Replacing the PHX nightclub, the Monarch Theatre provides a much needed boost to the underground electronic music scene in Phoenix. Complete with an amazing sound system, the club hosts some of the best local DJs and award winning performers attracting large crowds through the week. Although focused on electronic music, the club also hosts nights of hip hop, dub step and old school music to bring in a change in routine. If you want to experience the best then make sure you visit the club on UK Thursdays where you can dance to music ranging from UK garage and grime to drum 'n' bass.
Handlebar J adorns multiple hats (pun intended). From a family dining restaurant with a vast menu to a large bar with live western music and dancing, this is a Scottsdale favorite. Cowboy hats by the hundreds dangle from the ceiling. Thick succulent steaks, prime rib, chicken, and ribs, make up most of the menu. This is definitely a meat and potatoes place - wranglers of all ages have been coming here since 1975. And if you happen to visit the venue between Wednesday and Sunday, you will be treated to an exquisite performance by Arizona's favorite country music band, The Herndon Brothers.
One of the last remaining cowboy saloons in Scottsdale, Rusty Spur Saloon is a hangout that attracts locals and several tourists. With old-world charm and nostalgic vibes, this bar's interiors highlight numerous mementos and souvenirs of the former bank that existed in its place in the 1920s. Featuring performances by country/western bands all days a week with a spacious dance floor, it is the perfect to break into a two-step. In addition to holding a well-stocked bar with a selection of liquors and spirits, it is also a great place to grab a bite. Thus, come here and order a Cowboy Chili burger or the specialty Rusty Spur burger from the kitchen, and you are all set for a relaxed evening.
Housed in a building dating back to 1917, Crescent Ballroom is a wonderful venue located in Downtown Phoenix. Live gigs take place every night and the venue's relatively small size ensures that the crowd can get up close with the performing artists. If the music gets too loud for you, step out on the patio, drinks in tow.
The Lost Leaf is a historic bar in Phoenix with the decor carrying an old world charm. Offering the finest beer and sakes, it is a comfortable place to hang out with friends. Live music nights bring local artists to the stage and art exhibitions are often held here. With a knowledgeable barkeep and friendly guests, you're sure to enjoy the pleasant atmosphere at the place. For booking and information, do visit the website.
Rhythm Room was chosen as one of the Top Twenty Blues Venues in the USA by Blues Review Magazine and has won Best Blues Club by local Phoenix periodicals countless times. This musical hot spot has featured headline acts by greats such as Deke Dickerson and Bob Margolin. Legendary guitarist Guitar Shorty, the man who taught Jimi Hendrix to play the guitar with his teeth, is a frequent performer. Top names in rock circles, from Deerhoof to The Spinto Band, also make this place their stop when in Phoenix. Pictures framed Blues legends cover the walls but the main attraction is always the stage. Great seats everywhere with tiny tables big enough for a couple of cocktails and a light bite. Sunnyside Barbecue is served Friday and Saturday nights.
Located in the Hermosa Inn, Last Drop Bar is a casual bar and American restaurant which offers an array of delicious burgers, pizzas, cocktails and more. The wood-fire oven pizzas are a must-have while at this restaurant while the sharing plates make for perfect accompaniments to zippy, boutique craft cocktails. A number of fine wines, champagnes, beer and spirits are also available at the bar. The ambiance at the bar is cozy and old-school with leather bar stools, a chandelier hanging from the ceiling and old paintings on the walls. Live music gigs on the patio and great happy hour specials keep people coming back for more.
Opened in 2006, this intimate restaurant and bar is a popular spot among locals for their delightful Latin American cuisine and happy hours. Fuego Bistro has a warm and appealing ambiance with its buttercup yellow walls, rotating local artworks and a minimalist decor. You can also dine alfresco in their lovely brick patio. Their ingredients are sourced daily from the market and everything on the menu is made from scratch. Start off with their tantalizing appetizers like their signature empanadas and salmon croquettes. Savor their dishes like Pork Medallions, Pernil Asado, Short Rib Enchiladas and Panko Crusted Tilapia. Round it off with decadent desserts such as Ancho Chile Chocolate Torte, Key Lime Pie and Banana Burrito. Enjoy their happy hours with drinks like Sangra-rita, November Rain, Captain Jack Sparrow and Boss’s Wife. The nightly live music gigs add to the character of this place. A bit expensive, but it is worth the experience.
Taste of Tops is the adjunct pub to the popular liquor store with the same name. With more than 30 beers on tap and over 600 bottled beers to choose from, it's no wonder why beer lovers flock to this spot. Wine lovers shouldn't worry however, because Tops has more than 20 by-the-glass varietals on any given night. Since the mega liquor store is through the bar doors, if you can't find it in the pub, you can easily check inside the shop. Additionally, TOT allows its patrons to bring in food from other places to eat while you drink (try Thai Basil right next door). One other note, the bar also sells growlers and refills them as well.
Housed in a building dating back to 1917, Crescent Ballroom is a wonderful venue located in Downtown Phoenix. Live gigs take place every night and the venue's relatively small size ensures that the crowd can get up close with the performing artists. If the music gets too loud for you, step out on the patio, drinks in tow.
Located in a historic building in downtown Phoenix, the Valley Bar has risen to become one of Northern Arizona's premier live music venues with hundreds of performances by up-coming and established acts all year round. The venue also serves a wide selection of beer and cocktails, along with a tasty menu of appetizers and other pub fare. Billiards and other games are available for fun while the music plays on.