The Mix Up Bar
Camlback Corridor, Phoenix
Bar in Phoenix, United States
Book with PearlWhy go
The Mix Up Bar is easiest to recommend for casual Phoenix groups that want a simple, low-friction place to meet rather than a destination cocktail bar. Go when convenience and comfort matter more than a tightly defined drinks or food agenda; cross-shop if the night needs stronger local character.
About The Mix Up Bar
The Mix Up Bar is a Phoenix venue with daily afternoon-to-night hours and a smart casual dress code. It opens at 1:30 PM every day, closes at 10 PM Sunday through Thursday, stays open until 11 PM on Friday and Saturday.
Plan around the basics rather than assuming a specific menu, service style, happy hour, or food program. The clearest planning points are its Phoenix location, smart casual dress code, consistent daily opening time.
Good for a direct Phoenix plan
The Mix Up Bar makes the most sense when you want a simple Phoenix option and do not need to anchor the outing around a specific cocktail list, cuisine, or dining format. The hours make it usable from mid-afternoon into the evening, with later closing on Friday and Saturday.
For readers building a fuller night out, use 's broader Phoenix coverage to decide whether this should be the first stop or the whole plan. The full Phoenix bars guide is the right next filter for bar-first options, while the Phoenix restaurants guide helps if drinks are only part of dinner. Visitors pairing a stay with the evening can also scan the Phoenix hotels guide, plus the Phoenix experiences guide for plans around it.
When to pick somewhere else
Pick another Phoenix option if you need a specific menu format, happy hour, cuisine, reservation setup, or dietary information. You can also compare The Mix Up Bar with other options such as 19th Hole, Buck & Rider Phoenix, Canyon Lounge, The Attic Ale House, jade bar depending on the kind of outing you are planning.
For a simple Phoenix decision, The Mix Up Bar is worth keeping on the shortlist if its hours and smart casual dress code fit your plan. If you need more specific information before committing, check the venue's official channels before you go.
Located inside
HotelRoyal Palms Resort and SpaFull hotel guidePlanning details
- Location
- 5200 E Camelback Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85018
- Website
- royalpalmshotel.com/eat-drink
- Phone
- +1 602 977 6458
The take
The Take
The Vibe
The Mix Up Bar reads like a neighborhood institution: low-key, reliably executed, and tuned to regulars. It favors quiet consistency over showmanship, positioning itself within a mature Phoenix cocktail scene that values technique and serious spirits without theatrical architecture. The room rewards repeat visits—patrons learn which seats offer the best sightlines and which drinks the bar team makes best—so the mood is steady, familiar, and unpretentious. It feels like a bar built to be returned to on a Tuesday night, where the social friction is low and the emphasis is on well-made drinks and easy conversation.
Best For
This bar is best for after-work drinks, casual hangouts and low-key date nights. The copy highlights weekday regulars and a clientele that 'stays longer than planned,' which makes it a strong choice for evenings when you want dependable cocktails and a welcoming, neighborhood feel. It isn’t pitched as a destination spectacle; instead it suits hotel guests who have become locals and nearby residents who prize consistency. If you’re looking for a relaxed spot to linger with friends or a partner, especially on weeknights, this is the kind of place that rewards repeat visits.
Ordering Tips
Lean on the staff: regulars develop a kind of 'bar intelligence' here, and the text specifically notes knowing which drink the bar team makes better than the menu. Ask the bartender for recommendations and for the house versions of classics rather than hunting for novelty. Pay attention to seating—regulars know which sightlines work best—and arrive at the right time if you want to guarantee a spot without a wait. The bar’s emphasis on technique and spirits suggests that trusting the makers yields the best results.
Venue details
Ambiance
Lounge-inspired with dark wood accents, leather couches, elegant bar seating, and intimate dining tables fostering conversation and relaxation.
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Vibe
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Experience
Format
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Accessibility
At the Bar
- Bar Category
- Cocktail Bar
- Late Night
- Closes by 10pm
- Music
- Acoustic, Soulful Vocals, Lounge
- Live Music
- Yes
Signature Pours
- Italian Paloma
- Royal Spritz
- Orange Grove
Planning details
Location
Also consider
Where to go if this is not the right fit
If the group wants dinner to drive the decision, choose Buck & Rider Phoenix instead. If the group wants a more relaxed beer-and-bar-food mood, choose The Attic Ale House.
Bar context
How it compares in Phoenix
Buck & Rider Phoenix is the stronger choice when the group wants the bar decision tied to a fuller food plan. The Mix Up Bar is easier to use as a casual drinks stop, while Buck & Rider Phoenix makes more sense when the evening needs a clearer dining anchor.
The Attic Ale House is the better cross-shop for a more relaxed local-bar feel in Phoenix. Pick The Mix Up Bar when the group wants a cleaner, more neutral meet-up point; pick The Attic Ale House when the priority is a less polished, more beer-friendly hangout.
Among the out-of-metro peers, jade bar and Canyon Lounge are more useful as ambiance comparisons than direct substitutes, while 19th Hole reads as the more casual alternative. For Phoenix plans, The Mix Up Bar wins on ease; the others only make sense if their location already fits the trip.
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Compare The Mix Up Bar
| Venue | Location | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| The Mix Up Bar | Phoenix | No published awards |
| Canyon Lounge | Scottsdale | No published awards |
| 19th Hole | Scottsdale | No published awards |
| Buck & Rider Phoenix | Phoenix | No published awards |
| jade bar | Paradise Valley | No published awards |
| The Attic Ale House | Phoenix | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Is The Mix Up Bar good for groups?
It can be considered for a group plan in Phoenix if the basics fit: daily 1:30 PM opening, evening hours, a smart casual dress code. For larger groups, confirm current policies directly with the venue before going.
Is The Mix Up Bar good for a date?
It can work for a simple Phoenix stop if you want a venue with a smart casual dress code and the hours fit your plan. The schedule is 1:30–10 PM Sunday through Thursday and 1:30–11 PM Friday and Saturday.
What's the best time to go to The Mix Up Bar?
Use the hours to plan: The Mix Up Bar opens at 1:30 PM daily, closes at 10 PM Sunday through Thursday, closes at 11 PM on Friday and Saturday. Choose an earlier or later visit based on the pace you prefer.
What's the crowd like at The Mix Up Bar?
The planning details are that it is in Phoenix, has a smart casual dress code, keeps daily afternoon-to-night hours.
