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Kobalt Bar

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Address
3110 N Central Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85012
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Phone
+1 602-264-5307
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Website
kobaltbar.com
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Price Range
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About this place Kobalt Bar

Kobalt Bar on North Central Avenue has established itself as the social anchor of Phoenix's Midtown gay scene — a bar that has read the demographic shift in the city's LGBTQ+ population and positioned itself accordingly. The patio is the main event: large, well-shaded given the Phoenix climate necessity, and equipped with the kind of outdoor social infrastructure that makes it the correct destination for warm-weather evenings when the temperatures have dropped to something manageable. The crowd skews young professional — the Midtown location on Central Avenue attracts LGBTQ+ residents who have chosen to live in or near the urban core rather than the suburbs, and the bar's aesthetic reflects that demographic. Cocktails are taken seriously; the drinks programme is several notches above the standard gay bar. The interior is well-designed with enough visual interest to reward close attention. Regular events include weekly themed nights, DJ programming on weekends, and the kind of community fundraisers that good gay bars run as a matter of course. The light rail stop on Central Avenue makes Kobalt unusually accessible for Phoenix — you can arrive and leave without a car, which is rarer in this city than in most American urban centres. For visitors staying in the Midtown corridor, Kobalt is the default first stop.

Opening Hours

Closed
Monday 15:00-02:00
Tuesday 15:00-02:00
Wednesday 15:00-02:00
Thursday 15:00-02:00
Friday 15:00-02:00
Saturday 12:00-02:00
Sunday 12:00-02:00

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Kayla B
Jun 2026
★★★★

The worst people to ever talk to or be around they will tell you to die and your toddler children like they did with mine and then banned you after standing up for yourself or your family, they refuse to get anything done or help in anyway , they are immature and emailing me with rude and disrespectful remarks, they don't care about rights or mental health, and they will kick ANYONE out even trans

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Nick Shekkeris
Jun 2026
★★★★★

I went to this bar for karaoke and I was really glad I did. The atmosphere was wonderful and the bartenders were gracious. The karaoke host Heather made the atmosphere even better and was excellent at rotating the karaoke singers. I will definitely visit the bar again when I return to Phoenix!!

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PoolLovinFoodies
Jun 2026
★★★★

Tagged along with friends who came from a GOT view party. Bartenders and other guests were friendly and it was nice to be able to sit outside. Drinks were very good. Atmosphere is basic - nothing fancy, simple seating.

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LUVSCHNAUZERS
Jun 2026
★★★★★

Great for cocktails and playing darts. I don't believe they serve food, or at least they hadn't before. They have relocated nearby and maybe they will incorporate some food items now. Not sure!

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allabout_11
Jun 2026
★★★★★

Great ambience, incredibly friendly bartenders and warm atmosphere, even when it's crowded. If Drew is tending....ask for a DrewBstar. It's the most tasty shot ever! great selection of drinks and an amazing martini list. No food (there are snacks...popcorn etc). Just eat before or bring something in. Love this place.

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bdfenwick
Jun 2026
★★★★★

We were on vacation in Phoenix and stopped by Kobalt on a weekday night. There weren't many people there, but we had a great time. Travis (I believe that was his name) was the bartender and very good. We caught a drag show hosted by Olivia Gardens . She is great as were the other queens. People were friendly; the space was nice. Will be back next time in Phoenix.

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ivanaranhaborges
Jun 2026
★★★★

We when at the Karaoke night on a sunday and was super fun. The service was good, everyone very nice and helpful and the drinks were not expensive.

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Conrad N
Jun 2026
★★★★

Bar is very nicely maintained. Bar counter is defintely small and more intimate. Lots of great outdoor seating which is better than indoors in Phoenix anyway. Great prices and great staff. Dart League tuesday nights and other events weekly. Dart buy in tourny Sunday afternoons.

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mclyndle
Jun 2026
★★★★★

Great gathering place. Loved travis, the bartender. Travis the adorable bartender knew about many types of martini. We had a great time!

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