You can't get in unless you know the password that is delivered via email when you are on the email list. We walked in said our password and they were 40 mins late on setting up on Saturday Halloween eve. Only servers can allow you in. Atmosphere is dungeon library with 1950s music. Drinks are $15-17 each. We ordered: - Grandma's Boy ($17): 3/5 similar to Old Fashioned. A very simple straight up old fashioned that didn't have much complexity. - The Last Barman Poet ($17): 3/5 tequila based sour. A bit savoury because of the spices. Not that complex either. Overall: Such as shame as the atmosphere is amazing. Compared to a lot of restaurants with cocktails, this one is pricier and less amazingly prepared. We were disappointed with the selections and that's why we only tried 2 and left. read more

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I've been to several speakeasys but having to present a password (that rotates) was definitely part of the fun. Overall a fun spot with a good drink menu, but the wait to get in was quite long (we were there around 10pm on a Thursday but didn't get downstairs until around 10:45). read more

This place is one awesome joint to visit. It's one thing to go to a speakeasy bar but another to actually live up to the speakeasy feel. You start off by being part of their mailing list where they will send occasional speakeasy passwords/phrases. When you enter Noble you quote the phrase and they will have you wait in the main bar until they are ready to bring you into the dungeon. Once ready they will bring you downstairs, down the tunnel and open a vault with a key. The vault becomes a secret bar with a library looking feel. Dark, intimate and cozy. Everything is old and antique. The drinks are amazing. The bartenders put special time and effort towards your drink. I watched the bartender smoke my Old Fashion with love. I would highly recommend visiting Noble and go nuts on their drinks. read more

Psst. Hey. Come closer. Are you a cop? No? Well, you look like a cop. Loosen that tie. Okay, you're all right. I wanna tell you about this place, this Speak. You know the dessert place on Barrington? It's under that. Underground. You need a password to enter, and if you don't know it, I'm not telling ya! If you're lookin' for unique, knock-you-back cocktails with complex flavours, then you'd best try Noble. At $12-$16 each drink, it ain't cheap. But if you're looking for an experience and you know what a real cocktail is (hold the pop, actually TASTE the booze) they're completely worth it. You never know if you're going to be able to get in, as there's no way to scope it out, and people leaving get escorted out the back way. Next time you're looking for a special occasion drink, try this Noble experiment. But don't tell nobody I sent ya. read more

In a student town like Halifax (and when I was a tad younger), 'getting in to a bar' discussions usually revolved around fake IDs, avoiding cover, and displaying as much sobriety as possible when you pre-loaded at a party. With those days pretty far behind me, the idea that a bar in Halifax has a password, made Noble seem all the more interesting. Keen to stop in and sample the notorious cocktails, we secured the fortune cookie-like password and trotted off to the Middle Spoon to utter the magic phrase... POOF! And we were in. Upon first impression, Noble is an intimate space - fairly small with dark corners, good spacing between tables, character finishes, and a cohesiveness in the look and small touches that makes you think someone's vision has truly come alive. The Cocktail menu is extensive, but not overwhelming, and the descriptions are thorough. I ordered a Bearcat, which was phenomenal, while some of the drinks at our table were a bit overpowering for my taste. To give you an example, a friend had a tequila based cocktail that pretty much tasted like a shot of tequila. But it was fun to sample a few concoctions and for next time, I will know what to re-order. All and all, I would certainly revisit Noble for a cocktail or two. From my experience, the atmosphere lends itself to quieter conversation, or drinks with friends, and doesn't seem to be a place to mix and mingle with those outside your original table. Oh, and only one door in and out, folks... So for those who suffer from claustrophobia, perhaps you'll want to avoid this Halifax gem. read more

One of the best finds in Halifax! I have had a lot of drinks in a lot of different places throughout the world and Noble is at the top. Frank Sinatra playing in the background and drink made by the friendliest bar staff I have ever come across - Hillary, Julia...all of them. The owner, Lacey, is a fantastic hostess. And they will make experimental drinks as well. If you can get the password to get in, I suggest giving it a try. Thanks! Air Boss, IKE read more

Is the cactus light on in the Middle Spoon window? Yes? Good. One of the most unique bars in the city is open. Noble is buried deep underneath the popular dessert bar, and is best known for the password system used to gain access. Being led through the underground tunnels is undeniably cool and when the door is open and Noble's gorgeous 1920's decor is revealed to you for the first, second, even fifteenth time, you WILL feel like a celebrity. Bask in it. Savour the magic. And then admire the hell outta that place because, My God, does it deserve it! I won't say much about the specifics. It really is better the less you know. But bring your credit cards and/or make sure your billfold is full because these drinks are not cheap. Nor should they be. The time and care it takes to make them, let alone the amount of liquor in each one, makes them more than worth it. Don't be expecting a menu of sweets to go along with the drinks here either. That's for upstairs. Down in Noble, the savoury rules, each plate just large enough to satisfy the hunger cravings that may strike after the third or so drink. Find out how to get into Noble, and then go. Put on something fancy and treat yourself to a dining experience that goes far beyond just that of taste. read more

