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Review votes:
54 Useful, 15 Funny, and 34 Cool
Location
Scottsdale, AZ
Yelping SinceJanuary 2007
Find Me InSan Diego, L.A., or Phoenix...
My HometownLos Angeles, CA
When I'm Not Yelping...I'm elsewhere on the intertube
My First ConcertMilli Vanilli (not even joking)
My Last Meal On Earthsushi
Current CrushMy husband
Date
I love this place! One of my favorite spots to go relax and get a pedicure. It has a clean, nicely decorated and relaxing atmosphere. The service is very professional: plenty of quality polishes, design options, comfy chairs, friendly staff, etc.
141 E Jackson St
Phoenix, AZ 85004
(602) 253-7337
Phoenix, AZ 85004
(602) 253-7337
Alice Cooperstown
Categories: Sports Bars, American (Traditional)
Cooperstown is a typical sports bar. And it has pretty much what you would expect: greasy (but yummy) food, decent beer selection, and plenty of televisions. However, all the screens upstairs were turned off when I went.
The goofy staff "uniforms" didn't bother me at all. My waitress even charmed the kids -- despite having trademark "Cooper" eyeliner, heavy tattoos, and goth ensemble. I thought they'd be freaked out, but they took it all in stride. The service was both speedy and polite. I'd go again.
The goofy staff "uniforms" didn't bother me at all. My waitress even charmed the kids -- despite having trademark "Cooper" eyeliner, heavy tattoos, and goth ensemble. I thought they'd be freaked out, but they took it all in stride. The service was both speedy and polite. I'd go again.
Solid BBQ. Great Southern treats. Yummy biscuits and Apple Butter!
Now the reasons you may want to reconsider:
-- Extreme Portions. This may be a good thing for some, but I found myself feeling very wasteful about half-way through the meal. There was simply no way I was going to finish, and since I was planning to walk around the Marketplace afterwords - I knew the food wouldn't keep.
-- Extreme Prices. We dropped in with the kids, because we thought it would be family friendly and moderately priced. Imagine my surprise when I opened the menu. All the entree's were $20+ Even kids meals were $8 dollars... better mortgage the house if you want to get drinks too!
-- Better Options. Yes, this place is great. But for the price, I could find comparable spots to eat. The main advantage to Lucille's is that it is barbecue in the right location (Tempe Marketplace).
Now the reasons you may want to reconsider:
-- Extreme Portions. This may be a good thing for some, but I found myself feeling very wasteful about half-way through the meal. There was simply no way I was going to finish, and since I was planning to walk around the Marketplace afterwords - I knew the food wouldn't keep.
-- Extreme Prices. We dropped in with the kids, because we thought it would be family friendly and moderately priced. Imagine my surprise when I opened the menu. All the entree's were $20+ Even kids meals were $8 dollars... better mortgage the house if you want to get drinks too!
-- Better Options. Yes, this place is great. But for the price, I could find comparable spots to eat. The main advantage to Lucille's is that it is barbecue in the right location (Tempe Marketplace).
1201 N Galvin Pkwy
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(480) 941-1217
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(480) 941-1217
Desert Botanical Gardens
Category: Botanical Gardens
I've been to the Desert Botanical Garden many times, and each time it gets more enjoyable. When I first moved to the Phoenix -- I was totally ignorant to all the beauty of desert life. This garden has helped me to see the errors of my ways. There is so much variety to be found between cacti and succulents. As well as a multitude of desert critters :)
There are several events hosted throughout the year to make DBG worth revisits -- Flashlight Tours, Jazz in the Garden, Butterfly Exhibits, etc. The staff is knowledgeable and enthusiastic. The grounds are well manicured and well planned out (wide meandering trails, specialized gardens, nice garden shop and folk art displays). It's great for both family and singles alike.
Lately, there has been a bit of construction as they have been improving their garden... but I don't mind, cause its all in an effort to make the place more enjoyable.
There are several events hosted throughout the year to make DBG worth revisits -- Flashlight Tours, Jazz in the Garden, Butterfly Exhibits, etc. The staff is knowledgeable and enthusiastic. The grounds are well manicured and well planned out (wide meandering trails, specialized gardens, nice garden shop and folk art displays). It's great for both family and singles alike.
