Best Dive Bar in Phoenix! That's all I have to say! But since everyone knows I always have much much much more to say.... This bar has the best juke box, the bouncer on the weekends is the former commercial stunt double for Charles Barkley, they make me free(!) Shirley Temples when I'm the DD or just not in the mood to drink. My night never ends with this bar, we always seem to meet new people and end up at some random house party afterwards. I always know people in the bar too, which is nice! So if I don't know where anyone is, I'll just head to the Bikini Lounge and find someone to hang out with! One night these two guys who just got out of jail were there, it was a slow weeknight and we befriended them. They told us stories for hours. I never wanted to go jail before, but after their stories I definitely never ever want to go to jail. read more

Bikini is everything I could ever ask for in a bar. Its a dive. Its has awesomely random and strange decorum. Marginally sanitary bathrooms. Cheap whiskey sours. Sassy bartenders. Interesting clientele. Located in a janky neighborhood. *but no hooks for purses under the bar* (still five star worthy though) I was already pumped driving by Bikini... I could just tell it was perfect. As I was arriving a guy was literally thrown out of a neighboring liquor store and stumbled into Bikini. Interior not disappointing in the least. Behind the bar is full of decorative oddities for your viewing pleasures. The bartender definitely didn't take shit from anyone *including some strange characters that chatted us up at the bar*. Beers on tap were $2.75 I believe ... Fat Tire nonetheless! Starting filling up around 10pm with an awesome crowd. I found myself in a conversation with some 'interesting folk' at the bar next to me about multiple universes and aliens... I didn't have too much to add to that one but you just never know who you'll meet there .... ideal. A great dive with a diverse bunch of people and the possibility for some great stories if you stick around long enough or stop in often enough :) *** CA$H bar only*** read more

Cocktails are okay beer is warm and if you aren't paying to play music there is no music the drinks are cheap but for good reason they have $3 pbr that is served room temp the bar smells like old beer and cigarette smoke. Would only recommend if you want a super cheap drink with ZERO atmosphere read more

This is the supreme of all the dive bars in phoenix (im sure there are divier in S phoenix, but seriously, what little white girl is gonna go drinking down there and review it). Every movie youve ever seen where some shady character is in some run down, sticky, smelly dank corner waiting for the man is the epitome of this bar, and i love it. A lot of bars in this town claim to be non judgemental and anti snob only to go and find out they are just as bad as any scottsdale bar. This place could give 2 shits if you still have puke on your shoes from the night before, and everyone needs a bar like that sometimes. Cash only, dont expect the staff to kiss your ass, but do expect to get completely hammered for under 10 bucks. If youre having "one of those nights" where youre aiming to black out, this is the place for you. read more

Oldest bar in Phoenix. Been here sence '47. First had a beer here in Sept '72. Hip people, good vibe and live music on Sunday!

WES OWNS YOUR LIFE! This place is pure party time. Cash only, but the ATM is usually good to go. Babes galore, and if you're into dudes, then you can get a little of that, too. The crowd is pretty all over the place. Surf-rock, cumbia, hip-hop, vintage country and blues...I mean...seriously... read more

Considering the lack of dive bars left in downtown Phoenix, the Bikini gets 5 stars, otherwise it would get 4. We started going there about 6 years ago when we lived in the FQ Story district. We love dive bars, and the best time to go is during the week or on a Sunday afternoon if you really want to get a feel for the typical clientele. I love the wackiness of this place and believe it or not, they have cleaned up the place a bit. This was the very first bar that anyone ever bought us a drink for no reason. The owner was hanging out with her CSI buddies and her boyfriend brought us over two beers. In Buffalo, regulars and bartenders often buy drinks for other clientele, but we had not yet experienced this in Phoenix. This man renewed our faith in bar etiquette. More recently, we spent NYE here and even though I was the designated driver, I had a great time. We walked in and before my cohort could decide what they wanted to drink, we noticed that a gentleman had left his dentures in his hat on the bar while he was about 10 feet away playing video crack. Where else does this happen but the Bikini? Later, my husband was outside smoking and some guy with no shoes came up to him to ask "Are you down for whatever?" Again, where else would this happen? And, we managed to entertain ourselves throughout the night by sending boys into the restroom to purchase postage stamp sized porn from the porn and wierd condom machine. Hilarious. Then the bar owner started handing out fringed squakers, hats and noise makers at about 11, which meant that for an hour people were making tons of noise. I had a blast. read more

The best way to prevent a hangover is to stay drunk. Thanks to Bikini, I can do it cheaply and efficiently. I went here in the middle of a show at the Trunk Space and did some shots of whiskey. The bar maiden was quick to pour into what I hope was a clean glass. Anyways, dim lighting, cash only and badass decor. read more

This bar is a dirty, hole-in-the-wall, jacked up tiki bar that smells kind of funky. It used to be a favorite of mine because you could smoke inside. Now that you can't, it's lost a lot of its appeal. It's cash only, the atm's usually broken, and the ladies bathroom is... well... BUT (yes, there is a but) the drinks are always strong and cheap. It's also really good for people watching on a Friday night. read more

