After many months of speculation and tough decisions, The Shelter Cocktail Lounge is officially reopening its doors on Wednesday, April 28.
The 60’s retro lounge that’s been serving classic and modern cocktails for years closed its doors last year at the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic, and now, after sharing the news on Facebook, is ready to welcome everyone back inside.
The Shelter announced that dive bar enthusiasts and longtime fans can expect some new employees, new drink menus, and drink specials, of course.
“We’re ready to show you a great time in a responsible atmosphere.”
Like before, the bar’s hours of operation will be 3 p.m. – 2 a.m. daily, and in case you missed it, they’ve now got a new sign out near the street — if the bright neon lights aren’t enough to get you to stop by.
If you’ve never stepped foot inside The Shelter, it’s like traveling back in time to another era. Much like the JFK decor and Cold War memorabilia, the rest of the space provides a unique retro experience while serving great martinis and some great movies.
The Shelter Cocktail Lounge is located at 4155 E. Grant Rd. For more information, follow The Shelter on Facebook.
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Matt Sterner
More about MattAt a very young age, Matt Sterner was gifted with the artistic ability to masterfully roll a burrito to the highest of standards, but the wrapped medley of delicious innards wasn’t his first love. Matt’s first true love was a combination of reading, writing, and creating. He grew up reading comics, the ingredients list of his shampoo and conditioner bottles, choose-your-own-adventure books, and the Scrabble dictionary — something he found useful when challenging his grandmother to a game.
He attended college at New Mexico State University and graduated with a degree in Digital Filmmaking. One of his favorite classes was screenwriting because he became responsible for the story’s birth before it came to life on-screen. After school, Matt took on numerous positions at a local television station in Tucson. From dealing out stories about heartbreak to producing “fluffier” content for a lifestyle broadcast, he learned what it takes to adapt to the many emotions the world of media can stir. Since 2017, Matt has dabbled in the culinary world of Tucson as well as San Diego, California from time to time.
If you’re in the mood for strange stories, head over to his pride and joy, wonkytimes.com. And in case you’re curious — yes, after all of this time, he still manages to roll a killer burrito.
