The Honey Pot

Unlike the open-air rooftops and oceanview dining rooms that define most of the cove's social scene, this is a low-lit, reservation-only back room that feels intentionally separate from the rest of Prospect Street. The speakeasy framing is a bit generous—it's literally the back room of Beeside Balcony, sharing the same menu—but the setup does create a more intimate alternative to the main restaurant's typical coastal brightness.

The cocktail list leans botanical and spirit-forward. The lavender bees knees is the most-ordered drink for a reason: floral without tipping into perfume territory, gin-based, photogenic. Beef sliders are the menu anchor—small, well-seasoned, good for grazing between rounds. Beyond that, you're working from Beeside's full menu, which means you can make a proper meal of it if you want, though most treat this as a drinks-first spot.

The main disconnect is atmosphere. Several reviews mention the lighting being too bright for a speakeasy, which tracks—the room doesn't quite commit to the dim, moody aesthetic you'd expect. It feels more like a private dining room than a hidden cocktail den. Still, for date nights or small groups looking to avoid the typical Prospect Street scene, it offers something different: a quieter corner with tableside service and no ocean views to compete for.

Reservations are required, which keeps walk-in crowds out but also means spontaneity isn't an option. Park in the public structures below the bluff and walk up—street parking on Prospect is a lost cause after 6pm.