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    The Felix

    4.1 (68 reviews)
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    Closed 8:00 pm - 1:30 am (Next day)

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    Izzie L.

    Came here for a quick drink after dinner and I thought it was a nice experience. Look for the neon cat sign outside and follow the stairs down. When we went (Thursday around 9PM), it was pretty empty. There was a DJ spinning vinyl records which was cool! There's only one room with very few tables, so I would recommend you only come here late at night to dance & stand around. Service was fast and friendly. I cannot recommend the San Franpisco Punch enough-- it was the perfect blend of sweet and citrus!

    Judy M.

    Ok I thought this was considered a "speakeasy" bar, but honestly you don't have to work hard to find it. Look for the Bodega restaurant, find the neon cat next to it, and that is the entrance for The Felix. Drinks are generally good, check it out if you're near Union Square area.

    Brianna T.

    Had an amazing time with friends and fam out here! First time going and we all went on a Saturday night for an event with Plush! Dope ass music. For all the millennials, a time was HAD. Cocktails were made well and the bartenders were great. Very intimate setting, but still great for dancing. Limited seats. Tables available for reservations. Would def come here again!

    Alyson C.

    Cute "speakeasy" tucked under the Bodega restaurant. We went for a post-dinner drink around 9:00 pm and it was empty for a Friday night. There was a DJ spinning, but most of the chatter came from the bartenders. Drinks were alright, would've liked to see how the place is at a more lively time, maybe I'll come back.

    Menu (July 2024)
    Kristell N.

    I was very excited to try this bar out since they serve Asian-inspired cocktails, had cool mahjong tables, and is a speakeasy. But unfortunately my experience on a Friday night there was not what I was hoping to expect. Upon arriving, there is a tiny floor when you open the door, before you take the stairs down. On this tiny floor are 2 bouncers, one who checks your ID and one who collects cover. Cover is $20 per person after 10PM, which is quite ridiculous for what I will explain more of. Plus, they did not check our bags or have a handheld metal detector for security measures. That's not safe for a bar that hosts night events and more people than the capacity it should. As we got downstairs, the entire bar was nice but unexpectedly small. There was a DJ for the night, reserved tables, and a tiny dance floor. A lot of people crowd around the bar, so there's a line of people waiting to order drinks. As the night went on, more people came and crowded in. It made it hard to get to the bar to order more drinks and go to the restroom. A lot of people were unintentionally spilling drinks on others due to the dancing crowd and lack of space, which was not fun at all. The only positive thing I could say so far about this bar is that the drinks were not too bad. I ordered a Stray Cat cocktail for the first round, then a San Franpisco cocktail and Boba Cheeky for the second round. The Stray Cat is more spirit forward, the San Franpisco is more on the sweet side, and the Boba Cheeky shot was exactly like drinking boba which I liked. It seems like they just opened not too long ago, so I hope they improve in the future because I think it has potential. But I don't think it was worth a $20 cover charge

    Ambiance

    We arrived at Felix right when they opened at 8 PM and were among the first people inside. The speakeasy is tucked below Bodega restaurant, which serves delicious Vietnamese cuisine, and the space is really cute with a cozy, intimate ambience. The security guards at the entrance were very friendly and welcoming, which set a great tone for the night. We didn't have any food this time, but the bartenders were friendly, attentive, and made great drinks. Prices felt pretty standard for SF nightlife -- shots around $6 and cocktails up to about $18. The DJ started up shortly after we arrived and added a fun vibe to the night. Overall, Felix is a great hidden spot with solid drinks, a cool atmosphere, and great service. We'll definitely be back!

    Menu (November 2024)
    Vivian T.

    I finally got to check out this speakeasy type bar after it has been on my list for a while! Stopped by early on a Saturday night and likely was still able to snag a table. There were only a few tables/seating areas because the space is pretty small, but not too cramped since there are so little tables LOL The stairs leading down to the establishment aren't lighted the best - so be careful on your way to and from the bar! The bar was lit up with a few neon signs and a lot of Asian inspired decor. A DJ booth was stationed in a corner right across from the bar. Since it's such a small space, things got loud fast, so I imagine this spot to be more of club-esque scene than a bar. For food, we ordered the Salt & Pepper tots, Bo Kho Bao buns and a Yamanashi highball. The Salt & Pepper tots were piping hot, but missed the mark on the taste (it 100% could have used more salt and pepper). The Bo Kho Bao buns were good though: the meat was soft and had great flavor, and the deep fried steamed buns was a great vessel for the meat. The Yamanashi highball was also just OK: I was missing the flavors advertised in the menu.

