Valley Bar

Love the atmosphere. Good music gets played here. This is also hidden in between an alley. However, service can be very slow especially when there’s only 2 people on the bar who can take orders for both food and drinks and there’s a long wait sometimes to order and get your orders. It would be good if there was a waiter to make it faster.

I attended Barflies event and had a great time! Unique venue and worth a visit if you’re in downtown Phoenix. Tasty cocktails with a story behind each name. Didn’t try any food; bartender service was slow with little eye contact nor friendly bantering. Customer service is lacking across all industries; maybe the lack of consistent friendly service is we are living in apathetic times….

Valley bar is both a concert venue and a cool bar. It’s in the basement of a building. For the bar, this is one of those places you could and should go to for date night. It’s got a cool vibe and the Saturday I was there, the DJ in the bar might have been better than the ones in the concert venue. It had a great vibe. The concert venue is a smaller venue but I’ve seen multiple artists now there and it’s got quite good sounds and is an intimate gathering. That’s one of the things I like most about it, you feel like you and a few friends are at the concert together. It’s really nice. Bars are located in the concert venue and the ‘bar’ area. The only down side to the whole experience is the alley you walk down to get there. It actually adds to the allure of the place for me but can be a bit unsavory at certain times of year. Once inside though, it’s a great safe space. They normally have security out front checking ID’s and wanting people down with metals detectors.

This was the second time that I've been to Valley Bar. I go to dance and have a good time. The vibe is 🔥 and fun. It gets very busy there. I love that they have plenty of air coolers throughout the room because there are always lots of bodies! They play the hottest hits to dance to.

Went for a LOLO Ella Red Concert. To be honest we had a hard time finding it. Going down an alley we see a red light over a door advertising Valley Bar. Going in we head down a flight of stairs to this basement to wait for the concert to start.... Honestly I couldn't think of a better atmosphere. The vibe was amazing we had so much fun. looking for other events to attend

What a cool bar! I have to say the minute I walked into this place I just love the vibe. While finding it was initially a challenge, it just added to the whole experience. Getting inside and exploring, made me want to live a whole lot closer to this place

Always a fun place and chill to hang out. Concerts here are good too. I saw Bob Log last year and had a fun time

We went to see "The Rocket Summer" after a few years of missing tours. It was an incredible show, he hasn't lost a step. Loads of encores and all of our favorites from way back when :) the enjoyment was intensified due to the venue. Tucked back in an urban alley between some of Phoenix few actual buildings, you can suspend belief for a bit and imagine it's a real city and not just the world's largest collection of tract home suburbs! The bar and venue are down a set of stairs and if the tiny sign wasn't there it would have a very speakeasy feel. Just dark enough and exactly the right noise level for a great night out with friends. I would have enjoyed it even if we hadn't been there for one of our favorite acts. Can't yet speak on food or the games as we didn't have time to enjoy the rest of their cavernous offerings. The sound and the folks managing it knew exactly how to perfectly utilize the space. I certainly hope to return.

Checked out Valley Bar for the first time a few weeks ago for a Battle of the Bands heald by We Make Noise! It's tucked away down an alley in downtown Phoenix. Security check out front, but easy process. Once permitted entry, you head down some stairs where you can enter I believe The Rose Room, more of a sit down experience or the venue space. You can get tickets online, but also at the door if available. We did not get to check out The Rose Room this time, but their cocktail menu, Arizona and historical figures inspired, looked great, so hope to return. We were in the venue space though that had a bar on one side, with pretty affordable options. Nothing crazy in the cocktail range, but reasonable considering. Volume is definitely bumping. The space was divided in two this evening, as one half was for 21 and under, while the larger half with the bar was for 21 and up. It was a super fun show and I would definitely return for another one in the future. Only one bathroom option for the venue itself (that I saw as a part of the space was blocked off inside), which is outside by the second check in or common area between the two spaces. I am sure the Rose Room has more, but can't speak on it, so I am sure lines could get long if that is the only option, but luckily we did not have any issues. Definitely will be back!

If you ask to refill the water they will cut you off. It's all about making sure customer are hydrated, unless your busy or to cool. Other than that cool area very local and Amazing DJ sets lined up always excited to dance. Aj Cruz sets of DJs always provide a good time.

