{"id":36396,"date":"2025-06-09T09:07:41","date_gmt":"2025-06-09T16:07:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/aznightlife\/?p=36396"},"modified":"2025-06-09T09:07:44","modified_gmt":"2025-06-09T16:07:44","slug":"pov-foods-acquires-swizzle-inn-vows-to-preserve-its-legendary-dive-bar-spirit","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/aznightlife\/pov-foods-acquires-swizzle-inn-vows-to-preserve-its-legendary-dive-bar-spirit\/","title":{"rendered":"POV Foods Acquires Swizzle Inn, Vows to Preserve Its Legendary Dive Bar Spirit"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>In a move that blends preservation with passion, locally owned restaurant group <a href=\"https:\/\/povfoods.com\/\">POV Foods<\/a> has officially acquired one of Phoenix\u2019s most cherished neighborhood dive bars, the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/pages\/The-Swizzle-Inn\/107078886052121\/\">Swizzle Inn<\/a>. The transition, which took place in May, brings new ownership to the bar \u2014 but regulars can rest easy. According to the new stewards, the dim lights, quirky nautical decor, and \u201cShark Fart\u201d shot aren\u2019t going anywhere.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Best known for operating the Rusty Spur Saloon in Old Town, POV Foods has earned a reputation for reviving iconic Arizona spots while preserving their authenticity.  The Swizzle Inn is no exception. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>From its glowing strings of tinsel-wrapped holiday lights to its circular bar top and front-door porthole, the Swizz has long served as a cozy hideaway in central Phoenix. It\u2019s the kind of place where darts fly, pool balls crack, and $2 mystery shots are poured without pretension \u2014 and it\u2019s staying that way.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/aznightlife\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/09090211\/Swizzle-Inn-exterior.jpg\"><img  loading=\"lazy\"  decoding=\"async\"  width=\"1024\"  height=\"683\"  src=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABAQMAAAAl21bKAAAAA1BMVEUAAP+KeNJXAAAAAXRSTlMAQObYZgAAAAlwSFlzAAAOxAAADsQBlSsOGwAAAApJREFUCNdjYAAAAAIAAeIhvDMAAAAASUVORK5CYII=\"  alt=\"\"  class=\"wp-image-36399 pk-lazyload\"  data-pk-sizes=\"auto\"  data-ls-sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"  data-pk-src=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/aznightlife\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/09090211\/Swizzle-Inn-exterior-1024x683.jpg\"  data-pk-srcset=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/aznightlife\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/09090211\/Swizzle-Inn-exterior-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/aznightlife\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/09090211\/Swizzle-Inn-exterior-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/aznightlife\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/09090211\/Swizzle-Inn-exterior-768x513.jpg 768w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/aznightlife\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/09090211\/Swizzle-Inn-exterior-380x254.jpg 380w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/aznightlife\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/09090211\/Swizzle-Inn-exterior-800x534.jpg 800w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/aznightlife\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/09090211\/Swizzle-Inn-exterior-1160x774.jpg 1160w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/aznightlife\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/09090211\/Swizzle-Inn-exterior-80x53.jpg 80w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/aznightlife\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/09090211\/Swizzle-Inn-exterior.jpg 1500w\" ><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>Images courtesy of POV Foods<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cThe Swizzle Inn is the neighborhood\u2019s living room,\u201d POV Foods Owner Bill Toole said. \u201cIt\u2019s a place people come to unwind, share a story, shoot some pool. We\u2019re not here to change that, we\u2019re here to honor it and keep the doors open for the next generation of regulars.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Originally opened in 1996 by Beth Johnson, the Swizzle Inn has grown into a local institution. Known for its windowless, tucked-away vibe, the bar has charmed generations of Phoenicians with its laid-back atmosphere and tongue-in-cheek style. The \u201cNo Starbucks Parking\u201d sign outside has become as much a part of the Swizz\u2019s identity as its Wednesday night trivia or daily \u201ccatch of the day\u201d drink specials.