Key Party

Vancouver


Walk through the doorway of a fake storefront that looks like an accountancy office and you'll find yourself in a candlelit, boudoir-red speakeasy dominated by a dramatic mural of frolicking women and animals. Arrive early to avoid the queues, then fully explore the entertaining cocktail program (Kir Royale champagne jello shooters included).

Despite the playful name, this is not a swingers party joint, although there's a cheeky bowl of stuck-down keys by the entrance and you'll also be given a chewy sour-candy key when you leave. If you can't wait that long, there's a small array of bar snacks to fortify you as well.


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