Was it my favorite venue around? No, but it exceeded several venues for me. Had I gotten there when the lights were already turned low, I may have felt differently. With the lights on, it did, it felt like a jam spot of many young artists I knew in my youth. And it is a basement, however that doesn't mean it isn't accessible for those who may need an alternative way in. I presume you just let the venue know and they'll make it happen for you, if needed. It appread as though they are likely pretty accomodating. I have this thing about basements that I have been fortunate to avoid during most of my time out here in AZ... and with the lights on, that "thing" was activated. It subsided when the AC kicked on and the lights were turned low and all in all, I will pay more attention to who plays here. The sound? On point. I was upclose but it sounded balanced and great for me. I tend to be sensitive to overly "loud"... the chatting of the room disrupted my nervous system while we waited for who I went to see to start. Once the music started, I felt relief.. The bar area is a chique area with plenty of room and places to sit. I was surprised at how big it was, actually. I don't drink and was sad that I didn't notice food options, though I didn't ask. When I opened the little booklet I was thrilled to see mocktails. Like, interesting ones that piqued my interest. However, by the time she came around, they'd opened the doors so I skipped it. While in the performance area (idk what to call it), they had another bar inside, although I believe I heard him mention he didn't have the same mocktails as they had at the bar, but again, I didn't ask and just skipped it... One of the other attendees mentioned the non-alcoholic Dos Equis she was drinking being decent. I asked if it hit the beer taste and she responded letting me know she squeezed lime all up in it. Being a beer drinker, if I do drink, it's nice to have the option for such a thing... but being a beer drinker, when I do drink, I am going to make a judgement call, knowing myself, and assume it wouldn't hit the "mark"... but again, stellar that it's an option. They do have booze at the bar as well for all you lushes j/k. The entrance is in the alley, behind the front where the address is listed. They can't be held responsible for the odor of that alley, but if you're going before they're open for a show, you're likely gonna think you're in the wrong spot and you might catch a scent of others who've traveled that alley. The neon sign isn't illuminated when it's closed, which makes perfect sense. Oh, I just added a star back, which I deducted based on my basement trauma... I had questions leading up to the show and they responded much quicker than I would have expected, if I even expected a response at all? Win on that one, thank you for good etiquette and manners!

Just go past the dumpsters and you're in a private world of literature, music, spirits and conversation. We suspending here after a show to wait out the surge pricing on Uber/Lyft and I am glad my friend showed me this place. Felt like I was at the best house party but instead the drinks are well crafted. The DJ was in his own world which was its own show. And don't forget to check out the library for a couple minutes of quiet.

Awesome bar! If you're in town you should check this out. They offer a variety of local drinks and have their own twist on some cocktail favorites. The space is impressive, it's underground and has a a hidden library to relax and enjoy if you can find it, wink, wink. They also have a great amount of games to play while you wait for your food or show to begin. If you're into pool this is the spot for you! They have 2 tables and change on hand if you need to break a dollar. Definitely give this spot a look if you trying to find something new.

This is a very cool, and probably one of my favorites downtown. I usually get an amaretto sour, which has yet to disappoint. Be warned, it definitely is a little odd trying to find this place, so don't be alarmed or anything when you descend down into the basement. I like the music and generally the atmosphere is pretty quiet, except when it gets super busy on weekends. Overall, this is a fun bar and I hope to visit again soon.

I like this place. I've been a couple times now. It's relatively big. 3 rooms. 2 bars. A game area with pool and shuffle board. An area with some booths. I like the main dance area. The dj has always been fun to dance to.

Great speakeasy vibe. Love the rotating stuff behind the screens above the bar The DJ was rocking it! Had great bar service and no food. But if you're looking to experience some cool vibes visit.

What rad little local place this is. It's underground and fantastic to descend into. Alison is very fun, and an excellent bartender! She is also very very aware of her bar and handles high volume crowds with a super hero like ease. Thank you for my back to back cosmos Alison, you make this space upbeat, welcoming and awesome! Noah has also been very very great at making the best Cosmopolitan with his special energy being infused with it! Thank you Noah! OLIVIA tho OMG : what a wonderful soul! She has a loving respect for others and makes us feel included and attended to. I'm grateful for our talks about Mexico and respecting the man generations that came before. Thank you Valley Bar for hiring people like Olivia! She's a sorceress!

