Rock Bottom Restaurant & Brewery

14205 S 50th St
Phoenix, AZ 85044

Alicia B. writes: Just an okay place. It was a Saturday afternoon and hardly anyone was patronizing the bar. Maybe 20 people max. Most were there to watch the Suns game they were broadcasting.

The server was very friendly... though a little on the creepy side (I think…

Tropik Sun Fruit & Nut Co

5000 S Arizona Mills Cir
Ste 550
Tempe, AZ 85282

Kristin C. writes: There should be one of these in every mall.  It's a junk food convenience store.  Here's some of what they have:

- Ice Cream (soft serve including a "Flavor Burst" option I'll explain)
- Flavored popcorn (Including Kettle and Carmel of course)
-…

Seoul Jung

10040 N 43rd Ave
Ste 1K
Glendale, AZ 85302

Helen Y. writes: Excellent galbi - grilled marinated short ribs.

We happened to be in the area around dinner time and decided to check it out.  As we parked our car, a whole Korean family walked out of Seoul Jung.  This was a good sign.

We ordered the "Dol Sot…

Taco Bell

2601 N 44th St
Phoenix, AZ 85008

Adam M. writes: I would say that it's my favorite Taco Bell in Phoenix, but it's really the only Taco Bell in Phoenix that I've ever been to. If you're ever marooned at the Extended Stay America, it's the best $5 dinner around. That is, if you missed the Dirty…

Portrait Innovations

3431 W Frye Rd
Chandler Fashion Center
Chandler, AZ 85225

Natalie W. writes: I really liked the bright, open studio floor plan idea... until I tried it.

My twins were running around all over the place, having the time of their lives, embarrassing me and disturbing other picture-takers.

Wouldn't try it again.

Once Upon A Child

3701 E Baseline Rd
Gilbert, AZ 85234

Natalie W. writes: Decent second-hand children's shop. Not second-hand CHILDREN, I meant stuff for children.

Anyway, this store has a good selection and most items are of high quality.

My complaint is that the shop is small, and the store is jam-packed. So, all of the…

Forever 21

3111 W Chandler Blvd.
Chandler Fashion Center
Chandler, AZ 85225

Natalie W. writes: I hated this store just by the name alone.

I mean, who wants to be forever 21???

OK, dumb question, judging from the scads of money we spend in this country on Botox and self-help books.

Anyway, I suppose this could be a good place to take your teen for…

A-gaci Too

3111 W Chandler Blvd.
Chandler Fashion Center
Chandler, AZ 85225

Natalie W. writes: Trendy clothes & other such junk for teens and women who want to dress like teens.

Main problem here? Cheap prices = cheap merchandise. The cute little T-shirts we bought for my daughter had pin-size holes and unraveled stitching almost before we got…

Bank of America

4201 S Central Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85040

Kristin C. writes: Do NOT come here on a Friday thinking you can dash in with a check and be out in 10 minutes or so.  Won't happen.  Can't happen.  Friday afternoons, starting about 3pm the line snakes around and around almost to the door.  And you're lucky if there…

Dairy Queen

4140 E Thomas Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85018

Kristin C. writes: If you don't know how to make it, don't put it on your menu, don't accept the order, don't have a button for it on your computer and don't try to hand off your creation to the person in the drive through who will be pulling away before they notice.…

Fannie May

4568 E Cactus Rd.
Phoenix, AZ 85073

Natalie W. writes: This store is cute and clean, and (of course) smells wonderful.

I am not, however, a big fan of Fanny May chocolates. They are too wax-y and too sweet for my liking. I've been told they are midwest-style chocolates, and I've never lived there (or…

See's Candies

3111 W Chandler Blvd # 1116
Chandler Fashion Center
Chandler, AZ 85225

Natalie W. writes: Is there anyone who hasn't tried See's at one time or another? I think they are like the fast-food of the candy world. Quick, consistent, and good enough for most occasions.

One thing I miss at this particular location is the service. Whenever we went…

RJ Dog Park at Pecos Park

48th Street and Pecos Parkway
Phoenix, AZ 85073

Natalie W. writes: Very simple facility with two grassy acres and a dog watering fountain.

