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 When I inquired, I was told that the menus were outdated...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.

Love the ambiance, decor and service. I'm always looking for a nice lounge and this place…read moredefinitely made a good impression. I will be hosting a Karaoke event soon and got a chance to see the rooms. Super cool and roomy. I can't wait.

Visited the Forum Lounge for the first time with my husband and sister in law, last night…read more We went in for dinner & to watch Jeff Burkett perform live. We made a reservation through Open Table. There is no additional cost to reserve a table, which is great since most other similar spots either had a cover fee or you had to buy tickets for the live performance. Upon arrival, our table was ready right when we showed up. The service was excellent throughout the night considering how busy it was in there. Our waitress was so patient, especially considering how long we took to make a decision on what we were going to order. The lighting was very nice, the music was great. We spent about 3 hours here enjoying the atmosphere. The food was very good, and prices were low! The drinks (which we did not partake in) were pricey, but seemed to have a great selection. There was a full bar & a handful of "signature" drinks to choose from. We ended up keeping it simple & getting the Wagyu Burger & Fries. I upgraded to onion rings. It took a little while to get our food, but we were in no rush. The burgers were cooked exactly how we wanted them, and tasted fresh. The onion rings and fries were delicious. The lounge also has another restaurant called "Vybe" attached, with similar food offerings, and a DJ instead of a live band. It's a bit quieter in that area. They also have karaoke suites for rent, which is a really cool option for people who are having a party. A waitress was kind enough to give us a tour of all these areas within the restaurant, and give us all the details about what packages are offered. All in all, we had such a nice night out and will definitely be back in the future.

We made the trip from Peoria to check out this wonderful and unique non-alcoholic social spot in…read moreTempe, and it was absolutely worth it. Tucked away a bit, it feels like a hidden gem the moment you find it. The owners and staff were incredibly friendly and welcoming, creating an atmosphere that immediately puts you at ease. The live entertainment added a great touch--relaxed, enjoyable, and perfect for a night out without the typical bar scene. Their mocktails are creative and refreshing, and we loved pairing them with a few appetizers while sipping on seltzer waters. It's such a refreshing alternative for anyone looking to socialize in a fun, inclusive environment. Highly recommend checking it out--especially on a night with live music. We'll definitely be back.

I absolutely loved visiting the Chill Room in Tempe, AZ tonight!!! There were such amazing vibes,…read moreand I love the fact that this place offers nonalcoholic drinks. It is such a great alternative for those who do not drink. Tonight I got the nonalcoholic old-fashioned with some CBD 10 mg. My boyfriend got the pineapple margarita with some CBD. Both drinks were absolutely amazing and then I also got a small salad since I wanted a little snack. The security dog is so funny and I loved the live music! You can add kava, kratom or Cbd to any drinks.

This place was POPPIN on a Saturday night!!! DJ was cooking with music that was right in between…read morethrowbacks and new stuff. People were dancing, but it wasn't too crowded and the drinks were good. Check this place out if you're in DT Gilbert for a night out.

PARLOUR DOOM Came…read morethrough on a Saturday night and this small bar was packed and only took about 50 people piled in there to fill it up. The place was not called ROOM for nothin. It felt about the size of a Master Bedroom. There were two 'rooms' actually; the main room and a smaller adjacent room, which would be like a big walk-in closet to this Master Bedroom. The big room had a few standing tables and the small room had some chairs and couches with tables that you can actually sit at. The smaller room contained a mini bar area that that you can also sit at, but was not being used to serve at the time. This master bedroom had a Master of Ceremonies playing music, but he was definitely a Master of Disaster on the turn tables. This D.J. had a pattern where he would play a song and maybe 20 seconds into it, people would start feeling the music, but then he would switch the song. Talk about killin the vibe! Well, there was no cover charge, so maybe that's why there's a neon sign in there that says "No Free Vibes". It was like they were the Vibe Nazis. The other atrocity was how he was tried to mix the tracks. He was trying to mix songs from every genre of every decade. The DJ was overlapping newer songs with older songs, maybe to cater to the age range of the crowd, but the result sounded like he was just messing around for the first time on new turn tables he got for Christmas. He tried to mix songs which didn't even go together or have a mixable beat i.e. 'Macarena' and 'In the End' by Linkin Park. This abomination was an insult to the artists and fans of music in general. To make things worse, the DJ tried to hype the crowd by talking over the mic intermittently, but all he accomplished was interrupting the songs. I almost had second-hand embarrassment for him. It would have been better if he just had a recorded track of songs and just played the preset music. I think you are better off paying for your vibes elsewhere if you want to dance or hear music. You would think, getting people drunk makes everything better and more fun, right? Well if you can't get them drunk because the bar service was taking such a long time, then you are gonna have a lot of bored, sober customers. I did not drink but all I know, for the rest of my group, it was taking 15 minutes to get a couple simple cocktails. You could probably walk to the liquor store across the street and chug a beer quicker than you could get a round of drinks. This place has potential. It was not a bad space overall for a lounge type bar. The décor, aesthetic, and lighting gave it a nice ambiance. They just need to get adequate staff to serve the drinks and play music.

This was the second of the four Crust speakeasies we've been to. After heading to Mesa last night…read moreto eat at Nightingale, the last on my list will be The Goose in Scottsdale next month. The atmosphere here at this location is great. They do a great job of mixing modern with eclectic and the whole restaurant feels intimate and cozy. The menu never disappoints. The staff is always fantastic. I never have anything negative to say after going. Only positives at Crust "Concepts".

