Local dive bar that hits the spot! Located in more of an industrial area, the Tav offers good drinks and good food. A local favorite with many familiar faces to the staff is always a good sign. Enjoy a nice game of pool or listen to the jukebox pumping out your favorite tunes, the Tac won't disappoint. They have a great drink selection with a full bar that's always packed. The food is basic bar food but with an Arizona / Tex Mex twist. The Arizona melt was perfectly toasted and perfect with fries. Love their huge 32 oz beer mug that's nice and chill and pairs perfectly with your meal! read more

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Now this is a classic great dive bar. Came here for some drinks and food. This is a great spot very clean with some TVs and a pool table. Staff are super sweet and the wings (blazing Asian) were incredible! Cant wait to come back read more

The Tav - Dive Bars Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

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Giving a 4 star rating because the food was AMAZING, but please know the experience and atmosphere was no more than a 3....The TAV is a typical dive bar with pool tables, a fishing arcade game, darts, and a large selection of alcohol. The service is okay, but it seems that's a product of having one bartender and one server for the entire bar. There were some long periods of waiting to put in a drink order as our server would come and go so quick we could barely ask for anything. This seemed pretty on par with most other reviews I've seen on here. The TouchTunes jukebox was more of an annoyance. It lets people choose the songs they want which is fine when it's normal songs....but to go from "What's new pussycat" to Slipknot to ridiculously explicit rap music just kills the vibe. I wish they'd just have a normal playlist on instead of the TouchTunes. Now for the food - spectacular! My husband had the fish & chips which was a huge portion for the price! One friend had the green chile pork nachos and another had the wings. Both were massive portions and full of flavor. I had the chicken Philly which was the least flavorful, and unfortunately the chef did not remove mushrooms or add bell peppers as I requested. It was okay, but not the greatest and I was very jealous of the other dishes. I'm sure we'll be back as we love playing darts. But wouldn't be my first choice. read more

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I was looking for a good local dive bar and the Tav did not disappoint. The barista loud with people unwinding from work. The food is typically bar food and done well. The cocktails are reasonable. If you are looking for the bar to stop by after work, then this is it read more

I've been coming here for months and have always loved the atmosphere and the other bartenders, which makes this even more disappointing. The new bartender was incredibly rude, ignored most of the women coming up to the bar while only acknowledging the guys, and didn't seem to know how to make very basic drinks a bartender should already know. Instead of trying to figure it out professionally, she made me explain how to make my own drink. It completely changed the experience and honestly ruined what used to be one of my favorite spots. Such a shame because the rest of the staff has always been great, but after this experience I won't be coming back read more

This is a decent dive bar. Cheap drinks and the service was good and attentive even though it was busy. Pretty loud for visiting but a fun little place to grab a drink. read more

Ideal dive bar, as far as I'm concerned. I think it's actually in one of those old school portables, or it just feels that way. It's on the small side, but they have decent lighting, pool tables and karaoke some nights. The service and drinks are both just fine. It's a dive bar - bring friends and order what you like. Two notes: 1. I've never eaten here, but I believe they have a food menu. 2. The women's bathroom is smallllllll, so close the door properly or you will see people playing pool from inside the stall. read more

For a bar the food was good. The service at 2 pm was quick and the place is clean. The ambiance is a bar. Darker near the bar and there is a little space by the pool table that is open and quieter. read more

The Tav - Philly cheese (original) and salad. - Dive Bars Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

Bartender was super disrespectful and I was looking forward to having a drink here and food since it's been talked up. But being ignored by the bartender and then being disrespectful to my brother who doesn't drink was too much for me to overlook. Had my drink and left. Drink was mediocre at best and much higher priced then most dive bars in the area. read more

I hate to leave this review as this has been my regular bar for over 2 years. We've met amazing bartenders and servers here that we know by name, and look forward to seeing them every weekend. We came in for food and drinks this Saturday night with our usual group of people and one of our friends mentioned while ordering food that she's "drunk" and needs food to feel better. After saying that as a joke we were immediately told to leave. After over 2 years of going to the tav we've never been treated that way, as we're courteous to other people and how we act after a few drinks. The fact the staff hesitates to ask the actual drunk pervs that make women uncomfortable and make a scene to leave but does it on sight after a subtle joke to kind regulars tells us a lot. Unfortunately it's not the Tav that it used to be. read more

