Arizona Biltmore Resort & Spa

2400 E Missouri Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85016

Thomas S. writes: The Odd Couple. Resort style. Upon checking in with my hardcore, partying restaurant kin for a manager/chef retreat, we discovered the resort was saturated with over 1,000 (yes, that's 1,000) families for a church conference. Agnes of God! Seriously,…

Kazimierz World Wine Bar

7137 E Stetson Dr
Scottsdale, AZ 85251

Matthew K. writes: So I try to impress my girlfriend and tell her that I know of the cool wine bar in Old Town.  I write down the addy since it's been a year or so since I've been here, and then guess what? I loose the paper, oops. We end up walking around for a while…

Durant's

2611 N Central Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85004

chris c. writes: Ok so I'm going to make this easy.

A. You go through the kitchen to get in the place (so badass)
B. Louis makes the best martini you can possibly have. (so badass)
C. They gave these chips out like 10 or 20 years ago, that grant the holder  
     free…

Lux Coffeebar

4404 N Central Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85012

Thomas S. writes: Wow...I just found this little hidden gem here in CenPho. I'm sure no one's heard of it...hee hee...
Lux is like the community center for the hipsters and thirsties. I don't know if I"m hip, but I do know sometimes I get thirsty. For some java. And…

The Phoenician

6000 E Camelback Rd
Scottsdale, AZ 85251

Kim D. writes: I hail from the Mekong Delta, so I don't like the sun or heat, because if I'm not wearing SPF 45, I look like I've been working in the rice paddies after about an hour.

It also freaked me out to see people lying about getting lobster red by 11:00am…

Casey Moore's Oyster House At Ninth and Ash

850 S Ash Ave
Tempe, AZ 85281

Matthew K. writes: Casey Moore oh how I love thee.   You helped me through college even more than all my classes and prof's combined.  

You taught me that day drinking was an acceptable practice.  

You taught me on many a nights that drinking and biking don't mix.

You…

Postino Winecafe

3939 E Campbell Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85018

Diana H. writes: Seeing as I have only spent 3 total days in Phoenix and 14 total days in New York City, it might be a bit presumptious of me to say that Postino Winebar is the type of place one would find in New York City rather than Phoenix.  But is it going to…

Four Peaks Brewing Co

1340 E 8th St
Ste 104
Tempe, AZ 85281

Erica O. writes: Dear Four Peaks,

It's so hard in today's generic corporate driven society to find a place that takes pride in their product like you do, brewing eight varieties of beer on a regular basis and creating new and exciting seasonal brews with the tender…

Changing Hands Bookstore

6428 S McClintock Dr
Tempe, AZ 85283

Yvette R. writes: Love , love this place!

The oldest  and largest independent bookstore in the state!

The staffers are dedicated to making reading cool again. They are knowledgeable and can help you find the book you are looking for even if you give them measly clues,…

Pizzeria Bianco

623 E Adams St
Phoenix, AZ 85004

Pierre Trudeau I. writes: Reading the reviews of Pizzeria Bianco is hilarious to me, as a Phoenician.

For anyone reading this, allow me to say that no matter what anyone else says, I promise that you can trust me when *I* say that if you have not eaten here, you must, and you…

Eastside Records

217 W University Dr
Tempe, AZ 85281

Bonnie G. writes: A lazy Monday off, we moseyed on here, a nice hole in the wall that reeks of a bit of history instead of a corporation...refreshing. I like the decor of choice "random shit that may interest you" boutique feel. I picked up some artsy magazines,…

Barrio Cafe

2814 N 16th St
Phoenix, AZ 85006

Thomas S. writes: Scary things to me:
Paris Hilton has a career.
Sarah Palin. Really. She's like the new Anita Bryant.
My fathers' overgrown eyebrows. Trim, daddy, trim!
Droves of high schoolers leaving school just as I'm trying to find Barrio Cafe.

Seriously. Like…

Elements

5700 E McDonald Dr
Paradise Valley, AZ 85253

Margaret L. writes: I think it's been summed up pretty thoroughly by others, so I'll just list a few of my favorite things.