Ohh laa laa. A speakeasy. You have to know the secret password, which happened to be a really long phrase. This speakeasy is not easy to find. You need to enter the Middle Spoon, and I would recommend getting some delicious drinks (hint hint: adult hot chocolate) and amazing desert. Then make your way down to Noble. You will need someone to lead you to Noble as you have to go through a series of passageways downstairs to get to Noble. Noble is a really cute bar lined with book shelves, and is dimly lit. The drinks are not cheap but they are STRONG and worth the price. I believe there are 3-4 oz of alcohol in each drink. I had the Halifax cocktail which came in a grandma like looking flowery glass, the drink was delicious. They also have food, so if you are having too much alcohol, you should definitely order food. I can't wait to come back! read more

"Password?" "Caput Draconis" *opens door to reveal the mystery and secrecy* But hey! This isn't only in the Harry Potter movies; where you need a password to get into a super-secret place that only few know about. Nope. If you are lucky enough to obtain the password, you can enter the Noble through the Spoonerie. What's different between the two places? Well for one, the Spoonerie serves 95% desserts & mixed drinks. Whilst the Noble... is mostly mixed drinks but with much more liquor. TIP: You can order Spoonerie desserts while you are in the Noble TIP 2: You CAN'T order Spoonerie cocktails however. My table ordered a platter which came with hummus, bread, olives & brie cheese. It was delicious but it was a whopping $12 for a small portion. Then the drinks... some of them were $22! For one! My table didn't thoroughly enjoy our drinks to be honest and the price tag definitely didn't help. The waitress was super nice and they always came around to fill our goblets with water. So what's my final thought on the Noble? A definite must-go in your lifetime... but not a spot I will go over and over again. read more

When someone tells you there is a new speak easy underneath the Middle Spoon, that you need a password to get into, and they have a gigantic cocktail menu, you don't ask questions. You say "I want to go to there." And then you figure out how. At least, that's what I did. I dressed up fancy, gave the code word, and voila! I had made it into Halifax's newest, coolest, exclusive bar. I was quite impressed, both with myself, and the bar. Noble is incredible. I have been three times and though my wallet hates me for it, it was worth every penny. There is nothing like ordering the Nola (flaming brandy infused with citrus and a sprig of rosemary) and watching bartender Jenner put on a fire show in front of your eyes. Everyone else in the bar will watch and then sigh with envy when the show ends and the drink is delivered to you. It's pretty great. My other favourite is the lemony-gin drink, the 1-3. Drinks run from $12-24 dollars a piece and the food menu contains five different items , each around $10. The mini-sliders are definitely the best, the caprese salad the worst. This is the place to go for an impressive first date, a swanky night out with the girls, or a posh night out with your lady or mister. Fair warning: each drink is at least two shots, so go slow, enjoy, and be careful standing up. read more

The newest addition to the Middle Spoon is the Speak Easy lounge, Noble. Very discrete, hidden away and with limited access, and very well made unique drinks Very enjoyable, nice atmosphere and they play it up as exclusive. The concrete bar with wooden top, raw wood shelving, plywood drink menus, soft lighting, old piano in the corner, barn style door, wall of books, and prohibition era music all add to the feeling of a very uniquely interesting place that is hidden away. It is the same bar tender that was the founding bar tender of The Drawing room, and creates the Middle Spoon's amazing concoctions. They are very prohibition era style and the place has nice character. They send out the password each week - Expected on Wednesday. They are open Thursday, Friday and Saturdays from 7:30-1am. The Absenth drink, (Death something?) was very well made and the Puck R Up was one that I wanted to savour. It was our favourite of the evening. My husband was okay with the Roasted Maple something(?) and more enjoyed the Faceless Angel over a rock of ice. -If my phone hadn't died, I would have jotted in the proper names. There are several food items on the menu that sounded great, though we hadn't ordered any on this night. I really am looking forward to our next venture there, though at a $78 total bill (including tip) for 4 drinks, it may not be a weekly occurrence. The drinks are worth it as a nice treat. read more