Went out for a few drinks with coworkers, after about 45 minutes into our visit I went to use the men's room. While in the stall someone reached over and took my hat off my head and ran out with it, after I finished I went to go find out who it might be only to later come back to find my hat urinated and stepped on then stuffed into the urinal. I left it there obviously it's now destroyed, I sat back at my table with my wife and coworkers about what just happened to me. While I am explaining this to them an employee (short, larger built fella with glasses) comes up to us and accuses me of doing drugs in the bathroom. Which was NOT the case AT ALL. Come to find out this bar and its employees have a history of doing this according to our uber driver that has picked up many other people from there with the SAME STORY. WILL NOT RETURN. I DO NOT RECOMMEND THIS PLACE TO ANYONE. read more

Went in for a drink with fellow coworkers for a holiday party- We were in 1/17/26 and ordered fries as the other half of our party was toward the dining area and participating in karaoke. (We sat by the pool tables). Our server was great, burnette with short hair. She got our drinks and food out in a timely manner and was very nice. It caught us by surprise though when we were approached by another employee (clear glasses shorter guy) telling us we were using drugs in the bathroom and needed to leave immediately. When we asked "who said that?" They told us they cannot disclose who was accusing us of doing something like this, and we needed to leave without closing our tab. We obviously left, and had to order an uber since our party was still inside. Safe to say this is NOT a place to ever put your money, time, or attention in to. Not sure if they mistakenly thought it was a different person, however check your sources before accusing paying customers for doing something they DID NOT DO. Something to also mention- When we were in our uber and told the driver what had happened, he disclosed to us that it's not the first time he's picked people up from this location, also being accused of doing drugs. Don't waste your time. read more

Strange, but very good food here at this friendly dive bar. Someone was celebrating their 60th birthday and you had a few drunks there of course. Onion rings and blue sliders were top notch for $11.49. read more

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Haven't been in for a few months, was never by, thought I'd stop in. Great service, great drinks, great music playing today.

Classic dive bar! Clean, great service, and food was fantastic! Great creative menu! Super fun spot! Drinks were priced typical for area - we thought they might have been a bit cheaper, but very typical pricing. Awesome jukebox! read more

Always the best wings and the best ranch in blue cheese you cannot go wrong with this place. All of the food is amazing. read more

The Tav - I got 12 wings. I got two flavors but I don't care. They both taste amazing - Dive Bars Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

What a great place. Great wings, burgers, tacos and drink specials. The service was excellent and the music was perfect. It looks like a place where it'd be intimidating to stop by if you're not a regular but everyone was friendly and having a good time. read more

Walked in with friends who hadn't been drinking at all, got kicked out for No reason because our friends tried to order food and they assumed we were drunk. Bar doesn't hold up standards to other patrons read more

I love this place. Moving quickly to my "go to" place for drinks. We have met so many friendly people here. There is a pool table and Golf machine. Always something good on the Music Box. Food is good. Service is good too! read more

My Deer Valley friends, if you have not found it yet, the Tav is the towny bar you have been looking for! It is truly where everyone knows your name. They do not hate on new comers and treat them and welcome them as one of the regulars, because they know, once you go you are a regular! They have the usual great selection of every liquor and a good selection of beers on tap. Did I mention they serve food?! Great menu and they don't mind altering to your liking. Be a local- go to the Tav! read more

I have been to this hole in the wall, dive bar several times, but have always had a female server/waitress who was always adequate. I was running errands today and decided to get a meal and drink. I sat at the bar, and was eventually greeted by a short, pudgy scrub with glasses, who, I believed was named Edward. His service was adequate, but when I went to pay the bill with cash, his whole attitude changed. Perhaps he did not know how to deal with cash, but I left several dollars in change for an average tip, and he said, "What is this?" I replied that it was his tip. He pushed the money back at me, and I said that it was legal tender. He sneered at me and told me to keep it and walked away. Wow!!!! This incident makes me uncomfortable to think about returning in the future!!! I can't believe the rudeness! Perhaps he was angry that his basketball team lost in the playoffs. read more

