If there was one drink on every bar patron’s lips in 2025, it was a martini. Be it crisp and classic, dirty or espresso, martinis captivated Phoenix drinkers and kept bartenders busy behind the well.

The Lovers Bar in Philadelphia is a finalist for the 2025 James Beard Award for Outstanding Bar. The bar's menu features upscale, shareable plates and craft cocktails. Seating is limited and ...