Maria and breezy are no lie / amazing. The bar staff is literally the best in the business. You will never wait for a drink or service. The staff is nothing short of perfect and you should never hesitate to spend your time here. read more

Great drinks and awesome atmosphere. I loved the authentic speakeasy feel and the staff made it super-fun.

Love this place. Checked it out Saturday. I was definitely feeling the vibes. The host was great being I didn't make a reservation in advance and he made room for me at the bar. Everyone was nice. Thanks to the waiter for the picture. Will be back definitely read more

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Was lucky enough to be invited to the sneak preview of the hotel's new speakeasy...honestly, I eat at the restaurant Siena Tuscan far too often. If you haven't tried their house made pasta...you're not living yet. Anyway, not to get side tracked, Dockum is seriously taking Wichita to new heights. While it's got some charm from the building's history of the first Civil Rights sit in, the place is throwing it back to the Dockum Drug Store history and as a giant nerd...gotta love that. Dockum hits all the right notes. Sexy vibe, good tunes, great cocktails, finger foods, and a beyond nice bartending staff that doesn't treat you wrong! Check out the Aviator cocktail for something light and refreshing or the negroni for something with a punch. Haven't checked out the wine or beer list, but I'm guessing it's just as great as the slung drinks. Feeling like reserving the bank vault for a birthday party may be in my future soon.... Good for dates, picking up dates, and a fun night with friends...come ready to throw a few bucks down to enjoy the finer side of life and prepare yourself to have an out of Wichita experience. read more

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My husband and I stopped in here tonight for after dinner cocktails before going home. It's in the basement under the Ambassador Hotel. It's set up to look like a 1920's speakeasy. The "host" met us at the door and asked if we had a reservation. We told him "No." He looked annoyed and flustered, looking down at his little tablet like we had just served up the biggest inconvenience possible in his little world. Please keep in mind this place was dead inside. Hardly anyone there and plenty of empty tables. It was like that the entire time we were there. He sat us at the bar. We decided to have one drink so we could say we tried it. My husband had the Singing Canary and I had the El Kabong. Both were really good. The El Kabong had Cajun seasoning and jalapeño in it. Definitely unique but very good. I wish I could say we will be back but I don't know. The host was very off putting so we'll see. read more

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Loved the atmosphere of the bar. It was fun to "find". Unfortunately, my guests and I had a unpleasant experience. Our server was incredibly slow and only checked on us once during almost 2 hours we were there. We had to hunt down other servers to order food and a second round of drinks. We had food we didn't order delivered to our table. Overall it wasn't the service we expected when paying $15 a drink. Fun place to try once but we won't return. read more

When I was planning a visit to Dockum during their opening night, the only other speakeasy I had been to and that I could compare it with, was the swanky and upscale The Violet Hour in Chicago. Not necessarily a fair comparison, since TVH is a speakeasy veteran and among the top ten bars of the Windy City. The Dockum may not be as swanky, spacious and lavish as TVH, with its cozy space, unpretentious furniture and unfinished brick walls; but that doesn't make it inferior to TVH in any manner. Au contraire, it's quality of drinks, polite (read: non-arrogant) service and legitimate Prohibition-style ambiance more than makes up for the lack of grandeur that is displayed by TVH. The Dockum Apothecary is a breath of fresh air for Wichita which, with its abundance of sporty and country-style watering holes, has been lacking an assortment of upscale, classy bars for the elite crowd. A speakeasy couldn't have done any better in filling that void. As for the drinks, I had the El Kabong, a relishing and well-made twist on the average piña colada. We will be coming back. read more

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Come for the hand crafted cocktails and stay for the ambiance. The bartender was a pleasure to talk to and she was the master of her craft. My only regret--I couldn't stay longer. read more

Love this place! The ambiance and drinks are to die for!! It's a great atmosphere and everyone is so nice.

