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Primary Areas with Nightlife
  • Mill Avenue
  • Old Town Scottsdale
  • Phoenix
Student Favorites
  • Pussycat Lounge
  • The Vine Tavern & Eatery
Other Places to Check Out
  • The Bamboo Club
  • Barney's Boathouse
  • The Big Bang Bar
  • Cream Stereo Lounge
  • Dirty Pretty
  • Furio
  • Geisha a Go Go
  • Jackrabbit Supper Club
  • Mickey's Hangover
  • Minder-Binders Restaurant
  • Rula Bula
Local Specialties
  • Margaritas:
  • Sun Devil shots: Frank’s Friendly Tavern is known for these shots that look like our school colors
Favorite Drinking Games
  • Beer pong
  • F the Dealer
  • Flip Cup
  • Kings
Useful Resources for Nightlife
  • Campusspots.com
  • Facebook
  • Local magazines like Saturday Night, 944, and College Affair
  • Students on campus

Student Author OverviewWhat's This?

ASU is famous for its nightlife. Clubs, bars, keg parties—there’s something for everyone in Tempe. Mill Avenue and the surrounding area are saturated with places to grab a drink, dance, or meet with friends. Students generally get started “fashionably” late and stop at multiple locales before last call at 1:45 a.m. If you stay in Tempe, Mill Avenue offers a double-sided strip full of bars. The atmosphere is pretty casual for the most part, with a few places that have a dress code. There are places to dance, places to drink and play pool, places with great music, romantic atmospheres, fun atmospheres, wild and crazy atmospheres, and pretty much anything else you might want. Almost all of the good places are within walking distance from campus, and even if you live off campus, you can just take a cab to Mill and hit a million places in one night.

Scottsdale is the place to go if you want to dress nicer and go to more sophisticated and posh places. Scottsdale has both bars and clubs, but if you’re into clubbing, Scottsdale is the place to go. All of the hot places are congested into one area, so you won’t have trouble finding a place to go. Check out Axis Radius and Myst for great dancing. Many places are extremely tough on fake IDs. Don’t get discouraged, though; there is plenty more to do here before you’re 21! The parties here are said to be really fun, and there are plenty of them. Most of the parties around ASU are pretty open to anyone. Students have been known to find a house with a lot of cars in front of it, and just walk in and join the fun. The Village on University Apartments or the fraternities are good places to hang out and meet people. Whether you’re 18 or 21, ASU has a happening party scene and something fun for every night of the week.

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Nightlife at Arizona State University

nmarek

Broadcast Journalism '14

5.0
A+

ASU Never Fails

Clubs, off-campus parties, dances, concerts, outdoor venues... you will never be disappointed. The best clubs are in Scottsdale, AZ and there are always parties over the weekend or throw backs where you can find something to do. I would always go to the sports games and then hit up a party or the bars or the night clubs

May 22, 2012

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Nightlife at Arizona State University

Nagoshi

Art Studies '15

2.3
C

It's All Off Campus

The campus is pretty much dead after 8. Mill Avenue is close by though, so you can always just go there.

May 16, 2012

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Nightlife at Arizona State University

chull

Anthropology and Archaeology '15

3.5
B

Good If Over 21 or Able to Commute

There are kickbacks in the dorms with friends every so often, they are fun but lack the excitement of parties. The parties are off campus and the tends to be covers for guys, not so much for girls. They can be a pain to get to if you dont have a designated driver, but you can always take a cab. There are very few 18 and over clubs and not particularly close by. There are a lot of bars and clubs near by but those are only for 21 and over.

May 13, 2012

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User rating for Arizona State University - Nightlife is 3.5 out of 5 based on 92 user reviews.

Student Survey Poll ResultsWhat's This?

Rate the off-campus bar and club scene on the following topics

What is the party scene like on campus?

What’s the best way to get to the popular nightlife spots?

Facts

Club Crawler

Scottsdale has some really good clubs; for more of an upscale club atmosphere. Tempe also has a few good clubs, but it’s more of a casual bar scene than a clubbing scene. If you’re from the east coast, the 2 a.m. cut-off may seem like a bummer, but it’s certainly more acceptable than a 1 a.m. bar closing time!

Bar Prowler

Head down to Mill Avenue for what seems like a never ending strip of drinking and good times. The great thing is: it’s close to campus, so you can walk to a whole bunch of places without driving, and the cab rides are cheap if you live in the area. Scottsdale also has numerous bars to pick from. If you’re looking for a more casual atmosphere and more college kids, Tempe is the place. If you feel like dressing nicer and meeting different kinds of people, head to Scottsdale.

Closing Time

2 a.m.

Cheapest Place to Get a Drink

When speaking of the cheapest, it’s hard to write down a specific place—this speaks volumes about the affordability of Tempe’s nightlife. Tempe is full of college bars that cater to broke college students and offer awesome specials. There’s a different place for every night of the week that will become the cheapest place to drink.

Did You Know?
  • ASU has long carried a "party school" reputation. It has "prestigiously" been ranked in top number by the Princetion Review and Playboy.
  • Don't forget to plan ahead for a night out. Most nightclubs have a guest list, and you'll need to contact the club to be put on the list to ensure entry. Some venues have cover charges, too, so always carry cash just in case. Above all, if you're planning on drinking, make sure you have a reliable designated driver, or at least a cab number programmed in your phone.

