Retrograde is a hidden gem tucked behind Frozen Matter ice cream on East 19th Avenue. The entrance is pure theater: flip the switch on a walk-in freezer door and someone opens it from inside to reveal a otherworldly speakeasy. Inside, projections of moons and stars dance across dim walls while cheesy sci-fi movies play on screens. The vibe is deliberately weird, with bartenders pushing creative boundaries using unusual ingredients like duck fat, soy sauce, and caramel miso. Cocktails have names like Lavalantula and Hollywood Chainsaw Hooker. The intimate space feels like you've stepped onto an alien spacecraft. Open Monday through Thursday 6pm to 1am, Friday and Saturday 5pm to 1am. No reservations needed, but arriving early helps during busy nights.