Wow! What a hidden gem?!?! Dive bar vibes meets craft cocktails like from Platform 18...make it make sense! I googled "bars in or around Arcadia" and this gem popped up and I am so glad we checked this place out! We will most definitely be back. We had to check twice that we ended up in the right spot as it looks so inconspicuous from the outside but don't let it fool you. This place slaps if you're a cocktail connoisseur. Don't forget to pull up their secret menu. Their bartender was legit--the type of guy that could make any cocktail based on what spirit you like--which is phenomenal. The vibes and ambience were immaculate. We added it to our list of places to keep on REPEAT when in PHX. Check this place out! read more

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What I got : Daiquiri IPA spellbinder I've been coming here for like a solid six months solid spot for me now the group I'm part of in regards to the tiki Goth community we host events here so it really got me into this spot . The bathroom is pretty clean. Parking is easy very small space and they have a smoking area outside that you can bring your drink out to , I love it here. read more

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I received an email from Undertow with a highlight for 'Christmas in July' at Sunny's. I honestly didn't even know that Sunny's existed before I saw the email. And to be honest, I thought the email was saying the Christmas in July event was happening at Undertow. I love Undertow so I was in! When I finally put two and two together, I figured I would just give Sunny's a shot and check out there Santa specials. I really loved all the Christmas lights and ornaments hanging from the ceiling. The energy inside was amazing. It was a little bit more on the 'dive' side than I prefer when I'm going to grab a cocktail. But as other reviewers have mentioned, it has a homey feel. We opted to stand at the high top near the pool table and the folks playing pool kept almost knocking our drinks and water over with the backside of their cues. I probably wouldn't Sit/stand there again. The Christmas in July menu was cute and fun. The drink I selected was a on the sweet side and I didn't love that. But the flavor profile was definitely full of holiday spirit. read more

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After attending a concert, I was looking for a bar to make a pit stop at for a drink on my way home. Sunny's Lounge was in the area, and I had passed by it before, so I decided to stop by on a Saturday night. They have a small parking lot and I was able to find a spot. If you can't find a spot, you can park for free on a side stret. Ambiance (4/5): Dive-ish is a nice way to put it. Small. But also homey and cool. There's a pool table in the corner with some seating that surrounds it. Plus some seating at the bar. Service (5/5): Friendly and attentive service. Which goes a long way. I was greeted promptly, the bartender answered my questions, and he was friendly. Everything I look for at a bar. Food (N/A): I had dinner earlier that night, so I was on a liquid diet, but Sunny's does have a limited menu mainly consisting of snacks and hot dogs. While I didn't try any of the food, there is some creativity with their food options, so I'd like to give them a try next time around. Drinks (4.5/5): While Sunny's is dive-ish, they are known for their cocktails. And they have an interesting list of creative craft cocktails to choose from. Including some tiki drinks that seem to be a collaboration with Undertow, a nearby tiki bar. Perhaps they're owned by the same people? Either way, I liked it. There's sophistication in their cocktails, which I'm always a fan of. Sunny's is a cool spot. My preference would be to go on a weekday, because if you're trying to play pool, one pool table is not enough when there's a crowd. read more

Had a blast at Sunny's Black Lagoon Halloween pop-up. Sunny's is always a good time, but the seasonal concept takes it up a notch with spooky decor and themed drinks. The Black Lagoon menu has a range of drink options, including three mocktails, which is great for people who want to experience the pop-up but don't want to drink. Several of the drinks come in cool, creepy glasses that you can buy and take home if you want. What's the same as always is the incredible service from the Sunny's team. read more

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We went for the Halloween pop up and honestly it was great! Not too loud, fun crowd, bartenders were fast and attentive, and Anna was just the sweetest! The seasonal drinks were decent, but their classics are the fan favorite for us. There is a pool table as well and some table seating and decent enough parking. I'd love to see other themed popups here (Christmas starts around mid November), but may swing by on a normal day too! read more

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We came here for drinks one night after eating a restaurant nearby. It's a cool idea, a dive bar vibe but with good cocktails. They had it decked out for halloween when we went which was really fun! We were greeted when we came in and the drinks were good and came out quickly. They had a special Halloween menu as well but the drinks were a little pricey imo. The music they were playing was a great vibe as well, loud enough to feel like you were at a bar but not so loud that it was annoying and you could hardly talk. read more

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Fabulous drinks, great atmosphere, fantastic service, and a youthful vibe! It was a busy Saturday, but service was still great! read more

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This place was fun! I came here for the Halloween pop-up experience by Black Lagoon. I arrived around 730p on a Thursday and it was very packed, no where to sit. But the staff working were all very friendly and still came around to take our order. There was a podcast group there that night recording a podcast (which may explain why it was so busy). My friend and I each ordered a drink. I don't remember what they were, but we liked them. Some of the glasses were for sale and I purchase one that looked like a dragon. The Halloween decor was great and it was a very dark and intimate setting that evening. read more

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Looking for a dive bar experience with upscale drinks? This is your place to be! Amazing cocktails around $15 each and the ambience gives dive bar vibes. Service is impeccable! read more

