No, reservations are not required or accepted.
Cocktail Classes
Would you like that shaken, or stirred? Our certified bartenders will teach you how make classic cocktails while discovering the history behind them. Learn new skills, enjoy your creations, and show off your newly acquired talents by playing bartender at your next event! Limited space available.
Bar Hours
Bar Hours
Only visitors 21 and up are permitted in the speakeasy when the bar is open.
Monday, Tuesday & Wednesday 6:30pm - 11pm.
Thursday, Friday & Saturday 6:30pm - 12am
(Museum Not Accessible)
Monday, Tuesday & Wednesday 6:30pm - 11pm.
Thursday, Friday & Saturday 6:30pm - 12am
(Museum Not Accessible)
Craft Cocktails
Pick your poison but there ain’t no Bud Lights here! All of our cocktails, wines, and beers can trace their origins back to Prohibition. Enjoy tidbits of history with every sip, discovering how and why your drink became popular in the 1920s.
LOCATION
220 Congress Street – Upstairs, Savannah GA 31401
Located next to Ellis Square in the City Market we are just blocks away from Robinson Parking Garage
Private Parties
Grab your friends and paint the town at the snazziest venue in Savannah! Whether you’re looking for a private guided tour, self-guided experience, or exclusive rental of Congress Street Up, we’ll be happy to design a one-of- a-kind experience for your group. Our event planners are the bee’s knees, and they’ll help you with all the details.
About our speakeasy
Congress Street Up captures the essence of a 1920s speakeasy with expertly crafted cocktails that transport you back in time. Sip on Prohibition-era favorites while enjoying the warm glow of wooden and brick back bars, surrounded by costumed bartenders and the sound of period music.
Speakeasy FAQs
Congress Street Up specializes in expertly crafted cocktails inspired by the Prohibition era, along with a selection of wines, beers, and mocktails. Guests can enjoy timeless classics such as the crisp Gin Rickey, the elegant French 75, and the flavorful Daiquiri. Visit our cocktail menu for the latest selection of drinks and recipes.
The American Prohibition Museum offers a range of immersive ways to explore the Roaring Twenties, centered around the premier VIP Experience. This 80-minute journey combines a 45-minute guided tour led by a costumed docent with a 35-minute interactive session where guests learn the art of the stir and participate in a hands-on workshop to shake their own Bee’s Knees cocktail. While the VIP Experience is available during museum hours or as a private event package, the museum transitions into a dedicated mixology hub at night. These two-hour evening Cocktail Classes provide deep-dive instruction on both stirred and shaken drinks, masterfully connecting modern bar techniques with authentic Prohibition history. For those seeking a social atmosphere, the Congress Street Up speakeasy remains the city’s most polished setting for a night out or a customized private party.
Yes, private events and parties are available for groups. Congress Street Up provides a unique venue for birthdays, anniversaries, or corporate gatherings with a 1920s twist.
Yes, nonalcoholic options are available. These include classic mocktails, sodas, and other refreshing beverages.
A speakeasy was a secret bar or nightclub that sold alcohol illegally during Prohibition (1920-1933) when the sale, production, and transportation of alcoholic beverages were banned in the U.S.
Speakeasies were most popular during the Prohibition era, particularly in the 1920s, as people sought hidden venues to drink and socialize.
After Prohibition ended in 1933, most speakeasies closed or became legal bars. However, the concept inspired modern-day bars with a vintage, secretive ambiance.