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    Anoka Hardware Store

    4.8 (77 reviews)
    Closed 4:00 pm - 11:00 PM
    Updated 3 months ago

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    What's the vibe?
    Upscale
    Live music
    Happy hour specials

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    Lindsey H.

    Perfectly executed speakeasy! Obsessed with the concept, the red light, the secret phrase, the amazing door/portal into cocktail heaven. Unreal drinks and lovely service. Cheers!

    Kripa M.

    This place is just absolutely amazing. My coworkers and I decided to check out this place before Christmas since it's all decked out for Christmas. The waiting area was decorated with a grinch theme. Looked absolutely amazing. We all got drinks and ordered a charcuterie board. Everyone enjoyed their drinks and the charcuterie board was enjoyed by all. It's for sure a must try place.

    Déjà J.

    I seen AHS on social media a few times and wanted to check it out. Reservations are HIGHLY recommended as it's a smaller more intimate speakeasy. They text you code word when you confirm your reservation which is a fun detail. The entry was decorated grinch theme which I thought was part of the speakeasy, super cute but when you enter its regular also really cute! Loved the decor overall. We ordered a few drinks - Marilyn's Nightcap, Breakfast at Tiffany's, The Red Light & White Russian w/ Love. All the drinks were really good and reasonably priced. Staff were nice and helpful! Overall the menu was fun, vibes were great. They do have a stage and looked like they setting up for live music as we were leaving.

    Debra G.

    Super cool space! Friendly staff and delicious drinks! Get reservations to see what you need to "buy" when you get there.

    Ashley L.

    This place is seriously awesome. From the outside, it looks like a regular old hardware store -- but once you're in, you realize it's actually a speakeasy bar, and a really cool one at that. The vibe is super chill and cozy, with a dark, moody atmosphere and a glowing green "Shhh..." sign that totally sets the tone. The ceiling is all tin and shiny, and the whole place just feels like a hidden gem. Drinks were amazing -- you can tell the bartenders know what they're doing. Super friendly staff, great music, and just an all-around fun, low-key spot to hang out. Definitely a cool twist for Anoka. Highly recommend if you're into unique spots with good drinks and good vibes.

    The Prince Symbol
    Alannah K.

    This is one of my favorite places in Anoka, hands down! The cocktails are fantastic. There are not many places around where you can order a cocktail like the ones served here! The Prince Symbol is my favorite (pictured). The inside is so cozy and inviting. I definitely recommend getting a reservation ahead of time. If you are looking for a fun night out - I definitely recommend the Anoka Hardware Store.

    Charlie P.

    This place is so cool. Tucked away with a red light like a true speakeasy and you are even given a secret code to enter. We used to live downtown and this truly feels like a fun downtown speakeasy bar. Very unique drinks. Expensive drink list, including other liquors. The bartenders are very well-versed and could come up with any drink that you like or giving them the type of vibe of drink and they can make it for you on the spot. The service was fast, very approachable. They have food options, but we did not try this. We are definitely coming back with friend!

    Victor M.

    We checked out this speak easy in anoka The Hardware Store. You make a reservation, then have a few hours to enjoy cocktails. You're notified about 10 to 15 minutes before the end of your reservation. You walk in through a door with a red light in an aly and are greeted by a small clerk at a front desk with a room adorned with various tools. Once you approach the clerk, you tell them the special order, and you're escorted to your seat beyond a passage. Once inside, you're greeted by musice and a relaxing ambiance that takes you back in time. You're seated, and you review your menu and order from people taking orders around the bar, and then your drink is delivered to you. They have a few snacks and a great charcuterie board. The service is second to none and very fast. The bartenders work thier magic to make your beverage and serve you at your table. Everyone is extremely friendly and helpful. Thank you staff for an amazing evening and we will be back. They have lots of swanky cocktails and an extensive whiskey list. There is a parking ramp a few hundred feet from the entrance. #anokamn #Minnesota #thehardwarestore

    Natalie W.

    I thought that this place was reservation only but we were in the area and figured we'd try and do a walk in. We got seated right away by a very nice man. Ordered a Marilyn's Nightcap, a White Russian with love and a smoked old fashioned. Everything was sooo good. There's a parking ramp right behind it with free parking. If you're in the anoka area I recommend checking this place out for a delicious cocktail. We got lucky but I recommend making a reservation.

    Entrance... passcode needed
    Eileen A.

    I love the ambience of the hardware store. It's so sexy.love the lighting. Service was great. Drinks were amazing!!

    Carmen L.

    Everything! Everything about this place is exactly as you've heard...fabulous! They did an awesome job accommodating our group of 10, the decor (Christmas) was delightful, and our drinks.... well, they're worth every penny.

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    Tippy P.

    This speakeasy bar is so cool. Reservation recommended, they will text you day of for confirmation and send your password once you arrive. The entrance is in the back alleyway and find the red light. Open the door and you come to what looks like a reception area with a bunch of tools on the wall. Behind the curtain is a sliding door that leads to the bar. We went on Thursday night and they had Thursday drink specials to choose from. Not many food options, we did order the charcuterie board. Order your drinks at the bar and pay at the bar. Definitely recommend checking this place out.

