Thunderbird Lounge

The atmosphere of this place is great like your really going back to the 70s. Cool arcade games and decor, but you walk past a bouncer just wandering around outside up to a bartender annoyed that you had the audacity to come in and spend your money and is upset with you that the bouncer didn’t check I.d. I would recommend trying this place, maybe you’ll get a better shift. Unlikely however considering I have never met a person in my entire time in Phoenix that would describe this place as “their local spot” or even “a nice place to spend an evening”.

Stopped by here with some friends who wanted us to check out the spot. They said there is normally a bouncer who sits at the front & checks ID's, but there was no one there when we arrived so we just went in. It really does live up to the 70's vibe, it felt like we walked into the home and living room of someone back in the 70's from the wallpaper to the knick knacks. The old school arcade games are pretty neat, they have some great game titles. The row that is in front of the store window had some weird dirty/blurry patches under the right side of the arcade game screens so I am not sure if it was just the glare or what. It is neat they have a large patio in the back along with some events during the week, plus it is dog friendly. I didn't really like how it smelled inside the bar, but I typically don't hang out in bars so maybe they is how they are? I can't say how the drinks were, I don't drink so I didn't get anything, I was just there with the group. But from what they said the drinks are overpriced. Parking is limited, there is some parking across the street or you can park elsewhere and walk.

Super rad spot with a chill vibe. As you walk in you get greeted by some old school punk playing over the speakers. The décor is straight outta the 70’s who ever designed the bar had a vision and they nailed it. They also have a good amount of free classic arcade games. We ordered a few drinks and they were delicious the bartender was on point and polite. Overall a great spot. Wish we had more time to spend there but we had dinner reservations. Definitely will be back next time we are in the Phoenix area.

Used to be good, but new bartenders are not friendly or interested in helping anyone. Was with someone who, due to a medical problem, tends to look facially drunk. I paid for a drink and tipped well, but was kicked out alongside him very rudely. Will not be going back despite years of attending their events.

Went here for a speed dating event. The place itself is nice. Love the old decor. There is a patio out back to sit outside for drinks. The bathroom is outside too so just a heads up in the summer it gets really hot.

Great and eclectic 70s-themed bar with free arcade games! The inside is small and cozy but there is a lot of beautiful outdoor seating. The parking is close and the drinks are good! They also just partnered with the "Burger Bizarre" ghost kitchen to have food delivered for free to their bar. There are vegetarian options as well. The service is great and the decor is fun and unique. I would definitely recommend this to anyone visiting Phoenix, Az!

Bartender was very rude and not friendly. He seemed miserable to be working here. Was very rude. We got told that we weren’t going to be served drinks anymore because we had been dancing. This was on a Saturday night at 1am. My group of friends and I were the only ones dancing to the 70s music even the DJ danced with us and other people there clapped for us. We were calm and collective and had ordered only one round of drinks. There were another 15+ people all just sitting at tables. The atmosphere here was disappointing and boring. Drinks were overpriced. A glass of modelo especial costs $8 plus tax. Very very underwhelming. Bartender was also very discriminating to any race other than Caucasian. I noticed we got treated much differently than others. Hire new bartenders and you might improve as a business. Compared to their sister bar Thundercat lounge which is a lot better this bar deserves a 0 star rating if possible. We felt very unwelcome. Take my word for it do not come here. This was our first time here as well. I noticed many other reviews had complaints about the bartenders as well so I know we weren’t the only ones. If you are of any minority ethnicity you will most likely not feel welcome here. I don’t recommend this bar and will never come back. Don’t waste your time.

Very cool and genuine spot - friendly staff. Have both inside and outside seating with some retro video games and juke box. An assortment of cocktails, beers on tap and canned beer options. Outside seating is pretty huge with options to grab a pizza from next door.