They had me at the name... though I will clear the air. There are no killer whales present at…read moreKiller Whale Sex Club. Nor is it a sex club. But, if you're looking for a really cool bar, KWSC is for you. I stopped by on a week day evening around 8:30 p.m. Located in Roosevelt Row, while there isn't parking, I found free parking on the street a few minutes away on foot. Ambiance (4.5/5): My type of spot. Dimly lit with a speakeasy vibe. There are eight or so seats at the bar, and the rest of your seating options consist of comfortable chairs and sofas. You'll see a lot of photos of people's bums on the walls lol. This is indeed part of the appeal. For free, if you would like, they will take a polaroid of your butt and memorialize you eternally on the walls. While I didn't do that, if that's up your alley, go for it. Service (2/5): This is the main area of improvement. After being seated, I was greeted promptly and got my first cocktail promptly. From there, things fell apart. I had to grab the bartender's attention to order my second drink and to close out. It was a week day and they weren't busy. And there were two bartenders. A lack of attentiveness. When I closed out, I noticed that the cocktails were both $2 more expensive than what was listed on the menu. When I inquired, I was told that the menus were outdated... umm what? If you're not going to re-print your menus, give people a heads-up when they arrive. I understand that most people won't notice, but this is deception. Food (N/A): I was on a liquid diet. If you're trying to eat here, all they have is snacks. The menu doesn't specify but I'm thinking it's probably chips or somethign like that. Drinks (4/5): A lengthy, and interesting, cocktail list. Similar to a speakeasy, you're going to see creativity and an interesting blend of flavors here. The most popular drink is Fuck Nazis. We're seeing a theme here. KWSC is an interesting spot. For various dollar amounts, you can get funny things outside of the polaroids of your bum. My first cocktail was great. My second one, a tiki drink, not so much. The menu said that there would be some flame action happening. It didn't. Just another example of the service falling short. If the service were better, Killer Whale Sex Club would easily be a five-star experience.

I started coming here back in 2019, and at the time it felt like one of those rare places you…read morealmost don't want to tell people about because it was so special. The atmosphere was unique, the bartenders were genuinely engaging, and there was a real sense of community that made every visit memorable. It became my go-to spot to bring friends from out of town and every single person I brought absolutely loved it! Back then, the cocktails felt intentional and creative, not just rushed out for volume. The staff remembered regulars, conversations flowed naturally, and the whole place had this warm, eclectic energy that made you want to stay for hours. Even on busy nights, it somehow still felt personal. Unfortunately, over the last couple of years, the vibe has changed quite a bit. The drinks just aren't as consistently good as they used to be, especially considering the prices now. Service feels far more transactional and impersonal, and the atmosphere that once made this place stand out has faded into something much more generic. It feels less like a neighborhood gem and more like a stop on a nightlife circuit.

I would also like to know when Pat James will be there. He is great…read more I would also like to be informed of performances = bands. Thank you!

Your typical dive bar. This night they had a good bad and karaoke in the back patio. Idk what the…read moresmell is out there but.... Drinks were good and bartenders were friendly so

great prices and variety. great night out. lots of space according to your party sizeread more

I came here to karaoke for my bday last weekend. I love how beautiful they decorated the room…read more It's also convenient that they allow you to bring your own snacks and drinks. I munched on hot Cheetos and drank soju and had a great time singing the night away! We got two mics. One was louder than the other and even though we asked the staff, they "fixed" it but didn't really. When selecting songs from YouTube on the screen, we had to be sure to pick videos that had lyrics. We messed up several times so that was annoying. Other than that, it was a nice time with my girl friends!

It is a very dark place. No windows like a jail cell. Not…read moremuch for seating. The main event is horrible karaoke. It is definitely a sketchy bar.

This is my go-to. I love the laid back atmosphere here and it's a great place to play pool. Great…read moregroup of regulars and the staff are always friendly. Patio has a nice view of Superstition. Love this place!

