Downtown Phoenix has become a hotspot for students and young professionals in recent years – and for good reason. Known for its live music, food, sporting events and Roosevelt Row, downtown Phoenix has something for everyone.
After a long week of work, what better way to relax than to watch the game or grab a cocktail with friends?
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With Moontower’s prime location only steps from Roosevelt Row, there are a variety of restaurants and bars just a short walk or Uber away.
For this reason, we have put together a list of what we consider to be the best bars in downtown Phoenix.
Best Bars in Downtown Phoenix
1. Cham Pang Lanes
Distance from Moontower: 2 min walk
Address: 903 N 2nd St, Phoenix, AZ 85004
Instagram: @champanglanes
This photogenic bar offers quality cocktails and snacks, with a side of bowling. If you’re looking to host a large event or party, Cham Pang Lanes has you covered. With plenty of bar seating, stop by with your friends and have a glass of champagne!
Photography by Brookklyn Huberty.
2. Lucky’s
Distance from Moontower: 3 min walk
Address: 817 N 2nd St, Phoenix, AZ 85004
Instagram: @luckysphx
Lucky’s Indoor Outdoor features a large outdoor patio with rotating food trucks, picnic tables and bocce ball! You can enjoy a cocktail or your choice of draft beer inside this vintage-inspired bar.
Photo courtesy of luckysphx.com
3. Ghost Donkey
Distance from Moontower: 3 min walk
Address: 903 N 2nd St, Phoenix, AZ 85004
Instagram: @ghostdonkeyphx
Ghost Donkey serves up your choice of mezcal or tequila cocktails. Along with your cocktail, enjoy some delicious Mexican food, including nachos, tacos, and chips and guac!
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Photo courtesy of ghostdonkey.com
4. Barcoa Agaveria
Distance from Moontower: 8 min walk
Address: 829 N 1st Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85003
Instagram: @barcoaphx
Barcoa Agaveria is an agave spirits forward bar that doubles as a retail store, so you can purchase your favorite mezcal or tequila. Between the basement bar or the cantina, you can customize your experience between an ice-cold margarita downstairs or a tequila tasting upstairs.
Photo courtesy of abc15.com
5. Rough Rider
Distance from Moontower: 8 min walk
Address: 1001 N Central Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85004
Instagram: @roughrideraz
Serving up Victorian era cocktails, Rough Rider pairs their drinks with modern American cuisine. With inspiration from the late 19th century, you can travel back in time while enjoying some delicious food!
Photo courtesy of azcentral.com
6. Garden Bar PHX
Distance from Moontower: 16 min walk
Address: 822 N 6th Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85003
Instagram: @gardenbarphoenix
Garden Bar’s quaint house location serves exactly what it’s named: Garden to Glass. With a focus on sustainability, they offer seasonal cocktails, beer, wine and charcuterie. If you’re looking to enjoy quality drinks in a quieter environment, come sit on the patio of this welcoming bar.
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Photo courtesy of phoenixnewtimes.com
7. Gracie’s Tax Bar
Distance from Moontower: 17 min walk
Address: 711 N 7th Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85007
Instagram: @graciestaxbar
Offering up great music and various theme nights, Gracie’s Tax Bar is the perfect place to hang out in downtown Phoenix. If you’re looking to dance, drink and have fun with friends, you should add this bar to your list of places to try.
Photo courtesy of dtphx.org
8. Bitter & Twisted
Distance from Moontower: 19 min walk
Address: 1 W Jefferson St, Phoenix, AZ 85003
Instagram: @bitterandtwisted_az
Bitter & Twisted is a long-standing, sophisticated downtown Phoenix bar, located inside the historic Luhrs Building. With creative takes on classic cocktails, you’ll never run out of new drinks to try.
Photo courtesy of downtownphoenixjournal.com
9. Little Rituals
Distance from Moontower: 20 min walk
Address: 132 S Central Ave 4th Floor, Phoenix, AZ 85004
Instagram: @little_rituals_bar
With an emphasis on the little things, Little Rituals focuses on the quality in the details to curate high-end, house-made cocktails. They fresh-squeeze all juices, create their own syrups and infusions, and incorporate seasonal produce into their drink menu.
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Photo courtesy of littleritualsbar.com
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We hope this list helped you find a new bar to check out in downtown Phoenix. If you have any questions about downtown Phoenix living, contact our leasing team. We’re always happy to help!
