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5 Phoenix spots named among the best bars in the West
The Tales of the Cocktail Spirited Awards named its Regional Top 10 on Wednesday. Phoenix bars and restaurants made the cut.
This Tempe brewery is expanding. Here’s what that means for craft beer fans
PHX Beer Co. closed its downtown brewhouse in August. A new brewer is taking the reins.
New Phoenix bar serves standout cocktails, surprising food
At this uptown bourbon bar, great drinks are expected. Fantastic food is a bonus. Here’s what to order.
Arizona wine festival returns this weekend with new Valley home
Winemakers from around the state are traveling to Phoenix to share their best bottles. Here’s how to get a taste.
Where to eat and drink in the Valley on St. Patrick’s Day
Green beer and Irish eats are on the menu at bars and restaurants around the Valley.
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Dubbed an ‘illegal speakeasy for minors,’ what’s next for Tempe Tavern?
The college bar is “a clear and present danger to the community,” the Arizona liquor license department says.
Arizona producers dive into low and no-alcohol trend with new drinks
As drinking trends downwards, three new local brands pack flavor without the boozy punch.
After massive underage drinking busts, Tempe bar sues the city
Over two years, 420 underage drinkers were arrested at the bar. Now, it’s suing the city for “reputational harm.”
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Bottoms Up: Where to drink during Arizona Cocktail Weekend
The weekend is marked by three major events, but you’ll also want to add these 12 parties, tastings and pairings to your tab.
Greenwood sets her sights on Chandler. New taproom to open this fall
The indoor-outdoor space will welcome families playing in the park with craft brews, small bites and picnic baskets.
Celebrate Mardi Gras at these Phoenix restaurants and bars
Valley spots are going all out with Creole cooking, king cake and drink specials on Fat Tuesday.
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‘Sky is the limit’ for new observatory-inspired cocktail lounge
The team behind 36 Below is bringing a new immersive bar to the West Valley later this year.
Drink local during Arizona Beer Week at these 12 metro Phoenix events
Celebrate craft brews at the Arizona Strong Beer Festival, beer pairings and tap takeovers during 10 days of fun.
New bourbon bar opens in uptown Phoenix
The owners of a longtime Valley restaurant have opened a bar next door with rare bottles and craft cocktails.
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Phoenix restaurants and bars closed to protest ICE amid U.S. shutdown
Many restaurants and cafes will close for the day. Others will host fundraisers in solidarity with nationwide ICE protests.
Scottsdale beer hall named the best brewery in Arizona
A nationwide ranking by Mashed says a precocious north Scottsdale craft brewery is the state’s best place for a pint.
5 new cocktail bars shaking up downtown Phoenix
A luxe martini bar, a tropical oasis for tiki tipples and more are opening in the heart of the city.
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Mesa brewery throws beer and barbecue bash before saying goodbye
After nearly a decade, the pioneering local brewery will soon pour its last pints.
What will be the drink of 2026? Here’s what Phoenix bartenders predict
Espresso martinis dominated 2025. So, what will fill glasses this year?
Wrigley Mansion’s wine fest returns with 4 days of events and tastings
Festivin is back with a packed lineup of wine tastings, expert-led seminars, chef dinners and more.
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Weekend-long cocktail festival returns to the Valley this spring
Sip cocktails from the world’s best bars and cheer on your favorite local bartender during this spirited weekend.