This spot rocks! I went here on a whim as someone at the restaurant I was having dinner at…read morementioned going dancing. So I called the crew and we made our way to meet up out front. Once we got inside, the crowd was here for all the fun and dance of it. My friends and I grabbed a drink and stomped right onto the dance floor with everybody else. I'm not quite sure how to explain the vibe, but it was just 'on one'. Next thing I know we're jumping up and down with the DJ and sweating our assess off. Everybody was so friendly, the bartenders were ready everytime we crawled over, and the music was non stop amazing. I wish I could come here on a regular basis but my poor knees just wouldn't be able to survive the brutality of it all. I can't remember the last time I've been somewhere and the entire crew did not want to leave. Everytime we tried to skip out, the DJ would play an old/new mashup that forced my little dancin' feet right back inside. Do yourself a favor and get yourself on top of this experience. You'll thank me. I promise!

This place is amazing. The club is all vaporwave/80s themed, lots of mirrors and neon and retro…read morearcade vibes. They've been bringing a bunch of cool underground DJs: Satin Jackets, Hot Chip, Sofia Kourtesis, Matthew Dear, Com Truise. Thundercat does all sorts of theme nights: goth, techno, indie dance, yacht rock, karaoke, 80s pop/hip-hop. They also have some really interesting vendors set up shop outside sometimes: food, art, toys and collectibles. Despite the retro look the soundsystem is super high tech and there is a massive LED screen behind the dj with some folks doing live visuals. Cocktails are great and cost as much as anywhere else, though the beer selection could use a little work. Security and staff aren't dicks, which is always nice. Looking forward to the cooler months when I'm sure they'll have djs/art/entertainment outside on the patio.

They now have a new karaoke host on Thursday and Saturday nights and Friday DJ. Plus lunch specials…read moreduring the week. Great bartenders!!

WTF?! Karoke only! This bar is norm poppin sat but now ita come bs!! I dont think im not coming…read morehere every sat anymore. Sally, Shane, Matt, and Cliff are grear but the atomophere has changed and it sucks!!! Play some music.

Boycott is such a fun bar in Phoenix! I came here with some friends while on a bachelorette party…read moreand we had such a great time. It was the perfect place to kick off our gay bar bar-hop since it was much more low-key compared to the other spots. The music was so good, the bartender was nice, and the dancer was AMAZINGGGG. We were pretty much the only people there but she was giving us a full show. There was a DJ + a large space to dance, as well as a decent sized outdoor patio. I think it probably gets a little busier as the night goes on, but we still had a lot of fun!

I came here ALONE hoping for acceptance and kindness from my fellow humans. I was SORELY…read moreDISAPPOINTED. Only the few people who came in as customers during karaoke were amazing and wonderful. The STAFF HERE IS JUDGMENTAL AS FUCK. I just lost a ton of weight over the last year and am very tall, I came in here super cute with my followers. I was trying to have fun while being RESPECTFUL TOWARDS THOSE AROUND ME. I did NOT receive the same treatment at all. They couldn't take ANY of my cards like chime debit or PayPal, also don't have any electronic type pay at all. FYI Kindness is free maybe don't BE the HATE WE ALL see in the world. WE ARE A RAINBOW COMMUNITY FOR A REASON. All I was trying to do was find a SAFE PLACE to chill and you FUCKED THAT UP WITH YOUR JUDGEMENT (and eye rolls). That's on you, especially when I tried to have conversations and treat you with love and kindness but all I got was NEGATIVITY. That doesn't EVER create a conducive environment for LGBTQ+ humans. So CHANGE. BECOME BETTER. Our community deserves it.

Great dive bar, we went for pool and karaoke. Everyone that sang was so amazing, that it was a…read morelittle intimidating to go up there but everyone was also so nice and encouraging. You can tell a lot of the people are regulars but they were friendly. There was also darts which was a pleasant surprise. Bartenders weren't super friendly, but they were attentive so that was easy to get past. Overall, I would absolutely return again and probably will sooner rather than later.

Looking for a dive bar? A place where the locals meet? A place with attitude but great service?…read moreWanna shoot pool or throw dice? This is the pace for you! Friendly service, great selection of beers, full bar, and the atmosphere to match! Besides the ample draft beers available, there are even more in bottle or cans! TVs around in case you want to catch a game or avoid your seatmate. Overall, a very cool neighborhood bar! Relaxed, fun, and welcoming!