“Party” listings
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Casey Moore's Oyster House
This Tempe institution has everything you want in a pub: great booze, a big patio and good food. Students, professors and locals mingle and toss back pints here. (08/2011)
850 S Ash Ave, Tempe
480-968-9935
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Revolver Lounge
Tanned and toned bodies converge at this bastion of swank, making it a prime place to see and be seen. Further proof of its It-ness? Rihanna chose the Scottsdale club as a suitable place to celebrate her 22nd birthday. (05/2011)
7316 E Stetson Dr, Scottsdale
480-946-2005
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YUCCA TAP ROOM
This rock club recently expanded to include a lounge with craft beers, local artwork and pool tables. The calendar is jammed with live music events, including open-mic night on Mondays. (01/2011)
29 W Southern Ave, Tempe
480-967-4777
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RIPS BAR
A wild mix of people converge at this laidback place, which slings cheap drinks and retro tunes—especially during Obscura, the popular 1980s British music night that takes place the second Saturday of each month. (01/2011)
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COACH HOUSE
This hole-in-the-wall hangout distinguishes itself as Scottsdale’s oldest tavern—and one of the only ones that’s open 365 days a year. Around the holidays, it gets in the spirit with over-the-top decorations. (12/2010)
7011 E Indian School Rd, Scottsdale
480-990-3433
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THIRSTY CAMEL
This month, give thanks for an Arizona specialty: patio-perfect November nights. Raise a glass at this stylish watering hole, which offers fabulous views, top-notch spirits and classical piano or jazz serenades. (11/2010)
6000 E Camelback Rd
480-941-8200
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RUSTY SPUR SALOON
Hankering for some old-time tunes? Slip into this friendly saloon and sing along with country musicians and other patrons. It offers live music seven days a week, starting as early as 11am. (11/2010)
7245 E Main St, Scottsdale
480-425-7787
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SUEDE
Sure, it can get crowded and, yeah, the drinks aren’t cheap, but Suede provides a chic setting for some of the best people-watching in this very pretty town. Great music and plump suede sofas complete the scene. (10/2010)
7333 E Indian Plaza, Scottsdale
480-970-6969
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THE BIG BANG
Leave your shyness at the door at this singalong piano bar. Guests call out requests to the two dueling pianists on stage, who bang out the tunes while the audience sings, dances and laughs. (09/2010)
501 S Mill Ave, Tempe
480-557-5595
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THE WRIGLEY MANSION
Built by chewing gum magnate William Wrigley Jr., this mansion is now a restaurant with sweeping views. Perch on the patio for a cocktail and, on Sundays, live music. (07/2010)
2501 E Telewa Tr
602-955-4079
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MARTINI RANCH
This stylish nightclub offers lots of ways to enjoy an evening: Dance to the DJ’s choices upstairs, catch a live show downstairs, or grab a drink and kick back on the sprawling patio. (05/2010)
7295 E Stetson Dr, Scottsdale
480-970-0500
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ARCADIA TAVERN
Part sports bar, part restaurant, this casual place is great for families. It offers complimentary parking, plus a Wii for kids to play while parents watch the game. (05/2010)
4801 E Indian School Rd
602-840-3950
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