
Category:
Speakeasy
14401 Newport Avenue, Aliso, Tustin
Tiki and pirate vibes
Great spot.
The bar out front is called STOWAWAY, and it's already got a very well done pirate / tiki vibe.
But the bar hidden in the back, called Belly of the Beast, has even more effort put in. I'm very impressed.
They took the same energy and made it darker and spookier. It's themed after the original Pinocchio storyline, which was rather dark, if you've only ever seen the Disney version.
Belly of the Beast, compared to most speakeasies, is also quite unknown. STOWAWAY, is relatively popular, despite being in a casual strip mall, but it's speakeasy still hasn't become as well known.
You shouldn't have an issue getting a table in the speakeasy, and despite it's unassuming location, it's a lovely bar with a lot to offer.