Bear City Guides

Bear World Guide to: Phoenix

We’re passionate about supporting and promoting bear businesses in your local areas. Whether you live there or are just visiting, check out our guide to queer-owned or queer-friendly businesses all over Phoenix.

Check them out, head to their websites and also follow their social media.

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Dining & Food

Citizen Public House

Established in 2011 in downtown Scottsdale, this restaurant is known for award-winning fare and spirited drink.

Named a Best New Restaurant by numerous publications in its first year, Citizen Public House is still beloved today by locals and visitors alike.

E. 5th Avenue, Ste. E, Scottsdale, AZ 85251 (480)-398-4208

For more info head to www.citizenpublichouse.com


Health & Wellness

Melrose Yoga

Seeking a space to teach or rehearse?

Melrose Yoga, conveniently located at 7th Ave and Indian School, offers over 2,000 square feet of open, flexible space for rent. Our studio features two bathrooms, a kitchenette, and an inviting atmosphere perfect for classes, rehearsals, or events.

For more information or to schedule a tour, please contact James Edberg at 773-878-4666 or jim@bearnakedyogi.com.

For more info head to www.melroseyoga.com

Bear Naked Yogi – Forrest Kruger

Forrest is a certified yoga teacher with 200 hours of in person authentic yoga teacher training. In his late 30’s, he was obese, smoked cigarettes and was starting to develop serious health issues because of his weight and unhealthy habits.

He began a wellness journey that starting with smoking cessation, diet and gym exercise. About a year and a half into this journey, his weight loss started to plateau but he still had more to lose. He decided to change his routine and leave his comfort zone to try a yoga class.

For more info head to www.bearnakedyogi.com


Law Firms

Bahme Law LLC

Bahme Law LLC is an ally-owned law firm that provides business owners—for both small and large companies—in Arizona with representation and solutions for their legal and business needs.

Whether you are about to form your business, or you have been in business for years, Bahme Law’s experienced attorneys provide a variety of legal services including In-House Counsel Services, Contract Drafting & Negotiation, Business Formation, Settlement & Litigation, and more.

The firm’s belief is that prevention is the key to avoiding legal problems, and work diligently so that clients can be protected and informed.

For more info head to www.bahmelaw.com

Scottsdale Family Law

Scottsdale Family Law is not your typical team of attorneys.  With decades of experience navigating all aspects of legal issues involving family and partner relationships, SFL is truly a full-service Family Law firm.

Claudia D., Work Partner, has worked with the LGBTQ community for over 30 years and is a Fellow of the Academy of Adoption and Assisted Reproduction Attorneys. Whether you are contemplating marriage, living together, creating a family, or dissolving your relationship, you can be assured that the team will work with you to help create, protect, and navigate your chosen family, no matter what it looks like.

For more info head to www.scottsdalefamilylaw.com


Real Estate

Huffman Davis Group

Della Davis, Real Estate Professional, and Judy Huffman, Associate Broker, are staunch advocates for their clients in the Maricopa County & Prescott area. They are known for there exceptional focus and leveraging their knowledge and affiliates in their client’s favor.

With over 40 years combine Real Estate experience, Della and Judy make each transaction as smooth and stress-free as possible for their clients.

For more info head to huffmandavisgroup.com


Accountants, Bookkeeping, CPA’s

Nmaab.com

Numbers Matter is a Phoenix-based accounting agency providing a full complement of business support, so you can thrive in your business.

Services include business consulting, bookkeeping, accounting, payroll, sales tax, income tax preparation, disaster recovery, and more. Numbers Matter scrutinizes your tax situation, makes sure payroll is handled easily, and provides monthly reports so you know exactly where you stand. They can also help you plan for your future. 

For more info head to www.nmaab.com


Off Chute Too

Off Chute Too was open in 2007 in the heart of the Melrose district the largest and only LGBTQ+ store in the state of Arizona, and one of the largest LGBTQ+ stores in the southwest, including California!

They carry brands like Andrew Christian, St33le, Postmark, CellBlock 13, Timoteo, LA Sports Club, Rick Majors, and a large assortment of fetish gear, BDSM toys and a toy room.  

For more info head to www.offchutetoo.com

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