Best Gay Bar (For Everyone): The Phoenix Best New Brewery: CraftHaus Best Classy Lounge: Mandarin Bar Mark. “Because I’m part of the community I like to go and support other businesses and they really take care of the other residents too-it’s like a big family. Photo: Christopher DeVargas Related Share Similar stories. “There’s a lot of local businesses to support, and I hope people do, because there’s a lot of opportunity for growth,” said M’Shay. Just don’t forget to make a reservation-the restaurant gets busy, fast.
Plus, we recommend everyone stop by Fry Bread House, a community staple since the 90s, for a plain fry bread-or load yours up with beans, cheese or chorizo.įor dinner, there’s nowhere better than the award-winning Restaurant Progress known for its elevated American fare and unforgettable craft cocktails. We love the all-beef Chicago Dog with bacon fries and classic, old fashioned vanilla donut. įor a delicious, no-frills lunch we recommend the pork carnitas burrito from PHX Burrito House or a gourmet hot dog from Short Leash Hotdogs. But this bar also has Super Mario Bros, a Nintendo Wii.
And it’s not just bars-there’s restaurants and vintage shops to check out as well.” Courtesy of Joe's Dinerįor diner-style breakfast you can’t go wrong with a breakfast burrito from Melrose Kitchen or biscuits and gravy at Joe’s Kitchen. This laid-back, lounge-y bar is a popular gay hangout and offers karaoke, pool, and a dance floor - like many of the other bars in the area. "There are a lot of cool businesses, great shops and great people working here. “There’s a lot to be seen here if you just take the time to look,” said M’Shay. Fresh reviews: Personally I think it’s a great little local bar especially if you live in area and don’t feel like driving all the way downtown for A night out.Let me put this in a more normal way, it’s a nice little local bar you can hang out with your friends have a few drinks and have some fun. During the day, you can also head to LYLO Swim Club downstairs for an Instagrammable poolside drink, like the Dole Whipped.Īnd while Melrose is largely known for its nightlife, the neighborhood has more to offer than many realize. įor a night out, we also recommend checking out the newly opened Don Woods’ Say When Rooftop Bar at Rise Uptown Hotel just off 7 th Avenue for its stunning city views of Camelback Mountain and Downtown Phoenix, comfortable mid-century modern atmosphere and creative, retro spritzes. When M’Shay isn’t performing or spending time with friends at Charlie’s, you’ll find her at other popular Melrose bars-like the retro, 70s-style arcade bar Thunderbird Lounge, drag show haven Stacy’s Melrose, or Pat O’s Bunk House Saloon.