This place is the funkiest travel back in time you will ever find. We visit every time we're in…read moreTucson. You pull up in the parking lot and the building does look like some sort of shelter. It ain't pretty.... When you walk through the front door, you're greeted by the scents of stale cigarette smoke and Fabuloso. The decor is something out of the mid 60's. It's a very fun, unpretentious place. Good service, fun drinks and a great escape from our crazy world. Check it out!

There aren't many places in Midtown with this level of dedication to looking retro. The Shelter is…read moreheavy on mid-20th century design, with an interior completely dedicated to JFK memorabilia. It's kitsch and offbeat, maybe even offputting if you think too hard about the legacy of that family, but it's anything but boring. What I love: They're big on doing their own infusions. You absolutely must try Pam's Spicy Lemonade--Hornitos with thai chili and mint. I've also had coffee-infused liquors here before that you'll rarely find anywhere else. I'm not a smoker, but I get stoked for their enclosed smoking patio with a couple old arcade cabinets (I like Centipede!) What I like: There are like, really cheap simple cocktails with the creativity to make some unappealing, bottom shelf liquors taste palatable. Those aren't my usuals, but I'm always intrigued. I will shamelessly have a couple $3 High Lifes. There's only one big bar in the center of the lobby, but service is generally fast. It's dimly lit and can be tightly packed, but you'll still have fun. Good for date night or groups of four or less. No food, but once in a blue moon you'll find a truck parked out front. Overall, a solid Tucson staple.

What a fantastic place, it's not really big check with the bartender if they have room that night…read more Look at the cell phone number goes directly to his cell number. Try the dealers choice, he'll ask you a few questions about what you want and a magical drink will come out.

So I've been to this part of Vero Amore's one time for high tea. I think it's even better as a…read morespeakeasy. Love the wall of chianti bottles that lead to the bar and love that the staff dress up in casual Prohibition garb. Came here for girl's night and it was everyone's first time even at the restaurant but mine. I'd had dinner a couple times in the restaurant for my birthday and had the cheese wheel fettuccine alfredo. I asked if anyone was interested in trying it and so 3 of us split it which ended up being pretty perfect. It is hands down THE BEST fettuccine alfredo. We had many drinks come to our table, the first round being the homemade limoncello. Made with local Meyer lemons, it is deliciously potent. A must try. The bartender, Ryan or Brian, he made cocktails from the heart. A couple of gals ordered "dealer's choice" drinks and they were inspired by the drinker's stories. It was really a unique experience for them and I could almost see his mind working out the chemistry of the libations. Another must try, although I didn't because I had to drive myself home. I did have a coffee with Bailey's, Amaretto, and freshly-made whipped cream. Last must try if not on a coffee drink maybe on a dessert. One person in our party thought that the drinks were on the spendy side. Many of the ingredients were house made and all top shelf. I'm from Los Angeles so an $18 drink was a normal night at the klerb. Worth mentioning if that would be a deal breaker. Worth a go. I thought it was better than the speakeasy at the Sonoran House which was too bright and not intimate. You really like feel more like you're not where you're supposed to be at The Still. There is a curio cabinet with cigars that I think are for sale. The speakeasy opens up to the patio for all the smoke suckers. Great for a small groups or date night, maybe not the first date.

Great food, friendly service, beautiful location. They have bar seating, indoor terrace seating…read more(live jazz band in the evening on certain days), and there is a fancier restaurant on the other side with gorgeous virws of the golf course and mountains

My wife and I met my friends Tuesday for Tiki night. They had drink specials which were fantastic…read morefor $15. Also, we got a couple appetizers and eight there as well. My Friends got the Poké bowl, my wife got the French dip and I got the Beef Birria quesadilla. All were fantastic, fresh and tasty. The only down of the night was service was slow. It seemed like we had to wait a long time to order, and then the server didn't come around as much. She was still great just a little slow on the service. I think we would absolutely go back for Tiki Night. Absolutely stop by on a Tuesday night give their drinks and dinner a try. If the service was not so slow, this would definitely be a five. Hopefully next time it'll be better.

