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    Ghost Donkey

    4.0 (164 reviews)
    Open 1:00 pm - 2:00 am (Next day)
    Updated 3 months ago

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    Stephanie M.

    No Stealth Margarita! Sayyyyy whaaaaat! No really. Say what (insert sad face). Ambiance: This place is a cool vibe for those on a date, just hanging out as friends or a nice pregame to the next stop. Its giving Austin's 6th street and sprinkle a little more keeping it weird on top. Very eclectic. Parking: We just bar hopped so Im not sure the best place to park. However I did see a bit of street parking. Please read street signs and be responsible when parking your vehicle. Service: Service was great. The Bartender offered suggestions in lieu of not having the stealth margarita. I will say that I am not from AZ, so when I travel I like to have the whole experience, that includes signature drinks that sounds like they taste divine. Whenever I am back in town I may give them another try if I get to experience tasting the stealth margarita or any other signature home town favorites.

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    Brittany H.

    The decor is so fun. You must go to see. The staff is awesome. The music is great. You have to see.

    Katalina I.

    Ghost Donkey is a cute bar perfect for Instagram worthy pictures. The drinks are a bit expensive but tasty and they offer a variety of house cocktails including some drinks for multiple people to share. Sparkling lights cover the ceiling giving the room great ambiance. Bathrooms can be packed and messy but the bar overall is cute and neat. Many seating areas though the bar is small so expect a wait during busy nights.

    Samantha K.

    We are from out of town and stopped in before a Suns game. We did arrive shortly after they opened. The service was outstanding only because our bartender was so nice & personable!

    Anthony B.

    The absolute best. The best Latin music in downtown, best drinks, and amazing atmosphere. They have a huge variety of Mezcal and the manager Eddy, who we met earlier at Palma was more than happy to sit down with us and give us a rundown on what spirits they have and let us try his favorites, even on a packed Friday night. We ended up going to the bar afterwards and the bartender Jerry gave us one of his favorites too with a brand that Eddy had talked about, which gave the whole experience an even better touch. Even the security guard out front, Edgar,was so nice and cracking jokes with everyone, which doesn't happen very often in downtown. Most of the security in the area are serious and on edge so it was a nice change. Hopefully we'll have a chance to try their last bar Champagne Lanes to finish it off in the coming days!! 10/10

    Courtney R.

    I tend to love dive bars and ghost donkey is kind of it. It's a small space, but it's vibrant. It's lively lots of variety of people here. The bartenders super friendly fast service even though I'm busy nights I don't have anything bad to say about the place. If you're in the neighborhood make sure you stop by and say hi.

    Hard to find a good carajillo; and this one delivered.

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    Top spot, top drinks but the heat inside, uff needs some work. The music is great, bartenders are friendly and quick.

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    Best bar in Phoenix! Best ambience, best bartenders in the city as well. I will continue to be a patron.

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    bar is amazing and the staff is top tier but it was so warm in there. need to get ac checked!

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    Ask the Community - Ghost Donkey

    Is this place kid friendly for teenagers?

    No, it's a bar

    What time does the kitchen close?

    What parking is available?

    Its street parking all around the area. You do have to pay.

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    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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    Old historical war rifles, along with trophies
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