Samantha & Robert

July 25, 2025 • Phoenix, AZ, USA
92 Days To Go!

Samantha & Robert

July 25, 2025 • Phoenix, AZ, USA
92 Days To Go!

Things to Do

Downtown & Midtown Phoenix are very LGBTQ-friendly, however, if you have any concerns please feel free to reach out to us! Below we have curated a list of some of our favorite spots in and out of the area, as well as some popular ones. Enjoy!!

Bitter & Twisted Cocktail Parlour

1 W Jefferson St, Phoenix, AZ 85003, USA
(602) 340-1924

21 and over ONLY. Delicious and handcrafted beverages with a more overwhelming menu than the cheesecake factory...but don't fret! The servers are beyond knowledgable and have never handed me a drink I didn't LOVE.

The location is downtown, so parking is limited to street or parking structures, so, if you are close, walk or rideshare!

CLOSED on Sunday and Monday, open 4-midnight on Tuesday-Thursday and 4-1 AM on Friday and Saturday.


Taking the Lightrail? Get off at these stations:

Eastbound: 1st Ave & Jefferson

Westbound: Central & Washington

Website

The Arrogant Butcher

2 E Jefferson St #150, Phoenix, AZ 85004, USA
(602) 324-8502

Delicious food and one of our favorite places to frequent! Recommended to walk, use the light-rail, or use a rideshare app.

Valley Bar

130 N Central Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85004, USA
(602) 368-3121

You may get confused or freaked out trying to find this place because it is in an alleyway and is the only basement bar in Arizona... but this is my favorite place for a drink! Valley Bar is also a venue that hosts music events with small or local musicians. If you like politics and are familiar with Arizona, you'll also likely get a chuckle out of their drink names. ;)

Not only do they host local artists, but they also support local businesses with their drink mixers and some of their alcohol. This is a TRUE local spot that we love so much and hope to share with you!

Cartel Roasting Co.

1 N 1st St, Phoenix, AZ 85004, USA

Why drink Starbucks when you can drink LOCAL?! I highly recommend this coffee shop. It is a walk-up window, so leave your car behind and enjoy the sights!

Biltmore Fashion Park

2502 E Camelback Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85016, USA
(602) 955-8400

Need to do some shopping while you are here? Here is a place nearby to Downtown Phoenix!

Scottsdale Fashion Square

7014 E Camelback Rd, Scottsdale, AZ 85251, USA
(480) 941-2140

A large mall located in Scottsdale for any last minute shopping needs.

The Whining Pig Downtown

201 E Washington St #104, Phoenix, AZ 85004, USA
(602) 603-9987

Love beer, cider, wine or seltzer? This is the pub for you! Rob and I love to frequent this place before or after Suns games. They do not have liquor, so if that is what you are looking for, try Bitter and Twisted instead! However, this local pub is like home for Phoenix locals!

Cobra Arcade Bar

801 N 2nd St #100, Phoenix, AZ 85004, USA
(602) 595-5873

Cobra is your typical bar/club. Club music with indoor and outdoor seating, but filled with arcade games! If you're looking for a fun night out, this is it. There is usually a food truck located outside of the bar as well.

Heard Museum

2301 N Central Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85004, USA
(602) 252-8840

If you're looking for a museum to fill your time and brain, look no further than the Heard Museum. This museum documents the history of Native Americans and the tribes that still reside in Arizona to this day. Be warned that this museum does go into the dark history of what our native brothers and sisters endured, especially regarding what they suffered in the boarding schools. Though, if you are like me (Sammi), and love history then this will be a place you will enjoy visiting and learning from!

The Churchill

901 N 1st St, Phoenix, AZ 85004, USA

A delicious food hall with music, drink options, and food! Open to all, but 21+ need to show ID at the door to be able to get alcohol inside :)

Floor 13 Rooftop Bar

15 E Monroe St, Phoenix, AZ 85004, USA
(602) 396-7168

A lovely rooftop bar! Reservations are recommended.

Harumi Sushi Bar

101 N 1st Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85003, USA
(602) 258-0131

Hands down the BEST sushi I have ever had. I recommend making reservations - they are popular!

Pigtails Downtown

1 E Washington St #128, Phoenix, AZ 85004, USA
(602) 675-4416

A cute little speakeasy! ...if you can find it ;)

Phoenix Bourbon Room

2 E Jefferson St, Phoenix, AZ 85004, USA
(602) 607-5601

Like a steakhouse or sports bar, but better! If you're a whiskey or bourbon fan, this is the spot for you. If you're hungry for something delicious, this is also for you! Located right above Arrogant Butcher so you have plenty of options for drinks and snacks :)

Arizona Wilderness DTPHX

201 E Roosevelt St, Phoenix, AZ 85004, USA
(480) 462-1836

A pub with LOTS of beer and yummy bar food. The menu is a little limited (and can be spicy) so look beforehand if you're going for eats! If you're going for a pint, you'll be amazed at the options and the artistic marketing! Plus... it's dog-friendly! You will see LOTS of sweet little puppers around the outdoor seating areas and they are always open for pets!