This has evolved into my favorite bar in Tucson. It is cheap but what makes it special is that it has an impressive selection of cocktails and garnishes. Usually a hole in the wall bar means you can expect a lemon or a cherry thrown into some rubbing alcohol... but not at Che's. I recommend the Bloody Mary or one of the real fruit Kamikazes- delicious! They have a unique selection of substantial art (mostly painted by a distinguished bartender) on the walls that always changes. It compliments the bevy of furnitures and forgiving lighting. The crowd is diverse in age and style- there are always new friends to meet! They have a buck hunter machine and a great jukebox that really gets the crowd going. The new patio gives extra space but it can still get crowded around the bar. This makes it a great week day bar because when i show up alone I don't feel alone. However, on a friday or saturday night it can be a little cumbersome to get a drink- especially if there is a band playing (usually on saturdays). While I've been occasionally distrubed by some of the other patrons, I've never had a bad experience with the service. Give it it a try if you want to take a break from the dancing at other places with a cold beer. It will become your favorite soon! oh yeah, the john is safe too. read more

We have frequented Ches more and more this past year and I have to say it has become one of my favorites on the Ave. Plush (sorry Flycatcher) still has my heart but Che's is right up there. I'm not sure what all the bad reviews are for, we go in, order time-consuming muddled drinks and still get good service! Thanks Che's! read more

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What a great place to have a drink & people watch. The staff is amazing, very personable and knowledgeable. The art work on the walls is eclectic and original. Blood Marys are made from scratch & are topped with fun ingredients. Definitely a sweet spot to hang out. read more

The thing I dislike about Che's the most is not the bar itself, but the people that go there. The place is small, and it gets packed quick on the weekends with an eclectic mix of hipsters, smelly locals, and college kids who fill up on $1.50 PBRs before staggering off to another bar. That said, my favorite time to visit Che's is during the day or during the off-season. The bartenders are all great and they pour well. For your early-afternoon hangover relief, they mix one of the best bloody marys in town that is both non-pretentious and only five dollars! read more

Weird and cheap, just like I love it! Lots of mis-matched chairs and odd ball patrons. My cousin got a little addicted to taking pictures of people and how their butts looked in their strange fashion choices - so watch out! Two tasty large shots of tequila will run you $6, for both! Don't remember the price of anything else, but I remember thinking the service was reasonably quick. Have had a couple of strange, but positive experiences here. They have a decent bathroom, a good window view, and a lot of supercool wall art. Excellent spot to kill some time and brain cells! read more

I was only here for an hour...but what a great hour it was! Stopping through Tuscon for the first time, I am so glad that we roamed into Che's as it is unique and has cheap strong drinks! Really cool art pieces are hung throughout the bar. Halloween at Che's is the Halloween I wish I could always have. I was served by Popeye, sat close to the Letter U, drank a stong (but cheap) rum and coke, while watching super rad David Bowie music videos. Such a chill, unique, and fun bar. read more

Went in after the comedy show of Trevor Noah at Tucson Music Hall. We went inside and ordered 2 tall can Miller Lites. 6 dollars for both and tipped $1. We went out and drank on the patio and then came in because of the smoke getting too much. I re went up to the bar to ask for a little tomato Juice to go with the rest of my drink. Gentleman in a jersey who I stood next to got upset because I offered to pay the bartender .55 - what I had in loose change for additional V8 to add to my Miller lite. Bartender had just given me tomato juice not asking for anything as I had already bought my drink, I have well over that amount but didn't feel like making another transaction on my card said evening. (Gentlemen in question got upset after watching me sprinkle Tabasco in my v8). I went back to table and a few moments later he accosted me at my table while I was with my friend and threw my change at me saying "who offers change to the bartender for v8" while throwing it at my table. Gentlemen in question is the OWNER of the bar. (Just found this out so updating) Bartender asked me to leave...... so she didn't have to deal with anything. I was not impressed, and felt assaulted by the drunk OWNER of the bar. Had I been beginning my night I would have gotten law enforcement involved. My friend was forced to leave out the side by the Bartender after telling her what happened. The OWNER of the bar then threw the change at her onto the street out the side door. I chugged my beer and left out the front standing outside telling my story and protesting until my friends ride came for us. I can't believe this even happened, let alone that people go to an establishment and support where the OWNER can treat people like this. I have been coming here for some time, albeit never again. Stay classy Che's. read more

Came in and sat at the bar for a few minutes and didn't get acknowledged, I left. Excellent customer service.