I was not staying at the Ambassador but decided to trek through the hotel down to the basement to find the cocktail bar. Very dim, cool atmosphere with a distinct smell almost like you're walking into what I imagine a speakeasy from the 1920s smell. I enjoyed the smell. I ordered the Dizzy Dame which was wonderful and was discounted from $12 to $10 during happy hour from 6-8pm. I also ordered Oaxaca Shiloh discounted from $24 to $12 on HH. Definitely crafted to perfection. I would definitely come back. read more

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I tried this place after a girl on my plane recommended it. It's great for after dinner drinks or just cocktails and live music. I went on a Thursday, and there was a guy there playing some 90's throwbacks. You definitely get the speakeasy vibe, and there's plenty of comfy places to sit. I had to try one of the smoky Manhattan's - it did not disappoint!! Highly recommend this place for locals or fellow travelers just passing through. read more

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We come here whenever a friend has a gig. Service is usually fast unless they're really busy. Even then, they are polite and friendly. Always enjoy coming here. read more

What a charming and unexpected little bar! In Wichita Kansas, who knew? It's a lower level (basement level) style of bar, that's meant to feel like a speakeasy. The lighting is dim with candles everywhere and dark wood accents. The ambiance is sexy and sophisticated with a beautiful bar. Excellent date spot! There's craft cocktails that are as high as 15$ and there's beer and simple drinks, like the Gin and Tonic that will only run you about 8$. I had the Old Fashioned and it was the best I've had in months! Absolutely delicious, perfectly balanced. It only ran me 10$ and that was with quality bourbon. In fact , All of the booze they use here are quality and the ingredients for the drinks are also top. Bonus points for a super friendly bartender with a killer waxed mustache! Sometimes, with bars like these your not sure how your bartenders will be but the staff here was so friendly and the bartender took pride in his craft and was especially helpful. Cheers to that Old Fashioned...delicious. read more

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We had reservations for four at Dockum on a Saturday evening with plans to spend several hours conversing and having drinks with friends. Unfortunately, the service could not have been worse. After getting an initial drink, our waitress never once came back to check on us. After having nothing to drink for an extended period of time we finally waved her down and asked for another round of drinks. After waiting probably a half hour with no drink in sight, I waved down our waitress again to tell her we wanted to tab out. She strangely asked "did you not get your drinks"? We left for a different business that was interested in taking our money and serving us drinks. We will never venture into that club again! read more

It should be no surprise that the city's most forward-thinking restaurant opened up the city's only speakeasy: craft cocktails are the next frontier after craft beer, and it takes an ambitious and talented group of people to put together a menu that can demonstrate the beauty and finesse of hard liquors in a city that still largely sticks to beer or mixers. What's the difference between the downstairs bar and the one in Siena? I think the ambiance plays a large part - the bar at Siena can get loud and crowded at its busiest times, and while Dockum can also be a little lively when at capacity, the tables are spaced a little further apart and there's chairs and couches to help facilitate better conversation. I'm don't like paying for atmosphere when it comes to restaurants, but I'm a little more forgiving when it comes to bars, because the drinks and atmosphere are really the only reasons I don't sit at home and drink alone. The drinks downstairs tend to be stronger, too, which comes along with an increase in price. I think the $10-12 cocktails are worth it for the amount of alcohol you get, which is to say that you will be inebriated after your second drink and pretty blasted by your third. They abide well to the doctor's mantra of "take two and call me in the morning." If there's any complaint to be hard, it's the same one that exists at many craft cocktail bars of this ilk: it's difficult to determine the flavor profile of the drink by looking at the list of ingredients. Someone like my drinking companion who wants a sweeter drink, for instance, might look at The Slammer with its three types of rums, simple syrup, and ginger beer and expect something sweeter than the well-balanced take on the tiki drink that's delivered. The Duke of Earl, with gin, cynar, lemon, honey, and Earl Grey was much more her cup of tea. And the El Kabong, with coconut rum, pineapple juice, and Coco Lopez, was a beach in a glass. We could have alleviated this confusion by just talking to our server and getting some hints. If you're lucky enough to sit at the bar on a slow night and chat up the bartenders, they may just ask you what you like and make a drink off the cuff. As for me, I really liked the surgeon general - it's fun to sit at the bar and watch them light a little fire to smoke the gimlet. The relative simplicity of the ingredients - anejo tequila, chile shrub, and lemon juice - allows the drinker to focus on the details, like how the barrel aging on the agave, the textural heightening provided by the egg white, or the added complexity of the smoke adds to the final drink. The watermelon margarita does a good job of balancing sweet and salty amid the familiar tequila background. It's a pleasure to just pick something from the list of drinks and see what happens. I've had the majority of them at this point and they're all knockouts. My first visit to Dockum was at 8:30 on a Friday and I was turned away at the door because they were at capacity - surprising for a bar that is still a mile away in either direction from the more populated drinking areas in Old Town or Delano, and a promising indicator that Wichita is willing to support a concept like this. You can make reservations on OpenTable to secure a seat, and you can hop on the Q trolley to get to the Ambassador without having to walk or drive from wherever else your Friday night might take you. It may not be the type of place where everyone can afford to drink on a regular basis, but it's worth seeing the type of wizardry that can be accomplished at a bar that respects their spirits and goes several steps beyond mixing them with seltzer or Red Bull.. read more

