We went to dial 9 for restaurant week and got in around 930 when we were informed by our server that the kitchen was closed. The website advertises the normal kitchen is open until 10pm. The appetizers were fine and the cocktails were solid.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 5
Jewel Parris
Using the phone to find the clue to enter was a great experience. The food and drinks were delicious.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Karina Hubeny
The team at Dial 9 is amazing, the drinks are always spectacular. The menu is different and exciting from everything in town. We love the atmosphere and the people working behind the bar, Harrison always does an amazing job creating unique cocktails. A great new spot in town with speakeasy themes.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Eric Cotner
With the idea of having this place being a Prohibition Lounge I was expecting a different ambiance. Walking in the furniture and decor was fine but the music was entirely too loud and it didn't feel "Loungy" at all. I wanted to go into a relaxing environment not 75 Center. Our server was attentive and kind but when it came to drink selections they were pretty limited to what they have on menu. I asked if they could make drinks like a "Last Word" or a "Clover Club" which they did not know what they were and did not have the ingredients to make. Their drinks that were on the menu were good but with no prices on the drinks made it hard to understand what we were spending and when we received the bill we were shocked to see the prices so high. Overall the ambiance was definitely not fitting to the name, the prices were faaaar too expensive for the quality of drinks, although the server was very nice. That being said unless their menu changes, they get more ingredients to broaden their drink selections and perhaps eliminate touch tunes to allow for music to be more low key I won't be visiting again
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 4
Thuy-Linh Phan
Went here as an afterparty as recommended by our bartender and I will have to say that this place is exquisitely decorated with a modern twist. I did not get a chance to have food here since we went here for cocktails and drinks. I got a butterfly pea cocktail with lemon juice that changes color. In terms of presentation, for a themed bar I would expect a higher level of presentation and aesthetics for the cocktails. In order to stand out in terms of prohibition era speakeasy spots it holds its own but needs a bit more distinction. The drinks are quite pricey and I get that it is for the ambiance, but I’ve seen this theme done more cohesively at other speakeasy style bars even around Connecticut. Will need to come back during the day or for dinner service to get a full perspective.
Atmosphere: 4
Service: 4
andrea kula
Good food and friendly staff with great recommendations
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Chelsea Kent
Absolutely phenomenal experience at Dial 9 Prohibition Lounge! From the moment we stepped in, we were transported back to the roaring twenties with an atmosphere that was meticulously curated to perfection. Every detail, from the decor to the ambiance, truly captured the essence of the era.Emily, our server, was an absolute delight! Her warmth and professionalism added an extra layer of enjoyment to our evening. She was attentive, knowledgeable, and went above and beyond to ensure that our experience was nothing short of extraordinary.And let's talk about the drinks – they were simply divine! Each sip was a flavorful journey that left us craving more. The mixologists at Dial 9 are true artists, crafting concoctions that tantalize the taste buds and leave you wanting to explore their entire menu.If you're looking for a one-of-a-kind night out filled with charm, sophistication, and exceptional service, look no further than Dial 9 Prohibition Lounge. A must-visit destination for anyone seeking a memorable and immersive experience. Can't wait to return for another unforgettable evening
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Mike Corley
Prices are not listed on the menu. Drinks are wildly overpriced. Would not recommend.
Taylor Deegan
Wow!!! Cocktails, Food, Service, Decor.... Absolutely incredible experience from start to finish every time. 10/10 HIGHLY
Only had drinks... fun bar with neat atmosphere. Mixed drinks are a bit pricey.
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Katarzyna Tylicka
Definitely one of my favorite spots in Southington. Atmosphere is great and service is fantastic!! Drinks and food are always on point! Highly recommend ?
