Super cute place. I have lived in Pasadena for over 12 years and this was my first time there. You have to email them to get password. They respond very quick. The entrance is super fun and the music is good. DJ played good music. It is first come first serve so you need to find your own table and get drinks at the bar. I had the spicey margarita which was good. read more

This place was nooooice. I was really surprised. Parking was fairly easy. As you walk up to the front you let the person know the password, and they'll provide you directions to go around the back and get in. Once you walk in, it's super cool because the setting is similar to a restaurant's storage of items. The person walks you to a door which looks like a large refrigerator door and there you are presented with a sultry ambiance with red lighting. We got there around maybe 9:30pm and tables were mostly filled. Everyone seemed to be in deep conversations and music isn't too loud. I had the old fashioned and took a sip and couldn't finish it because it was waaay to strong. Ended up having a mojito for the rest of the night and it was just "okay" to me. Cool place to chill and hangout. The decorative accents of the bar is what really sets the tone and makes you want stay. Notes: They only have two toilets...Expect long lines at the restroom. read more

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This spot is a cozy spot for my friends. The drinks here are good I love the moonshine shots! The bartenders are good and some .. are not... I wish I knew the name of the bartender that always helps us out because he is the best! I love entering through the back and if you are confused and go to the wrong entrance there are workers there to help you out. It is loud inside with the music on top of noisy conversations if it's loud. I typically don't wait that long for tables to open up.. keep in mind it is small and the tables are close together. Also the bathroom lines can get long but I recommend this spot. read more

I've been here two times. It's pretty popping sometimes. You got to get a password to get in which is a nice touch. You can get it by charming the guy at the front or giving them a call. The drinks are pretty good although most of them are just small variations of standard drinks. Definitely try the moonshine shots as it's one of their signature drinks. Other than that, the red lighting sets up a nice mood and ambience. Can take someone here for a date although sometimes it gets a little loud. The staff are also pretty chill to talk to. I recommend parking at the Marriott parking structure nearby or street parking if you can find it read more

The Speakeasy - Speakeasies Near Me - Pasadena, California

My new favorite - but shhhhh no one should know about it. Cocktails though, has room for improvement. The mint in the Mint Julep was not muddled enough and it there was more honey than liquor in the Bee's Knees. We will be back. read more

Come here for the true speakeasy experience - it's charmingly dark, hidden, and only accessible with a password. We loved the music and the drinks, not so much the massive crowd of patrons inside. Expect to wait a few minutes before the bartender can serve you. read more

Such an intriguing place, loved the staff and the vibes in here, my Bf and I came here after dinner for date night and it was a lil tricky finding lol I mean yeah given the name but the dude at the door was very friendly and cool we were told we have to email them before hand in order to get the password however the guy a the door was still nice enough to give me a few hints at what the password may be and I guessed it correctly lol definitely loved the red lighting all around and the candles everywhere made it quite romantic and lovely I got what they call a "Strawberry surprise" it was definitely a surprise! Very delish I must say we were also helped by one of the bartenders/waiters here Shoutout to Jeremy! Provides great and amazing service I would definitely recommend this spot for a lil drink and good vibes! read more

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Was not expecting a stellar speakeasy to be hidden behind a kitchen but there it was. It's a tiki themed speakeasy and it was decorated in Halloween themed for spooky season. The drinks are all handcrafted. I ordered the bees knees and it was served in a little bear shaped jar that you get honey in. My friend ordered the afghani mule and she loved it. My third friend ordered the strawberry surprise. Needless to say, we all loved our drinks. The speakeasy is spacious and they have a DJ playing mostly techno music. Parking may be a bit hard to find but it's worth. The bartenders are super friendly and the overall vibe is amazing. read more

I went on a Friday around 7ish. It was still empty because they had just opened. I ordered a coke & it tasted funky. Definitely didn't taste like coke. My date's drink wasn't that great, but it wasn't horrible either. It's a pretty chill place. I might give it another shot. The vibes were cool. read more

when my boyfriend and I got there it was empty I loved that they give out a password which makes it that much more exclusive!! The ambiance was so cool loved the red lighting and decor made me feel like I was in a true speakeasy in the 1920's will definitely come back for a drink or two!! My espresso martini was divine wanna try a dirty martini next I am sure it will be one of the best I had!! read more

Honestly the best speakeasy I've been too! The ambience is very low key yet social & vibey. The drinks are very good & flavorful. I highly recommend coming for a night out with your buddies, girls or all together. The music is very uplifting & we stayed here the whole night. 13/10 for sure. read more

