Goodwin's Speakeasy

Review №1

Rating: 5

Very rarely do I give recommendations, this is one of the few. You have to meet the bartender Logan, who is absurdly knowledgeable about every type of concoction and liquor. He is why I am writing this review. My gf is very particular, and seldom a drinker, she prefers sweet, fruity drinks, while this bar caters to business cocktails. Logan went out of his way to make her a passionfruit tiki drink with gin all while providing thorough history on the drinks and liquors being used. Good way to spend the evening in Gruene.

Date: 3 weeks ago

Review №2

Rating: 5

Date: a month ago

Review №3

Rating: 5

This place is a gem! Hand crafted drinks made with pride. If you are lucky enough to have James as your bartender be ready for a special experience. James is extremely knowledgeable about the history of drinks- all you gotta do is ask!

Date: 2 months ago

Review №4

Rating: 5

If you love prohibition style drinks and nice bourbons this is your place. Love the atmosphere and decore and the older gentleman bartending was very knowledgeable

Date: 2 months ago

Review №5

Rating: 5

Date: 3 months ago

Review №6

Rating: 4

This underground speakeasy was an awesome place to go for a drink after spending the day in Gruene. The drinks are great quality, and the service is super attentive. The only thing I would note, is that there is very limited seating. You are not guaranteed a seat, but you are guaranteed to have a good time if you enjoy a good historical feel. Drinks are not cheap, but that s how you know it will be worth it. The speakeasy is NOT kid friendly, but there is an are above the speakeasy where minors are allowed.

Date: 11 months ago

Review №7

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №8

Rating: 5

Nice little gem in Gruene.

Date: a year ago

Review №9

Rating: 5

Perfect hidden gem

Date: a year ago

Review №10

Rating: 5

What an incredible hidden speakeasy in the heart of Gruene. The drinks are spectacularly delicious and well balanced and are priced according. $$$ Not the cheapest place for sure, but such a cool venue.

Date: a year ago

Review №11

Rating: 2

Been to many bars/Speakeasy Bars. Very overpriced, 4 drinks with a tip, $250. Drinks were substandard, didnt finish mine. Enjoyed the atmosphere. But think more attention to drink quality and price would be an upgrade.

Date: a year ago

Review №12

Rating: 1

Ordered 3 drinks from the Speakeasy. I had to order 2 margaritas because I found 2 gnats in my first drink and 1 gnat in my ice cube the second time. Facilities are not clean. $40 for 3 drinks with gnats in them. Would not recommend. Bartender was friendly.

Date: a year ago

Review №13

Rating: 4

Enjoyed the atmosphere and the staff was great.

Date: a year ago

Review №14

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №15

Rating: 5

I love this place! It is very easy to drink to many to fast so the bartenders look out for you! The spicy cucumber is the bomb!!!!

Date: a year ago

Review №16

Rating: 5

Lovebthisnlittlengemmin the basement.... quaint, has little rooms for cozy chatting and sipping on beautifully crafted cocktails.

Date: a year ago

Review №17

Rating: 1

Do not bring your dog. They arent allowed even though they have a picture of a dog on the couch and they answered someones question in a previous post saying they do allow dogs. I brought my dog in there two weeks ago and was immediately told to leave.

Date: a year ago

Review №18

Rating: 5

This place is always awesome. Very knowledgeable on the older drinks.

Date: a year ago

Review №19

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №20

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №21

Rating: 5

Charming, quaint speakeasy and nostalgia galore It s perfection!!!

Date: a year ago

Review №22

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №23

Rating: 5

The best cucumber martini ever! The bartenders take their drinks to a new craft level and have the best customer service skill set. Such a great place to get out of the heat and have a cold one!!

Date: 2 years ago

Review №24

Rating: 5

Date: 2 years ago

Review №25

Rating: 4

Oh my gosh. If you need to get out of the heat and away from the chaos, have a seat here. It opens late (6pm) but was a great hidey hole to get away from the masses of people. Several dark rooms to hide in too!

Date: 2 years ago

Review №26

Rating: 5

Craft cocktails in a quaint, hidden spot in town. The service and drinks are just as charming as the town it s in.

Date: 2 years ago

Review №27

Rating: 5

Unique... great drinks.

Date: 2 years ago

Review №28

Rating: 5

We had a wonderful experience by getting curious, walking down the stairs, and attempting to open the door. The bar manager invited us in and proceeded to explain the history of each cocktail we ordered. We happened upon Goodwins when the holiday rush had already left town, which made for a quiet evening with solid music. The drinks were layered where the first sip tasted different from the last. Try the Floradora or Bramble if you go. Highly recommend!

