Carry On

Carry On Phoenix is a really cool concept, and I’ll give credit where it’s due — the overall experience is very well executed. The plane theme, set design, and ambiance are immersive and thoughtfully done, and it genuinely feels like a unique, curated experience when you first arrive. That said, speaking as someone who has worked in hospitality management for over 13 years, the logistics and value do not fully match the premium price point. There was no email or clear communication with instructions on how to get there, nor any indication ahead of time that guests needed to go to Wren & Wolf first to receive their ticket. That lack of basic guidance was confusing and unnecessary for an experience positioned as elevated and well-orchestrated. The food and beverage execution was also extremely disappointing. The mocktail options were honestly horrible for the price — very limited, poorly balanced, and lacking any sense of creativity or refinement. The advertised “Michelin star tacos” were another major letdown. What was served were three very small tacos, each with a basic shell and essentially one small piece of meat. There was nothing elevated, generous, or memorable about them, especially considering how heavily they are marketed. Overall, the concept and atmosphere are strong, but the effort, communication, and value of the food and non-alcoholic beverage offerings do not align with what guests are paying for. I would not return unless there is a significant upgrade to the food and beverage experience and clearer execution around guest logistics.

Would you like to get lost? Forget the crazy and chaos of the world for about 90 minutes? Then this is the bar for you! The attention to detail is above and beyond. From imaginative drinks, to delicious pairings with an assortment of amazing amuse-Boucher; there is even an in-flight magazine that can’t help but make you smile ear to ear. We had Maddie (hope I spelled that correctly) and she was splendid. The service was impeccable through and through, and you truly get lost in the experience of it all. Major kudos to the captain on the radio, and the gorgeous bathroom. The meticulous approach to everything even ensured my wife who has celiac had her own special assortment of food items. My only minor call out would be that I had specifically asked in the reservation online, as well as when I spoke with customer support to confirm our booking, that they make a note of it being our anniversary. I was assured both in email and over the phone that it was and it was going to be celebrated, but no such moment was brought up with my wife and I. Not a huge deal, but I was hoping to surprise my wife with the little extra acknowledgment.

Always a great night at Carry On. Such a fun concept. You get greeted at the door much like you would when walking onto an airplane. They even give you a collectible wing pin. Such a great idea! The flights are on screens at every window and I’m pretty sure each side has a different view. After the welcome drink & snack, they push out a martini cart. Which is always our favorite part. I’ve brought two groups here and each time it’s amazing. The staff is friendly and fun! The drinks are great. We will be back to try the captains table soon.

A truly unique, immersive experience down to the last detail. It’s a hassle to book it, but something you will always remember! The cocktails are fine, the service can vary - but the atmosphere is so fun and kitschy.

Wow! Such a unique experience! You have to buy your tickets at 10am on the Monday before for the weekend. You want to be on the site before 10 as tickets go fast. We got the 11:30 time slot and it was still busy. You have to collect your tickets from their restaurant next door. The bar looks like you’re flying in a private plane with turbulence and everything! There is a cocktail menu as well as a martini cart. I was not a fan of the martini but I think the cocktails would be better. You get a welcome drink upon arrival, it’s a mixed drink nothing special. I would highly recommend checking out carry-on bar at least once while you’re visiting Phoenix!

A First-Class Experience Like No Other! Stepping aboard the Carry On bar in Phoenix feels like boarding a private jet straight out of the 1970s — and what a ride it is! From the moment you walk in, every detail transports you: the retro music, the incredible staff in authentic go-go attire, and the perfectly curated drink menu that’s as creative as it is delicious. As someone who’s worked in customer service my entire career, I can confidently say this experience is worth every penny. The team has mastered the art of hospitality and atmosphere — it’s easy to see why Carry On is ranked the number one bar in the United States. BRAVO to the entire crew for creating something truly unforgettable! Phoenix, you’re lucky to have this gem. Now, how do we get one in St. Louis?

I went in expecting nothing, and was still disappointed. For reference, we did the "Trip to the North Pole" flight. The flight guide was all generated with ChatGPT. From the captain's welcome to the Phoenix hit spots - despite a claim that "their editors worked hard to culminate Phoenix spots in the area." I'm fairly certain the holiday drinks were AI-generated as well, seeing as they tasted awful. We ordered three different cocktails at our table, and the one I ordered apparently had 6 ingredients, despite being served in a whisky glass with an ice cube the size of my fist. It took about 3 sips to finish. My husband's cocktail was tequila-based with fruit liquors, but somehow had the smoke and peat of an Islay Scotch. The first "free" cocktail they served was described as "Double Gin, Double Apple with Spanish Cava." It tasted like watered-down Gin. They don't serve true food. Only peanuts, a tiny tamale, and miniature cookies that were the size of quarters - one per person. The Captain's Table received 4 tiny dishes that in no way could constitute as dinner, either. I'm glad we had dinner beforehand. The "flight" itself was 98% clouds. With it being North Pole-themed, I'd expected maybe Santa to show up in the windows, or a trip over the workshop as the flight guide suggested. Nope. You land, see 10 copy-pasted AI-generated Christmas trees, then pull up to the AI-generated Christmas Town, where the reindeer are tinier than the snowman, and the snowman is taller than the surrounding houses. And they closed the window on this picture about 6 seconds after landing. Hope you enjoyed the North Pole. Lastly, it was very loud. As other reviewers have mentioned, it's an incredibly small room, and we had to raise our voices quite a bit to hear one another. Forget the Christmas music that they were playing - it only added to the cacophony. Maybe the drinks are to help the North Pole seem a little more magical. Personally, I would never spend my money on this again. We're better off mixing cocktails at home and watching Christmas movies. I'll make sure to get a vibrating couch to simulate the experience.

