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    Samsara

    4.6 (198 reviews)
    Open 2:00 pm - 2:00 am (Next day)
    Updated 3 weeks ago

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    Outdoor seating

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    Koobideh!
    Jaleebi S.

    Delightful, delicious and definitely coming back! First of all, I had no idea I could find authentic koobideh steps from Roosevelt but I was so impressed with the authenticity of both flavor and presentation! Samsara's presence as a cool hookah spot is matched by the quality of the food and the beautiful people who seem to consistently hang out here. Our server was charming and matched the swank feel of another cool Roosevelt spot!

    Tamika H.

    Best food and bar service ever. amazing customer service. Our bar tenders was Stephanie and Miguel. They made our drinks and it was THE BEST EVER. We came with a party of 5 and they service was super fast and very friendly. We mostly definitely will be back!

    Falafel, chips & guac, and falafel wrap with fries
    Adrienne C.

    Arrived here on a Sunday around 1. It wasn't super busy. We were only offered seating outside but later learned we could sit inside at the bar so we moved because it was hot. My friend raved about the food here so I was excited. I usually look at the menu before I go to a place but I didn't this time. I was looking forward to brunch foods but their menu doesn't have that. The options were slim and nothing really appealed to me but since I was drinking I ordered falafel to hold me over until we went somewhere else. It was supposed to come with mango sauce but came with tzatziki instead. Which was fine. I also got 2 Samsara smash drinks with guava and they were BOMB. My friend got chips & guac, which I tried and it was decent. She also got a Persian salad which she said was ok. My other friend got the falafel wrap (it was huge) & fries. She said it was good. The fries were hot & fresh. The server wasn't super attentive and would disappear for long periods of time. There isn't a lot of seating where you don't have to pay. I don't smoke hookah but my friends do and they appreciated the flavor options. The pricing was good. Music was great! I'd come back for drinks and music.

    Talon S.

    I didn't have food and went on a Friday night. We arrived around 7ish and found street parking. By time we left around 10:00 it started to liven up a lot! Whether for an actual night out or a pre game, this would be a nice stop.

    Chicken skewer w/ rice
    Amayia T.

    Leslie was an amazing server. She was thorough and always came back to check on our table even on a busy Sunday. 10/10 love from Mississippi.

    Shakira M.

    DJ and music was on point, loved our server Ayla, food was good too with my only complaint that my rice was lacking seasoning but I fixed it with a little salt and pepper. Loved the chicken skewers and my mockjito. Where this 4 star experience dropped down to 3 is when our server had to close our tab as she was leaving. She was great and attentive, assuring us that someone would come by in case we needed water refills or wanted to order additional drinks. She left and so did our service. No one acknowledged us or even came over to say that they were taking over servicing our table. It's as if once our cards were swiped with the "20%" service fee, they couldn't care less. Would I return. I would for the music and to give this establishment another chance. We were willing to order more drinks had we been acknowledged but after waiting endlessly, we left and took our money elsewhere.

    Spinach & artichoke, baba ghanoush and mocktails.
    Gabby B.

    Went to Samsara for hookah stayed for the vibes. Fire spinach and artichoke dip and Diamond was our girl!

    Old Fashion
    Shirley V.

    Dined-5/10/25: Came in for the 1st time. It's located downtown which means parking is impossible unless you spare yourself the stress & pay for parking. Guac & chips were tasty & our wings were fried hard as requested. They get pretty packed here on a Sat, so although the food came out at a decent time, trying to get your servers attention if anything was needed was a bit of a challenge.

    Mezcal Clase Azul  ... black bottle a cocktail with Clase Azul  gold...
    Jerome I.

    ask for Stephanie the mixologist- very knowledgeable The vibe is super cool, chill and good music

    Melinda E.

    This is a dope hookah spot with decent hookah and food and vibey decor. I loved every cocktail I tried and the music was ok too. This is the perfect Place to start your night .

    Hookah Menu (as of Dec 2024)
    Aya E.

