Key Points:
- The Lock is inside the Cabinet of Curiosities and has an entrance resembling a bank vault door.
- To get in, use the phone to the left of the door to confirm your reservation or gauge if there’s space.
- I love the scene, and the drinks are great… Although the puzzle to get in is challenging.
Speakeasies in Las Vegas are sprouting up everywhere, and Horseshoe is getting in on the act.
Found within their Cabinet of Curiosities lounge, the entrance isn’t exactly hidden… It’s a massive safe door. It stands out.
I’ recently had a chance to swing by and thought it would be fun to share how to get into The Lock, and give you a peek inside.
I’ve visited a handful of times now, and figured it’d be fun to give you a look around.
How to Find The Lock
Make your way to the back wall of Horseshoe’s casino floor and take the escalator down (near Jack Binion’s Steakhouse).
You’ll see the bar at the bottom of that escalator across the hallway from the Twilight Zone Mini Golf course and Real Bodies.
Once inside the Cabinet of Curiosities, find the vault door (pictured below). That’s the entrance to The Lock.
How to Get Into The Lock Speakeasy
While I’ve had luck as a “walk-in”, reservations are recommended. It can be busy.
If you have reservations, pick up the “old-timey” looking phone to the left of the door and alert the person who answers that you’re there for your reservation.
The person on the other end of the line asked if I was a cop, to which I responded “No”.
I was told to knock when the illuminated key above the vault door changed color and to communicate the provided password to the person on the other side of the door.
If you don’t have reservations (as I didn’t), you can pick up the phone and ask if there is availability to fit you in. I was fortunate enough to get a seat.
After knocking and providing the password, I was escorted into a small second room. This is where things got a little confusing. Here’s the room I’m referring to:
In this room, there are two doors that lead to the speakeasy. You need to open one to gain entry.
To open either door, you need to find and enter the correct 4-digit code into the black keypad.
You’ll find the code to either door by opening the safes in this room. I’d explain it, but it’s long and boring. Don’t stress it, there’s an employee there that’ll help you figure it out.
Inside The Lock Speakeasy
On the other side of the safe door is a small room that can seat around 20-25 people at any given time.
The venue has a distinct prohibition-era vibe, with period-specific jazz playing overhead, and even a Charlie Chaplin flick projected on the wall (how TF anyone found that was entertaining is beyond me).
There’s a 2-drink minimum, and they can make whatever you like, but prefer you let their bartenders get creative and make you something unique based on your likes.
Drinks cost $20-$25, so you can expect to pay $50 per person before tip. Spendy, but I think it’s worth it.
For round 1, I asked Daniel to concoct a standard Old Fashioned, which was spectacular.
I used their “Secret Order Form” for my second drink, which asks about your current mood, preferred style, ideal vacation destination, and zodiac sign. From that, they can create something you should enjoy.
The questions are complete nonsense, lol.
The cocktail constructed from this information was a sweet, cinnamon concoction… served in a… bird, which forced me to drink from it’s rear end. It was fun.
On the topic of service, I can’t say enough good things.
Not only did Daniel craft one hell of a drink, but he was good company. Although busy, he found plenty of time to chat me up as he made drinks for others and seemed genuinely engaged.
Every employee I’ve interacted with over the years has been spectacular. This is the kind of place you feel welcome, even if you’re flying solo.
While the cocktails were great, they weren’t cheap. My tab ended up being $60 pre-tip, although I think Daniel used a higher-quality liquor in one of my drinks than is standard. Totally cool, as I told him to “surprise me” with something unique.
Drink 1 was $36, and drink 2 was $20. While that’s steeper than I’d prefer, $20 for a cocktail at a Vegas speakeasy is pretty standard.
Overall, I found my experience at The Lock to be fantastic. The service, drinks, and challenging entry all met my expectations, and I’d recommend scoping it out next time you’re in town.
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I’m a former software salesman turned Vegas aficionado. While the craps table is my preferred habitat, I pull myself away to explore new attractions, shows, restaurants, and outdoor activities around Las Vegas with the intent of sharing my experiences.
Ultimately, I just want to help folks plan a better trip and save a few bucks in the process.