I was highly impressed. Poe, the house manager, remembered me and exactly what I liked, even though…read moreit had been a few months since my last visit. He was extremely attentive, and so was my sushi chef, Fernando. Lorisa, my waitress, was as sweet and friendly as can be. Now let's get to the food. The quality is definitely there. The sashimi was cut the correct way--not too thin and not too thick, exactly how it should be. They also have a good happy hour, but that is not the only reason to come here. I can only speak to the sashimi and sushi, but the quality was excellent and they serve fresh wasabi game changer. So for sushi Downtown I would say this is one of the best. They also have other offerings. There are others that once were good but lost there touch as they grew recomend.

Ordered a tuna poke bowl for takeout at 6:07pm and got an email saying it would be ready by 6:27pm…read more I showed up a few minutes early, but there was a line, so by the time I reached the front it was exactly 6:27. I understand it was busy, and I'm not upset about the line. What I didn't love was being told by the host to step aside when I got to the front so that she could check on my order, and then watching her help everyone else in line and forget about me entirely. If you're going to park a takeout customer to the side, you have to come back to them. Around 6:40pm, I flagged down a waitress who was kind and actually looked into it for me. I got my order from her at 6:48pm. They need to fix how takeout orders get handed off to guests. Pickup shouldn't run through the same single host managing a long dine-in line, or if it does, someone has to own circling back. And the food didn't make up for it. The tuna was fishy. I ended up drowning it in soy sauce just to get through it, which is not what you want to be doing with raw fish. When poke is the whole point of the dish, the fish has to be fresh, and this wasn't. The restaurant had a nice moodiness to it with tons of Japanese letters / decor. Other than the ambiance being nice, my experience was not great.

AZ Cocktail weekend event spot. Popup tiki bar event with yummy rum drinks. I'd come back again to…read moretry other drinks.

Alex made me the best amaretto sour of my life. I had a taste of my friends drink, the Space…read moreOddity, which was also delicious. He was quick to make recommendations and extremely friendly.

Please go to the club in a club, the Spin Room. It cost $15 for admission but the music is worth it.read more

Hostile Environment and Zero Management Accountability...I am in Phoenix to be honored at an awards…read moreceremony for my entrepreneurial work. I brought my sister--who is visiting the city for the first time--to Spin Room to celebrate. After paying a cover charge and attempting to purchase bottle service, we were met with a server and bottle girl who were rude, combative, and assumptive. The situation escalated when the server threatened to have security escort us out simply for addressing the poor service. While the head of security did eventually offer an apology, he did absolutely nothing to rectify the situation or address the server's hostility. As a business owner, I find it unacceptable that a venue would allow staff to threaten paying guests who are attempting to spend premium prices. An apology without action is meaningless. This experience completely soured our night and left a terrible impression of Phoenix hospitality. If you are looking for a professional environment to celebrate an occasion, steer clear of this establishment.

Came to watch the World Cup and left with a very sour taste after what I experienced. It's very…read moreunfortunate because I really enjoyed coming to this bar to watch soccer. As the game ended, it was announced over the intercom that customers were free to take the flags hanging from the ceiling. Naturally, people began grabbing them. A man with a gray beard, who claimed to be one of the owners of the bar, started yelling, "Stop acting like animals!" at the customers. There is a respectful and professional way to address people without insulting them, especially when everyone was simply responding to what had just been announced. Otherwise, no one would have started taking the flags in the first place. He then walked over to my fiancé and forcefully ripped a flag out of my fiancé's hands, nearly knocking her to the ground. He also grabbed another customer from behind in a highly inappropriate manner and pulled him down, putting him at risk of falling. It was a very disappointing experience, especially since I visited this pub 5-6 times throughout the World Cup and had always enjoyed coming here until this happened.