I was brought here by a friend of mine, and from the moment we uttered the secret phrase to exiting the bar, I was utterly enchanted by this secret spot under The Middle Spoon. The ambience is absolutely amazing, and the decor is just perfect. I can definitely say entering an establishment has never made me as giddy as this. It's just... it's a lot of fun! I can't wait to bring people here so they can experience it. The drinks are also amazing; it's not a place the survives on a gimmick. It's actually really phenomenal. The menu is quite extensive and offers something for every taste. Whether you're looking for something savoury to go with their delicious eats, or a sweet drink to wash down a dessert from upstairs, you're covered. The staff is also very helpful if you're overwhelmed, having an extensive knowledge of the menu. That being said, the drinks are expensive. This is a one or two drink kind of place! Probably one, for most people. Definitely one for me. Really, just go here. Get the password from the mailing list, and go! Look for the cactus light, let it be your beacon, and you won't regret it. read more

There's a lot to like about Noble. It's fun having a password to get into a secret bar and the bar itself does feel tucked away down some legit underground hallways. Seeing the look on the faces of your friends is probably worth the price of the drinks to come. The drinks themselves are awesome. The extensive cocktail list has a lot of ingredients and attention to detail that you won't find in too many other places in Halifax. I recommend the Gin Fizz which was smooth, creamy, and a delicious drink to sip. With these sorts of places, it's the little things that really round out an experience. Unfortunately, this is where Noble falters. When trying to create a sense of exclusivity, having a table of 25 year olds getting ID'd (after they sit down) sort of ruins the ambiance. Add to that a confusing list of music which seemed like a Songza list of songs-to-listen-to-while-drinking-in-a-cool-place, and you lose the ability to become entirely immersed in the experience. Weirdly, the worst part about Noble is that it didn't feel exclusive enough. Having multiple MIddle Spoon waitresses walk us through what the menu is like or what the upcoming experience is going to be like was super helpful, don't get me wrong. But a part of me wishes that they'd put that stuff on us to figure out. Maybe that's misplaced nostalgia for what I imagine a speakeasy being but I kind of wish they were meaner. With that said, it's worth checking out. read more

Holy COW !!! Worst service ever ! 45m-1h for a desert , we followed up at about the 30m mark and still didn't get it ... cancelled and left. Only came by once to refresh drinks and their prices on food and drink are overpriced for the service quality ... avoid this place like an Anti-vaxer at a common sense convention. read more

Do bars get any cooler than this? I think not. Figuring out HOW to get in here is not that difficult, but it's still fun. When we walked into the upstairs bar, we were told to sit anywhere but then said we wanted to go downstairs and uttered the magic words. A couple sitting nearby gave us extremely puzzled looks. Others downstairs looked at us as we were escorted through the kitchens, dimly lit corridors, and through a rugged door into what can only be described as the coolest, old school meets contemporary bar. We sat at the bar and perused the menu while talking to the mixologist, Anne-Marie. Being my second time here, she recognized me and she gave us suggestions on drinks. Since I was in the middle of binge watching Mad Men, I opted for something not on the menu, an Old Fashioned. So classic, and so fitting with the space. Except Anne-Marie mixes it up a bit, adding vanilla syrup and Lillet Blanc to the bourbon. Wow, what an awesome drink that was (I have since replicated at home, minus the vanilla syrup... delicious). Yeah, the drinks are expensive but where else are you going to see someone hand-chisel a block of ice because that's what an Old Fashioned calls for? Where else are you going to see multiple house-made flavoured simple syrups? Where else will you get house-made bitters? Go have two impeccably made drinks instead of downing six Coors Light at a random bar. read more

This is definitely the coolest place that I have been to in Halifax. You need to know the password to get it, and it is usually a phrase that you need to say to the bartender upstairs. Once you have said the correct phrase, they phone down to see if there are any spots available. Depending on how busy it is, they will either take you down right away or seat you at a table near the bar until there is space available. Once they are ready for you, they escort you downstairs past a hallway and open a heavy door that leads you to a dimly lit room. The ambiance is amazing, it looks like what I imagine a speakeasy must have looked like back in the day. There are pictures of convicts on the wall and jazz music playing. The cocktail list can be overwhelming since there are a lot of ingredients in each drink that are not commonly found in cocktails, but it is hard to go wrong. My boyfriend and I went there on our first date and we ordered a drink called the Eastern Rose, which was absolutely amazing (you hardly tell that it is a triple ... dangerous! Haha). The drinks are pricey, but they are well worth the money. read more

Super fun experience. Very good drinks. But they are stiff!!! A bit pricy... But remember they are triples. But remember. You didn't hear it from me ;) read more

Excellent cocktails, dessert, and atmosphere. True speakeasy experience. Worth signing up for email list to get the passphrase if you're traveling to Halifax. Thanks for an unexpected addition to our trip. read more