Date: 2 years ago

Review №29

Rating: 5

Twas very easy to speak.

Date: 2 years ago

Review №30

Rating: 5

This place is so cute and has an excellent liquor selection.

Date: 2 years ago

Review №31

Rating: 5

A Very Historic Speakeasy. A must see!!!

Date: 2 years ago

Review №32

Rating: 5

This is by far the best bar experience Ive ever had in my life. I truly mean that and I grew up in fort worth. Im a history nut and love the period knowledge and history behind the drinks which they specialize in 1880-? Drinks. Its always a pleasure knowing even my great great grandmother knew how to have a good time. Also its refreshing to have a drink experience where the isnt screaming Bachelorette partys in your ear. So hats off to this place.

Date: 2 years ago

Review №33

Rating: 5

Date: 2 years ago

Review №34

Rating: 5

Date: 2 years ago

Review №35

Rating: 5

What a cool place and history. The bartender is awesome, super friendly and makes excellent craft cocktails and great prices too! Love the old school jams....

Date: 2 years ago

Review №36

Rating: 5

Great drinks, great bartenders!

Date: 3 years ago

Review №37

Rating: 5

I was really sad to hear that Goodwins was still closed on July 12, 2021. Best bartender ever. It is a really special place and hands down the best cocktails I have ever had. The care and attention that is placed into each drink along with all the homemade ingredients and hard to find spirits make this an unmatched experience. I hope they are open soon!

Date: 3 years ago

Review №38

Rating: 3

If you like a speakeasy style experience then is an ok place. I like cocktails a lot and found this place lacking. I stayed up stairs in the open area and just had beers. Classic cocktails had house made names, the bartender muddled orange peel in a glass for an old fashioned, and the vermouth had a weird taste which indicated it had not been refrigerated. I realize this seems real nit picky, but like I said, I like well done mixed drinks. If you are really in to the cocktail experience then there is another local haunt you should try.

Date: 3 years ago

Review №39

Rating: 1

Date: 3 years ago

Review №40

Rating: 5

Minimal seating, pricey drinks but a pleasant experience.

Date: 4 years ago

Review №41

Rating: 5

Date: 4 years ago

Review №42

Rating: 5

Great place to try new things, and the owner is a huge history buff- each menu drink comes with a complimentary back story of how that drink came to the USA

Date: 4 years ago

Review №43

Rating: 5

An absolute must try. Home made syrups and perfectly mixed cocktails are a guarantee, here. Dont let the Keep Out sign deter you!

Date: 4 years ago

Review №44

Rating: 5

Billy, Neal and the gang never fail to serv spot on cocktails but dont tell anyone else, Lol.

Date: 4 years ago

Review №45

Rating: 5

Cool Bar! Bartender! Location!

Date: 4 years ago

Review №46

Rating: 5

Great drinks. Delicious cocktails. Old fashion, whiskey sours, Singapore Slings?! Craazy. Plus a ton of champagne cocktails!

Date: 4 years ago

Review №47

Rating: 5

Old fashion on point great vibe feels like an underground hidden chill spot. This place is on our go to spot in new Braunfels from now on. The bartenders are awesome!!! Highly recommend no complaints

Date: 5 years ago

Review №48

Rating: 5

Look for the door. Bartender is super friendly and makes a solid Old Fashioned. Theres not a lot of room, so get here early.

Date: 5 years ago

Review №49

Rating: 5

Fantastic atmosphere and amazing drinks!

Date: 5 years ago

Review №50

Rating: 4

Date: 5 years ago

Review №51

Rating: 5

They have the absolute best old fashioned I have ever had in my entire life. They have imported black plum cherries. The bartenders are all very welcoming and very experienced they make the very best drinks in the state. If you are looking for exemplary service and absolutely spectacular cocktails this is the place. I could not have imagined a better experience from the ambiance to the service to the drinks this place is spectacular!!

Date: 5 years ago

Review №52

Rating: 5

If you can find it, they specialize in classic drinks made the old fashioned way! Fun!

Date: 5 years ago

Review №53

Rating: 4

Best cocktails in Texas though they need more seating and the wait for your drinks can be long.

Date: 5 years ago

Review №54

Rating: 5

Our cocktails where made with proper ingredients and where delicious. Nice hidden gem with chill atmosphere. Almost walked right passed it.

Date: 5 years ago

Review №55

Rating: 5

Nicest bartender I ve ever had and delicious drinks at great prices!

Date: 5 years ago

Review №56

Rating: 5

Cool vibe in this little speakeasy. A good attention to detail in building out this little down low speakeasy.

Date: 6 years ago