    Ordered: Izzy on the Eyes - Classic Hookah (~$30): lemon, ginger, and mint flavors Aya's take: Last night in Arizona and we decided to grab a hookah & chill. Samsara was recommended to by a friend who lives here and it did not disappoint. I like that they have both indoor and outdoor seating. We decided to sit outdoors and even though it was a bit chilly in the evening, we barely noticed because they have outdoor heaters. They were out of the peach flavor we wanted to try so we got the Izzy on the Eyes Hookah. It tasted exactly as described: lemony, gingery, and minty! It was super light, fresh, and packed well. They rotate the coals frequently and it lasted the 1.5 hours we were there. The total came out to ~$40 and although I never saw the receipt (they just brought the credit card machine), I assume it was due to tax and an automatic tip (even though we were a party of 3). All in all, solid hookah spot in the Phoenix area!

    Destiny J.

    We had a great experience at this hookah bar. We went the night of Thursday April 24 2025 for my birthday celebration. We met a few friends. It was a live DJ. The drinks could be stronger in my opinion. But all was well. The staff was nice. Seemed like r&b thursdays

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    such a good vibe, stephanie, a bartender here was super helpful with great service! would definitely come back any time :]

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    Bryanna and Stephanie are great!!! Drinks are amazing and service is great. 100% recommend

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    Lexi was the bestttt ever so sweet and pretty service was fast and gave good recommendations

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    Right away the owners greeted my party and showed a level of hospitality that I've never seen any where else.

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    Rough Rider

    4.4
    (685 reviews)
    0.3 mi
    $$$
    Happy hour specials
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    This place was SO fun for me and my ladies. We went here for my birthday and it was so fun. I made…read morea reservation on open table which I HIGHLY recommend. We had a party of 10 and it was so fun. We all had drinks a some people ordered food. Due to party size there was auto gratuity and only 4 cards max. The bar is in the basement of the hotel. When we got there though it wasnt very clear that it was there. We got there a little early but the accommodated us nicely. Originally there was going to be 9 people but I asked day of event if I could bring another person and they said yes. The drinks were so good. Th divine feminine tasted like Jamaica drink with the hibiscus. Then I had the happy birthday Mr. President. Oh. My. God. It didn't even taste like alcohol it tasted like vanilla ice cream I'm so serious. It was delicious. Then I had the siren drink. That one wasn't bad at all. We all had a great time and shared laughs and everything. I love the setting of it though. It's a bit dark so we had to use phone lights to see the menu. But it feels like stepping into a whole new world once you enter. I think it's perfect for hanging out. Date night. Anniversary dinner. All of it. Our server was nice. Very friendly. I think he could use a little more on his hospitality just because sometimes I feel like he didn't know what to say exactly. A little disappointed that there wasn't really anything special for a birthday though. Not even a little card on the table that said happy birthday. Just a thought. Other fine dining establishments I've been in did.

    Rough Rider has been through some changes that I find disappointing. When we were seated, I asked…read moreour server if they still have happy hour and he said he wasn't sure if we were still within the happy hour window - it was 3:30 PM. He then confirmed we were still within the happy hour window and offered to bring us a menu. They used to have an extensive happy hour menu featuring several drinks and food items and now their "happy hour menu" consists of a cheeseburger for $22. Not sure that that really constitutes as a happy hour menu... I asked him why they changed the menu and he put up his hands as if to say he's not to blame and said he doesn't have anything to do with those decisions. He said that "management decided to make a few substitutions but they're pretty good" and didn't provide any further elaboration. I ordered the appetizer lamb lollipops which had four small pieces for $25. My friend decided to try the "happy hour" cheeseburger and he said it was good but it did appear a bit overpriced for an average burger with a pretty hefty serving of french fries. I really wasn't impressed by the quality of the food, the portion size, the price, or the service. Unfortunately, I'll be taking Rough Rider off my list of regular places i frequent and restaurants I recommend to others.

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    Barcoa Agaveria

    4.4
    (131 reviews)
    0.4 mi
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    I'm a big tequila fan & my crew that night with me is in the same boat or they will do some mezcal…read more The outside patio near the food truck is great when the weather permits. Main level/Upstairs vibe is well-lit with a true cantina bar feel. High-top tables, seats at the bar & happy hour from 4-7 pm make it ideal for some $7 drinks!!. The collection of Tequilas is GREAT. Many of which do not contain additives. I won't lie, I thought I was a big fan until I realized I didn't recognize a lot of the tequilas they had on hand. Downstairs is a whole different vibe. Custom craft cocktails, dim lighting with artwork, and more make it feel like an upscale NYC spot in your basement. I did 2 of my favorites, Paloma De Guayaba with the custom block name etched and the Baya Nueva. While in the Cantina, I had to order my friend the Basura (trash), but that wasn't the case... then again, it is served in a plastic bag, and is definitely a throwback to my early 20's of gettin' lit!!!! Always look forward to sharing this place with friends visiting and connecting with those locally.

