Private Membership
IndividualLocker Membership
16 lockers. Curated membership. An invitation-only experience for those who make hospitality a way of life.
What This Is
More than a locker.
A seat at a very specific table.
The Atlas Room Locker Membership is not a liquor storage program. It is a curated private social club built inside one of West Des Moines' most intimate craft cocktail bars. Your locker is the starting point. What surrounds it, the people, the evenings, the experiences, is the point.
We manage your locker inventory with the same care we bring to every cocktail. Members purchase through the house to ensure quality, availability, and a seamless experience every time you walk in.
Locker Member Benefits
- ◈Personal locker, bottles kept on premises
- ◈Two dedicated wine display slots, named with your dog tags
- ◈Spirit allocation at cost + 40%
- ◈Vault Release lottery for rare bottle access
- ◈Personalized plaque and luxury glassware
- ◈Custom clear-ice mark, house crest or your own
- ◈Two guest access cards included
Founder Privileges, Included for One Year
- ◇Reservations through the member portal
- ◇60-day priority booking window
- ◇Access to the Founder-only menu
- ◇Member Passport, house account and tab
- ◇Quarterly Founder Experiences
- ◇Navigator tastings and private events
Luxury glassware and custom clear-ice are guaranteed for the primary member. We extend these to guests whenever possible, but availability cannot always be guaranteed for every person at the table.
Founder privileges are included with your Locker Membership for the duration of your annual term. Locker leases renew annually and are subject to approval based on usage. This space is reserved for members who show up. The Founder Membership ($1,500, limited to 60) is a separate lifetime tier that locks in your Founder status permanently, but it does not extend your locker lease. Your locker always renews on its own terms.
The Investment
$2,500 / year
Application required. Membership subject to approval.
Before You Apply
A Few Things to Know
These are the structural realities of the membership. We'd rather you know now than be surprised later.
All bottles are purchased through us
Iowa law requires every drop of alcohol in a licensed establishment to be sourced through authorized wholesalers under our commercial account. You cannot bring in outside bottles, personal stashes, or secondary market finds. Every spirit in your locker is purchased through The Atlas Room at Cost + 40%.
We pour for you. You do not self-serve.
To remain compliant with state law, our bartenders measure and pour from your locker at the main bar. Your drinks are then delivered to your seat. Members are not permitted to handle or serve from their own lockers.
Your bottles stay in the building
Iowa law prohibits removing liquor from a licensed premises. When your membership ends, any remaining spirit allocation must be consumed or transferred to another active member before your lease expires. Wine is the sole exception and open bottles may be resealed and taken home.
Neat pours are complimentary. Cocktails carry a $5 preparation fee.
Your bottle purchase covers the spirit allocation. If you want it neat, it is poured and delivered at no extra charge. If you want an Old Fashioned, a Martini, or anything built, a $5 Preparation Fee applies per drink. That covers our artisan clear ice program, fresh-squeezed juices, premium mixers, and the craft required to build it properly.
Wine slots carry a $30 corkage fee per bottle
Your membership includes two dedicated slots in our wine display case. Bottles stored there are yours to enjoy at the bar. Each bottle opened carries a $30 corkage fee, which covers proper service and glassware. If you would like a white chilled or a bottle prepped a specific way, just let us know ahead of your visit.
Member Application
Tell Us About Yourself
This is not a form. It is a conversation. Be honest. We are looking for fit, not credentials.
What Happens Next
The Conversation
Every applicant is reviewed personally. If you're a strong fit, someone from our team will reach out directly to introduce themselves and walk you through next steps.
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Application Review
We read every application personally. No algorithms. No shortcuts.
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Personal Outreach
If your application is a strong fit, someone from our team will reach out directly to introduce themselves and answer any questions.
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Founding Invitation
If the fit is right, you receive a formal invitation to join as a founding member.