I really really wanted to like this bar, however, the bartender in this picture was just so aloof and unresponsive that I just didn't even want to be there. There are plenty, and I mean plenty of bars in the area that make you feel far more welcome than this employee. But on drink was good but I probably won't be back

Underground and interesting bar for live concerts. They had this wonderful projection on top of the main bar. The place is cold so make sure to bring a sweater. Beers (canned $8 plus tax) were a little overpriced but you expect that from a big city...the service was good. I enjoyed a wonderful concert by Danielle Ponder and the sound was top notch.

What A Vibe! I have zero complaints for the bar after only going one time. I came in October with my girlfriend and she picked out this bar for us to come to on the first night and we have a blast. One side is a regular bar, and another side that opens up at a certain time each night is more of a club type vibe. It was two dope ass female DJ's when we went , and killed it. The crowd was great and so were the drinks . See Yall Again Soon!

Food is so so. I recommend going there for the atmosphere, music and vibe with great drinks. Be patient with the service.

COOLEST BAR EVER. Worth going to experience!! The decor inside is sooooo fun and so are the drinks!! I love that it's not on the main street- speakeasy like. It was super fun! The bartenders were all phenomenal. Go check it out for yourself and you'll be happy you did :)

Staff randomly kicked me out. Trying to level ratio of male to female patrons. Security guard Fabian tried to physically intimidate me and threatened me. If this happens again I will document and press charges

I came here a few times before COVID and loved it - for both shows and drinks in the Rose Room. Out of all the spots in downtown Phoenix that failed, I was happy to see this one made it - and seems to be fully rebounded based on the crowd when I visited last Saturday. I'm not one of the late night dance crowd types - I'm first shift, basically. I was here most recently for an event (Neil Hamburger). We popped into the Rose Room for a drink prior to the show. I was well pleased with the additions to the menu since I was here last - including my favorite drink in the world - a Calpirinha (de Reuben). I rarely ever see them on bar menus in Phoenix. Theirs was very tasty, but a bit more sweet than it needed to be. Bar service was excellent - friendly, prompt and observant. I played a round of skee ball, but the game didn't keep score so it was more like a round of toss. The event was honestly a bit uncomfortable. The room was FREEZING, and I had expected it to be warm, so I really froze. That, combined with the plastic, tightly packed folding chairs, made the experience less than pleasant. People got up and down a lot too (maybe because of the two reasons above) and given how tight the seats were, it became a real distraction. I even got up three times, which is rare for me. I just needed to warm up with the dryer in the bathroom! I'm guessing this was just because so many people wanted to see America's Funnyman Mr. Hamburger that they just kept adding seats until they hit the limit. And it is better to be freezing than sweating in Phoenix! But the chairs... those were from hell. I will of course be back again, if only for the Calpirinha de Reuben!

Valley Bar is cool! I love spending time here for casual drinks and pool with friends. Their basement is a pretty nice concert venue too, I've been a few times to see my friend's band play and it's always a good time. Love the wall art, vintage furniture, and the chill vibes especially on weeknights when it's less busy.

One of the coolest bars in Phoenix. Great vibes and incredible drinks. Stay away from Barcoa Agaveria!!!