Went to Michelin Star taco night. Arrived early. Picked up tickets at restaurant next door (same owner) then wait in line till flight door opens. It was a cold evening and very cold waiting outside. Received a pin but it was from the North Pole flight during Christmas not the flight wings. We were seated and nice atmosphere inside (still cold) although the bench seating is nice, the lounge chairs are very low and not comfortable. You receive a small drink immediately and peanuts. Within minutes they come around to purchase drinks. I ordered a Tequila Sunrise and it was just ok. The plane then takes off. Tacos were served, a tortilla with a piece of meat and sauce, not Michelin star worthy. After an hour the martini cart comes around. We did not order a martini as barely had time to drink it before receiving bill. Its a rushed 90 minute experience as this includes getting seated, ordering, paying etc. People beside us left their expensive drinks. It is unique but too rushed and if you order drinks ends up costly. $90 for experience. $18 -$20 per drink. You pay taxes and tip on total amount and then the $90 is deducted.

This is such a special experience! They did an incredible job with the atmosphere to make it seem like you're actually on a flight. The cocktails are insane- so yummy. The service is pretty good and we loved the pilots announcements. We've been during a regular flight as well as during Christmas and it was worth going again during the holiday as they made some fun holiday additions. I was worried about getting reservations since there were five of us, but then realized with five or more you can pre-reserve which took away my stress! Only complaint is that it gets too loud with a full house.

Super cute experience that is unlike anything else right now. (Trains and planes are different!) The whole concept is really fun, from the overhead messages to themed cocktails to the vibrating seats while you're "flying." You enter with an old fashioned paper airline ticket, and it just goes on from there. The service was fine, although I can't really say we were flying the friendliest of skies. The servers (flight attendants) were polite and did their job, but they didn't seem t really be having a good time. (I can imagine it gets tedious for them.) Throughout the experience, there are a lot of fun touches, like announcements from the pilots. We were there for the new "Flight to the North Pole" Christmas theme, and we each received a welcome drink (it's premade, but very tasty with hints of ginger and citrus), a tamale (disappointing that beef was the only option), peanuts, and toward the end some little cookies. It feels like the price tag of $30 is mostly just for entering the space, and I was a bit surprised that even though you pay for the tickets in advance, they add it back onto your bill so they can base the taxes and tip off the total amount paid. (This results in your tip being much higher than you expected if you're not paying careful attention.) Additional drinks average $18-19, but they are good. There is also the martini cart in which you can choose from different styles for your classic martini (gin, vodka, dirty, filthy, olives, blue cheese olives, onions, etc), as well as a special peppermint martini (which was actually very excellent), and the martinis are made in cute penguin cocktail shakers at your table. It is a fun experience, probably overpriced, but it is the kind of thing you probably won't do more than once or twice.

10/10 I saw this on Instagram and I knew I had to experience it in person. It 100% lives up to the hype. One thing I didn't think about was making reservations, so make your reservations as early as possible to ensure you are a valid ticket holder for the flight. If you forget, don't fret, check the website frequently for standby tickets. We happened to snag a table for two the day before departure. Our flight was San Fran to Mexico City. I love the rumbling to simulate actual flight. The visual nods to each destination out side of our windows was amazing. The cocktails were also first class. You get a small taster when you first board, a full range of cocktails in flight, and even a martini bar cart during the flight. All of our cocktails were expertly crafted and we had a spectacular time.

Carry On is a unique immersive adventure that's absolutely worth experiencing at least once. Over the course of 90 minutes you're transported on a fun journey through themed "destinations," while sipping on classic cocktails and enjoying light snacks. The airplane-inspired setting--complete with fully costumed staff--adds just the right touch to make it perfect for a memorable date night or a fun outing with family and friends. We were especially excited to try the martinis, but were let down to find a few of the menu items were unavailable--even though we were on the first "flight" of the day. Still, the atmosphere and concept were so creative that it made for a truly entertaining escape.

