[[HIGHLIGHT]]Well-made cocktails in a cool atmosphere.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The Madam is a speak easy within the Scottsdale Resort & Spa. It's hidden behind a bookcase within The Social Boardroom. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The place is small and intimate, so a great place to grab a drink while staying at the hotel.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I've been here a couple of times and have experienced mostly great service. The bartenders are always amazing and offer great recommendations, but the greeter getting you seated can be a little hit or miss. Overall, it's worth the visit if you're staying at the hotel and you want a nice cocktail. read more

I stopped by The Madam for drinks on a Tuesday evening. I had a reservation at 8 p.m. Located at The Scottsdale Resort in McCormick Ranch, I had some initial issues with the parking situation. What looks like free parking in the self-parking area actually isn't. There's a sign that says you have to pay for parking with a QR code. Parking is only free for 30 minutes. I called the hotel to inquire about parking and they didn't answer. After walking to the front desk, we were told that valet is validated at the speakeasy. I'm not a fan of valet, but I'll take free valet service (minus the tip) over paying more for self parking. Now, let's get to the good stuff. As the self-appointed king of speakeasies, I'm back with another one. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Ambiance: (4.5/5): I won't give all of the clues away, but walk to the third floor, look for a book shelf, and you're on the right track. Once you get inside, you'll find an intimate speakeasy. We're talking seating for 12 or so people or so, tops.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I imagine getting a seat on a weekend is quite tough, so take that into account and make a reservation. When you do, you'll find out that there's a $25 cancellation fee per person if you cancel within 24 hours of your reservation. I understand that no shows negatively impact restaurants/bars, but I absolutely hate when the cost of doing business is passed off on customers. I'm reliable, but if I'm going with someone else, and they cancel, now I'm in a tough spot. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Anyways, I loved the ambiance at The Madam. Think dark wood, sophistication, and some cowboy vibes. The seating was comfortable, too.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Service (4.5/5): Minus the parking snafu, our bartender did an absolute awesome job taking care of us. She was friendly and attentive throughout. They were perfecting a new drink menu and even offered us two drinks on the house. Which was much appreciated! We were lucky, for sure. Food (N/A): While they do have food, I was on a liquid diet on this visit. Drinks (4/5): When I go to a speakeasy, I'm looking for creativity. You'll find that here for the most part, though I wish the list of craft cocktails was a little larger. There were only two or so cocktails that struck my fancy. I went with the one with green chartreuse, which is always a treat. But, when I'm at a speakeasy, I'm hoping that at least half of the selection intrigues me. Despite the limited selection, the cocktails are well made and have an interesting blend of flavors. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The Madam is a true speakeasy (no signage and an ambiance which is true to the history of speakeasies), which makes them a winner in my book.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

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My friend and I stopped by The Madame for a girls' dinner night and ended up really enjoying the experience. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The speakeasy itself is small, cute, and cozy, with a very dark, intimate interior that instantly sets the mood.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] We commented that it would be an excellent spot for a date night. The bartender was especially impressive. She was very knowledgeable and attentive. He took the time to create a custom drink for my friend, and she absolutely loved it. I ordered an espresso martini made with rum, which was interesting and different from the usual vodka version. We didn't order food this time since we stopped in before our dinner reservation elsewhere, but other tables had food that looked great. I'd love to come back specifically to try their food along with more cocktails. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Overall, a great little speakeasy with solid drinks, great service, and a cozy vibe.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I'd definitely return. read more

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I don't know why this isn't noted anywhere (and or actually told to people when they check-in to stay on site but) a RESERVATION IS REQUIRED. [[HIGHLIGHT]]It seems like a very cute little adventure but apparently you need a reservation (which goes against everything to do with a speakeasy..... however, thats none of my business).[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Its a cute spot - but I can only speak to the fact that we were not informed by the front desk staff (or anyone else for that matter) making for a kind of annoying experience as we walked into an empty space to someone on their phone and informed they were "full". read more

[[HIGHLIGHT]]Intimate speakeasy located right inside the Scottsdale Resort & Spa located on the third floor.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]It's a very SMALL venue so if it is at capacity, you can enjoy in your drink in the social boardroom located right outside of the door.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Our mixologist, Gina, was a cocktail artist. Rather than order from the menu, my friend and I told her the type of the drinks we liked and she made us a speciality cocktail. Drinks were tasty. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Great spot to hang and enjoy a few cocktails![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