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Sunny's has successfully revamped an old neighborhood favorite into something with a clear vision: Good cocktails for eclectic tastes. What I loved: You might just want to skip straight to their selection of infused fernet. I've had some twists on the herbal spirit before, but Sunny's does it best. I tried a couple cocktails, and what I can't forget is the ArcadiaLite: a suped-up vodka soda boasting a blast of citrus oil, for a mellow flavor that really lingers. What I liked: They freshened up the interior a bit since the Shady's days. You couldn't tell this used to be a dingy old dive bar. If you want good cocktails in a lowkey environment, Sunny's is the place to be! read more

Great bar with awesome drinks and awesome staff. We have been here a few times and have always had a great experience. They have a small patio and many tables inside. It's not super big but feels like a good size. Tons of drink options. They also have a pool table inside. Our friends have been here more often and they always speak fondly of it. They have some great stories about the "haunted" part of the bar so ask! Will definitely continue coming back. Parking is small but if drinking you should be using ride share anyway! read more

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Oh how I wish there was a bar like this in my neighborhood! Friendly staff, welcoming come-as-you-are vibe, fabulous drinks. The place looks like a dive from outside, but the cocktails are classy. "Come, Mr. Tally Man" was perfect. And I have to admit, I got emotional when I saw they brought back my Counter Intuitive fave- "Soldier Boy" (thank you!!). Recommend! read more

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Aside from awesome staff and great drinks, I love the kitsch! They do themed pop ups seasonally, and that is my favorite. The Halloween pop up last week was tops, and now they have a Christmas in July. All of this speaks my language. read more

This place is awesome! The outside is unassuming, but the inside is super cute and cozy. I live down the street from this place and I can't believe it's taken me so long to discover it. I ordered the magazine cover and the thai me down. Both drinks were really good and service was friendly. I'll be back for sure! read more

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Came here for their holiday decor is the spooky vibes were spooktastic. The black lagoon team set up the decorations as far as I'm aware but the staff was super friendly, gave great advice, and offered to take photos of us since we all came in costume. Surpassed our expectations for sure since on the outside it does look like a more low key bar. Guess now I have to try them out for a non-Halloween outing read more

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Stopped in for drinks with my friends and had the best lemon drop ever. They had it decorated for Halloween and it looked really cute inside. Definitely recommend read more

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Great spot with delicious cocktails. Doesn't look like much from the outside but the inside is recently remodeled and so nice. Service is super friendly. They are happy to explain their drinks and give options. The TV isn't normally on. We requested to watch the game and they had no problem putting it on for us. read more

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Sunny's Lounge is so underrated! My family was looking for a fun bar to add to our Christmas bar crawl and Sunny's was at the top of our list. This is a small, intimate dive bar located in between Camelback East Village and the Biltmore Area. Since it's around the holidays, they have decked out the entire inside of the bar with festive decor and fun photo ops. I personally loved the line up of Christmas cocktails- we tried the following cocktails during our visit: "Let It Snow", "Twig and Berries", and the "Cold Apple Pie". All were solid 10/10s-seriously they were incredible. What I was pleasantly surprised by was that Sunny's didn't overcharge for drinks simply because it was on the holiday menu, we never paid more than $15 and the quality was absolutely worth the price. The staff were so kind and friendly and quick to offer up a recommendation and their speed of service was quick. I can't wait to come back for our next holiday bar crawl! read more

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At first I loved this place until the one bartender working on a Friday night showed to be rude and treated the rest just fine. Unfortunately we were the only people of color in there too so that made it apparent. He began to argue with us after I noticed the rude treatment and I kindly asked for my refund so we could leave. The other bartenders were never this way. Now I just want to share to be careful. read more

Went for the Black Lagoon pop-up, place is smaller than expected, with less immersive decorations than I was expecting. However, there was some nice little touches considering the small space, such as movie on vintage TV, skeletons here and there. We did enjoy the playlist and have played it on Spotify during Halloween time. The service was also good, enjoyed our waiter. The themed drinks were ok, not as good as other places. The non-drinkers had fun playing billiards (50c) We did take a coaster and menu for souvenir of an enjoyable couple hours. read more

Love the old school feel. Staff is great. I will definitely return for the excellent cocktails.

Great atmosphere! Cozy with excellent service . Can't wait to go back!! Bubbles the bartender = The BOMB!!

This was the last stop on my Birthday outing and I am so glad we made it here before we went home. Sunny's had decorated wall to wall for Christmas and it gave me all the Holiday Feels. I loved it so so so much. We had a great server who kept the amazing Espresso Martini's coming! I will absolutely be back to show this cute spot to some of my friends and we will no doubt have a great time I am sure. read more

Understaffed - horrible service No water station, hardly any parking or seating .... read more

Amazing small little cozy bar! Great service and tasty drinks! They've got a nice pool table inside as well! Definitely a hidden gem! Went here during the holidays and meant to review it then, but they are still just as amazing if not better! read more

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This place is amazing! I just had a summer carajillo, was wonderful, also had a drink called Arizona sunset was really good, everything the bartender does is great! She is really nice and creative, this bar could be your go to go every day! read more

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Such a fun spot !! Anna is the best! A must stop, it is much more than it seems just trust me.

