Vlad V.
Yelp
I had tickets to see a performance at the Chandler Center of the Arts on a Thursday evening, so I was looking for somewhere close by for a bite to eat before the show. I hopped on the trusty Yelp app and came across Spirit House. When I saw "Star Wars themed bar," that's all I needed to go. I parked in the parking garage a few minutes away on foot. Spirit House is located in the heart of downtown Chandler, so it can be a busy area.
Ambiance (4/5): This is a good-looking bar, although a small one. The circular bar is in the center, with a couple of tables on the outside and also on the patio. I sat at the bar. They have bar stools without back support, which I'm never a fan of, but on a good note, outlets under the bar. There is some Star Wars decor here and there, but I was expecting more. The Star Wars highlight for me was when someone ordered a smoky old-fashioned, the bartender donned a Mandalorian helmet for a few seconds. Epic! O, and they also have free WiFi, which is always a plus.
Service (4/5): The staff, including the bartender, were friendly. I had to grab their attention here and there, but overall, solid.
Drinks (4/5): Spirit House has a nice list of craft cocktails, with an emphasis on whiskey. I'm not a whiskey drinker, but they still had plenty of options for me. Any spot that has creative cocktails is a winner in my book.
Food (2/5): Here's where things fell apart a bit. The menu mostly consists of appetizers, pizzas, and sandwiches. I went with the Nashville nuggets, which are essentially chicken nuggets with a kick. They're also served with fries. The nuggets were crispy and flavorful. The fries were also crispy and well-seasoned. The problem was the nuggets were drenched in oil. To the point that they were swimming in oil. It ended up being such a heavy meal that I had stomach problems that night. And the day after. This is a rare occurrence for me. Pat down the nuggets at least!
Without the misteps and more Star Wars, this could be a five-star in my book.