5 basement bars and speakeasies to visit when you want a fun drink and cool AC

Apr 1, 2026
Apr 1, 2026

Don't let the warm weather ruin your fun!

There are plenty of cool, Instagram-worthy bars in Tucson that serve up unique drinks and have very cold, powerful ACs.

Below is a list of five basement bars and speakeasies you can check out when it's over 90 degrees but you still want to have a good time.

I'll give you all two freebies, but you'll have to read the whole story for the full list!

Afterlife is the newest speakeasy to hit the scene! Nex has moved into the building that once housed Ermanos and its speakeasy, Portal. Here, you can grab a tasty meal for dinner and then head to their aesthetic speakeasy dubbed Afterlife. They have all kinds of signature cocktails, including a banana bread espresso martini, fun shots and dessert cocktails for those who want something sweet.

Tough Luck Club is Tucson’s original basement bar.

Housed in a former funeral home, the volcanic rock walls have witnessed generations of Tucson’s history and years of raucous nights out. The vibe, fittingly, is old-school, with seasonal menus drawn in the style of Sailor Jerry tattoos, red leather booths and a block-letter board showing their special.