Stepping through the doorway, you are welcomed by an eclectic mix of modern and classic ambience,\u00a0referencing both San Francisco’s timeless vibrancy and the owner Matt Ho’s Asian heritage. The lounge-style speakeasy leaves a memorable impression with graffiti-covered walls, brightly colored seating booths, and mahjong-lined tables, all accentuated by candles, chandeliers, and neon lights.<\/p>\n
Read more: The 10 Most Overrated Liquor Brands<\/a><\/p>\n What can you expect when visiting The Felix? Two glasses of cocktail on a mahjong table inside The Felix in San Francisco – Cynthia H.\/Yelp<\/p>\n Just for the menu alone, The Felix might be one of the most unique speakeasies in the world<\/a>.\u00a0 The Felix draws heavy inspiration from Asian cuisine with traditional ingredients like lychee, chrysanthemum, aloe, makrut lime, etc. You might also spot Vietnamese black coffee’s signature bitter edge when downing an Espresso Cheeky.\u00a0There’s even a drink built from S\u00f4ng C\u00e1i Floral \u2014 a Vietnamese dry gin that boasts botanical sweetness. Most peculiar is the Pho Wimme, featuring beef fat rendered from the bistro above’s pho tallow broth mixed with whiskey, creating a unique blend of savory and herby flavors. Meanwhile, the beer selection bears influences from China and Japan \u2014 a stellar pick for those who like to venture beyond familiar types of beer<\/a>.<\/p>\n The drinks, of course, are only one of the many reasons this hidden bar is endlessly packed. Loyal customers and newcomers alike flock to it to get lost in the rhythm. Small as it may be, the dance floor provides enough space for guests to move and groove to their hearts’ content. Different DJs bring it to life every week with house music, starting from around 9 p.m. or 10 p.m.,\u00a0all the way until past midnight. Occasionally, there are also live bands jamming out and a variety of other fun social activities, such as culinary pop-ups and mahjong nights.\u00a0You can even book the lounge for private parties with a capacity of up to 70 people.<\/p>\n Want more food knowledge? Sign up to our free newsletter<\/a> where we’re helping thousands of foodies, like you, become culinary masters, one email at a time. You can also add us as a preferred search source<\/a> on Google.<\/p>\n![\"Two](\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/50e24511cf4ac4858bd1199c9cf8323e.jpeg\"\/)
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