Fabulous drinks, all fresh ingredients! Bartenders and other customers were very real and nice to…read morebe around as a solo! Side car, the wine bar across the street and Flora are the Trifecta!

This was a cute little spot for drinks. It is a 1st come 1st serve, meaning you seat yourself. So…read morecoming on the weekends can get a bit tricky in finding a seat as the inside is rather cozy. They do offer outside seating but with the cold nights may not be ideal. The plus though is they also have heaters for the patio area. The staff were very welcoming, and the bartenders are sweet. The drinks are definitely on the unique side, but the bartender I had was very accommodating in if we didn't like it, just let her know. I can't remember the drink I had but it was pleasantly good. My friends 1st drink, wasn't it, so the bartender made a Mai tai which was much better. Overall, I loved the chill vibes, it's a good spot to either start your evening, or just have a lowkey night. I'll definitely check this out again, next visit.

Whooops , walked in this place looking for the infamous Banhdicted and was so sad to find out they…read moreare no longer at this location . The nugget was a vibe however and bartender helped guide us in the right direction . Indoor & outdoor seating options available.

I'm a creature of habit, I like what I like and tend to stick to those places. Hubs asked if I…read morecould bend my rules and try out a new place. I hesitated but agreed for please his adventurous spirit. We headed to the Nugget for an early afternoon cocktail. Perhaps this place is good for cold beer, perhaps this place gets better at night, perhaps it just wasn't for me. Overall clean place, cute (a few good neon signs, decor) but man do the cocktails suck. I mean, maybe during the college years, not for me not now. It was what it was, I was fine, it's all fine, everything was fine.

Great time at the lounge for karaoke Thursdays. The drinks were delicious as always. However the…read moremenu has changed DRASTICALLY FOR THE WORST. Everything is made differently with less flavor and finesse. The lettuce wraps used to be standout now they're dry and under seasoned. It's also presented differently which made for an awkward dining experience. I remember being blown away by the katsu chicken sandwhich the first time. This time it was gross. It was not fried like katsu but more so like a battered chicken breast. It always was not pounded flat into a uniform piece of meat but was more so a badly butchered breast that fell apart when you ate it. It was dry, under seasoned, fried way too hard and was stringy. I'd come for drinks and completely pass on the food all together. Not worth the high price tag associated with it. Karaoke DJ was stellar!!!!! Kept the party going and was so fun!!!!!

We had a group meeting at this place. My biggest negative was not being able to hear as well as we…read morewould have liked. In part that was due to the pleasant music playing. Music which added to the lovely saloon ambiance. Now, I have to say something about the waitress who took care of our group. Great personality, non-intrusive but attentive, great memory, and helpful. What more can you ask for? I can't say too much about the food, since I only tried one item, the bacon wrapped dates with goat cheese. WOW! YUMMY! From the look of what others were having and their gusto in eating, I am guessing their food was equally good. Oh, and they have some cool activities in the evenings, such as trivia, all you can eat spaghetti, and live music. Overall, this is the kind of place that makes me love Arizona.

My boyfriend and I recently visited after the restaurant's remodel, and we were incredibly…read moreimpressed with the whole experience. From the updated atmosphere to the excellent service, everything exceeded our expectations. Our waitress, Alexis, was especially wonderful. She is so friendly, attentive, and genuinely thoughtful throughout the evening. She helped with our wine selection and made sure every part of our experience was enjoyable. Her service truly stood out and made our night even better. The atmosphere was beautiful as well, with great lighting with a warm, inviting feel. We also had a brief conversation with Aidan, one of the busboys, and he was just as friendly and hardworking. Overall, we had a fantastic experience and would absolutely recommend this restaurant. Try to get Alexis as your server!

the restaurant music is loud for a fine dining restaurant and not relaxing (think Vegas boom, boom,…read moreboom). the outdoor patio faces west with no sun shades so unless you want to fry, plan on outdoor seating after 8:00 pm. The indoor atmosphere is dark and cold. The staff are trained to be non personable (don't want to offend anyone by being yourself!?). They act like walking robots. Food is average at best. would not recommend.

