I really like Shadys for its divey, den-like vibes. I love its low lighting, I love its wood paneling, I love its weird B movies always playing on the tv.
But what I really, really love about Shadys is their Old Fashioned. In my book, it is hands down the best old fashioned in all of Phoenix. Big ice cube, perfect mix of bourbon and bitters, and a nice orange peel to set it off. It's just so dang good.
They have a nice pool table that's always rocking and big cozy booths around it, plus a little more seating by the bar. I wish they would update the low couches because it's like trying to sit in and stand up from a deep dish pizza, but I digress. Shadys is a great local bar with really good drinks. Give it a try!