Julio G's

7633 E Indian School Rd
Scottsdale, AZ 85251

Kristin C. writes: Rhonda's review of that it's a "safe place to take visitors from out of town who want to try Mexican" is absolutely perfect.  It's good solid food.  But my problem is though I've been here several times nothing really sticks out at me as being…

Touch Of Thai

16816 North 35th Avenue
Phoenix, AZ 85053

Amy D. writes: My absolute favorite Thai restaurant in the Valley!
I just happened upon this place over 4 years ago.  Though the decor was a bit cheesy, it has improved over the years.
The service can't be beat!  As soon as my drink is almost empty enough to flag…

Quiessence

6106 S 32nd St
Phoenix, AZ 85042

Heather G. writes: I love this restaurant.  If you consider yourself a gourmand, one who seeks the best in life, one who searches for innovative cuisine, or just a lover of real food, you will appreciate Quiessence.  Check out their website (or call) to get a sense of…

Red Onion Lounge & Restaurant

15002 N Cave Creek Rd,
Phoenix, AZ 85073

w w. writes: The Red Onion Lounge is a pretty cool little dive bar.  It's full of regulars and they have three pool tables, a juke box and cheap drinks.

It's a great neighborhood bar that not many people know about.  They used to have free pool Thursday through…

City Bakery

215 E Grant St
Phoenix, AZ 85004

Thomas S. writes: It's a good thing the bread is so tasty because they sure skimp on the goodies in the middle. My ham sandwich on baguette had the tiniest amount of meat I was sure it was a joke. Perhaps Alan Funt was waiting in back and soon I would hear "Smile.…

The Good Egg

1665 S Dobson Rd
Mesa, AZ 85202

Jennifer L. writes: There are some bizarrely noisy birds frequenting this location.
Aside from that, I can't really complain about this reliable breakfast place. Mesa is lacking considerably in the morning-eats department so The Good Egg is the best you're going to get…

Sheraton Wild Horse Pass Resort & Spa

5594 W Wild Horse Pass Blvd
Chandler, AZ 85226

Alison B. writes: I put my parents up here when they were visiting me from NY because it is literally the only decent hotel by my house and lord knows I was not driving to Scottsdale day and night to chauffeur them around the valley.

It was my parents' 35th wedding…

Los Olivos Mexican Patio

7328 E 2nd St
Scottsdale, AZ 85251

Thomas S. writes: There was a time in Scottsdale when its citizens roamed free, able to go out without being hunted by cougars, or come face to face with D-bags and 30K Millionaires. It was a peaceful place, where the majority of people engaged in simple crafts like…

Scottsdale Stadium

7408 E Osborn Rd
Scottsdale, AZ 85251

terry h. writes: Away and above all others, this is my favorite Spring Training baseball park. It is right in the smack-dab middle of Scottsdale, so there are plenty of restaurants and social clubs within walking distance and that is a big plus. All of the other…

Bischoff's Shades of the West

7247 E Main St
Scottsdale, AZ 85251

Erik T. writes: By popular request I'm reviewing this gem of a shop in the heart of old town Scottsdale. After all, where else can you buy a candied scorpion? That's right, here I bought a real scorpion encased in a sickening candy that cleverly resembles amber…

Tapino Kitchen & Wine Bar

7000 E Shea Blvd
Ste 1010
Scottsdale, AZ 85254

Helen Y. writes: Chef James Porter is a great inspiration in the way he is dedicated to using quality local ingredients at Tapino.  To top it off, his kitchen masterfully executes the cooking to bring out the best in each ingredient.  Even something as simple as…

Hyatt Place

7300 E 3rd Avenue
Scottsdale, AZ 85251

richard h. writes: This hotel is one of the best kept secrets in the area.
Large plasma and great beds...at just $89 a nite. We have stayed at comprable at $300 a nite. & free breakfast that is not bad at all.
SHHH dont tell anyone else about this place.
Great service…

Pizza Heaven

5150 N 7th St
Phoenix, AZ 85014

Amanda B. writes: After looking at the mixed reviews on Yelp while driving around (viva la cellphones!) during a quick search to find nearby places open for dinner at 10:00 on a Saturday night, we decided that it was worth a shot.  There are times when I'm willing to…

Qdoba Mexican Grill

12005 N Tatum Blvd
Ste 109
Phoenix, AZ 85028

Brian S. writes: The plan was to have a lunch meeting at Yasu, but at the last minute, the location was changed to Qdoba Mexican Grill.  Ok, I've never been here before and I was kind of like, "damn, I really like Yasu's Yellowtail Sashimi dish, what a let down".…

Xavier College Preparatory

4710 N 5th St
Phoenix, AZ 85012

Norma R. writes: Another "here I am, thanking you for this later" review that would make my mom absolutely pleased as punch to see.