Finally a bar where I don't feel out of place! Lots of different mixes of people, not full of loud frat boys, very dim lighting, cheap! The bartenders didn't give a sh** like everyone has been saying, but I LIKE it. They aren't putting on any fake masks, just being themselves; which are super tough women. You gotta be that way based on the clientele present before all the young kids come in. Super cool place where you can be part of the crowd or just chat with a friend or two. read more

Are you a fan of retro surf garb and ass-kicking roller derby chicks...oh and, PBR? Then you will love Bikini Lounge. I have to say..I like this bar, I really do. Should one expect a faint tinge of urine when first walking through the doors of a dive bar? Perhaps the aroma is added in case you weren't sure you were on 15th Ave and Grand and you have yet to notice the sticky floor. I'm not even complaining...if I wanted class and high dollar booze, I wouldnt go. I like to chill, and have some drinks that are so strong it burns my nose all while taking in the delightful mix of phoenix's weirdest and coolest parade through the door. read more

This place is definitely a dive--A Bring the spare car place. But this place is cheap! 3.00 for a Long Island?? Place is decked out in the Hoola Hawaiian style. Booths were you sit and drink with artsy , rebel types. At least they got a bouncer there to keep things in check. Very laid back place. Not dark and able to see and hear the one's you are talking to. Wish I could be 21 again. read more

With Bikini lounge you get what you get. It's a low key place to drink beer & bask in the glow of bad lighting. I really enjoyed the Tiki atomosphere. It was just what the Dr. ordered. They only do a ca$h bar like most local bars do. So bring it or use the ATM on site & it's fees that come with it. read more

Bikini Lounge - Tiki Bar atmosphere in full effect =0) - Dive Bars Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

A cozy little dive with cheap beer and bartenders who know what's up. This isn't the type of place you would take mom to for a holiday drink. Dingy, dark and mysterious because you never know what your gonna get.. perhaps the bartender will be wearing a Mickey Mouse sweater and playing crosswords? Maybe drunken men in there late 40's will be stumbling about playing pool? If you love to people watch and have a few good, cheap beers with your pals, check this spot out. It might just be your new favorite dive! read more

Everyone always wants to call his/her dive bar the greatest dive bar. But my vote wins (for reasons known only to me). Bikini Lounge is truly the greatest dive I've ever been to. Pool table? Check. Cash only? Check. Filthy but comfy? Double check. Great DJ with Rock 'n' Roll music that you can't help but dance to? Oh yeah. I had such a great time at Bikini Lounge. Cheap beer, fun atmosphere, great people and good music is what I want. Is it required to dance? Of course not, but it makes you feel good to join in. No judgment, just good times. I'll be back soon. read more

They were super mean on the phone.. like I asked one question and they gave the rudest fucking answer and then hung up

This is the "cool" bar to go to. Super Divey (which really is a plus)... but is PACKED! I'll go here if I'm meeting friends. CHEAP pitchers (PBR is the best deal). The whole vibe is weird though... I don't know what about it is a turn off. There are better places in the vicinity... but if you haven't been... you HAVE to experience the bikini at least once if you're downtown. read more

Been coming here for years. Just found out last night that the men's restroom has condoms and naked pictures of women available (only for 50 cents) but not in the women's restroom. I'm going to continue coming here but I'm highly disappointed that I will require a man to get these for me. read more

Was curious to come to this place but was really in the mood for some dancing. Not being from the area I was hesitant to go inside what looked like an empty warehouse. After talking to a bartender up the street she suggested I go here so that sealed the deal. The crowd was lively and pleasant. There was always a welcoming dance circle. The DJs were playing an eclectic mix of funk and dancehall music. Drinks were reasonably priced. One star less because it was so fucking tiny. Will be back the next time I'm in Phoenix! read more

Anna is the best! One of the oldest dive bars in town and a really fun tiki lounge. Get the Mrs. Howell!!

Female older bartender rude asf gave one word answers to everything I said and seemed bored to be there

UPDATE: They got a new sink and toilet in the girls restroom!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! :D This place is my favourite when Ken the DJ is there because he is nice to watch and he plays punk. Also, don't start circle pits because you will get kicked out and you will cry. :( read more

Love this spot! Cash only - but not a big deal. Bartender is the best. Great hangout spot. Sometimes it smells like farts but I'm alright with that. It reminds me of when I'm laying in my bed and accidentally hot box myself. So it feels real comfortable in that sense. Go! read more

The place to be on Tuesdays! very cool and chill vibe, live DJ and $8 pitchers of beer. What's not to love!