    Barcoa Agaveria is clearly a popular spot in downtown Phoenix, and I can see the appeal--but my…read morelatest visit didn't quite match the hype. I stopped in late on a Saturday. It was busy, but not packed, which made the service stand out more than it should have. I had to ask for water twice, never got a refill, and overall felt largely ignored--minimal eye contact, no real warmth, just an impersonal feel that didn't match the space. It felt like a place that may be a bit of a victim of its own success--popularity has grown, but delivery hasn't fully kept pace. Part of the appeal here is the permanent taco truck outside, which I know from past visits is excellent, and I love the truck's outspoken, unapologetic support for immigrants. That said, the cocktail itself was excellent. I was specifically looking for a coffee-based drink before heading to another event, and the Cambures al Estilo Foster delivered on flavor. It was tiny, though--served in a small stemmed glass, gone in a few sips. It did the job, but some may find the portion underwhelming for the price. No major complaints, but nothing pulling me back either. I'm adding a fourth star on a bit of a hunch--I'd like to think they can dial it back in if I return.

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    Sazerac PHX

    Sazerac PHX

    4.3
    (280 reviews)
    0.1 mi
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    Sazerac is a great spot for a quality nightcap (and some lat night food truck eats)…read more My colleagues executed an EPIC event, and after 15+ hours working on our feet, we needed a festive place with stiff cocktails and food. First, for a divey-style bar, the barkeep was really friendly. And they have good drinks. He made a stiff dirty martini, an espresso martini, and a few of their Mezcal-based "Smoke and Berries." Outside, we feasted on cheap eats from (I can't remember the name), but we ordered everything from tacos to nachos to fries and I think empanadas? Great music, great lighting, service, and drinks. Highly rec.

    Sazerac PHX is a sleeper hit in downtown Phoenix... low-key one of the best cocktail spots moving…read moreright now. From the jump, the energy was chill but not boring... lights were warm, music had bounce, and the whole place felt curated without being corny. Bartender energy? Different. No menus needed... we gave a vibe, he poured what matched it. Not sure what was in the glass, but it slapped. You ever drink something so good you start reevaluating your life choices? That. Clean pours. Balanced. Not over-mixed. Just enough sweetness to get you in trouble. Crowd was mixed, stylish... looked like people who know where to be without needing to post about it. The seating's cozy enough to post up and talk but open enough to float around if you're trying to socialize. It had that lounge-meets-night-out energy. Bathrooms were clean... that matters when the drinks are flowing. Never felt like a dive. Never felt like a bottle-service trap either. It's got identity... almost like a cocktail bar that grew up on rap albums and old money. It's giving... if Frank Ocean curated a bar playlist then dipped out the back with your ex.

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    Industry Standard

    4.5
    (110 reviews)
    0.2 mi
    $$
    Outdoor seating
    Pet friendly

    As in my past reviews, the food here is impeccable. This time I tried the halibut plate again, and…read moreonce again, it did not disappoint. The portion was generous enough for me to take some home, and the asparagus was a perfect complement to the halibut and risotto. Shout out to Lady's! If you are looking for a great place to enjoy good food, good drinks, and good conversation, Tuesday Wendsdays Ladies' Night is the place to be. It is a perfect way to break up the middle of the week with girlfriends. Let's face it, caviar, champagne, or a martini is not a bad way to start a meal. For the price and quality, you really can't go wrong. The staff are amazing, the atmosphere is hospitable, and the vibe is cool, low-key, and relaxed. I also appreciate that there are no TVs, which definitely leads to better conversations. Once again, highest reviews from me.