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I had a great time at The Speakeasy! Loved loved the music at the beginning of the night as I am a vintage lover. We got there right as it opened so there were plenty of tables to sit at. Pros: the aesthetic is very pretty! Huge selection of drinks and I personally really liked my drink. The bathrooms were clean! Thank you so much for having a clean bathroom. I always appreciate this, and clean bathrooms will always influence whether or not I come back so thank you again. The music was awesome at the start of the night. Love the Big Band music that makes you want to stand up and dance. Cons: it was a little difficult to get the bartenders attention for a drink or even water. Mind you, we walked in when they had just opened so the amount of customers inside you could count on your hand. I think it's just a matter of getting some more bartenders behind the bar to better attend to the customer. They were pleasant, but I wouldn't give them a gold star for customer service. They could definitely improve, with just overall friendliness and smiling once in a while. The music changed later in the night and got super LOUD. My throat hurt by the end of the night from shouting over the music. I totally wouldn't mind the change in music to match the time of night, but I think the volume it was originally set at during the start of the night was perfect. You could still talk over it without shouting. But overall I had a great night, would definitely come again. read more

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What a gem! Jeremy is a wizard. I told him what flavors and spirits I liked and he made me maybe my favorite cocktail I've ever had. My cousin was just as impressed with his personalized creations. I live by the beach but I'll be making a pilgrimage to my new favorite speakeasy very soon. read more

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It starts by answering correctly a riddle to gain access into the bar. The decor is stunning, dark, mysterious and the bar breathtaking beautiful. The hubby and I found a table near the bar and enjoyed old fashions served in heavy crystal glasses. We enjoyed the music, vibe, and sipped our cocktails. It was busy, loud and watching the bartenders create an array of libations was entertainment. We'd go back in a heart beat and cross our fingers we can correctly answer the riddle. read more

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Cool spot. Dark and loungy and you need a password to get in, so make sure you reach out to them beforehand. We called and got it the night of. No pics allowed inside, but I snuck one for the Yelp review. Oops. Music is really good. Loungy house music. Great place to have fun drinks and good convos. Not good for dancing, tho. Only one at a time for the bathrooms. The line can get really long. But again, the Kitty drink and the mule is good, so you can easily chug a few, then you'll be back in the long bathroom lines. It's a vicious cycle, but fun. read more

The Speakeasy - It's a lot darker inside, but I lightened the pic, so you can kinda see what it looks like inside - Speakeasies Near Me - Pasadena, California

I enjoyed it. It's not a real speakeasy but a nice atmosphere. Music was a little loud for me. The service was good and the gentleman at the front was very friendly. read more

My first speakeasy I have ever been to such a great experience and drinks were super good I love the idea. Very intimate took my girlfriend here had a great time . read more

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We walked in here by surprised and it was a very good surprise nice bar , nice music and good service

The place looked like it was closed or went out of business and we asked one person by the door and he gave us hints to come up with the secret password and how to find the back entrance. It's more EDM music so not a retro vibe but very fun and if on the area will be visiting again. read more

The ambience was very dark and mysterious here. Cool spot to get some drinks with some friends. You need to know the password in order to get in! read more

Great Gym. Great energy, and vibes. Close by and opened during great hours. Great staff too, I'd recommend coming here!!

I absolutely love this hidden spot in Pasadena--it's a gem. Has such an amazing vibe with those classic touches and delicious cocktails crafted to perfection in a cozy atmosphere. Leo who runs the place is so friendly and really adds to the experience; it's just superb! If you're after a one-of-a-kind place with drinks and exceptional service--this is the place for you! read more

hahaha this place was fun, more of a date spot than for singles I'd say but totally yummy drinks and the vibe is great!

This place is a solid "okay". I liked the speakeasy experience of anticipating a password emailed to you, finding the entrance, walking in through the back kitchen. The ambience is cool but I'd enjoy the space with less restaurant-style seating. The music is kind of old EDM which is not really tasteful for this type of aesthetic/vibe. The music just seems like a mismatch for a lounge. The drinks kind of confused me. They were really watered down, and seemed to be for a tiki vibe. I'm not sure what the theme is supposed to be here but I respect it. I probably won't be back though. Definitely try it once and see how you like it. read more

So was in Pasadena for the weekend as we were roaming around LA. I had just wrapped up a group dinner and was planning on driving to SF the next day to enjoy the serenity of a long drive. I didn't feel like heading all the way to ktown for my usual drinks and wanted something a bit more convenient. I did a quick search around the hotel and found this joint and decided to check it out. Street parking is around and there are also garages around so there should be plenty of options for parking. After parking, I walked down the street and literally walked past this joint as the outside was very unassuming. I saw a person standing outside and he was friendly about making us guess the password by asking a series of fun questions making it entertaining to gain access to the joint. Once we made it inside, I was surprised how dark it was and the 'red light district" lights that really drown the entire place as you can see from the pictures. After a quick adjustment for my eyes, there were multiple tables on the left and a bar to the right. The bar is massive and they have no shortage of options of different libations that my float your boat. They also have a "Bar food" menu in case you are hankering for a few bites such as fries. They have cocktails or straight liquor so your choice. We ordered fries and had a few whiskeys neat. The bartenders were friendly and quick. This joint is a fun spot for a date but it's a bit loud for a group gathering and chatter. Definitely a fun experience and recommend for those looking for libations especially when in the area. read more

