I read everyone else's review of Patty's and I'm thinking...Scottsdale snobs perhaps?
I also assume they are referring to "nightlife" at Patty's which I do not know anything about.
Here's what I can tell you. Stop in here any day of the week before 4-5pm and you'll think you walked into Cheers. The bartenders know pretty much everyone that comes in by first name, very friendly people. I was so surprised at how friendly. I've hardly shown up here 1 time and not met someone or talked to the bartender or some old man at the bar.
If you prejudge people, maybe not the best place for you, if you enjoy conversations almost guaranteed and with super nice people, give it a try next time you're in Old Town during the day.
I mean, it's in Scottsdale and the snobs that live here tend to look down on others. I shouldn't be surprised by the reviews, but whatever.
Enjoy!