Great drink, great people, great drink, great music, great drink, great local art, great drink, great staff, great drink, wait.... Where was I?.... This place is the local spot that anyone not local can feel at home. Bartenders will take care of ya and the good people there will tell ya a thing or two about life... Like I said great drink! read more

My experience here was getting drunk in the afternoon with friends, so I can't say what the night crowd is like. I can tell you I had one of the best Bloody Mary's I've ever had here. Bartender was friendly, efficient and right on time with our drinks, as some of my friends are demanding. He kept his cool and I noticed he remembered everyones special requests when the next rounds were ordered. Wish I could remember the guy's name, big guy, shaved head. Nice smile, easy going. If you are looking for good strong drinks, no attitude, this is the place. Some funky art on the walls too. And one of the funniest bumper stickers I have seen in awhile was behind the bar. "Arizona, it's a Dry Hate" Gotta love that. read more

My favorite bar on 4th ave! I like the concept of it and the bar tenders are really cool. Live music and cheap beer! A great place to hang out either to pre game it or finish off the night! read more

Che's is definitely a good time. I like to go on weeknights or early on the weekends. It tends to get way packed after 10 on weekends. It definitiely pays to get there early and grab yourself a good seat at the bar. The Juke Box alone is a valid reason to go to Che's. Great selection. The vibe is laid back. Interesting art on the walls. Bartenders are nice and talkative when its not busy. Drinks are average price and tend to be on the strong side. Draws a diverse crowd, most of the time fun/nice people. One of my favorites in Tucson for sure. One note is that I hate being there when bands are playing. It gets way too loud and crowded. read more

The corner locale attracts a lot of attention both good and bad, which ,makes it a perfect dive bar. The inside lighting is dark, the walls decorated with Shepard Fairey posters (the same guy who did Obama Hope), and other quality artists as well. Arcade games in the back give a little splash of entertainment as the place is too small to have darts or a pool table. The bands that play weekly take up 1/7 of the joints functional space and replaces it with blazingly loud music, the drums alone deafen the bathrooms. But its still a good place for the Mambossa's alone( its a drink, just get it, it will be a pleasant surprise in at least 2 ways). read more

Che's is a Tucson classic. Reasonably priced drinks and a top notch patio make this bar perfect for lazy afternoon or night-on-the-town drinks. The funky atmosphere is a breath of fresh air from the more cookie-cutter places that are popping up all around town. The live music is a plus! read more

Che's bar is a cool place. Great beer selection, great prices, great atmosphere, great location and great art. Hell, you might even get lucky like me and meet one of the artists who frequent the joint and have their art up. Che's is a great local hangout where an out-of-towner still feels welcome. Do yourself a favor. Stop in for a cold one. Or two. Or three. You won't be disappointed. read more

I've never had a bad time at Che's. Simple bar, kind staff, and of course excellent pricing. It bad been a number of years since I passed through the doors, and I quite enjoy the patio addition. Not landscaped and serene like The Shanty, but extremely comfortable feeling. I think many an hour could be passed there. I went during the week, I know Che's gets crowded on weekends, hopefully there's room on the patio for me. read more

Travis & Billy were great. Made me awesome strawberry margaritas & the BEST IRISH COFFEE I've ever had.... And I've tried a few. Thank you! read more

Che's Lounge - Entertaining walk art - Lounges Near Me - Tucson, Arizona

This place is okay, I always feel really judged by the staff when I go in, like I'm not punk enough to be there lol. I asked for a menu and the bartender stared at me like I was an idiot and said 'we have a beer list'. I don't know the drinks are good so are the prices it's just a bummer that the bartenders are rude and it's an unwelcoming atmosphere. I've been wanting to find a new staple after flycatcher closed but this definitely isn't it. read more

They kicked me out because I asked where the bar tenders N95 was fitted... He refused to answer. I caused no trouble, just asked a question. I.love this bar but not a fan of the servers. read more

I am so incredibly embarrassed and angry. My cousin had his 21st birthday and I was non-stop talking about the world famous watermelon margaritas. As we were walking up at 1130pm the bouncer told me I could not enter because I was "swaying". I clearly had knee surgery and am in a brace..... not drunk or even intoxicated. I was so shocked and embarrassed in front of my whole family. I WILL NEVER BE BACK AND I WILL TELL EVERYONE NOT TO. So incredibly disappointed read more

By far my favorite spot to grab a drink on 4th Ave. I have always liked the atmosphere here, the people that are there are always mixed, if games are on they are watching them. The art work alone will take you many trips to see it all, plus they just changed it up and have some new stuff. The easiest place to get a drink and not have to wait, good music in the jukebox. Best part is Pac-Man table arcade game in the corner. My suggested drink if you go in here is there Michelada, a little on the tangy side from the lemon juice (the way I like it) but you get to mix the beer and tomato juice the way you want to. read more

There's a lot of great things about ches, like the atmosphere and local regulars but the bartenders seemed to have been trained to hound customers for tips. They are very aggressive and will actually berate you if you order too many of their cheaper beers. read more

Love this local dive bar. They have some of the best mix cocktails in Tucson Az. Can't wait until we are able to go have a cocktail there again. In the mean time they are offering take out, with all the garnishes. I just picked up some watermelon margaritas and micheladas. Love, Love, Love read more

Love this bar! Drinks are strong and the bartenders are some of my favorite people. I love coming here and feeling like part of the family.

