Platform 18

Vintage Train Cocktail Bar in Phoenix, AZ

Step into a 1927 replica of a Presidential Pullman Train Car, retrofitted with a immersive interior and ornate cocktail bar. Whether the journey is in historic prohibition New York or whistling through the Rocky Mountains, every guest will have an opportunity to leave the world outside and enjoy the ride!

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Platform 18: A Prohibition Cocktail Train Experience in the Heart of Arcadia

Platform 18 is a 90-minute immersive cocktail experience staged aboard a glamorous, Presidential Pullman-inspired train car in the heart of Arcadia in Phoenix, Arizona. Our current cocktail menu, “Midnight in Harlem,” takes the guest through an evening out in the roaring twenties of New York City. Every guest is encouraged to choose cocktails from themed sections to create their perfect evening, paired with Dom Perignon and Caviar if you’re feeling fancy, or roll your way through a Red Velvet Manhattan and a small side of Dutch Chocolate boozy ice cream. The subtle elegance, refined service and charming environment make every choice easy, and makes every experience your own.

Reservations suggested at peak times, walk-ins welcome.

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Our Process

Behind the Scenes: Elegant Cocktails 101

Each one of our cocktails is not simply mixed, they’re designed. We consider what our guests enjoy drinking, we consider what ingredients are gaining attention across the nation, we research history and we focus on the most important part of any cocktail menu: Does this taste wonderful? Does this excite the guest to crave another one? We rely heavily on curiosity to inform our adventure; and we rely on our guests to enjoy the ride.

Our current favorite curiosities include “The West Side Cowboy” mixing Texas bourbon, homemade pecan honey and fresh grapefruit and “Beware the Paparazzi” featuring Bergamot infused vodka, strawberry honey, paprika and lemon. Craveworthy. Noteworthy. Satisfaction Guaranteed.

Best US Cocktail Bar

Tales of the Cocktail

Best U.S. Cocktail Bar 2023

Worlds 50 Best Bars

2 Time Recipient of the international recognized

50 best bars North America

Century Grand Pinnacle Guide

The Prestigious

Pinnacle Guide
2 Pin Award

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What Our Guests Say About Us

“I’m a tough critic when it comes to service, and I was blown away by how thoughtful and courteous everyone is at these bars. The menus are complex, and I always ask a lot of questions. Each bartender explained different aspects effortlessly and in a way that made me feel jealous to not know more. I love it here.”

– Monica Alton, 2024

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