Speakeasy’s Story
Speakeasy is composed of three levels; the Music Lounge, the Bowling Mezzanine (which overlooks the Music Lounge stage), the Kabaret Room and the rooftop lounge, Terrace59.
The Music Lounge is comprised of stunning hardwood finishes and a roaring 20’s vibe. Guests can listen to local Austin musicians live on a near nightly basis. Enjoy a comfortable, yet classy atmosphere at one of our candlelit tables, or dance the night away on the spacious dance floor.
The Bowling Mezzanine offers a unique lounge setting with antique couches, a personalized bar, and two vintage bowling lanes, all of which over look the main music stage.
Pass the first floor double doors to the Kabaret Room for an intimate prohibition era vibe complete with pool table, stage, bar, and 1920s inspired lounge furniture.
Take a walk up 59 steps to our famous outdoor spot in Austin to take in the romantic view of the downtown skyline, Terrace59. With lit palm trees, full service bar and hip music, it is a chic and elegant way to spend an evening (or host a private event). The cover lends the opportunity to spend an evening with us rain or shine.
Thanks for choosing us, and enjoy your evening at Austin’s original “swanky joint.”
A Moment in History
During Prohibition, the bootlegging business was very prominent, and illegal “speakeasies” replaced saloons that had been shut down. Secretly operating in basements of abandoned buildings and office buildings, patrons would enter through the alley. You would need to either whisper the password of the night, knock a special knock, or have a membership card to gain access. An owl behind the bar meant it was the place to be. Be sure and take a look above our bar!
A Ghostly Factoid
Speakeasy is registered as part of the Haunted Austin Tour. On July 26, 1916, the building burned to the ground, killing a fireman and two women who were trapped in the elevator. The antique elevator, the only item to survive the fire, is now located inside the Kabaret room. Several people have claimed to see the woman’s apparition in the elevator; as well as screams and slamming doors. Footsteps have also reportedly been heard running up and down the staircase to Terrace59.
Speakeasy Celebrity Guests
There is never a dull night at Speakeasy. If you are out to try and catch a glimpse of celebrities that are passing through town in Austin, you have a really good chance here! See below some of the superstars who have walked through our doors!
Adam Clayton
Adam Duritz
Annie Cusack
Barbara K
Bill Paxton
Billy Gibbons
Bono
Carla Gugino
Cary Elwes
Chet Butler
Clifford Antone
Curtis Armstrong
Danny Trejo
Daryl “Moose” Johnston
Dave Alvin
Dave Wakeling – The English Beat
Dennis Quaid
Donald Faison
Echo Johnson
Eddie Griffin
Elizabeth Avellan
Ethan Hawke – Oscar® Nominated Actor
Farrah Fawcett
Forest Whitaker – Oscar® Winning Actor
G.W. Bailey – Police Academy Chief
Gena Rowlands
George Clooney – Oscar® Winning Actor
George Wendt – Cheers
Gwen Stefani – No Doubt
Harry Connick Jr.
Jack Black – Tenacious D
Jeff Foxworthy
Jerry Jeff Walker
Jerry Jones
Jessica Alba
Jessica Biel
Jessica Simpson’s Bachelorette Party
Jimmie Vaughn
Jodie Foster – Oscar® Winning Actress
Joe Ely
John Legend
Johnny Reno
Jon Favreau – Director of Iron Man
Judy Arnold
Julianna Margulies – ER & The Good Wife
Kenny Dale Johnson – Drummer from Chris Isaak
Kevin Smith
Kevin Spacey – Oscar® Winning Actor
Kid Rock
Kirk Herbstreet & the ESPN Gameday Crew
Kirk Whalum
Kyle Gass – Tenacious D
Larry Mullins Jr. – U2
Luke Wilson
Matthew McConaughey – Oscar® Winning Actor
Michelle Rodriguez
Mike Judge
Mira Sorvino – Oscar® Winning Actress
Mr. Fabulous
Nick Lachey
Norah Jones – GRAMMY® Winning Musician
Owen Wilson
Patti Griffin
Playboy Playmate Talent Search 2000
Quentin Tarantino – Oscar® Winning Director
R. Lee Emry – Mail Call on History Channel & Texas Chainsaw
Renee Zellwegger – Oscar® Winning Actress
Richard Linklater
Robert Rodriguez
Roger Clemens
Ron Howard – Oscar® Winning Director
Russell Crowe – Oscar® Winning Actor
Sandra Bullock – Oscar® Winning Actress
Shawn Colvin
Skeet Ulrich
Steven Soderbergh – Oscar® Winning Director
The Bangles
The Dallas Cowboys Training Camp
The Local Natives
Thomas Haden Church – Oscar® Nominated Actor
Tommy Lee Jones
Tony Award Winner Stew
Troy Aikman
Uma Thurman – Oscar® Winning Actress
Vince Vaughan
Vincent D’Onofrio
W.C. Clark
Woody Harrellson
Zach Braff – Scrubs