
St Clair Shores, MI · $$
Best Kept Secret is a dark, cozy speakeasy hidden behind the Wine Garden in St. Clair Shores. Designed for intimate conversations and unhurried nights, we offer thoughtfully crafted cocktails ranging from modern originals to timeless classics, alongside a deep and carefully curated whisk(e)y selection from around the world. Beer, wine, and non-alcoholic selections available.
“I absolutely love the concept & these guys executed it beautifully. I think it should be a little less of a secret guys, I apologize. Knowledgeable bartenders, interesting drink menu & a comfy laid back environment. i was nervous after 1 drink I would wanna leave, ended up watching the owner hop back behind the bar and help his staff put out a few parties worth of drinks and ordering a couple rounds ourselves. Thank you for making my Birthday week a special one. We really enjoyed ourselves, we are glad we got to visit with in 6 months of you opening & we can’t wait to come back and try some of your new drinks when you update the menu. Keep up the good work guys. I would recommend a reservation but they do have limited seats at the bar for walk ins.”
“This is not just go to the bar and have a couple of drinks. This is an enchanting experience that is unmatched by anything in the area. The owner has put his heart and soul into this and it shows. The bartender, server and bar back are friendly and deliver an amazing experience. It’s a small/intimate space, so they may not be able to accommodate walk ins. Make a reservation and enjoy delicious craft cocktails in this show stopping space. The espresso martini is the best we’ve tried and the Smoke and Mirrors is a must try.”
“Very cool speakeasy but it can be quite loud. There was a large group standing at the bar and they were so loud you could barely hear. Also the music being played didnt fit the vibe of a speakeasy. The drinks were excellent, we tried 4 different drinks off the specialty menu and every one of them was delicious and unique. Service was very attentive. I'll definitely try it again, I think the large group ruined the vibe. It'd be better if they changed up the music to match the speakeasy atmosphere”
“I am beyond disappointed with this experience. I made a reservation specifically to celebrate my wedding anniversary. Before booking, I checked the website carefully and then went back and thoroughly read both confirmation emails to ensure I had not overlooked anything important. At no point was I made aware of a dress code. Imagine my surprise when we arrived on time for our reservation, ready to celebrate, only to be greeted by a sign on the door informing us of a dress code that had never been communicated during the reservation process. I chose not to argue with staff because discussing my clothing at the door was not how I wanted to spend what was supposed to be a special anniversary evening. Instead, we turned around and left. To make matters worse, I was then charged a $20 no-show fee for a reservation that I absolutely showed up for. I was there, on time, but was unable to enter due to information your establishment failed to provide in advance. The most disappointing part is that I was a loyal customer. You were my go-to liquor store, and I supported your business regularly. Apparently, that loyalty was worth less than a $20 fee. I sincerely hope that $20 was worth it, because you have permanently lost a customer. What should have been a memorable anniversary became a frustrating and disappointing experience instead. Thank you for ruining our anniversary. Have the day you deserve.”
“Very disappointing. Charges for a reservation and has a dress code, which wouldn't normally be a problem, but they don't inform you of the specifics until you get to the door. A vague "dress to match the mood - refined but relaxed" on the reservation page doesn't cut it when you have a specific dress code. Honestly, this experience will keep me from going to the Wine Garden again, which was my regular liquor store. Hope the $20 you took for the missed reservation was worth it.”
22435 Harper Avenue, St. Clair Shores, MI 48080, US
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