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The Twin Cities' hottest club is the speakeasy

Illustration: Sarah Grillo/Axios The "secret" speakeasy is growing in popularity again in the Twin Cities as people search for a unique way to enjoy a drink. The big picture: Speakeasies, which are "underground" venues inspired by illegal bars during the Prohibition era, traditionally serve craft cocktails and small plates at a higher price point, and are "hidden" inside existing venues. What's happening: Established Twin Cities restaurants like Billy Sushi are and some restaurateurs are now making them a staple of their newest haunts. Twin Cities chef Ann Kim opened bonus bars tucked into both in Northeast Minneapolis and her newest restaurant . What they’re saying: “There's a showmanship to it. The bartender can create something just for you in an intimate setting — you can't do that on a patio," said Andrew Avila, who is . The intrigue: Daniel del Prado opened the this summer and is planning a new project , an acclaimed cocktail spot accessible via an unmarked back door.A spokesperson for del Prado declined to provide details on whether his new bar will retain Marvel's sense of mystery. Go deeper (into the bar): Need help finding one of these hidden gems? We've got directions: (Mendota): Go to the back of Lucky’s 13 Pub and look for a staircase. Find the phone at the top, pick it up, and wait for instructions. (Minneapolis): Wander the alley behind Steamship Games in Uptown and look for a steel door with a red light. Reservations suggested. (Stillwater): Go down the "rabbit hole" by entering the JX Event Center and following the sound of 1920s music. (Minneapolis): Walk through the Monte Carlo parking lot and look for a golden eye painted on a dark wall. Reservations suggested. ? (Chanhassen): Head into Tequila Butcher and find the phone booth in the hallway to enter this bar featuring over 500 whiskeys. (Wayzata): The newest Twin Cities speakeasy in the back of Macanda is a vinyl record paradise with accompanying cocktails. Keep an eye on the calendar for the daily list of DJs. Get more local stories in your inbox with .Subscribe Support local journalism by becoming a member.

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