Martini Ranch is one of those places that I only visit when there's an act in town I want to see.
There's nothing particularly stand out about Martini Ranch, except for the line that shouldn't exist. I've luckily never had to stand in the line... buying VIP just to avoid it is worth it in every case. There's nothing more annoying than standing in line just to find it nearly empty inside!
Still, it is a pretty good venue for concerts. It is more intimate than a big arena and is made a little more pleasant due to the proximity of the bar (you don't get that downtown at US Airways Center or whatever it is called now).
Even better? I've only paid for one drink here and it was for someone else. I don't know exactly how it works out that way, but I'm in favor of it. :)