella sticks for the table and they have many more options on their food menu. The manager, Jeremie, is super nice and friendly ! Thanks to him, our drinks were so good! We'll definitely be back! Thanks Jeremie! (: read more

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"The Speakeasy" is located in Old Pasadena. There is a large multi-story parking garage right around the corner. The place has some intrigue as you need to know a password to gain entry. I was pleasantly surprised when I sent an email to the address on the website and received a reply with the password in a little over thirty minutes. After parking, we didn't have any problems finding the entrance even though it is not marked. Look for the big wood double doors and doorman standing in front. After giving him the password, he opened the doors and we walked in. We were surprised in several ways. The place is way bigger than I would expect for a place named "The Speakeasy". And at 6:30pm on a Sunday, we were the only guests inside. Only one other couple came in during the 30 minutes we were there. I would assume they are a lot busier on Friday and Saturday night. It is dimly lit, and very red inside. The bar is large with many bottles of liquor on display and many seats. The rest of the space is one large area that must have at least 20 tables, and the ceiling is high. It gives off more of a nightclub vibe than a speakeasy vibe. I tried the Naked & Famous cocktail which has two of my favorite spirits (Vida mezcal, aperol, yellow Chartreuse, lime, $18). It was nicely balanced with a good mix of smoke and herbal flavor. She had the Pablo's Poison (Altos reposado tequila, strawberry, lime, jalapeno, elderflower, $17). The jalapeno flavor really stood out with strawberry and elderflower in the background. They have a good cocktail menu with almost twenty cocktails, as well as a food menu with ten items. Walk up to the bar to order your drinks. Jeremy, the manager, and the female bartender whose name who I didn't get were nice. We aren't in Pasadena very often, and while they have a good cocktail menu, I don't know if we would return. We were expecting more. read more

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The cool waiter of the restaurant next door recommended this place. When you come in the entrance you have to guess the secret word. The night I went the clue was a specific kind of food and we had to named it's three ingredients.They have two rules I can remember no flash photos and order at the bar. I came here to celebrate my friends bday and it was a nice bar where we were able to have a drink and talk without yelling at each other. This was the night of a world cup game and we were trying to avoid the crowds. They have no TVs and it's dim red lighting makes it an intimate environment. The seating are makes it easy for large groups or couples to sit comfortably. read more

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The Speakeasy is a hidden cocktail bar located in Old Town Pasadena. To get here, look for the "New York Deli" sign and you'll likely see a person standing out front. You will need to reach out to the bar via email to get the password, but you can also get a hint from the person at the front. We got our hint and successfully guessed it, gaining entry. The interior has dark lounge lighting with tables throughout. I got the gotham standard manhattan ($16) which was strong and spirit forward. We came right when they opened so it was very empty, but the bartender mentioned it gets really packed and lively on weekends. If I came back and was able to guess the password I'd stop by when it's more energetic for a different vibe. read more

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The drinks were pretty decently priced, nothing crazy especially for the vibe and atmosphere which add to the experience. My bf and I went with friends for Halloween. Insanely busy but had great music. One thing to note - there is only one stall for the women's and men's bathroom and the lines take forever and a half. If you need to use the restroom, plan on spending 20-30 mins just in line for it. Also, they need to have a stage or something for when they chose to do events. There was a costume contest and we couldn't see any of it because of the crowd of people at the tables and dance area. Aside from that, such a cool place to pop into and have a good time! read more

Very cool place, perfect for date nights or even to try the actual speak easy experience, they have a very good selection of cocktails and a full bar to enjoy any drink basically, they have tables that are open sitting or bar area. The place is always nice and clean, their staff also are very friendly and helpful. read more

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Absolutely loved this spot in Pasadena. It's a hidden a gem. The unique touches like needing a password to enter and the no flash photography rule add to the experience. This is a grungy yet atmospheric bar. It definitely has some unique vibes and it's pretty big inside. The cocktail menu has something for everyone. I got Pablo's Poison and the Kitty Killer and both were delicious. Everyone else in our friend group got the Naked & Famous and it was a clear favorite.The customer service is on point, the crowd is friendly. The music is on point. If you want a night out in Pasadena, this is it! read more

The drinks were amazing here thanks to Jeremie! The recipes are so delicious. They even had Mezcal drinks available which isn't too often. I've been to the best bars in the world and these drinks were better. Thanks Jeremie! Love this place! read more

Such a great time, decorated nicely Halloween theme and the specialty drinks were sooooo good! Highly recommend!!!

