Just had a drink and watched some practice - the service was great and the people friendly. It is a hockey ambiance, so it goes to say parts will be chilly. read more

Christina and Stephanie are some of the best waitresses I have ever seen. The mozzarella sticks are genuinely amazing. The dark lighting and music are a great effect on the place. This is the best hometown bar I have ever seen. read more

Great service and food. Plenty of options for a small bar and fun view of the rink. Carne asada was better than expected. Wings are good, not heavily sauced. Fries are real potato's and chicken sandwich had an amazing spicy sauce. read more

I'm all about a good dive bar and the best thing about this one is the unique view of the ice skating rink. There are often hockey games or practices when we are there. Fun to watch. The lack of stars was because, a.) they were out of a common ingredient (sugar) to make the cocktail we wanted; and b.) the ownership has changed and the bartender said they are no longer honoring the "free fries" when you check-in on Yelp, and she said nobody has a clue how to take those things down from Yelp or any other platforms they offer specials. Felt a bit like a bait-n-switch to us, but I don't think it was done purposely. I believe the story that they don't know how to fix these things they inherited from previous owners. Regardless that that, the bartender was very friendly and the service was on point. It just seems the ownership has details to clear up to get the place running smoother. read more

Ice House Tavern - a view of a hockey rink - Sports Bars Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

Small dive bar feel, with a window to the skating rink. Bring warm clothes as it's a little chilly but not uncomfortable. Had the poutine, I'm Canadian so this was so nice and a great size. read more

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Came here with 13 people for a birthday celebration. The location was hard to find, it was behind all the other stores in the back side of the parking lot. It's a nice place for people to watch the game while eating/drinking. But not worth going solely for food or drinks. More of a place to wait for kids to finish the game or watch the game. We ordered some wings, nachos with carnitas, soft pretzels, and crispy chicken sandwich. Wings were good! Crispy on the outside and juicy! Nachos were not good, melted cheese was literally looks like it was melted from the microwave and it's all dried up when you get it. Carnitas were also not great. The fries were the best part of the crispy chicken sandwich. The chicken sandwich it self was a very thin piece of chicken. For drinks it was a game day so lots of game specials including a mystery shots! It was gin based and it was surprisingly really good! Can't beat $1 shots!! Sangria and the earl grey martini was not the best and they both tasted more like juice. Would recommend to go if you want drinks/quick bite before skating or watching a game. read more

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Apparently this bar has been here for many years. The food could be a hidden gem, but I did not want to disturb the cook, who was relaxing and texting in the tiny kitchen. Beer prices were reasonable and staff was nice and they even have one of those 1980's era ice hockey games. The view of the rink was pretty cool, but that's about all. Likely, alot of regulars have been coming here for years. read more

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I have been SO excited to visit this place since I heard of it (prelockdown) and finally got to go last night! The atmosphere is awesome! Been missing hockey & sports in general and this place is so unique and fun! My boyfriend and I sat at the bar. Scott was our bartender and he did a great job of keeping us entertained and well nourished! We had DELICIOUS fried pickles (my favorite!), split a chicken BLT and also had some garlic hot honey chicken wings! The wings were spicy and sooo good! My bf was so excited for the Canadian beers and we quenched our thirst with some refreshing molsons. I will most definitely be back as often as I can be! I NEED to try the brunch poutine! This place is awesome and I highly recommend checking it out!! read more

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I am disgusted with my experience at this tavern tonight. Some friends and I went into this tavern to watch a hockey game. The server came over and asked what he could grab us. The first three of us asked for waters and then he just skipped the last two and said " Okay so just five waters?" and rolled his eyes as he walked away and didn't give my friends a chance to order the drinks they wanted. Another server came around and said if we were getting waters then that's what the bleachers were for. I proceeded to tell her that my friends tried to order drinks and she goes, "What, water??" with so much attitude. The two servers then proceeded to talk poorly about us behind the bar and wouldn't get us waters or take our orders so we left. Worst service I've ever had at a restaurant. I hope these two servers get fired. So unbelievably rude. read more

