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    Wanderin

    4.0 (30 reviews)
    InexpensiveDive Bars
    Closed 6:00 am - 2:00 AM (Next day)

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    Great pool tables and homey ambiance

    Great dive bar for good drinks and good times with great people. Went in as a solo traveler from out of town and made friends quick over games of pool and good conversation. All the regulars here know and greet eachother like family and it makes for a great atmosphere. Special thanks to Nathan, Manny, Jose, Dom and Lu who all made a traveler feel right at home here. Wish I got the bartender's name too but she was sweet and attentive. Will definitely come back when visiting in the future. Thank you wanderin for the good times!

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    Ordered two drinks... my brother JUST TURNED 21 and just to let ANYONE know if you come here after 10 days without a side ways ID she said she WONT accept it. Mind you my brother turned 21.. FEB 11 2020... didn't feel welcoming or sincere here. State of AZ says after 1 month of your birth date they DO NOT accept IDs this BAR TENDER said a week after and it was HER choice SMFH unprofessional!! She had an attitude for no reason.

    Welcome to the wanderin!  Transport yourself back to 1980.

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    2 years ago

    Joyce is an amazing and very attentive bartender. Sherry too...always there and we always have a wonderful time~

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    2 years ago

    I love it here. I am one of their vendors as the merchant representative. I enjoy stopping in occasionally and seeing the staff.

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    2 years ago

    Awesome place to go. Friendly bartenders and patrons are so nice. if you want to relax and have a drink, this is definitely the place to go.

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    Great little bar. Drinks are super affordable and the staff super friendly. A very reasonable pour too!!!

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    4 years ago

    This place is fantastic, great music and good people. Lorraine is a delight and knows how to keep the patrons happy.

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    Great dice bar with a juke box everyone loves, primo people watching snd friendly bartenders. Parking is ample and prices are right.

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    The best bar in Phoenix Arizona !! You can be yourself and do what you want! Cool people cool place!

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    9 years ago

    Good cheap drinks from bartenders Mo and Tonya. I could do without the new Saturday night karaoke host...he was more like a trasheoke host.

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    Killer Whale Sex Club

    Killer Whale Sex Club

    4.1
    (334 reviews)
    4.4 mi
    $$

    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.

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    Behind the bar amidst the free photos
    Behind the bar amidst the free photos
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    Bikini Lounge

    Bikini Lounge

    3.9
    (266 reviews)
    5.8 mi
    $

    We can't Comment much for the food, only because we don't eat there. I have been taking my Wife to…read moreBikinis late afternoons & evenings to meet guys in the bar to have a few drinks with and play! Setting up at the bar dressed hot, talking with other guys has been a real turn on for her! The drinks are strong and priced very well! She tends to go there on her own in the afternoons when she gets off work, mostly to meet other guys! The bar has a great atmosphere, nobody bothers her other than guys wanting to talk to her, which is fine with me! Their hours are a little weird They open later in the day especially on Sundays and a couple other days a week. We definitely give it 5 stars :) DB

    What an unexpectedly fun night!…read more I honestly had no idea what I was walking into when a friend told me I had to check out Bikini Lounge because they know I'm drawn to all things eclectic. They were absolutely right. From the moment the friendly bouncer smiled and said, "Step right on in," I was hooked. Yoooow!! The first DJ was incredible. He was spinning all kinds of trip-hop, indie, electronic, and remix-style tracks that had everybody partyin'. It wasn't your typical dance music, but every song seemed to connect with somebody in the room. The crowd was incredibly diverse, and it was so much fun watching people of every age and style dancing and nobody cared. The second DJ, a younger woman, shifted the vibe a bit and leaned more toward a younger crowd. It wasn't quite my style, so I took that opportunity to grab a seat at the bar and do what I apparently do best... chat with complete strangers. I'm a talker, and thankfully they seemed just as happy to strike up a conversation. This isn't some fancy cocktail lounge, and that's exactly the point. It's authentic. There were people dancing at the bar, grooving in their booths, bouncing in their seats, and filling the dance floor with great energy. I came by myself, and within minutes a cool group of strangers invited me to squeeze into their booth like we'd all come together. That's the kind of place this is. At one point they even offered me a glass of beer from their pitcher. I politely declined (look at me making responsible life choices... sometimes), but then I realized almost everyone had pitchers! So I sauntered over to the bar. I did have to wait a bit; apparently chivalry doesn't extend to letting a woman cut the line, but once I reached the bartender, the service was fast and friendly. Every trip back to the bar was the same. No complaints there. As the night went on, the energy just kept building. Before I knew it, I was on the dance floor sweating, smiling, and dancing with complete strangers. After a while, I had to retreat to the patio just to catch my breath before heading back in for more. My ankles are still sore... and the glutes? Fuhgetabouttit! The best part of the night wasn't the music or even the drinks. It was the people. Every generation was represented. Every fashion style imaginable. Every personality. And somehow it all worked. There was this genuine sense of joy and community that you just don't find everywhere. If you're looking for polished and upscale, this probably isn't your spot. But if you want great music, a welcoming crowd, zero pretension, and one of those nights where you leave happier than you arrived... give Bikini Lounge a shot. I went in not knowing what to expect. I left wondering why I'd waited so long to go.

