Checked out Volstead on a Sunday night and was not disappointed. They were having swing Sunday and there was an instructor teaching swing dancing which was super cute there were quite a few couples participating to my surprise. The bar tenders were so friendly and had great suggestions. The swing night only lasted until 9 I believe then they play their regular music. Very fun night.
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Christine M
Amazing place! Such a unique place and the drink selection is out of this world! I loved the Dealers's Choice. Cody, the bartender, is one of the best! His Dealer Choices were spot on!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
SEEno Anson
Drinks with local active night life.
Atmosphere: 3
Service: 5
Maheen Kacia
Really nice and helpful staff. Best experience I’ve had in a long time.
Dionne “Missdrinks”
Love this place. Service is always great and the place has a chill vibe to it
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Austin
An excellent bar . Always a pleasure being here . Takes talent to make excellent drinks .
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Vanessa Kennedy
A great venue and I appreciate that they host events in their space! I took a swing dance lesson there recently and it was a lot of fun!!
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Josh Holland
Great place the drinks were great. The atmosphere was good as well.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Jason Dean
Great speak easy in the middle of downtown Jax.
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Kendall Barker
If you’re in Jacksonville and looking for a speakeasy that truly delivers on atmosphere, cocktails, and friendly hospitality, The Volstead is your spot.
From the moment you step inside, the dark, prohibition-era décor and laid-back vibe hit just right. It feels cozy, refined, and intentionally curated—a perfect place to relax and unwind.
But what really elevates this place are the people behind the bar. First off, Cody makes one hell of a spicy margarita—a bold, balanced masterpiece that consistently hits the sweet spot. There’s also James, who’s always fun and a total blast to chat with at the bar; every visit is energized by his great sense of humor. And then there’s Ms. Sunny, who lives up to her name: always radiant, welcoming, and bringing a warm beam of light to every guest’s experience. Not to mention all the other amazing bartenders who whip up handcrafted cocktails with curiosity and flair—you can tell this team cares deeply about their craft.
The cocktail menu ranges from modernized classics to adventurous originals crafted on the fly with fresh ingredients in house. Prices lean upscale, but that’s standard fare for a venue so conscious of quality—think refined mixology, not cheap booze.
Don’t sleep on their weekly events either—swing-dancing, jazz nights, DJs, you name it. The vibe is always just right.
All in all: The Volstead nails the speakeasy formula—mystique meets masterful cocktails and top-notch service. Whether you’re popping in before dinner or staying until close, Cody’s spicy margarita, James’s banter, and Sunny’s sunshine alone are worth it. Highly recommended!
Checked out Volstead on a Sunday night and was not disappointed. They were having swing Sunday and there was an instructor teaching swing dancing which was super cute there were quite a few couples participating to my surprise. The bar tenders were so friendly and had great suggestions. The swing night only lasted until 9 I believe then they play their regular music. Very fun night.
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Amazing place! Such a unique place and the drink selection is out of this world! I loved the Dealers's Choice. Cody, the bartender, is one of the best! His Dealer Choices were spot on!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Drinks with local active night life.
Atmosphere: 3
Service: 5
Really nice and helpful staff. Best experience I’ve had in a long time.
Love this place. Service is always great and the place has a chill vibe to it
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
An excellent bar . Always a pleasure being here . Takes talent to make excellent drinks .
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
A great venue and I appreciate that they host events in their space! I took a swing dance lesson there recently and it was a lot of fun!!
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Great place the drinks were great. The atmosphere was good as well.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Great speak easy in the middle of downtown Jax.
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
If you’re in Jacksonville and looking for a speakeasy that truly delivers on atmosphere, cocktails, and friendly hospitality, The Volstead is your spot.
From the moment you step inside, the dark, prohibition-era décor and laid-back vibe hit just right. It feels cozy, refined, and intentionally curated—a perfect place to relax and unwind.
But what really elevates this place are the people behind the bar. First off, Cody makes one hell of a spicy margarita—a bold, balanced masterpiece that consistently hits the sweet spot. There’s also James, who’s always fun and a total blast to chat with at the bar; every visit is energized by his great sense of humor. And then there’s Ms. Sunny, who lives up to her name: always radiant, welcoming, and bringing a warm beam of light to every guest’s experience. Not to mention all the other amazing bartenders who whip up handcrafted cocktails with curiosity and flair—you can tell this team cares deeply about their craft.
The cocktail menu ranges from modernized classics to adventurous originals crafted on the fly with fresh ingredients in house. Prices lean upscale, but that’s standard fare for a venue so conscious of quality—think refined mixology, not cheap booze.
Don’t sleep on their weekly events either—swing-dancing, jazz nights, DJs, you name it. The vibe is always just right.
All in all: The Volstead nails the speakeasy formula—mystique meets masterful cocktails and top-notch service. Whether you’re popping in before dinner or staying until close, Cody’s spicy margarita, James’s banter, and Sunny’s sunshine alone are worth it. Highly recommended!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Restaurantji Recommends
Great place to chill for the night
False advertisement not even open, do not go not even an open buisness!! Wasted money on my Uber for it to be closed and no sign!
Love this place there's a weird smell sometimes but the service is amazing
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
The pumpkin Espresso martini on nitro is 🔥🔥 10/10 recommend.
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Never even knew this hideaway existed. Glad our neighbor took us there. Super relaxed atmosphere with abundant drink menu
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Stir with Ice, Strain into Rocks Glass
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