    Dons Old Fashioned
    Nikki B.

    Finally made a stop in a couple Wednesday nights ago, not long after 4:00 open! I had circled the block a few times, then continued straight on 2nd rather than turn on Jackson. There it was! The single red light above an alley door! Street parking was free, easy & close. Great, since it was a rainy night. I entered to a little lobby like area. Taising took my name and info since i told her i didnt have a reservation. Appreciative that there were several chairs so I could sit before I was allowed to go back. Someone arrived to lead me back to my seat at the end of the bar. I enjoyed looking around as we made our way. Once seated at the bar I was given a cocktail menu booklet. Taising appeared again to let me know i had about 90 minutes before i would have to leave. I asked her how much notice would i be given, so i dont order a drink? Taising said she'd notify me about 30 minutes prior. What i really liked is you have to pay for each drink, no running tabs. I didnt ask their reasoning but i liked it from the perspective of knowing what you're spending. I was seated at the end of the bar so bartender Tacy was right there, I took advantage and chatted him up. It was Whiskey Wednesday night so I of course opted for an Old Fashioned! The featured whiskey was one I'd never heard of, Angels Envy, but trusted that it was a good one if they were featuring it... I wasn't wrong. After my Old Fashioned I chatted up Claudia behind the bar, she deemed the Uncle Eddie's Egg Nog her go-to, so I ordered one. Whoa!! I told Claudia; well I think that's better than an Old Fashioned, whoa!!! I decided to do one last cocktail before I called it a night...consulting Mo and Tacy I opted for the Dons Old Fashioned. Thanks Anoka Hardware Store for a delicious evening and a really fun and informative evening @ your speakeasy, cheers!

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    Awesome service and concept! Great drink selection a very cool environment. I tried the old fashioned sampler and each one was terrific!

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    The ambiance was cozy and device amazing! We loved it and the drinks were fabulous! Will definitely be back!

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    3 years ago

    It was great, friendly staff. Unfortunately reservations are very short, but overall a good experience!

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    Awesome patio and the speakeasy was great too! Go early for the live music. Waitstaff was fun and everything was reasonable

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    Great bartenders, Wednesday $6 old fashions is where it's at. Band is a good vibe and cool environment.

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    This place is awesome right away at the front door when being greeted! Looking for a new tool but got so much more.

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    I loved it and love the tools. They have good guarding. They have nice assortment of things!

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    I love this bar is has fun and ambiance of the era and good food and drinks. The bands are great! It is just a good time!

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    Jason has worked to set a great atmosphere, with talented mixologists, to deliver an experience.

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    It was a fun place, exciting and different. The drinks were great and the hosts were friendly. I would definitely go there again.

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    Just love this establishment! Staff and cocktails are great with a perfect speakeasy ambiance.

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    Does it have food?

    No, just finger snacks and strong drinks

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    Nucky's Speakeasy - Spinach artichoke dip with a generous amount of bread slices - so good!

    Nucky's Speakeasy

    4.1(30 reviews)
    0.1 mi

    We started with dinner upstairs in the supper club. It was delicious! We especially loved the…read moreswordfish and our tiramisu. The restaurant is a renovated post office building and has a lot of ambiance. The servers were friendly and food came out quickly. Great service, great dinner. We headed downstairs to the speakeasy for a drink after dinner and it was a fun vibe. Neither of us were drinking (dry January) and I was disappointed to see they had no mocktail offerings! The waitress said they could try to make us something without the alcohol, but my drink was nasty. It's 2026, time to add mocktails to your menu!!!!

    If you're looking for a fun experience at a super cool speakeasy, you need to visit this place! We…read morewere out to celebrate our friend's birthday and decided to go check it out. You enter through a red door and buzz for the "postmaster". Once you give the password, you enter another room and it's like you've stepped into the 1920's era - so cool. The servers were so attentive, fun and dressed in '20's attire. The cocktails were delightful and the appetizers flavorful and tasty! There was live entertainment that night and it was a performance by Gary LaRue. He was spectacular! Such a great entertainer and wonderful singer! We met the co-owner and she was great! I can't say enough about this place! We loved it and will definitely be back!

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    Nucky's Speakeasy - Spinach artichoke dip

    Spinach artichoke dip

    Nucky's Speakeasy - Truffle Fries! So yummy!

    Truffle Fries! So yummy!

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    The Velveteen Speakeasy - Speakeasy Views

    The Velveteen Speakeasy

    4.1(116 reviews)
    30.0 mi
    $$$

    Tucked away in the most unsuspecting spot, this is one of the hidden gems of Stillwater!…read more Plenty of street parking available outside or paid lot access across the street, sneak into the door and travel down to a whole underground speakeasy! The bartenders and servers keep the theme front and center in this prohibition-era spot! Plenty of comfy couches and seating arrangements to support small to medium groups! Cocktail menu has the classics and inventive new takes! Haven't had a bad drink from this spot in many a visit! Can't wait to see what they mix up next!

