This was a nice easy access speakeasy feel establishment. I was hoping for a little more…read more"underground" with password, etc. That was not the case, however, walking in the front door. I definitely got the speakeasy feels. It also has large screen TVs where sports are playing. That does take away from the speakeasy field, but it's a good balance between casual eye out to watch a sporting event with friends and get a classy cocktail in a great atmosphere. Not my first choice go to for speakeasy, but definitely makes the list.

A fantastic, quiet, speakeasy-esque bar with a great staff, cool decor and delicious drinks in the…read moreCave Creek area! The staff greeted and seated me quickly in this cute, kind of quirky home office inspired bar and immediately poured me a glass of water to sip while I read through their beautiful leather-bound menu. The lights were dim with little electric tea light candles flickering against the books stacked on the huge bookshelf/entryway. Both bartenders were working diligently to assist me and the other patrons and suggested I try the Meltdown - it was FANTASTIC! It was like someone had made a super fresh pina colada and got squirrelly with some gin and guava purée but I absolutely LOVED it! The presentation was great too, it came in a large ornate glass filled with beveled ice and topped with, I believe, an orchid and some fresh mint! I really had to fight myself not to order a second one I was house sitting in the area that Saturday night and wanted to bring some dinner home with me after my drink and honestly, the food didn't disappoint either. I got the Smoked Chicken Wrap with coleslaw which came out maybe 10 mins after ordering and was thoroughly enjoyed when I got back home! Definitely a good bang for your buck at $15 compared to other bars like this with limited food options where you're typically overpaying for fried food fresh from the freezer. The vibe was there, the food was tasty and the drinks were great, I'll definitely be back with friends and family!

This is not about the bar; it is about getting there…read more When using Yelp for directions, it takes you to the wrong place. Try another source for GPS, because the Discovery Lounge is not close to downtown Carefree.

The Discovery Lounge is located in the main building of the Boulders Resort and Spa. This is a…read morecasual open room and bar with floor to ceiling windows that show astonishingly breathtaking views of the boulders. The menu is limited. This restaurant is open everyday. My review is based on only one lunch time visit. The resort has a new chef that competed on the Food-network TV and was victorious on to beat Bobby Flay with a Steak Torta Sandwich so we had to try it. We shared "The Bobby Slayer" Steak Torta Sandwich. The Sandwich is very large and comes with THE BEST house made potato chips I ever had. Inside the sandwich is absolutely delicious, melt in your mouth skirt steak, Oaxaca Chiles, Crispy CHICKEN SKIN, Avocado Creama and cabbage. All the flavors are off the charts delicious. You got acid, heat, delicious and it might be one of the best sandwiches out there. It is almost a perfect sandwich the only tweak it can use is a smaller roll because the meat doesn't make it to the ends of the sandwich. But wow this really was a great tasting sandwich. ($16.00) This was close to a five star experience if I leave out the other plate we shared. I can not recommend The Baja Fish Sandwich. I enjoyed that is was made with quality fish (Ling Cod) and came with a nicely grilled lime. However these tacos lacked a lot of things. They were made on soft flour tortillas that would have been better grilled or warmed up. The fish sat on plain cabbage so it lacked a flavor it should have had like a vinaigrette or some cilantro. Cotija Cheese was sprinkled on the tacos but they still were on the bland side. A smokey flavored mayonnaise came on the side that was good but not enough to bring the tacos up to the level they should be at. ($14.00) I tried one super amazing great sandwich and shared a plate of tacos that weren't awful but really weren't the best. Could be a one hit wonder, but "The Bobby Slayer Steak Torta" is worth the Trip! Great service with an Astonishing View.

We went there on a Tuesday afternoon. Service was good, drinks affordable ( happy hour), food…read morecooked just right. I had the blt, my wife had quesadillas. The French fries are the best I've ever had. Staff very friendly. It has a hint of being an Irish pub, but I call it more of a sports bar atmosphere. The views are nice. Looks like a great patio. To hot the day we were there for us to sit outside. Will give it another try later this month when family comes in. Just an FYI, we live about 35 miles from here and will return.

