The Shanty is my absolute favorite bar in town. I love the staff-they are welcoming and remember your name and your drink quirks. The menu is very extensive, it seems like they have every beer one could imagine asking for. There are plenty of pool tables for entertainment if you don't want to just sit and chill, and the patio is kept warm by heaters and allows for more intimate conversations. The popcorn is a nice touch and adds a little spice to the night!

I used to only frequent the Shanty once in a while, but have recently become a weekly regular. The atmosphere is great and the staff is even better. You are welcomed with big smiles and on a first name basis and the bartenders remember your personal quirks regarding the drinks you order. The Shanty is my weekend home and the place to be!

The Shanty is on the corner of 4th and Ave. The space is very large and well decorated. They also have a great outdoor patio, so it's an awesome place for a big group of friends.

Prices fare on average for 4th Ave., and the selection is good. It's also not as crowded as most of the other bars on 4th, so it's a good place to get away from the crowds.

I am at the Shanty every week on Thursday when I host the Tucson meeting of Drinking Liberally from 6pm to about 10pm. Our meetings are open to the public, so please stop by.

The staff is wonderfully accommodating and friendly to the crowd of liberal drinkers that show up. I have never been less than impressed by their dedication to helping us have a great time.

The beer selection is great with some wonderful choices on tap. We usually take over the back patio which is very pleasant place to spend an evening though there are some transitory noise issues with the nearby railway. Remember there is no food served other than popcorn, so don't come hungry.

Later in the evening the bar tends to fill up and get a bit busier and nightclubby and is a great place to gather with friends.

The Shanty can get crowded on Friday and Saturday nights, but if you get a spot on the patio you'll be set! The waitresses actually remember you're out there and the drinks are resonably priced. Great place to go and have a beer on a nice night.