    Eric Joseph D.

    3.5 stars Judging from appearance and the cool secret passage, the Felix has so much promise to be one of the best bars in SF. As much as I wanted to love this spot, I think my experience was not the best. Being the sister bar to Bodega, I had high expectations, but the drinks were not doing it for me. Every drink was served up and they were very sweet and tasted like a cosmo. Almost every drink tasted like a cosmo to be honest. I tried the Tom Yum Chex mix and that was really tasty and the bartenders were really nice and quick. Additionally, the dj was good but the audio in this space is somewhat muffled. Overall, I would love to try this place again but think they need to improve on some things.

    Coming up the stairs and back into the world.
    Randy S.

    The opening theme around a certain cartoon cat is amusing. And the means of access certainly fits with how modern speakeasies want to create an aura of exclusiveness. I just wish there wasn't a door-person (for security in the neighborhood) who was so helpful to the clueless. The atmosphere inside is dark and glowing. A DJ keeps the mood energetic. No one will greet you but once you walk up to the bar you are treated well. The bartenders mix well thought out and crafted cocktails. The only thing missing is the food. It's hard to settle in and progress to two or three drinks with only a bao slider or chex mix as choices. Maybe it's an intentional choice. You want to eat some modern Vietnamese at Bodega but you have to waitlist - so you choose to head here instead of being put on ice waiting on the street? Maybe. Still, it's worth a visit.

    Free comedy night
    Claire C.

    Great vibes! Asian-inspired, a bit upscale but still casual enough to create a lively atmosphere. Stopped in here on a Wednesday night after eating at Bodega next door, and did not realize there was a free comedy show happening. There weren't that many people, but almost all the tables were filled. We grabbed some drinks at the bar and sat on one of the couches. Comedians were pretty decent and it definitely made for a fun date night. Drinks are DELICIOUS. Would highly recommend the lychee martini (Roses are Red, Violets are Blue) and milk tea shooter (Cheeky's). Genuinely some of the best drinks I've had.

    Nirsh A.

    This is a super cute, speakeasy ish bar. Loungey vibes with great music and drinks. It's a bit small so might be hard to find a spot to sit if you come on a weekend. I also hear there's a $20 cover after a certain time. Not a fan of small bars charging cover, it's not a club ? So what's the reason for it, not too sure..

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    Vic S.

    I enjoyed The Felix - a new upscale "Asian" themed "Speakeasy" in the TL. Imagine mahjong tiles lined up as coffee tables and Chinese characters in neon lights on the walls. Really set the scene like you're in a romantic 1930s style Shanghai nightclub. To enter, press on a photo and the door opens to a stairwell that takes you down to the underground party. The downstairs however is NOT a speakeasy at all, it's basically a modern day night club/lounge, with a DJ, bar, bottle service, etc. Altho it caters to a more "grown up" clientele vs the likes of Temple or Yolo, it was still very lively and people were pretty "lit." So if you're looking for a date spot or more quiet place for deep conversations, I'd suggest going elsewhere. We came with a big group on a weekend and it was pretty packed. We reserved the two tables towards the back and ordered bottle service. The bottles were "reasonably" priced, there is a 2 bottle minimum per table, IIRC a bottle of Tito's was $300, champagne $100. If you are planning a bday party with a big group, this is a great place for it. The service is okay, they brought over the first bottle quickly but we had to repeatedly ask them for more glasses or make additional orders, they never proactively came back to the table to ask if we needed anything else or helped to pour drinks. Everything was on theme, even the cocktails came with an Asian flair. Each cocktail was about $20, expensive but standard prices for SF. They also have a kitchen in case you get hungry amidst the debauchery -- order the tots, they were pretty good. All in all, I liked The Felix and will likely come back. If you're ever in the mood for interesting cocktails and adventuring into a sexy and cozy club/speakeasy hidden in the TL, then come check this place out!

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    Cherry T.

    Amazing ambience and yummy Asian cocktails. This is a perfect stop for waiting to eat at Bodega, think they're connected as the entrance is right next door and saw the servers cross between. Limited seating, think 4-5 small tables for 2 and 3 booths for 3-5pp groups. Highlight was the small $9 shot-like drinks , the Boba was likely the best spiked "boba" I had with winter melon and vodka. Such a cool date night spot !

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