Jaycee Park

817 W 5th Street
Tempe, AZ 85281

Natalie W. writes: Pros:
Lots of drinking fountains for both dogs and their people
Tables & benches for resting
Shade trees  

Cons:
Lots of rules:
No food allowed within the run.
Dogs must be under voice control all times. That rules at least one of my dogs out...
No more…

Crazy Buffet

7720 S Priest Dr.
Tempe, AZ 85281

Will G. writes: The first reviewer said this was near ASU-- totally incorrect, it is not anywhere near ASU. It is near Elliott and the I-10, almost to Chanlder.

That said, this place IS crazy or at least eclectic. Where else could you get sushi, apple strudel,…

Now & Then Antiques

4701 N 7th Ave.
Phoenix, AZ 85013

Calamari F. writes: [They're having a moving sale, so anything could happen.]

This is not a carefully curated shop. This is a whole load of everything and everything else and 1970s colonial furniture and mirrors with plastic frames painted gold and flowered china and…

Michael Todd's Furniture

626 W Indian School Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85013

Calamari F. writes: It's big.

If you're shopping vintage and want a store that covers varied periods and styles, this is one of your mandatory stops. It's not as stunningly arranged as the Camelback offshoot, but it doesn't require a hard hat and hiking gear to browse,…

Red Devil Italian Restaurant & Pizzeria

208 W Southern Ave
Tempe, AZ 85282

Heather G. writes: I've enjoyed dining at the Red Devil many times, though I hadn't been there for about a year until last night.  The food seemed pretty fresh, though I don't imagine how it could be.  I really enjoyed the "Red Devil White" pizza in a 10" size; it's…

Greensheet

3922 E University Dr
#1
Phoenix, AZ 85034

Kristin C. writes: One gigantic classifieds paper.  Classifieds and a few ads to allow it to stay free.  Pets, jobs, cars, antiques, real estate, appliances, garage sales, entertainment, and even services like handymen and house cleaners.  I'm telling you it's all…

Cupid's Furniture

2833 E Bell Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85032

Calamari F. writes: Part of the Bell Rd. Furniture Bonanza, Cupid's is almost indistinguishable from its neighbor Eclectica. My sense is that the furniture is a little saner and more conservative, at the price of hitting you with a lot of faux-old signs saying things…

Burger King

2237 E Indian School Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85016

Calamari F. writes: It's not like Burger King is ever going to be great, especially since they (along with most other fast food chains) have defined their target market as "people who think tacky is cute, funny, or so normal that it goes with lunch like a cheeseburger…

Brass Armadillo

12419 N 28th Dr
Phoenix, AZ 85029

Calamari F. writes: Antique mall opens at 9 a.m. on Sunday! Yeehaw! It also has fee-based wifi, a Blimpie's, and ample seating if you're hauling along a shop-o-phobic middle-aged husband or a sullen teen.

This suggests that Brass Armadillo is working hard to be a…

3rd Avenue Palms

3633 N 3rd Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85013

Calamari F. writes: San Jose-style townhouses result from a condo conversion that's struggling to find buyers. (For the non-SF Bay expats, "San Jose style" means your garage is attached, but it's at the bottom of a pit defined by very steep stairs. Sometimes the garage…

Comfort Inn Scottsdale

7350 E Gold Dust Ave
Scottsdale, AZ 85258

Megan K. writes: Polyester bedspreads always give me the heebeegeebees.  Otherwise, relatively new interiors, kind desk staff.  Bonuses: outdoor pool, "business center" (one computer w/ free internet and a printer), small fitness room, and continental breakfast with…

Millennium Resort

7401 N Scottsdale Rd
Paradise Valley, AZ 85253

Chris P. writes: I recently stayed at the Millennium and had a great time. This resort is very unique in that it is a small resort with a large resort feel. I stayed in a Villa on the golf course and it was a blast. The views are wonderful and the room was great. The…

Mr Goodcents Subs & Pastas

4920 W. Thunderbird Rd., Ste. 101
Glendale, AZ 85306

Stevey P. writes: Did someone just step on my sandwich?  OMG.  Actually no.  But that's kind of what a Mr. Goodcents sandwich looks like - kind of flat and smooshed.   But it tastes just fine, don't let the looks scare you off.  I frequent this place for lunch often,…

Way 2 Play Cafe

940 E. Riggs Road
Chandler, AZ 85249

Nikki E. writes: I am from out of town and everytime my family visits relatives, we vist this place! My 2 year old and my 5 year old play for hours while I read magazines and chat with friends. My husband either naps on the comfy chairs, watches tv or uses his…

