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The Captain's Cabin

4.9 (107 reviews)
Closed • 6:00 pm - 12:00 am (Next day)
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Christina M.

This place was long time on my list to try for Tiki cocktails in the Valley. I had recently been in West Hollywood and happened upon a tiki bar named Lucky Tiki where I talked to a fellow Tiki lover and he asked if I had been to Captain's Cabin in Phx. I told him it's on the list but I decided to go since it keeps getting pushed back. This bar is located adjacent to Hula's Tiki Restaurant which has yummy food and a standard tiki bar but nothing amazing. If you want legit tiki drinks hop next door under the red light. We met bartender Henry who will be the more present guy behind the bar, he said that Captain Dave is doing other projects. Henry was great, and we hoped to chat with the Captain himself, but maybe at a pop up event at another place. Our drinks were beautiful, delicious, and stiff. All the things I enjoy with the Tiki style of cocktails. We enjoyed our time at the bar with friends. Great little spot.

(L to R) Hoist the Colors, Golden Offering and I am Captain Now.
Alan M.

We weren't sure what to expect when one of our favorite bars closed for almost a month. Happy to report we went to the reopening Thursday night and the place was full. Captain Alex had things running smoothly with the help of Captain Dave (formally of Coabana) The decor is the same, and the drink menu is a bit smaller - 8 signature cocktails and 9 tiki classics. The back page of the menu was all food items. The three cocktails we had were boozy, yet perfectly balanced. The flavors of the drinks were un mistakable, making them more pronounced, and quite frankly, just plain delicious! Glad The Captains Cabin is back, and you can bet we'll be stopping by to say hi to Captain Alex and Captain Dave and enjoy more great tiki cocktails.

Jeff R.

The Captain's Cabin was closed for over a month and recently reopened with a revamped menu and with Captain Alex Perez behind the bar. Alex knows his stuff and the majority of signature cocktails on the menu are his (spoiler alert: they're strong). He's a fun and energetic presence behind the bar and I'm glad to see the Cabin opened back up.

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Briana N.

This is easily one of my favorite bars! The bartender has been working there since it opened and he provides the best service. He is so personable and makes the experience memorable! Phenomenal bartender. The bar is so neat and it truly feels like you are transported somewhere else. The drink menu is very large and there is something for everyone. I have never had a drink I don't love.

Sabrina H.

Kirin Mai tai Forgotten skipper Entrees: Fries small Really nice speakeasy the decoration is spot on and the bartender is so cool and nice my friend loves their cocktails and never has anything bad to say definitely check this place out they have quite a few things to snack on here as well and they all look great. The fries were pretty good too and crispy.

Bryan G.

Nice intimate space well themed and the drinks have obviously been given some thought. Great tiki style bar next to Hula's. Sad the dark and stormy didn't have the original Rum but the Mai Tai and other drink I had were great. The wife enjoyed her adventure as well.

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Victoria C.

This is a very welcoming and cozy bar. Went here on a date. We sat at the bar. David is awesome and made my date a special drink using bourbon. He loved it! I had the Cobra's Fang and had to control myself from wanting to sip all at once. Delicious and satisfying tiki drink. My date then ordered an old fashioned cocktail and let me try it. This is the best old fashioned I have ever had. I wanna go back again just for that, the awesome bartender David, and to try more tiki drinks and enjoy the ambience of this cool establishment.

Sabine T.

Such a cute little speakeasy/tiki bar! Dim lights and great decor. There is enough seating for maybe 20 people, and they don't take reservations. I imagine it may get a bit crowded on weekends. We went on a Thursday evening and there were just 2 seats left when we arrived. People came and went during the time we were there, so someone looking for seats could have just waited a bit and gotten one. Pretty extensive drink menu. The drinks are tasty, and the presentation is great. Captain Dave even made my mai tai prettier with a flower when I asked! Small bites are also available. Probably an unpopular opinion as people love AC around here, and maybe we were sitting right where the air was blowing, but the AC kept kicking in and I was cold. A relatively minor inconvenience, everything else was great!

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Jessica B.

Most people don't know about this place but it is amazing! It's a speakeasy next to Hula's in uptown. Captain David, the bartender, is so fun and makes fantastic drinks. It feels like you are on a pirate ship and has such a cool vibe. It's a great place for date night or just grabbing a casual drink

Katalina I.

Fun speakeasy next to Hula's. Small space with limited seating so expect to wait or maybe be unable to come in. We were very lucky that we happened to come in when a group of 4 people left. The drinks were good and not too expensive especially for their size. I love their look and how fun all the drinks were, very good tasting and fun for pictures. The Captain/bartender was super friendly and attentive, he made it a point to connect with each guest and was talking to patrons. I liked the aesthetic of the place, very much a tiki bar with a ship theme which was fun. Similar menu to Hula's if not the exact same. The space was also a bit hot and felt a little stuffy but that can be expected from a small space. When we came in, it was our first time and since there is no hostess, only the captain, we felt a little awkward and unsure of what to do or if we should sit ourselves. That was probably the only bad part. They have seats at the bar and some booth areas as well. Probably no more than 15 people or so could fit in there comfortably so it's kind of nice to have the space that's intimate and unique. I would probably go back, but would get there early to avoid having to wait or being unable to get a spot!

Queen Anne's on the left and Treacherous Waters on the right
Ashley T.

Such a fun spot to hit up on a late night. My friend and I didn't expect to go out but when we did, she recommended we start here. We wanted Halloween vibes and it totally delivered, there was eerie red lighting, fake spiderwebs and skulls on the bar area plus a seasonal drink menu. The bartender, David, was very cool and kept it classy with his captain's hat. I had the Treacherous Waters, per David's recommendation, while my friend ordered Queen Anne's Revenge. Both were very tropical and delicious, my friends drink even had a little umbrella with a spiderweb on it for the 'gram. Overall this is a very low-key niche place to stop for a drink after visiting Hula's or eating at Denny's.