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The Madam is located behind a hidden bookshelf, on the 3rd Floor, of The Scottsdale Resort in McCormick Ranch. It is as mysterious as the story behind the "Madam" of the McCormick family. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The ambiance and mystery of this speakeasy brought me back in time to the Prohibition Era and going against the Anti-Saloon League.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] There are only 4 tables in The Madam so a reservation is necessary. Luckily, Yelp had a direct link to book a rez through OpenTable. I would recommend a 5pm or 6pm reservation so you can enjoy your time and experience without being rushed. The main mixologist, Gina, made the night a true delight! The night began with a craft apéritif cocktail. Shortly following, I let her make her version of a Smokey Old Fashioned. Smokey Bitters and a lit Cinnamon Stick made the presentation a true spectacle! Next up, I ordered the Word of Mouth cocktail. High West Double Rye, Resposado, Aperol, Ginger, & Lemon Juice make up this delicious drink. Again, she brought out one cocktail "true to recipe" and the other glass featured Pear Liquor substituting the tart Lemon juice and Ginger. Ordered Mini Crab Cakes and Truffle Fries for munchies. Everything was exquisite! I highly recommend paying this speakeasy a visit and hopefully you get the opportunity to meet Gina and let her guide you through time back to Prohibition! read more

The Madam - Smokey Old Fashioned - Speakeasies Near Me - Scottsdale, Arizona

[[HIGHLIGHT]]This is a fun and funny LITTLE place.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]Hard to find if you don't see the secret entrance.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Once you're inside it's a cute place with some pretty damn good drinks. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Feels a tad bit touristy but it's fun and nice.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Great service. read more

This was my first time at a Speakeasy. It was small, quiet, and aesthetically pleasing. The bartender was nice and listened to our requests which resulted in some very yummy drinks. My friend's drinks came with limes that were set on fire. I requested something sweet that had egg white on top. The bartender delivered. The place was a little hard to find but we were also a little sleepy when we went lol... it was a good experience. read more

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Made a reservation and highly recommend you do since it is small. Our bartender Kadek made it special since we were celebrating a birthday and he provided a very nice complimentary cocktail to the birthday girl. This was lovely, it had campari, strawberry, japanese gin, and toasted cinnamon aroma infused - which made the entire bar smell nice. We also had the Devil's Gambit, and the Dooms Day. Loved the chocolate profile of the Dooms Day! For food, we had the Crab Cakes, and the Truffle Fries. Loved the Crab Cakes. Be aware, it is Scottsdale resort prices. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The entrance is through the bookcase in the Social Boardroom which is on the 3rd floor.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

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[[HIGHLIGHT]]It's a cute little hidden bar.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]Love the concept of a bar behind a bookcase.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]It's a very small, intimate setting, low lights and only a few tables.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The bartender seemed very nice, and very dedicated to his craft. We didn't try any food, even though the menu sounded good, we were just full. He had the "Wilson's Law" which was a little too heavy on the mint for my liking, but he liked it. I had a mocktail, as I wasn't feeling like having a drink at that moment. He asked if I liked fruity drinks, and obvi I said yes. Maybe I'm basic enough that he can tell, but he wasn't wrong. He also asked if I was fine with carbonation, also yes, so it was a bubbly fruity concoction which I would totally drink again. [[HIGHLIGHT]]It was a cute and fun experience. When you have good company and a cute place to be, it's a night to remember.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] If you're at the Scottsdale resort and spa, make a reservation for this cute hidden bar! read more

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Located behind the bookcase...located in the boardroom...located in the Scottsdale Resort at McCormick Ranch...located in Old Town Scottsdale... There are many speakeasies around town, as they have really gained popularity, and The Madam is one that really has that true prohibition secretive feel. It's a small dark space that only seats eight. Reservations are recommended, especially outside of slower summer hours. We visited in July and were the only patrons for a couple of hours. (Downside to that is that they did close early, after we left, due to low turnout.) We were greeted by bartender Kadek as he handed us each a small introductory sipping glass of his own delicious concoction. We each ordered a signature cocktail from the menu to start but trusted Kadek for the rest. He asked our tastes and made us each a couple of great cocktails of his choosing. There are a few lite bites to choose from as well, so we enjoyed some crab cakes and the truffle fries. Being the only guests in the bar, we had fun getting to know Kadek. He was a few months into his 1 year hospitality internship with the hotel and quickly moved from serving to tending bar. We enjoyed learning about him growing up in Bali and his future career plans. He really made the experience great, and we never would have guessed that he was newer to creating cocktails. We truly had a fun time. So much so that we went to the hotel desk and grabbed a room for the night so that we could enjoy Kadek and The Madam a little longer. read more

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[[HIGHLIGHT]]Fun hidden spot in the Scottsdale resort.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The craft cocktails and cocktails were delicious. Small serve for a hefty price tag but the master craft cocktail maker made amazing drinks and you can tell takes great pride in his craft. read more

The Madam - Speakeasies Near Me - Scottsdale, Arizona

An awesome Speakeasy with really good drinks. There are only 4 tables, so you likely need a reservation. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The bartender was friendly and the vibe was intimate and cool.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

We were in town just for a week and found this gem! [[HIGHLIGHT]]The decor was stunning and the ambiance was so inviting![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] And well, the drinks were absolutely amazing! Too bad we ate before we got there! Would have loved to try their food! Until next time! read more

