Hereafter

Great atmosphere! Hosted our book club here and their basement space was cozy with an eccentric feel! Great service and even better drinks! Looking forward to joining some of their upcoming events!

Super cool space and the vibe was chill! Limited range on craft cocktails but what’s on menu was excellent. The bartenders were super friendly and they really made the atmosphere. They even learned to make aviation cocktails for us and they were spectacular. Great place to hangout with friends.

We were looking for a speakeasy experience and were so glad to find this place. It’s not really obscure or hard to find but off the beaten path just enough. The atmosphere is dive-y and quirky, built for fun. Charlie the bartender had a great sense of humor and most importantly made very tasty drinks. We ended up reluctantly playing a trivia game, had a great time anyway, and won great prizes. Some good smelling food was available at a restaurant upstairs but we didn’t get any. On the Louisville list of got-to-gos!

I’ve been to a few speakeasies and was stoked to check this place out. One of the neat things about a speakeasy is that the act of entering is immersive. This place had an entrance like a standard bar with a sign on the street and additional signage inside. While that may be practical, it takes away from the allure of needing a password or special permission to go into a sudo-private space. A velvet curtain upon entrance would have been cool. The lighting was also brighter than I expected for a space like that. We got the loaded tots and they were bomb. The chicken was well seasoned. So yeah, the place is cool, but with a few tweaks can be closer to a more true ‘speakeasy’ experience.

What a hidden gem! Walking into the bar felt like stepping into a completely different world. The atmosphere? The bartenders? The drinks? All superb. My husband had some excellent whiskey while I was accommodated with an amazing mocktail. A definite need to go if you're in Louisville!

Hereafter is a hidden gem that feels more like a speakeasy than most bars billed as "speakeasies". Getting down to the bar is a fun adventure. But what makes this place special isn't just the vibe, the decor, the soft lighting, or the wonderful cocktails both on or off menu. It's the service. Bandit and Tel are exceptional bartenders. Not just in their skill, but their genuine care for their customers. You come to the bar for a drink, but make friends along the way. It's a pretty special place. I'm hesitant to leave a review, because I'd love it to be my secret, but it's selfish to hoard such a lovely place and team. Thank you all!! ♥️

Came here last night, the vibes were interesting. Two of the bartenders were very chatty and informative, but the bartender we were sitting in front of kept leaning against the counter on her phone and staring up at us like she didn’t want us to be there. Fortunately, we had a good time chatting with the other two. Overall, would probably come back.

An amazing atmosphere with incredible staff and delicious drinks! We hosted our book club here and it was the perfect venue. The drinks were super tasty and beautiful - definitely will be back!

This place was way cool. Another place located in the basement and chill vibe. They have food, bourbon and cocktails, and my husband had a few drinks. The lovely Lily was performing tonight, good voice/ covers, which had me staying longer than I anticipated. Staff is young, energetic and all very friendly. Crowd totally mixed and just a good time. Love the decor too!!

I had an amazing time here at Hereafter! The drinks were just splendid and the pricing was very reasonable too! The service was just super friendly and very hardworking. The ambiance was cool and interior was clean! 5 stars.

The Sazerac at Hereafter continues to be my favorite in Louisville, and when you mix a great sazerac with great entertainment, the possibilities are endless (and dangerous). I will always call this place Jimmy Can't Dance, but I am grateful for any name change that keeps this place open. I recommend a burlesque night, but any night here is a good night!

Hidden away dark speakeasy type place with creative cocktails, live music, quirky staff. One of them was coloring with a GIANT tub of well organized markers at the bar. That did not detract from her service. We got drinks when we wanted them and they were good. I would go here with some regularity if I lived nearby. Give it a shot if oddball bars are your thing.

Great vibe... friendly staff... quirky in the best of ways. This is the downstairs bar for The Misfit Lou. You can order off of that menu and your order gets delivered to you in the bar. This joint is a bit off the beaten path as compared to the downtown bars, but totally worth seeking out. Better prices, expertly crafted cocktails and overall great vibe.

