Shelter is one of those places that is worth visiting for the setting alone. Housed in an…read moreincredible repurposed fallout shelter, the interior is packed with intricate Americana-inspired and vintage details that give the whole place a wonderfully offbeat, retro atmosphere. There's a circular bar at the center, along with tables, a billiards room and a separate arcade room, so there's plenty to explore beyond just grabbing a drink. The cocktail selection is extensive, and while my drink was just okay, the space itself more than made up for it. Definitely a must-see for anyone visiting Tucson, especially if you like unusual bars with real character.

Bar was clean but still had an old feel. Staff was kind and quick with service. Drinks are around…read more$5-6 each, with a fair pour. They have a pool table for $1 plays in good condition. They have plenty of non alcoholic options for the designated driver to still have something fun. Looks like a travel back in time, and music is a good volume that you can still hear conversation.

I love love love this place! It's so loungey make me think of a stripper bar meets an old world…read morenight club. The service is good the chairs are comfortable and they can have some really fun music. The food is great and they have happy hour prices early. This area was amazing back when I was a little kid, it's the missed opportunity that the people of Tucson abandoned. Most of the old hotels and motels are gone and the area has been brought out by gem show people. I'm glad they took care of this place and it's a little bit of old nostalgia of Tucson. Gus and Andy's still on the tile floor.

Decent sized parking lot. Be forewarned, this is a come-as-you-are joint...they welcome ALL...if…read moreyou can't play nice with boys-as-girls when they show...find somewhere else. Ambiance/Cleanliness- Loved it!! Dimly lit, true lounge with great decor. It's a little like upscale dive bar meets strip club meets The Peppermill Lounge in Las Vegas, but its own vibe. Clean where it needs to be. 4 stars Service-Hanna was the BEST, taking time to listen to food/drink requests and make solid, helpful recommendations. Circled back a couple times to check status. 5 stars Food-Inconsistent. Devils on Horseback bacon wrapped dates were fire, perfect crunch on bacon. Coconut shrimp needed to be butterflied. Mac n Cheese was wonderful, pulled pork on top needed spice. The patty melt patty was inexplicably rubbery. Nutty buddy cheesecake was perfect. 3 stars Will go again. They have AYCE spaghetti on Mondays.

Chill place. Great cocktails. If I weren't almost 100 years old and someone took my there for an…read moreafter dinner drink, I'd be impressed. Rock on Tucson!

Came here to grab a drink on a Friday night and was surprised by how busy it was. We arrived around…read more5:30 and there was already very little seating room. We managed to snag a couple of seats in a communal lounge area. I think it's the kind of place where many people come early for happy hour. It was also raining which made it impossible to sit outside, meaning the indoor seating area was pretty packed. We decided to lean into the sidecar of it all and order a classic prohibition sidecar. I don't think this was a traditional sidecar, which was surprising, but it was tasty. It's small, but it packs a punch. The bartenders here are very talented. Overall, I wish the space was a little bit bigger, but it's a great spot to grab a quick drink and enjoy some pizza from the spot next pdoor.

The decor, overall vibe, and drink menu are really fun, but the bartender we had kind of killed the…read moreexperience. We'd heard good things about this place and have been trying to support local downtown bars this summer, so we stopped in around 11 on a Friday night before heading home. As we sat down, we watched the bartender be pretty dismissive toward another group at the bar, so we were already a little unsure. We started talking about the decor because we liked the eclectic vibe. We jokingly pointed out that one of the pictures had a joint instead of a cigarette because someone in our group hadn't noticed. One of the bartender's first comments back, completely seriously, was, "I'm from San Diego. Have you never seen art before?" Honestly... what? It was such a weird, unnecessarily condescending response. I brushed it off at first as awkward banter, but it was a really strange first impression. The drinks were decent. The Loverlist was really good, and the Unicorn Fluff and Old Fashioned were fine. The bartender was quick to talk up their whiskey selection, but when we asked for a recommendation, she mostly gave reasons why she couldn't recommend anything and just kept saying they had "over 90 different options." Without a whiskey menu to look through, that wasn't especially helpful. We also asked for a shooter and were offered half of a cocktail instead. That would've been totally fine on its own, but combined with everything else, the service just never felt welcoming. We ended up leaving pretty quickly. I'd give the place another shot because the atmosphere is fun and has a lot of potential, but hopefully with a different bartender behind the bar.