I come in here to hang while the fiance plays hockey and I must say, they're ALWAYS super friendly and welcoming! I love being able to have a beer or cocktail while watching the guys on the ice! It is also much warmer in the tavern than on the bleachers! ;) They recently hired a new addition to the team (I totally forget his name, darn!) and he is willing to whip up anything that your heart desires; homemade salad dressings, loaded fries--which are amazing might I add!, wings, etc. He even offered to muddle some cucumber into my gin and tonic for a light and refreshing twist! I will absolutely be back soon to hang! Thank you for always putting a smile on my face! read more

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Really different but cool bar. Love the atmosphere can watch live hockey and listen to live band.

Kim and her staff are great! We regularly enjoyed the weekly soup and sandwich special, but were very disappointed to hear they have been discontinued for who knows what reason. The rotating craft IPAs are always great and will hopefully continue. read more

Might be a cool place, but who knows? They're not open when they say they should be and after reading through reviews, this is apparently a common occurrence nowadays. Maybe find a babysitter so that your business can function. read more

This is the best bar! The food is delicious (their tacos... their specials... so yummy). Having a kid that plays hockey means I'm at the rink multiple times per week and the bar is a great spot to sit during practices. This bar has greatly improved over the last year and a half. The rotating beers are great and I love the weekly specials. It's a great place to catch up, watch sports and watch my kiddo play hockey. Love this place and what they've done with it. Kim is fantastic and knows her business! Def give it a try! read more

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Super cool dive bar where you can watch some hockey and tip back a cold one. Usually pretty quiet but friendly atmosphere. I enjoy visiting this place. read more

Ice House Tavern - Sports Bars Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

Been coming here for quite a while. Love the staff. Love the food. Can't go wrong when you have Canadian and Molson on draft. The company is always friendly as everyone is always in a great mood watching the rink. Whether it's the freelance skating or the games going on, I'm always enjoying the ambiance. Kim is a genius when it comes to making cocktails and professionalism. Chris is 100% on his game and smiling. Lauren never disappoints with her attentiveness and friendliness. I see some negative reviews on this sweet place and beg to differ. Give it a shot, you won't be disappointed. Love, love it. read more

This is the second time I have come to have a beer and chill. The website says they should be open and the second time they are closed. Saturday afternoon at 3:30 and they are not open!?!? Last time was Sunday afternoon. It seems they open when they feel like it. read more

Always have great service and good food. Can't complain about anything. The wings are pretty notoriously delicious and it's a great spot for food late night. read more

Decent dive bar with a unique view of the ice rink. Seems like a place where the hockey moms go while the kid is at practice. Cheap and good bar food. It's a little hard to find, it's in the back of the shopping center. read more

Ice House Tavern - Sports Bars Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

Philip G said it well.. the cheese curds are excellent! And the atmosphere is fun. Come on down!

Cheap food and beer. It's a shame they don't do trivia anymore. The last time we were in there on a Saturday night, the bartender had her two young children with her. She literally closed early and forced us out by 9pm so she could get her kids to bed. Even though the signage says open till midnight. We had a couple in our group that were skating so we had to sit outside the bar and wait for them to finish. read more

Feels like an alleyway dive bar, but charges upscale prices. The bartender was great, and the ice rink view is unique, but at $10 a drink, it's not worth it. read more

The Ice House holds a special place in my heart and is a go to to escape the terrible AZ summer heat. Where else can you watch people ice skate when it's 120 degrees outside and also enjoy a good (cheap) beer. Staff are attentive and friendly. A fun, unique spot in Phx! read more

Hi or you open tonight it's Tuesday night time 5:30pm? the food is good and severe fun to whach tv and see people ice skate and see some people now ok i will back soon ok. read more

Super divey bar with an amazing view of all the hilarious ice skaters. Highly recommend as a pit stop during a night of drinking!

Stopped over on a Saturday night early (8pm) to meet a friend. Yelp gave us a coupon for some tasty fries. I'd go back to explore again.

