speakeasy
noun
speak·easy
ˈspēk-ˌē-zē 
plural speakeasies
: a place where alcoholic beverages are illegally sold
specifically
: such a place during the period of prohibition in the U.S.
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Tucked discretely within the hotel, Bar Aristide is the hotel's speakeasy-style hideaway that feels more like a private members' club.
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Susmita Baral, Travel + Leisure, 6 Dec. 2025
Just inside the entrance to Elizabeth's Counter, a rustic wooden wall slides open to welcome you into this intimate speakeasy.
—Lisa Cericola, Southern Living, 4 Dec. 2025
Unequivocally at Denver speakeasy Williams & Graham, Faison said.
—Tiney Ricciardi, Denver Post, 3 Dec. 2025
Live music and food trucks will be on site on select days — and don’t miss the adults-only speakeasy with holiday cocktails!
—Evan Moore
november 28, Charlotte Observer, 28 Nov. 2025
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Susmita Baral, Travel + Leisure, 6 Dec. 2025
Just inside the entrance to Elizabeth's Counter, a rustic wooden wall slides open to welcome you into this intimate speakeasy.
—Lisa Cericola, Southern Living, 4 Dec. 2025
Unequivocally at Denver speakeasy Williams & Graham, Faison said.
—Tiney Ricciardi, Denver Post, 3 Dec. 2025
Live music and food trucks will be on site on select days — and don’t miss the adults-only speakeasy with holiday cocktails!
—Evan Moore
november 28, Charlotte Observer, 28 Nov. 2025
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“Speakeasy.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/speakeasy. Accessed 9 Dec. 2025.
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speakeasy
noun
speak·easy
ˈspē-ˌkē-zē
plural speakeasies
: a place where alcoholic drinks are illegally sold
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