This is the favorite destination for the hardcore sports fanatic. Surrounded by tubes on all sides, you can watch your favorite game till you drop from the bar stool. To get you through this demanding routine, you can order from a variety of all-American food on the menu such as burgers, sandwiches and pizza without having to spend a lot. Several brands of domestic beers are available on tap. For exercise, you can always get up and play a game of pool, or move from the bar to the shaded patio by the parking lot. The clientele at Fort Lowell Depot Bar & Grill consists mostly of regulars who come here for lunch and are predominantly male.
Here is the one and only truly Irish bar in Tucson (though there are others who claim to be). This is where you want to be on St. Patrick's Day. On all other days, it's a good place to start the bar-hopping that takes place at the many drinking establishments on Fourth Avenue. There is live music here Thursday, Friday and Saturdays. It is suggested you call ahead for details. The fare is simple but hearty, including sandwiches, pizza and hamburgers. And yes, the supply of Guinness is abundant.
Hookah lounges seem to be in every corner of the country, from swank Manhattan ones to smaller, low-key places like this one in Tucson. Royal Hookah is located on 4th Avenue, right in the heart of the shopping district and a convenient spot for university students which make up the majority of the crowd. The menu consists of an innumerable amount of flavors, try ones like Blueberry Muffin, Kiwi, Passion Fruit Mojito, the list goes on-and-on. Most of the material consumed is herb based shisha sans tobacco and though the bar does not serve alcohol, the teas available are outstanding.
Located a few blocks from the University of Arizona, in the northwestern part of the city, Eclipse Sports Bar is a typical sports bar, catering to the University crowd. As with sports bars, you will find big TV screens dispersed throughout the establishment, telecasting live sports events, pool tables, and even board games. On the food menu, you will find old favorites like Jalapeno Poppers, and, perhaps, a sprinkling of typical pub food. The bar also plays host to live musical performances. Call for more information.