
Tag: New Times


The 10 Best New Bars of 2019 in Greater Phoenix
We don’t have to tell you, the bargoer, that Thunderbird Lounge has become the spot in Phoenix this year. […]

12 Favorite Happy Hours in Greater Phoenix
The throwback Thunderbird Lounge has added some even newer happy hour specials, so come 4 p.m., you’re free to head over to the Wagon Wheel building. […]

Best New Bar
Since April, Thunderbird Lounge has operated in the last slot of the Melrose District’s historic Wagon Wheel Building. The new neighborhood bar shoots for a 1970s Midwestern tavern vibe, and its three owners/friends seem to have accomplished this. […]

Demos to Dining: Phoenix Musicians Are Opening Bars and Restaurants
The three-member team behind Thunderbird Lounge — the popular Melrose District bar with a 1978 bachelor pad feel — certainly took that risk. […]

Summer Breeze
Since April, Thunderbird Lounge has operated in the last slot of the Melrose District’s historic Wagon Wheel Building. The new neighborhood bar shoots for a 1970s Midwestern tavern vibe, and its three owners/friends seem to have accomplished this. […]

A Guide to the Best Jukeboxes in Phoenix
The three core members behind Thunderbird Lounge spent four hours at Zia Records handpicking CDs for the in-house jukebox. There’s a definite theme: 1970s-era records ranging from pop to metal to country. […]

17 Bars Where You Can Bring Your Own Food in the PHX
Thunderbird Lounge is found in the last slot of the Melrose District’s historic Wagon Wheel Building. The neighborhood bar will make many nostalgic for the Midwestern taverns of yesteryear as there’s a jukebox, cigarette machine, arcade machines, Old Style beer, RC Cola, Jay’s Potato Chips, and O-Ke-Doke popcorn. […]

’77: A Night of Punk
The interior of the new Thunderbird Lounge is inspired by the decor of the late ’70s and early ’80s, from its cigarette machine and free video games. They’re also dedicating Wednesday nights to the music of the time, titled ’77: A Night of Punk. […]

Five New Places Where You Can Drink Tonight in Greater Phoenix
Thunderbird Lounge is found in the last slot of the Melrose District’s historic Wagon Wheel Building. Open since April 20, the neighborhood bar will make many nostalgic for the Midwestern taverns of yesteryear. […]