The atmosphere was great, I went on karaoke night and it was a very relaxing vibe. I sat at the bar and the server was very friendly, she was super busy but made time to check on us often and make amazing drinks. The food was super good, I would 10/10 recommend The Tav to everyone! read more

The Tav - Great drinks and friendly service! - Dive Bars Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

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Hmmm kind of a miss for me... but to be fair, I'm not huge into the dive bar scene. The service was terrible and the cocktails were below average. I will say the burger and Cajun seasoned sweet potato fries were pretty good though. If you like dive bars, def worth checking out! read more

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Can I say zero? Went into this place with the highest hopes. Was greeted by an eccentric but over worked server who wanted nothing but to kick out groups of people. After attempting a polite chat, the server felt like my parties happiness and money was no good. We left without a fight only to be welcomed by two other parties in the parking lot who were refused service. Truly a once in a lifetime experience that everyone should miss. read more

The hole is the wall is a hidden gem up in north phx. It's small-ish vibes, but has bar, tables high tops and pool table and darts. Pretty decent happy hour and I was very impressed with the food! My favorite is the wings, they have great flavors. But we always end up getting a cheese crisp, too. Their salsas and sauces in general, seem to be homeade and fresh. We like to go for a HH and play some music on jukebox, maybe some darts and stay for karaoke or trivia. Bartenders are cool, locals are friendly. It can get a little loud in the back corner , I think bc it's a smaller space. Tend to see a lot of ppl hit this spot after they've finished round of golf. We love the tav! read more

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The Tav was a genuinely unpleasant experience. The space felt dusty and unclean, and the bartenders were doing handstands and taking shots behind the bar, more chaotic than fun. The atmosphere came off as openly bigoted and misogynistic, and it did not feel safe or welcoming. I would not recommend this place for women going alone, or for anyone who is PoC, nonbinary, or queer. The crowd felt hostile and prejudiced, with plenty of creepy behavior that made the environment uncomfortable. The parking lot was an alcohol-fueled mess. I personally saw multiple people walk away after drinking, which made the whole area feel dangerous. Honestly, law enforcement should be monitoring this place, it's a risk to anyone driving nearby. understand this is meant to be a dive bar, but the negativity, disorder, and hostility far outweigh any appeal. Drinks and food don't make up for the overall vibe, and it's not a crowd I'd ever choose to be around. read more

this girl Hannah was the worse... myself being in the industry for many years she has no personality and ignores the bar where multiple people had to ask for drink refills instead of her asking.. I was there for about an hour and a half and no communication except to ask for a refill and my tab!! the bar was not busy.. it was about 4 pm it's a good thing I go there often & know most bartenders and servers there who are attentive and acknowledge their customers!! read more

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United States Department of Justice Civil Rights Division civilrights.justice.gov Thank you for submitting a report to the Civil Rights Division. Report successfully submitted Your record number is: 652753-LTG The Tav Address 22034 N 19th Ave Phoenix, On August 16, 2025, at approximately 11:21 a.m., my spouse and I, accompanied by another couple and our service dog, entered The Tav located at 22034 N 19th Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85027. We were seated in a booth. Several minutes later, a woman who identified herself as the owner approached our table in an aggressive manner and stated, "I was told you have a dog." I responded, "Yes, I have a service dog." She then asked, "Where is it?" I informed her that the dog was under the table. She replied, "Service dogs don't sit under tables." As she turned to leave, I asked, "Are you asking us to leave?" She responded, "Yes." I then clarified, "Are you asking us to leave because I have a service dog?" She again stated, "Yes," and walked away. I attempted to provide her with a business card explaining the applicable federal civil rights law regarding service animals, but she refused to face me. I then gave the card to the bartender, who stated she would place it in the office. I informed her, "It is against federal law to violate our civil rights because we have a ser vice dog." She replied, "Okay." Believing the issue resolved, I returned to the table. After waiting approximately 10 minutes without being provided menus, I approached the bartender to re quest them. At that time, the owner reappeared and stated to her staff, "Ignore them." When I asked what the problem was, she replied, "I called the police." We prepared to leave. As we exited, I asked the owner, "Did you really call the police?" and began recording video. The owner then engaged in a verbal tirade, stating, "You're assholes, and I don't want you as customers." She further attempted to involve other patrons by loudly asking, "Does anyone want them here?" We left the restaurant and waited outside. I contacted the Phoenix Police Department non-emergency line to inquire whether a call had been placed. The dispatcher confirmed a call had been made and a notice sent out, but no officer had yet been dispatched. When I asked if I should wait, I was told that was my decision. I re quested to leave a call-back number so that the responding officer could contact me upon arrival, but was in formed that was not permitted. I also inquired about a log number for either the phone call or the dispatch and was told none was available. I was advised that I could request information through the Public Records Department if an officer ultimately responded and filed a report. At approximately 11:57 a.m., we departed the premises and proceeded to another restaurant read more

