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    On the Rocks

    3.7 (27 reviews)
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    Open 6:00 am - 2:00 AM (Next day)

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    Armando O.

    Total dive bar but fun and friendly atmosphere. Have 3 pool tables and 1 dart board. If you like all types of music this is a good stop, everything from country to rap, so really a mixed bag of people. Cheap cold beers and .50 pool. Good place for an inexpensive fun night.

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    3 months ago

    Love this place!! Great service, fun atmosphere, amazing prices! Kendall introduced me to a great tequila.

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    1 year ago

    whoever works the bar on saturday is extremely unkind and unhelpfu. I used to enjoy coming here, not anymore!

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    5 years ago

    This place could be fun, but there was only 1 bartender who couldn't keep up and it wasn't the best experience unfortunately.

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    Cool spot. Sports on, billiards, darts, friendly staff, and they let us bring in food. Will definitely be back!

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    9 years ago

    Unsanitary and full of grime take a shower with bleach when you get home. Don't drink anything but beer unless you want to get sick.

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    Thank you for stopping in. We accept credit cards too!

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    Awesome Bar cheap drinks and friendly service. Always a good time opens early cash only

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    Outrider Rooftop Lounge

    Outrider Rooftop Lounge

    3.8
    (165 reviews)
    1.2 mi
    Free WiFi
    Large group friendly

    Outrider is the best spot in scottsdale! We were able to watch the sunset with amazing drinks made…read moreby our super friendly and attentive bartender Tony! His drinks were so great we returned the next day because we couldnt stop thinking about them!! Highly recommend this spot and the spicy marg!!

    We went to Outrider for Sunday brunch because the reviews claimed it was the most spectacular…read morerooftop spot and the best place for brunch. Honestly, I have no idea how it got those reviews. Maybe they're paid, I'm not sure, but based on my experience I would not go back. The biggest issue was the service. We arrived and were told to sit anywhere we wanted. After sitting down, we waited about 20 minutes and no one ever came to our table. No greeting, no water, nothing. Eventually I had to walk up to the bar and ask what the procedure was. Do we order at the bar? Do you have table service? No one could give a clear answer. They just kept saying, "If you want, you can order here." That's not the point. If I sit down at a restaurant, I expect someone to come to the table and explain how things work or take our order. If the system is that you order at the bar, just say that clearly so people know what to do. The drinks were also very mediocre. Nothing special at all. Honestly, they tasted like something you could throw together at home with soda, alcohol, and ice. The surprising part is that the food was actually phenomenal. The kitchen clearly knows what it's doing. The dishes were delicious and probably the best part of the entire experience. But great food alone isn't enough to make me return somewhere with poor service and forgettable drinks. My recommendation is don't waste your time on a Sunday brunch. There are plenty of other brunch spots with good food and good service.

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    Goldwater Brewing

    Goldwater Brewing

    4.6
    (319 reviews)
    1.0 mi
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    I was in Old Town Scottsdale for Scottsdale Art Walk and ended up checking out Goldwater Brewing…read moreafter checking out some art. While it's not in the heart of Old Town, it's within walking distance. We stopped by on a Thursday around 9:30 p.m. While we were on foot, I noticed that they have a parking lot. Ambiance (4/5): Relatively small for a brewery, but your typical chill, brewery vibes. They have some seats at the bar, some high tops, and a small patio. We sat out on the patio since the weather was nice. The seats out there are a bit uncomfortable, but we couldn't pass up on patio weather. They have free water in the corner which is always a plus so you don't have to wait in line. Service (5/5): The bartender working was super nice. It's always appreciated when servers go above and beyond in providing a great experience. He was friendly, efficient, and attentive. I couldn't have asked for more in my service experience at Goldwater. He exceeded my expectations. Food (N/A): I already ate previously so no food for me. There was a Mexican food truck in the parking lot. Drinks (4/5): I love trying local brews. At breweries, I typically get a flight so I can try out a variety of beers. This time though, I went with a pint. I couldn't say no to the Sour Rangers. I grew up watching the Power Rangers, so that was all the motivation I needed. An added bonus was that this beer is a sour. Not something you have every day, nor a style of beer that you come across very often. So I had to take advantage of the opportunity. And it was a good one. Goldwater is my type of place. I'd definitely return the next time I'm in the area!

    Goldwater Brewing is a great find!…read more We had family in town who love visiting local breweries so we found Goldwater on Yelp and decided to give it a try! Goldwater has indoor and outdoor seating options. It was a warm day so we sat inside at the hi-top. I didn't see food options available but it is located next to a few restaurants. My husband and friend enjoyed their beer flights and since I don't drink beer, I was happy to see a cooler with wine and other options such as white claw, etc. the beer was poured directly from the fermenter tank. The staff were very friendly and explained they had to open the wine bottle and make the first pour which was fine with me. We look forward to coming back in the near future.

