New Society, the basement speakeasy below Monstera Mezcaleria & Natural Wine Bar on South Grand, announced on social media that it will soon close for good. The experimental cocktail bar opened in 2023 and was a partnership between Meredith Barry, of Platypus, and Monstera’s Michael Fricker.
“Every menu told a story, but the real story was always the one unfolding across the bar – with full hearts, we’re announcing that New Society will close its final chapter at the end of 2025,” the post states. “From day one, this was never just about serving drinks. We wanted to create a place where walls came down, ideas flowed, and people felt seen—challenged, comforted, and connected. … We have a few final weeks left to capture that feeling one more time. Come sit with us, share a drink, and let’s close this era the way we started it: together.”
Fricker told Sauce that he has some plans for the space, but he’s not ready to announce just yet. “As much as I love New Society, the world around us is different now. It felt like the right moment to listen, adapt, and keep moving toward what’s next,” Fricker said. “There are some really dope plans but I’m not announcing anything for a bit. I want to let New Society have its closure and we’ll announce what’s next for the space when the time is right.”
Read the full post online, and make sure you check out our podcast episode with Michael Fricker.