Wow. What a fun experience. Read about this place online and I had to try it. Getting in is fun. You're immediately greeted by the friendly staff. Great view over the plaza and the drink menu is amazing. I highly recommend this place for a few drinks before or after dinner. We had a few drinks here then went to the Rooftop bar the continue the party. read more

I'm very glad I made a sudden decision to check this awesome spot out! The ambience is well-curated, with a decor style that smartly mixes modern and 1930's-40's themes. Georgia gave me a warm welcome and kindly helped me find a spot since I arrived without a reservation. My server, Kate, helped me find a drink I'd like since I wanted something with American whiskey. I gave her the caveat that Alex (the bartender) can put whatever spin on an old fashioned he'd like to. He definitely delivered with this lovely Old Fashioned that had a nice smoky flavor from the usage of chocolate bitters (rather than traditional angostura). Book this place for your next date or night out! You won't regret it! read more

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We came here for a nightcap after dinner. This was all of our first speak easy experience and it did not disappoint. It was super neat to enter via the secret code entrance. Inside it was casual, clean, and designed exactly like a press room. Our server helped me decide what drink to order and I ended up getting the watermelon pepper high and it was so good! read more

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This is for real one of the coolest bar concepts I've ever had the pleasure to walk into and I'm not even a huge Harry Potter fan. A server at a restaurant recommended Press Room to my spouse and I, so we went there into the trendy-flowery mirrored lobby into what felt like a secretive entrance. The wizard at the host stand indicated that we couldn't be seated but that we could stand at a small high-top to which we replied hell yea because we were only there for one quick drink on the way to a scheduled event. The bartender was so cool and I would've loved more time to chat with her, and look at all of the amazing HP details that they worked into every inch of the small space. If I'm in Greenville again I won't hesitate to have a drink at this place, regardless of what the theme is. (I suggest Princess Bride or Clue!) read more

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If there were zero for stars this place totally deserves negative stars!! The bar tender wanted to serve me a 7 day old wine which was labeled on the back of the bottle. WHO serves left over stale wine after 3 days? I politely asked to try a fresh bottle to taste. She refused and was COMPLETELY RUDE & Hostile stating she would not open a bottle to taste. I had to buy a glass or nothing! We have to put credit cards down to enter this over priced, bad wine establishment AND get treated & scolded like a child for wanting fresh wine. There are too many other great establishments for speak easy's & fun bars, then to come here to have a BAR TENDER talk down to me. RUN!!! read more

I attended the Cazadores espresso martini event with 7 friends for a Christmas celebration. Rude management - 2 of us arrived early and grabbed 2 small tables so we could all sit together ( a couch on one side). When our entire party had arrived we were told by the bar manager we were not allowed to sit together since there would be food on small plates and she couldn't allow us? If we didn't mind squeezing, why did she care? We asked more than once and were told no. 2 of our party had to sit at a different table with their backs to us all night. Poor timing and service - The event started at 6:30 and was going to have 4 small courses. By the time the Cazadores rep spoke and 17 people got in line to make the espresso martinis, it was after 7:30 before the first few shrimp showed up? Tequila tasting on an empty stomach. Ugh!! The fried green tomatoes and beef cheeks were ice cold since they had to come down from Juniper's kitchen. Liquor review - The Cazadores blanco was like sniffing rubbing alcohol, the reposado not much better, the agave was palatable. While in line to make espresso martinis they ran out of the agave because everyone used it as it was the only palatable one. The bartender would not allow us to substitute for another kind of liquor. I paid the same $75 everyone else did! Summary - There are so many amazing, delicious, accommodating places to dine and drink in Greenville, I would not go back to The Press Room. read more

Outstanding, creative cocktails. Whether you're up for an easy-drinking concoction or a spirit-forward fire breather, this team has you covered! So happy we found this spot for a fun post-dinner drink (or 3 - don't judge, they were that good!). read more

So glad they brought back the original Press Room. Alex is an excellent mixologist! GREAT PLACE NOW!!

Fun spot! Drinks are good, themed speakeasy is pleasant, good place to relax, have drink, snack and conversation. Enjoyed it. Will be back

