Arriba Mexican Grill

1812 E Camelback Road
Phoenix, AZ 85016

x x. writes: I concur. Arriba's is good Mexican food but watch out, because it is HOT.  I'm not just talking the normal style of hot where you have a glass of water handy and take a sip here and there. This is the hot where you need a few pitchers of water…

Kierland Commons

15205 N Kierland Blvd
Ste 150
Scottsdale, AZ 85254

Thomas S. writes: When I first moved to Phoenix I lived by PV Mall. I had nothing better to do then lounge by the pool, shop at the mall and wait for my roomie to call to meet him for happy hour. So one day I met him at Ra at Kierland. It reminded me of my Fisher…

Ajo Al's Mexican Cafe

6990 E Shea Boulevard
Scottsdale, AZ 85254

Shauna D. writes: Continuing on my friend's favorite Phoenix and surrounding area places is Ajo Al's.  Apparently she had never been to this particular location though and freaked out about the seemingly real cowhide booths and chairs (she's a vegetarian).  I actually…

Sweet O Wine and Chocolate Lounge

9380 W Westgate Blvd
Ste D101
Glendale, AZ 85311

x x. writes: This place is amazing!  This would be the perfect date spot- intimate and romantic- but, instead, I came with my friend. Oh well.  We still had a great time.  We came hungry, and left stuffed and oh so happy!

Sweet O Wine and Chocolate Lounge is…

Methode Bistro

6204 N Scottsdale Rd
Scottsdale, AZ 85253

Warren W. writes: We had been meaning to try Methode shortly after we discovered it, on our first AZ trip to Trader Joe's. The menu looked interesting; not just from the ingredient perspective, but there was a distinct whiff of creativity from the kitchen. Our first…

Chatham's Fine Chocolate - MOVED TO PHOENIX

6107 N Scottsdale Road
Scottsdale, AZ 85250

Charlie G. writes: Chatham moved to 114 W. Camelback Rd. in Phoenix.  All else in this review remains the same.

This is one *awesome* chocolate shop!  If you're *serious* about chocolate, Chatham's is where you go.  Chocolate bars & bon-bons from about 15 of the finest…

Pei Wei Asian Diner

701 West McDowell Road
7th Ave & McDowell
Phoenix, AZ 85003

Thomas S. writes: With all the mediocore to scathing reviews, I've always said No Way to Pei Wei. I ordered for pick up and had a very friendly, helpful, if not Jeff Spicoli sounding, employee help me with my first ever Pei Wei experience. At 9pm on a Thursday night…

My Nail Salon

10855 N Tatum Boulevard
Phoenix, AZ 85028

Nadia C. writes: Eyebrow? Want 2 Eyebrows? Go to Lee.  She is by far THE BEST EYEBROW WAX I have ever encountered.  I've gone to her for 5 years now and I have never been disappointed.  Don't believe me?  Look at my pictures... those brows would connect if Lee did…

Redendo's Pizzeria Ristorante

14700 N Frank Lloyd Wright Blvd
#159
Scottsdale, AZ 85260

x x. writes: Hellllo Redendo's.  How you doin'?  

Why oh why didn't I discover this place before I bid adieu to North Scottsdale??  Damn me and my ignorance.

This is such a great Italian restaurant- the prices are great and the food is fabulous.  

They have amazing…

Radio Milano

3950 E Campbell
Phoenix, AZ 85073

Jason K. writes: Radio Milano has become one of our favorite restaurants since opening this summer. Why? Here are a few reasons:

1. The Food - antipasto and focaccia on par with Pizzeria Bianco, excellent seafood/crudo and some of the best meatballs and meatloaf in…

Dolce Salon & Spa

3325 W Chandler Blvd
Chandler, AZ 85226

Andrea K. writes: Ok I will give you 3.stars...because I see that maybe Dolce is listening to some of our yelpers...but not really....

First off....it is so hard to make an appointment at Dolce since you do get that annoying British lady recording talking over and over…

Safeway

520 W Osborn Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85013

Thomas S. writes: THE NEW AND IMPROVED AFTER THE ROOF CAVED IN SAFEWAY: How can Goldie Hawn get cuter? How can Phoenix get hotter? How can Hello Kitty be appealing and collectible to a white, middle aged gay man in his 40's? How can Safeway be ANY better? Well, it is.…

My Sister's Attic Recycled Home Furnishings

6208 N Scottsdale Road
Paradise Valley, AZ 85253

Evil J. writes: Fun shop. Lots of baubles and wacky odds-and-ends. A step above thrift shop and not too orderly, as it should be.