Loud and obnoxious. Food was ok. It's bar food. It's a dive bar so...the wait staff was slow

While The Tav bills itself as a "dive bar," it's a perfectly acceptable weekday lunch spot, too! Friendly employees and a diverse menu. On a recent visit I tried the Korean Nachos and OMG, they are damn good (only for the spice lovers!). My eyes were watering and I started sneezing. Found a new favorite appetizer! I once stupidly ordered a salad here and it wasn't great. Not a shock. They just really minced up the lettuce, so it was almost like eating cole slaw. If dining at The Tav, stick with your regular bar grub like burgers and wings. You can't go wrong! Obviously, a huge drink selection. They are proactive with pours and refills which I always appreciate! Decor is simple and cute. The "F@!k" neon sign in the bar area is a gem. While I've adopted this as a lunch spot, I do look forward to coming at night and checking out the vibe! read more

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After 1 beer I was refused a drink because my wife appeared too drunk. A more seasoned bartender should be hired. Will not be returning. read more

The Tav - Dive Bars Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

Awesome afternoon of listening to Beatles music. Great ambience. The band was so great

Every time I come in there I have to get the wings I have to get the Korean nachos. I have to get a burger I have to get the margaritas or two or three. The service is hit or miss but it's a local bar you can't expect great service at a local bar, everyone has their favorites and I'm the kind of person who comes in there maybe once a week just for the food and to see what sports are on. They do have a billiards table. I've never played, mainly because I usually just come there to eat and watch sports. If you're an attention lover, this is not the place for you. But if you're looking for honest people who serve good food, this is the place to be. read more

very poor customer service, and the manager is rude. Would not recommend this bar, go anywhere else and you'll have a better time

Definitely louder, so if you are not into that probably shouldn't go there. Great food, the nachos, wings, and protein bowl are all very good! And they have the best fish and chips!! They do a lot of bingo and trivia nights too read more

apparently if you look young they won't even bother serving you, don't go here the bartenders are cunty!

Owner was very rude. I came in solo to just have a drink shoot pool and relax. I am on my cycle and had to fix myself in the bathroom and was accused of doing drugs. Woman owner too you would think she'd have some understanding. Was also harassed by customers as I was trying to just enjoy the company of my self and ofc they didn't get harassed. Really disappointed with the service of this place. Will not be coming back. I literally was on a FaceTime call for over an hour so idk why I was treated this way. Would give 0 stars if I could read more

We liked and frequented the Tav often, til the owner, she humiliated, dissed and was completely rude - yelling at a military veteran. He wasn't drunk and not harming anyone and we witnessed the entire episode. So disgraceful and disrespectful - we left and won't ever go back. read more

Alright y'all, we are new to the area and pass by here all the time. We finally decided to give it a try. I love places that feel like the neighborhood comes here every Thursday night to play trivia. Where the bartender recognizes you, and asks how your dog is doing. This is that quaint little place. From a good bar menu to some awesomely crafted bites, few complaints on my end. My only complaint is some of the locals may not have appreciated some new kids coming into their spot, but we promise we are cool and let's grab a beer together and call it good... read more

The Tav - Bacon and blue burger. - Dive Bars Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

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Poor service. Unfriendly staff who were very rude. Place was filthy. Tables were unclean and floor was sticky and gross. Bathroom was disgusting. I do not recommend. Parking lot is small. Worried and someone would back into my car and damage it. Avoid this place. read more