The education is unmatched, the teachers are passionate, and I am so very proud of my vocabulary.

I didn't make any "lasting friendships"…

Scottsdale Resort & Conference Center

7700 E McCormick Pkwy
Scottsdale, AZ 85258

AUNT TRAVIS S. writes: Keith travels for work a lot & one perk for me is getting to tag along and get pampered like a miss pretty princess! LOL.

We stayed here for the weekend & while he off at client meetings Fri and Sat I was getting a deluxe facial, complete shiatzu…

Green Woodpecker Fresh Flowers & Gifts

3110 N Central Ave
Ste 177
Phoenix, AZ 85012

Kristin C. writes: I can only start by agreeing with the other reviews that have been written before me.  Because oh yes, they are SO right.  And this place is so funky that one review just can't do it.  I used to work in the Park Central Mall that this is in (Yes,…

Easley's Fun Shop

509 W McDowell Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85003

Charlie G. writes: Locally owned & run by the 3rd & 4th generations of Easleys.  Largest selection of costumes in Arizona, so yeah, they get crowded around the last part of October for some obscure reason.

Also the biggest magic department around with professional…

All About Books & Comics

5060 N Central Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85012

Jetta R. writes: All About Books & Comics is like philosophy and Phil Collins' post-Genesis contributions to music; I know I'm supposed to give a shit, but I don't. Try as I may, I just can't get excited about it.

AAB&C has everything a good comic store should have;…

Toyama Restaurant

23415 N Scottsdale Rd
Ste 105
Scottsdale, AZ 85255

Josh D. writes: VERY authentic Japanese in an elegant, clean, and inviting atmosphere. The sushi is always fresh and their exotic specials (ask chef as they're hidden from the general crowd) are excellent. Don't expect Americanized super rolls here. This is the real…

Tokyo Lobby

5775 W Bell Rd
Ste 9
Glendale, AZ 85308

Kevin H. writes: While hitting up the lobby for lunch last week, I was trying to remember what the old strip mall location was like. With the exception of facing east at the bar instead of west, I came to the conclusion that nothing really has changed.

Sure there is a…

Pointe Hilton Tapatio Cliffs Resort

11111 N 7th St
Phoenix, AZ 85073

justin p. writes: This place is top notch! Fun and clean as well as cheap to stay at! Since the rennovations this place seems much better than people on other website's were saying. They said watch out for scorpions and its dirty and loud.... I saw none of that. In…

Sonic Drive In

1122 E Broadway Rd
Tempe, AZ 85282

Kelly G. writes: The experience with the staff here is way better than the food. Come after midnight, and the guy working the drive-thru window is HILARIOUS. I know he's been there for at least over a year, and seriously you should just drive-thru for the pure…

Granny's Chocolate Creations

1035 North McQueen Rd
Gilbert, AZ 85233

Natalie W. writes: Granny's Chocolates is a wonderful little retail outlet of a larger wholesale and online candy store.

Granny's is somewhat a celebrity in the candy world. (As Yvette mentioned,) Steve Almond, chocolate connoisseur and author of Candyfreak, was asked…

Lulu's Cupcakes

7607 E. McDowell Rd
Ste 108
Scottsdale, AZ 85257

Bonnie G. writes: While doing a bicycle ride to the Orange Table, I pointed to a friend that LuLus Cupcakes was accessbile from our bike path. She immediately exclaimed- "we are SO there tomorrow!"

Today, I get a phone call at 4pm, saying she is picking me up to go get…

Paradise Bakery & Cafe

3800 E Sky Harbor Blvd
Phoenix, AZ 85034

David D. writes: Good eats.  

It's in Terminal 4 BEFORE you get to security, so everyone can enjoy the meal and/or snack.  

We ordered a chicken caesar salad, a southwestern caesar salad, a pumpkin muffin, and a small diet Coke for $21.35.  There was a decent amount of…

Latitude 30

7777 S Pointe Pkwy
Phoenix, AZ 85073

Eugene T. writes: Consider it a hidden gem!!! Shhhhh do not tell no one though.

