Can you believe the Roaring Twenties took place a century ago? A decade of decadence and change, one of the lasting icons of the era is the speakeasy. If you’re looking for a way to celebrate a special occasion 1920s-style, then you’ll want to check out The Last Word, a speakeasy located in Michigan.
Just like speakeasies of yore, The Last Word is hidden away in an otherwise mundane area marked only by a shining red light.
The_GR_Blade/TripAdvisor The only hint of the speakeasy—besides the red light—is a small plaque on a wall reading “The LW.”
Once you determine how to enter, walk downstairs into a basement and prepare yourself for a night of drink and jazz.
The Last Word/Facebook Dim with rich dark wood, walls covered in vintage photos, and a full bar for any drink your heart desires, this clandestine bar is everything you’d wish for in a speakeasy of yesteryear.
The bar options are extensive. You can order from a list of wines and beers but cocktails are what the bartenders here specialize in.
The Last Word/Facebook Their cocktail menu is arranged by palate, shifting from light, citrusy drinks to those heavier, spicier, and more bitter or sweeter in flavor. In fact, one of their last drinks listed is the Flaming Volcano, a pricey drink featuring “lots of rum, a bit of brandy, [and] more rum.”
If you’re really hoping for a vintage experience, the bar also serves old fashioned absinthe drinks.
The Last Word/Facebook This delicate and time-consuming process is both exhilarating to watch and the sweet, herbal libation will raise your spirits.
If you need some food to enjoy with that drink, don’t fret! The Last Word also features a small food menu for appetizers and small meals.
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And don’t forget the jazz! On select nights, The Pherotones play jazz classic, lounge-style covers, and even drinking songs.
The Last Word/Facebook Are you ready for an unforgettable night?
The Last Word is located in downtown Ann Arbor, Michigan, along Huron and 1st streets.
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The bar is open Monday from 5 p.m. to 12 a.m., and Tuesday through Saturday from 5 p.m. to 2 a.m. It is closed Sundays. For details about their menu, special events, and more, visit their website or Facebook page.
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The only hint of the speakeasy—besides the red light—is a small plaque on a wall reading “The LW.”
The Last Word/Facebook
Dim with rich dark wood, walls covered in vintage photos, and a full bar for any drink your heart desires, this clandestine bar is everything you’d wish for in a speakeasy of yesteryear.
Their cocktail menu is arranged by palate, shifting from light, citrusy drinks to those heavier, spicier, and more bitter or sweeter in flavor. In fact, one of their last drinks listed is the Flaming Volcano, a pricey drink featuring “lots of rum, a bit of brandy, [and] more rum.”
This delicate and time-consuming process is both exhilarating to watch and the sweet, herbal libation will raise your spirits.
Are you ready for an unforgettable night?
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Website: thelastwordbar.com Facebook: The Last Word Address: 301 Huron St, Ann Arbor, MI 48104 Phone: 734-585-5691
The Last Word isn’t the only speakeasy you’ll find in Michigan. The Relief & Resource Co. in Fenton is a speakeasy hidden somewhere in the vicinity of the Latin American restaurant, El Topo. For details, read There’s A Wonderful Secret Hiding In The Back Of This Taco Restaurant In Michigan.
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Address: 301 W Huron St, Ann Arbor, MI 48103, USA