Neat location and interesting curated drinks but most were not as good as you'd expect from…read morespeakeasy. The whole point of a speakeasy is to get fantastic curated drinks. These were just ok at best. Servers were nice but sometimes hard to get their attention. The food, particularly the pizza and charcuterie board were not good. Almost as soon as we got there at open, the music got really loud so it was hard to talk in there. Finally, it's a pretty modern take on a speakeasy. If you prefer something with a more vintage vibe, there are better options out there.

Absolutely amazing. Have been to this location and the one in Arcadia and it is absolutely on par…read more The immersive environment is still done so well. Not cheesy, but truly transportive. Service was excellent even on a busy night with our server taking care of multiple large parties. The cocktails at these concepts are truly next level and worth the higher price point. Every drink is well balanced, even the complex cocktails. Undertow just does not miss!

We had the absolute best time this weekend at Undertow! It was super easy to make reservations, we…read morewere warmly welcomed by the hostesses the moment we arrived, and the atmosphere was beyond immersive. And of course... the drinks were incredible! I kicked off our 90-minute experience with the Blackberry Yuzu Margarita, and it was the perfect balance of crisp, sweet, and tart. I wrapped things up with the Macadamia Nut Piña Colada which, fittingly for being "aboard" a pirate ship, was delightfully rum-forward without being overly sweet. In between cocktails, we shared a couple of snacks that were such a welcome addition -- something you sadly don't always find at local speakeasies! The service was top-notch thanks to our bartender Rocco, whose knowledge and attention to detail made the experience even more fun. Between the creative cocktails, immersive vibe, and fantastic hospitality, Undertow is easily one of the coolest spots around!

Marie has been helping us for the last couple years that I have been coming here for a long weekend…read moretrip and year after year she is still just as friendly as before and always remembers us! This bar is located inside the Crown Plaza hotel in downtown Chandler. We visited it a few times for a late night drink or before we head out for the night. One night we did order the nachos which were super good I would order them again or be interested in ordering other items on the menu. The whole staff is super attentive and the lobby is typically a quieter area to enjoy a drink and apps or even a full meal. See you next year 1912!

We were able to use the $5 off dinks vouchers here. (It used to be a free house drink but still a…read morenice way to get drinks at a discount. It doesn't work for the drinks at the pool. However when we did use then saturday night the bar was relatively quite, the bartender was nice. Good selection of drinks.

As a huge Alice in Wonderland fan, I was so excited to try this place! I LOVE the atmosphere here;…read moredimly lit and romantic feel. Sometimes seating is difficult with a larger party, as the tables and seating seem a little compact. There are tons of drinks in their menu to choose from. For a speakeasy, I think their pricing is very comparable, and really did not feel as if it was overpriced. The first time I came here I ordered a bees knees cocktail, and last time I enjoyed a generously poured glass of prosecco. I love the atmosphere, location, pricing, and service at this speakeasy. Can't wait to come back.

I have been wanting to try the white rabbit for years and finally made it over! Expectations may…read morehave been a little bit high on my end at no fault of theirs. I did appreciate that the speakeasy was below ground and required a password. I do think it's odd that when making a reservation online, you are not prompted on how to retrieve the password. Thank goodness my friend receives the emails and let me know ahead of time what to say. You enter down a long hallway and wait at a bookcase that opens. It kind of feels like forever because there's nowhere to go and could create a little bit of potential claustrophobia/panic for people who may be sensitive to those types of environments. The drink menu was good but I really wasn't wowed. They did offer three mocktails which wasn't really impressive and the cocktails did include a variety of liquors and flavor profiles but again, wasn't as extensive or interesting as some other speakeasies around town. The food menu was very disappointing - a lot of dairy and bread - pretzels with cheese, flatbread, queso with chips, and "rabbit food" - hummus with bread and vegetables. We asked to have all vegetables instead of bread and they did accommodate with a generous helping of full-size rainbow carrots and cherry tomatoes. We actually ran out of hummus before we could finish the vegetables. I understand elevated pricing for the aesthetic/experience but I did think the pricing here was a little bit high for what was received.

I love Wicked Rain so much, makes me want to return quickly to sample their fine fare, especially…read morethe clam chowder bread bowl. Self-Service seems like a good fit for the place, in spite of wait staff picking up the slack after the initial order he's placed at the cashier. I also enjoy the open air and semi-closed environment Wicked Rain offers.

Excellent experience at Wicked Rain! My husband is from the PNW and has lived in AZ for a few…read moredecades so this was such a nice place to hang. Nice mix of PNW and local AZ brews. Lots of ciders, too! Place is casual, chill and nice service. We ordered some beers and marionberry BBQ wings on happy hour-- these were SO GOOD. Nicely glazed, huge, with great flavor. Absolutely recommend! We also got an order of chicken teriyaki-- this was also excellent! Nicely charred with a tasty, spicy sauce. The rice was also super high quality. I was very impressed by both our food orders and the beer itself. Would absolutely return! I have my eyes on the mac and cheese next time.

The Ambiance is great, our server Anthony was prompt and helpful, and the food portions were…read moregenerous and tasted good as well. Will be back for date night :)

I have been celebrating my birthday here for the last few years and the vibe is always spot on!…read moreAnthony served us tonight and he was literally so sweet, attentive and managed our large party with such positive energy! We even had kids apart of the party so having the games was the perfect entertainment for them. The food is always so delicious and drinks were on point. I can't wait to celebrate here next year!! :)