What a delight and hidden gem this place is. I highly recommend all lace up the skates and grab a brew. Affordable merriment for all.

Icehouse tavern has the best service great food great family fun get to sit down watch hockey hang out play little bubble hockey pinball darts whatever you want you name it great staff great environment ELE ( everybody love everybody) read more

Great little spot to watch a hockey game! Super friendly staff!

Currently sitting at the bar watching game 1 round 1 of the playoffs and Morgan has been 100% on top of it. She's been both friendly and attentive even when I can see she's running through a bunch of orders in the back of her mind. Service has been awesome and the food has been solid. We got chips and salsa and beer cheese and pretzels and they have been way better than expected (I mean, what do you expect with barfood?). 10/10 would watch hockey and trash talk here again. read more

Not open during operating hours, no one answered the phone and there's no sign explaining why. Glad I came out of my way to bring my husband here for his birthday. read more

Honestly the coolest bar for hockey fans. A surprisingly competent and delicious craft cocktail menu, amazing staff (ask for Kim), and a great view of the rink. Also, I can't think of anywhere with so many Canadian beers. My new favorite bar. read more

We have been coming here for the last 4 years. Lately, we haven't been here as much as the quality has gone down. Tonight we decided to give it a try again, big mistake. We came in, I checked out the cool old pinball machine, talked to the chef/waiter about it, so, I know that someone in the place actually saw us. The bar was not busy, maybe 10 people at the most were there. We walked down to the bar, and over to the seats right on the glass. And, then, for 10 minutes, we watched the bartender completely ignore us, we turned our chairs 90 degrees and literally watched her walk by us a half dozen times. I made eye contact a few times, and even waved to her, but, at no time did she ever serve us, at no time (even though she was 2 feet away from us) did she even acknowledge that we were there, or say "I'm busy, I'll be with you in a minute". All we saw her do was move very slowly, check her phone often and very slowly pour a drink for someone at the bar, something that required 4 trips to the customers (which were 2 feet away from us). We got up to leave, walked past her and I said "Thank you for not even noticing us", and the kicker....she didn't even notice that I said this. The Chef/Waiter also completely ignored us, walking past us several times. There are a lot of crappy dive bars in this area, don't go out of your way to be ignored at this one. We are done here, it is like we were invisible, well, guess what...so is our money and our tips. Adios to terrible service. read more

I love this bar. The atmosphere is low key but it is the best hockey bar in town. Specials are great and as close to a speakeasy as you will find in Phoenix. Try the wings and cheese curds. No better place! read more

Best Arcadia "sports bar" by far. Live sports right in front of the bar as you drink good, cheap drinks with ideal bar food and a great happy hour. I'm his place is a diamond in the rough and you're making a huge mistake every time you go to any other boring, run-of-the-mill, sports bar. Roberta is the Friday and Saturday bartender and she's bom and friendly and my friends and I love her. read more

What bar doesn't serve Budweiser, the king of beers? Then my friend said ok give me the cheapest beer, which she asked bottle or draft and he said draft (usually cheapest option avail) and got a $5 draft Coors light. Wtf. No wonder no one was in the bar. I guess they think they are in old town Scottsdale. Modelo bottle was $4, she did not even offer the better, cheaper option... read more

Charm+Dive feel. Good solid spot to watch a game. Kitchen opening soon. And fits perfectly in the peg of dive-bardom, providing you with that place that allows you to disappear from the responsibilities of everyday life. read more

Good view of the ice action. Very friendly bartender and waitress staff. Free popcorn too!

They recently got a new chef who revamped the menu. They still have bar favorites like wings, burgers, and fries but are also having weekly and daily specials. The Philly cheese steak is amazing. Friendly staff. Keep it up! read more

4 stars inky because I'm not sure that I've been back since they renovated. I really liked the duce bar feel and it's super cool to have a view of the ice rink while you drink! Keep in mind the entrance us (or at least was) behind the Plaza where it feels like you're not supposed to be driving. But it's worth going thru the alley lol. Far drive from where I live, but I would go back for sure read more