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Was completely disappointed in this place. Came in with a wedding party after the reception and was immediately screened and asked if anyone had consumed more than 4 drinks that day and if so, they wouldn't be allowed. They refused to serve one of the people at our table because he looked like he had. I'm definitely an advocate for safe drinking and the annoying drunk person is never good but this was not the case. He was not loud and definitely not stumbling and for them to stereotype was ridiculous. So if you go, don't laugh as they might consider you drunk. Prices are ridiculous for a mediocre drink and crappy service. Wouldn't go back if someone paid me. read more

I stumbled upon Dockum Apothecary my first night at the Ambassador Hotel. Checking in late, I asked the front desk if it was possible to get a cocktail as Siena, the main dining room and bar already had closed. She quietly directed me down to the basement to the speakeasy. This place is truly a hidden gem. (literally) Tucked away in the basement of the Ambassador, behind a wooden door, is a Prohibition-era speakeasy. Dockum's atmosphere is dark and sexy. Exposed bricks, ducts, flickering candles and even a bank vault adorn this hidden watering hole. I went with the barrel-aged Manhattan and the Smoking Cody both of which were outstanding. Every cocktail on the menu is handcrafted with utmost care. The service was outstanding as well. Duckum has just made the ranks of one of my favorite bars. read more

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Amazing speakeasy! Good live music, great drinks! Definitely a reason to return to Wichita!

I so wanted to love this place.. speakeasy bars/loungesare such a treat. Having been to speakeasies all over the world, I was so excited to find one in ICT.. great decor, perfect ambiance, good drinks.. however... The place was pretty dead maybe 10-12 people including our party of 5.. Great service on getting first round of drinks.. then after having empty drinks for 20 min and trying to get waitress attention, went to bar to just order 2nd round drinks ourselves.. then service completely disappeared, 1 other party of 5+ came in but that was it the place was not packed, the 2 waitresses were just hanging around the bar.. So as much as I loved the idea of this place the service was awful. To be somewhere on a Friday night that is dead and sit there for nearly 2 hours for 2 drinks is not acceptable. Perhaps sit at the bar next time read more

We checked this out while in Wichita over the Memorial Day weekend! The ambience was fantastic! You really felt like you were going back in time! The drink were unusual and tasty! read more

Wonderful old-world speakeasy. Difficult to find. Reminds me a bit of Burger Joint hidden in the Le Parker Meridien in NYC. Creative cocktails, good music, overstuffed leather couches. What's not to like? read more

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We went to the bar. They had a band playing with a singer named Samantha Melillo. Her band was amazing. The drinks were great. If she's ever playing again I'm going back. Highly recommend this joint. read more

My husband and I came here looking for a nice atmosphere and good drinks after catching a movie. From atmosphere, to drinks, to presentation, Dockum was everything I hoped for. First, it's in the basement of the Ambassador Hotel. We weren't really sure where it was since we'd heard about it from a friend, so we asked the host at the Siena Tuscan Steakhouse and he kindly directed us. This "speakeasy" lives up to the name, even boasting a little "secret password window" on the door. (You can just go in, no password needed!) Once inside, you're greeted by calming early 20th-century style lighting, oil candles on each table, and dark paint, all of which lends to a mysterious feel. The drink menu contained some interesting cocktails; I tried one which used, I believe, an Earl Grey infused gin. It did not disappoint. My husband opted for a twist on the traditional Manhattan cocktail, which he also thoroughly enjoyed. No doubt about it - we will be back. read more

