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I «get» the inviting look of open doors at places of biz, but it was too cold unless one sat in the middle of the place. I can’t remember the last time strangers invited me for a drink and were so down-to-earth. Met the nicest duo (friends/biz partners).
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The clientele is a mix of young-ish, middle age, and mature – all friendly, no-attitude, and inviting. The music, one of the best parts, is both old-school (who plays The Beach Boys?!), and new catchy songs. I mean where on God’s green earth does a macho bartender introduce himself when you approach the bar to buy a beer?!! The décor, although dated, is wonderfully nostalgic. Nu Towne is simple bar with a feeling of a warm inviting «Cheers» type place. So tired of Charlie’s «Drag Extravaganza» which seems like a common event (wasn’t it once a macho Country Western bar? – see my review of Charlie’s). What a refreshing alternative to Charlie’s. I hope the Phoenix gay community and bars has more to offer than an attitude! You would think they would be more welcoming of people than the way I was. I just think that if I am spending my money a thanks would be nice! I was told this is the oldest gay bar in Phoenix. I am sure there is a bar that will take my money and treat me like a customer and not like someone I would not trick with. From looking at the bar rags this town has alot of bars in it. If this is how Ron treats the customers I don’t think I will be back. A thank you would have been nice! I was told this bar is busy on sundays for beer bust. My money is just as good as the next persons. That is fine if that is how you want to run a bar. Ron walked back to where he was standing to talk to the younger customers. I was asked by Ron «What do you want?» I was taken aback by this! The customer that called Ron over said «Oh that is just Ron» I ordered a beer and was just handed my change.
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I waited over 15 minutes to get a beer while one of the bartenders just stood there talking to someone! The only reason I got a beer was one of the other customers called Ron over. Went to get another beer and Robert told me he was off but the other bartenders would take care of me. What a crowd they had! John and Jeff on the patio made me feel so welcome. I want to say thank you Robert for making me feel welcome.