This was a really fun night out. My MIL booked this for us and we had such a great experience. She missed it but you pick up your tickets at Wren & Wolf. From the moment we stepped onboard we were treated to great customer service. All of the flight attendants were really nice and made sure we were good. The starting drink was tasty as were all of the other drinks we ordered. The cookies were sooooo good. So good! Our total time in was about 90 minutes, they start and stop on time. You get the flight experience with the announcements and shaky seats if you're seated in a booth. The pictures in the window simulate an actual plane ride and add to your experience. The "cabin" area is fairly small with only about 12 or so tables. Plan ahead if you're thinking about going but definitely go. It was so much fun.

Everything about Carry On was AMAZING!!!! The next time I come to Phoenix I probably will do this again. You need tickets for this plane themed bar and you have to book in advance. The ambiance of it all was incredible. Everything mimics the airplane. I was called a couple days ahead of my booking to see if I'd be willing to change my reservation time, as the system had overbooked for the slot I had originally booked. As a reward for picking a different slot, I was upgraded to the Captain's Club! I'm so grateful that it ended up working out that way because the experience was just so satisfying. The drinks were some of the best drinks I've had! They didn't skimp out on the alcohol! You really do get what you pay for! I don't eat lobster or crab and the chef accommodated me by modifying my light bites. There's so much I could say about this place but you literally have to go and experience it for yourself! 10/10 I definitely recommend!

I just tagged along so the whole reservation process is lost on me. We arrive for the reserved time. They seat us and I love me a theme bar. It's supposed to be like a 70's type of flight with announcements over the PA and takeoff, flying, and landing can be seen through the "windows". It's neat. We were given a first beverage and it was explained to us what it was but I wasn't really listening. We were given spicy nuts. The service was great. They had a menu of crafty cocktails and mid flight there was a martini cart service. They gave us a couple cookies at the end but not enough for everyone to have one each so that was weird. And then there was an extra fee on the bill that I don't know what it was for.. And it wasn't just a small fee. Paid the bill. Left before the plane landed.

Carry On was a unique cocktail experience. The interior design was immaculate. I felt like I was flying in the 70s on a luxury airline. The staff was very entertaining. The welcome cocktails were so good. We ended up ordering those to be our main cocktails. Next time I go, I'll definitely be ordering a martini. They had "turbulence" while making the martini. It was entertaining! All of this was happening, the middle of the cabin. The staff was cheering on the person who ordered it. It was fun. I highly suggest going with a group or with one other person. You will have an amazing experience.

I think carry on lives up to the hype Here's my thoughts. From the second you "check in," you're transported- complete with turbulence, mood lighting, cute branding and cocktail carts. I went with the Captain's Club ($100/person) which includes: Welcome cocktail + snacks 3 craft cocktails of your choice 4-course tasting menu ... and IMO, it's totally worth it if you're planning on having a few drinks each. Pro tip: Do the martini service. They roll out the cart like you're in first class and shake it tableside. Food-wise, it could use some work tbh. And they are small bites so don't expect this to be a full meal. King Crab Louie - fresh + delicious Lobster Arancini - more cheese than lobster, and a little cold Oaxacan Beef Crostini - flavorful but cold bread threw it off White Chocolate Passionfruit Tart - dreamy and paired perfectly with cocktails Fave drinks: - The Vodka Drink, Pornstar Martini (from the martini cart!), Old Fashioned. But The Newgroni was a skip for me Whether you go all in with the Captain's Club or stick with general boarding ($40 for 2 guests w/ welcome drink + snack), it's a super fun, super unique night

There's not much I need to say about Carry On that hasn't been said by USA Today, the James Beard Awards or North America's 50 Best Bars. The airplane-themed bar is a one-of-a-kind experience in Phoenix, if not the country. Designed to look like the interior of a 1970s plane, Carry On's experience begins before you even open the door. After checking in at the counter, guests are allowed into the body of the plane, which is intimate, stylish and period-accurate. Servers wear groovy retro stewardess dresses, while bartenders are dressed like pilots. The "flight" goes between San Francisco and Mexico, and for the duration of your journey, you're served excellent cocktails while you look out the windows of the plane and chat with your companions. I'm partial to fruity, sweet drinks, so I love the Pink Squirrel, Blue Hawaiian and the Harvey Wallbanger. The Jungle Bird is sweet as well, but quite strong. Near the end of your 90-minute experience, the servers come around with the drink cart and make tableside martinis. I always get the Porn Star martini. The Carry On experience is not cheap, and reservations are hard to get--you have to log on at 10 a.m. Monday morning to try to get one. Also, be advised that there is virtually no food served--a small bowl of nuts at the beginning and two tiny cookies at the end. Carry On is a truly unique drink experience, and one that I recommend to everyone.

Carry On was an amazing experience that I highly recommend. I don't want to give too much away in a review because it's so much better to just reserve your seat and experience it but it was unlike many bars I've been to in recent years. My date and I paid $30/ea to reserve our spots, they're limited so pay attention to the emails! I waited in the virtual line and snagged our spot. I also want to say that this place is part of Wren & Wolf so you get 3 hours of validated parking if you use the garage right under W&W, carry on validates parking itself so you don't have to go back into W&W. The big orange doors opened right on time. We were seated closest to the door, which I thought would kinda mess with the illusion of being in the sky but once the doors close they don't open again until the experience is over. The welcome tamale was so good and flavorful as well as the honey roasted nuts they put out. Overall this was an amazing time and the money paid for our seats went towards our bill, which I was very appreciative of. 10/10 will come back once they change it up again.

