I stopped by The Madam for drinks on a Tuesday evening. I had a reservation at 8 p.m. Located at…read moreThe Scottsdale Resort in McCormick Ranch, I had some initial issues with the parking situation. What looks like free parking in the self-parking area actually isn't. There's a sign that says you have to pay for parking with a QR code. Parking is only free for 30 minutes. I called the hotel to inquire about parking and they didn't answer. After walking to the front desk, we were told that valet is validated at the speakeasy. I'm not a fan of valet, but I'll take free valet service (minus the tip) over paying more for self parking. Now, let's get to the good stuff. As the self-appointed king of speakeasies, I'm back with another one. Ambiance: (4.5/5): I won't give all of the clues away, but walk to the third floor, look for a book shelf, and you're on the right track. Once you get inside, you'll find an intimate speakeasy. We're talking seating for 12 or so people or so, tops. I imagine getting a seat on a weekend is quite tough, so take that into account and make a reservation. When you do, you'll find out that there's a $25 cancellation fee per person if you cancel within 24 hours of your reservation. I understand that no shows negatively impact restaurants/bars, but I absolutely hate when the cost of doing business is passed off on customers. I'm reliable, but if I'm going with someone else, and they cancel, now I'm in a tough spot. Anyways, I loved the ambiance at The Madam. Think dark wood, sophistication, and some cowboy vibes. The seating was comfortable, too. Service (4.5/5): Minus the parking snafu, our bartender did an absolute awesome job taking care of us. She was friendly and attentive throughout. They were perfecting a new drink menu and even offered us two drinks on the house. Which was much appreciated! We were lucky, for sure. Food (N/A): While they do have food, I was on a liquid diet on this visit. Drinks (4/5): When I go to a speakeasy, I'm looking for creativity. You'll find that here for the most part, though I wish the list of craft cocktails was a little larger. There were only two or so cocktails that struck my fancy. I went with the one with green chartreuse, which is always a treat. But, when I'm at a speakeasy, I'm hoping that at least half of the selection intrigues me. Despite the limited selection, the cocktails are well made and have an interesting blend of flavors. The Madam is a true speakeasy (no signage and an ambiance which is true to the history of speakeasies), which makes them a winner in my book.

My friend and I stopped by The Madame for a girls' dinner night and ended up really enjoying the…read moreexperience. The speakeasy itself is small, cute, and cozy, with a very dark, intimate interior that instantly sets the mood. We commented that it would be an excellent spot for a date night. The bartender was especially impressive. She was very knowledgeable and attentive. He took the time to create a custom drink for my friend, and she absolutely loved it. I ordered an espresso martini made with rum, which was interesting and different from the usual vodka version. We didn't order food this time since we stopped in before our dinner reservation elsewhere, but other tables had food that looked great. I'd love to come back specifically to try their food along with more cocktails. Overall, a great little speakeasy with solid drinks, great service, and a cozy vibe. I'd definitely return.

Do you like being treated like a loved family member? The crew at Poppy's office dote on their…read morepatrons unlike any establishment in Arizona. This event was incredible! We frequent Poppy's Office for drinks with our favorite bartender (Trevor) and occasionally mouthwatering prime rib night/or flavorful unique appetizers.. This was our first opportunity to enjoy a dinner event featuring Blanton's & an exclusive menu! It was incredible! The chef is creative and talented- perfectly balancing delectable dishes paired expertly with libations elevating the flavors in both. Exquisite meal/cocktails and stellar service! Thank you Tate and the entire team for a memorable & high value evening! Looking forward to the next event!

Great people and BEAUTIFUL ambiance. The walls were covered so beautifully and the lighting was…read morejust perfect. Kasey served me and she was an absolute delight. She truly cares about the customers. The drinks were alls phenomenal and for food they give you a menu from their restaurant next door "liberty station." Overall 10/10 and so great to have a little family owned speak easy up here.

Great place, great drinks, great music. And the owner is pretty cool too. Easy spot to find at…read moreOld town

Such a fun spot, with people of all ages spotted having fun and dancing. My friend and I were…read morelooking for a bar to hang out on a Saturday night and we noticed there was live music at the Old Town Tavern. We were not disappointed at all!! The band, called "Dayweather" was awesome and they covered all genres from Beatles to Weezer including a lot of mash ups, which were so much fun! The played three sets! We thought about going somewhere else but the music, dancing and overall vibe kept us there. There is table service and even for a busy night it was very good. There is a really nice patio too when it is not too hot out. This place doesn't feel too bougie like some of the places in Scottsdale -- this is where the real people of Scottsdale go to relax and let there hair down! I had a great time and will definitely be back!

