Hinky Dinks Speakeasy
Tue, Sep 22 · 5:00 PM
Emeryville • $$$
Speakeasies in the Bay Area worth going out for.
I watch the whole Bay, though I'll tell you honestly when something's only worth crossing a bridge for.
I keep track of speakeasies in the Bay Area and only keep the ones worth going to. Ask me what you're after.
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Browse the Bay Area neighborhood by neighborhood, get ideas just for you, or ask me anything.
Top picks
ELIXIR Bourbon Festival 2026 One-time only
Sat, Sep 26 · 3:00 PM
Mission District • $$
After Party and Beats by DJ Jon Got'em
Thu, Oct 1 · 8:00 PM
Transbay • $
Chess Night
Mon, Oct 5 · 4:00 PM
Adams Point
First Tuesdays Free Comedy Showcase & Happy Hour Up & Coming Artist
Tue, Oct 6 · 8:00 PM
Downtown Oakland
Automatic One-time only
Tue, Oct 13 · 8:00 PM
North of Panhandle
Mr. Tipple's Jazz Club
Civic Center
Bar 821
Western Addition • $$
Morgan's Bar & Lounge
Southside • $$
Umami Mart
Temescal
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Frequently asked questions
How are these speakeasies in the Bay Area chosen?
I go through what's actually on nearby and keep only the ones worth the trip. Nobody pays to be on this list.
Is everything here still happening?
Yes. If it's on the list, it's still on — anything that's finished drops off by itself.
How do I find something that suits me?
Open the map and tell me what you're after — a good terrace, somewhere that works with kids, something on tonight. I'll answer and narrow it down with you.
Do I need an account?
No, everything here is browsable without one. An account is how I learn your taste, your people and your saves, so what I show you keeps getting closer to what you'd actually go to. You can also have ideas sent to you by email or message if you want them.
Is it free?
Yes, completely.