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
John Piazza
Well, if you've never been to a speakeasy before this would be a great one to start with. That way, you can set the bar nice and low. And you'll want to do that soon, because this place won't last long."Dial 9" get's it's name from the idea that during the prohibition you'd have to enter a specific number into a phone, and a gentleman on the other side would answer and let you in.They delivered on this concept effortlessly. Literally with no effort. It's not a phone, but a pin lock you're meant to dial 9 into, in a room full of phones. And it wasn't even locked, so just touching the number pad, or any point of the secret door was enough to open it, so was a strong gust of wind.While failing to meet expectations here, I will say the environment inside is definitely ambient, the tacky cheap floor tile used as a backsplash for the bar clashes with it all though.The food bites. I arrived 3 days after Valentines day when they were still running their 5 course Valentines Special. I'm a huge lamb lover and they had an item that looked delicious on the special. It was $50/person, and you could only get this special if both people committed so $100, and if you wanted the drinks with it $160. I asked for just that menu, offered to pay $50 for it alone, the chef said no. I'm not going to talk about what's good business and what's bad business; I did however find it rude that he denied me to pay for 1 plate for a 5 course meal simply because I wouldn't purchase more food off an aging specials menu I wouldn't eat he was shuttling free samples to a buddy of his at the bar.What really sucked though, was the overpriced lamb alternative, that comes with KETCHUP. Yuck. This tease with the lamb on the special menu vs what I had to settle for made this lamb dish all the less appetizing.Or maybe it was the cross contamination (I suspect) with the shellfish that was served to another guest just before me, I'm allergic. I can't tell if it was worse going down or up.Don't get me started on the $16 dry disgusting corn tamale the chef had no business making, or charging that price for.The saving grace was the bartender, a round faced young gentleman who was very pleasant, and made killer drinks.If you're only going for drinks and don't mind the ambiance fee, this is a great place for that.I wouldn't return here though unless someone else was literally paying for everything, including my Uber.No one asked, but here's my advice... Dial it down with the variety, focus on something more simple that you can cook well. Also I have no Idea why the back door kept opening, but it seems like people we're going out there to maybe throw something out or to get something? The outside shouldn't be involved in your indoor restaurant. The kitchen is in disarray and it's evident.I really wanted to give service 5 stars for the bartender/server I had but the chef's antics really held me back.By the way chef, in case no one ever told you, you look like Horst from Ratatouille, but he aged well.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 1
Service: 3
Kimberly DeMarino
The kindest and most caring service! The food is amazing! Highly recommend this one of a kind speakeasy!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Teresa Spain
I would give them zero stars if I could. Had a reservation for 8 on Valentines Day for 7pm and we were told there would be a wait due to a problem with their reservation system. We still weren’t seated by 8:20 pm. We were there to see our musician friends perform so we stuck around. We spoke to a manager and asked to be comped for our drinks or at least one drink for our wait. She refused. The worst part was that there were two unoccupied tables when we left. Totally unacceptable on every level.
Nice atmosphere, good drinks
Will be back
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
We went to dial 9 for restaurant week and got in around 930 when we were informed by our server that the kitchen was closed. The website advertises the normal kitchen is open until 10pm. The appetizers were fine and the cocktails were solid.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 5
Using the phone to find the clue to enter was a great experience. The food and drinks were delicious.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The team at Dial 9 is amazing, the drinks are always spectacular. The menu is different and exciting from everything in town. We love the atmosphere and the people working behind the bar, Harrison always does an amazing job creating unique cocktails. A great new spot in town with speakeasy themes.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
With the idea of having this place being a Prohibition Lounge I was expecting a different ambiance. Walking in the furniture and decor was fine but the music was entirely too loud and it didn't feel "Loungy" at all. I wanted to go into a relaxing environment not 75 Center. Our server was attentive and kind but when it came to drink selections they were pretty limited to what they have on menu. I asked if they could make drinks like a "Last Word" or a "Clover Club" which they did not know what they were and did not have the ingredients to make. Their drinks that were on the menu were good but with no prices on the drinks made it hard to understand what we were spending and when we received the bill we were shocked to see the prices so high. Overall the ambiance was definitely not fitting to the name, the prices were faaaar too expensive for the quality of drinks, although the server was very nice. That being said unless their menu changes, they get more ingredients to broaden their drink selections and perhaps eliminate touch tunes to allow for music to be more low key I won't be visiting again
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 4
Went here as an afterparty as recommended by our bartender and I will have to say that this place is exquisitely decorated with a modern twist. I did not get a chance to have food here since we went here for cocktails and drinks. I got a butterfly pea cocktail with lemon juice that changes color. In terms of presentation, for a themed bar I would expect a higher level of presentation and aesthetics for the cocktails. In order to stand out in terms of prohibition era speakeasy spots it holds its own but needs a bit more distinction. The drinks are quite pricey and I get that it is for the ambiance, but I’ve seen this theme done more cohesively at other speakeasy style bars even around Connecticut. Will need to come back during the day or for dinner service to get a full perspective.
