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14 Fave Places in Metro Phoenix to Eat at the Bar
Windsor is one of 14 Fave Places in Metro Phoenix to Eat at the Bar.

1. Windsor

8.9
5223 N Central Ave (at W Oregon Ave), Phoenix, AZ
Gastropub · 125 tips and reviews

Phoenix New TimesPhoenix New Times: Keep a sharp eye and snag a seat at the bar and you'll be well into carpe diem before the poor slobs with their names on a list have even been seated. Read more.

2. Postino Winecafé

9.2
5144 N Central Ave (at W Colter St), Phoenix, AZ
Wine Bar · 126 tips and reviews

Phoenix New TimesPhoenix New Times: The bar at Postino, 9 times out of 10, is the absolute way to go for avoiding a long wait. You may have to hover a bit though, and keep a sharp eye to snag a seat. Read more.

Federal Pizza is one of 14 Fave Places in Metro Phoenix to Eat at the Bar.

3. Federal Pizza

9.2
5210 N Central Ave (at W Colter St), Phoenix, AZ
Pizzeria · 67 tips and reviews

Phoenix New TimesPhoenix New Times: Skip the wait list and grab a seat at the bar for some unforgettable pizza and quick service. Read more.

Binkley's is one of 14 Fave Places in Metro Phoenix to Eat at the Bar.

4. Binkley's

6920 E Cave Creek Rd, Cave Creek, AZ
New American Restaurant · 18 tips and reviews

Phoenix New TimesPhoenix New Times: Park your butt at the right end of the bar & you'll be able to watch the food coming out of the kitchen and maybe squeeze in a convo w/ chef-owner Kevin Binkley.

Citizen Public House is one of 14 Fave Places in Metro Phoenix to Eat at the Bar.

5. Citizen Public House

8.7
7111 E 5th Ave (at Craftsman Ct.), Scottsdale, AZ
Gastropub · Downtown Scottsdale · 136 tips and reviews

Phoenix New TimesPhoenix New Times: The oval-shaped bar, parked smack in the middle of the room, is the focal point and the beating heart of Citizen and if you're a restaurant-industry type or a regular, that's where you should be. Read more.

Durant's is one of 14 Fave Places in Metro Phoenix to Eat at the Bar.

6. Durant's

8.5
2611 N Central Ave (at Virginia Ave), Phoenix, AZ
Steakhouse · 77 tips and reviews

Phoenix New TimesPhoenix New Times: Phx's movers & shakers know where to find the bar as well as the martinis for which Durant's is famous & when it feels impossible to get a table in the restaurant, they grab a seat there for dinner. Read more.

Los Olivos Mexican Patio is one of 14 Fave Places in Metro Phoenix to Eat at the Bar.

7. Los Olivos Mexican Patio

8.4
7328 E 2nd St, Scottsdale, AZ
Mexican Restaurant · Downtown Scottsdale · 61 tips and reviews

Phoenix New TimesPhoenix New Times: Try to get in on the dark, cozy cantina side of the bar. It's more comfortable and more quiet (although that's really just a matter of degree when season's in full swing). Read more.

Rokerij is one of 14 Fave Places in Metro Phoenix to Eat at the Bar.

8. Rokerij

7.7
6335 N 16th St (at E Maryland Ave), Phoenix, AZ
Steakhouse · Camelback East · 66 tips and reviews

Phoenix New TimesPhoenix New Times: The bar at this pitch-dark steakhouse is comfortable and cozy and puts you front and center of the glowing, hustling kitchen. Read more.

9. Richardson's Cuisine of New Mexico

8.9
6335 N 16th St (at E Maryland Ave), Phoenix, AZ
Mexican Restaurant · Camelback East · 54 tips and reviews

Phoenix New TimesPhoenix New Times: The covered patio tucked away between Richardson's and Rokerij is probably the best choice for bar seating when the weather is favorable Read more.

10. Dick's Hideaway

8.9
6008 N 16th St (at E Bethany Home Rd), Phoenix, AZ
Mexican Restaurant · Camelback East · 79 tips and reviews

Phoenix New TimesPhoenix New Times: Dick's is a tiny hole-in-the-wall offering the chicken Chimayo & other dishes found at Richardson's, as well as a friendly and inviting bar staff. Read more.

Rancho Pinot is one of 14 Fave Places in Metro Phoenix to Eat at the Bar.

11. Rancho Pinot

6208 N Scottsdale Rd (Lincoln Drive), Paradise Valley, AZ
New American Restaurant · 12 tips and reviews

Phoenix New TimesPhoenix New Times: There's something irresistible about the bar, situated near the front door & conducive to people-watching. It's the place regulars gravitate to, hoping for a brief chat w/ chef-owner Chrysa Robertson. Read more.

House of Tricks is one of 14 Fave Places in Metro Phoenix to Eat at the Bar.

12. House of Tricks

114 E 7th St (at S Forest Ave), Tempe, AZ
New American Restaurant · Downtown Tempe · 81 tips and reviews

Phoenix New TimesPhoenix New Times: Although the lush, flower-filled patio has its charms, the best place for Tricksters to be is invariably the outdoor bar, roofed and shaded by two towering old trees. Read more.

Christophers Restaurant & Crush Lounge is one of 14 Fave Places in Metro Phoenix to Eat at the Bar.

13. Christophers Restaurant & Crush Lounge

2502 E Camelback Rd (at Biltmore Fashion Park), Phoenix, AZ
American Restaurant · Camelback East · 35 tips and reviews

Phoenix New TimesPhoenix New Times: Park yourself at the expansive bar overlooking the exhibition kitchen. The stools are plush, the seating spacious, the contemporary French menu steeped in tradition and the wine list excellent. Read more.

BLD Chandler is one of 14 Fave Places in Metro Phoenix to Eat at the Bar.

14. BLD Chandler

7.9
1920 W Germann Rd (at S Dobson Rd), Chandler, AZ
American Restaurant · South Chandler · 65 tips and reviews

Phoenix New TimesPhoenix New Times: Drop in in the early morning, when it's still pleasant enough to sit on the outside looking in & when it gets too steamy outside, reverse it. It's a sweet, unpretentious place to relax at the bar.. Read more.