I booked a reservation for our anniversary. There wasn't a wait at 8pm on a Saturday but it did start to fill up. The speakeasy vibe was nice but it's tight quarters and if you're seated by people with loud voices, it's hard to get a conversation or order in. The first waiter we had was excellent and very knowledgeable, but I think he left for the night and the rest of the staff were quite busy. There was a lot of time in between drinks that the feeling didn't stay. I could tell lots of time and thought went into creating the drinks, but the overall experience and execution was a tad disappointing. I also thought it would be more space-themed but it's more vintage with a splash of some space stuff. It's a cool place if you want to get unique drinks in a friend setting and don't mind waiting a while between drinks, but maybe skip it if you're looking for a place to celebrate an anniversary. I'm used to speakeasies being quite attentive and this place left us feeling a little neglected so we left earlier than expected.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 3
Sarah West Brown
Food & drink: My husband ordered the Espresso Tonic & it was perfection. The foam was the ideal consistency so each sip had both foam & drink, never overpowering or messy. I tried the Angel Face, which was a bit more spirit-forward than I usually go for, but still balanced & beautifully made. We also grabbed an order of olives as a late-night snack, & they were fresh, briny, & the perfect little bite to accompany our drinks.
Service: The service was exceptional from start to finish. Our bartender/server took the time to walk us through the cocktail menu in detail, breaking down each ingredient & flavor profile so we felt confident in our choices, even with such a bold & adventurous menu. She truly made the experience memorable with her warmth & knowledge.
Ambiance & Vibe: This is a true speakeasy vibe–small, intimate, & lively. The size of the space means you can hear every conversation around you, which adds to the energy but could feel loud if you’re looking for something quiet. The lighting & cozy décor make it feel like a tucked-away find. Tip: bring a sweater, as it does run on the chilly side!
Value & Price Point: For craft cocktails, the prices are exactly what you’d expect..& honestly, the level of service & quality made it feel like a bargain.
Overall Impression & Tips: A hidden gem for anyone who loves a good cocktail adventure. Come ready to try something new, ask questions, & trust the bartender’s recommendations..you’ll be glad you did. Perfect for a date night or a casual nightcap after dinner.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Kate M
Incredible hidden speakeasy in OC. Went here with a friend to catch up and the atmosphere is divine. It’s cozy but elegant, and has a very curated astronaut theme. Waiters are incredibly knowledgeable and you can feel the passion they have for cocktails. Mocktail of juniper and tonic - transported. Ice cubes are fun squares and we loved the glassware. Fresh sourdough with salty butter just icing on the cake! Place is tiny so reservation key. Worth the planning.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Therese Ann Moore
Despite the small space, the staff is incredibly kind and helpful. The interior is dimly lit, yet the decor is lovely. The drinks we tried from their incentive assortments takes on traditional cocktails were brilliant. Highly recommend this place.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Bruce Blumberg
Very friendly staff and creative cocktails. An excellent speakeasy style bar.
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Miley L.
came here with my friend on a saturday night and we adored it! lily, adam, patrick, and alex were brilliant bartenders and conversationalists. we sat barside and had such a great time. their seasonal cocktail menu was amazing — everything was very carefully concocted and super complex. it was clear that they’d put a lot of thought into the flavors + textures of every drink on the menu. a little sad that we didn’t get to try the bread + butter, but i’m pretty certain we’ll be back sooner or later :)
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Sulan A
Cozy and intimate with great cocktails! Location is inside the Church’s chicken.
Dan Frias
This place is absolutely fantastic. The menu shows familiar drinks, but each of those is made uniquely with their own take on it. Every one we have tried has been fantastic. This is the best cocktail bar we have been to in OC.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Lisa Schaefer
Their drinks are super yummy. I really like the crusty bread with the rich butter. They were a nice combination with the tinned mussels. The lemon squeeze for those is optimal for taste.
I've been wanting to try this place for a while. It's been open a little over a year. It's super tiny, but everyone who works here is very attentive and welcoming. It's dimly lit inside, but has cute decor. Since it's so small, it does get really LOUD. It's definitely a little difficult to find. It's located inside Dick Church's Restaurant. There's a back entrance through the outside patio but you can enter through the front of the restaurant as well. They offer some small snacks (nuts, olives, bread and butter, and some tinned mussels). This is definitely up and coming. They offer seasonal drinks and change up the menu. Currently they're serving up their spring menu. Drink reviews: Pink lady: (4/5) This was refreshing and super easy to drink! Honestly could drink 2-3 of these they're so tasty. Blue lagoon: (4/5) This was also refreshing, you can definitely taste the citrus in it, lychee was a nice but subtle touch. Vieux Carré: (5/5) This was delicious! Similar to an old fashioned but aromatics and apple flavor. I could drink these all night. It's strong. Penicillin: (5/5) Mezcal and scotch drink. Definitely a sipper! It's delicious though. Old fashioned: (5/5) Can't go wrong with the classic. It was strong and smooth.
Atmosphere: 4
Service: 5
Brian A
These bartenders definitely know what they’re doing. Fun drinks well balanced and creative twists of the classics. Always a great time talking to the staff when we can sit at the bar. Thanks for the buzz!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Matthew Colodny
The best bartenders... attentive, passionate, and informative. Snazzy little place!