Our tickets got us a welcome drink and snacks (the spicy peanuts were really good). The cocktails were delicious and the setting was cute. The VR portion could've been a bit more immersive. Also would've loved like a safety demo brief like a real plane. The bathroom was also themed as well.

Oh how I wish I could rate this more than 5 Stars! Had the best time at Carry On an immersive cocktail experience in PHX! Combining my love of travel and cocktails it was a flight I'm glad I didn't miss! Imagine yourself in first class on a jumbo jet in the 1970s. Brown leather. FAs in gogo outfits and boots. Pilots in aviators. All the comforts of first class. Combine that with modern day takes on classic cocktails and you have an experience unlike any other. Interactive screens take you on a flight from SFO-MMX in 90 minutes. The vibrations give it an actual airplane feel. Every detail made the experience that much more like being in first class. The cocktails were divine! Such a great spin on the classics and brining the 1970s to modern day. Enjoyed the city specialties as well. Peanuts and cookies were nice touches as well. I appreciated them as I like a little nibble when I drink. Everyone could not have been nicer! I haven't seen a group of people thoroughly enjoy their jobs like I did at Carry On. The whole experience was top notch! I can't recommend it enough if you're in the PHX area and are able to snag this hard to come by boarding pass!

Reservations are all online, which opens the Monday at 10am before you want to set it for and the links are sent on Sunday. It's by the tables of 2, 3, or 5 so round up or reserve multiple tables if need be (though you can contact them for parties Iarger than 6). Unlike The Trophy Room, this deposit is not applied to the final bill - this deposit does however include a welcome cocktail (not of your choosing, it's a strawberry bubbly drink), peanuts (with 2 seasonings - a plain and a Cajun one), and a shortbread cookie for each person. You'll check in with the hostess of Wolf and Wren and the reservation is a neat boarding pass where you'll go around the corner to "board the plane." A enamel pin is also included and they do validate parking in their parking structure (Two Renaissance) for 2-3 hours I can't recall. The interior is pretty spectacular and the bartenders and servers are dressed up as pilots and flight attendants. The concept goes from a domestic to international destination so for this route, it went from SFO to Mexico City. 2 main comments: -- Of all the destinations in the world, it's a bit disappointing they chose Mexico City which is right south of our border. They said they'll change destinations every year so hope there's a better change in scenery for the next journey. -- Missed huge opportunity to offer a "flight of drinks" (or even liquor from the destination i.e. tequila for Mexico City) to go with the theme. I tried suggesting it to the bartender and he kinda scoffed and said I could open my own plane bar and do it better... Drinks were decent, but I'd only come for a special occasion as this was pricy and service could be improved.

This was such a unique, one of kind experience, we absolutely loved it! My husband and I went after we had dinner at Wren & Wolf (which is fabulous fyi) that's where you check in to get your boarding pass. You sign up to receive Carry On's email notifications to join the Que for tickets, which go on sale every Monday at 10am for the following week. I had tried a few times to get tickets and it was always sold out, this time I got lucky. The process is frustrating, but it's a popular experience so I suggest just sticking with it. For $40 we purchased a boarding pass for 2 passengers. That included 2 welcome drinks, 2 bowls of peanuts (one plain and one spicy) and two short bread cookies. You also get 2 Wing pins for nostalgia. But it's really about the experience and they didn't skip any details! The flight attendants check you in and you're immediately transported back to the 60's and 70's. The plane is sleek, sophisticated, and retro! It seats about 30 passengers at tables of different sizes depending on your boarding pass. Our two top table had such an intimate vibe. The bar is at the front of the plane and the captain is the bar tender! The welcome drink was a tequila watermelon drink. It was actually pretty good. My husband ordered an old fashion to start and then had a Manhattan when they came around for "Martini Time!" I had a dirty martini with blue cheese olives. We both enjoyed our drinks. The drink menu is unique and on theme. They have San Francisco theme drinks and Mexico City theme drinks. We loved "Martini Time" when the flight attendants came around with the Martini carts, such a fun table side presentation like they did back then. Some might think the cocktails are on the pricier side but it's a cocktail experience so they were the price we expected. The windows of the plane were showing our actual flight from San Francisco to Mexico City the entire time, which was super cool. When we took off we flew over the Golden Gate Bridge. The seats on the plane actually vibrate and hum making you feel like you're flying and experiencing turbulence. The details of it all are what made this experience 5 stars! There are so many...The Captain comes over the speaker a few times and is very clever, the bathroom is even set up like an airplane bathroom (but much bigger,) the check comes in a passport, etc... The whole experience is 90 mins. It's a MUST do at least once!! For a date night, special occasion, night out with your bestie. We had a great time!