Tucked away by the south mountain and hidden from a casual observer the resort itself and its restaurant Latitude 30 are not something you accidentally run across, but totally worth seeking…

Va Bene

4647 E Chandler Blvd
Phoenix, AZ 85048

Lauren V. writes: let me preface my star rating by saying i did not eat here - only a mid workday early hh break.
apparently it's the bee's knees for italian food. and it also happens to have quite a reputation for being a bit of cougar bar and the place for the 40+…

Sandbar

10050 N Scottsdale Rd
Scottsdale, AZ 85253

w w. writes: Sandbar gives us North Scottsdalers another chance at a casual bar on our side of town!  Located near Scottsdale Road and Shea, Sandbar has a pretty convenient location and is usually a fun spot to go out dancing and drinking.  The DJ is either hit…

Kenneth E. Milano

2555 E. Camelback Rd., Suite 1000
Phoenix, AZ 85016

Jamie T. writes: Ken comes across as very strong. Although I do not personally use him several friends do, and have been very satisfied.

Scottsdale Mondrian

7353 East Indian School Road
Scottsdale, AZ 85251

w w. writes: James Hotel?  Mondrian?  I didn't think the James Hotel was around long enough to suddenly become something else, but alas, it has.  

Either way, I think the J Bar or the Mondrian bar or whatever they're calling it is just okay.  It's a small cocktail…

Big City BBQ

1425 S Alma School Rd
Ste 105
Mesa, AZ 85210

Jim M. writes: Based on what I was reading here earlier today, I drove 8 miles over to Mesa from Ahwatukee to have some 'que.  I had a half rack with the hot barbecue sauce, two sides: baked bean and candied sweet potatoes, cornbread and a slice of sweet potato…

Garcia's Mexican Restaurants

4420 E Camelback Rd
Ste A
Phoenix, AZ 85018

w w. writes: Garcia's always reminds me of my high school teacher, Mr. Garcia.
We all used to taunt him by saying "hey Mr. Garcia- nah nah nah nah nah nah nah."  
It was hilarious at the time.
I think Garcia's is pretty good for a chain Mexican food restaurant.…

Chase Field - formerly BOB

401 E Jefferson St
Phoenix, AZ 85004

Thomas S. writes: My illustrious "baseball" career began with t-ball. There I was, stranded out in no hitsville right field waving to my parents. Well I'll be doll garned a fly ball is coming my way. My parents waving turned to them pointing earnestly at something…

The Bamboo Club

8624 E Shea Blvd
Scottsdale, AZ 85260

David K. writes: Hands down the best quality Chinese restaurant in town. Yes, PF Chang's is nicer inside but you would be better off going to Pei Wei for less than half the price. Bamboo Club has many great dishes to offer including Mandarin Orange Chicken and…

Roaring Fork

4800 N Scottsdale Rd Ste 1700
Scottsdale, AZ 85251

Julie D. writes: Roaring Fork, oh Roaring Fork.  How do I love thee?  Let me counts the ways....

1.....  Okay, I guess I don't really love you.  But I do like you, okay?

First off, what an interesting location.  I could have been killed getting in the parking lot.  I…

Simple Chef Cafe

2910 N. Hayden Road
Scottsdale, AZ 85251

Doreen M. writes: Did you know that "panini" means grilled cheese?  I thought it was a kind of bread, but at this restaurant they use a panini grill on any kind of bread you want -- the objective is to lightly melt the cheese!

They have really great sandwiches, like…

The Melting Pot

8320 N Hayden Rd
# E103
Scottsdale, AZ 85258

Jennifer S. writes: Last night I went to The Melting Pot with three girlfriends for a special "Girls' Night Out" event that they marketed. There was a set menu, and the price was $29 per person with a few options for $5 martinis. If you wanted a drink that wasn't on the…

Mahsa

15211 N Kierland Blvd
#140
Scottsdale, AZ 85254

Jenn H. writes: This is probably my favorite boutique in Arizona. Great clothes, great selection, helpful sales people. I love all the clothes in this store. Finally a  shopping experience that rivals that of our more fashionable cities.

They always have great…

Pita Jungle

1250 E Apache Blvd Ste 113
Tempe, AZ 85281

Stevey P. writes: There isn't much to add other than to emphasize slower and crappier service compared to their other locations.  It's amazing how moody, posing hipster servers can wreck an otherwise good restaurant.  

Pita Jungle's food is still delicious and insanely…