Best bar / speakeasy I’ve been to, drinks were perfect and crafted with excellence. Very cool vibes and cool spots to sit. We celebrated a wedding anniversary here and enjoyed every second. Drinks are appropriately priced for the quality you get. Best one we had was “Fools Paradise” (pictured in tall glass). No food offerings, but small pies were there and good. Had the bourbon pecan pie

Tucked away in downtown Louisville, Hell or High Water is one of those hidden gems that nails the speakeasy vibe without trying too hard. From the moment you walk in, the atmosphere feels thoughtfully curated—dim lighting, plush seating, and a vintage flair that feels equal parts cozy and classy. It's the kind of place where you can actually hear the person you're talking to, making it perfect for a laid-back night out. The ambience is effortlessly chill, with smooth jazz and soul playing softly in the background, and the staff is welcoming without being overbearing. Whether you're sipping one of their inventive cocktails or just soaking in the surroundings, the space invites you to slow down and enjoy the moment. Definitely a spot worth checking out if you’re into well-crafted drinks and an upscale, relaxed setting.

A unique experience! My boyfriend booked one of the private rooms and as you can see it was very cozy and overlooked the rest of the speakeasy. It was so nice to not only be in a hidden gem in town, but also in a hidden spot within the space! It is very intimate and the drinks are delicious. Support local ...

Please excuse the bad photo. This is probably our favorite bar in Louisville. The speakeasy nature makes you feel like you've just stumbled into another world. It's especially nice in the winter IMO, very warm and cozy vibes. The drinks are fun and there's plenty of options. Definitely on the pricier side but nothing unheard of. I recommend trying to get a seat in the library section. Very cool to look through the spines and people-watch there.

Hell or High Water offers an intimate, immersive speakeasy experience that combines Jazz Age aesthetics with modern craft cocktails. Located discreetly beneath Whiskey Row, (around the back door of Duluth)the bar’s hidden entrance and stylish two-story library design add to its mysterious charm. Reservations are often recommended to secure a spot but if you are a small party and walking by just ask the doorman if there is anything at the bar. The craft drinks are with the visit along with top notch bourbon menu.

Cool place with lots of beer selection at reasonable prices. Exception is that appetizers were a bit over priced.

I can understand why this speakeasy is one of the highest rated and most recommended in Louisville. It has such a cool feel inside, almost like one of the common rooms in Hogwarts in the back. Such beautiful exposed brick and bookshelves, with cozy, intimate seating. The service was on point and we were very well attended. We each had several cocktails from the menu, all of which were phenomenal. The struggle buggy was delicious, but I thoroughly enjoyed the smooth, drinkable old-fashioned that I had and picked the bourbon I wanted from their very extensive liquor menu. The prices are all very fair for what you're getting. If I go back to Louisville, I'll come back here in a heartbeat.

An exceptional find while visiting Louisville! Do yourself a favor and get reservations, we lucked out getting them the day before. especially if you can get them in the library with a live band. There was a fantastic jazz band while we were there. Spots are for 2 hours in our experience which is more than sufficient to enjoy a few incredible cocktails. "dealers choice" was popular with our group, but the house punch at 10 was incredible! Need to figure out that recipe at home. A walk in the park and calling card #1 were also fantastic, well made, and very balanced cocktails. The staff here was amazing! They were incredibly attentive, perfect timing with when we were ready for another drink. Seating and atmosphere were awesome! Crushed velvet seats were super comfortable. Dim lighting helps add to the atmosphere.