The Original Hoagie Shop

1335 W University Dr Ste 2
Tempe, AZ 85281

Mike V. writes: I'm from PA near Philly, so I know a thing or two about hoagies and cheese steaks. Upon discovering The Original Hoagie Shop, I had very low expectations since everything else I have found in the Phoenix area has left me wanting something better.…

Brewski's

5235 S Kyrene Rd
Tempe, AZ 85283

Lauren V. writes: name changed to "Nate's Place"

how do i explain this joint?

it's been around for quite some time, and since moving nearby, jsut recently began coming up in the radar of nearby dive bars.

pros: i can ride my bike here. the new owner is cool. they do…

Red Robin America's Gourmet Brgrs & Sprts Scttsdle

8970 E Shea Blvd
Scottsdale, AZ 85260

x x. writes: If you're hungover or just feel like throwing health out the window, Red Robin is a great place to do it at.  This restaurant has all the greasy fried snacks you could dream of, and more!

Plus, they have huge burgers and fries- and even the option to…

Camino Tomas Apts

4630 E Thomas Rd Ofc
Phoenix, AZ 85018

Jake D. writes: My first aparment when I moved to Phoenix

Pros:

The management was always nice, even thought it changed 2 or 3 times while I lived there.  (Then again, always paying rent on time = nice management?)

Utilities included was good, though I am sure it…

Final Call

1290 N Scottsdale
Tempe, AZ 85281

Rhonda J. writes: This is a department store outlet that carries clothing, shoes,  furniture, housewares, linens, some accessories and makeup.  It was called As Is for years but just recently changed to Final Call.  This place is hit or miss for me.  I have got some…

Ararat Mediterranean Restaurant

10210 W McDowell Rd
Unit 120
Avondale, AZ 85323

Kerstin M. writes: This restaurant is right next to the Gateway Crossing Harkins Movie Theatre, so Hubby and I decided to check it out. The interior is small, impeccably clean, and very modern, with a number of custom made pieces of art and metal sculpture. Service was…

Baskin-Robbins 31 Ice Cream Stores

3953 E Camelback Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85018

Gabi K. writes: I scream.  You scream.  We all scream... for ice-cream!  Or, so the saying goes... not so much at B & R on Camelback though... there are 2 big disappointing factors about this B &R.

1 - unfriendly employees... I've been in on several occasions and…

Roscoes On Seventh

4531 N 7th St
Phoenix, AZ 85014

Stevey P. writes: What, a gay sports bar?  Isn't that an oxymoron?  Well, I think that the owners would rather refer to their place as a sports bar that just happens to be gay.  (Not that there's anything wrong with that.)  Aside from the small rainbow flag inside…

AMF Squaw Peak Lanes

3049 E Indian School Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85016

Thomas S. writes: Nothing starts a great bowling experience off like running into some dicey characters in the parking lot.
"No, you cannot use my cell phone."
"No, I do not know where you parked your El Camino."
"Well, fuck you too."
Now I was really ready for a pitcher…

Anna's Linens

2036 E Baseline Road
Phoenix, AZ 85042

Kristin C. writes: I needed some new table cloths and figured I'd give it a shot since I was in the area.  

If I'd these had been around when I was first moving out on my own, I might have shopped here quite a bit.  Really, really great prices on most things.  Towels,…

Black Angus Restaurant Stuart Anderson's

1164 W Southern Avenue
Mesa, AZ 85210

John S. writes: Black Angus is your typical steak house, but a little better.  They offer the usual fare, and provide free bread when they deliver your beverages.  My only complaint is that the sirloin steak I had came with a significant amount of fat.  By the time…

Apple Spice Junction

7425 S Harl Avenue
Tempe, AZ 85283

Halley S. writes: I am torn about apple spice... when I found them a couple years ago I loved them!  Healthy yummy lunches that were quick and not too pricey.  My company uses them a lot for catering... in fact I had them today because we are so busy they don't want…

Hampton Inn

5152 W Latham Street
Phoenix, AZ 85043

Artis T. writes: Ghetto, ghetto, ghetto!!!  We pulled in, and I kid you not, there were hookers hanging out right outside of the parking lot.  Directly next door is a motel for truckers, and there were a dozen semis parked there, and we figured thats why there were…