A friend took me to this place on a weekday and LOVED the place. It was on my mind often because the cocktails were delicious so I couldn't wait to come back. I decided to take a date here and drinks were great, service started great... until it wasn't. First thing I noticed they took the menu after the third drink they served us. Thought that was interesting. 'My date and I joked, "oh they must think we are over served." Mind you, no one had fallen, nothing was spilled. 2nd thing I noticed. Soon after, they ring us out and just say, "so how are we getting home guys?" No, "how is your night going?" "Is everything okay?" No eye contact at all and we told her Lyft. I'm thinking wow, are we doing something? We were in a good mood and vibing and it can come off more than it is. Regardless, the approach was not appreciated and I believe another direction was more appropriate. We finish our drinks and are just vibing. It was fun to let loose after a long week. We danced because they had good music and having an overall good time together not bothering anyone to my knowledge. We were the only ones dancing and there is an open area that looks like it's made to be danced in. If we were doing this at a sit down restaurant or even a speak easy, I can see that being weird. But this is a bar with a pool table and loud music. Then the server comes up to us again, and tells us "I think you should call that Lyft now." After an expensive bill, I still tipped 20% and my bill was $108 for 6 drinks and was polite to the staff. I am trans. I am a person of color. And I'm there with a white woman. So when you get treated with disrespect without any knowledge of what they are doing, it can unfortunately feel targeted even if it's not the intention. It's happened before and sadly, it will happen again. I'm very disappointed because I was having a good night and I was so excited to come back. I had told so many people about this place. As much as I love the drinks, I cannot say I will come back because I need a place I can feel comfortable to be myself without judgement or at least the respect to tell me what's wrong. read more

This is my new favourite bar. I want to be a regular here, which is not something I often say. There are so many places to try in Phoenix that it's hard for me to sit down and say "this is the One." But I'm committing. Drinks: I've tried 99% of the cocktails and I haven't gone broke. I think that basically sums up why I love this bar. The cocktails are unique, tasty, and inexpensive. The frozen strawberry chili margarita is on point. Ambiance: this used to be (still is?) one of the divier establishments, but from what I can tell, it's gotten a nice update, but kept the cozy laidback feel. I never know what time it is because it's so dark. Service: superb! The bartenders are the bomb. They're all super friendly and helpful. They want you to enjoy what you're drinking. read more

Great hidden gem!! Do not let the outside fool you... inside is perfect and if Anna is there as a server you will be in for treat! Great interaction with the clients and down to earth. Great spot to unwind and have a drink. read more

The bartender's bar! A great spot to kick back, relax, and enjoy great drinks. Come shoot pool, watch TV, enjoy conversation with friends, all while enjoying the high quality cocktails you expect from Barter & Shake. read more

Amazing ambience. Affordable drinks. Great service. Outstanding cocktails! I wasn't even drinking that night and had a non-alcoholic bees knees which our server was quick to suggest for me and was perfect. They have a non-alcoholic gin! This is such a pleasant surprise since most bars do not offer NA cocktails. Each drink had such balanced flavor profiles and everyone enjoyed their drinks! The no frills ambience with a pool table, chill laid back bar vibe with plenty of seats, booths for larger groups to hangout and chat and good music that isn't too loud make Sunny's Lounge a great place to stop by in the neighborhood for a drink. It's not too crowded which is a huge plus. This place is a hidden gem! Will be back. read more

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Sophie was awesome. She was killing it while being the only bartender on a busy weekend. I watched customers come up to her with multiple drink demands and she handled each guest with care, patience and a great sense of urgency. She did a great job! read more

Loving this spot in Arcadia. The staff has been friendly since we walked in. They have a pool table is a nice touch for the lounge area and the drinks...sheeeeeesh they're amazing. Will be coming back and recommending people. read more

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This is a classy dive bar. Century Grand-level cocktails in a dive bar setting. Prices are really good for the quality: $12-$14. Would be a perfect bar to meet a date. read more

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This is the kind of review I'm torn on leaving. On the one hand, I love this place and want them to do well. On the other, I love that it's one of those hidden gems in Phoenix that you just have to know someone to know about, and leaving a positive review makes that harder. Talented staff, great drinks, phenomenal service. The drawback is the giant dancing crocodile sign in the corner. I think the person who picked it should have to do a shot of malört with no chaser. read more

While I will admit that I do miss when this place was Shady's, this is a nice spot to grab a drink with a bit of an elevated speakeasy atmosphere. Things are pretty decently priced, there is adequate seating and the staff is always nice and friendly. The only caveat is parking - it's mostly on the street, but nothing Rideshare can't prevent/fix! read more

Drinks made well quality ingredients, knowledgeable cocktail mixologists, loved this bar when Shandy's but now cleaner and staff very friendly glad environment changed read more

Great cocktails at reasonable prices. It's a small building but has a pool table and a decent amount of seating. I live nearby and I definitely want to make it a point to go more! read more

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