The Beacon (at the Outpost) — Restaurant in Sonoma

Third visit to this bar - highly promoted as a speakeasy - and one with such ambiance. First two times, we loved it. A little hideaway with great atmosphere and pleasant music at a perfect volume - making it cozy and nice for conversation and a relaxing cocktail or two. All of which made the pricey drinks worth it. This time though; ugh.

What a change! Music was like loud club music. Bar was packed and SO loud, we had to keep trying to talk above it all. We were shocked. What happened to this cozy little speakeasy that we loved?? We had once found a unique, sweet little place to be transported away and now yet another club bar atmosphere (and in such a small space). Just why? Aren’t there enough of those?

Normally we stay for a second drink but couldn’t stand it. With tip; $44 for just two half-filled drinks. Why would we stay and pay twice that to stay in a place that felt downright stressful? And to think we have referred this place to several friends. Not any more. So...

Fun lil spot. Some classic cocktails and some with interesting twist like a duckfat old fashion. I would say the prices are a bit high. In the video you can here the echo and loudness of the guest as I'm going up the stairs. The place was not packed or that busy but I think they could use some more area rugs or cushioned seating just to soften the atmosphere and give it a lil more of a...

Small little speakeasy type place, great drinks, a little pricey but it was worth it. If you like a little smaller place where your not expected to speak to everyone, you can just sit down and enjoy your friends company. Then this is the place. They have reservations but you don't always need them. Staff was nice and not to pushy and I'll...