I'm happy to have finally gotten a chance to visit Unicorn Zebra since it's been on my list from…read morethe time they opened. It's a fun and also elegant atmosphere with the zebra theme clearly exemplified across the space. I would have to say this is one of the coziest bars I've been to, the furniture and seating is really supportive of a long-term visit. There are other levels, lower and an upper level besides the main space, but be aware that if there are parties, they can typically take up different areas. Our bartender, Sarah was fantastic! The way that she handled all of the guests and the busy field was incredible, so calm and collected, and furthermore making some really incredible drinks. Heads up that the online drink menu is not the current drink menu, I couldn't remember all the names of our drinks and put those in the photo captions, so when I checked on the website, the menu was showing something different other than what I saw at the bar. Out of several places I've been to, I'd say the mixture of flavors and details in the drinks are quite unique. I'll be back for more one day

I'd give The Owls Club 10 stars if I could…read more This is a true gem in Tucson. Historic, moody, sophisticated vibes with live music and a setting that feels like you stepped into another era. Fun fact, it used to be a mortuary which honestly adds to the whole slightly eerie, beautifully atmospheric charm in the best way. Why did it take me so long to get here?! Drinks aren't cheap but they are absolutely worth it. I had a non alcoholic drink that was divine and honestly didn't feel like an afterthought at all. So many little nooks to explore, but the courtyard under the palm trees was my favorite. On this visit, with moonlight, vintage architecture, and soft ambient lighting, it just felt unreal. All I could think was this is the perfect place for events, gatherings, or just lingering a little too long because you don't want the night to end.

*Visiting the Owls Club is an experience... for one it's in a former funeral home. Equally…read moreimportant, stellar drink menu. * Expect a intimate and macabre-ish vibe indoors- pews for seats, long corridors and party vibes outdoors with live music at times *Excellently curated drink menu and even more impressive bartenders who not only makes these drinks from memory but also are able to keep the orders and drinks flowing * Order at the bar and seat yourself indoors or outdoors... it gets busy and so you will need to speak up to get the attention of the very busy bartenders... also speaking up doesn't mean being rude to others also patiently waiting for their drinks *Gets super busy as the night progresses * Tip well and return... too many cool cocktails to not try

One of the best hookah bars we've ever been to! Owner was super friendly, informative, and helpful…read morewith places to go and things to see as we were visiting for a few days - recommended some great local eateries and bars. Great service, nice smooth hookahs and very chill, relaxing atmosphere. Couches throughout themed rooms and nice outdoor patio. Overall a gem of a hookah lounge. If you are looking for a great place to smoke some hookah and relax while traveling, check this place out. Highly recommend!!

This place was nice. Great atmosphere and friendly staff. They were very helpful and had great…read moreproducts!

What a fantastic place, it's not really big check with the bartender if they have room that night…read more Look at the cell phone number goes directly to his cell number. Try the dealers choice, he'll ask you a few questions about what you want and a magical drink will come out.

When you walk in, it doesn't look like much. But don't let that keep you away. The bartender is…read morebrilliant at making drinks if you want something off menu. The food is absolutely delicious. We know what we're having next time. Either eat at the restaurant and use the drink menu in the menu or go to the speakeasy and enjoy a slightly different drink menu and the same food. We will be back.

This is one of the best places I've been in a while here. The vibe is chill chic. This is a place…read morefor grown ups who just want to be out with some friends to have a cocktail or mocktail and be able to have conversations on a comfy couch or chair. There were too many cocktails that sounded delicious so I opted for wine. The bartender asked if I was going to have a cocktail what kind would I get. He then made a very good cocktail and was correct that I'd like it more than the wine.

Thanks to Ryan this place has it all together and more. Just ask him to make you something special…read moreand this master of boozy fun delivers with grace and style. The speakeasy ambience speaks to the oddly placed location. Just keep looking and don't stop till you find it!

Cool speakeasy with reasonable cocktail prices!…read more The vibe is cool and easy to find a seat for groups. I definitely want to come back to try more of the drinks. The hours is very confusing for this place though. I've tried multiple times to come and found out they were closed. So maybe try calling to make sure they're open before coming?

The self-appointed king of speakeasies is back at it with another one. On a trip to Tucson, I…read morestopped by Tough Luck Club for a drink or two on a Tuesday evening. Located downtown, your best bet is finding some street parking (which is free after a certain hour). Ambiance (3.5/5): Hint hint: Tough Luck Club is located in the basement of Reilly's Craft Pizza. Since Reilly is so large, it's not easy to find. Go through the restaurant, get on the patio, and look for a stairwell. Once you get down there, you'll see several seats at the bar and some booths. I sat at one of the booths. Service (4/5): You order at the bar. Since it was a Tuesday, I was alone for part of my visit and there with a handful of people for the rest. I had to grab the bartender's attention several times, but when I was able to get ahold of him, he was friendly and efficient. Food (N/A): I had dinner prior and I don't believe they have food anyways. You can order food at Reilly's though and bring it down yourself. Drinks (4/5): When I'm at a speakeasy, I look for a creative list of craft cocktails that have interesting flavor profiles and ingredients. Tough Luck Club has a nice menu which gives a solid description of each one. The sophistication isn't quite there but they're fun. One is Game of Thrones-themed. One is kind of like a snow cone with flavored ice on top. Fun for sure. There are a good number of speakeasies in downtown Tucson. Glad I was able to cross this one off the list!

A marginal Hotel Bar. Has basic alcohol for mixed drinks and advertise 4 draft beers on tap but…read moreonly had two available. Prices are average for a bar, somewhat reasonable for a Hotel Bar. They no longer have appetizers available which was a big let down (probably fall out from Covid). Decor was decent with changing lights in the bar top.

Great service. Excellent drink, whisky sour. Nice…read morelocation... and ok room. Needs an update...