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American Junkie

American Junkie attracts a huge crowd, awesome nights, awesome DJs, great patio. Oh, and can’t forget to mention American Junkie’s Tempe12 bikini contest.

4363 N. 75th St.

Scottsdale

(480) 990-3000

www.americanjunkieaz.com

Axis Radius

Located in the heart of Scottsdale, filled with high-energy music, exotic food, excellent drinks, and a first-class cigar bar; Axis/Radius offers two distinct nightclubs contained in the same venue and joined by a glass catwalk. The atmosphere attracts celebrities and athletes from around the world. This is a place you dress to impress and make sure you don’t wear jerseys, cut-offs, hats, bandanas, or sportswear. The VIP section of Radius is called Amber Bar and is made with real Amber inlaid with twigs, insects, butterflies, and flowers.

7340 E. Indian Plaza

Scottsdale

(480) 970- 1112

www.axis-radius.com

Pussycat Lounge

A student favorite and host of ridiculous Thursday and Sunday night parties.

4426 N. Saddlebag Trail

Scottsdale

(480) 481-3100

www.pclaz.com

Six

This chic and sophisticated lounge has mood lighting and a modern décor. Each night of the week there’s a different theme making every trip a different experience! The bar is backed by lights that change color with the music and it’s lined with an ice strip to keep your drinks cold. The DJ spins the latest dance music as well as mellow mixes as background music. The restrooms are the best part; remember to lock the door because they fog up when you close and lock them. If you don’t the whole bar will get a free peepshow!

7316 East Stetson Dr.

Scottsdale

(480) 663-6620

Bar ListingsWhat's This?

Dos Gringos Trailer Park Village

Dos Gringos is located on University Drive, across from the School of Architecture. Many students stop in for a drink between classes, and to enjoy the view from the bar’s outdoor, sun-drenched patio. Dos Gringos is a relaxed atmosphere serving up Mexican cuisine. They’re notoriously tough on IDs. Don’t try to pass a fake here!

1001 E. 8th St.

Tempe

(480) 968-7879

www.dosgringosaz.com

Fat Tuesday

Located on Mill Avenue, this popular New Orleans themed spot is most famous for its wall of daiquiris and annual Mardi Gras blowout.

680 S. Mill Ave.

Tempe

(480) 967-3917

Gordon Biersch Brewery

Gordon Biersch, located on the corner of Mill and 5th, has three balconies overlooking Mill Avenue and downtown Tempe. Serving authentic German-style lagers, the popular brewpub traces its roots to Palo Alto, California.

420 S. Mill Ave.

(480) 736-0033

www.gordonbiersch.com

The Library Bar & Grill

One of the newest additions to Mill Avenue, students flock to the Library to drink themselves illiterate among stacks of books and fawn over waitresses in full Catholic schoolgirl dress.

501 S. Mill Ave.

Tempe

(480) 929-2922

www.thelibraryusa.com

Maloney’s

Maloney’s is a comfortable bar with an open patio out back and a minimalist dance space inside. The bar styles itself after the popular, if not dated, television series set where “everybody knows your name.” Fortunately, Maloney’s clientele consists almost exclusively of college students and Rhea Perlman is nowhere to be found.

955 E. University Dr.

Tempe

(480) 894-2224

Marquee Theatre

Awesome venue featuring two bars. The Marquee hosts a wide variety of artists of all genres. The Marquee has a show for everyone. Very strict on IDs, though under 21 is admitted at most shows.

730 N. Mill Ave.

Tempe

(480) 829-0707

www.luckymanonline.com

Martini Ranch & Shaker Room

A hot spot for local live acts. Martini Ranch features a spacious garden patio and Southwestern flavored décor.

7295 E. Stetson Dr.

Scottsdale

(480) 970-0500

Mill Cue Club

Featuring 11 pool tables, occasional live music, a huge bar and a brick interior, Mill Cue Club is a popular, classy nightsopt (even if you don’t play on playing any pool).

607 S. Mill Ave.

Tempe

(480) 858-9017

www.millcueclub.com

Salty Senorita

The only place to go for margaritas. Salty’s boasts a menu of over 51 signature margaritas. ¡Ay yi yi!

3636 N. Scottsdale Road

Scottsdale

(480) 946-7258

www.saltysenorita.com

The Vine Tavern & Eatery

Monday & Wednesday – $1 Tacos & You Call It Drinks; Tuesday & Thursday – $1.99 Wings (doz.), $2 Domestic Steins; and Sunday – $3 Domestic Pitchers

801 E. Apache Blvd.

Tempe

(480) 894-2662

www.vinetavern.com

Zuma Grill

Zuma is sitting right on the fine line between great bar and gril and rocking night club. 21+ past 9p.m.

605 S. Mill Ave.

Tempe

(480) 829-6775

www.zumagrill.com

What to Do if You're Not 21What's This?

Oasis Café

Located just a few blocks east of campus on Apache Blvd., Oasis Café is a lushly furnished spot to enjoy a hookah with friends, listen to authentically high-pitched Indian music, and lust after local belly dancers.

1310 E. Apache Blvd.

(480) 966-6388

Eddie's Pizza and Hookah Lounge

Not only for pizza delivery, Eddie’s is delicious and open late until 5am. It is always crowded Thursday through Saturday, offering phenomenal hookah flavors. Eddie’s is 18 and over for dine-in and approximately $14 per hookah.

1250 E. Apache Blvd.

Tempe

(480) 966-8080

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