Looking for alternative words for the phrase "after hours joint"? Here are a few: speakeasy, dive bar, nightspot, underground club, secret bar, hidden tavern, late-night haunt, back-alley pub, hole-in-the-wall, low-lit hangout, private club, illicit lounge, unmarked bar, covert watering hole, subterranean den. These terms all evoke a sense of secrecy, intimacy, and exclusivity, whether it's because the venue is hidden from view, serves forbidden drinks, or caters to a specific crowd. So whether you're looking for a new place to drink and socialize outside of traditional bar hours or simply want to add some variety to your vocabulary, try using one of these synonyms to describe your next after-hours destination.