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/aznightlife\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/09090214\/Swizzle-Inn-interior-2.jpg\"><img  loading=\"lazy\"  decoding=\"async\"  width=\"1024\"  height=\"683\"  src=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABAQMAAAAl21bKAAAAA1BMVEUAAP+KeNJXAAAAAXRSTlMAQObYZgAAAAlwSFlzAAAOxAAADsQBlSsOGwAAAApJREFUCNdjYAAAAAIAAeIhvDMAAAAASUVORK5CYII=\"  alt=\"\"  class=\"wp-image-36400 pk-lazyload\"  data-pk-sizes=\"auto\"  data-ls-sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"  data-pk-src=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/aznightlife\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/09090214\/Swizzle-Inn-interior-2-1024x683.jpg\"  data-pk-srcset=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/aznightlife\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/09090214\/Swizzle-Inn-interior-2-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/aznightlife\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/09090214\/Swizzle-Inn-interior-2-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/aznightlife\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/09090214\/Swizzle-Inn-interior-2-768x513.jpg 768w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/aznightlife\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/09090214\/Swizzle-Inn-interior-2-380x254.jpg 380w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/aznightlife\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/09090214\/Swizzle-Inn-interior-2-800x534.jpg 800w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/aznightlife\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/09090214\/Swizzle-Inn-interior-2-1160x774.jpg 1160w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/aznightlife\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/09090214\/Swizzle-Inn-interior-2-80x53.jpg 80w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/aznightlife\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/09090214\/Swizzle-Inn-interior-2.jpg 1500w\" ><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Guests will continue to see the same familiar faces behind the bar, trivia will still kick off every Wednesday at 7 p.m., and the brown bag mystery shot will remain a staple. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cWe\u2019re not some big corporation coming in to rebrand or remodel,\u201d Swizzle\u2019s General Manager and Bev Director Annie Gaillard said. \u201cWe\u2019re local folks who believe in the power of community, and we plan to carry on the Swizz\u2019s tradition of being a spot where everyone feels welcome.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/aznightlife\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/09090219\/Swizzle-Inn-exterior-4.jpg\"><img  loading=\"lazy\"  decoding=\"async\"  width=\"1024\"  height=\"683\"  src=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABAQMAAAAl21bKAAAAA1BMVEUAAP+KeNJXAAAAAXRSTlMAQObYZgAAAAlwSFlzAAAOxAAADsQBlSsOGwAAAApJREFUCNdjYAAAAAIAAeIhvDMAAAAASUVORK5CYII=\"  alt=\"\"  class=\"wp-image-36401 pk-lazyload\"  data-pk-sizes=\"auto\"  data-ls-sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"  data-pk-src=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/aznightlife\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/09090219\/Swizzle-Inn-exterior-4-1024x683.jpg\"  data-pk-srcset=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/aznightlife\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/09090219\/Swizzle-Inn-exterior-4-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/aznightlife\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/09090219\/Swizzle-Inn-exterior-4-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/aznightlife\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/09090219\/Swizzle-Inn-exterior-4-768x513.jpg 768w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/aznightlife\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/09090219\/Swizzle-Inn-exterior-4-380x254.jpg 380w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/aznightlife\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/09090219\/Swizzle-Inn-exterior-4-800x534.jpg 800w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/aznightlife\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/09090219\/Swizzle-Inn-exterior-4-1160x774.jpg 1160w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/aznightlife\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/09090219\/Swizzle-Inn-exterior-4-80x53.jpg 80w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/aznightlife\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/09090219\/Swizzle-Inn-exterior-4.jpg 1500w\" ><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The bar joins a portfolio of Arizona favorites under POV\u2019s banner, which includes other longstanding community mainstays like Red, White & Brew in Mesa, Lakeside Bar & Grill in Peoria, 32 Shea in Phoenix, and Bill\u2019s Grill in Prescott. Each location holds its own piece of Arizona\u2019s story \u2014 and the Swizz is the latest chapter in POV\u2019s commitment to celebrating that heritage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cThis is our livelihood and passion, and when we commit to a place, it\u2019s for the long haul,\u201d Toole said. \u201cThe Swizzle Inn felt like the right fit because it already has history, and we want to help carry that forward.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For more information, visit <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/pages\/The-Swizzle-Inn\/107078886052121\/\">The Swizzle Inn<\/a> on Facebook. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"POV acquired the Phoenix staple in May 2025 with a promise that all of its eccentricities will 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