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    Dodo Bird Kitchen and Cocktails

    Dodo Bird Kitchen and Cocktails

    4.0
    (306 reviews)
    0.9 mi
    $$

    Talia in the Bar and Ariel who is the Manager are awesome! The food is fantastic. Now the greatest…read morepart is the Banana Old Fashioned and the Boozy Dole Whip. Absolutely the best in Phoenix

    Went back again for their steak frites special ($20 on Mondays and Tuesdays 3pm-close). We had kind…read moreof a large group (11) without a reservation (which we should have but it was not a planned event). They were able to accommodate us although the hostess was a little rude as we could've just went somewhere else if there was no room. All of us ordered the steak frites and a lot of ours had really big fat pieces so there actually wasn't much "meat." In comparison to the first time we went here, the steak the first time was much better. They also changed the chimichurri recipe which was needed and was really good this time. A few people got the dole whip boozy marg. They said it was a 3/5 as it was inconsistent drink to drink, ex: one got cherry, one didn't; one was more watery than another one. They said they wouldn't get it again. Overall it was a little disappointing compared to my first visit, especially with most of us only being able to eat half our steak. They also changed the plating to the wooden boards which were kind of warped so when we were cutting our steaks, it was shaking the table a lot.

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    Brunch every Saturday & Sunday, 11 AM-2 PM. Enjoy flavor-packed dishes, $25 bottomless mimosas, brunch cocktails & mocktails
    Brunch every Saturday & Sunday, 11 AM-2 PM. Enjoy flavor-packed dishes, $25 bottomless mimosas, brunch cocktails & mocktails
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    Craft 64 - Scottsdale

    Craft 64 - Scottsdale

    4.5
    (1.3k reviews)
    1.3 mi
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    This was such a nice hole in the wall. If you're not paying attention you'll drive right past it!…read more The Spinach and Artichoke Dip might be one of the best I've ever had, I'd come back just for that alone! The only thing is you need to ask for extra bread, the bread that was given just wasn't enough, but they made some fresh pieces just for us! The pizza crust is so crispy without even a touch of the bottom being burnt. We will definitely be back!

    I've heard about Craft 64 and we spotted it while driving through old town so decided to stop in…read morefor drinks and an appetizer. The hostess was very friendly and led us back to the community table near the bar. Our server/bartender was busy at the bar and taking orders. No smile, a no- nonsense personality which is fine, just not friendly at all. My husband and friend decided to do beer flights. They enjoyed except for one of the beers they said had no flavor. I opted for a Tito's dirty martini which is my favorite drink. They enjoyed the beer flights but unfortunately when my martini was delivered, I swore the glass hadn't been properly washed as it had a sweet, coffee taste. I let our server know and she immediately took it and said she would make another which was great. I did see her grab a new glass. Unfortunately the new martini tasted exactly the same. Almost like a terrible espresso martini with olive juice. It was not drinkable. Either she didn't know how to make a dirty martini or the olive juice or vermouth went bad. I couldn't stomach the drink and felt nauseous so left it. We ordered a Chef's Board. Cheese selections, plus pepperoni, salami, prosciutto, mixed nuts & fruits, olives and fig jam. They missed the nuts, fruit and olives. The meat and cheese were good but it was a basic board. We should have ordered the pizza instead as everyone around us had a pizza and it smelled delicious. Our first visit was not the best experience, however, we may give it another try and check out the pizza instead.

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    Pour Decisions Patio and Kitchen

    Pour Decisions Patio and Kitchen

    4.2
    (75 reviews)
    1.5 mi

    I checked out Pour Decisions Patio and Kitchen on a Sunday evening. First off, I loved the play on…read morewords in their name. Well played. I Ubered but like most of Old Town Scottsdale, there's plenty of free street parking. You may need to circle around during peak hours, but you'll find a spot. Ambiance (3/5): Pour Decisions is an open air bar, and a pretty expansive one at that. Beyond the open-air area, there's also a spacious patio and a rooftop. I love a good rooftop. With it being Phoenix, when the weather cooperates of course. The aesthetic of the bar was too "Instagram culture" for me with neon witty quotes and such, but some people are into that. Service (2.5/5): It took us about 10 minutes for the bartender to greet us while we were sitting at the bar. It got to the point where we were wondering if anyone was working. Luckily, after a slow start, service was pretty decent after that. Food (N/A): I was on a liquid diet on this visit. Drinks (3/5): The menu matches the vibe. The cocktail list has some pretty fun options, but of the overly sweet variety that lacks sophistication. I couldn't help but order a cocktail that was served in a cowboy boot-shaped glass with a popsicle in it. Fun for the novelty of it but it was a mediocre drink. While I am being a little critical, Pour Decisions has its purpose. If you're looking for a spot to hang out in a big group, Pour Decisions is solid given how large of a space it is.

    This is a fun outdoor bar downtown. It is decorated really cool, and has alot of photo options for…read morepeople out having a great time. I enjoyed the prickly pear margarita and my husband had a beer. We also had the nachos with carne asada and enjoyed them. Excellent friendly service!

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