Follow the white rabbit down a staircase and through a hidden entrance to 36 Below, a themed bar in Arizona. Like something out of Alice in Wonderland, the bar features a checkered floor, roses on the ceiling, and tons of lush greenery and colorful flowers. The cocktails are equally whimsical - one is even served in a mushroom-shaped glass!
The basement of Sip Coffee & Beer in Phoenix - which used to house the popular Undertow tiki bar - is now 36 Below.
Also, an underground cocktail bar, 36 Below invites guests to leave reality behind and enter a whimsical secret garden. The bar has almost a full five-star writing on Google Reviews, and it's not hard to see why the public loves this spot.
Lush greenery threatens to reclaim the staircase that leads from the coffeehouse down into the bar. You feel as though you're being transported to a completely new world.
The outside world grows more distant with each step you take. By the time you reach the secret entrance, your only care will be discovering what lies beyond it. It's an absolutely magical journey.
With checkered floors, roses on the ceiling, and pops of color from flowers and other vegetation, the bar is like something out of Alice in Wonderland.
Equal parts magical and elegant, the theme is a true delight for all the senses. Not to mention Instagram heaven. Keep that camera ready!
The drink menu primarily consists of martinis; however, beer, wine, and non-alcoholic options are also available.
We highly recommend going with a cocktail - if for no other reason than the incredibly unique presentation. How adorable is this mushroom-shaped glass? Don't worry, there are mocktails available too for non-alcoholic drinkers to enjoy.
Some of the drinks, such as the aptly named Seed of Innocence, don't look like beverages at all.
Served in a flower pot with Oreo cookie "soil," this robust cocktail tricks your eyes while treating your taste buds. This goes above and beyond just a bar. It's a true multi-sensory experience.
Cocktail expert Sheldon Wiley handcrafts the drinks using the four elements, seasonal ingredients, and intentional flavor pairings.
More than just beverages, these cocktails are pure works of art. You might even be afraid to drink them they're so pretty!
There is also a delicious food menu with small bites that pair perfectly with whimsical drinks.
You can't go wrong with a classic cheese board! It works with every single drink on the menu. Of course, every food option is delectable.
Address: 3620 East Indian School Road, Phoenix, AZ 85018.
Hours are 4 p.m. until 12 a.m. on Tuesday-Thursday, 3 p.m. until 1 a.m. on Friday and Saturday, and 4 p.m. until 12 a.m. on Sunday. The fabulous cocktail bar is closed on Mondays to give the bartenders a very well-deserved break.
Visit the 36 Below website or 36 Below Facebook page for more information.
Have you been to 36 Below yet? If so, tell us all about your experience in the comments below! We love to hear your firsthand accounts of these unique experiences. For another themed bar in Arizona, check out Platform 18, a fascinating spot sporting some prohibition history.
And after a drink, how about an adventure? Check out Viator for inspiration!
Subscribe to our newsletter
Get the latest updates and news
Thank you for subscribing!