Lately, there has been a bit of construction as they have been improving their garden... but I don't mind, cause its all in an effort to make the place more enjoyable.
213 Windward Ave
Venice, CA 90291
(310) 396-8783
Venice, CA 90291
(310) 396-8783
Hama
Categories: Sushi Bars, Japanese, Caterers
Neighborhood: Venice
Solid sushi spot. Plenty expensive, but hey it's Venice...
53 3rd St
San Francisco, CA 94105
(415) 278-0443
San Francisco, CA 94105
(415) 278-0443
California Pizza Kitchen
Categories: Pizza, American (New)
Neighborhoods: Union Square, SOMA
A really good place to get food on your way to MoMA. CPK is a favorite stand-by... they never dazzle me - but I know I can get a a nice meal at a fair price. The servers at this CPK were especially nice.
432 Powell St
San Francisco, CA 94102
(415) 395-8555
San Francisco, CA 94102
(415) 395-8555
Scala's Bistro
Category: Italian
Neighborhood: Union Square
Honestly can't find one complaint.
Service, food, atmosphere, variety of dishes, price... they were all exceptional.
Service, food, atmosphere, variety of dishes, price... they were all exceptional.
Loved this place. Jim and Jamie rock!
They are super helpful hosts, that will give you the low-down on what is good, great, and so-so in Napa. Rooms and decor are typical bed-n-breakfast with more of a modern flair. Breaksfast was wonderful (which is easy when one of the hosts is a chef). There is also a beautiful courtyard/garden on site.
So why no five stars? Accommodations were nice, but not 5 star hotel great . Also, there is a noise curfew and no television in your room. If you are looking for peace and quiet, that is great. But sometimes its nice to cuddle with your honey with a bottle of wine and a good movie.
They are super helpful hosts, that will give you the low-down on what is good, great, and so-so in Napa. Rooms and decor are typical bed-n-breakfast with more of a modern flair. Breaksfast was wonderful (which is easy when one of the hosts is a chef). There is also a beautiful courtyard/garden on site.
So why no five stars? Accommodations were nice, but not 5 star hotel great . Also, there is a noise curfew and no television in your room. If you are looking for peace and quiet, that is great. But sometimes its nice to cuddle with your honey with a bottle of wine and a good movie.
3603 Ocean Ranch Blvd
Oceanside, CA 92056
(760) 722-9600
Oceanside, CA 92056
(760) 722-9600
Residence Inn by Marriott
Category: Hotels
Neighborhood: Oceanside
Finding a decent spot to stay in O-side with the family is no easy feat. You would think that a moderately-high priced hotel by the Ocean would be nice -- but you would be wrong. I've been constantly disappointing by the noisy, rundown and/or crowded by beachbum type offerings. It might be fine when you are out to have a wild time with friends, but it certainly isn't when you are trying to put down a tired two year old.
This place is less central, but in a newer business park. The service is great, rooms clean and you have a full suite to your disposal. I didn't really need the kitchen as much I thought I would, but it was reassuring to know it was there. There are a few little eating spots within walking distance (BBQ, Pinkberry knock-off, etc). The hotel offers full buffet breakfast - which is quite good, _if_ you can get it. The breakfast experience is actually why I rated this place 3 stars instead of 4. It's just too tiring to try to fight the mobs of people in their serving room. It's amusing that a hotel that looks only half-occupied can suddenly become so popular when you introduce free food.
This place is less central, but in a newer business park. The service is great, rooms clean and you have a full suite to your disposal. I didn't really need the kitchen as much I thought I would, but it was reassuring to know it was there. There are a few little eating spots within walking distance (BBQ, Pinkberry knock-off, etc). The hotel offers full buffet breakfast - which is quite good, _if_ you can get it. The breakfast experience is actually why I rated this place 3 stars instead of 4. It's just too tiring to try to fight the mobs of people in their serving room. It's amusing that a hotel that looks only half-occupied can suddenly become so popular when you introduce free food.
Meh.
That's about as much enthusiasm as I can muster for this place...
That's about as much enthusiasm as I can muster for this place...
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