Eddie's Tavern

One night I was in the mood for a beer. My usual drinking buddies were not available yet I didn't want to go home and drink alone. This night as I drove down 32nd Street in Phoenix I pulled into Eddie's Tavern.

Eddie's is a small establishment and I'm not kidding about small. But that's part of the charm. (Anyone who remembers my first apartment in Pottstown, well, two of those could just fit inside Eddie's) Somewhere I read Eddie's was established in 1960; that bit of information already lured me there -- established before bars were just another addition in a long line of strip malls. Inside you will find a bar, a pool table, about 5 tables, a good set of tunes and friendly bar staff. The bartender that night was friendly and attentive - I never lacked a beer or a smile.

Eddie's patronage is loyal. One look around as I walked in and it was obvious. The laid back atmosphere hit me right away -- even the voices in my head paused for a few moments. It's one of those places where everyone knows your name. As no one knew mine, I was certainly the object of attention for a bit.

Eddie's is not a place to get a bite, only a beverage. On tap was Bud, Bud Light, Miller Light, Fat Tire and one other that I now forget (Blue Moon sticks in my head for some reason though) and I saw a full bar. I'm taking a stab that most beers are also available in bottles as I enjoyed a few cold Coors Light.

As I sat and sipped my beers, I watched and listened to the interactions (and to the voices in my head, they don't stay quiet that long) going on around me. And I thought about lots of things. As more folks came in I was joined at my end of the bar by a regular and a conversation about music, cars and life in general wiled away another hour.

If you are looking for a local hangout, come give Eddie's a try. It won't take long for everyone to know your name.