The Captain’s Cabin, tucked beside Hula’s near 7th Street and Camelback in midtown Phoenix, is a hidden tiki gem where a late ’40s Tahitian sailor’s bar meets modern-day craft cocktail culture. Open only Thursday through Saturday evenings, guests enter through a whimsical “porthole” door and are transported into a cozy, nautical-inspired lounge anchored by Captain David, who crafts both classic tiki drinks and inventive rum-forward creations with precision. On our visit, we sampled one of the menu cocktails and also asked for an “off-menu” creation—both expertly balanced and beautifully made. A highlight was *The Wench*, a bold and layered cocktail built with Amaro Montenegro, Wray & Nephew Overproof Rum, Velvet Falernum, Dry Curaçao, lime, pineapple, and Angostura syrup. With its playful yet intimate setting, friendly service, and light bites available from Hula’s, The Captain’s Cabin is the perfect spot for catching up with friends, a fun date night, or even a solo adventure at the bar.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Daanon DeCock
The small but mighty Tiki bar. Captain Dave runs the show single-handed and makes it all worthwhile. The rum selection is fantastic for being such a small bar.
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Jasmine Hegman
David is amazing! Wonderful drinks, super talented, awesome conversation. A holy Grail of tiki spots at least while David is bartending
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Mariah Bona
Oh captain my captain. David is the bartender of the year. There are 22 people in this bar and David is holding down the fort as the solo tender like it’s nobody’s business. Can’t wait to come back!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Donna Hill
The natural wood walls and ceiling makes it Smell so good inside (like palo santo-in case you are a spiritual person, you will get the reference) Our captain, a.k.a. Bartender was super friendly. It is a rum bar, but they can make you other drinks as well
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Jeremy Wiley
Small but quaint and absolutely delicious drinks! Love captain David!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Eleanor M. Jones
O captain my captain 🫡 can't wait to return soon
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Mark Sumby
2 bartenders are needed ... otherwise expect to have just one drink
Atmosphere: 4
Service: 3
J A
My man Capt Dave is synonymous w/the Cabin. True Professional.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Tipsy Pixie
it's little and cozy, maybe 25ish seats - excellent cocktails by Captain Dave and just like it's name, it feels like you're in a Captain's Cabin .... Great ambiance! Highly recommend
We left Tiki Oasis to try this Tiki Bar and we did the right thing! Small bar location right to the left of Hula's Tiki Uptown, this 25 or so seat bar is off the charts! Every drink is creative and expertly executed. The bartenders here are a cut above, and every detail is elevated. We had a Painkiller and a Three Dots & a dash and both were some of the best cocktails we have ever had. Strongly recommend this unique place.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Derek Schinke
Don't let its association with Hula's Modern Tiki dissuade you. This place is the real deal. Amazing drinks, fantastic service, great conversation with the bartender. This is the true tiki experience in Phoenix. Will definitely return.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Hāden Newhouse
I first heard about the Captain’s Cabin from my dad, who (like myself) had never visited before; despite that we had eaten at Hula’s next door once. Last weekend we stopped by, and let’s just say we were NOT disappointed!
Having it been my first time in a tiki bar, I had a very pleasant experience! The bar is very small and intimate, but very cozy in terms of the atmosphere. There’s tons of cool pieces of art and tchotchkes scattered throughout the bar, and service was great! I saw another review that mentioned how this is considered a speakeasy and honestly that’s the best way to describe it.
Keep in mind that there is no food here, only drinks - so I would highly recommend swinging by Hula’s if you get hungry! Besides that they have such a huge variety of interesting mixed drinks and cocktails. I had a Mai Tai while my dad tried the Zombie. Mine was a bit on the stronger side, but nonetheless delicious and refreshing! I love how they provided plenty of mint sprigs to snack on as a garnish. All in all I was very happy with my experience, and can’t wait to return soon! Highly recommend checking them out for a truly unique tiki bar experience!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Emma Geurts
Captain David was the highlight of our night! Very experienced bartender, friendly, and made the whole experience a great one. Will definitely be back!