Bare wood ceiling
Beautiful views of the mountains
No bad seat in the place
Fire pit with little swirlies drawn in the dark sand
Salt and fresh cracked…

Cowboy Ciao

7133 East Stetson Drive
Suite 1
Scottsdale, AZ 85251

Julie D. writes: By the time I ate here, I was totally cynical of all Scottsdale restaurants and was really thinking about having my lunch at In-N-Out.  

I got off to a really bad start at this place, too, they made me wait for a table at this half empty restaurant.…

Delux

3146 East Camelback Road
Phoenix, AZ 85016

Thomas S. writes: OMG I just found this little place no one has ever heard of called Delux. Yea, Delux, without the e at the end. Tre creative. Ok, so it's my first visit and here goes. Service was great. Thank you Lacy. Room was comfy, we sat at the large community…

Chino Bandido

15414 N 19th Ave
Ste K
Phoenix, AZ 85023

Nathan S. writes: Holy cow I finally found spicy jerk chicken. Do not...I repeat, do not order the jerk chicken and the red diablo together with jerk fried rice, all were delicious, but together it felt like I had swallowed a live wolverine. I love the combinations…

Farm At South Mountain

6106 S 32nd St
Phoenix, AZ 85042

Thomas S. writes: Being 72, I felt my parents tremble a bit when I said I was taking them to the "farm". Growing up in the midwest, it wasnt rare to hear "somebody bought the farm". This did not mean an uncle decided to purchase a ranch, but rather, met his maker, is…

Rokerij

6335 N 16th St
Phoenix, AZ 85016

chris c. writes: Rok is probably one of the dopest joints in phoenix. If your trying to get a girl or guy to make out with you, I  highly suggest going to the down stairs bar and parking near the fire place. The service is awesome, every time I go the bartenders…

Camelback Mountain

McDonald DR
Phoenix, AZ 85073

Eric P. writes: Being in the fortuitous position to still 'get' a Spring Break, and moreover, get PAID cash-money to sit on my happy ass whilst my pen-salesman-esque  friends do important things in their offices, like make fake Wiki entries of their co-workers and…

Desert Botanical Gardens

1201 N Galvin Pkwy
Phoenix, AZ 85008

Thomas S. writes: This is my kind of hiking! Sidewalks, drinking fountains and restrooms OH MY! Rickie and I took my mom and some visiting cousins here for mom's birthday. We were especially excited for the butterfly exhibit. It was the highlight. Otherwise? Meh! I…

Phoenix Art Museum

1625 N Central Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85004

Thomas S. writes: Ralph Rucci. Phillip Curtis. Rickie Gonzales. Yes. Rickie and I had a late afternoon stroll through PAM. Admittedly my patience limit for museums is much like movies, dinner and employee meetings. NO LONGER THAN TWO HOURS!!! And our visit today was…

Bikini Lounge

1502 Grand Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85007

Amy D. writes: I happen to LOVE the Bikini!  Went here the other night after my gig.  It was pretty empty (Wednesday night) UNTIL 11:30 when the place got a crowd.  I was wondering "Who the heck goes out this late on a Wednesday night?"
You know it's becoming…

Copper Star Coffee

4220 N 7th Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85013

Thomas S. writes: Copper Star is a star baby. The cutest filling station (yes I said filling station, cuz that's how old this place is) turned coffee house in the oh so trendy hood along 7th Ave. I LOVE THIS PLACE. The owners are a wonderful couple (who frequent my…

Someburros

101 E Baseline Rd
Tempe, AZ 85283

Julia T. writes: I've always had good food here. Great burritos, cheese crisps, and churros! I wish I had a cheese crisp and a churro right now.

Excellent basic Mexican fast food. Not great for a date, but great to fill you up with yummy any day of the week.

This is…

Chez Nous Cocktail Lounge Inc

675 W Indian School Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85013

Mr K. writes: I'm lovin' me some Chez Nous.

Decided to throw caution to the wind and meet a fellow Yelper. Alas, Bonnie G. got lost along the way so I had time to survey the scene with the help of three gin & tonics and two really friendly, cute bartenderesses (I…

Burton Barr Central Library

1221 N. Central Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85073

Lauren V. writes: Probably the most gorgeous library I've ever been in. designed by Will Bruder (SMoCA...the super modern-looking lime and yellow condos on university), I stopped in finally to kill some time post-work, pre-happy hour.

