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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With inspiration from San Francisco nightlife in the 1950's, the new speakeasy lends itself to a celebration of unique and celebrated artistry.
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Sneak away to its lower-level bar, The Loon Room, for a pre- or post-meal cocktail in a swaggy speakeasy setting.
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Lily Hall is also home to two of the city’s most exciting dining and drinking destinations, including a speakeasy.
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Paige Moore, AZCentral.com, 30 Jan. 2026
With inspiration from San Francisco nightlife in the 1950's, the new speakeasy lends itself to a celebration of unique and celebrated artistry.
—Jessica Chapel, Condé Nast Traveler, 30 Jan. 2026
Sneak away to its lower-level bar, The Loon Room, for a pre- or post-meal cocktail in a swaggy speakeasy setting.
—Rachel Bernhard, jsonline.com, 30 Jan. 2026
Lily Hall is also home to two of the city’s most exciting dining and drinking destinations, including a speakeasy.
—Matt Kirouac, Travel + Leisure, 29 Jan. 2026
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“Speakeasy.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/speakeasy. Accessed 5 Feb. 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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