Wright Bar

I am writing this review waaaay too late. Been going to the a Wright Bar at the Biltmore for probably 4 years when visiting our son in the Biltmore area. Well, now he’s moving to San Diego. We went to the Bar last weekend for a Bön voyage drink. The bartenders are very friendly and super helpful (I.e. Like when you lose your phone!). Drinks are a bit pricey but very good! The ambience is classic-​recently renovated! Some nights we’ve been there, we have enjoyed live music. The bar is always hopping-​great for people watching! Good-​bye, dear Wright Bar. Hopefully, I’ll make it back some day!

First off, who the hell wrote my initial review? 4 stars too? That’s what you get when I’m reviewing sober! Blah, boring and no cursing. I probably did this back when my Mom was reading my reviews. Anyways, this place kicks ass and not in the saying kind of way, but there is a chance you can get kicked in the ass here. Yeah, you’re going to get the beautiful Frank Lloyd Wright architecture, that is just a given. And yes it is the perfect setting to throw down a martini or six. What I love most about this bar are the bartenders, well the martini’s then the bartenders. I guess the martinis are made by the bartenders so them first? Chicken and the egg thing I guess. Autumn and Aaron have been bartending at the Wright Bar for years now and they don’t get much better than these two. When you’re able to text your bartender the next day to find out whether you paid or how many martinis you had, you know you’re in good hands. The Wright Bar has a great set-​up where you can sit inside when it’s cold or you can sit inside when it’s hot as hell! Okay, it does have an amazing patio, but I feel like it’s too far away from the vodka. The Wright Bar is my go to when I’m feeling like a nice martini and light conversation. Sit back, relax and enjoy the beauty of the Biltmore, it doesn’t get much better than this!
P. S. Be careful with your Aura here, you may be called out if it’s too big for the bar. That’s a whole other story which I’ll tell you if you ever at the Wright Bar!

This is an intimate bar nestled inside the lovely Arizona Biltmore Hotel. I came here with a group of friends to enjoy a drink for my girlfriend’s birthday. We were told that this is the bar where Angela Bassett and Wesley Snipes shared an intimate bar conversation and Lord knows what else.
Three drinks cost us $ 47 Before tip.

This is where the Tequila sunrise was invented, and it was recommended by the staff. How could I refuse?
It was excellent.

Great place at the Biltmore to grab a cocktail before dinner! Nice bar space inside, great patio with spectacular views, professional and friendly service and an extensive cocktail and wine list.

I’ve been here twice now for drinks and a light meal. Both times the service has been lackluster. The first time, the waitress was MIA most of the evening. On my visit this weekend, the waitress spilled my glass of red wine on my boyfriend’s white button-​up shirt. She was very apologetic but all she did was bring him a cup of club soda and a towel. I thought they should have offered to dry clean it, or at the very least, take something off the bill. However, we got neither.
The redeeming factors are the view and the food. It’s so relaxing to sit out on the patio and take in the beautiful courtyard and views of the mountains. This last visit, my boyfriend and I shared the Wright Burger and the mac and cheese. The burger, while a little pricey, was super delicious. And the side of fries were perfectly seasoned and crisp. The mac and cheese said it was «au gratin» style, so I pictured it coming out baked with a nice crust on top. Instead, it came out looking like a regular bowl of mac and cheese. Fortunately, it was so tasty, I didn’t mind too much. It was cheesy and creamy without feeling too heavy. We also shared a chocolate dessert, and even though I’m not a big chocolate fan, I still ate more than my fair share because it was so good.
For the value, I think you are better off eating somewhere else. But for drinks and conversation, it is the perfect place.

We came here for drinks before dinner, and we had a great time.
They were able to make me a skinny margarita that actually tasted good. I was impressed.
We ordered off of their menu. It is basically small bites from the restaurants on the ground.
Sit outside if you can. The views of the gardens are wonderful.
Vanessa was our server, and she was pleasant, attentive, and gave us a lot of information.

Great place for drinks! Outside, you’ll have gorgeous mountain views. Inside, a beautiful space with large windows and nightly entertainment.
We stopped in twice during our brief stay. The signature cocktails are a little expensive at roughly $ 15, but my Polo Club with Hendricks gin, raspberry syrup, fresh lemon juice, and egg white was a treat. Later in the evening, we had dessert… apple tartan. The presentation was a work of art. So was the speed at which we devoured this slice of heaven.
Nice spot for travelers and locals alike!

One night during my stay I decided to sit outside as it was cooling off and grab a drink. There was a group event being set up outside with live music. The same friendly waitress that helped me at breakfast helped me at the bar. I asked about the various margaritas and asked if there was one that wasn’t sweat. She recommended one but when I tasted it all I tasted with sugar. I wasn’t going to say anything but she obviously figured it out when I didn’t touch it for a half hour. She graciously offered to bring me something else so I ordered a cabernet.
The atmosphere was nice outside and the waitress was great. The wine was wine.

This patio is one of the best around to enjoy a deluxe cocktail and the spectacular views. This is laid back hotel bar without much of a scene. I suggest you try the pretzel bites, the cheese they serve with them is mind blowing.

This is one of my favorite aspects about the Arizona Biltmore property. If you’re going to go to Wright Bar, sit in their outdoor patio area where they have several seating areas around fire pits. During my stay, I ended every evening out in front of one of those pits with a cognac in my hand.
Strangest thing – say hello to the Biltmore’s feral cat, Simba. I’m going to stop myself now – they call this thing a FERAL cat. It lives at the freakin’ Biltmore. The thing looks immaculately groomed and VERY well fed. It is NOT feral.

Sexy, swanky Art Deco/​Craftsman interiors with nightly piano.
Serene patio seating for fireside canoodling, sunset viewing or enjoying the early desert spring weather.
Service was attentive, quick and friendly. The sunset margarita was a fruity and refreshing retreat and went perfectly with my awesome chicken quesadilla.
If I wasn’t at the Biltmore for work you would’ve found me here or at the pool my entire stay in Phoenix.