Harkins Theatres

7354 E Shea Blvd
Scottsdale, AZ 85260

Ian S. writes: This place gets five stars for being the only place where independent or foreign films may be viewed for at least a twenty mile radius.  Perhaps 200 miles.  They only show them a couple times a day and only on one screen, but this is really something…

Hana Sushi

602 W Union Hills Dr
Phoenix, AZ 85099

Miss Kae O. writes: Having grown up in Phoenix, but spent my grown up years in San Francisco, I was surprised to find a little sushi place that was so similar to those SF while visiting family.
It wasn't THE best sushi, but it was darn good. And the people who worked…

Hoot Owl

4361 W Bell Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85308

scott P. writes: Hey for a local DIVE this is the place.  Karaoke, pool, and you do not even need to bring your marlboro's cause it is so smoky you just need to inhale - I was there for a couple hours I think I smoked about 4 packs.  I almost lost my 36 year old…

Z Gallerie

740 S Mill Ave Ste 100
Tempe, AZ 85281

Ann Marie K. writes: I wish I had the budget to decorate my apartment with more awesome things from Z Gallerie. They have a home decor style which is more urban and modern and less Martha Stewart. If nothing else I can always find inspiration from their beautiful…

Harry and David # 669

7014 E Camelback Rd
Scottsdale, AZ 85251

x x. writes: I've always wondered how Harry and David stay in business during any other time than the holidays.  You know how it is, it's December- you don't know what to get someone, so you grab an H and D gift basket filled with some jam, a salami stick and…

Royal Taj

1845 E Broadway Rd Ste 101
Tempe, AZ 85282

Calamari F. writes: Easily the best Indian we've had in the Phoenix area, though that's admittedly a low bar to leap. And I'm not 100% sure that the beer isn't weighing in with its opinion. (It was very good beer.)

The lamb samosas were delightfully non-gamey. My shrimp…

The Great Indoors

3460 W Chandler Blvd
Chandler, AZ 85226

Sarah G. writes: I Love The Great Indoors!

You can find something for every room in the house, inside or out!

They have Gorgeous Model Kitchens and Bathrooms set up inside the store.

Whether your looking to do a re-model, just decorate or find a cool housewarming gift…

Roy's Restaurant

7151 W Ray Rd
Chandler, AZ 85249

Natalie W. writes: I didn't know until after we ate here that Roy's is a chain. I might have judged it more harshly had I known that beforehand. I know it's not fair, but I always root for the ma-and-pa-type places. Anyway, Roy's serves what they call "Hawaiian…

Horse & Hound

1320 E Broadway Rd
Tempe, AZ 85282

x x. writes: Hmm. Any relation to Fox and Hound?

This place has some amazing drink specials! My friend and I popped in here one day and we were pleasantly surprised.  Although the bar could be considered a little dive-ish, it's a great spot to have some fried bar…

El Zocalo Mexican Grill

28 S San Marcos Pl
Chandler, AZ 85225

Natalie W. writes: I just love Downtown Chandler! I love how it is drawing new businesses and galleries, each unique but in keeping with the classy, casual, artsy feel that is Downtown.

El Zocalo is no exception. The restaurant is sophisticated without being…

La Stalla Cucina Rustica

68 W Buffalo St Frnt
Chandler, AZ 85225

Prissy C. writes: Tiramisu so thick and creamy you'll think you've died and gone to heaven. That's usually the sign of a good Italian restaurant and I'm glad this place is in downtown Chandler.

This place is still a little sleepy on week nights, but is really busy on…

Goodwill of Central Arizona

3202 E Greenway Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85032

Ian S. writes: I dropped off a ton of things here when I was liquidating my life in this town and it was a terrific experience.

Their donation program is quick and easy (just drive around to the back of the store and put it in a bin) and really helps out people by…

Farm House Restaurant

228 N Gilbert Rd
Gilbert, AZ 85234

Elle T. writes: I'm not really a breakfast person. In fact, I'd rather have a simple bowl of cereal than a whole spread with all the usuals.