Matt Cynaumon
Amazing cocktails and have been back multiple times. Love that they change the menu up.
Amazing drinks
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I booked a reservation for our anniversary. There wasn't a wait at 8pm on a Saturday but it did start to fill up. The speakeasy vibe was nice but it's tight quarters and if you're seated by people with loud voices, it's hard to get a conversation or order in. The first waiter we had was excellent and very knowledgeable, but I think he left for the night and the rest of the staff were quite busy. There was a lot of time in between drinks that the feeling didn't stay. I could tell lots of time and thought went into creating the drinks, but the overall experience and execution was a tad disappointing. I also thought it would be more space-themed but it's more vintage with a splash of some space stuff. It's a cool place if you want to get unique drinks in a friend setting and don't mind waiting a while between drinks, but maybe skip it if you're looking for a place to celebrate an anniversary. I'm used to speakeasies being quite attentive and this place left us feeling a little neglected so we left earlier than expected.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 3
Food & drink: My husband ordered the Espresso Tonic & it was perfection. The foam was the ideal consistency so each sip had both foam & drink, never overpowering or messy. I tried the Angel Face, which was a bit more spirit-forward than I usually go for, but still balanced & beautifully made. We also grabbed an order of olives as a late-night snack, & they were fresh, briny, & the perfect little bite to accompany our drinks.
Service: The service was exceptional from start to finish. Our bartender/server took the time to walk us through the cocktail menu in detail, breaking down each ingredient & flavor profile so we felt confident in our choices, even with such a bold & adventurous menu. She truly made the experience memorable with her warmth & knowledge.
Ambiance & Vibe:
This is a true speakeasy vibe–small, intimate, & lively. The size of the space means you can hear every conversation around you, which adds to the energy but could feel loud if you’re looking for something quiet. The lighting & cozy décor make it feel like a tucked-away find. Tip: bring a sweater, as it does run on the chilly side!
Value & Price Point:
For craft cocktails, the prices are exactly what you’d expect..& honestly, the level of service & quality made it feel like a bargain.
Overall Impression & Tips:
A hidden gem for anyone who loves a good cocktail adventure. Come ready to try something new, ask questions, & trust the bartender’s recommendations..you’ll be glad you did. Perfect for a date night or a casual nightcap after dinner.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Incredible hidden speakeasy in OC. Went here with a friend to catch up and the atmosphere is divine. It’s cozy but elegant, and has a very curated astronaut theme. Waiters are incredibly knowledgeable and you can feel the passion they have for cocktails. Mocktail of juniper and tonic - transported. Ice cubes are fun squares and we loved the glassware. Fresh sourdough with salty butter just icing on the cake! Place is tiny so reservation key. Worth the planning.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Despite the small space, the staff is incredibly kind and helpful. The interior is dimly lit, yet the decor is lovely. The drinks we tried from their incentive assortments takes on traditional cocktails were brilliant. Highly recommend this place.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Very friendly staff and creative cocktails. An excellent speakeasy style bar.
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
came here with my friend on a saturday night and we adored it! lily, adam, patrick, and alex were brilliant bartenders and conversationalists. we sat barside and had such a great time. their seasonal cocktail menu was amazing — everything was very carefully concocted and super complex. it was clear that they’d put a lot of thought into the flavors + textures of every drink on the menu. a little sad that we didn’t get to try the bread + butter, but i’m pretty certain we’ll be back sooner or later :)
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Cozy and intimate with great cocktails!
Location is inside the Church’s chicken.
This place is absolutely fantastic. The menu shows familiar drinks, but each of those is made uniquely with their own take on it. Every one we have tried has been fantastic. This is the best cocktail bar we have been to in OC.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Their drinks are super yummy. I really like the crusty bread with the rich butter. They were a nice combination with the tinned mussels. The lemon squeeze for those is optimal for taste.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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I've been wanting to try this place for a while. It's been open a little over a year. It's super tiny, but everyone who works here is very attentive and welcoming. It's dimly lit inside, but has cute decor. Since it's so small, it does get really LOUD. It's definitely a little difficult to find. It's located inside Dick Church's Restaurant. There's a back entrance through the outside patio but you can enter through the front of the restaurant as well. They offer some small snacks (nuts, olives, bread and butter, and some tinned mussels). This is definitely up and coming. They offer seasonal drinks and change up the menu. Currently they're serving up their spring menu.
Drink reviews:
Pink lady: (4/5) This was refreshing and super easy to drink! Honestly could drink 2-3 of these they're so tasty.
Blue lagoon: (4/5) This was also refreshing, you can definitely taste the citrus in it, lychee was a nice but subtle touch.
Vieux Carré: (5/5) This was delicious! Similar to an old fashioned but aromatics and apple flavor. I could drink these all night. It's strong.
Penicillin: (5/5) Mezcal and scotch drink. Definitely a sipper! It's delicious though.
Old fashioned: (5/5) Can't go wrong with the classic. It was strong and smooth.
Atmosphere: 4
Service: 5
These bartenders definitely know what they’re doing. Fun drinks well balanced and creative twists of the classics. Always a great time talking to the staff when we can sit at the bar. Thanks for the buzz!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The best bartenders... attentive, passionate, and informative. Snazzy little place!
Amazing cocktails and have been back multiple times. Love that they change the menu up.
A cozy speakeasy inside Dick Churches
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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