Ordered a shot of vodka, and it was full of screws. So check your drinks I guess ...
Elika Marten
I have gone here a handful of times. The first time it was new and exciting and kind of mysterious. Now, I like to bring people here who have never heard or been to give them that fun first time experience. The lighting is very dim. The temperature is always cold, but a comfortable cold. Seating is kind of limited and you can feel awkward if your stuck standing waiting for a seat or couch to open up. Only 5 or so drinks in total to choose from, drink menu is very straight forward with options and pricing. Old Fashions are one of the drinks available and the mixologist put fresh fruit in everyone they make. Very chill, low key, kind of quite atmosphere. I only stay for a drink or two and then Im ready to go. Great place to start your night off at before going to the other busy and bigger bars in the area. Worth checking out at least once if you have never been!!!
Atmosphere: 4
Service: 4
Nicole Rankin
It was an okay place the way they have the bar/ drink line set up is weird tho and wish they can figure out a better system. Wish they stayed true to Google hours as well last call is basically around 12:30ish and we were told several times they close at 1:30am. First time going and for me was a try and done type of bar.
Atmosphere: 3
Service: 3
O'Zandra
A nice speakeasy. Long lines for beverages, but the drink was worth the wait. There are seating and lounge areas throughout.
Garage and street parking available.
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Katalina
Cute and small speakeasy that has one bar and a rotating cocktail menu. They offer different types of fun drinks and change them every so often so they may be different depending on when you go. You can find the entrance via the red light with the bouncer at the door and proceed to this “basement” and Victorian vibe hallway speakeasy with eclectic furniture. It’s a fun space to go for a drink or two on a date or night out. I have enjoyed the drinks I’ve tried here. The bartenders have also been very friendly.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Todd Roth
Best cocktail bar in PHX.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
B Wells
Melinda's Alley is definitely the place to visit for a chill Unique vibe on the weekends. Each bartender takes turns on the drink list; they change 4 out of their 5 main drinks every week. The one that stays the same is their old fashion, I've been told it's great. They only make like 100 of each drink to keep the uniqueness going each weekend. The drinks are of high quality; check it out sometime!
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Josh Dale
This was our first time here and we will definitely be back. Kendall knew what he was talking about and made this experience so much better. He was very knowledgeable about Melinda’s Alley and the drinks he was making. Highly recommend asking for Kendall when you come here!
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
morgan sullivan
Ridiculous service method. Wait in line outside. To wait in line inside. They don’t even serve drinks at the table. You just keep waiting in line for two bartenders to make everyone’s drinks.
This was my first time here with my significant other and we had the honor of being helped by Harrison. Once he found out it was our first time he made sure to inform us about the history of Melinda’s Alley! First impressions are everything and Harrison definitely made a good one!
Service: 5
Siddharth Jain
Great vibe, a bit expensive cocktails but good experience.
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 4
Leticia Reynoso
Very unique!! Great atmosphere, drinks and decor.
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Beau Von Hoffman
Melinda’s Ally is so very rad! I would have walked right by this place if it had not been for this really kind door person. I asked if there was a wait and he said 'we have been expecting you' in jest and like Valley Bar around the corner, this town has the coolest underground martini bars that make us excited to go out! This spot used to actually be a bordello and the history is reflected in the interior decor - so cool to descend into this world now! Once downstairs there is a great red vibe across the entire place - Kendall was our bartender and he manufactured the very best in Cosmos as he knows how to do them with the heritage yet complexity of something new - you must ask him for one! I love this place and cannot wait to return!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Bright Eyes, Cubas Undisputed, Valley Ramos
Happy doozer
So much fun in this place. I honestly would never have known it was there. Super location, bar staff is knowledgeable and the drinks are amazing. Great seating areas that make it feel cozy but inviting to someone going by.
Ordered a shot of vodka, and it was full of screws. So check your drinks I guess ...
I have gone here a handful of times. The first time it was new and exciting and kind of mysterious. Now, I like to bring people here who have never heard or been to give them that fun first time experience. The lighting is very dim. The temperature is always cold, but a comfortable cold. Seating is kind of limited and you can feel awkward if your stuck standing waiting for a seat or couch to open up. Only 5 or so drinks in total to choose from, drink menu is very straight forward with options and pricing. Old Fashions are one of the drinks available and the mixologist put fresh fruit in everyone they make. Very chill, low key, kind of quite atmosphere. I only stay for a drink or two and then Im ready to go. Great place to start your night off at before going to the other busy and bigger bars in the area. Worth checking out at least once if you have never been!!!
Atmosphere: 4
Service: 4
It was an okay place the way they have the bar/ drink line set up is weird tho and wish they can figure out a better system. Wish they stayed true to Google hours as well last call is basically around 12:30ish and we were told several times they close at 1:30am. First time going and for me was a try and done type of bar.
Atmosphere: 3
Service: 3
A nice speakeasy. Long lines for beverages, but the drink was worth the wait. There are seating and lounge areas throughout.
Garage and street parking available.
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Cute and small speakeasy that has one bar and a rotating cocktail menu. They offer different types of fun drinks and change them every so often so they may be different depending on when you go. You can find the entrance via the red light with the bouncer at the door and proceed to this “basement” and Victorian vibe hallway speakeasy with eclectic furniture. It’s a fun space to go for a drink or two on a date or night out. I have enjoyed the drinks I’ve tried here. The bartenders have also been very friendly.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Best cocktail bar in PHX.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Melinda's Alley is definitely the place to visit for a chill Unique vibe on the weekends. Each bartender takes turns on the drink list; they change 4 out of their 5 main drinks every week. The one that stays the same is their old fashion, I've been told it's great. They only make like 100 of each drink to keep the uniqueness going each weekend. The drinks are of high quality; check it out sometime!
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
This was our first time here and we will definitely be back. Kendall knew what he was talking about and made this experience so much better. He was very knowledgeable about Melinda’s Alley and the drinks he was making. Highly recommend asking for Kendall when you come here!
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Ridiculous service method. Wait in line outside. To wait in line inside. They don’t even serve drinks at the table. You just keep waiting in line for two bartenders to make everyone’s drinks.
Great space for low key drinks & convos.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Restaurantji Recommends
This was my first time here with my significant other and we had the honor of being helped by Harrison. Once he found out it was our first time he made sure to inform us about the history of Melinda’s Alley! First impressions are everything and Harrison definitely made a good one!
Service: 5
Great vibe, a bit expensive cocktails but good experience.
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 4
Very unique!! Great atmosphere, drinks and decor.
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Melinda’s Ally is so very rad! I would have walked right by this place if it had not been for this really kind door person. I asked if there was a wait and he said 'we have been expecting you' in jest and like Valley Bar around the corner, this town has the coolest underground martini bars that make us excited to go out! This spot used to actually be a bordello and the history is reflected in the interior decor - so cool to descend into this world now! Once downstairs there is a great red vibe across the entire place - Kendall was our bartender and he manufactured the very best in Cosmos as he knows how to do them with the heritage yet complexity of something new - you must ask him for one! I love this place and cannot wait to return!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Bright Eyes, Cubas Undisputed, Valley Ramos
So much fun in this place. I honestly would never have known it was there. Super location, bar staff is knowledgeable and the drinks are amazing. Great seating areas that make it feel cozy but inviting to someone going by.
Kid-friendliness: Not for anyone under 21
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
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