So when I go out for breakfast with the friends who love it, there'd better be some lunch-like selections and the breakfast…

Dj's Bagel Cafe

13693 N Fountain Hills Blvd
Fountain Hills, AZ 85268

tonya b. writes: If you know what a real bagel is... then you will understand that this is where you can get a real bagel! Delicious NYC bagels, good selections of cream cheese, real Lox with capers even. not to mention a great basic egg bagel. Then you have enormous…

Pointe Hilton Squaw Peak Resort

7677 North 16th St
Phoenix, AZ 85020

Matthew M. writes: Now this is a resort!  Freaking huge!!!!   This is a great place for a family get away or to have your next convention.  It has it all!  I was there for a convention and stayed in one of their lovely suite and everything was great.  The place is…

D'Vine Wine Bar & Bistro

2837 N Power Rd
Mesa, AZ 85209

Alicia B. writes: I was hoping I'd be the first to review D'Vine. Why? Well, for selfish reasons, of course. I wanted to be the one to say, "Look at this spectacular place! It's a gem!" Certainly, I can say that regardless of if I'm the first review or the 150th.

What…

Starbucks

871 W University Dr
Tempe, AZ 85281

Kelly W. writes: I love this mini Starbucks! It's right near my pad and it has a drive through that moves fast -- thankfully. And the people who work at this location are characters. Sometimes the baristas will sing to you before they take your order or they'll tell…

Lucky's Pizza

3130 E Union Hills Dr
Phoenix, AZ 85050

x x. writes: You feelin' lucky, punk?

I have to agree with Ian S. when he says that Lucky's knows their pizza.  But wow is he a Phoenix basher.  Anyone read his list about AZ?  He sure does hate our state.  

But that doesn't change the fact that Sunny's is pretty…

Sprouts Farmers Market

2824 E Indian School Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85016

Prissy C. writes: For the first 4 months I lived here, I drove past this Sprouts, another 15 minutes to get to Whole Foods. For an out of towner who'd never heard of Sprouts (and if you notice the neighborhood this one is in you'd understand why I drove by it).

Then…

Trader Joe's

4025 E Chandler Blvd
Phoenix, AZ 85048

Cafe O. writes: This Trader Joe's location gets 5 stars from me for:

*Always being clean (This is a make or break for me on whether or not I will come back to a store...yes a store!)
*Rarely being out of stock of stuff (and even when they are, not for long)
*Friendly…

The Body Shop

4550 E.Cactus Road
Phoenix, AZ 85032

Ann Marie K. writes: I also appreciate how The Body Shop has made "going green" a priority way before it was socially popular. Although their prices are a little high compared to their competitors they use all natural products people! I always find really cool stuff that…

The Siamese Cat Thai Restaurant

5034 S Price Rd
Tempe, AZ 85282

Heidi V. writes: I'm not a huge fan of the Pad Thai at this place (see other reviews about my pickyness), but they have a great curry noodle dish!  This isn't something you would find at most Thai establishments here in the valley....yellow curry with mixed veggies…

Domestic Bliss

166 W Main St
Mesa, AZ 85201

Kristin S. writes: The name says it all.   This lovely little store in Mesa probably has something that would fit anyone's taste.  It is divided into section by color, which is my favorite way to shop.  I was looking for green pillows for our couch and its so easy to…

The News Cafe

15024 N Scottsdale Rd #140
Scottsdale, AZ 85254

Ashley A. writes: This place gets 5 stars for being undiscovered and a wonderul surprise. The News Cafe is more laid back than its Kierland Commons counterparts, which we loved about it. Sometimes you just don't want a fancy lunch! My friend and I ordered the turkey…

42 Saint

15220 N Scottsdale Rd Ste 150
Scottsdale, AZ 85254

Susy C. writes: Excellent selection of designer jeans. No i'm serious. They had a great variety of Rock & Republics!!
Oh man, and they had sooo much Miss Sixty clothing.
I wish I could afford it all. IThat, and there's not a plethora of skinny Asian girls in…

Mimis Cafe

1250 S Alma School Road
Mesa, AZ 85210

Micah D. writes: I'm wary of anything that tries to pass itself off as "Nawlins" style food.  Mimi's may be a chain, but for all that, the food is quite good and reasonably priced.  If you're feeling the urge on a Sunday, let me recommend you call ahead for takeout.…

Hoodlums New & Used Music

Tempe, AZ 85281

Geoff O. writes: I love Hoodlums!

I had little hope for this tiny record store located at the bottom of ASU's Memorial Union. Not only was it small, but I was sure it would cater to the biggest pop records of the day.

