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Badin offers a warm, intimate, and distinctly atmospheric venue where jazz nights on Wednesday bring a lively yet cozy vibe, and a doorbell signals the welcome arrival. The setting blends private and communal seating with a lively, welcoming mood, enhanced by a vinyl-led sound system and a thoughtful cocktail program that feels clever and well crafted. Service tends to be friendly and attentive, with bartenders who take time to understand preferences and suggest excellent, sometimes off-menu drinks. The overall experience is described as a must visit, with consistent praise for the quality of drinks and the unique ambience, though a few visits note higher prices, occasional service missteps, and the popularity that can make access tricky. The venue is repeatedly praised for its intimate atmosphere, strong music, and the sense of stepping into a tucked away speakeasy, with guests saying they would return.
Jazz nights are the best. Wednesdays. Ring the doorbell & wait. Great vibe. Great staff. Great concept. Seats around 30 people. Intimate atmosphere but not at the same time
Mar 29, 2026
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Salon Badin is an absolute must.
The atmosphere is unique, the menu is excellent & the staff make the whole experience even better. It's such a warm & welcoming place!
A special mention to Zazu an incredible bartender who takes time to understand what you like & recommends the perfect drink. Can't wait to come back!!!
Zazu was our bartender & she was very skilled! Our drinks were delicious, she also was kind enough to give us recommendations for the rest of the night. It was a wonderful atmosphere with excellent music. Would love to come back here.
Fin de soirée très agréable au Badin un jeudi. Nous avons goûté quelques cocktails maison, bien que somme toute dispendieux (18-20$), ils étaient très bien réalisés & nous n'avons pas été déçus. Le service était bon & amical. Il y a eu seulement un petit oubli du serveur qui a été compensé à juste valeur. La sélection de la DJ ajoutait beaucoup à l'expérience cozy, feutrée & élégante d'une soirée en couple ou entre amis. Le tout demeurait accessible. Nous recommanderons & reviendrons!
Rang, waited 10 minutes. No answer. Walked into their affiliated restaurant - waiter asked how many we were, told us to hang tight & that he would open the door.
Nous sommes venu le soir de la st-Valentin, & sommes assis au bar. Une belle ambiance intime, conversation superbe avec l'ensemble du staff & des cocktails de qualité.
Excellent service de la part de Tristan & Armel.
An absolutely perfect speakeasy, perfect dimmed lighting, comfortable seating, warm & welcoming staff, stellar DJ making sure the vibe is immaculate, 10/10 all around. Drinks & food are perfect too!!
Jan 9, 2026
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Cool underground speakeasy, great vibes, easy to hang out at. Can be difficult to get in as only 35 seats. Honestly I want impressed with the cocktails ($20+, & small) given their extravagant names. Atwater cocktail club around the corner has a keg up on this place. I would return though.
Hidden in the basement of a breakfast spot, Badin had a great atmosphere with their vinyl & sound system setup while also serving great cocktails. Great little spot for drinks, good music & overall good vibes.
I thoroughly enjoyed the live Jazz Night (Wednesdays, $10 cover added to your bill) with a friend from out of town who was impressed by this fantastic speakeasy. Émile who was our bartender & an outstanding mixologist is friendly & engaging, & you can tell he loves what he does. Go. You'll have a blast!