This place is great. The only downside is trying to get a reservation every week at 10:00 AM on a Monday, which can be really difficult for some work schedules. The inside is beautiful and definitely gives you the feeling of a being in a 70s airplane. The service was outstanding and they were on top of everything. I loved getting a welcome cocktail and seasoned nuts as soon as we sat down. Every drink we tried was delicious and all the little details were fun, like the penguin shaker that they left on the table for the martini. Even the bathroom continued the airline theme. This is definitely worth making an effort to try out if you can.

Extremely unique experience! The service is great, we got there just a few minutes late and they were so nice about it and were still able to honor our reservation. The drinks were a little strong but we don't drink much so that tells you a lot lol the experience itself is worth trying Carry On. It truly feels like you're in a first class flight. The details inside the bar are incredible, even the restroom. I would love to do this again.

This was such a fun experience! Highly recommend going for Christmas, I think it goes until December 24th. For a GNO we got the Captain's club that includes the small bites and 3 drinks. Definitely were appetizer size, but very good. Also included was a small tamale and "welcome drink". This was a spicy ginger drink, i liked it but if ginger isn't your thing you probably wouldn't. All of the servers we had were super friendly and entertaining, definitely gave the feeling of being on a plane in the 70's. If you only make one drink purchase, I HIGHLY recommend the Cane and Coffee martini. Tastes like an Andes mint. Non alcoholic, get the pomegranate martini. I can't comment on the lottery process to get the tickets since my friend did it but keep trying. Get here at least once, I can't wait to go back!

Ready for takeoff? I loved my visit to Carry On to embark on a fun new experience! The details, from the friendly servers dressed as 70s-era pilots and flight attendants to the metal toilet in the bathroom, were all planned to perfection. Our journey started a few minutes behind schedule, but once we "boarded," everything moved smoothly. Our journey took us on the San Francisco to Mexico City route, with cocktails and food that fit the atmosphere. We got started with a welcome cocktail that included tequila and some fruity flavors, as well as some seasoned nuts. My husband and I opted for the pricier Captain's Club because the regular experience was sold out, but we were glad we did. The four-course bites were small but delicious, and having the choice of three cocktails each was perfect for us to be able to try a variety of options from the unique and varied menu (especially since we were in walking distance to our Airbnb!). The Pink Squirrel was fruity with a little minty aftertaste, and the dirty martini was classic and brine-heavy just how I like it. We both ordered the White Russian as our final drink, and it wasn't at all what we expected. It wasn't creamy but instead sweet and spirit-forward. It was my least favorite that we tried, but it was a fun twist on a White Russian that leaned more espresso martini. The shortbread cookies rounded out the evening well. This was such a fun and unique experience watching the world pass by from the "windows." It was pricy, but I'd consider springing for it again when they do holiday overlays or new routes and menus.

Loved the concept! Gorgeous design! Amazing food! We went for a date night and were seated at the mini 2 top table that we didn't like - too low and too far apart. But I want to try it again with a group of girlfriends.

This was such a cool experience! It was hard to find a time to go to Carry On. We had to put an email down to get notified when times came out for the following week. We then had to jump on a site when the notification was sent out so that we could select a time. By the time we could, the only thing left was a time at 3:30 p.m. on Saturday. When you get to Carry On, you need to go to the front desk at Wren & Wolf around the corner. There, they give you your boarding pass with your information and table. Then, you wait in line by the Carry On door on the side. When it is time, someone dressed as a flight attendant came out to let us in and seat us. Since it was our first time, we got a free pin with the Carry On logo. The bar looks like an old airplane and has a mostly wood aesthetic. The light is low and there's some really cool lighting going on to set the mood. One of the coolest parts is that the windows are screens that show the city you're taking off from and then landing in. We tried the welcome cocktail and then a gin and tonic. The welcome cocktail was really tasty and I loved the gin and tonic. The bar does martini time when they bring out a cart to make dirty martinis. They were super good. Carry On is on the pricier side but I think it is worth experiencing once.

Best date night ever! We loved it! So much fun - we did the Captains Club, and it was well worth-it. The themed airplane was a blast - very detail-oriented with a fun, 1970s-specific drink menu. Food was tasty and filled us up more than we anticipated from the portion sizes. Service was friendly and helpful. Decor was perfect. If anything, I wish it would've gone for a full two hours. Three drinks included plus a "welcoming" drink. A very unique and fun night out - highly recommended!

