Atas Speakeasy (above Lee Eng Kee) - Ipoh, Perak

Kathleen L.

This place has no signboard, and the door was locked when we've arrived. So we called the speakeasy and they opened the door automatically. I would advise you to call and book and then call for them to give you entry. The staircase going up was in such reddish dimmed lighting, giving a hue of secrecy and mystery. Once you reach upstairs, the bar is on the right end, and it has chairs around the U-shaped bar. They were, I think, 3 large areas of sofa and chairs for larger group. I think they have 2 tables of 2 people. The cocktails menu was with an extensive list. Interesting choices.

Note : kids friendly and no smoking

Aaron L.

Came on a Thursday night no booking. Ducked in while someone was walking out.
Well decorated space, forget that you’re in Ipoh!
Drinks are pretty delicious and free nibbles to snack on.
There’s games to play which is awesome.
Only downside is the speed of service. Seems to be only 1 bartender and not a super busy night but we would wait almost 25min for 3-4 drinks.
Otherwise staff super friendly and a small cool space for post dinner drinks!

Melissa E.

Thought place to find … but when you do, it’s worth it. Came here on a weekend for early drinks, and it was quite the experience. Cannot remember what the heck we ordered, but it was all awesome. The vibe in here was great, loved the art on the walls and the lighting. Really friendly staff. Highly recommend!

Keith S.

Shame it was so quiet, but the cocktails were fab and the playlist was the best! Ring to get access when you get to the door.

ahNien

Perfect place for some drinks n chill in small groups. Nice comfy ambience n low noise level for great conversation flow while enjoying the cocktails.
Entry by Reservation only, hence do drop them a call to avoid disappointment. Not that they won’t let you in, but Im guessing the reservations is for crowd n capacity control. As during my visit, I onli notice the owner running the place herself frm welcoming people to taking orders, serving n also mixing. Mixing the cocktails could also take up quite a bit of time after the places fills up.
Overall great place n would definitely visit again during my next Ipoh stop. Prices are also rather friendly

Mark S.

Two nights running there are two bags of ice sitting outside the brown door. The first night at about 8pm, I just presume that ATAS must be closed because the website says a 7.30pm opening time. The next night at about 8.20pm, I phone, and am told the bar will open at 8.30pm. Five minutes later a woman arrives, unlocks and disappears inside telling me she needs a few minutes to set up.
At 8.30pm I follow another arriving staff member up the stairs into and through two cosy and nicely decorated rooms to a horseshoe bar area in front of two large stained windows. There are numerous liquor bottles spread out beneath the two windows.
The mixologist and owner is bright and effervescent (plus very cute) as she creates my first drink all the while engaging in conversation, telling me about her bar and business.
Her manner is very easy going and hospitable. So much so, that my planned one drink ends up becoming two! Both drinks are well executed and of good measure. I’m the only customer as her white cat prowls the space which will soon have other customers who have made later reservations. Just before 10pm, I depart back down the stairs after a completely unexpected find in Ipoh. Well worth visiting.

Peter G.

A speakeasy that requires reservation and do not take in walk-ins. We had to call on arrival to get a table. It’s a pretty decent bar with modern pop hit songs playing in the background. Kudos to the blonde waiter who was extremely friendly and beet helpful with the drink recommendation. The drinks are good. Apparently they do a monthly cocktail and food pairing too.

Pegasus (.

I really loved the night, was cozy with Halloween themed! Love the Mr Catto too
The staff was friendly. Love this hidden bar