    On a beautiful day, we decided to make a stop for cocktails at The Velveteen. Upon arriving, we…read moreentered the door and descended dimly lit stairs, then passed through a stone hallway to reach the entrance. The wait at the table was longer than we anticipated but luckily for us, there were some bar seats available. The bartender at the moment was Cameron. He gave us the rundown on the food and drinks and made several recommendations. We started off the evening with the Don Corlone. It was very tasty and also an Andorran Martini. Both drinks were delightful and were semi-sweet but not too sweet. The mixture of the Don Corlione had a perfect blend of citrus and sweetness. We then ordered the pastry puff poppers and they were amazing. The sauce complemented the pastry puffs and the filling left you wanting more. To finish the night we ordered tiramisu, cheesecake, and some bubbles. Thank you Cameron for the amazing service and experience we hope to be back again soon.

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    The Velveteen Speakeasy - Incredible Bruschetta \

    Incredible Bruschetta \

    The Velveteen Speakeasy
    The Velveteen Speakeasy - $13 Smokey Robinson

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    Flora Room - French Fries

    Flora Room

    4.4(103 reviews)
    15.8 miNorth Loop

    Wonderful, intimate spot in Minneapolis. On our last night before returning home, Flora Room seemed…read moreas if it would fit the bill for our cocktail fix. Relatively easy to find, though you do have to hunt a little bit, Flora Room sits behind a nondescript metal door leading down a short hallway to the entrance. Take a long moment to allow your eyes to adjust if you're coming before sunset; this space is DARK. It's also perfect. Once your "night vision" kicks in you're surrounded by a nice bar, numerous bistro-style tables and booths. Candles adorn the tables creating a nice, cozy place to settle in for drinks. Once seated in comfortable chairs at a table, we were quickly greeted and provided with menus. The cocktail selection is relatively "small" but really nicely varied. Prices seemed a tad steep but frankly, given the quality of the drinks I'd say quite worth it. I started out with the Evita, a nice flavorful gin-base cocktail topped with a nice egg white foam. Very tasty. My wife opted for the Tapaculo, with gin, mezcal, pineapple, banana and bitters over ice. Also quite good. There are also bites available from the associated restaurant I can't recall the name of mine but I can say it was delicious. Bread-like bites with a really tasty dipping sauce. To close out the visit I selected Palo, a smoked aged rum cocktail that was really nice and rich. My wife chose the Nahualito with rum, walnut, amontillado and white chocolate. All should be on your radar. Flora Room really fit the bill for a nice, intimate speakeasy-style spot to spend time. Dark and cozy. Savory cocktails and friendly service will stand out and make you want to return. I know we'll seek it out if we return to Minneapolis again. I hope so.

    Wow, this place was cool!…read more The entry is pretty hidden and parking requires a bit of work unless you do valet. We went on a Saturday night, so we had to wait a bit in order to be seated. However, it was worth the wait for us. There is a dark moody vibe and while my group went in for drinks, there are also options for food. The place itself is pretty loud - both with music and talking, so maybe not the best location for a first date. The drinks are expensive, but the experience was worthwhile for us. I enjoyed the meditteránea. I'll very likely be back! What a neat spot.

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    Flora Room - Sao Paulo Girl cocktail

    Sao Paulo Girl cocktail

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    Evita cocktail

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    Rum Row Tiki Bar - "Years of Darkness" a rum version of an Old Fashioned

    Rum Row Tiki Bar

    3.5(26 reviews)
    28.0 mi

    Great ambience!! I came for a tropical themed party loved the vibe in the event space it connects…read moreto a long indoor patio area that has a fireplace! I think it was perfect during happy hour and then could turn off when the dancing started. Food: The jerk chicken egg rolls were huge and had great flavor. Also enjoyed the little sliders. The meat on the skewers was a super weird texture like almost a mushy bite maybe it was like a vegan meat I wasn't sure. The service at the bar was a bit slow at times there was two back there but the staff worked really hard at the end as the party went late and the staff was awesome cleaning up around us til the last minute so thanks for that!!! I liked the rum punch I had and the back space looked small but still fit a Photo Booth, the food table and dj table

    If you read the last part of my first review, you'll see that I unfortunately was afraid they…read morewould do exactly what they did. We went back today and while it was still good, definitely wasn't as good as it was last time. The jerk chicken plate removed the beans, changed the rice, and got rid of the sauce so it wasn't as good though it was a bit less dry than last time. They also removed the Ropa Vieja from the menu which was our favorite. My husband had the Cuban sandwich and was not impressed. The fries with it were good. The drinks were still great. Service was friendly but slow (drinks, food, and waitress all slow). Another in our party got the blackened salmon which was really good. Unfortunately, I was so nervous they would remove or change the menu to be worse, which is a common theme I've noticed with 4 different restaurants by these owners now, so I was so bummed to see that's exactly what happened. Such a cool vibe, great drinks, and a really cool new patio - but the food needs a bit of work - bring back the Ropa Vieja and the better jerk chicken!

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    Rum Row Tiki Bar
    Rum Row Tiki Bar
    Rum Row Tiki Bar

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    Anoka Hardware Store - cocktailbars - Updated September 2026

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