I had high expectations from the middle spoon for this bar. Jenner being a much talked about almost local celebrity and being the mastermind behind this or so I was told buzz/word on the street. So about the bar you are taken trough a labyrinth of backdoor shenanigans using secret passwords my wife found on her smart phone to end up in a place that looks like you are warped back to 1920 or at least as I see it in the movies. Well let's talk about what matters then shall we! THE DRINKS! I was very happy with the Scandinavian queen as it was made to my liking about 4 shots of gin and lemon twist the menu says this and that was also in it but who cares it was stiff as a bulls #$%. OK so onto the drink my wife had what they call the depth charge? This folks was a mojito and nothing more! The menu bragged about it having a flamed orange and blackberry or raspberry and lemon balm among many other things gin etc? I would guess this was all missing? It reminded me of a watered down mojito you would get at a bad Cuban resort. It had a tree of mint growing out of it and lots of ice. I mean filled stright to the top with ice. I did notice the bartender was using notes to make the drinks on my way to the bathroom and the place was very busy so it is clear not as much care went into this very complicated drink becuase she was busy and missed stuff. I hear Jenner is in Mexico more word on the street. Maby call the middle spoon first and ask if he is working at nobal before going? My wife then had the old fashioned which was interesting large chunk of ice and it was strong not that this is the only thing that matters to me but at $12 to $24 per drink it should matter for Halifax now Las Vegas different story as everywhere drinks cost that no matter how much you hear stories about free drinks in Vegas not where we stayed. Strong drinks were advertised as we were led through the labyrinth as our drinks are 3.5 oz the server says over and over. The drinks we ordered were all in the $14 and $15 mark. They had food as well which we did not care to try. Meatballs etc.... Bar grub upside/scale etc.. I think you would do well here if you had a few before showing up then order the Scandinavian queen 14 bucks then just enjoy the sights and atmosphere which is interesting to say the least. Oh yeah and don't bother asking the server much. I asked what scotch was in the James dean and she had no idea? She said you will find out soon? The menu said it was an aged scotch and a blended scotch and other stuff. For a 15 buck drink in Halifax I at least wanted to know what the aged scotch they were using? It almost pains me to throw them 3 stars becuase of that Depth charge drink which was all wrong in so many ways for a 14 dollar drink. Oh well 3 stars you get middle spoon. Oh yeah and no deserts down here so if you go forget what you know about the middle spoon. FYI word on the street is also this was a garbage room as well that was made into a bar not that it matters just an interesting rumor to say the least. read more

I enjoyed my first trip to Noble, the best advertised secret bar in Halifax. They have the whole mystique of a secret code to get in once you're at the Middle Spoon. The staff and atmosphere was lovely and they were very accommodating for a large group (4 star service). They had many more seats than I expected; 20-30 at least as many as the Middle Spoon. The down-sides were that the drink menu didn't have any of my fav cocktails or desserts from the Middle Spoon and I didn't really know what to do if there was a fire (no I'm not crazy). read more

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Incredible drinks and a great location to relax with friends. The drinks may seem pricey but they are triples and are worth every penny !

Loved it. Service was great, drinks were delicious. Very nicely decorated. Perfect. Great experience in Halifax.

The first time I was brought here I thought I had stumbled upon a secret society, turns out I stumbled upon one of the swankiest places in town. Been pretty much every weekend since moving to Halitown! read more

Definitely one of the best bar in Halifax. How can you tell a good bartender? Make them stir you up an Old Fashioned. You will fall in love, with the ambience, with the mystery, with the bartender, and most definitely - with the drinks. read more

i've been here a few times over the last few months, and as it gains momentum, it gets more and more annoying. like, super-bright iPhone camera flashes every time a drink arrives annoying. (wait. maybe they're all going up on yelp? STOP IT GUYS) i was also irritated when the punch we were offered, that sits in a big punch bowl by the front entrance, was added to our bill for about $9 a glass. delicious? absolutely. but that was sneaky. the bartender here won a "canada's best bartender" search, so he can definitely mix a mean one. the absinthe is just splendid and served properly - a real treat. still... for all the pretentious fuss and the tables of giggling cell phone cameras, once was enough for me! read more

by far the best drinks I have ever had in this city. atmosphere is fantastic, service is amazing. seriously it's worth the pretentiousness of a password. this place makes me insanely happy. I always stray off menu for drinks and they never disappoint. I don't know how they do it! get here. get here fast. read more

This place is cool. Drinks- though WAY too expensive- are awesome. But it needs to get over itself a lot. Password?! Escort to leave?! Come on! You're a speakeasy. Not the freakin FBI. More than once, I wondered if they were hiding alien corpses behind the bar. Guys, alcohol is legal in Canada. Settle down. And what's with the ten minute wait when the place is half empty? One visit here is enough. read more

Excellent staff and probably some of the best cocktails I've ever had. Sometimes a long wait but well worth it.