Fantastic place for food and live music. 9 piece band was amazing last night
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Luke Ginter
It was all bad
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Steven Berz
I’m from the Midwest and frequently visit Scottsdale and Cave Creek. HBJ has become one of my favorite places to hang out. If you’re lookin’ for fancy, stay home. HBJ is a real saloon … excellent BBQ, terrific music and friendly locals. Have yourself some fun.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: BBQ, Ribs Half Rack
Jason Beckmann
We have been meaning to try this place for decades but always forget about it. We finally made it in and are glad we did. The environment is super chill and very western. Definitely want to come back to see a band in this setting. The food was much better than I expected. Ribs were a huge hit, soft, and fell apart nicely. The chipotle sauce had a great flavor but wasn't spicy. Just wish it came with some sides like it is pictured online. The cheeseburger was just ok. Not a thin patty but not thick and meaty either. Unfortunately, they won't cook it below medium as I prefer, but they didn't overcook it as the middle was still pink. Again, there are no sides as everything is al a carte. Highly recommend their sweet potato fries. Service was polite, attentive, and knowledgeable about the menu. We enjoyed our our meal. They also have some fun and humorous Handlebar J branded shirts and merchandise.
We have been coming to Handlebar J's for several years now .Lately we have noticed the crowds are getting smaller.Have you ever considered making the cover charge a little less ,maybe $15 ,the way that it was. Its better to have a full house at $15 dollars than several tables at $25.Crowds make an atmosphere as you know.The band is worth the money but money is tight for alot of people .
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 3
Service: 3
Moshe
Great local bar with live music. We had lots of fun dancing, laughing and drinking. Super friendly people there.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 4
Beth Rehling
Thanks Joanne, Keith and Joanne and our fabulous waitress Amalie who all helped made Bernie and Lynn celebrate their 51st wedding anniversary a very fun night with great food, drinks, music and service and all in all a night to celebrate .Thanks to all . We can’t wait to go back angain! Elizabeth R.
HAYDEN BOYETT
Handle Bar J is a great family restaurant to experience country music and good food. Their prices are fair and the people are kind and fun.Famous musicians play in the band (have country hit songs) and they let us get up and perform.https://youtu.be/CbAU-5Qz7JYIt was at this restaurant my father said to me ‘at 6 years old’ : you will learn how to play the fiddle like that man.Thank you for keeping this spectacular – lifelong legacy going.With great respect, admiration and love. We love love the people here.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
John Lawless
Best C & W experience ever. Great food and an outstanding
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: BBQ
Jessie Larson
Very fun place!! Had live music when we went. So much fun! Great food, drinks and our waitress was awesome!!
If you know you know! Best Country Bar for Music, dancing and Cowboy hospitality. Band is second to none . Owner keeps high music standards for the visiting bands as well. If you are looking for a cozy, fun, country feel, with incredible music and Western hospitality you cannot go wrong here.
kristenF
you can’t beat the live music and the food is amazingOur go to spot for a fun date
Fantastic place for food and live music. 9 piece band was amazing last night
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
It was all bad
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
I’m from the Midwest and frequently visit Scottsdale and Cave Creek. HBJ has become one of my favorite places to hang out. If you’re lookin’ for fancy, stay home. HBJ is a real saloon … excellent BBQ, terrific music and friendly locals. Have yourself some fun.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: BBQ, Ribs Half Rack
We have been meaning to try this place for decades but always forget about it. We finally made it in and are glad we did. The environment is super chill and very western. Definitely want to come back to see a band in this setting. The food was much better than I expected. Ribs were a huge hit, soft, and fell apart nicely. The chipotle sauce had a great flavor but wasn't spicy. Just wish it came with some sides like it is pictured online. The cheeseburger was just ok. Not a thin patty but not thick and meaty either. Unfortunately, they won't cook it below medium as I prefer, but they didn't overcook it as the middle was still pink. Again, there are no sides as everything is al a carte. Highly recommend their sweet potato fries. Service was polite, attentive, and knowledgeable about the menu. We enjoyed our our meal. They also have some fun and humorous Handlebar J branded shirts and merchandise.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: BBQ, Sweet Potato Fries, Ribs Half Rack
We have been coming to Handlebar J's for several years now .Lately we have noticed the crowds are getting smaller.Have you ever considered making the cover charge a little less ,maybe $15 ,the way that it was. Its better to have a full house at $15 dollars than several tables at $25.Crowds make an atmosphere as you know.The band is worth the money but money is tight for alot of people .
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 3
Service: 3
Great local bar with live music. We had lots of fun dancing, laughing and drinking. Super friendly people there.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 4
Thanks Joanne, Keith and Joanne and our fabulous waitress Amalie who all helped made Bernie and Lynn celebrate their 51st wedding anniversary a very fun night with great food, drinks, music and service and all in all a night to celebrate .Thanks to all . We can’t wait to go back angain! Elizabeth R.
Handle Bar J is a great family restaurant to experience country music and good food. Their prices are fair and the people are kind and fun.Famous musicians play in the band (have country hit songs) and they let us get up and perform.https://youtu.be/CbAU-5Qz7JYIt was at this restaurant my father said to me ‘at 6 years old’ : you will learn how to play the fiddle like that man.Thank you for keeping this spectacular – lifelong legacy going.With great respect, admiration and love. We love love the people here.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Best C & W experience ever. Great food and an outstanding
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: BBQ
Very fun place!! Had live music when we went. So much fun! Great food, drinks and our waitress was awesome!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Restaurantji Recommends
If you know you know! Best Country Bar for Music, dancing and Cowboy hospitality. Band is second to none . Owner keeps high music standards for the visiting bands as well. If you are looking for a cozy, fun, country feel, with incredible music and Western hospitality you cannot go wrong here.
you can’t beat the live music and the food is amazingOur go to spot for a fun date
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: BBQ, Steak, Ribs Half Rack, Chicken Wings
Awesome band for country 2 step dancing! The Herdon Brothers band is the best! Great food and great atmosphere! Be sure to check it out!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Fish, Steak, Ribs Half Rack, Burger
Food isn’t that great. Toddler size portions.Great service but food wasn’t the best. Left just as hungry as we came in.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 2
Service: 5
Cool place to watch bands.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5