I was one of the women involved in the incident described in another review from October 10th, and I want to share my experience because I am still genuinely upset by how this establishment handled the situation. A friend had enjoyed her previous visit so much that she wanted to bring us back. Unfortunately, what started as a fun night quickly turned into one of the most uncomfortable and upsetting experiences I've had at a bar. While looking for a table, my friends and I walked past another group who apparently felt disrespected because we hadn't said "excuse me." What should have been a completely insignificant interaction in a bar at max capacity escalated into two people, a man and a woman who appeared intoxicated, verbally attacking us. The man called my friend and me "fat b*tches" and continued insulting us as we tried to remove ourselves from the situation. When I attempted to walk away to another table, the woman stood up and began threatening to fight me. The man behind her joined in, saying, "Yeah, I won't hold back on her." At that point, I genuinely feared that I was about to be physically assaulted by both of them. Both of my hands were full at the time. What bothered me even more than the confrontation itself was management's response. After reporting the incident, we spoke with a man who identified himself as "Alex, the manager". Rather than removing the individuals who had threatened us, we were told that management had "heard both sides" and that the couple would be allowed to finish their drinks before leaving. I'm sorry, WHAT? I *repeatedly* explained that I felt unsafe and asked why people who had just threatened physical violence were being allowed to remain. His response was that I was welcome to stay and that they would leave after finishing their drinks. Apparently, the couple had also apologized to staff, which somehow seemed to make the situation acceptable. When I pointed out that they hadn't apologized to me, the person they actually physically threatened and verbally assaulted, that concern went nowhere. As a Black woman, I found the entire interaction particularly troubling. I expressed that I felt unsafe and yet I was met with what felt like complete indifference. I cannot say whether race played a role in management's decision, but I certainly left questioning whether my concerns would have been treated differently if I weren't Black. I understand that management can't control every customer's behavior. But they absolutely CAN control how they respond when customers report being threatened with violence. Why was their comfort more important than our safety? I walked in excited to experience a place my friend had spoken so highly of and walked out feeling humiliated, dismissed, and completely unsupported. There are far too many wonderful bars in Pasadena to spend money somewhere that handles customer safety this poorly. I certainly won't be returning, and I would encourage others to consider how this establishment might respond if they ever found themselves in a similar situation. read more

drinks aren't great, bar service was slow, music bad, but halloween decor was cute. I honestly wouldn't go back read more

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Such a great place! Atmosphere was beautifully dimly lit, decor was perfect, and drinks pretty and delicious. Service was also very good. Would definitely recommend and cannot wait to go back. read more

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The manager, Jeremie, is amazing! Super sweet and took care of my group well. He took care of a random guy that was being rude and made sure that the guy didn't continue to bother us. 10 out of 10 recommend this establishment for as long as Jeremie is manager read more

I came to this magical little place with my girl friends to celebrate a birthday. Only the three of us but we wanted a drink to end the night with a vibe. Boy did we win the jackpot! We came in around 6:30. They had just opened but the atmosphere was ready! Dark and moody with candles on the table, it was the perfect spot to grab a drink and catch up. Jeremy was our bartender and he was fantastic. Super chill and friendly and made us some amazing drinks based on a few preferences. Our "bartenders choice" drinks were amazing, so much so that our "drink to end the night" turned into two drinks and some appetizers. We ordered taquitos and mozzarella sticks. Overall all three of us ladies loved this place! We definitely plan to be back! Let Jeremy make you a drink - you won't regret it. He makes them custom for you and he definitely knows what he is doing. *they do ask for a password which you can request on their website... but I would do that 24-48 hours before you plan to visit. We didn't have that days password and simply asked the front door. read more

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Love how this place still commits to the speakeasy experience by asking for a password at the door (you can get it by sending them an email or just by asking nicely at the door). It really helps set the vibe when going in. Parking is also plentiful with multiple nearby parking structures. What stood out to me the most was that offer mocktail versions of their drinks at reduced prices! read more

Great customer service and mixed drinks!!! The staff is amazing. The decorations are a vibe!