We opted to embark on the 4 hour round trip to Phx to attend a Sunday performance of the overnight R&B sensation, Danielle Ponder, at the Valley Bar. The concert also had a solo warmup performer, Tru Vonne, who was funny, engaging with the audience, and talented. With a start time of 7:30pm and doors opening at 7p for this general admission show, we decided to arrive at 6pm, find street parking (which we did!) and then relax at one of the half-dozen classy restaurants within a block's walk. There's at least one public garage within 2 blocks too. We headed down the alley where the bar's entrance was (note: it's down the alley off of Central and then around a bend, so you won't see the door/signage from Central at all. The alley had an instant and overpowering smell of stale urine causing my companion to pull her shirt over her nose during that 2-min walk. There was security at the entrance and throughout the venue - all were pleasant. We reached the bottom of the very stairs (no bannister so she had to hold my shoulder while stepping down in heels) and were surprised to see the stage doors still closed (7:15p) and a line of about 30 people winding inwards towards the other half of the bar/billiards area. This bar/billiards area is open much earlier and an ideal place to hang if you're really early, with both bar/stools and booths to relax in. Doors opened minutes later and the first dozen or so grabbed the only two high-tops in the venue, located at the very back. Around each small high-top were 5-6 metal stools. The rest of the venue is, like many intimate clubs, simply open / standing room only. There's a 6-inch wide shelf about elbow height that runs along the entire back wall. This is where the rest of the early birds migrated and set their drinks. We wanted to be able to approach the stage once Ms. Ponder came on, so we took up a small footprint along the shelf/wall close to the stage. There's a small interior bar that handles both cash and credit cards. The drinks menu is modest (roughly 20 options, including cocktails and beers) but, oddly, there were no prices (see pic). When I inquired, the bartender said the prices vary... as in, depending on the show! She didn't even know the cost of each item until punching it in the register. Tonight a can of craft beer was $8 and a plastic cup of craft draught was $7.50. A bit steep, generally, but I suppose ok for a club trying to supplement the $25 concert ticket haul. Bathrooms are easily accessed in the billiards/bar area and are (reasonably) clean for a club. Note: there are no paper towels anywhere and napkins are hard to come by, so maybe bring some wipes or something. A nice touch is self-serve water coolers with small cups, both midway and at the back of the concert area. Acoustics are very good - loud but crisp. Only one bad reverb occurred and, unfortunately, during Ponder's achingly soulful cover of "Creep" by Radiohead. The venue was full but not at all uncomfortably, probably at 3/4 capacity (est 200 hundred attendees) and incredibly diverse.. and so polite/friendly too (no doubt a testament to the artist). Our only wish was for more high tops (in the back of course) and paper towel dispensers in the washrooms. Exiting the alley around 10pm and walking to our car, about two blocks away, was uneventful. We arrived home around midnight and got just enough sleep to start our Monday work week. Props to Valley Bar for landing Danielle Ponder. Next time around, she'll probably only be in a much larger venue.

This was a great bar! It is located in an alleyway so a little hard to find but once you go down the stairs it's very cool with lots of art on the walls and multiple little areas including a dance floor with a DJ and a pool table. I had a lot of fun there and the music was good.

friend was kicked out at 11:58pm on new years. i'm more drunk than him, he was literally just dancing. feels homophobic. spent $60 each to be here for this lame party. went across the street and they agreed he wasn't too intoxicated. felt like a power trip by the lame bouncer. ruined our new years, putting a curse on his whole bloodline mf. watch out.

Love valley bar !! Truly a piece of PhX you don't want to miss when in the area. I think their staff and overall vibe is pretty great ! I will definitely be back !!

I always like going to Valley Bar. It's a little more of a grungy / dive bar type of a place, located in an alley so it might be hard to locate if you've never been. Solid place to pop in for drinks if you're in the area - it's pretty low-key in my opinion, but can definitely get crowded at night on the weekends. Fun wall art, vintage furniture, dim lighting. Nice spot for an intimate date night or chill outing with friends. Decent cocktail and beer selection. I haven't had food here but they do have a small menu of food items you can order from. There's also pool, shuffleboard and lounge type seating in the back area. They also hold concerts here which are fun - typically smaller names and/or local artists is what I've seen. It's not the most fancy or sophisticated of venues but I really enjoy how intimate of a setting the concert space is which makes for a good show.

Good music, great food, cool decor, and most of all outstanding management! Security is excellent too.

So off the beaten path we almost couldn't find it. Luckily we followed a group of people who looked like they were ready to have a good time into an alley, where we found the entrance to valley bar. The space was tight and the drinks were flowing. I loved how there was a big underground dance floor where you could let loose without feeling judged. 10/10 would come back again any night.

Alexis was absolutely amazing and accommodating. I hurt my knee this week but I still wanted to come see a show. She helped me around and made sure I was doing well. Another gentlemen, that I didn't get his name, was so kind and even checked in on me making sure I was comfortable (Alexis, if you see this, tell management who was at the door with you please!) One of the bartenders even gave me a washcloth full of ice so I could ice my knee while watching the show. Phil was amazing on our way out. It was a great experience and I will definitely be back!