Fun little speakeasy bar in downtown Louisville! The bartender was so friendly, with her Malort sweater and all! We had some time to kill and Hereafter had been recommended to us by one of our tour guides so we figured we'd check it out! We arrived just as they opened and it happened to be Happy Hour as well! We chatted with the sweet bartender and had a couple drinks. The inside is decorated very well, great vibes! I was curious about the upstairs, not sure if thats open to patrons or not but I did not investigate. Keep this place in mind if you are looking for a speakeasy spot for some drinks!

Beautiful place! I love their entrance. It is so neat. You have to see it for yourself. The bartenders are so nice and the cocktails are amazing. They do have live music from Wed to Saturday with different bands or singers. This is the place that I will go back.

Absolutely love this place! Me and my wife originally came here before dinner reservations on our anniversary over a year ago but have come back multiple times! It's a great atmosphere to hang out, chill, talk, and have a few drinks. The staff are absolutely incredible! Every time we come they always make us very welcomed and talk to us like we've known them for years! We have also met one of the owners working there before and she was the hardest worker there! You can tell the owners expect nothing but the best service from their employees! This is our favorite little spot where we have created a lot of memories! No college kids or frat boys looking to get lit or turnt up. Just a great crowd of adults looking to wind down and chill out.

Stellar service from the friendliest bartenders!!!! Drinks were top notch!! Cool atmosphere...plus there's a good chance of ghosts! 10 stars.

Great date spot or place to grab a nice cocktail with friends. It's in the basement of the misfit and has a good amount of seating. The drink menu had a lot of good options. I can't remember the names of what we ordered but one was an old fashioned and the other had a pear flavor to it. Both were great. There wasn't any live music but I could see this place being busy if they had someone playing. Cool spot!

Sweet chill vibe with fabulous drink menu!! Really great live music and place to chillax

I spent the weekend In Louisville on a work trip and this bar was easily the best experience I had. Amazing cocktails, amazing service and amazing vibe. Zack, KP, and Bandit made me feel right at home with great conversations and great drinks. I went meaning to spend time enough for one cocktail, but ended up staying for three hours. When I come back to town this is the first place I'll be visiting.

Stopped in Saturday night after dinner at Mussels and Burgers with a friend. And to say that we enjoyed it is a understatement! Zach our primary bartender was and absolute pleasure! We gave him free reign, and he definitely did not disappoint! Between his awesome personality and the cool chill vibe, it made for a great night! We'll definitely make a return visit!

Who doesn't love a cozy, warm cocktail bar nestled in the basement of a deli? This spot brings lots of original charm and gives a vintage feel that almost transports you to another time. The low lighting helps give it a romantic feel and definitely helps us all look our absolute best. They often have some fun entertainment going on as well, so make sure you don't miss out on some live music or stand up comedy! The staff are friendly and know how to mix a solid cocktail! They also have plenty of wine, beer, and mocktail options if you're more inclined. Throw on your favorite fit and head down to Hereafter for a memorable night! Hey, you might even fall in love while you're there...or at least score a hot new crush!

My favorite speakeasy in Louisville, hands down. Cozy, dimly lit, comfortable, with exposed brick and vintage artwork and decor, it really gives off the vibe of a special destination. The owners are gregarious and welcoming. Their mixologists have won cocktail awards and it shows. The menu is well curated and the prices are so affordable. I've seen some great live music here as well, usually something jazzy or bluesy, it really sets the mood. Definitely a new local go-to!

If you're looking for the Speakeasy vibe this is your place. They play old movies and mix some of the best cocktails you have ever tasted. The service was great!!!

A really cool place. Speakeasy feel. Great service. Love the drink selection. Highly recommend.

Really enjoyed it for an after dinner drink. Unassuming place below street level. At first my wife wasn't sure but we grabbed a table and ordered some drinks. Competent bartenders and good drinks. There was a 1950s Japanese sci-fi movie playing ( no sound). Nice selection of music playing. Fun place

What a super cool space! Huge selection of drinks, craft cocktails, and beers. Staff is well versed and knowledgeable in bourbon from their work in the local area. Met the owners and they are very enthusiastic and welcoming, another great find in downtown Louisville.