My BFF was able to book "flight", and I'm not sure if it was worth the stress, but it was such a fun experience! I LOVED every minute of it!!! Tickets open up on the website every Monday at 10:00 am Phoenix time for flights for the following Friday through Thursday, and it was honestly like trying to get concert tickets. We both logged on prior to the tickets becoming available, and by the time they opened, she had about 500 people ahead of her and I had over 900 people ahead of me. When we finally got through, she was able to get a flight for Sunday at 9:30, but by the time I got through there were only flights at 9:30 on Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday. According to her, there were some hiccups with trying to process the transaction, as initially she booked the 3:30 flight, but had technical issues, and lost that reservation. It costed us $40 for 2 people which included a 90 minute "flight" with welcome cocktails, peanuts, and a few chocolate shortbread cookies. Our flight was from San Francisco to Mexico City. I loved the retro theme of the whole experience - all the details were on point! After checking in at the Wren & Wolf, we received our boarding passes, complete with carbon copy paper tickets. When we entered the "plane", we were seated at adorable lounge seats and watched the captains mixing and serving drinks, and the two flight attendants took orders for other drinks from the SF and Mexico themed drink menu. Drink prices are on the higher end but you are paying for the experience. Halfway through the flight, the flight attendants rolled out the martini carts and made our drinks with a lot of drama and flair. Our flight attendant was so cute and bubbly throughout the flight and making our drinks, you can't help but smile. The drinks were made in penguin shaped shakers to go with the penguin logo. The flight was an immersive experience and it was so neat! The windows have a low resolution screen that make it look like you are taking off and landing, flying over the Golden Gate Bridge and the Aztec pyramids, and the seats vibrate and make it feel like you are going up and down and flying through turbulence. They started offering a Captain's Club menu on certain flights for a 4 course light bite and 3 drinks for $100, and I'm curious what is on that menu. Maybe next time! 3 hour validated parking is available in the lot under the business building.

The only time I enjoyed turbulence! Great concept, only way it could be better is if they served food. You get peanuts & cookies, that's it. Park in the Renaissance Square Parking Garage so you can get validated at Carry On, then Check in at Wren & Wolf for your Passenger Ticket. Head around the corner of Wren & Wolf to board. You'll see the 70's orange & gold exterior. I bought the table for 5 but 2 of us could only make it, they provided us 4 drinks. Typically your number of people = number of drinks. You can buy a table of 2, 3, 4, or 5. For 5 it's $100 after tax. Tickets go out Tuesdays at 10am. They go fast. By 10:30am only that table of 5 was left. So be quick and sign up for their email alert. Overall, very fun for a date, girls night out, or even for family or a birthday. More of a novelty than a repeat experience, but if they had an entree menu I would definitely be back, or at least appetizers, it is supposed to be a private jet anyway, right? Mid flight meal please!

You have to try this at least once! Totally the coolest experience we've had at a themed bar. You do need to sign up for their mailing list to get tickets so it can take a couple tries and weeks to get a spot which go by fast. After the update of the waiting room for spots it's a little bit better. You really feel like you're on an a coast airplane and most importantly the drinks are top notch. The staff goes with the theme and they definitely play their part like the cast members at Disneyland. I don't want to spoil any of the cool parts of it, but we will definitely return again for a special occasion. As a note: the reservations also allows for capatins club which gives small derives of food throughout the flight. It was a little expensive but it does include 3 drinks of your choice plus the welcome drink. The time slot we wanted was out of regular spots so we just went for it. Drinks were delicious!

Must do if you are in Phoenix. Definitely sign up for email And book a couple weeks out. $40 gets you two welcome drinks and snacks and it's an Hour and half experience. Service was prompt and nice and had an extensive drink menu of some favorites back in the 70s. Heavily airline themed and felt like you were on a flight from San Francisco to Mexico City Mexico.

Going to the trophy room so often, I heard about carry on opening up and was DYING to go to the point I had their social media pages to notify me when they posted so I wouldn't miss it however, I FINALLY went on 10/28 which is a long time to wait but wow was it worth it. Between the amazing snacks, the stewardesses wearing my favorite fashion statements and the overall vibe of the plane!? Truly iconic. Next time I'm doing the captains club add on because I am coming back and I am enjoying every single part of it they have to offer

I loved the whole concept. Such a fun unique experience. Four stars only because of how much of a hassle it was to try and get a reservation. The interior felt like a throwback to airplane lounges from the 70's that you see in movies. I love that you could really feel the "turbulence" during the flight from San Francisco to Mexico. Small curated menu with amazing drinks and peanuts. All in all a great experience.

Such a cool spot. Reservations are not traditional and remind me more of a concert lottery system if that makes sense (reservations open up on a Monday for seats available for the following week if that makes sense). Along with your ticket, you each get a free welcome drink and peanuts as a snack. Definitely follows through with the airplane vibe with your captain announcing the flight and fun visuals out the window. There was a good selection of cocktails to choose from and they were all wonderful. Only downside was we did have a rather loud group behind us and the acoustics inside seemed to amplify them a bit, but it didn't take away from the experience too much.

As a frequent flyer, I was looking forward to this experience. Sadly, there's still middle seats on this flight. Despite being the first ones in our section, we were denied a different table. The time slots all start at the same time and the other parties, who arrived much later, were also only of 2 so it was slightly disappointing when they didn't accommodate our reasonable request. If you're seated across from each other, the chair sits much lower than the booth and makes it difficult to converse. I do appreciate mocktails being a part of the menu and the cocktails were good, but this is a one and done kind of experience.

