This place used to be cool a couple of years ago but it’s gone downhill. Server was inattentive and drinks weren’t too great either. Tip is built into the bill so voting with your wallet isn’t easy either. Luckily it’s closing early next year.
Andrew Bean
Underwhelming. Ordered one drink on the menu and one off, both weren’t very good. Maybe was the time of day we went but was not impressed. The bug zapper outside was loud.
Elizabeth Khoury
A true speakeasy !!! Hard to come by now that they are popularized. Unmarked door, looks like a vacant building. But once you get in it’s a pre-prohibition theme and they really stick to it - they won’t serve a drink that didn’t exist at that time (I.e. espresso martini). I recommend a reservation.Kid-friendliness: No, you cannot bring kids here. It’s pre-prohibition themed and nobody brought kids to the bars during that time.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Erika
Cute, nice, quaint spot. Very relaxed and intimate speakeasy. The bartender Dwayne was amazing! Great drinks and good vibes I will definitely be back.
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
L N.
Staff: great Menu: could be better Tip: utilize your server's knowledge + talent I'm grateful for the knowledgeable and talented server who assisted us: with just a couple of questions, she paired us with craft cocktails that were not on the menu but, really, were every bit worthy of being on the menu. Side note: I'm glad this place survived the pandemic. While it most certainty isn't anything like it's pre-pandemic hay day, I see potential for a good revival.
Bind Usuk
The drinks we ordered were consistently bad. The old fashioned was too strong. The infinitum tasted like cheap seltzer with a smell of citrus. No effort on presentation. Super small glasses. I have been to many bars but this is the worst experience I have ever had, in terms of service and cocktails. Cool concept but not worth it.
Atmosphere: 3
Service: 1
Melynda L
The drinks on the menu were ok. Drinks not on the menu even better! The Fledgling (w/ the straw), Infinitum, Dancing with chaos, Lemon drop.The black normal looking door is the entrance, it is very secretive and nondescript. For anyone who has recently seen 1923 it is very much like the Speakeasy making you wonder if you are in the right place. There is a doorman and once you enter in, it is dark and secretive feeling with the candles and dim lighting.We ended up moving out to the patio, which that was a thing even tho no one was out there and there really wasnt many inside. The doorman had to come move us. Our waitress was not helpful nor really engaged with us ....until it was time to pay and then wanted to make an impression. And we never saw any sort of food menu so I honestly don't know that there actually is food.
Atmosphere: 3
Service: 2
Michael Mahaney
The atmosphere was nice but the bartenders and staff were extremely rude to us. We came in hoping for a pleasant experience but was told we needed to have reservations even though the tables were empty. We were not left with a good feeling and left immediately! Goodness... how you are still open when you treat customers like this.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 1
Service: 1
Tom D
Squint at the door with an eye to leave the street chaos behind you. Yes, it is that door, just as (hopefully) unassuming as your expectations as a speakeasy. You find it unlocked.A friendly face greets you and finds you a place. The staff are knowledgeable and help you find a drink that suits your preferences. The ambiance offers you a recuse from Georgetown, if only for a while.
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Jaclyn
Small indoor speakeasy with great vibes and outdoor patio that probably picks up at night. The entrance feels like a speakeasy. The drinks were solid. Make sure to have reservations for
I love trying different speakeasies. At this one I got what's called the ghost summer. It was a pretty good mezcal drink which is one of my favorites. I think that entrance is a bit surprising because it's literally nestled between many no name shops. Basically you're looking for something between busboys and poets and lost society. There was a gentleman standing outside who figured I was looking for it and was lost and let me in. Service is nice. I don't like that they don't have paper menus but after it was requested they provided one. Otherwise there were no issues with the service ambiance is nice. Plenty of street parking especially if you come late. If I was in the area of my try it again.
Shawn B.
This is a very cute speakeasy with a dynamic ambiance. Upon arrival they check your identification at the door then they seat you. I elected for bar seating on a Wednesday evening. The bartender was super nice and provides us an opportunity to peruse the menu. I elected for the Ghost Summer cocktail being that I had already been drinking tequila. I would say the cocktail was spirit forward (that's what we like). This place is really nice and I would recommend it to anyone looking for a nice place to have drinks.
Erica Gafford
Super cute little "speakeasy" that's a great spot to meet friends, a date or pop in on your own. The staff were friendly and professional - and surprisingly quick with what seemed like very complicated cocktails. Would definitely go back!
Allen Y.
Great after-dinner speakeasy on 14th street. Went here after dinner and it had amazing drinks and atmosphere. The main entrance is a black door and looks like the entrance to a duplex. A guy will be sitting on the stairs when you walk in and take you inside the bar. Pros: great dimly lit atmosphere. We had a table and it was quiet enough to hold a conversation. It is not one of those speakeasy where it is jam packed and full of loud music . The drinks were excellent and strongCons: none!Great place to visit and stay for a few drinks. Quiet enough for conversation so great place for a date
Brett Kimble
Great, intimate spot for a drink. I've been here at least a half dozen times and can't wait to come back.The bar and service are top notch. If you aren't in love with what is on the menu, chat with your server and they often can make something perfect and unique for you.