Hi had a really good time here. The atmosphere was cool, the drinks were good and the food was just enough. After a few wrong turns and asking a few people for directions, we made it to this hidden basement bar... that's the point. It's a hidden bar. After you descend a flight of stairs, you walk into a bar reminiscent of a 1920's speakeasy (I imagine). At 8PM on a Friday night, there was plenty of seating. The waitress was extremely attentive and we never had to work hard to get her attention. Dimly lit, there are high tops, booths, and bar seating. All choices were available. Walk further into the back and there are video games, ski ball, and assorted board games. If you want to grab a group of friends or just a date, there is no shortage of things to do. This night, the music featured nothing but hiphop and R&B, something difficult to find here in Phoenix. The menu was basic Mexican style bar food, so it's not really primed for dinner. You may want to eat ahead of time if you're looking for a balanced meal. I really enjoyed my time here and looking forward to visiting many times in the future.

I have been quite a few times in the last few years. Went again a couple weeks ago for an advertised event and it was dead. Every time I've gone it is felt weird and unsafe. And it has nothing to do with going through an alley. I quite enjoy that part. Idk vibes have been off every time I've gone but don't let that stop you if you on guard.

WEAK DRINKS. RUDE STAFF. That once ambient basement atmosphere with the cool diorama over the bar no longer feels chill and relaxed, and that is because their delicious and expensive drinks no longer have full/authentic shots of booze. My partner had two of his regular mixed drinks with call liquor. At home, he measures precisely, but he still feels it. After two at Valley Bar, he felt nothing at all. And the same for me. I had a vodka shot immediately followed by a vodka soda (also with call liquor), and roughly 30 minutes later, I repeated that because I felt nothing and thought I was nuts. But the second round also felt like nothing. We watched the bartenders pour, and they used flared shot glasses for a measured pour. My husband noticed immediately the bartender under-poured the shot, and if this place is marrying rail bottles with call bottles that could amount to a half or three quarters shot of 60 or 70 proof, depending on how cheap they're being. Anyway...long rant about some petty sh**, but we used to love kicking back at Valley Bar, and one or two cocktails were perfect. You won't feel that nice relaxing atmosphere, and you definitely won't get your money's worth if you go there. This is a legitimate complaint. Most people go to bars to drink.

i came here for the first time tonight, it's kinda hard to find, then you go down some stairs and you walk into a cute chill underground bar, the lights are dim and it's a bit intimate if you bring a significant other, the customer service was lovely from the 3 workers i interacted with, my first bar didn't disappoint , the music choice was perfect

Post-Quarantine review: 9/20/21 It's great to be back Valley bar! This has been one of my beloved spots for an old fashioned Manhattan for almost over 10 years. I love the speakeasy vibe and the culture here. As well as the general atmosphere and the inclusiveness. But it is fun and easily accessible. In downtown Phoenix right off of Van Buren and central. Changes are inevitable but it's best to embrace! People come and go but I love the atmosphere as I stated earlier. Drinks are delicious! Support Local AZ! Wondering if you should stop by? Yes definitely do!! Weekends are the best (even a Sunday night) but a weekday drink after work never hurt anyone! (Please don't drink and drive!)

Phoenix speakeasy that you can access through an alleyway. Nice decor. Billiards and shuffleboard were available

How it has taken me this long to make it to Valley Bar I do not know, but I'm glad I finally did. This is more about Valley Bar as a music venue instead of a bar, but we had a good experience. As others have mentioned, parking can be tricky so be prepared. There are a few meters on the surrounding streets but don't count on them. There is also a garage on Adams if you drive. The entrance is in the alleyway behind Cornish Pasty Co. and our IDs were checked immediately upon entrance. We headed down a flight of stairs and got our will call tickets and wristbands. The music hall is on the smaller size but we still had a decent amount of room to move around. This show had a separate section for those who are underage. I don't think the show was sold out but I didn't feel packed in like sardines which was nice. There is a bar in the music hall and they have a jug of water on the side which was nice. Then next door is another room with a bar and space to hang out. For being a basement bar I thought the sound quality was pretty solid. It was a fun show and a seamless experience getting in and out. I would definitely return for another show!

Fine, but Pre-Covid patrons should know the vibe is very different now. Used to be hip, funky, & upscale place to meet interesting, eccentric people. It's more of a true dive bar now. Library blocked by a DJ table. Lots of unironically saggy, ripped jeans and threadbare screen print tees. Dropped by with a friend tonight. Stayed for about 5 minutes. I'm guessing Valley Bar's former patrons have migrated over to the Vault at Wren & Wolf.