I found the prices to be generally unrealistic. $300.00 for a chair with stains. $300.00 for a Japanese screen, heavily worn and faded.…

Dodge Theatre

400 W Washington St
Phoenix, AZ 85003

Thomas S. writes: How to review a theatre? Hmmm...well....I never waited in line to use the restroom. Gotta love that. The bartenders seem to know their stuff, until I asked for a Patron shot to be chilled and he said the Patron wasn't on ice. Oh. Really? Hey,…

Allure Nails & Tan

16255 N Scottsdale Road
Scottsdale, AZ 85254

x x. writes: It's hard to find a good nail place that isn't a pricey salon.  And it's even harder to find a nail place in which all the techs speak understandable English.  Allure Nails is such place!  

I had my nails done by Loanne, and she was great- very…

Harkins Cine Capri at Tempe Marketplace

2000 E Rio Salado Parkway
Tempe, AZ 85281

x x. writes: Harkins 16 is a brand new theater located on Rio Salado Parkway.  It's in a huge Desert-Ridge looking shopping complex that still isn't finished.  Most stores aren't open yet, and the place pretty much looks like a ghost town.

But Harkins is open, and…

Sol Y Sombra

20707 N Pima Rd
Ste L200
Scottsdale, AZ 85250

Stevey P. writes: Simply amazing and completely fitting for a 500th review.  

I don't know that a more lengthy first sentence can do it any better. I'll spare you from the I went to Spain bullcrap, but I do know good Spanish dining on several different levels and Sol y…

Jade Bar

5700 E McDonald Dr
Paradise Valley, AZ 85253

Kristin S. writes: I feel Jade Bar deserves it's own separate entry because it is a much different experience than Elements and people go to Sanctuary for the specific purpose of going to Jade Bar.  It's its own destination.

I picked up my husband from the airport after…

Avalon Books & Hobbies

1510 N Scottsdale Road
Tempe, AZ 85281

Calamari F. writes: You absolutely, positively need a 1:48 model car kit manufactured by Renwal in 1966, don't you? Don't you? Can we talk about mid-century books on ammunition, then? How about vintage war plane kits and used books about wars you hadn't even known…

Mariscos Playa Hermosa

1605 E Garfield St
Phoenix, AZ 85006

Sabrina S. writes: Usually when I visit my family in Phoenix it takes what seems like a lifetime to find a place to eat that is not the tried, true, and tired.  Eating at this modest restaurant was the culinary highlight of my trip to Phoenix.  I implore all…

Mango's Mexican Cafe

44 W Main St
Mesa, AZ 85201

Prissy C. writes: Good salsa and super crispy thick chips, with that alone Mangos (along with the other De La Cruz restaurants) is worth it for breakfast, lunch or dinner.

Their Comida Norteno is typical with cheese, refried beans and tacos. The portions are a good…

Mikado Sushi

3125 S Alma School Rd
Chandler, AZ 85248

Hilary P. writes: I can't believe no one has reviewed Mikado!  Probably because no one can find Mikado....hmmm...

I tried this place one night for dinner just after my husband and I moved to Chandler.  We were sick of the chain restaurant hell that is Chandler and…

Fibber Magee's

1989 W Elliot Rd
Chandler, AZ 85224

Alicia B. writes: This place is hands-down one cool place to hang. From hardwood floors to wooden barrels as mini-bars, you can't go wrong here. If you're with a group, you have options - tables near the music or wooden benches tucked in the back corner, just right of…

LifeLock

6515 S Rural Rd
Ste 104
Tempe, AZ 85283

Donovan T. writes: I can't believe that no one has posted a review for this yet. I thought that someone would've posted something on LifeLock. Oh well. It's a good identity theft  agency. They act fast and the contact is good. I feel safe knowing that my name and my…

Darque Tan

1819 N Scottsdale Road
Scottsdale, AZ 85257

Alicia B. writes: My inital reaction: Very clean, bright and organized. These folks have tanning down to a science. From package deals to pro-rated fees and upgrades, you don't have to worry about streching your buck. They'll take your money and figure out the math.…

Philosophy, Inc.