This place used to be cool a couple of years ago but it’s gone downhill. Server was inattentive and drinks weren’t too great either. Tip is built into the bill so voting with your wallet isn’t easy either. Luckily it’s closing early next year.
Underwhelming. Ordered one drink on the menu and one off, both weren’t very good. Maybe was the time of day we went but was not impressed. The bug zapper outside was loud.
A true speakeasy !!! Hard to come by now that they are popularized. Unmarked door, looks like a vacant building. But once you get in it’s a pre-prohibition theme and they really stick to it - they won’t serve a drink that didn’t exist at that time (I.e. espresso martini). I recommend a reservation.Kid-friendliness: No, you cannot bring kids here. It’s pre-prohibition themed and nobody brought kids to the bars during that time.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Cute, nice, quaint spot. Very relaxed and intimate speakeasy. The bartender Dwayne was amazing! Great drinks and good vibes I will definitely be back.
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Staff: great Menu: could be better Tip: utilize your server's knowledge + talent I'm grateful for the knowledgeable and talented server who assisted us: with just a couple of questions, she paired us with craft cocktails that were not on the menu but, really, were every bit worthy of being on the menu. Side note: I'm glad this place survived the pandemic. While it most certainty isn't anything like it's pre-pandemic hay day, I see potential for a good revival.
The drinks we ordered were consistently bad. The old fashioned was too strong. The infinitum tasted like cheap seltzer with a smell of citrus. No effort on presentation. Super small glasses. I have been to many bars but this is the worst experience I have ever had, in terms of service and cocktails. Cool concept but not worth it.
Atmosphere: 3
Service: 1
The drinks on the menu were ok. Drinks not on the menu even better! The Fledgling (w/ the straw), Infinitum, Dancing with chaos, Lemon drop.The black normal looking door is the entrance, it is very secretive and nondescript. For anyone who has recently seen 1923 it is very much like the Speakeasy making you wonder if you are in the right place. There is a doorman and once you enter in, it is dark and secretive feeling with the candles and dim lighting.We ended up moving out to the patio, which that was a thing even tho no one was out there and there really wasnt many inside. The doorman had to come move us. Our waitress was not helpful nor really engaged with us ....until it was time to pay and then wanted to make an impression. And we never saw any sort of food menu so I honestly don't know that there actually is food.
Atmosphere: 3
Service: 2
The atmosphere was nice but the bartenders and staff were extremely rude to us. We came in hoping for a pleasant experience but was told we needed to have reservations even though the tables were empty. We were not left with a good feeling and left immediately! Goodness... how you are still open when you treat customers like this.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 1
Service: 1
Squint at the door with an eye to leave the street chaos behind you. Yes, it is that door, just as (hopefully) unassuming as your expectations as a speakeasy. You find it unlocked.A friendly face greets you and finds you a place. The staff are knowledgeable and help you find a drink that suits your preferences. The ambiance offers you a recuse from Georgetown, if only for a while.
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Small indoor speakeasy with great vibes and outdoor patio that probably picks up at night. The entrance feels like a speakeasy. The drinks were solid. Make sure to have reservations for
Atmosphere: 4
Service: 4
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I love trying different speakeasies. At this one I got what's called the ghost summer. It was a pretty good mezcal drink which is one of my favorites. I think that entrance is a bit surprising because it's literally nestled between many no name shops. Basically you're looking for something between busboys and poets and lost society. There was a gentleman standing outside who figured I was looking for it and was lost and let me in. Service is nice. I don't like that they don't have paper menus but after it was requested they provided one. Otherwise there were no issues with the service ambiance is nice. Plenty of street parking especially if you come late. If I was in the area of my try it again.
This is a very cute speakeasy with a dynamic ambiance. Upon arrival they check your identification at the door then they seat you. I elected for bar seating on a Wednesday evening. The bartender was super nice and provides us an opportunity to peruse the menu. I elected for the Ghost Summer cocktail being that I had already been drinking tequila. I would say the cocktail was spirit forward (that's what we like). This place is really nice and I would recommend it to anyone looking for a nice place to have drinks.
Super cute little "speakeasy" that's a great spot to meet friends, a date or pop in on your own. The staff were friendly and professional - and surprisingly quick with what seemed like very complicated cocktails. Would definitely go back!
Great after-dinner speakeasy on 14th street. Went here after dinner and it had amazing drinks and atmosphere. The main entrance is a black door and looks like the entrance to a duplex. A guy will be sitting on the stairs when you walk in and take you inside the bar. Pros: great dimly lit atmosphere. We had a table and it was quiet enough to hold a conversation. It is not one of those speakeasy where it is jam packed and full of loud music . The drinks were excellent and strongCons: none!Great place to visit and stay for a few drinks. Quiet enough for conversation so great place for a date
Great, intimate spot for a drink. I've been here at least a half dozen times and can't wait to come back.The bar and service are top notch. If you aren't in love with what is on the menu, chat with your server and they often can make something perfect and unique for you.