Have fun there last nite meet cool people there ,love the coors there music was badass there . read more

Che's Lounge - Lounges Near Me - Tucson, Arizona

Isn't there an option for a rotten tomato?!?! They don't even deserve one star. I find it hard to believe people actually spend money in this place. The owner is rude and is horrible to his customers, and the bartenders are right there with him. I'll never spend my money there. Avoid this place. read more

I wish I could give these blatant racists negative stars!!! I was asked to leave the bar because I asked one of the bartenders for a pen. When he saw the lady I was talking to was not black he told me to leave the bar. When I asked for a manager I was told they're all managers and since I was asked to leave by one then they all supported him without question. I explained I simply asked for a pen and was still told to leave. I was told drinks are more important than a pen and I should leave lol. Well luckily I was with a bunch of cool people who will now make sure your racist venue gets no more support. This review won't reach all but knowing its out there gives me a little bit of satisfaction. Thank you Yelp!!! read more

People on a budget think this place is great because the drinks are so cheap. If you actually have money this place is a dump. The workers are very rude and it smells like hobos and piss. I don't understand why the bouncers think they are above everyone and snobby as hell. If being a doorman is their greatest accomplishment in life and they hate their jobs I don't see why they have to take it out on everyone else. read more

Used to think it was one of the best in town & some rad people do tend to be found in here but as my man and i tried to go in for a drink, we were stopped at the door. "So, we have a rule here were we do not allow street musicians in here." OK then. read more

Went here this past weekend with my girlfriends and we had a blast. At first it didn't really feel like our scene but we found the vintage pac man machine and had a blast with that! The patio was awesome and even though it was a little chilly my delicious moscow mule warmed me from the inside! Great time! read more

This place is a total joke. Bartenders are super rude. Door guys aren't that much better. They say you get what you pay for. In this instance, it's cheapish drinks and terrible experiences. read more

dollar drafts of the Champaign of Beers is like christmas morning when you were six and christmas still mattered (it kind of shaped your life, really) and you run into the family room and everyone is there and you're screaming because the Big Wheel is sitting there with a bow on it and you can't believe how happy you are and life is good. pints of High Life for a buck is just like that, and Che's is just like your family room because all the same people are on the same bar stools every day just like christmas morning and life is good. getting a drink sometimes (from some of the staff) is a bit like extracting teeth: it'll make you sweat and it kinda hurts & you swear you're never coming back to this dentist but six months later you're in his chair smelling his breath, which smells of beer. which is probably High Life, which he was drinking for a dollar at Che's Lounge. read more

This was fun at first then the bartenders girlfriend show up. I had just paid cash for a $50 order and she told the bartender I was bothering her. I didn't know her at all. I lost my $50 and was asked to leave. This was a complete scam. I lost money and the drinks because she set me up to steal the cash money. We had been enjoying the night with my friends until this girl showed up. I have been married 25 years and was with my wife and college friends. This was ridiculous. If I was from Tucson I would have let the police be called. I am sure it is a typical scam they play. Disappointed and they should be ashamed of their service and behavior! read more

Not my favorite place. Everytime I go there I feel like I spend the whole time just trying to walk through people or having people push by me. It takes forever to get a drink, and if a band is playing the place is so small you can't hear anything else. Just not very fun. read more

On Saturday night, 01/27/18, I asked the bartender/manager for four glasses of water - two for the band members and two for me. For some reason, he bartender seemed disgusted by my request and he gave me two waters instead of four. I went ahead and gave the band members their waters and came back for mine only to discover that the manager had walked away to help someone else. So, I called over another bartender and told him I'd give him $5 for the two waters I wanted. The manager came over to see what was going on and when he discovered what I was doing, he threw both waters into the sink, took my $5, and tossed me out of the club with a nice f-you. Real nice guy and a superb businessman that manager. This is merely the beginning of my reporting of him and Che's where I just so happen to be a regular. You suck, pal. read more

This may be the first place I have been and encountered fully bearded, skinny jeans wearing football watching hipsters! Cocktails were cheap and tasty and nobody got too angry when my fourth drink managed to slip through my fingers and make a mess. The bouncers were super friendly and the bathrooms felt like going back to second grade with short multi colored stalls, all in all a good time was had by Justiney so Meany and myself. We will be back the next time the family drags us to to the desert. read more

The second and favorite bar I visited during my brief stay in Tucson. It has the same semi-divey-but-not-a-shithole vibe that I like at my favorite bars back in Brooklyn. The artwork is also a really nice touch. read more

One of the less pretentious places on 4th Ave. Laid back atmosphere, diverse croud, cheap drinks and good live music. I'd be a regular if it wasnt on the other side of town. I will definitely come back to Che's read more

Love this bar! It's a 'dive' without really being a dive, know what I mean? The drinks are cheap (and always a good pour), the bartenders are fun and friendly and it's a plus when you can get a seat. The artwork is amazing (shout out to Donovan)! Yes, it gets crowded with annoying college kids, but that's what you get in a college town in a bar near the University. I love it on a weekend night, but especially love to go here on a Sunday afternoon for a couple cocktails, just to chill with a couple of friends and people-watch out the windows. read more

Hands down best michelada the atmosphere a lil different but they are very respectful. Very grudge time of dive bar they play 1960 music. Not a bar to watch football their is only one projector but great bar for date night went on a Sunday and Saturday n Saturday gets really packed but enjoyable read more