3809 East Watkins
Phoenix, AZ 85034

Jennifer A. writes: I've never tried their make-up line, but I think their skin care/body products are very good.

They are always themed and they smell great.  I often give out their gift sets and products as presents to friends.

They also are a very charitable…

Teeter House Tea Room & Jazz

622 E Adams St
Phoenix, AZ 85004

Eric P. writes: The best sandwich I've had in my life was one I had at the Teeter House ... the Prosciutto, Salami and Imported Provolone sandwhich.  I was so addicted to it one summer, I walked over there maybe 3-4 times a week to order it.  It was bizzare rolling…

Hyatt Regency Phoenix

122 N 2nd Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85003

Cliff B. writes: Great location if you are attending an event in the convention center or watching a baseball or basketball game.  I found the rooms to be unimpressive and the local nightlife to be boring and mostly sports related. All of the nearby restaurants close…

China Chili

302 E Flower St
Phoenix, AZ 85012

Thomas S. writes: Wow, so this is the mecca of Chinese food in Phoenix? I mean don't get me wrong, I had some enjoyable items, but this is the Macayo's of Chinese restaurants. Undaring dishes with expected flavors delivered witha reasonable price. Now, mind you there…

Women's International Pharmacy

12012 N 111th Ave
Youngtown, AZ 85363

Joan S. writes: Excellent compounding pharmacy, affectionately known as "WIP".  I have been a mail-order customer for years; can't beat their prices.  They now have a new online store that offers nutritional supplements & other specialty items.  Second location in…

Buzz Nightclub

10345 N. Scottsdale Road
Paradise Valley, AZ 85253

x x. writes: I agree with the other reviewers...if you are underage, and want to go dance and drink red bull, this is the place to do it.  They have a separate spot for under and over 21-ers, so you are separated from the young if you're over 21 and don't want to…

Tao Garden

2050 N Alma School Rd
Chandler, AZ 85224

x x. writes: If you like Chinese food, you'll like Tao Garden.  It's standard, tasty Chinese food, and the menu is HUGE.  They have tons of different chow meins, lo meins, tofu dishes, seafood dishes and soups, so it makes it hard to choose.  The veggie spring…

Village Coffee Roastery

8120 N Hayden Rd
Scottsdale, AZ 85258

Gabi K. writes: I met D.D. here for coffee this morning... what a treat!  Obviously, the company was what I went for, but I was really pleased with the entire experience... I entered to a warm and cozy atmosphere and D.D. (who arrived before me) was saving a seat…

Golden Phoenix Chinese Restaurant

6048 N 16th St
Phoenix, AZ 85016

Bobby Q. writes: This place has been here as long as I can remember.  I have replace the not-so Super Dragon with this place, and I'm happy I did.  The quality is good, service is good and friendly (unlike Super Dragon) and its easy to have an enjoyable meal here.

Last Chance Bargain Shoes & Apparel

1919 E Camelback Rd Ste 1
Phoenix, AZ 85016

nicole c. writes: Last Chance is my strip-mall desert oasis where the shoe orphans of Nordies await. Except, prices are even more slashed and for some reason the selection is wild & crazy...like a shoe zoo! ROAR!
Like an orphan who was did partial time in a foster…

Extreme Internet

8655 E Via De Ventura
Scottsdale, AZ 85258

Cyan C. writes: Best ISP in Arizona.  I prefer "Ma and Pa" ISPs.  They treat you the best and they value your business.  Extreme Internet is a shining example of both.  I live in San Francisco and I still use them for a few services.  They are good people.

Matthew Moore

www.urbanplough.com
Waddell, AZ 85355

Andrea D. writes: Nerd Alert: I was listening to Studio 360 on NPR yesterday and heard about a farmer named Matthew Moore who lives just outside Phoenix, Arizona. You can read about him at http://www.urbanplough.... Among other projects, he has made a 20-acre field of…

Claim Jumper Restaurant

1530 W Baseline Rd
Tempe, AZ 85283

Stevey P. writes: I'm gonna take some heat for this, but I really don't care.  I LOVE Claim Jumper.  Say what you will about chain this and chain that, but I hold this restaurant higher than your average chain and with reason.

It takes everything bad about American…

Big City BBQ

5118 S Rural Rd & Baseline
Tempe, AZ 85282

Doreen M. writes: My new favorite restaurant, and not just because my mom likes it.