Needed a break from moving so we bellied up to the bar for a famous watermelon margarita and some…read moreapps. The singer was great, sounded like of Alan Jackson and he had a great selection. Wings and shrimp were tasty and filling. We walked out saying we've got to return because it was good and very reasonably priced

I truly left this spot with mixed feelings…read more On the one hand, our servers were fabulous! They were dealing with a very large party (with a lot of confusion) behind us, so it was clear both the servers and kitchen staff were stretched thin. I'm not sure if it's a newer addition based on the reviews, but the spot is decorated beautifully. With decor, games, a solid color scheme and a variety of menu options, it's truly an inviting standout in Carefree! Our food was just fine (I think they're aiming for elevated bar food), and our drinks were alright. I'm not sure my smoked old fashioned was prepared correctly but it happens. However, for the experience I left feeling I'd severely overpaid. Additionally, the company was questionable. A gentleman walked around the venue with a dog and a frown, a man came in barefoot to pick up an order, and I witnessed a non employee (or off shift employee?) sneak behind the bar several times. There seems to be a speakeasy medspa behind a painting, but we didn't get the details. This spot has the potential to be a total standout! A mixologist with a solid craft cocktail menu and execution, a menu rethink, and maybe some event programming and this spot could certainly be a home run! If I revisit, I'd be beyond delighted to see they've grown into their potential! Best of luck to these folks!

A Shoutout to Cindy & a New Neighborhood Favorite!…read more We just got back from lunch at Tox Bar/Speedy Burger in Carefree, and what a treat it was! To our delight, Cindy--yes, the Cindy many of us have known and loved for years--was there bartending and serving with the same warm smile and stellar service she's always been known for. This time, though, she's doing it at a place that offers great food, a fun and cozy ambience, and a dog-friendly patio--a rare combo that's hard to beat. Let's face it: dining out isn't as affordable as it once was. But as I told Cindy, I don't mind paying for quality food and excellent service--and that's exactly what you'll get at Tox Bar/Speedy Burger. For years, we were loyal regulars at Brisam's, visiting twice a week. But over time, prices soared, food quality declined, and the atmosphere never improved. The space started to feel tired and neglected. Sadly, the lack of connection from ownership didn't help--unless you were a former mayor or someone "important," you likely didn't get a second glance. Let's be honest: Cindy carried Brisam's for 18 years. Her genuine care for customers was the reason many of us kept going back. Now that she's moved on, it's no surprise to see the shift. So here's my suggestion: support a place that supports its people and customers. Tox Bar/Speedy Burger is that place. Stop by on Sundays or Tuesdays this summer to see Cindy in action. Come fall, I predict it'll be wall-to-wall locals enjoying everything this gem has to offer. Let's spread the word and give our support where it's truly deserved.

Wine flights, charcuterie, and French onion soup are our favorites. Truthfully everything on the…read moremenu is delicious. Staff are attentive, friendly, and helpful. Not a bad seat in the house- indoor and outdoor. Parking has expanded and we've never had an issue. Perfect out of the way spot.

This place is in a high rent, rural neighborhood with no other options for miles away, which I…read morethink has something to do with its popularity. Everything I saw online, and based on the name, gave me the impression it had a nice view of the valley. It doesn't. The view is some bushes in front of it immediately next to the road. The food was just okay. I had the Cubano. The meat was dry and there wasn't enough condiments to overcome it. I was going to ask for some thousand island, but our waiter was more interested in visiting with other staff than being attentive to customers. The chips that came with it (house made?) were pretty basic and added nothing to the meal. Wife liked their house made sangria, so we asked for a bottle to go. It's available on site in a carafe only. I get why it's a local favorite, but it's not worth the drive otherwise.

Cute place, yummy drinks. Clean and unique bathrooms. But, umbrellas were broken and the cushions…read moreon chairs were gross and stained. I can actually live with that. However, what' will keep us from going back is the no-personality service. Been there twice in the afternoon and both times the service was stoic. For us friendly service tops everything. Nobody wants to feel like you're inconveniencing the employees.

Janey's Coffee Co & Bodega is truly a treasure. Set back from the main road (Cave Creek), I was…read moremildly surprised at how busy it was on a late Sunday Afternoon. I say "mildly suprised" because once we walked up to the actual coffee house we heard the live music on the large back patio. One of our absolutely favorite local artist, Aaron Howard was performing, and he definitely brings in a crowd. It was busy, as I mentioned, but not too crowded, and we found a good table towards the back. As it was the begging of the hot weather this spring, we were very grateful for the generous-sized table umbrellas. But first, we went inside the Bodega to order a Beer and a snack. They have a great selection of Beer and wine! And since we were still 2 hours or so away from dinner, we decided to grab a veggie & cheese board, which had a nice variety of cruditè and humas. It was very satisfying for 2 adults. We spent.a total of about 2 hours there and left there knowing we would be coming back to Janey's. Side note: For those of you who need accessibility, I myself am on an electric scooter for ambulating. The parking lot is dirt and only has a couple of handicap parking spots. But no space is more than approximately 150 ft from the entrance to Janey's. Once you get to the building, it is very easy to get in and out of the main bodega, with wide, level doorways. The doors were propped open when we visited. I did not utilize the restroom on this visit.

