The Lodge Tavern

Category:

Honorable Mention

21 W Division St

Rustic "Cheers" vibe, with free peanuts.

This bar itself isn't hidden at all, but I've heard whispers online (and from the bartender lol) that they have a tiny speakeasy in the back, out in the alley around the corner.

The hidden spot is open Friday and Saturday nights, and I didn't go on the right night to check it out, but I'll definitely be back to check it out - this was just a recon mission. ;)

The Lodge generally though, has a really pleasant relaxed atmosphere - small town vibes, and they have peanuts at every table and bar spot. When you eat a peanut, you just toss the shell on the floor - and I assume they clean it all up at the end of the night. I had a fun time standing up at the end of my visit with a satisfying *crunch* sound from my peanut victims beneath my shoes.

I'll be back to collect more intel on the speakeasy soon - and see whether or not we need to bump this up to the real speakeasy list!

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