Hubby & I had dinner here tonight. We are on vacation so we decided to venture out a little farther…read moreout than normal. We didn't even think about there maybe being a game. There was a game & the area for parking & the restaurant was packed. We were greeted by pleasant hostess. We were told 15 minutes wait. I'm not sure how long it was, but it wasn't long. While we were waiting someone came & asked all of us waiting if we wanted a drink. Hubby & I ordered drinks. He brought them right as we were being seated. Hubby got his favorite beer & on draft which is his favorite. It was so good & really cold. I got Tito's & cranberry. It was good as well. Our server came to the table promptly. Hubby ordered the power bowl. I ordered the smash burger. Hubby loved his power bowl. It was huge & full of food. I thought I took a picture, but it didn't come through to my phone. My smash burger was so good. I don't know what they do, but it was moist & flavorful! It is loud, but it outstanding service & excellent food. Even if my phone took 2 fuzzy pictures & didn't get 1. I only wish they were closer!

Good music, GREAT drinks, goated vibes. I LOVE the giant disco ball and the colorful tiled floor…read more Its loud in here, so expect to yell if you wanna hear folks, but it's exactly what you need if you want to go dancing with your girls. (Note: crowd tends to skew pretty young here!)

The self-appointed king of speakeasies is back at it with another one. I've stopped by Stardust…read morePinbar twice, the most recent being on a Saturday night. Located downtown, while they have a small parking lot that they share with The Van Buren, I Ubered over. Ambiance (2.5/5): To get in, go into Ziggy's Pizza. You'll see a bouncer. He will check your ID and then you'll make your way through the walk in fridge. That will take you to a door that leads you to the speakeasy. When you think of a speakeasy, you think of dim lighting. Intimate. Quiet. This isn't that. On the weekends, Stardust turns into a casual club. There's a DJ, there's a dance floor, and there's pin ball. Not your run-of-the-mill speakeasy at all. So I guess it all depends on what you're looking for. For me, I think I would like it a lot more on a week day when it's a lot less congested. Service (4/5): Even with them being quite busy, the bartenders are quite efficient and attentive. Which makes things go through quickly, despite a line. Well done all-around. My only complaint? You pay on those little handheld devices which don't show you an itemized receipt. I had to ask for one. Food (N/A): They're owned by the same people as Ziggy's so you can wait for your food at Ziggy's and then bring it into Stardust. There are a few booths in Stardust so you can sit and eat. Ziggy's is pretty good pizza, so I recommend it. Drinks (3/5): When we're talking speakeasies, the expectation is elevated cocktails with an interested blend of flavors and ingredients. While Stardust has a cool menu, the cocktails are made quickly so the focus is on speed rather than quality. They're not bad per se, nor are the prices, but they're not speakeasy quality. I've tried four or five different ones on the menu. The creativity is there to a degree, but the execution isn't. While a bit critical since they're a speakeasy, overall, Stardust is a pretty cool spot. If you come right after a concert gets out at Van Buren, expect for there to be a long line. I'm planning to come back on a Tuesday. Why? Free pinball (normally it's a $1 per play) and specials on cheese pizza slices and beer.

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.

This place is so cool!! I like the speakeasy vibe but they also have food! So many unique drinks…read moreand martinis! I stopped in to try their happy hour, and I am very pleased with the gin collins! They give you a nice big glass, and it looks so pretty! Service has been great, with very friendly and attentive bartenders who are talented! I'm excited to try this place again!

The service here was above and beyond! Our hostess Kora was…read morekind, helpful, and sympathetic. Our hostess Patrick was friendly and fun. Our server Monique helped answer all our questions and had a great personality. Joselyn also helped us during our visit and she was so amazing and very helpful. The food was very tasty and fresh. The drinks were top of the line - both beautiful and tasty! The vibe was kicken and very upbeat yet also chill. Loved being here and absolutely cannot wait to return

Instantly greeted with warmth! Bartenders are super friendly and attentive! Came here for happy…read morehour, and they have a good selection of martinis and appys - but only from 5-6! Super cute, and has a lounge vibe. It feels really welcoming! Great by yourself or with friends!

This cocktail bar hit in a hotel downtown on a fourth floor is a vibe. The drinks are so good and…read moreso worth it. We also had a few little small bites. That were excellent as well.. We went after a WNBA game so it was busy. We sat at the bar &, I didn't like my second drink compared to my first drink , They switched it out for me. I really appreciated that..