Terrible. We stood outside for over an hour and made multiple attempts . We joined the WhatsApp group to get the hints etc, the owner still would not let us in. The theme is fine for the first 10 minutes but shitty that We went all that way there just to have the guy leave us outside. Get over yourself. You're a bar and have terrible respect for customers read more

Hidden gem in Florence! We first visited this speakeasy in 2018 and always return when we visit. Bartender is super welcoming and accommodating to drink preferences. Definitely a cool vibe and worth experiencing the tea cup cocktails! read more

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If I can give this place zero stars i would. We were visiting Florence and visited a few speakeasy's because they are less crowded. We came across this place and of course on Yelp it showed it was open and I messaged the "chat bot" as instructed to confirm location and if they were open. The chat bot was so rude and I've included the screenshots. SO IF I WERE YOU DONT EVEN BOTHER VISITING THIS SPOT. They have zero customer service... read more

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My wife and I just arrived in Florence and I was using Yelp to find a decent bar. After 20 hours of traveling, I really needed a drink. This speak easy was literally 100 feet from our hotel. The only problem was that since there was no sign and the window doors are really dark, we walked past it three times before finding it. We arrived somewhat early so we were the only ones I there. Beautiful bar and the bartender was a really nice guy. One aspect that was really cool was that they served our drinks in little tea cups. I just hadn't seen that before, but it was a nice touch. The bartender also recommended an awesome restaurant down the street for dinner. Did not disappoint! read more

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Awesome experience! Great drinks and great owner! Would definitely visit this place again when we go back to Florence!

Really terrible experience overall starting with the rude doorman and ending with the terrible service and poorly made cocktails. They are trying to be cool but it is definitely not worth a visit. read more

We do not recommend unless you're Italian and buddies with the bar staff. How do I begin? First, once we found the bar, which was a bit of a treasure hunt so it was kinda fun, we were seated pretty promptly and then asked what kind of alcohol we liked and were given drink suggestions. Given that we were the only Paying customers in there, they were prompt with getting our drink orders and bringing it to us. The drinks tasted fine and were fairly tasty. Here is where they received their second star. Second is why it lost the other three. The other ten or so people in the bar were not customers but the bartenders' friends. They were loud, rude, and were obviously talking about my boyfriend and me as they were looking back at us every couple of seconds. Since we felt so uncomfortable with this treatment, we decided to leave after 1 drink. Rather than attending to us, the bartender continued to laugh and kiss his friends, ignoring us as we tried to leave. Also if you want to use the 1 free drink, make sure the "boss" is there or no one who works there will understand what the yelp promotion is, supposedly. The atmosphere was quite dead if you take out the people just mooching off the staff not buying anything. read more

This ended up being such a random amazing night. At first it was just me and the bar tender (quite) but then an energetic couple who had come in also the night before joined us and it was all up hill from there. We laughed and drank and the bar tender schooled us on what speakeasies are about! Great experience. read more

I stumbled upon this place by accident while I was walking from my apartment to a different bar. There's no sign and the front doors are very dark, so it feels secret (like a speakeasy should). I sat at the bar and was served promptly by a very friendly bartender who was whistling along to the jazz record playing. I decided on a French Farmer, a simple drink with gin and cucumber. It was delicious. I was also given water and some bar snacks at no charge, which I've found is rare in Florence. The ambience was lovely. There were only a few other patrons although it was fairly early on a Thursday, so I'm sure it gets busier at times. Oh, the prices were good too. The drinks are strong, tasty, and well worth €12. I'll definitely be back. read more

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Unique hidden gem of a bar in the middle of Florence. Everything from the unmarked entrance to the 'just right' lighting (we all know it's all about the lighting), the captivating music and the overall atmosphere makes you want to linger for longer than you originally anticipated and indulge yourself with the interesting libations. Seductive in one word. Wish this place and it's owner much success! read more

