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#evfn is a weekly social gathering organized primarily over Twitter. It stands for East Valley Friday Nights and yes, you are invited. I'm trying to keep a list of the places we've been to, but I know I've missed several. But I'm on the job now! Remember the agenda: no agenda. Have fun. Meet people. Party on!
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 1. Liberty Market

230 N Gilbert Rd
Gilbert, AZ 85234
(480) 892-1900
5 star rating
  3/21/2009

Liberty Market is an icon of old town Gilbert. And I'm not one for iconography. Yet I still rate this place 5 stars. Go figure.

The word "exemplary" comes to mind. The dishes are simple, yet delicious. The staff is efficient and friendly. The…More »

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 2. Tilted Kilt

1910 S Gilbert Rd
Mesa, AZ 85204
(480) 507-5458

Categories: Irish, Pubs

4 star rating
  3/15/2009

This place is packed and popular. Pretty girls, good food, and a surprising selection of decent beers. Guess each location has some flexibility in the brew they serve.

But back to the packed and popular for a minute. It's really, really busy. It's…More »

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 3. SanTan Brewing Company

8 S San Marcos Plaza
Chandler, AZ 85225
(480) 917-8700

Categories: American (New), Gastropubs

5 star rating
  Update - 3/8/2009

Update: Just got back from SanTan last night. You know what? I'm upping my score to five stars. This place totally rocks!

We pulled about 35 folks through our #evfn event (Search for it here. We're a lot of fun!) The place was jam packed, and I was…More »

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  • 4 star rating
    3/5/2009

    I'm a fan of craftbrew pubs. I go in for the beer, the food and the atmosphere. SanTan hits high… Read more »

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 4. Whole Foods Market

2955 W Ray Rd
Chandler, AZ 85224
(480) 821-9447

Categories: Grocery, Health Markets

5 star rating
  Update - 2/21/2009

We were just there again last night. Again, they blew our expectations away.

Seriously, if you are looking for fantastic food, some good beer and being taken care of by people who care, you're probably not going to a grocery store. Well... you should…More »

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  • 5 star rating
    2/1/2009

    No, it's not the cheapest place to shop for groceries. But it IS one of the best deals in the valley… Read more »

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 5. Studios 5C Gallery

502 S. College Ave
Tempe, AZ 85281

Category: Art Galleries

5 star rating
  3/3/2009 First to Review

This is a quirky place. Full-time place of business. Full-time artist gallery. Now you'd think that wouldn't work... but it does. Ah, the strangeness of Tempe and web-workers.

And though it's not open to the public at all times, I'd be on the look out…More »

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 6. aloft Tempe

951 East Playa Del Norte Drive
Tempe, AZ 85281
(480) 621-3300

Category: Hotels

4 star rating
  2/15/2009 First to Review

We had an #evfn here a few weeks back -- when the place was newly opened. The staff was fantastic. The place is clean, very modern and sleek. I'll come back to this place and found the rooms to be outstanding for the price.

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 7. Four Peaks Brewing Company

1340 E 8th St
Tempe, AZ 85281
(480) 303-9967

Categories: Bars, American (New), Breweries

5 star rating
  3/3/2009

Gods, I loves me some Four Peaks!

I've been there with huge crowds and small crowds, and the experience has always been fantastic. Sure it's busy. Sure it's loud. It's a craft-brew pub on CAMPUS! What do you expect?

The pretzels are amazing. The…More »

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 8. D'Vine Wine Bar & Bistro

2837 N Power Rd
Mesa, AZ 85209
(480) 654-4171

Categories: American (New), Wine Bars

4 star rating
  3/3/2009

I was a bit concerned as we walked up to this place. I mean, it was a little foofy looking for an #evfn. But I was pleasantly surprised.

While the beer selection wasn't stellar, it IS a wine bar. And from what I understand, the wine was quite good.…More »

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 9. Rock Bottom Restaurant & Brewery

14205 S 50th St
Phoenix, AZ 85044
(480) 598-1300

Category: Restaurants

3 star rating
  3/10/2009

I tend to go more for the independently owned breweries, but I enjoy Rock Bottom. As with any large chain, I suggest sticking to the seasonal beers made available, as they tend to have more character and depth than the standard fare offered every…More »

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 10. Papago Brewing Company Inc

7107 E McDowell Rd
Scottsdale, AZ 85257
(480) 425-7439

Categories: Restaurants, Breweries

3 star rating
  3/10/2009

Quirky and fun, with some of the best beer selection in Phoenix.

So if I liked it so much, why only 3 stars? Because of the food. Seriously. That's the only problem with the place. Sure, it's busy as hell and they don't take reservations -- another…More »

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 11. Carlsbad Tavern

3313 N Hayden Rd
Scottsdale, AZ 85251
(480) 970-8164

Categories: Mexican, Tapas Bars

3 star rating
  3/11/2009

I can really only review the beer selection (not bad) and the service (quite good, considering the size of our group).

I did get to watch some of my friends try a habanero burger. The fools. I snacked on a few things and everything was excellent. No,…More »

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 12. Blue Adobe Grille

144 N. Country Club Dr
Mesa, AZ 85209
(480) 962-1000

Category: Mexican

1 star rating
  1/23/2009

I wish I was rating this place higher. However, lack of follow through from management leaves me no choice.

Quick review: Got a big group? Don't bother calling and setting things up with Dianna. You'll feel like second-class citizens. It's sad,…More »

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 13. Buffalo Wings & Rings

1760 W Chandler Blvd
Chandler, AZ 85224
(480) 963-8000

Category: Chicken Wings

4 star rating
  7/19/2009

What a great spot! We did #evfn here last Friday on the suggestion of one of our attendees. Mike and his crew treated us right the whole way!

Food: well... I didn't eat that night. Not that it didn't look fantastic. The Sloppy Fries look like…More »

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