I was completely wrong. Although Zia's may be…

Robert's Catering

46 E Galveston Street
Chandler, AZ 85225

Megan M. writes: I'm writing this review a year late. Sorry.

But the true test of cake is how it will taste after being in a deep freeze for 12 months. Verdict is in: it's delicious. We had Robert's make our cake for our wedding (a year ago! EEK!). Bottom layer was…

Mimi's Cafe

4901 E Ray Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85044

Sarah M. writes: I minus one star because the place is always freakin sooooooooooo crowded!  Which pisses me off.

Not sure if I'd eat here for any meal other than breakfast....
But I've only ever had breakfast here!

Their crab cake eggs benedict are soooooooooo good.…

Sam's Club Members Only

1375 S Arizona Avenue
Chandler, AZ 85248

David G. writes: Two words: BULK SHOPPING.   Some might say it's an addiction, but I have to admit, I get caught up in it myself sometimes.  This is a nice Sam's Club location.  Clean and easily accessible off the 202 and AZ Ave.  Oh, and that previous tip about…

Yard House Restaurant

9401 W Westgate Blvd
Glendale, AZ 85305

Thomas S. writes: 120 beers on the tap, 120 beers, take one down, gulp it down, 119 beers on the tap...you get the idea. The Yard House IS beer. But they also have 24 appetizers. 14 different starter salads and soups. Oodles and scads of burgers and sandwiches.…

98 South

98 S San Marcos Place
Chandler, AZ 85225

Eric P. writes: Hey, hey Chandler, what the F?  Why didn't someone inform the rest of us that you had a cool little thing going on?  

As per usual in cases like these, we were bat-signaled to the nethers of the East-Valley to meet up with my gf's family for a night…

Sabuddy Israeli

6949 E Shea Blvd
Scottsdale, AZ 85250

Gina W. writes: okay. wow.

so, after reading reviews of Sabuddy here on yelp, we decided to make the long drive out to Scottsdale and have some middle-eastern fare...definitely an adventure worth having and gas money well spent!

it was quite empty in there(an hour…

Eliana's Restaurant

1627 N 24th Street
Phoenix, AZ 85008

Michelle L. writes: Nomnomnomnompupusanomnomn omnom

That's pretty much all you need to know.

Pupusas. I have dreamt of them every day since I had them. They are
warm & yummy & tasty & um.. good!  I think of them as a Latin American Hot Pocket, but you probably shouldn't.…

Artafax

15054 N Scottsdale Road
Scottsdale, AZ 85254

Calamari F. writes: This store should be in Hayes Valley, and I should be making fun of it. But -- if you need a 3' high martini glass for some reason, this is where to look. Artafax is so stunningly ripped from Apartmenttherapy.com in its more Upper West Side,…

Arizona Coffee Connection

1020 E Pecos Rd
Chandler, AZ 85225

Prissy C. writes: This place is all about customization and fresh ingredients. They have a newer house blend they call WAKE UP and it really does! What I like about their standard coffee is that they have different blends, so that you're not stuck with the flavor of…

Cantina Laredo

7361 E Frank Lloyd Wright Blvd
Scottsdale, AZ 85260

Brian S. writes: I have to admit, I think these guys do a good job.  I've been here a more than a few times over the years, however mostly for lunch and/or happy hour.

Last night, I went for dinner.  At 7pm, they were pretty crowded, but we were able to be seated…

Linens 'n Things

5000 S Arizona Mills Cir
Tempe, AZ 85282

x x. writes: I don't often go to Arizona Mills, but I was by it and thought, what the hell!  So I went in and pretty much regretted every second of it, except for the free pretzel sample I was given by a man wearing a blue hat and the sheets I got at Linens and…

Firesky Resort and Spa

4925 N Scottsdale Rd
Scottsdale, AZ 85251

Gabi K. writes: I just vacationed in my own city at Firesky Resort... it was a great getaway!  I highly recommend Firesky for out-of-towners and for in-towners just looking for something different to do...

Firesky is a beautiful hotel without the attitude.  All of…

Hotel Indigo

4415 N Civic Center Plz
Scottsdale, AZ 85251

Cynthia C. writes: Yay.  

Priceline did it again.  $37/nt for a modern, hipster hotel within steps of the nightlife of Old Town.  

Too bad I was here on biz.  

Looks like HI is the replacement for the former James Hotel.

Will definitely be back for pleasure.

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