The February 2011 issue of Phoenix Magazine featured an article about local artist Joerael Elliott and it featured a Native American themed mural he painted on the front of this local watering hole. I wanted to see this for myself so I ventured out with a friend to 15th Ave & Camelback to take a look, snap a few pictures and wet my whistle.
Caravan is the epitome dive bar. Golden Tee '07 and a Soprano's pinball machine are the most modern aspects of this place. It seems like that type of place that serves the same devoted few over and over. The crowd was Native American and I assume most of the regulars are (that may be why the mural is here). Two pints of the finest Pabst Blue Ribbon can be had for a mere $5 and served by the pretty gal behind the bar. This is my kind of place. Caravan is the kind of place that will turn many off because it's not flashy or because the beer selection isn't impressive but that is what I love. This place is a must for fans of dive bars. I wish it was closer. Luckily there's easy light rail access.