    The food here was really good, they have a lot of happy hour menu items for different days of the…read moreweek, like "girl dinner" and "boy dinner". Their cocktail menu is really fun too if that's what you're looking for, definitely a fun place to drink. It's got a dark vibe interior and was pretty lively. The parking lot behind is $23 minimum so make sure to look for street parking when you're driving in. We ordered a few things but my favorite was probably the ceviche or the Caesar, both were well dressed and I kept reaching for them. Honestly, all the food here was really great and came out so quick I was very happy. Unfortunately I ordered a Diet Coke that never came, but to be fair I did it after everyone had already gotten their drinks, and the server wasn't ready to write it down. Something that really bothered us though was when we asked the server if they do anything for birthdays and they said yes. We received two different desserts and were really happy until we got the bill and realized we were charged for one of them. We would've been fine without dessert and definitely didn't ask them to bring out two, so that was a little upsetting.

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    Mr Baan’s Bar and Mookata

    4.3
    (43 reviews)
    0.2 mi

    The quantity was perfect for the party of 2. The food was really fresh, good, meat perfectly…read moremarinated, broth was neutral which let the flavors of the meat and veggies come through. I wish they give the options of mushrooms like Enochi and King Oysters along with extra condiments for the Suki Sauce like Garlic, Chilli and Lime juice. The service was really good and attentive. This place really took me back to the Moo Kra Ta buffets in Bangkok and made me nostalgic. I hope they do have more options in terms of seafood and veggies! I hope the restaurant specifies clearly that the services are on reservation basis only because it isn't clarified anywhere yet. This would help a lot of people. Also, I hope the restaurant informs, directs and put in place about the parking spaces available around. Can't wait to get back already!

    Located in Downtown Phoenix, the parking situation is a little hairy. There is paid parking nearby,…read morebut it definitely is better to come a little earlier to scope out the parking situation and get that sorted before your reservation. My party and I had a reservation on a Saturday night at 9pm (when it's 13 people, what can you do). What kind of sucked though (and mainly why I'm deducting a star) is that we did wait an additional half hour to be seated after our reservation time. Our theory is that they didn't think the entire party would actually arrive, and they were not ready to accommodate us. To be fair, the restaurant IS on the smaller side, but there was 0 communication during that half hour on what was going on... which isn't really good for us either. We got the original set, and this somewhat confused me as well. The food was really good, and was definitely a restaurant that I'd go to for the experience, but for some reason some of the meats were doubled while others weren't. The double portions were really nice since our party was so large, we needed to split the food between 4 different grills (so each table got 2 grills each, feeding 6-7 people in total or 3-4 people per grill), but then we had to share the portions where we only got one serving. It wasn't bad, but to me, didn't make sense. The food was really good though; I didn't care too much about the soup, but the green sauce was SO good. Mixing a little with the soup was incredible. I thought the beef and pork were really good. I personally left the restaurant full, but many others in my party did not. I think it's a really good amount of food for 2 people, but when you push to 3+, you probably do not want to come hungry. Also--the live music at Pemberton next door is SO LOUD, you're going to be shouting at your table the entire night when you sit outside. I think I would come back if I wanted to show this place to someone who didn't live here, but it isn't on the top of my list for when I'm trying to eat out, but I will definitely consider this for special date night occasions. It is extremely expensive for what it is though. For $70+ you risk the chance of leaving not full which SUCKS.

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    Little Rituals

    Little Rituals

    4.5
    (632 reviews)
    0.9 mi
    $$
    Full bar
    Takes reservations

    I wouldn't say we had the best experience. The food was pretty decent, but they brought my friends…read morefood out and then mine. Mine was wrong so it had to be sent back and the chicken had to be added to my salad-which took like 20 minutes. Our entire experience create us to be an hour late to the concert next-door. The bartender was kind and was interested in making sure we had the beverage of choice.

    This was a fun little surprise! My friends and I just wanted to grab a drink after a long day of…read moretravel, and this was the bar at the hotel. This place had VIBES. We were very comfortably dressed, and no one looked sideways at us, but there were definitely people dressed to the nines! There was a party of women next to us, that were celebrating a birthday. We obliged them by taking their pictures all over the instagramable bar. Ryan was our waiter, and he is tops. Made some really good recommendations and was welcoming and attentive. I was just there for the drinks and enjoyed a lovely glass (or two) of wine, but my friends were feeling more adventurous and ordered some of their inventive cocktails. Including a couple of "Shot in the Dark" which could be ANYTHING. Also a burger was ordered and then brought up repeatedly for the next two days. According to him, it was possibly the best burger he had ever had. His face lit up at first bite. The menu is a mishmash of interesting options and the whole experience was not what we anticipated. In the best way.

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