The Madam - Cleared conscious + shot to the heart - Speakeasies Near Me - Scottsdale, Arizona

We have so many cute little speakeasies popping up all over the Valley, and this is one of my favorites. Was able to get a Friday evening reservation just a few hours ahead, which was a pleasant surprise considering it is not a large venue (there are only 4 tables). [[HIGHLIGHT]]The entire place is very aesthetically pleasing, from the decor to the drinks.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Kadek is an amazing bartender, and a huge part of why I liked this place so much. He is so friendly, and he makes great drinks. The birthday drinks are quite the production. There is a small food menu - we had the truffle Parmesan fries. They were delicious and came with plenty enough to share. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The speakeasy is on the 3rd floor at the resort, look for the Social Boardroom. Make sure you get that password first. You'll get in through the bookcase - I always love those cool speakeasy hidden entrances[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]]. You can get valet parking if you drive up to the lobby, or simply self-park for free. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The resort is gorgeous and The Madam fits right in![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

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[[HIGHLIGHT]]Great speakeasy experience.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]The design of the room is so romantic and fully thought out.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The bartender took us on a cocktail journey and it was memorable and delicious. read more

The Madam - A swat cocktail with a whiskey base - Speakeasies Near Me - Scottsdale, Arizona

I loved the old fashioned from here !! They added a smoked cinnamon stick which really elevated the drink. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The ambience was really pleasant, nice and cozy and it certainly is a speakeasy as it's hidden behind a bookshelf ![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Definitely would come here again. read more

The Madam - Old fashioned - Speakeasies Near Me - Scottsdale, Arizona

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A bit disappointing. They were out of bacon wrapped dates, the truffle fries were to heavily truffled and left a bad after taste but the aioli was good. [[HIGHLIGHT]]There was a guitarist playing write outside the door so we had a terrible blend of music from the madam and the guitarist, I don't know about other people but listening to 2 different songs at the same time makes me crazy.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]The atmosphere is just ok.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] We had 3 different drinks, word of mouth, moody mistress and dooms day. Word of mouth, I finished it but wouldn't order it again. Moody Mistress was terrible, the egg whites on top tasted and smelled fishy, it was undrinkable ( I should have sent it back but I hate doing that). The Dooms day was good, it was chocolatey but just the right amount. There are a lot of better places around to go for drinks, I wouldn't make the trip there again. read more

Gina was our bartender and she was a total artist! We had an amazing time and the drinks she made us were heavenly. Thanks for the wonderful experience. read more

Place is a joke !! Don't come here ! Went to grab a quick drink .. the person who greeted us said we have availability for two people .. told them my wife is in the car waiting, will be back in 5 min .. parked my car and came back.. same guy told me sorry we are full.. I'm like really? Straight turned me away.. avoid this place like the plague!!! If u could give 0 stars I would read more

went for a girls night & the bartender was amazing! He was so intentional with all of our drinks & really catered everything to our own liking! It was a wonderful experience, will be back as soon as possible! read more

The Madam - craft cocktails - Speakeasies Near Me - Scottsdale, Arizona

Meh. It was alright. The margs were good. The only food that was available was brunch. We didn't want brunch. The margs did us right though.

[[HIGHLIGHT]]Small. Warm. Interesting. Live entering through a bookcase.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]Small limited seating![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The drinks are all craft! Our bartender kadeck was amazing!!! Definitely recommend read more

Had the BEST experience with Daniel. He took our favorite drink ideas & put an awesome twist on them. A mojito with boba? Are you kidding? Truly an awesome experience, would recommend to others!! read more

[[HIGHLIGHT]]It's a super cute hidden speakeasy in the hotel.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Drinks are about $20 each but it's well worth a visit. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Definitely a hidden gem ![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Couple little bites to choose from too like truffle fries or mini crab cakes. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Only has seating for 8 so be sure to make a reservation![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

The Madam - The madam bar - Speakeasies Near Me - Scottsdale, Arizona

We made a reservation for this intimate venue and would do so again. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The ambiance was wonderful[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] and the drinks were delicious. Andy, the bartender, made excellent suggestions for cocktails, and his personal creations were better than the ones on the menu. We'll definitely return. read more

Advertised as a 24 hours bar but we ubered all the way there (visiting from out of town) and found out they closed at 11pm--which feels very different than presenting as a 24 hour bar. read more

Awful. Crab cakes were yummy. But other than that wtf experience on 12/11. Zero management. They claim resos only. Theyre was a line of at least 8 loud drunks for one bartender when there were already 4 people sitting. [[HIGHLIGHT]]There are four mini round tables, 6 sitting chairs and one booth to sit two.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]Such an uncomfortable experience.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Not to mention we showed up and no valet and when we asked they took our keys without wanting to provide us with some kind of valet ticket. Would never recommend. read more