Very cool atmosphere and great cocktails. I think it would have been better had it not been a Monday night. The place was dead, the staff was not very friendly and 2 mid price drinks cost me $30+ That being said, I will go back when I'm back in town as it would be a great place for a few Pre-dinner drinks before a business dinner. read more

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I love this place! The chill vibe, the menu, the glassware for the drinks, the 'uniforms' for the staff, and the interior decor all transport me to another place and time. It's a nice change of pace in a city full of sports bars and dive bars. read more

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This place is great... Samantha is a great singer!!! She is wonderul, I will come back to hear her sing read more

It was a bit louder than one would expect of a speakeasy and the service was a bit slow, but the preservation board was delicious!

What a cool find! Stopped in Wichita overnight and fortunate enough to find this speak easy hidden in the basement of our hotel! Can't say enough about the service, the selection of creative hand crafted cocktails and the ambiance! We'll be back. read more

True craft cocktails with flair. Fabulous atmosphere and service! Drinks are spectacular and expertly crafted. You have to try the "Smoking Gun" cocktail. There is no other place in Wichita like it! read more

I concur with most of the reviews, this is a neat place to go for a drink at the end of the night. Extremely friendly staff and bartenders. Atmosphere is good for connecting with people in your group or with meeting other people. Cocktail list is flush with exotics and the regulars. read more

If I could give them 0 stars, I would. The staff was so rude and would make sky comments to us. I get that it's supposed to be a "speakeasy" but to a point it got ridiculous...it's wichita. The drinks are over priced. Would not recommend to anyone. read more

Great atmosphere! Ordered food from Siena Tuscan Steakhouse in the bar, perfect evening!

Had to come to Wichita for work and was so pleasantly surprised to find a swanky little place like this here. Very unexpected as it's unlike anything else there. My friends and I just got wine - it was good, the service was quick and friendly, and the atmosphere is fun. I'd definitely come back if I am ever in Wichita again. read more

Very neat bar in Wichita. Impressive decor and drinks. Love taking guests here! In the basement of the hotel so ask for directions

The atmosphere was spectacular. I loved the music. The drinks were great. Definitely worth a trip.

The staff was amazing. I have no idea what some others experienced. Fantastic atmosphere, great classic drinks. Fun place to relax with decent jazz music soundtrack. Avoid if you are a drunk loud party group. Highly recommended to give it a try yourself. read more

This is in my opinion one of the best bars in Wichita. I ordered a boulevardier and it's probably the best I've ever ordered and I've been to several cocktail bars in the country. Their chicken wings and fries appetizer was superb. Every waitress was experienced, professional, and created a fun and exciting environment. If possible try to sit at the bar. You will be mesmerized by everything the bartender makes. I even ordered a complicated cocktail and the bartender without question even ran to the kitchen to see if they had a specific ingredient I requested. Disappointingly they didn't have it but I appreciated someone going above and beyond to fulfill my ridiculous request and perfecting their craft. I do suggest calling ahead to see if they accept walk ins because when we first went earlier in the evening we were turned away because it was so busy and only took reservations. If you are staying downtown especially at the ambassadors hotel I would highly recommend seeking the Dockum out. read more

It's a cool space but it was way too dark. I can understand the Speakeasy vibe, but my party's eyes were straining the entire time. The drinks were mediocre. Our waitress was nice but inattentive. It took three times asking for waters and twice asking for checks and it wasn't that busy. Cool place to come check out once, but don't need to go again. read more

Great place! There's nothing else like it in Wichita. It's a hidden gem, with a great New York City vibe.

Absolutely stellar experience. It might be the coolest place in Wichita. Delicious drinks and incredible atmosphere. Definitely recommend this place for all to come and have great conversations with wonderful ambience, and tasty drinks. read more