Union Public House has become a regular spot for me and my girlfriend. We're there almost every…read moreweek, sometimes twice a week, especially on Saturdays when there's an event, a game on, or something going on in the plaza. That whole St. Philip's area always has a great energy, and UPH is a big part of that. There's usually a crowd, live music or sports on, and it feels like one of those places where you can bring friends from out of town and know it'll be a fun time. Food is consistently solid. The grilled chicken sandwich is my go-to and it's good every time. We both usually get one, and a lot of the time we'll add buffalo wings, which are some of our favorites in Tucson. Good flavor, good texture, and always reliable. If anything, the wings could always use a little more sauce, but they're still one of the better orders on the menu. The only real issue, and it happens pretty often, is the service speed. Everyone there is friendly, but the place always feels understaffed, especially when it's busy. We've had multiple times sitting outside in the Arizona heat where it takes 15-20 minutes just to get water to the table, and you start wondering if you should go up to the bar yourself to get things moving. Once service gets going everything is fine, but getting that first round of attention can take longer than it should for how often this place fills up. Even with that, we keep coming back. The food is consistent, the atmosphere is great, and the plaza has a real sense of community that makes it easy to hang out there for a while. It's one of our go-to spots in Tucson, and it's still somewhere we bring friends when they're visiting. Food 7.5 Ambience 8 Service 7 Price 7 7.4 overall C Great place to spend time, just don't expect everything to happen quickly when it's busy.

If you want a boozy brunch, but you're also tired of going downtown on Sunday morning, Union Public…read morehouse has you covered. And if you've made dinner plans, or just want to have some bar food while watching sports, Union does that too! What I love: Ice-cold, bubbly bottomless mimosas on a pleasant Sunday morning. Burgers (they make a good burger) with basketball on at Sunset. This is a great hangout spot at any time of day, and service has been consistently outstanding. What I also enjoy: The breakfast food sticks to the basics, but is done well. They make surprisingly decent pizzas, if you're in the mood for that. As with everything else in the surrounding plaza, it gets busy and there's often some sort of event out front, usually a market or live music. You should drop by while the weather is still perfect!

Such a cool place! Probably just us but we had a little difficulty in finding The Owls Club but…read moreonce we did, it felt transformative to some degree. Old pews as "booth" seating and several rooms throughout the establishment. It's dark, it gives off old vibes but not in a creepy, musty way despite the place being a former mortuary. But the cocktails, oh the cocktails. These are the kind of cocktails I dream of. And the bartender completely looked like he belonged to a bygone era - cool cat vibes for sure. And he is an expert as mixology.

This is the kind of place that understands atmosphere…read more The lighting inside is intentionally dark -- deep red tones, warm amber fixtures, candlelight on the tables. It feels intimate, almost cinematic. You're not walking into a bright sports bar; you're stepping into a moody, low-lit cocktail lounge built for conversation and slow evenings. The space has character: exposed wood beams, a long bar lined with bottles, soft pools of light over booths, and a relaxed, unhurried energy. It feels tucked away, which adds to the appeal. And while the lighting sets the mood, the drinks are what make it worth staying. Well-crafted, balanced, and clearly made by bartenders who take pride in their work. Strong without being sloppy. Creative without trying too hard. If you appreciate a dim, intimate setting and serious cocktails, The Owl Club delivers. It's the kind of place you settle into -- and don't rush out of.

Stopped in for an after dinner glass of wine. Nice selection…read moreof wines by the glass, very cute inside and friendly service. Looks like they have some fun snacks if you want one with your wine. Tiny patio with two tall tables. The wine bar is in a shopping strip.

Beautiful wine bar in the east foothills. This gave me very much Scottsdale vibes with the…read moreambiance. Unfortunately we went when I'm trying to cut back on alcohol but I would like to go back to enjoy their menu. The bartender was the server and very attentive. Will definitely be going back!