Nice vibes and loved the Halloween decor which is why the 3 stars, but the drinks were horrible. They apologized and said they were training still but... it was so bad. Idk if they need to swap their tequila, make a better menu, or spend more time training as the bartender suggested but I hope they get it right, especially at those price points! read more

This was such a cute place decked out in Chinese decor! It's absolutely a speakeasy, you need a code to get in so make sure you go through the proper steps for that. Go visit their website. It's a different name than what it is once you show up! The menu was festive as well! And they also had a DJ with some great music. It's fitting for a girls night out, a chill date night as they had food as well! We didn't get any food we went for drinks but it did look delicious! And parking was no issue, Pasadena has so many parking structures there's one right across the street! read more

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The experience getting in was pretty cool. But other than that this place has no business calling itself a speakeasy in my opinion. None of the rules were followed by the crowd, no one was dressed up, music was EDM - in other words, this place does 0 things to transport you to the prohibition era. And I believe that is the whole point of going to a speakeasy, at least for me. Put that aside, it's a decent bar, music is not too loud so you can have a conversation, the interior has a nice atmosphere and decorations. read more

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I may or may not have been here for cocktails before dinner last night. The fella standing in front of the boarded up storefront, who we passed twice before getting suspicious about why he was just standing there, he might or might not have been generous in giving us hints to "remember" the password. The interior may have been gorgeously post thanksgiving, the Naked & Fanous and the Manhattan may have been very solid. Or not, it may have just been a boarded-up storefront with a fella standing out in front. read more

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The service was amazing! Jeremy was an amazing server he helped us all through out the night, he was very kind and helpful. Best server and service I've ever experienced! :) read more

Plenty of parking near by. The inside is soooo beautifully decorated The staff is so friendly And the drinks are so tasty Will most definitely come again read more

Jeremy is goated, he was so cool and helped us out a lot when we went. He made sure our party got some shots for a birthday

Love coming here with friends. Love the strawberry surprise and kitty drink (without coconut). All of the bartenders are so nice! Jeremy is always so kind and makes amazing drinks that hit the spot every time :) read more

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We decided to visit this speakeasy last minute after dinner nearby and it's one of those hidden gems where the experience starts even before you step foot inside. After looking up the place online, I found that we needed to email them for a password for entry. I had to send a quick polite email explaining why we wanted to visit, and surprisingly we received a response back almost immediately with the password, a few house rules, and the specific location details depending on whether we arrive before or after 9pm. I won't spoil with too many details! It's a prohibition-style bar and seating is a first come first served basis. We had to knock twice to provide the password and walk through, entering exactly how a speakeasy should be. There's dim lighting, vintage decor and overall cool vibes. Drinks were also decent! It's a large full bar, but also cozy enough inside to chat without needing to yell across each other like your typical bars. read more

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Cool vibes. Although there were lots of people, we were still able to find seats. My drink, strawberry something, was delicious. So was my overpriced burger. Street parking if you can find it. Otherwise, there is a parking garage very close by on Union. Will be my daughter there when she comes to visit read more

Not so hidden speakeasy, but still such a vibe it came here on a Friday night. Gave the password and entered into a red room! Ordered our drinks and chilled for half an hour. Music was good and the ambience was super chill. read more

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AHHH I freaking loved it! The bartenders were very attentive and fast. The atmosphere was very dim, calming but as well a very social environment. There dirty martinis were just as strong as I like it. Will go back one of these days. The best! read more

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I love their secret code concept where you need to email them prior to going to receive a secret passcode in order to get into the bar. It makes the experience very exclusive and personal. Stepping inside feels like entering another world with the dim red lighting casting glowing crimson hues across the high ceiling. The environment creates an intimate, almost secretive atmosphere where the glow of the candles on each table invite you to be seated next to its subtle warmth. -Kitty Killer: a vibrant and sweet tropical drink reminding me of a berry fruit punch. The sweet berry and hint of pineapple take the center stage while a creamy hint of coconut balances the palate. The flavors are bright and refreshing compliment the floral smell of the dried Chrysanthemum on top. The cocktail is topped with a skewered berry assortment that I nibbled on after every sip. (9/10) read more

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Came here with friends on a Saturday night and it was an awesome spot. The way you have to get in was clever and really made the experience so fun. The ambiance is great in there. Spacious yet intimate and great music. The drinks were also delicious and they use quality ingredients for the cocktails. Wish I got to try their food but will be going back to try! read more

Pro Tip: Going to www.speakeasypasadena.com in advance allows you to get the password for the specific day in which you intend to go. People here are friendly. Everyone in the staff is super professional, courteous, friendly and amicable. The vibes are impeccable. Definitely a place to check out on weekends. read more