Super happening place with a chill yet HIP atmosphere. I like the the feeling of being underground in a secret cavern being served by super attentive staff. I wish we had a place like this in Las Vegas. They're not putting basements in Vegas...none.

Came here a few weeks ago and was not feeling it at all. The music was decent, but it smelled so badly of BO inside and there was drinks all over the floor. I ended up leaving after about 10 minutes because I was not enjoying the atmosphere.

Walking through Valley Bar I felt like I was in a 90's movie, but in a good way! Cool dive/speakeasy/basement vibe. I especially liked the diorama shadows projected above the bar. It's a great element that you don't see often

There was a line at the bar, but it moved pretty quickly. Fun vibe with good music. Really enjoyed all the game options. They could likely hire someone to pick up cups and clean up spills, but it is a bar so.... Parking isn't great- uber to this one. Next time we are going to enjoy a band here.

Pretty cool vibe with a very interesting bar decor. Love the board games, live event/music, pool and other table games. Staff was nice and the prices were good. Over all a cool vibe. Kinda hard to find the entrance so make sure to go thru the alley to find this in the back.

Great small venue to see bands with loyal followers. Good food service, was pretty fast and reasonable price. Beers are not over the top on pricing. Only issue is it's a little chilly in the theater area, I have to remember to bring a sweater (or buy merch which does support the band!)

Always one of my favorite relaxing lounges when I'm downtown. No music on tap the night I came but Monday's is pretty laid back and it's Game Night... aka all the games are free. 2 pool tables, 2 skeeball machines that allow you to challenge one another, darts, a variety of board games and when working (wasn't that night) a multi-vintage video game machine. And yes, it has the classics so I'm probably dating myself, but still cool!! When I'm out, it's all about the vibe. This place has a chilled vibe everytime I come and lends itself to some great "basement bands". It's what I'm looking for when I'm with local friends or entertaining those visiting from out of town. The bar has some good drinks and the bartenders are friendly when it's not slammed by making conversation and keeping "my cup full". I've been when bands have performed and holding conversations can be a bit challenging, but at that point, no one really cares. If you're bringing a small group of friends, try to snatch up one of the couches or a booth but also feel free to just mingle with people as that's how we should all go about meeting new friends.

Finding this bar can be a little tricky as it's entrance is in an alley, but it's so worth it! This is definitely one of the most unique bars I've been to. First, it's underground. It has an artsy vibe with antique style decor, cool art displays and paintings, and very dim lighting. Plenty of seating at the bar, as well as individual tables and booths. There's also games in the back of the bar, including darts, ski-ball, and pool tables. Drinks were good. Staff were friendly. Great spot for date night or larger groups!

As a speakeasy kind of bar, it was fun to find and visit. Service was great! Drinks were good and food not bad for a bar. It didn't break the bank, which was nice. We went early (7ish) on a Friday night so it wasn't crowded. Overall, recommend checking it out.

What a fun place to catch a concert Staff is great Safe place to party, or just chill with friends!

Great drinks at reasonable prices, a huge selection of acts you can see playing live and the bar food is great as well! Would recommend to any of my friends.

Cool underground happening place to mix, mingle hang out and be seen. Yes, the alley entrance is not so fragrant but once you descend the long stairs down you enter a great venue! Lots of places try for the correct balance of decor music and vibe, but the Valley Bar just gets it right in one! Great mix of people, different ages and the best music mix going. Depeche Mode, Pet Shop Boys and David Bowie were enticing me to the dance area. I liked the correct amount of seedy and rave feel mixed with the pumping music, video screen and dancing crowds. I felt like I was back in my university days in the best possible way.

Really great venue, appetizers and cocktails! We had to go through a back door and loved the vibe. They have a hanging mobile projected on the wall. Amazing venue.

Been to Valley bar for years and it was always a good destination, I would bring people there, friends and family visiting the valley.. not no more. The security people there absolutely sucks, I was having a great time, dancing .. This bald guy from the security crew approached me and said I had to go, I asked him why, didn't gave me an explanation, took my beer and walked me out forceful.. You cant dance at a bar? What a fucking joke. Do not visit this place if you want to have a good time..

When they advertised incorrectly, then KC is inappropriate about it, good to see they got their shit together.