I organized a private dinner, in their private dining room, for my husband's birthday. Julia was an…read moreabsolute joy to work with. She responds so quickly and always addressed every question, idea, etc I presented. I loved getting to work with Julia, she is such an asset at Keelers. I cannot say enough good things about her! Overall, we had a good experience. They were very nice to provide a vegan option for one of our guests. The food was hit and miss with some dishes (like the NY Strip) being great and others being not so good (like the Prime Rib (although it was massive in size!) and Salmon). Our server Maria was great! She had a full section on the patio and then us off in the private room and she did a great job providing us with good, quick service and we loved her banter as well. All the staff we interacted with were really nice. We enjoyed being in the private room and not having to worry about disrupting other dinners, but there were some quarks with the private room. Staff often came in to access some kind of storage room within the room, we would have loved the ability to control the music ourselves, which was on when we arrived but stopped part way through out meal. The room is also separate from the rest of the restaurant, I assumed it would have been inside the same building but it is off the patio in it's own building and down a very steep ramp.

Came here on a Friday without a reservation and they were nice enough to seat us right away but…read moreafter that the experience was unpleasant. We didn't feel like eating steak so I ordered the burger and my BF ordered the prime rib dip. My burger was really good but the onion rings and fries were over fried or it just tasted old and dry. Also they take forever bring out drinks and food. We received our bill and my BF noticed that there was something on the receipt that didn't look familiar which was $60. The server charged a bottle of wine table next to ours on our tab. Probably won't be back, not the best experience and the server never really checks on you to see if you need anything, more like trying to get her attention.

My friend wanted to come here to try the bourbon…read more The place is quite cute and has lots of gift ideas . The service was pretty good but it seemed like they catered to their local regulars over just visitors, but that's understandable. We all tried the flights. My friend and my son tried to different flavored vodkas and the two varieties of bourbon while I chose to try four different flavors of vodka because I don't really care for bourbon. My favorite flavor of the vodka was the coconut lychee. Very delicious My husband just got a Coca Cola and my daughter tried a mocktail that tasted just like a melted dreamsicle Overall I would say it was a nice experience

Carefree Distillery is such a cute spot. It's small, welcoming, and perfect for a quick tasting or…read morea relaxed drink. We stopped in for a drink before our dinner at Kiki Ray's, and it was the perfect warm-up to the evening. Their flavored Chakra Vodka is the standout--super smooth and amazing in a martini. The vibe is cozy, the drinks are great, and we'll definitely be back!

We went for Valentine's Day and I did not realize it was a fixed menu but should have guessed as…read moremany places do for this holiday and others. I chose the butternut soup for the appetizer as did my wife. For the entree I chose the steak with mashed potatoes and my wife chose the sea bass. Both were good but not great. Both our entrees and the soup was served warm versus hot so that was a little disappointing. For dessert we tried the lavender lemon gateau and it was very nice and light. What was disappointing was the server. He was pleasant but not attentive and the restaurant was definitely not busy at the time we were there. We asked for the heater to be turned on and waited for over 15 minutes while we were getting colder. I had to go inside and ask someone else to get it going as well as bringing my wife's wine. While we did say we could wait a bit to order he did not come by as often as he should have and we had flag him down to get our order in. The couple next to us that we started chatting with were also disappointed as they asked for a martini with cheese stuffed olives and it arrived with olives with pimento which she was allergic to. He never said they did not have the right olives and she noticed it and did not eat them but chastised the server for the mistake and he said he knew they were out but neglected to tell them. He seemed slow overall and combined with poor timing and warm versus hot food we were unimpressed and will not be returning. It is a shame as the resort is quite nice and this puts a damper on the overall experience. I hope they read this and make adjustments to raise the bar.

Yes it's expensive but you are in a resort and everything is expensive these days. The Chef Salad…read morewas really good with seasoned tomatoes and good dressing. I ordered some lavender drink from the bar which was just ok. Would have been nice to have a twig of lavender or basically anything to dress up the glass especially for the price.

Great atmosphere , lots of tvs to watch sports, good drinks and service!…read more Larry is the best!

Best place to pickup cigars. Friendly people and plenty of great cigars…read more I recommend this place to anyone who smokes cigars