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Roseville speakeasy Daniello’s shuts down: ‘Thank you for three incredible years’

Daniello’s Speakeasy, a Roseville bar and steakhouse known for its hidden candy shop entrance and password-only access, has permanently closed after three years in business.

The restaurant announced the closure Wednesday on social media, saying it had already quietly shut down and would not hold a final day of service.

The restaurant was distinctive for its front entrance appearing as a candy shop named Mikey & Madeline’s Candy Shoppe. Customers had to know the secret password to gain access to the speakeasy.

According to the site’s website, the last secret password was “They’re Magically Delicious,” used as the tagline for Lucky Charms cereal.

The restaurant opened in late 2022 at 229 Vernon St.

The VIP room at Daniello’s speakeasy is decorated with early 19th century decor on Friday, Oct. 19, 2024 in Roseville. The speakeasy has closed its doors.
The VIP room at Daniello’s speakeasy is decorated with early 19th century decor on Friday, Oct. 19, 2024 in Roseville. The speakeasy has closed its doors. José Luis Villegas jvillegas@sacbee.com
The plate of Dino-Motz, mozzarella sticks formed into dinosaur shapes and fried, is served at Daniello’s on Friday, Oct. 19, 2024.
The plate of Dino-Motz, mozzarella sticks formed into dinosaur shapes and fried, is served at Daniello’s on Friday, Oct. 19, 2024. José Luis Villegas jvillegas@sacbee.com

“There won’t be a final day or last service — we’ve already said our quiet goodbye to the kitchen and dining room,” the restaurant said in the post.

The restaurant posted that they are thankful for their customers as they made the restaurant feel more than just a place to eat.

“To every one of you who chose us for date nights, family celebrations, special occasions, or just because you were craving our food — thank you,” the social media post said. “Thank you for three incredible years of patronage, for your smiles, your kind words, your repeat visits, and for making this restaurant feel like so much more than just a place to eat.”

The owners did not respond to requests for comment on the closure.

Nicole Buss
The Sacramento Bee
Nicole Buss is The Sacramento Bee’s Roseville/Placer County watchdog reporter. She previously covered Placer County at Gold Country Media. Buss grew up in Lincoln and is a graduate of Sierra College and Arizona State University.
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