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One of my favorite bars that I've come across on Florence. The owner Mariele has decorated the place with the perfect 1920/30s atmosphere. He also is knowledgeable and helpful about drinks. When he came to take out order he asked us what types of drinks we usually liked so he could suggest the perfect cocktail. All the drinks come in cute teacups that were his great grandmothers too! read more

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The owner came out and informed us of the history of the. Location as well as made suggestions and gave us tips on all things local. A sweet low key spot to enjoy a drink. Great atmosphere! read more

Cute vintage bar nestled on a side street close to the Science museum (Yes Florence has one) that is trying to tap into the coolness of vintage speakeasys. While it doesn't have quite the mysterious appeal of Rasputin in Santo Spirito, it certainly has more affordable drinks (8€) that are served quite nicely. My moscow mule (good) was in an over-sized teacup for starters. The spot itself is vintage-inspired, almost a little too much so but I think most people would appreciate it. I have heard they do events at least once a month which I would be curious to attend since I feel like not enough people know about it yet so it can be quite dead at night, unless I totally missed the mark the night we went. It definitely has cool potential and I liked my experience, just needs a few more people or live music to add to the experience :) read more

Such a nice bar for a cocktail. This place has a unique Vintage vibe, could imagine the place in a movie. The bartender is really helpful, he asked what are my favorite drinks and made a kick-ass cocktail. The cocktails were served in old-fashioned, ornate teacups which you can't see in any other cocktail bar. You can drink your cocktail in style and it also merges with the ambience. Original, strong drinks and unique atmosphere, would go back for a drink a any time read more

I love this place. It is located behind the Galileo museum in an unmarked entrance; sneaky. It has a low key and cool vibe. The magicians were a creative touch. They entertained us for hours. The bartender has style. You just tell him what type of alcohol you like, what type of drink you like and he creates incredible drinks in giant tea cups. Very creative and I feel like that shows true talent when they can do that type of creation. Check their facebook page for the membership and scheduled speakeasy party. Then dress up from the 20' or 30's and show up with a password for the secret entrance. I hope this little gem stays for awhile, it was great. read more

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What a gem I found. I'm not a wine guy and it's very hard to find a cocktail bar anywhere in Italy. I walked up and down many streets looking for something I'd enjoy. Out of luck I turned a corner and found this splendid joint. That's where I met Marilee Florence's premier bartender. The place has a feel of an old US Speak Easy. His menu of cocktails is unique and amazing. Each drink is made with love and he is very deliberate and concise in the making of them. The results are exquisite. If you really want to try some cutting edge cocktails I suggest you pop in and be prepared to be wowed. read more

Amazing drinks. Fantastic ambiance. Vintage vibes. If you're a fan of roaring 20s feels and strong drinks, look no further.

Hands down, best bar experience i have ever had!! I was told about this place from a coworker, who said that i "Had" to come here during my visit. We went shortly after opening and it was not too busy. We were able to learn about the owner/mixologist and how he was able to open this bar. He discussed his journey as he discussed how he came up with the menu. He personalized our experience by asking us what we were in the mood for and what we liked. then we went with dealers choice. We tried one, and loved it, then tried another, and another over the next 3 hours. When we left, we decided that we were definitely coming back the next night. This time we decided we would look at the menu and decide for ourselves what drinks we were going to try. Each drink we chose was delicious! Literally, EVERY drink he made was one of the best drinks i have ever had! he put on an amazing show and created an experience for us that we will never forget! Best service and best drinks in town, with out a doubt! read more

Unique atmosphere, unique original drinks, bartender is very personable and friendly and owner takes pride on his work. The only thing i regret is not being able to go back (flying back to usa) read more

I found the Vanilla club just by chance...A hidden secret right in the center of Florence! Highly recommended if you want to upgrade your holiday or life in Firenze! Excellent service and drinks in a cosy and warm atmosphere. If you are looking for a special place in a special city, you might feel part of the Great Gatsby movie set... read more