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    The Starving Artist

    The Starving Artist

    4.5
    (220 reviews)
    3.2 mi
    $$

    First time here and loved it! We were looking for a chill spot to grab a drink before our dinner…read morereservation. Upon walking in, the place was packed and we stood in line at the bar for standing room only. The bartenders were friendly and the cocktail list was pretty interesting. Both of the drinks we got off the menu were bitter and NOT sweet, which is bad news for me cause I love a sweet drink! lol The bartender was able to make me a lychee mojito after I asked specifically for any flavored syrups they had. She was very sweet to check what flavors they have and gave me several different options. My boyfriend got some whiskey and they gave a hefty pour. We ended up snagging some seats at the bar and ordered two slices of pepperoni pizza. Love that you can buy slices individually here, including cheese pep and dill pickle - how fun, will definitely try this next time! Overall, nice chill dive bar with good food and drinks. Ambiance is very moody but fun. They also have old school darts! We'll be back :)

    I love this bar !!! It's so cute and the vibe is always a good time !!…read more I've been here several times and the wait staff is amazing !! Very cozy vibe ! Only thing I'd say is the pretzel bites with cheese dip is wayyyy too spicy and should say on the menu it's more of a nacho cheese not beer cheese. Other then that love this place :)))

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    Sandwiches, NY stlye pizzas, salads, and shareables
    Sandwiches, NY stlye pizzas, salads, and shareables
    Champagne of Beers were super cold
    Champagne of Beers were super cold
    Seems like a cool vibe....let's check it out :)

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    Seems like a cool vibe....let's check it out :)
    The Dirty Drummer

    The Dirty Drummer

    4.0
    (271 reviews)
    0.6 mi
    $$

    Food five stars. Service ... TEN STARS! Bartenders are amazing here. Always nice cars in the…read moreparking lots. Lots of events keep it entertaining. TouchTunes but when turned off great playlist! I love you. I love your drinks I love your food but not the Blt. Well now that little woody and dilly dally are ruined. We need a place to go in the Arcadia neighborhood. So glad we stumbled across this gem. Please do not get a dj. Please do not turn into the hood. I'm scared. But I love you. Edit: GET THE FRENCH FRIES!!!!!

    Delicious twice-cooked bbq wings- so yummy. Should have just had wings…read more Combo zucchini/mushrooms left a lot to be desired. Price - $9. Got five pieces of zucchini and four mushrooms (2 of which were tiny) and one fried mystery vegetable. They came out way after the wings. Did the kitchen run out of product, or is this really what you get for $9? They were spread out on a dinner plate accompanied by a mound of spinach (to help fill the space?), which made the combo seem even more sparse. Wish server would have tipped us off not to order this. Went to see Brea Burns Sunday night. Show was supposed to start at 7. Opening act went on about 7:40 and played almost an hour = way too much. Came to see Brea and her band but they came on so late on a Sunday night that we left after just a few songs. We love Dirty Drummer but a few bumps in the road on this trip.

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    DJ Dusty spinning 90s hip hop, an absolute legend
    DJ Dusty spinning 90s hip hop, an absolute legend
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    Wanderin - divebars - Updated August 2026

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