# The Back Room > The Back Room — Speakeasy bars in New York, NY. ## Key facts - **URL**: https://frankiapp.com/business/the-back-room-35729 - **Type**: Bars - **Cuisine**: Speakeasy - **Location**: New York, NY - **Address**: 102 Norfolk St, New York, NY 10002, US - **Phone**: 12122285098 - **Website**: https://www.backroomnyc.com - **Coordinates**: 40.718763, -73.986995 - **Claimed**: unclaimed - **Vibes**: Classy, Cozy ## About The Back Room is one of only two speakeasies in New York City that actually operated during Prohibition, tucked behind a hidden alley entrance on Norfolk Street in the Lower East Side. Guests enter through a discreet passage concealed beneath The LES Toy Company sign, stepping into an authentic 1920s atmosphere complete with vintage decor, old-fashioned furniture, and beautiful paintings. Cocktails and mocktails are served in teacups, a nod to the bar's Prohibition-era roots. The space suits date nights, group hangouts, and celebrations, with a classy yet cozy feel that draws a lively crowd on weekends. ## Hours - Monday: 7:30pm - 11:59pm, 12am - 2am - Tuesday: 7:30pm - 11:59pm, 12am - 3am - Wednesday: 7:30pm - 11:59pm, 12am - 3am - Thursday: 12am - 3am, 7:30pm - 11:59pm - Friday: 12am - 4am, 7:30pm - 11:59pm - Saturday: 12am - 4am, 7:30pm - 11:59pm - Sunday: 12am - 2am, 7:30pm - 11:59pm ## Highlights - **Teacup cocktails** — Drinks arrive in teacups, a genuine nod to Prohibition-era concealment. - **Hidden alleyway entrance** — A secret passage behind The LES Toy Company sign leads you inside. - **Live jazz Mondays** — Free live jazz runs every Monday night from 9pm to 12:30am. - **Authentic 1920s decor** — Vintage furniture and period paintings create a genuinely historic atmosphere. ## FAQ ### Where is The Back Room located? The Back Room is at 102 Norfolk St, New York, NY 10002, in the Lower East Side. The entrance is hidden behind a discreet alleyway concealed beneath The LES Toy Company sign, so keep an eye out for it. ### What are The Back Room's hours? The Back Room is open Monday through Sunday starting at 7:30pm. Monday and Sunday nights close at 2:00am, Tuesday and Wednesday nights close at 3:00am, Thursday nights close at 3:00am, and Friday and Saturday nights close at 4:00am. ### How can I contact or learn more about The Back Room? You can reach The Back Room by phone at (212) 228-5098 or visit backroomnyc.com to explore details about reservations and private events. ### What is the concept behind The Back Room? The Back Room is one of only two speakeasies in New York City that actually operated during Prohibition, and it retains much of its original 1920s character. Cocktails and mocktails are served in teacups as a direct homage to how drinks were disguised during that era. The decor features vintage furniture and period paintings that give the space a genuinely historic feel. Guests often describe it as a truly original and immersive experience. ### What is Franki? Franki is a restaurant discovery app that helps you find great places to eat through real video reviews from actual diners. You can browse reviews, photos, and videos of The Back Room on Franki, and earn cash back when you dine there. Download Franki on the App Store or Google Play to start exploring. ### Does The Back Room have a dress code? Yes, The Back Room enforces a dress code. Baseball hats, flip flops, and tank tops for men are not permitted, and real fur is also not allowed. Fake fur, leather, and suede are all fine. ### What is the age policy at The Back Room? On Sundays through Thursdays, guests must be 21 or older. On Fridays and Saturdays, the minimum age is 25. Guests under 21 are not permitted at any time. ### Does The Back Room have live music or DJs? Every Monday, The Back Room hosts a free live jazz night with doors opening at 6pm and the band playing from 9pm to 12:30am. On Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays, a DJ plays from 9pm until close, spinning an eclectic mix that includes rock and roll, R&B, soul, funk, disco, hip hop, and top 40. ### Is The Back Room available for private events? Yes, The Back Room offers full buyout options, a private room, and access to sister bars for private events. Full buyouts and private room bookings can also accommodate catered food, and reservations are welcome to bring a cake with their own plates and utensils. ## Reviews ### jennyc — 2.4/5 · Jan 23, 2023 Speakeasy with beautiful paintings, old fashioned furniture and decor. Small bar, rows of people waiting to get a drink. Smelled like a hot yoga room in there. Cool but too crowded, no seats, bad air :) 5/10 ### priyas_plates — 5.0/5 · May 16, 2023 the backroom nyc is a speakeasy designed like the prohibition era. They serve cocktails in teacups like they did during this time. Entrance can be tricky to find but its below a staircase and through a brief underpass to reach here. Seriously suchh a cool concept. They have great mocktails as well ### munchwithashley — 3.6/5 · Jan 21, 2023 Hidden speakeasy bar in the east village. Walk through the hidden alley and go up the stairs to find yourself this vintage bar. Quite busy on a friday night so go as early as 5pm to snatch yourself a nice booth or seat at the bar! ### priyas_plates — 4.1/5 · May 6, 2023 secret prohibition themed speakeasy where the drinks are served in cups ### priyas_plates — 5.0/5 · Apr 29, 2023 a secret prohibition style speakeasy ### biteworthyindeed — 4.3/5 · Apr 26, 2025 With a discreet back alleyway entrance hidden behind The LES Toy Company sign, this spot is one of only two speakeasies remaining in NYC that actually operated during Prohibition. Truly an original 1920's speakeasy, the Back Room played host to a variety of patrons from actors to gangsters, even Bugsy Siegel himself. Step inside, be transported back to the roaring 1920's, and sip your cocktail from a teacup... just like they used to secretly drink during Prohibition.