Beautiful views. Always take my family from back in the Midwest here. The drinks are fine. Service…read moreis ok for the most part too. I've not eaten here. They let you take your drink to go outside. Very nice property. Sunset galore.

jade bar, which is located inside the Sanctuary, was recommended to us for their HH and the views…read moreof Camelback Mountain. When we arrived, it was a bit confusing, as there wasn't really any signage or staff who were willing to assist in directing us to the the place - the hostess at the elements restaurant was snippy and was just rude for no reason! The setup at jade bar was fine; sitting by the windows is your best bet to get a nicer view; however, there was a wedding that was taking place outside, so we couldn't access to have the option to do an al fresco experience. There was no hostess, and the waitstaff seemed to be limited; we didn't know this was just a 'walk-in and grab a seat at any table' type of a setup - We ordered: +the Truffle Tots - did not expect what this dish was; the romesco sauce was just not good +a California maki roll - the imitation crab meat had an off taste to them, and it wasn't tightly rolled so everything fell apart +and, the Chicken Wings - this was covered in some type of a sticky/hoisin type of a sauce; the chicken was NOT cooked through, and we thought we were going to get sick We ordered the Blueberry Dreams (prepared with buffalo trace bourbon, lillet rouge, blueberry lemon, honey, and ginger) and the Spicy Margarita (prepared with deleon blanco tequila, cucumber, jalapeno, and lime) - both were made very strong and were aesthetically pleasing. The seating area and the chairs could have been wiped down and cleaned better; we noticed stains on the furniture. We weren't checked-in often throughout our experience; we would have liked refills, ordered additional drinks, etc., but it wasn't hapepning. You can pop out through the doors at the back of elements for a better view of the mountains, if you wish. We're glad to try this place out, but not worth going out of your way for it. +underwhelming HH options +inattentive/rude staff +located at the Sanctuary

If you haven't been here... It's a must. What a spectacular place to meet new people, have amazing…read moredrinks, and be served by the best bartenders in town. You can listen to your favorite songs on play tunes, play pool, play darts to say the least, I didn't hear after going out and have the munchies? Ask them for a pizza or grab some popcorn. Amazing entertainment, security, and literally the best in town. Supportive spot of great organizations- Bikers for Boobies - endless support.

worker grabbed my brother's half full drink and tossed it, he proceeded to ask them to replace it…read moreand they cussed him out. worker then grabbed a manager who may have been even worse. swore at him and threw his money back in his face. never been to a place with such awful customer service and so out right rude to paying customers.

Friendly Bartenders, great drinks , amazing atmosphere. The staff made you feel welcome and made…read moresure your drink was filled . Thank you

I love a good dive bar and this definitely is in the running for that! My only problem was a went…read moreon a really dead night (Monday)and there was hardly anyone there, but on the flip side I had full control of the TouchTunes! They had lots of fun looking drinks but I just stuck with a vodka/cran. It was strong but not overwhelming like some dive bars. I loved all the funny signs around the bar and the bartender, Joy was very friendly. I want to check out another night when there are more people. Just as a side note, the parking lot was a bit sketchy -- I arrived around 730pm on a Monday so it wasn't very late -- There is a weird split in the parking lot one side is the Aldi side (which seemed more populated with people going in and out of the store) and the other side is a bunch of shops that were closed . There were some interesting people chilling out in their cars and yelling to each other when I came out - I was by myself and felt a little sketched by it, but I was fine.

Thirsty Camel is such a vibe. We stopped in for drinks and small plates and ended up having one of…read morethe best bar experiences I've had in Scottsdale. I ordered a Tito's soda and asked if they could make it a little fancy. They brought out prickly pear simple syrup and it was perfect. Light, refreshing, pretty, and exactly what I wanted. We also had the Harissa Lamb Tacos and they were so good. Flavorful, tender, and balanced. The kind of food you order thinking it'll be just a snack and then you're mad you didn't order more. But honestly, the service is what made this five stars. I accidentally left my credit card at the bar and the staff literally tracked me down, handed it back to me, and gave me a hug. That kind of care and attention is rare and really meant a lot. I wish I remembered the bartender's name because they were amazing. Great cocktails, great food, beautiful setting, and genuinely kind people. I would absolutely come back and recommend this spot to anyone staying at or visiting The Phoenician

The lobby bar at The Phoenician was beautiful. We went to check out the tree lighting and stopped…read morein to have a glass of sparkling rose. Prices are steep, but to be expected at a luxury property. The bartenders were great too. Loved the decor.

Every time I make it to Pigtails, I somehow get there after the kitchen staff has already left so…read moreI still haven't gotten to actually try the food! I've heard their oysters are really good, though, so I'm determined to eventually make it there early enough. What I can review are the drinks--they're amazing. I honestly can't even remember what I ordered last time, but I remember absolutely loving it. The atmosphere is fun, the cocktails are great, and clearly I keep coming back. Next mission: actually arrive early enough to get those damn oysters.

Swung by with a large group on a Saturday night. Fairly busy, but we luckily snagged a corner booth…read morethat accommodated all of us. Cozy atmosphere with rustic/modern decor. Waiter had to bring us menus because none of us were able to get cellular service to open the QR menu code. Started off with a few dozen oysters and a cheese board. So many drinks were ordered and our group enjoyed each one. Can't remember all the names, but they were all well prepared and brought out quickly. Oysters were very fresh and cleaned nicely. Cheese board was decent as well. Will definitely be back for a night cap.