It's uber modern, with shade…

The Roosevelt

816 N 3rd St
Phoenix, AZ 85004

Bonnie G. writes: Please don't hit me! If i could give 4 and a HALF stars I would!

I drove by here after a show at the Paper Heart last Monday hoping to score a chill lazy weekday night brew in a new place-but it was totally closed? I investigated the parking, but have…

South Mountain Park

10919 S Central Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85042

Melissa B. writes: This has been my sanctuary for the last five- years I have lived in Phoenix.  Whenever I need to burn some extra calories, think about life, escape from the concrete, or contemplate a major decision, I head for the hills!

I love to hike and having…

Oregano's Pizza Bistro

3622 N Scottsdale Rd
Scottsdale, AZ 85251

Brian S. writes: ***3.5 stars

I went back with my friend to try the Chicken Pesto Stuffed Pizza at the South Scottsdale location and I'm sad to say it's not like it used to be.  If you like a ton of cheese, well, this version of the Stuffed Pizza is for you, sadly,…

Fleming's Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar

6333 N Scottsdale Rd
Scottsdale, AZ 85250

raegen s. writes: this was my second experince at a Flemings and i am not gonna lie... i was not really lookign forward to it... but suprisingly it was GREAT... they have a great wedge and the prime rib i had was well cooked... my only cualm with it was that our…

Phoenix Ranch Market III

1602 E Roosevelt St
Phoenix, AZ 85006

Brian S. writes: Holy Effing Yes!

I hiked Camelback Mountain with my Latina friend this mid-morning and then went to Ranch Market with her for an early lunch.  We went there last went to buy specialty meats, cheeses, veggies, etc, but today we went specifically to try…

Matt's Big Breakfast

801 N 1st St
Phoenix, AZ 85004

John L. writes: Please, people! For the love of God, stay home! Do not come to Matt's Big Breakfast.

You will not enjoy the crispy, fresh hash browns. You would not like the weekend specials, such as huevos rancheros with fresh salsa, or scrambles made with seasonal,…

Cibo

603 N 5th Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85003

Andrew C. writes: Yes, another gutted house-turned restaurant/ bar to no prevail succeeds. Yippie-Skippie.

It's walking distance from work, so thats 5 badass red stars right there. Then, I almost gave it 1 star thinking it was closed and realized that it is 112 out…

That's A Wrap

2022 N. 7th St
Phoenix, AZ 85006

Thomas S. writes: Fresh. Convenient. Cheap. And I'm not talking about me as a date. It's That's A Wrap! Or It's A Wrap. Or Wraps N Things. Not sure, but me likey! I've only had one thing and it was the turkey wrap with cream cheese and strawberry preserves in a whole…

Ted's Hot Dogs

1755 E Broadway Rd
Tempe, AZ 85282

Chris T. writes: Geez!  I've been dreading this review for the last couple of hours.  If this is the last review you see from me, it is because I have upset someone and they have killed me.

Cash Only? WTF! The hot dogs are barely good (flinches, looks over shoulder).…

Lee Lee Oriental Supermarket

2025 N Dobson Rd
Chandler, AZ 85224

b w. writes: "I'm making short ribs for dinner, K-style," says my little sis.[1]

I immediately launch into my 'short ribs' song.

Lyrics:
We're having short ribs
Everybody loves short ribs
We're having short ribs.

From Seoul or Atlanta
Everybody loves short ribs
From…

Green

2240 N Scottsdale Rd
Tempe, AZ 85281

Dallas G. writes: Update:

The temperature situation seems to have improved. I ate there the other day. Like, on site.

The best kept secret in the man-world: the women who work and dine here  are so bloody hot. If you're a straight male human, lonely, longing for the…

Arlecchino Gelateria

4410 N 40th St
# 5
Phoenix, AZ 85018

jason c. writes: This may be the best gelato in the world.  Seriously.  I went to Italy thinking, "if Arlecchino is as good as it is, the gelato in Italy must be amazing!"  I'm both happy and sad to say that we have better gelato in Phoenix than any of the gelaterias…

Trader Joe's

6202 N Scottsdale Rd
Paradise Valley, AZ 85253

Jake C. writes: Don't judge me by this, but if you don't like Trader Joe's, I just don't think we can be friends.

They roll all of the good things about any supermarket I've ever been to into one, tastefully presented package. Cheap, good food and produce, and they…