Walked upstairs to the sounds of the DJ sampling a Billie Holliday-ish sound-alike, saw 2001: A Space Odyssey playing on the screen, and knew I was hooked.
It's hip yet laid back and serves PHX well. Seating was abundant and comfortable. Service was quick but I'm subtracting points for dousing one of my JWBs with Coke instead of a splash of water. Still, with the atmosphere and music, SideBar was one of my favorite spots in town. (Where's my ascot!?! (:D))
I didn't mind the walk from the rail but if you find yourself with a group that can't hoof more than a few blocks without complaining, then hail a cab.
4.1 Stars.