Arrived at our reserved time. From the minute you arrive to the end of the bar is a throwback and the service ,food cocktails all on point. They have a great sense of humor and the apps are brought out in perfect sequence . The cocktails are a hand crafted delight and so delicious . Would highly recommend, this place is spot on. The background music was perfect for a by gone era. A bit on the noisy side but it mimics an airplane you can still have a conversation. If in phoenix plan ahead make the reservation.

I have had this place on my radar since I saw their first post on IG a few months back. Everything about it sounded cool, exciting, and unique so I signed up to receive a notification when reservations would open up. The grand opening was on Friday and my email came in on Thursday night. I quickly got online, picked my date, and paid my fee. For two people it came out to be about $52 and tickets sold out that same night! The day finally came (Saturday) and we checked in at Wren & Wolf. The check in lady was nice and quickly handed me our flight tickets. We then made our way over to the Carry On line and the doors opened promptly at 7:30pm. The workers kindly greeted us, stamped our tickets, gave us each a pin, and took us to our seats. There is really not a lot of space so keep in mind that if you aren't sitting in the big booths, you are sitting on the one side or at the back of the "plane" and the tables are all very close to each other. There was a welcome drink, drink menu, water, and a "safety on board" pamphlet waiting for us at our table. The windows were "closed" at that moment but they opened up as we were taking off for flight. There is no food menu here. Service started right as we took off and we placed our drink orders. We had four drinks in total. We had: One Pink squirrel cocktail- my drink One Blue Hawaiian cocktail - sisters drink One Woody cocktail - sisters drink One Pornstar martini - my drink Both the Pink Squirrel and Pornstar were delicious and I would so order them again. My sister enjoyed her Blue Hawaiian but not so much the Woody. We received complimentary peanuts and cookies as an inflight snack and they were both good snacks to have. The pilot spoke every so often on the intercom and would make some funny commentary / jokes but it was hard to hear as our flight had some very LOUD people. Service was great and the servers were attentive. Midflight consisted of them rolling out a martini cart and making the drinks on there which was cute. The inside felt very elegant and the theme was perfect. There is a bathroom on board but I didn't get a chance to check it out. Overall, we had a great time! The service was great and it was such a unique experience.

We really enjoyed our experience. Drinks and food were great. The Captain's Club was definitely worth it. Great staff! We will be back.

What an amazing concept! Although reservations are extremely limited as long as you keep an eye out it is possible to get a seat. We first got out "boarding passes" at Wren and wolf and then walked shortly around the corner to the door with the orange velvet ropes. As soon as they open they check your boarding passes and give you an airline wings pin. Inside was absolutely beautiful and they did an amazing job on the theme. The booths were very comfortable and even had a slight rumble to make it feel like you're on an actual plane. Service was amazing and so quick! As soon as we put a drink order in it came out in less than 5 minutes. All the drinks we got were so delicious. As well as the complementary welcome drink and peanuts. Once reservations are a bit easier to book I will be back!! Thank you Carry On for the experience!!

Hands-down, the best design concept for a cocktail bar in Phoenix, perhaps in the US. The reservation queue system is well organized, but difficult to grab a spot. The porn star martini drink was absolutely amazing!

My husband and I were sooo excited when we were finally able to get tickets! The tickets themselves are esthetically pleasing, but don't forget to head to Wren & Wolf to obtain them before getting in line to Carry On. The entrance is so fun and retro as well as when you are being seated. The drinks were delicious, especially the filthy martini. I think the blue-cheese olives are made in-house. I will say, we went Nov. 27 and it seemed like they were really trying to smooth out the kinks still. Which I get, I think at that time they had only been open for 2 weeks. They have a lot of potential! The cocktail waitresses were a bit nervous and seemed like they hadn't worked in that type of atmosphere before. Also, the graphics on the screens are a bit dated, I hope in the future they are able to upgrade to better quality. I'm glad we went, it was super fun! But the only time I'd go back is if a family member or friend wanted to go!

Was so excited to finally get a reservation here after checking their instagram almost daily lol When I got the email with reservations I ran! A very cool experience and a fun place for a date night or friends night out. The welcome cocktail, peanuts, and cookies were a a nice touch especially when you have to pay for the reservation up front. Service was great and it was exciting that all the servers were in character the whole time. Cocktails were good but not amazing I would expect better from a concept that only serves drinks I think they should step that up a little bit. Definitely a great experience for one time but not a place I would come consistently.

This is a very unique place and a lot of fun. I went there with a corporate group and really enjoyed it. We "flew" from San Francisco to Mexico city and enjoyed a variety of specialty drinks and snacks along the way. I highly recommend this one of a kind experience. Great for clients or a great way to start a date or to grab a night cap after.

Not your everyday place. Unique and very interesting; fun, even. My wife and I both thought it would be great for small-group or team events. Our cocktails were terrific and the house-roasted peanuts were exceptional.

