The Speakeasy Novato — Restaurant in Novato

Best. Place. Ever!!!

Great staff and a great place to get a specialty drink or enjoy some really great food! The owner Munther is maniacally detailed in his approach to the menu, decor and service. You often see his business supporting a lot of local events which I appreciate.

Just to be clear, this location has evolved over the years so if you haven't been here in awhile it will look different.

It is currently attached to "The Board Room" which is a nice fine dining steakhouse type of place. The ambiance evokes images and feelings of yesteryears icons like Marilyn, Aubrey, etc. The steaks and other selections on the menu are delicious! The service is top notch too!

When you enter through the board room you have to walk through a speakeasy style bookcase that is opened for you. The concept is pretty cool.

When entering the speakeasy the Decor is equally classy with fine decorating touches and dark lighting. Very on brand for the name.

I love coming here and it's a favorite for a...

I was excited to try based on reviews. Saying our service was lousy would be an understatement. Apparently you can only get served in a timely manner if you are a regular. We were ignored from the moment we walked in. The server/bartender said they were “out” of an ingredient to make my drink but made a table of regulars the drink after that. We waited over 30 minutes for drink refills. Our appetizer arrived after our meals and only after we asked to cancel it. It had obviously been sitting under a heat lamp dying in the window. Our server ignored us after that although we both would have had more drinks. We only got a check after flagging her down and requesting after we had empty plates on the table for over 10 minutes.

Food was good but as a former server, Kellie’s service was...

This place seems out of place as it's part of an old strip mall in Novado with a very non descript uninviting front entrance. Once you walk through the doors though, you will be transformed into the old school restaurant and bar. It'll feel like you stepped back in time with Frank Sinatra and the rat pack kind of atmosphere. Food and service was excellent. You can eat their full menu at the bar if you so choose The bar area is fun, draws locals and working people. The main restaurant, the Boardroom, is quiet, warm, with dim lighting and makes for a great date night or couple's night out. Don't be fooled by the less than inviting appearance from the front and the fact that it's a part of a strip mall....