The Speakeasy - Inside - Speakeasies Near Me - Pasadena, California

I've been here twice now and boy this place is so fun! In order to get in your will need to guess the secret password at the door. You can email them ahead of time for it or you can try and guess it at the door. Once you e got the password you're asked to go around the back to get in. Once inside you'll be greeted by low-lighting with a red hue and awesome house beats. The only downside is that there aren't tons of seats so hopefully you're able to snag a table for your group. The drinks are all fantastic! I've tried the house old fashioned and I miss my mint julep drink. My girlfriend personally loves the Kitty Killer and Strawberry Surprise. Also, the moonshine shots are worth a try for $11 each. Whatever you do DO NOT try the ordinal. I was feeling a little spicy and had one myself and it was terrible. The BlackBerry and Apple Pie are great though. Definitely looking forward to coming back! read more

Place is terrible. This really isn't a speak easy. All they did was invent a pass phrase and a alley entrance, the inside has no speak easy vibe. Place is very packed, the music is terrible, drinks are not that great. Restrooms are filthy. I for sure don't recommend this place. I have been to plenty of speak easy's in the LA area and this place is not what you're looking for. read more

One word - phenomenal! Antonio, the sommelier was great! PS: the cheese plates are huge, we had to take 90% of it home. read more

Top tier ambiance and service. Staff is very friendly and accommodating -- especially Jeremy! I definitely recommend the drinks whether it be a chill date or night out with friends! read more

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Tony the doorman didn't disappoint. He wrangled us to come on in and we were so glad we did. Super cool place with excellent drinks. Come on down!! read more

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Super fun little hidden spot in pasadena. You need to arrive at the NY deli and try to solve the riddle. An email for the code doesn't work. read more

The best bar in Pasadena along with The Cellar. Came here for Halloween, and the staff are so thoughtful. They made the best of Halloween out of the current circumstance. 5 stars all around read more

The Speakeasy - Outdoor patio - Speakeasies Near Me - Pasadena, California

This place was okay but could be so much better. The bartender was nice and made some good drinks. Finding it is a little difficult , but that's what makes it a speakeasy. That's what I liked about it. You'll know you've found it when you see the big wooden doors and a gentlemen standing out front. What I didn't dig was the "club" music they had blasting. The decor was alright but it didn't have a speakeasy vibe. read more

Stopped by last night with some friends and had a great time! They didn't know about the password or back entrance which had them weirded out, but once we got inside were super impressed with the vibe and concept! Great music all around and the drinks were great! I had the "Pablo's Poison" & "Kitty Killer" cocktails which both proved to be great choices. I'll definitely be coming back! read more

Nice place. Cool ambience. If you don't know the password the guy at the door will help you out. Drinks wise, i wasn't a big fan. It would be a 3/5 star if it wasn't for the set-up and vibe of the place. The drink def need some work and also the choice of music kinda not suit the vibe. read more

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Be sure you enjoy the entire experience! Email them to get the password, and be kind about it! It elevated the experience for my fiancée and I. My first speakeasy, went earlier on a Saturday. Got to door and stayed password for that evening and was let into the bar that had amazing ambiance. The bartenders were very attentive, and drinks were AMAZING! they knew what they were doing with the flavor profiles of the cocktails. Would go back again. read more

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Been here a couple of times - the bouncers are always hilarious and chill. The ambiance is great, and the drinks taste amazing. I genuinely like coming here for the vibes. No flash photography is allowed, but that's fine. We come to sit, chill, & talk. For the password, you can either solve the riddle that the bouncers have to makeup, or you can actually email them. They eventually send out a mass email saying what the password is if you do email them. You can either go in the back alley or in the front. Overall, would definitely come back. Love that there's a secret bar in Pasadena - makes things a little more exciting. read more

The place is nice and cool BUT : The music is super loud you can't barely hear the person in front of you and the WORST of the WORST is the service : the service is at the bar and the 3 bartenders are extremely slow when I say slow I mean they take 3/5 min to make one drink ! I was with a group of friend we waited at the bar almost 15 min to talk to one of the bartenders, for the price of their drinks it's absolutely ridiculous ! A guy next to us was complaining about the fact that he' was waiting more than 10min and his girl was sitting down waiting for him !! I don't think this place will last long due to their lack of organization and staff skills. We'll definitely not return there and I personally do not recommend this place. read more

I have been here 3 times within the past 2 years and it has been consistent. Get the entry password ahead of time by sending them a nice email request. I love the fact that they don't charge an entry fee and staff is always friendly. They have pretty much any drink you can think of including wide variety of bottled beers. Prices are comparable to other establishments in the area and can get expensive after a couple of drinks per person. Music is good and not too loud, you can still carry a conversation without yelling from the top of your lungs. I'll definitely go back when the next opportunity arises. read more

Stopped in last night with a group of friends. Absolutely loved the vibe! Food menu is definitely bar food but was delicious, simple is usually better and The Speakeasy nailed it! It was incredible to watch the bartenders turn out beautiful drink after beautiful drink on a busy night. The music was great, the crowd drawn to the bar was chill, the staff was polite, helpful and clearly make effort to fit the aesthetic. Definitely going to be back! read more

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