I was so happy to be a passenger aboard Downtown Phoenix's newest cocktail lounge experience on its opening night. No turbulence there, and my flight was... "plane" awesome! Carry On is designed after a 1970s jumbo jet lounge and the entire place is superbly crafted to match the theme. It's very, very beautiful and the vintage vibes are definitely there. My 90-minute flight last night was headed to Mexico City and the menu and announcements were tailored around the destination, but they will offer different destinations in the future. I also loved all the subtle humoristic touches. You'll get actual personalized passenger tickets prior to boarding (hint: you do have to wait outside after collecting your tickets from the front desk at Wren & Wolf. Depending on the weather, it can be a bit cold. Warning others because it was quite chilly waiting for the door to open - you cannot get inside until the exact time of your reservation). The seats vibrate upon take off and landing and occasionally throughout the experience. The windows are video screens where you can enjoy different views throughout the flight. There is an in-flight martini cart. You'll even get your Carry On wings at the end. I know the opening was a bit messy, with many delays and website glitches that left many disappointed. Many of us incurred credit card charges when our reservations would error out online. The business promptly corrected all this - my credit card charges were gone within 24 hours. I trust that this was a one-time issue and they will iron out all the website issues and reservations will be much smoother in the future. The experience itself was top notch and everything was put together very neatly - and again, I went on the first night they opened, so they were definitely prepared and ready. The staff was very friendly. The only thing that would prevent me from becoming a frequent flyer is that it's a bit pricey. You can reserve booths of different sizes depending on the size of your party, starting at $40 for a table for 2 (which lands you at $50 once fees and taxes are added). You do get a welcome drink (delicious), a mid-flight treat (very tasty, and they gave us a free refill), and some really nice parting cookies. Beyond that, the drinks will come in addition to what you paid for the reservation. You can park for free in the garage by Wren & Wolf. Just remember to have them validate your parking ticket.

Another awesome bar from Pretty Decent Concepts. Great attention to detail, delicious drinks and a fun/unique experience. The wait staff was very friendly and attentive. The drinks are a little pricey but you're paying for the ambience and they're different than ones you would find at a regular bar with very unique ingredients. It took us a while to get reservations but with how small the bar is, it makes sense. But I love the intimate vibe, I can't wait to see what they come up with next! Maybe a spaceship bar haha

Such a cute, aesthetically pleasing bar. Getting a reservation is a sport; but once you secure one it's worth it. All of the drinks were soooooo good and the service was great! It's a 90 min experience and it's perfect for date night!

This was an amazing experience. The service was top notch. So much fun! We will be back for sure!highly recommend!

The Carry on experience was pretty good. It was much, much smaller than I expected especially since it says it's the inside of a plane. It only has 8 2 person tables and 3 bench seats that can hold 6 and maybe squeeze 8. Not what I had thought at all. It is an interesting experience but the hype is all that just hype. When you enter the lottery and it says wait 45min and there are hundreds of people waiting, I also say that is not accurate they are just trying to create a panic....fun but not worth the time I spent to try to get into it. Would not go back.

What an enjoyable evening, experiencing the unique 70's style of the aircraft and stewardess at Carry On. Would definitely recommend you checking this place out.

Very cool experience! I love a good theme. My friend had told me about this place & I was enticed - so I signed up for the notifications to know when to sign up for the waitlist. I clicked on the link at 10am exactly when it opened & still had to wait half an hour to get my turn to choose my reservation- only a handful of times were left available. A table for 3 is around $50 something & there are no refunds. They do call a couple of days before the reservation to confirm your party. On the night of, we decided to eat at Wren & Wolf (where you check in & get your "boarding pass" for Carry-on). The actual entrance is outside & around the corner. There were maybe a couple dozen people there total. Upon entering we got our boarding pass stamped & they gave us souvenir wing pins. The seating in the small aircraft themed bar was spacious & comfortable, service was great, drinks on point, & was just enough time to enjoy the experience. I liked how the plane windows move - as if you were flying & the seats vibrate a little, just like in a plane. The noise level wasn't too bad, we were able to chat without having to yell. They do go around with a martini cart to make custom drinks, but my fave that night was the Harvey Wallbanger. The reservation also came with a tequila & guava drink, which was also delicious. This is not a place you go to as your "spot", but more of a special occasion/date venue.

The COOLEST bar in AZ!!! I've been SO excited to check out Carry On ever since they first announced it. Getting tickets was a bit of a challenge, but definitely worth the wait! The space is small, so it makes sense that tickets sell out fast since they can only accommodate so many. When we arrived, everyone was super friendly and attentive. You really feel like you're in first class on a flight. The drinks were simple but crafted to perfection, and the whole theme was unlike anything I've experienced at any other bar. Time flew by, but we were so happy to have had the chance to experience it. I can't recommend Carry On enough!

It was a fun experience. Had to drink fast as we arrived late. Got a package with drinks and appetizers. Overall it was nice with good drinks.

We were invited to a birthday party here. It was such an amazing experience. I highly recommend doing this. I don't want to give too much away, because it will be fun for you to be surprised. I'll post a few pictures for you.