This was our first time visiting Hummingbird to Mars. We had heard from friends prior to going about how the place was set up. Our expectations were in line with how the restaurant runs. As a speakeasy, the focus is on the cocktails, which are made painstakingly by hand. Their preparation is true to historic standards and no detail is overlooked. The time it takes to receive your drinks might be a little longer than a traditional bar, but they are WELL WORTH IT. Regarding the ambience, the location mimics the experience one might have had 100 years ago during prohibition. Upon arrival, you ring a doorbell at an otherwise nondescript entryway where you are greeted by friendly staff who will escort you up a flight of candlelit stairs to your table. The location can accommodate a few dozen people so making reservations would be prudent. Once seated, you’ll be given an extensive drink menu from which you’ll certainly find a customized cocktail that will suit your taste. Our server was knowledgeable about the cocktails and helped us make educated choices with respect to food and drinks. Considering we went in December, an excellent Jazz trio literally drummed up the background music…jazz interpretations of Christmas classics, which everyone enjoyed. In a world of bland restaurant chains, this place stands out like a gem. You will not be disappointed.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Warm Olive Hummus Plate
Anna Holloway
Service was amazing, atmosphere was so cool
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
LaRon Carter
Nice intimate setting with a live band…the food and drinks were good, the staff was friendly and the service was on point…excellent vibes
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Violet Thomas
This was a beautiful place with beautiful people. The speak easy environment was classy and cozy.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Michael
Awesome speakeasy vibes with minimal marking at entry & 1920s style vibe inside. Once you make it inside, you're met with attentive staff and knowledgeable bartenders (explain what you like & they will try to create a cocktail for you on top of their list of creations) The little bit of food that I tried was great! I wish that I lived closer to come more often
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Sulagna Sen
My first time visiting a speakeasy in Wilmington and it was a cozy and comfy. Their drinks menu is pretty impressive. Service was kinda slow as there was just one server.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 4
Gavin Mullin
I love love love Hummingbird to Mars!! Whenever I have friends come to visit, this is my go to place! Amazing drinks and food, super friendly staff, and a chill vibe!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Erin Palagye
Great jazz band on Saturday night.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Warm Olive Hummus Plate
Nichole Haynes
Never again the portions are small and dry I got the curry goat no flavor no extra sauce on it rice and beans blah plantains no good! My mother go oxtails for 21 dollars that's insane we usually go to The Mayne Dish! their portion size is so worth it flavorful not dry like this!! Decided to order from here because it's closer never again I'll take the drive to elsmere! If my daughter didn't have to go to work I'd return this for a refund! Whoever gives this place 5stars obviously dk good food... Waste of my money!
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 1
Service: 4
Jonathan Fitzwater
I love the whole speakeasy vibe of this establishment. The food has been phenomenal every time. The whiskey and bourbon selection is great. The best thing about this place, though, is the mixed drinks. Top notch joint.
One of the best places to get a craft cocktail in Delaware. I love going on Friday nights when there is a live band
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Jess Zhang
This is the best speakeasy in Delaware! The atmosphere is there from the moment you enter the secret entrance, to the nightly live jazz performances. They offer a year round signature cocktail collection as well as rotating seasonal menus. There are food options as well.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Brett Morcom
Had some really great cocktails, amazing food and great service. Add some live music and you have the perfect night out.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
dana boy
I can't say enough about visiting tonight. Every cocktail was beyond
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Marty Watson
Amazing Jazz singer Miss K on third Saturday’s!And, that Espresso Martini!
This was our first time visiting Hummingbird to Mars. We had heard from friends prior to going about how the place was set up. Our expectations were in line with how the restaurant runs. As a speakeasy, the focus is on the cocktails, which are made painstakingly by hand. Their preparation is true to historic standards and no detail is overlooked. The time it takes to receive your drinks might be a little longer than a traditional bar, but they are WELL WORTH IT.
Regarding the ambience, the location mimics the experience one might have had 100 years ago during prohibition. Upon arrival, you ring a doorbell at an otherwise nondescript entryway where you are greeted by friendly staff who will escort you up a flight of candlelit stairs to your table. The location can accommodate a few dozen people so making reservations would be prudent.
Once seated, you’ll be given an extensive drink menu from which you’ll certainly find a customized cocktail that will suit your taste. Our server was knowledgeable about the cocktails and helped us make educated choices with respect to food and drinks.
Considering we went in December, an excellent Jazz trio literally drummed up the background music…jazz interpretations of Christmas classics, which everyone enjoyed.
In a world of bland restaurant chains, this place stands out like a gem. You will not be disappointed.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Warm Olive Hummus Plate
Service was amazing, atmosphere was so cool
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Nice intimate setting with a live band…the food and drinks were good, the staff was friendly and the service was on point…excellent vibes
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
This was a beautiful place with beautiful people. The speak easy environment was classy and cozy.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Awesome speakeasy vibes with minimal marking at entry & 1920s style vibe inside. Once you make it inside, you're met with attentive staff and knowledgeable bartenders (explain what you like & they will try to create a cocktail for you on top of their list of creations)
The little bit of food that I tried was great!
I wish that I lived closer to come more often
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
My first time visiting a speakeasy in Wilmington and it was a cozy and comfy. Their drinks menu is pretty impressive. Service was kinda slow as there was just one server.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 4
I love love love Hummingbird to Mars!! Whenever I have friends come to visit, this is my go to place! Amazing drinks and food, super friendly staff, and a chill vibe!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Great jazz band on Saturday night.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Warm Olive Hummus Plate
Never again the portions are small and dry I got the curry goat no flavor no extra sauce on it rice and beans blah plantains no good! My mother go oxtails for 21 dollars that's insane we usually go to The Mayne Dish! their portion size is so worth it flavorful not dry like this!! Decided to order from here because it's closer never again I'll take the drive to elsmere! If my daughter didn't have to go to work I'd return this for a refund! Whoever gives this place 5stars obviously dk good food... Waste of my money!
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 1
Service: 4
I love the whole speakeasy vibe of this establishment. The food has been phenomenal every time. The whiskey and bourbon selection is great. The best thing about this place, though, is the mixed drinks. Top notch joint.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Restaurantji Recommends
One of the best places to get a craft cocktail in Delaware. I love going on Friday nights when there is a live band
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
This is the best speakeasy in Delaware! The atmosphere is there from the moment you enter the secret entrance, to the nightly live jazz performances. They offer a year round signature cocktail collection as well as rotating seasonal menus. There are food options as well.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Had some really great cocktails, amazing food and great service. Add some live music and you have the perfect night out.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I can't say enough about visiting tonight. Every cocktail was beyond
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Amazing Jazz singer Miss K on third Saturday’s!And, that Espresso Martini!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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