Atmosphere: 4
Service: 4
Good food and friendly staff with great recommendations
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Absolutely phenomenal experience at Dial 9 Prohibition Lounge! From the moment we stepped in, we were transported back to the roaring twenties with an atmosphere that was meticulously curated to perfection. Every detail, from the decor to the ambiance, truly captured the essence of the era.Emily, our server, was an absolute delight! Her warmth and professionalism added an extra layer of enjoyment to our evening. She was attentive, knowledgeable, and went above and beyond to ensure that our experience was nothing short of extraordinary.And let's talk about the drinks – they were simply divine! Each sip was a flavorful journey that left us craving more. The mixologists at Dial 9 are true artists, crafting concoctions that tantalize the taste buds and leave you wanting to explore their entire menu.If you're looking for a one-of-a-kind night out filled with charm, sophistication, and exceptional service, look no further than Dial 9 Prohibition Lounge. A must-visit destination for anyone seeking a memorable and immersive experience. Can't wait to return for another unforgettable evening
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Prices are not listed on the menu. Drinks are wildly overpriced. Would not recommend.
Wow!!! Cocktails, Food, Service, Decor.... Absolutely incredible experience from start to finish every time. 10/10 HIGHLY
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Restaurantji Recommends
Only had drinks... fun bar with neat atmosphere. Mixed drinks are a bit pricey.
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Definitely one of my favorite spots in Southington. Atmosphere is great and service is fantastic!! Drinks and food are always on point! Highly recommend ?
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Well, if you've never been to a speakeasy before this would be a great one to start with. That way, you can set the bar nice and low. And you'll want to do that soon, because this place won't last long."Dial 9" get's it's name from the idea that during the prohibition you'd have to enter a specific number into a phone, and a gentleman on the other side would answer and let you in.They delivered on this concept effortlessly. Literally with no effort. It's not a phone, but a pin lock you're meant to dial 9 into, in a room full of phones. And it wasn't even locked, so just touching the number pad, or any point of the secret door was enough to open it, so was a strong gust of wind.While failing to meet expectations here, I will say the environment inside is definitely ambient, the tacky cheap floor tile used as a backsplash for the bar clashes with it all though.The food bites. I arrived 3 days after Valentines day when they were still running their 5 course Valentines Special. I'm a huge lamb lover and they had an item that looked delicious on the special. It was $50/person, and you could only get this special if both people committed so $100, and if you wanted the drinks with it $160. I asked for just that menu, offered to pay $50 for it alone, the chef said no. I'm not going to talk about what's good business and what's bad business; I did however find it rude that he denied me to pay for 1 plate for a 5 course meal simply because I wouldn't purchase more food off an aging specials menu I wouldn't eat he was shuttling free samples to a buddy of his at the bar.What really sucked though, was the overpriced lamb alternative, that comes with KETCHUP. Yuck. This tease with the lamb on the special menu vs what I had to settle for made this lamb dish all the less appetizing.Or maybe it was the cross contamination (I suspect) with the shellfish that was served to another guest just before me, I'm allergic. I can't tell if it was worse going down or up.Don't get me started on the $16 dry disgusting corn tamale the chef had no business making, or charging that price for.The saving grace was the bartender, a round faced young gentleman who was very pleasant, and made killer drinks.If you're only going for drinks and don't mind the ambiance fee, this is a great place for that.I wouldn't return here though unless someone else was literally paying for everything, including my Uber.No one asked, but here's my advice... Dial it down with the variety, focus on something more simple that you can cook well. Also I have no Idea why the back door kept opening, but it seems like people we're going out there to maybe throw something out or to get something? The outside shouldn't be involved in your indoor restaurant. The kitchen is in disarray and it's evident.I really wanted to give service 5 stars for the bartender/server I had but the chef's antics really held me back.By the way chef, in case no one ever told you, you look like Horst from Ratatouille, but he aged well.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 1
Service: 3
The kindest and most caring service! The food is amazing! Highly recommend this one of a kind speakeasy!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I would give them zero stars if I could. Had a reservation for 8 on Valentines Day for 7pm and we were told there would be a wait due to a problem with their reservation system. We still weren’t seated by 8:20 pm. We were there to see our musician friends perform so we stuck around. We spoke to a manager and asked to be comped for our drinks or at least one drink for our wait. She refused. The worst part was that there were two unoccupied tables when we left. Totally unacceptable on every level.
Service: 1
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