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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Downstairs, Nighthawk channels retro supper club (skewing towards speakeasy) vibes with late-night plates, cocktails, and live performances, including vinyl DJ sets.
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Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 Mar. 2026
The 1893 silver crash and the following regional depression left the area in decline, turning it into skid row with brothels, speakeasies, pawn shops and widespread crime.
—Jessica Alvarado Gamez, Denver Post, 1 Mar. 2026
Downstairs, the basement — built with post-and-beam construction — can work as an intimate speakeasy-style hangout or recreation room.
—David Caraccio, Sacbee.com, 28 Feb. 2026
Spend the day lounging on the wide, spacious beaches, fishing in clear Gulf waters, or staying satiated at quaint small businesses like Skinny’s Place, North Shore Cafe, or The Doctor’s Office speakeasy.
—Kelsey Glennon, Southern Living, 27 Feb. 2026
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Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 Mar. 2026
The 1893 silver crash and the following regional depression left the area in decline, turning it into skid row with brothels, speakeasies, pawn shops and widespread crime.
—Jessica Alvarado Gamez, Denver Post, 1 Mar. 2026
Downstairs, the basement — built with post-and-beam construction — can work as an intimate speakeasy-style hangout or recreation room.
—David Caraccio, Sacbee.com, 28 Feb. 2026
Spend the day lounging on the wide, spacious beaches, fishing in clear Gulf waters, or staying satiated at quaint small businesses like Skinny’s Place, North Shore Cafe, or The Doctor’s Office speakeasy.
—Kelsey Glennon, Southern Living, 27 Feb. 2026
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“Speakeasy.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/speakeasy. Accessed 9 Mar. 2026.
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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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