TLDR: go to Swordfish or Exile if you want your trendy, downtown socks knocked off. I created the entry for The Press Room here on Yelp! just to write this review, so I'm not certain if they'll actually see it. (The views expressed in this review are my personal opinions. I understand that simply because an environment does not suit my tastes, that it still can be enjoyable for others. I'm not in the business of telling anyone what they should do with their bar or restaurant. This review is to shed a little light on what The Press Room is trying to hide from us. Perhaps, I also have too much time on my hands this evening.) We visited the highly-anticipated, most buzzworthy cocktail bar in downtown Greenville last week. While our visit was accommodated by a kind hostess, a knowledgeable & funny server, and a friendly bartender, we were quite disappointed with the overall experience of this ploddingly esoteric bar. Firstly, none of the employees were wearing masks. The information online is incorrect (we see 3 Moody Street, as well as addresses for Broad Street and Main Street); the website is non-existent; and the articles written about it are inflated with compliments and praise. Even the Instagram account and Facebook page (that declares it as a restaurant -- there's no food) are cryptic. "For reservations, visit resy.com" Withholding information in hopes of encouraging a mysterious reputation does not a speakeasy make. The "exclusivity" factor, frankly, comes off as elitist and is alienating. Having a door code and that wonderful! secret entrance was really thrilling at first, but that feeling eventually faded once we were in the door and seated in the room, where we were able to absorb what appeared to be a hotel bar or Sky Lounge. The music throughout the evening was off-putting. A bizarre mix of a classical, jazzy, emotional soundtrack which kept our group from enjoying a conversation ... instead commenting on the irksome sounds which weren't coherent with the sights. The drinks are all grossly expensive at $18-26 on the cocktail menu. Gouging unsuspecting guests to pay the high rent is not mysterious & cool. Greenville is not ready nor yet big enough for those price tags. The menu contains no recipe too imaginative. The best drink at our table was Seeing Bowties: perfectly balanced, with a notable amount of booze, served in a glass vessel resembling my grandfather's pipe. The other drinks were watered down and unmemorable, with bits of ice still floating in their pale colors, yet also served in beautifully shaped, delicate coupe-style glassware. As one of my friends put it, we have "the sense of The Press Room not meeting the requirements set by its price." All across this wonderful city are more enthralling atmospheres that serve wild (and mild) drinks without insulting you. I encourage you to visit them. read more

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Our group of 4 have had such great luck on our weekly try a new place that's been going on since July? This whole press room experience is something out of a movie. Like the continental in John Wick Harrison was the only employee in the room and with multiple tables he glided around the room with confidence and pride he has in his trade. It's an experience that can't be describe in a way that explains the ride. You literally have a mixologist with an artists passion teaching you about spirts and continuing the ride you started when you step off the elevator. As a life long cook, chef, restaurant manager I know talent, You read a couple reviews that are negative but.. the humus board, the charcuterie board were both great. The drinks and the service are all top notch, 4 people food and more than a few drinks plus an education on gin that tastes like bourbon and lots more For couple hundred dollars is a steal in my book. Thank you Harrison It was a great time for us all read more

Totally disappointed. Made a reservation for a Saturday night to try out the ski lodge theme. No code, no table service, no cozy ambiance. But lol, the pricey drinks are still available. The vibe has changed from my previous visits and not for the better. read more

We made a reservation a month ago and were super excited to go to the Ski Lodge speakeasy. We went up a crowded elevator with a large group of people that were VERY casually dressed with a baby. First thoughts were they couldn't possibly be going where we were but they were. Seemed odd considering it's supposed to be a "bouji" speakeasy. The kid working the entrance was dressed casual as well which we were hoping for more of a ski themed "bouncer". He went to see if out if our reserved table was ready and said when walk in around the corner our couch was the first one when you round the corner. The code to enter was written on a piece of paper taped to the wall! Really tacky. Our couch was literally at the bar and ever time the door opened we were the first thing you see. We sat down and felt like we were in the lobby waiting for a seat with a view into the brightly lit kitchen. It was awkward and uncomfortable. We had groups of people standing constantly in front of us ordering drinks because there was no cocktail service. You had to go to the bar order your drinks & then take your glasses back to the bar. There was no one out on the floor bussing or wiping down the dirty areas. This was supposed to be a ski lodge! They failed. It was just another overpriced bar, it was loud and the music was pumping & obnoxious. We absolutely love visiting speakeasy's and this was NOT one! I'm assuming because it's at a hotel in a a busy downtown they don't care because it will be a one & done for most. The drinks were creative but very average. Overall just a huge disappointment. read more

Chill relaxing environment with great bartenders! Was a fun time for my husband and I. read more

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Fantastic! Excellent drinks, super cool staff and it was nice to be somewhere that feels very intimate. We will be back. Thank you everybody

We paid $60 for two drinks... absolutely not. The atmosphere was also weird as hell, the employees were acting as if this actually was some secret, exclusive club but we were one of two tables in the entire place on a Friday night. Weird vibe, much better and less expensive options around read more

Very unique atmosphere, not your typical bar by any means. Very comfortable and could spend hours relaxing with friends. The drinks were not cheap but they were outstanding. You get what you pay for. The service was excellent and the bartender took extra time to find the perfect drink for everyone, very personal touch. Will definitely be back for more. read more

Bartender was great, drinks were good, atmosphere was really cool as well. Would recommend for a date night.