Speakeasy Does It in San Clemente

Last night, we walked through a hidden door, rang a mysterious bell, and got sized up through a peephole - and suddenly, we were transported to the 1920’s.

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San Clemente’s Roost374

Last night, we walked through a hidden door, rang a mysterious bell, and got sized up through a peephole - and suddenly, we were transported to the 1920’s.

You wait at the door until someone looks through the peephole and let’s you in (or not!)

Inside? Low lighting, velvet booths, jazz playing, and a strict no-cellphone policy that keeps the energy analog. It's moody and intimate.

The cocktails are the main event. I had an original Trader Vic Mai Tai that put every resort version to shame.

Jason’s smoky bourbon creation tasted like it should come with a black-and-white detective monologue.

The bartenders know what they’re doing, and the service is warm without trying too hard. It’

There was music playing and the atmosphere was like I imagine it would be in the 1920s. Very well appointed.

Oh, and don’t bother showing up in shorts, I’ve heard reports they won’t let you in if you are not dressed up!

Bottom line: This place feels like a secret you want to keep but can’t help sharing. Thoughtful, stylish, and just under the radar enough to make you feel like you’re in the know. Get a sneak peek.

📍 Roost374, Camino de Estrella, San Clemente Learn how to find the hidden door

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