John Upton
Fantastic experience!! Definitely would recommend!
The Captain’s Cabin, tucked beside Hula’s near 7th Street and Camelback in midtown Phoenix, is a hidden tiki gem where a late ’40s Tahitian sailor’s bar meets modern-day craft cocktail culture. Open only Thursday through Saturday evenings, guests enter through a whimsical “porthole” door and are transported into a cozy, nautical-inspired lounge anchored by Captain David, who crafts both classic tiki drinks and inventive rum-forward creations with precision. On our visit, we sampled one of the menu cocktails and also asked for an “off-menu” creation—both expertly balanced and beautifully made. A highlight was *The Wench*, a bold and layered cocktail built with Amaro Montenegro, Wray & Nephew Overproof Rum, Velvet Falernum, Dry Curaçao, lime, pineapple, and Angostura syrup. With its playful yet intimate setting, friendly service, and light bites available from Hula’s, The Captain’s Cabin is the perfect spot for catching up with friends, a fun date night, or even a solo adventure at the bar.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
The small but mighty Tiki bar. Captain Dave runs the show single-handed and makes it all worthwhile. The rum selection is fantastic for being such a small bar.
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
David is amazing! Wonderful drinks, super talented, awesome conversation. A holy Grail of tiki spots at least while David is bartending
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Oh captain my captain. David is the bartender of the year. There are 22 people in this bar and David is holding down the fort as the solo tender like it’s nobody’s business. Can’t wait to come back!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The natural wood walls and ceiling makes it Smell so good inside (like palo santo-in case you are a spiritual person, you will get the reference)
Our captain, a.k.a. Bartender was super friendly. It is a rum bar, but they can make you other drinks as well
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Small but quaint and absolutely delicious drinks! Love captain David!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
O captain my captain 🫡 can't wait to return soon
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
2 bartenders are needed ... otherwise expect to have just one drink
Atmosphere: 4
Service: 3
My man Capt Dave is synonymous w/the Cabin. True Professional.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
it's little and cozy, maybe 25ish seats - excellent cocktails by Captain Dave and just like it's name, it feels like you're in a Captain's Cabin .... Great ambiance! Highly recommend
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Restaurantji Recommends
We left Tiki Oasis to try this Tiki Bar and we did the right thing! Small bar location right to the left of Hula's Tiki Uptown, this 25 or so seat bar is off the charts! Every drink is creative and expertly executed. The bartenders here are a cut above, and every detail is elevated. We had a Painkiller and a Three Dots & a dash and both were some of the best cocktails we have ever had. Strongly recommend this unique place.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Don't let its association with Hula's Modern Tiki dissuade you. This place is the real deal. Amazing drinks, fantastic service, great conversation with the bartender. This is the true tiki experience in Phoenix. Will definitely return.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I first heard about the Captain’s Cabin from my dad, who (like myself) had never visited before; despite that we had eaten at Hula’s next door once. Last weekend we stopped by, and let’s just say we were NOT disappointed!
Having it been my first time in a tiki bar, I had a very pleasant experience! The bar is very small and intimate, but very cozy in terms of the atmosphere. There’s tons of cool pieces of art and tchotchkes scattered throughout the bar, and service was great! I saw another review that mentioned how this is considered a speakeasy and honestly that’s the best way to describe it.
Keep in mind that there is no food here, only drinks - so I would highly recommend swinging by Hula’s if you get hungry! Besides that they have such a huge variety of interesting mixed drinks and cocktails. I had a Mai Tai while my dad tried the Zombie. Mine was a bit on the stronger side, but nonetheless delicious and refreshing! I love how they provided plenty of mint sprigs to snack on as a garnish. All in all I was very happy with my experience, and can’t wait to return soon! Highly recommend checking them out for a truly unique tiki bar experience!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Captain David was the highlight of our night! Very experienced bartender, friendly, and made the whole experience a great one. Will definitely be back!
Fantastic experience!! Definitely would recommend!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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