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I can be a compulsive planner, so it's complimentary that my boyfriend likes to be spontaneous. He convinced me to "wing it" to go to The Speakeasy one night. SO BRAVE. If it was up to me, I would have sent the business a request by emailing them at "info@speakeasypasadena.com" in advanced and request a password. Instead we went to the general area and asked around. We were lucky enough to stumble upon someone affiliated with the business and answered some riddle-like questions to solve the answer for the password. Password required to enter and it changes every night! Upon entering the secret entrance, we were welcomed and showed some rules to follow. It was pretty common sense, common etiquette, but it is probably stated since there must have been some silly patrons who were disrespectful of the business. Behind the curtains to their bar area, it was dimlit prohibition era speakeasy vibes with decor and posters from the 1920s. Most importantly they have a full bar. In addition to the drink menus, they offered snacks. We had already eaten prior, so we were just there for drinks, but it's good to know for the future if we want to come here before dinner. You order at the bar. Staff does not come to you at the tables. It was a long bar area and decently staffed, so you shouldn't have to wait too long to order your drink. There were a lot of seating areas and we saw a few tables to choose from even on a late Saturday night. My boyfriend had the Afghani Mule ($14) which comes with meili vodka, ginger beer, lime juice, cucumbers, lime and mint. Not sure what made this afghani, but it's great for anyone who enjoys the classic Moscow mules. I went with the Old Fashioned Temory ($15) which comes with Makers Mark bourbon, 2 way bitters, zested orange, and demerara sugar. Pricing is reasonable for the area but I thought their drink menu was on the basic side, nothing innovative or craft-cocktail-like. Overall come for the ambiance, but don't expect too much from the cocktails. It was good for a drink, but there was nothing to linger around for any further than that. read more

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This spot was okay. I love the whole get a password to come in. I was actually pretty surprised how small it was once inside. The decor was nice and added to the whole vibe. I got one of the vodka drinks on the menu and it just wasn't good to me. It tasted like too much soda water. My group got lucky that we found a table, but I think the later you come the less likely you will get a table. This seems more like a cute date night spot. read more

I really wanted to like this place. I'm a huge speakeasy/1920s fan. And it's not that I didn't enjoy myself on some level, but it was more amusement at how weird it was rather than a 5-star experience. First off the password. You have to send an email telling them you want to visit. Then you get back a big long explanation for why the owner does things the way he does things and the password is near the bottom. I was like, oh boy, if this guy is preemptively arguing about his choices, this should be interesting. We get there and tell the bouncer the password. I was expecting something other than a converted empty storefront. Maybe a basement like some of the other nearby places. But yeah, it's just a former restaurant or something with a long bar on one side and tables and chairs scattered about. It was decorated for Halloween, which was cool ambiance. But like many people have said in their reviews, and the owner tried to explain away in his email, the music was loud and didn't match the vibe. Just odd but kind of funny. The bar was filled with fresh herbs which smelled really nice but it looked kind of ridiculous. I mean it was like bouquets upon bouquets of herbs lining the bar. But at least you know they're using fresh herbs in the cocktails I guess. The drinks themselves were pretty good, but basic. A little sugary, too. The only food I ordered was some fries. They took a while to come out and they were steak fries, which was also an odd choice because there were like less than 15 pieces. I don't know what this place actually is, an experiment maybe, but it's definitely not a true speakeasy. Go if you're already drunk and dgaf or you just want to see it for yourself. Not my scene! read more

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Overall: always find it tricky to review speakeasy but not this place! Easy 5* Ambience/Decor/Service: solve the riddle and you'll enter into this noir/burlesque kinda bar. Their October theme adds a little spooky feel with the fake cobwebs prop bats and spiders on the roof. Drinks: at the bar their selection is wide ranging for all kinds of enjoyers. Go with a lighter sweet drink or have something slightly spicy or go for a classic old fashioned kinda vibe. So good you'll go back for a second one! read more

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You pass a guy standing in front of a door. He asks for a password. He helps you get it. Then you're in. The atmosphere is dark yet engaging with a massive wall of booze behind the bar. As speakeasies go this is average and I wanted a little more intrigue. But the drinks are good ( I had a decent old fashioned). The password game is a bit lame, too. We went on a Saturday and it was not too crowded. read more

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