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13825 N. 32nd St. Phoenix, AZ 85032

602-992-1007

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Best Rock Club
Award Winner 2008

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Joe Grotto (yes, his real name) has provided a North Phoenix haven for local bands for more than a decade now with his bar and live music venue. Be they fire-breathing death metal artists, long-haired screamo types, costumed tribute acts, or just plain old hard rockers, Joe will always offer space on his stage. Two weekly open mic nights also draw all sorts of new blood to the joint consistently. The interior looks the way an old-school rock club should, with one wall covered in mirrors, spots of graffiti here and there, and various fliers clinging to the walls.

2008 | Best Rock Club

This long-standing north Phoenix rock club got a new, state-of-the-art sound system in the past year, allowing for concert-hall sound in a small room. Owner Joe Grotto has been booking bands that know how to take full advantage of a sonic boom, from the manic rockers of -itis to the brutal metal of Hellen to the roaring blues guitar of Carvin Jones. The Grotto has been hosting more all-ages shows in the past several months, and Joe Grotto recently relaxed his covers policy (bands used to be... More »
2005 | BEST NEIGHBORHOOD BAR, NORTH PHOENIX

One might assume that Joe Grotto is a bit pompous, given that he named his north Valley speakeasy after himself. But after you encounter the friendly and down-to-earth owner (if you can manage to flag him down as he eagerly interacts with customers, that is), you'll discover how appearances can often be deceiving. The same goes for Joe's drinking establishment. Tucked into a nondescript corner of a quiet strip mall, Joe's is actually a rockin' bar and hot music spot. Grotto enthusiastically... More »

Lover-Toys

By Melissa Fossum | Thu, March 22, 2012

Being nice has a time and a place, but acting naughty is so much more fun. Ludacris was on to something: Gals who act like a “lady on the street, but a freak in the bed" make for ideal mates. The Festival of Flesh celebrates just about every sort ... More »
1967 @ Joe's Grotto

By Christina Caldwell | Thu, December 15, 2011

Remember the '90s? Those were the days — back when a bro could have frosted hair and not look like a brosef, when women could show nothing but their midriff without looking like a gypsy hooker, alternative rock reigned supreme, and the term "indie... More »

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w2tpmf | Phoenix, AZ | 1 Reviews

| Mon, January 2, 2012

Thieves! Don't ever use your credit card in this bar. They will let anyone walking up to the bar say your name and charge drinks on your tab. Not only that, but they will add a tip onto the bill after you have left.
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phoenixnewtimesbestof | Phoenix, AZ | 315 Reviews

| Wed, May 6, 2009

This long-standing north Phoenix rock club got a new, state-of-the-art sound system in the past year, allowing for concert-hall sound in a small room. Owner Joe Grotto has been booking bands that know how to take full advantage of a sonic boom, from the manic rockers of -itis to the brutal metal of Hellen to the roaring blues guitar of Carvin Jones. The Grotto has been hosting more all-ages shows in the past several months, and Joe Grotto recently relaxed his covers policy (bands used to be required to incorporate a certain percentage of cover songs into their sets). Now the club hosts more original music than any other club on the north side and packs the house on weekends. It's bumpin' on weeknights, too, as the pool and dart tournaments at Joe's � combined with such drink specials as $1.50 domestic longnecks � attract plenty of people looking for a friendly, good-time vibe.
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Ssmith888889 | Tempe, AZ | 22 Reviews

| Mon, February 14, 2011

Fun music venue not too far away. They have great music and even open night mic to see new talent...or have some fun of your own. Totally down to earth place!
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Joe's Grotto

13825 N. 32nd St. Phoenix, AZ 85032

602-992-1007

Description

Acoustic Open Mic hosted by Joe Grotto

8:30 p.m. every Mon.

Madman's Diary, Cowboys in Hell, & The Crue Tribute

9:00 p.m. June 1

Back From Ashes, Bionic Jive, & more

8:00 p.m. June 2

2008 | Best Rock Club

2005 | BEST NEIGHBORHOOD BAR, NORTH PHOENIX

Lover-Toys

By Melissa Fossum | Thu, March 22, 2012

1967 @ Joe's Grotto

By Christina Caldwell | Thu, December 15, 2011

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Ssmith888889 | Tempe, AZ | 22 Reviews

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