Imagine walking up to a very unassuming wood door tucked
away under Factor’s Walk and ringing a door bell. A very small window at the
top opens and a man stares out waiting to see the one thing that will get you
through the door, your silver key. The door opens and you step across the threshold
and you’re immediately transported to another time and place. Where are you?
Mata Hari’s, of course, Savannah’s one and only “Speak Easy”. Once inside it’s
not hard to imagine that you have time traveled back to the 1920’s or 30’s and
the age of Prohibition and hidden secret clubs. The décor, the music and staff
all set the stage.
Let’s start with the décor. You are surrounded by an eclectic
blend of antiques and shabby chic. Nice comfortable chairs and couches in small
groupings, making it easy for intimate conversations. There’s a small classic
looking bar and a stage where the songstress will soon come out to entertain
you. There’s even a pool table.
The staff extends the experience with the waitresses in
their tuxedo and tails leotards with fishnet hose and bartenders who still know
how to pour a real drink, if you know what I mean. Then there is the music and it’s
utterly amazing. The songstress takes the stage in her long evening gown and
perfectly coiffed hair looking like she just stepped out of an old Bogart film.
When she begins to sing the transportation is complete. There is even a small
space for dancing to this wonderful music.
If you’re looking for a romantic spot to take your honey or
to gather with a few of your closest friends, this is the place. Try it out
next time you visit Savannah and the Zeigler House Inn. I’ll give you the
secret to getting in to do a little time traveling of your own!
