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New pop-up bar Maudies creates space for queer wine drinkers

By Sara Crocker

Jun 26, 2023

Maudies hosted its first event in June. Find out when and where the queer wine bar will pop up next.

Bottled Blonde announces plans for 2-story Gilbert restaurant and bar

By Tirion Boan

Jun 21, 2023

Bottled Blonde, the popular sports bar and nightlife hub in Scottsdale, is bringing a double-decker location to Gilbert.

A wave of new restaurants and bars is making a splash in downtown Mesa

By Georgann Yara

Jun 20, 2023

New restaurants, bars and food businesses are flooding into downtown Mesa. Here's a look at what's coming soon.

Simple Machine Brewing Co.’s new Glendale taproom opens this weekend

By Sara Crocker

Jun 14, 2023

Arizona Distilling Co. to open location in Mesa by the end of summer

By Georgann Yara

Jun 2, 2023

The new production facility and bar will be double the size of the distiller's Tempe headquarters.

First Sip: Take a walk on the wild side of wine at Sauvage

By Geri Koeppel

May 15, 2023

Sauvage sets itself apart from other wine bars thanks to the owner's passion for natural wines and its cozy setting in the historic Helen Anderson House.

Fate Brewing Co. expands with new Phoenix brewpub

By Tiffany Acosta

May 12, 2023

A third location of the popular Valley brewery is opening along Seventh Street in Phoenix.

Award-winning Mexican brewery to open its first U.S. taproom in Chandler

By Sara Crocker

May 5, 2023

Mexico's beer scene is largely defined by big-name brands. But the brothers behind one Sonoran brewery are working to change that. Now, they're opening their first location in the U.S.

Bubbling up: Arizona brewers are crafting a new wave of Mexican lagers

By Sara Crocker

May 4, 2023

Mexican lagers are popping up on craft brewery menus around Arizona as local brewers put their spin on the style.

First Taste: Central Records Spins Into Downtown With Wine, Coffee, and Snacks

By Tirion Boan

Apr 24, 2023

From a small storefront on Central Avenue, a new coffee shop, wine bar, radio booth, and record store is making noise in the downtown Phoenix scene.

Mining Inspiration From the Natural World, Quartz Cocktail Bar Opens This Week

By Sara Crocker

Apr 18, 2023

Sip on cocktails inspired by rubies and turquoise at this new downtown Phoenix cocktail bar.

Cooper's Hawk Sets an Opening Day for Gilbert, Moves Forward With Surprise Location

By Tirion Boan

Apr 11, 2023

Cooper's Hawk, a multi-concept destination with a restaurant, a wine bar, and bottle shop, is getting ready to open its two newest Valley locations.

Meet Grand Avenue's New Wine Boutique

By Geri Koeppel

Apr 7, 2023

805 Wine Boutique, named for California's Central Coast, sells a selection of small-production wines not usually found outside of the wineries themselves.

Pour Decisions Comes Alive in Scottsdale. Here's What to Expect at the New Bar

By Geri Koeppel

Mar 20, 2023

Make your way to Pour Decisions at this new Scottsdale restaurant, music venue, and rooftop bar.

These 7 New Bars and Restaurants are Now Open in Downtown Phoenix

By Sara Crocker

Feb 17, 2023

These seven new bars and restaurants are expanding options for food and drinks in downtown Phoenix.

A New Rooftop Bar is Opening in Downtown Phoenix. Here's An Exclusive Look at the Menu

By Sara Crocker

Jan 23, 2023

What to expect at Eden, the new restaurant replacing Lustre Rooftop Bar in downtown Phoenix.

Barstool Sports Expands Its Boorish Brand With a New Scottsdale Bar

By Natasha Yee

Jan 11, 2023

Barstool Sports' new Scottsdale bar is now open, marking another step in the controversial company's Arizona expansion.

First Taste: This Upstairs Eatery is Perfect for Your Next Girls' Night Out

By Tirion Boan

Dec 14, 2022

This new restaurant sits above Neighborly Public House and is perfect for your next girls' night out.

The Green Woodpecker Lands at Park Central, Bringing Beer and Tacos

By Geri Koeppel

Dec 12, 2022

The family behind acclaimed Valley spots Gadzooks and Wren House has opened a new beer bar in midtown Phoenix.

'A Pub for the People.' College Students and Professors Flock to the Hidden Thunderbird Pub

By Georgann Yara

Dec 8, 2022

This full-service bar and restaurant located at the Thunderbird School of Global Management is one of the best-kept secrets in downtown Phoenix.

New Bar Alert

Samsara takes over former Bliss ReBAR

Gilbert residents push back against Bottled Blonde

New Bar Alert

Samsara takes over former Bliss ReBAR

Gilbert residents push back against Bottled Blonde

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