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Natasha A.

Captain David runs the ship alone which is mind-blowing. He takes your drink and food orders, makes the drinks, grabs your food from the kitchen, delivers it to you, cashes you out, and cleans the tables - alone. Captain does a great job managing everything, major props. Loved my Ava's Kingdom, has rum, amaro, coconut, strawberry, lime, pineapple, and cardamom. Extremely well-balanced. The Macadamia Chi Chi was also excellent and heavenly! Also, ordered the Fish Cake sliders, Coconut Shrimp Rolls, and Island Style Poke. Loved it all, but we enjoyed the Fish Cake sliders the most. In addition, my friend mentioned my birthday to the Captain at midnight, and he did a double-shot with me! What a champ. Running the ship alone, and doing the most. Major points. We will definitely be back to sail with him again!

Alex B.

What a gem! Was super nervous that the place was going to be crowded going around 9pm on a Friday night due to other reviews, but it turned out to be a pretty slow evening and was so excited about that. Captain Dave, the bartender, is fantastic and welcoming. Thoroughly enjoyed sitting at the bar and having conversation with him and he added a lot to the experience. Loved the theme decor and intimacy of the small place. Can't wait to go back!

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Thank you Dan! -Captain David

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Thank you Esmé!! I hope you make it back in soon! - Capt. David

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Service was great. Drinks are very well thought out. Atmosphere is amazing. Will definitely be back

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Perfect place for a quiet date night. The drinks are sooooo good AND strong so proceed with caution unless you want to walk the plank lol

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Hey, thank you!!! -Captain David

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Love the drinks! The place is small but has great vibe! Do yourself a favor and check it out!

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I’m so glad you had a good time! Thank you!! -Captain David

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Knowledgeable, friendly bartender. Only place in town to serve a macadamia nut chi chi.

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Those Chi Chi’s will sneak up on ya! Thanks Dani!! -Captain David

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Came in today with my boyfriend to celebrate our 8 year anniversary!!!…read more We were taken care of by Dominique I believe was her name. She was absolutely so sweet! Helped us navigate drinks. I love mezcal but none of the cocktails were with mezcal. She recommended zeds dead and sub the tequila for mezcal. Yummy live laugh mezcal yup! Since we had our little angel pup with us, we sat outside. Misters were blasted and ambiance was so cute! My boyfriend kept saying this is such a hidden gem! Kale salad was 10/10 Mini pizza was 8/10 good quality small portion. Cheese and bread were yummy. Pepperoni was really basic. Cheesecake was a 7/10 but also my boyfriend said it was spectacular and he absolutely loved it so to each their own! My only negative is that they close at 12, but since it's slow they're opting to close earlier. Totally fine! I'm a server myself and I appreciate that! But I know others will be upset. Just call before you come if it's a late evening and not a Friday or Saturday.

I first came across Don Woods' Say When reading a Yelp article listing out the best rooftops in…read moreeach state. Don Woods was Arizona's pick. For quite a few months, I had it on my list to visit. I finally made things happen on a Wednesday evening for a drink. Located on the roof (of course) of a boutique hotel, I find free parking in the hotel's parking lot. While it was a busy parking lot, I was able to find a spot. Unfortunately, my night consisted of a comedy of errors. Ambiance (3/5): When you think best rooftop in the state, you're thinking scenic and peaceful views. Don Woods' certainly has that, though I've seen better in Phoenix. You can see the mountains in the background, but that's about it. The hotel is located on a busy street, where you'll often hear the noise of cars buzzing by or the train choo-chooing. Did I just make up a word?! I imagine the best time to stop by is during sunset. The outdoor area is relatively narrow with seating for about 20-30 people. It's a mix of comfortable seats and tables/chairs. There's also a charming indoor area, where the bar is located, but I felt like I had to sit outside. The weather was perfect, too. Service (2.5/5): This is where the comedy of errors began. I was given a menu and some water and was left to peruse the menu. Before the waitress had returned, I had picked out an appetizer and a cocktail. I then discovered that their cook had quit the other week and as a result, no food was available. That's fine and all, but you've gotta give me a heads-up when giving me the menu. That way, I wouldn't have spent the time to look over the food menu and get my heart set on a particular dish. On a better note, they have free WiFi. And service was overall friendly and pretty efficient. Food (N/A): While I was unable to order some food, on most nights, they have a small menu of small plates. More of a snack type of spot then a full meal type of establishment. Drinks (3/5): Don Woods is know for its cocktails and they have a list of 10 or so craft cocktails. Plus, beer, wine, and the typical options that you would find when there's a full bar. I feel like the bartender messed up the proportions on my cocktail as it was a bit rough. One drink and I was out. It seems like Don Woods' is experiencing some turnover which is leading to some mishaps. Combine that with some high expectations given the accolades they won, and it was the recipe for a disaster. I love a good rooftop bar, so I was hoping for more at Don Woods' Say When. Even the lobby of the hotel was experiencing issues. They sell popsicles in the lobby but the guy temporarily manning the front desk didn't know how to get their Square device working. Which ended up meaning no appetizers for me at Don Woods and no popsicles from the lobby. Two strikes. We live to fight another day.

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Don Woods' Say When - View from rooftop

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Don Woods' Say When - Cocktail

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Don Woods' Say When - View from the bar

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View from the bar

The Captain's Cabin - cocktailbars - Updated October 2026

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