We stumbled upon this little gem in downtown Jax and were pleasantly surprised by the mixologists and their ability to craft custom drinks based on flavor profiles. They also had a great menu of drinks too. The dim lit atmosphere was nice and service was impecable especially for a busy bar. It’s worth the stop in. They love up to their website for the best hand crafted cocktails in Jacksonville.
This place is one of my favorite stops downtown. The atmosphere is impeccable, the drinks are divine, and the staff are always so welcoming and very knowledgeable. I’ve celebrated many life events with a drink here, and will continue to do so as long as they’re around!
Best craft cocktails in Jacksonville. If you’re looking for a place to hang out and have a great time check out this speakeasy downtown. They make the best Aviation ever. Ask for Chris
Top class place. Very relaxed with great prices and many liquor selections. I was there Friday night and they had some young musicians playing the greatest jazz songs of all times. I encourage The Volstead to have these musicians as often as possible.
When I'm in Jax, I always make it a point to grab a drink at Volstead. It's a wonderful place to grab a drink and their bartenders are the best in the business-- they are true craftspeople.
For example, I wanted something herbal, minty with the only restriction being no dark tequila. Chase, the gentleman who took my order, made the light and wonderful drink I was asking for and it was all off the dome. I truly appreciate the care in the preparation and the explanation behind each ingredient's choice.
I can't sing their praises enough. Volstead is a downtown staple. Cheers!
Went for happy hour and the place was busy. There was only one bartender working, so there was a wait but worth it. The drinks were delicious. Once the construction in the front is done, it looks like the store front will be an antique style barber shop.
I've been coming to this place for years. Those years have been up and down. But in the recent times I've been have been fantastic! Glad to see this place finally come out of its funk and get back to being great!
The drinks are amazing. Both the interpretations of classic drinks, and their original specials. Most of my poor experiences in the past have been with the staff, but it seems like the subpar staff have moved on to other endeavors.
The old time atmosphere of a prohibition Era speak easy is also unique and not something I have seen done in Jacksonville this we'll!
10/10. Glad to see the place is back on its feet, out of its funk, and back on the up and up!!!
Nitesh Vic Patel - REALTOR
+5
Chill vibe. Music is not loud enough where you can't talk to someone which is great, but good enough to enjoy!. First round of drinks my friends got tasted like straight up 409 lemon scent. Lol. It was effin disgusting. They took it back up and got the same liquor that was in the mix drink, but this time straight up. And it tasted nothing like the liquor that they had. The mix drink they had was awful. Kudos on fixing the problem.
During a recent short visit I came here back to back nights. Even though it may be a little dark it doesn't bother me similar to other traditional speakeasy. I had a tequila old fashioned and it was very tasty. Next time I am in the city I will explore the menu more
Tasty drinks and excellent staff. Love the movies on the wall. My favorite bar downtown, tends to be a low-key noir vibe. See you soon!
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