We love coming here at Halloween and Christmas for their great pop ups. This year seems to be…read moreskeleton themed. This year there were skeletons everywhere, including many small skeletons hanging from the ceiling. I love the way they have some of the skeletons holding tiny red Solo cups. There is a haunted saloon menu, and the drinks really come so well themed. You can expect to see a little plastic skeleton, and eyeball, and even a skull in your drinks. Many of them glow which makes it extra special. The drinks have always been delicious here, and the bartender tonight was really aiming to please. She was very sweet. There is no food here

I'm very much a planner but sometimes it's pretty incredible to randomly run into an awesome…read moresurprise. On a Friday evening, I had dinner with another Yelper in South Scottsdale. With it being Old Town, free street parking is your best bet. After dinner, I hopped on the trusty Yelp app to look up bars in the area. Porters Western Saloon came up... and here's the thing, that night, they were starting their Halloween pop-up. Couldn't say no to that! Ambiance (4/5): I love a good pop-up, especially when it's about my favorite holiday. Porters has both a downstairs and an upstairs bar. The downstairs bar is their typical country bar. Upstairs is where the pop-up's at. The upstairs area isn't huge, it can probably fit about 30 people or so. There are a couple of tables and we were lucky enough to snag a high top after ordering at the bar. Lots of Halloween decor added to the vibe. Service (4.5/5): The bartender, despite it being pretty busy, greeted us promptly. She checked in with us after we perused the menu, got our cocktails ready quickly, and explained how to work the cocktail (more on that later). Food (N/A): I don't believe they have food. Either way, we had dinner prior. Drinks (4.5/5): They had a special Halloween-themed menu with six cocktails or so. Out of the bunch, the cocktail served in a pseudo blood bag stood out. I've only had this type of drink once, in New Orleans. Not something you come across every day. We were given light-up glasses to pour our bloody concoction (which had a mechanism to open and close the tube). Tasty mixed drink, a little on the sweet side for me, but definitely worth the presentation. Make sure to check out the pop-up while you still can! I'll have to return to check out the downstairs bar. And to see what other pop-ups they have at other points in the year.

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

Beautiful bar/restaurant inside Sanctuary Camelback Mountain Resort & Spa. They don't take…read morereservations, so our group was happy to get there in time to snag a great spot with an incredible view of Camelback Mountain! Service, food, and ambiance was amazing and would absolutely recommend. Would love to come back to try Elements, their restaurant right next to Jade Bar.

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.

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.

Amazing! Such a fun atmosphere. Service is fast. Every bartender is nice. They are talented!read more

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.

Old Town Tavern is a great spot in Scottsdale's Old Town for a fun night out. The live music…read morecreates an awesome atmosphere, the crowd is always lively, and the food is surprisingly good. Definitely worth stopping by if you want a casual place with great entertainment and a fun environment.

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!

What is there not to love about a local mom and Pop Wine Café shop? The owner is super…read moreaccommodating and super nice when we host events there. Definitely a great spot if you wanna go visit and relax to have a glass of wine. The space is intimate, quiet, and definitely a great hangout spot. They also have small bites like charcuterie boards. Go check them out.

My first time here and had a great experience. This is definitely a hidden gem!…read more This spot is family owned and you can tell they care about their customer And their business. Great selection of wine and drinks as well as small bites! Cool little spot to hang out with friends or go by yourself. I went for a cookie decorating event and was happy to have the wine options available as well. Huge parking lot available and easy access to get back on the road. They have events, music, comedy nights and more. If you want a glass of wine and something to do, you should definitely Check out this location

Came here for a friends birthday celebration. I remember when this space was called Gin n Reel, it…read morestill has the same vibe inside but it's been turned into a speakeasy and now serves food. The price for the murder mystery was $55 which was very reasonably priced and the drinks were tasty. I did the cipher which they bring out pen and paper and you fill out how adventurous you're feeling and they will custom make you a drink. The murder mystery experience was so interactive and so much fun! If I'm honest I'd pay just for the murder mystery but the food options weren't great in flavor. The appetizer (bacon wrapped dates) only came with two small ones, and the fig app was even smaller they looked the size of peanut size m&m's. The main dishes were also not great, the skewers were lacking in flavor and the polenta had a weird texture. The tri tip just came out without any ask to cooking temp and was overcooked (well done). The dessert was probably the best tasting of the meal and it was nothing to write home about. Overall I would go out for the murder mystery but maybe hold out for a better menu.

I was searching for a nice speakeasy/cocktail bar to get after dinner drinks for my friend's…read morebirthday and found Star 78. It was easy making a reservation. There is parking on the street or in the lot. We weren't familiar with the area so it was a bit tricky to find. It is located in the back of a coffee shop. The concept of going through the phone booth is fun. The space inside was quaint and intimate. They have a regular menu and then had a special Valentine's Day menu. I got a nice fruity cocktail that was sweet. I enjoyed it. Everything was reasonably priced. All of our drinks were pretty glittery, it made everything really pretty. My friend got a free glass of prosecco for her birthday which was nice. A good speakeasy to visit. Menu has good variety. Service was great, they ran through the menu with us and was attentive.