Great dive bar. Complete with surly barmaid. Awesome chintzy tiki decor. The smell if stale beer hits you at the door and the stools are lovingly duct taped. Cash only. *muah* read more

Bikini Lounge - Dark, loud enough and strong drinks - Dive Bars Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

Busted the old nag short-pouring our Jack n Cokes. Got additions. At least I wasn't buying that round and they had fans going so it didn't smell like farts this time. read more

Dirt cheap drinks. Internet juke box. Really random clientele. Dusty tiki decor... Great spot! read more

Great tiki bar, great bartenders especially David and Wes. Be sure to ask David for a joke de jour. if you don't like large crowds avoid on Tuesday nights. Other than that great bar one of if not the best in downtown read more

I used to go to this place every day. Now I only go on Mondays and Tuesdays because that is the only day they have a cool bartender. There used to be a girl that I loved to talk to about music. When she left they hired some douche bag. read more

Best dive bar in the city. The owner will yell at you to leave when 2 am hits. What's better than that? Only thing is I seem to get really hungover from either drinking too much or the beer lines never being cleaned. read more

I love this bar, super dive and laidback. Cheap drinks and great atmosphere. It is Cash Only, but they do have an ATM in the car. read more

Bikini Lounge - Dive Bars Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

Great people but the three dj's knon as the Ladys Of Wax are just bitches but the music out in the patio was terrif

i'll wax a few Bikini lines 'bout Itsy, bitsy tiki dive bar located fifteenth and grand avenue facade, a stand of bamboo there since '46 the down and out the cool and hip sters hang in this old bar best damn dive cenpho, by far where there must be a "tooth for one" drink special because everyone was missing 'least a couple teeth canines, molars hit delete but what the f*ck they drink their lunch dinner too the downtown drunks mixing it up with those down there i call the light rail millionaires ain't bankin' on the rails arrival BL won't need it for survival slingin' drinks for sixty years so what, the LR don't stop here gotta love coin-op, pool table juke box, willin' always able to rock the house idiot proof feed it dollars voila, poof you're a dj can't go wrong even my mom could pick good songs 'hood, bit shady bring your daring meet the tweaked out midriff baring hooker-esque gal, there beside me how much momma you to ride me? no, I didn't ask her that but there i was and there she sat suckin' down a glass of beer i am brave and I don't fear much, but when she turned and smiled hadn't brushed em for a while so cheers, Bikini keep it real beers are dirt drinks, a steal great place to swizzle up 'ur noodle on the cheap get all bamboozled even adored the rude bartender just wish i had dentures to lend her read more

Good service, fairly decently priced drinks, dark as all hell, and absolutely filthy. It is what it is. The lady who took over after the good bartender was super rude and obnoxious. Other than that it's a good time. Definitely bring yourself some hand sanitizer just in case you accidentally touch anything. read more

The last time I went to Bikini, I went up to the bar to buy an enormous, delicious, and miraculously cheap pitcher of blue moon. Beside me sat an old, drunk, and shady character. I tried not to look at him. He waited until the bartender turned away to fill up my pitcher, and then he leaned in and whispered, "You're cute. I had to wait for her (the bartender) to leave so I could tell you. You know, the creepy old man rule." As soon as she came back, he turned away and stared down in to his beer. That's right, folks. Cheap blue moon and the bartender enforces a "Don't Be a Creepy Old Man" rule. What else could you possibly want in a bar? read more

I happen to LOVE the Bikini! Went here the other night after my gig. It was pretty empty (Wednesday night) UNTIL 11:30 when the place got a crowd. I was wondering "Who the heck goes out this late on a Wednesday night?" You know it's becoming something more popular when the parking lot is filled with Audis and Beemers. The bartender lady was a peach! I like the high-top tables. Kind of retro-metal and they were clean. You'd notice if they were dirty because of the sheen. The booth we were in was HUGE and really comfy. The jukebox is pretty good, though they didn't have the Pantera I was looking for. I don't think that's a Bikini fault, though. I like the mixed crowd. It reminds me of the old Jugheads. All walks of life and really nice people to talk to. When I can go up to a stranger at a bar and shoot the shit for a moment, it's a cool place. Yeah, it may be a little stinky, but it's a DIVE BAR. read more

My son told me that I had to go here, as it's the only bar from which his brother was ever banned (no-one will tell me what he did). It is billed as the oldest tiki/dive bar in Phoenix, so I was already intrigued. Dark and small, take a moment to let your eyes adjust before you try to go anywhere. The bartender was a lovely young girl who really knew her stuff .. and she mixes a mean Bloody Mary. Old style Hawaiian hula paintings, layer on layer of kitsch and 60s polynesian style, it's like a time capsule. But wait! There's more! The drinks are incredibly inexpensive, and they are strong and very well made. Unless you are looking for a meal with your drink, you can't go wrong here. Just sayin'. read more

I used to come here on Tuesday's and it used to be packed. Drinks are hella cheap but the dj's sucks. I saw people walking out all night long. read more

I was voted "hottest girl in the room" here last Saturday night. No joke. A whole table of guys, after LENGTHY staring, made it known to my friend while I used the pisser. I'm not bragging. It was actually true. This is, perhaps, the worst condemnation you can give the Bikini. It does have some good sides. It's dirt fucking cheap, the booths are comfy and the music's usually decent. And don't listen to what anyone tells you -- it's not scary, inside or out. But if you're looking for pretty people, I might head elsewhere. Anywhere. Otherwise, this is the best you're gonna do. read more

Great place and very much a hole in the wall. Cash only was the only big problem I had but they are trying to keep it original as possible which is great read more