This is a surprisingly cool bar in an unusual spot. Phoenix always surprises me with the awesome places you can find in a strip mall. So random.
Before our visit, I decided to check out the Yelp reviews and I'm glad I did. I enjoy a good beer, but I loved some of the girlier suggestions people shared in their reviews. Raspberry Framboise? Yes, please! I love a bar that serves ciders and fruity beers.
I also really like the laid-back vibe they've got going on. We were there on a Saturday night and there was a good mix of people hanging out. It wasn't super busy, but not dead either. If we lived closer, it would be a great neighborhood hang-out. The light colored wood and rustic tables added to Papago's charm. And what a great idea to have board games scattered around! Love it.
We tried some of their food, but clearly the beer is the star here. The bar-type dishes weren't bad, but I'll eat before I come next time. Like others before me have said, the beer selection is pretty crazy. They have tons of options on tap as well as bottles to choose from.
I really liked this place. It's a great place for a group of friends to get together for drinks and conversation. They should scatter more of them around town...I'd love to find one in Central Phoenix. Hint hint...