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Ah-maaaazing specialty donuts and Korean-style chicken. Ramen on Sundays.
10 helybéli ajánlásával
Welcome Chicken and Donuts
1535 E Buckeye Rd
10 helybéli ajánlásával
Ah-maaaazing specialty donuts and Korean-style chicken. Ramen on Sundays.
On all the latest lists of the best BBQ in the USA. SO. GOOD. Give me enough notice and I can pre-order for you, save us both the two hour wait in line. Happy to.
39 helybéli ajánlásával
Little Miss BBQ-University
4301 E University Dr
39 helybéli ajánlásával
On all the latest lists of the best BBQ in the USA. SO. GOOD. Give me enough notice and I can pre-order for you, save us both the two hour wait in line. Happy to.
Outdoor brunch at its absolute best. Closed summers.
7 helybéli ajánlásával
Morning Glory Cafe
6106 S 32nd St
7 helybéli ajánlásával
Outdoor brunch at its absolute best. Closed summers.
Farm to Table is pretty good when the farm is right at the front door. Dustin Cristofolo trained in Italy and has cooked at the James Beard house. For a special occasion, won't disappoint, and the setting is a warm , elegant farmhouse surrounded by 200 year old pecan trees. You will never believe you are six miles from downtown.
8 helybéli ajánlásával
Quiessence
6106 S 32nd St
8 helybéli ajánlásával
Farm to Table is pretty good when the farm is right at the front door. Dustin Cristofolo trained in Italy and has cooked at the James Beard house. For a special occasion, won't disappoint, and the setting is a warm , elegant farmhouse surrounded by 200 year old pecan trees. You will never believe you are six miles from downtown.
It's in a tough neighborhood but everyone is all smiles when they get a Carolina's burrito or tortillas to go. Best way: order your burrito of choice foot long, enchilada style, with a butter tortilla on the side. Long lines at lunch because it is that good. Closes at 7.
15 helybéli ajánlásával
Carolina's
1202 E Mohave St
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It's in a tough neighborhood but everyone is all smiles when they get a Carolina's burrito or tortillas to go. Best way: order your burrito of choice foot long, enchilada style, with a butter tortilla on the side. Long lines at lunch because it is that good. Closes at 7.
Local family doing ice cream right. I love the "Laveen Concrete Mix."
Scooptacular
5150 W Baseline Rd
Local family doing ice cream right. I love the "Laveen Concrete Mix."
Best Chef Southwest nominee Charleen Badman isn't called "The Veggie Whisperer" for nothing. A bodega-style market of local products, produce, and wine is right next door.
51 helybéli ajánlásával
FnB Restaurant
7125 E 5th Ave
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Best Chef Southwest nominee Charleen Badman isn't called "The Veggie Whisperer" for nothing. A bodega-style market of local products, produce, and wine is right next door.
The only thing better than the food here is the cocktail list.
44 helybéli ajánlásával
Bar Pesce
3603 E Indian School Rd
44 helybéli ajánlásával
The only thing better than the food here is the cocktail list.
You would never guess that the menu is about half vegetarian or gluten-free, because the varied menu is packed with smokey flavor. I like to think of it a comfort food done healthy - but not so as you'd notice, you know? Will please both the picky eaters and the foodies in your group.
63 helybéli ajánlásával
Beckett's Table
3717 E Indian School Rd
63 helybéli ajánlásával
You would never guess that the menu is about half vegetarian or gluten-free, because the varied menu is packed with smokey flavor. I like to think of it a comfort food done healthy - but not so as you'd notice, you know? Will please both the picky eaters and the foodies in your group.
Dongbei style noodles and dumplings made while you watch.
22 helybéli ajánlásával
Chou's Kitchen
910 N Alma School Rd
22 helybéli ajánlásával
Dongbei style noodles and dumplings made while you watch.
This is a BYO neighborhood sushi joint with flawlessly fresh fish and inventive execution. I ignore the menu and order off the specials board or ask for omakase. Popular with local chefs and foodies.
38 helybéli ajánlásával
Hana Japanese Eatery
5524 N 7th Ave
38 helybéli ajánlásával
This is a BYO neighborhood sushi joint with flawlessly fresh fish and inventive execution. I ignore the menu and order off the specials board or ask for omakase. Popular with local chefs and foodies.
A modern izakaya in a historic bungalow set in the middle of eveything going on downtown. Chef Nobuo Fukuda is one of the great talents in Phoenix. Call ahead and put yourself in his hands for his tasting menu or just show up and enjoy yourself a la carte.
25 helybéli ajánlásával
Nobuo at Teeter House
622 E Adams St
25 helybéli ajánlásával
A modern izakaya in a historic bungalow set in the middle of eveything going on downtown. Chef Nobuo Fukuda is one of the great talents in Phoenix. Call ahead and put yourself in his hands for his tasting menu or just show up and enjoy yourself a la carte.
Afghan/Pakistani style deliciousness. Lamb mantoo, pilafs, kebabs all served family-style. No liquor license.
Khyber Halal Restaurant & Catering
4030 N 24th St
Afghan/Pakistani style deliciousness. Lamb mantoo, pilafs, kebabs all served family-style. No liquor license.
Chef Stephen does elevated low country food; tasty Southern cuisine with sharp, dialed-in flavors paired with surprising cocktails. Want a Bloody made with vodka infused with Nashville Hot fried chicken skins? They can do that for you here.
10 helybéli ajánlásával
the larder and the delta
200 West Portland Street
10 helybéli ajánlásával
Chef Stephen does elevated low country food; tasty Southern cuisine with sharp, dialed-in flavors paired with surprising cocktails. Want a Bloody made with vodka infused with Nashville Hot fried chicken skins? They can do that for you here.
Northern Chinese food including toothsome hand-pulled noodles of many kinds, cumin lamb, short ribs so glazed and tender they're practically meat candy, whole Szechuan fish. Bring a crowd so you can order more.
Shaanxi Garden
67 North Dobson Road
Northern Chinese food including toothsome hand-pulled noodles of many kinds, cumin lamb, short ribs so glazed and tender they're practically meat candy, whole Szechuan fish. Bring a crowd so you can order more.
Used to be Crudo, but the chef and mixologist's stylings haven't changed. Hidden, warm, stylish room where you won't be sorry for trying anything on the menu. It's all good.
44 helybéli ajánlásával
Bar Pesce
3603 E Indian School Rd
44 helybéli ajánlásával
Used to be Crudo, but the chef and mixologist's stylings haven't changed. Hidden, warm, stylish room where you won't be sorry for trying anything on the menu. It's all good.
Chef Leo and his team are doing wonderful things with their omakase here - you may place yourself in their hands without fear. Or, order one of the savory don nabe stews. Tiny spot that gets busy, and rightfully so.
Sushi Nakano
4025 E Chandler Blvd
Chef Leo and his team are doing wonderful things with their omakase here - you may place yourself in their hands without fear. Or, order one of the savory don nabe stews. Tiny spot that gets busy, and rightfully so.
Oprah loves Chris Bianco and she's never wrong, right? You would think that such a famous spot would be more assuming, but this is a lovely spot to sit at the bar and nosh.
237 helybéli ajánlásával
Pizzeria Bianco
623 E Adams St
237 helybéli ajánlásával
Oprah loves Chris Bianco and she's never wrong, right? You would think that such a famous spot would be more assuming, but this is a lovely spot to sit at the bar and nosh.
This is my favorite restaurant in Phoenix and that's all I can say about that. Chris Bianco's food in a very cozy room, it's a perfect evening.
25 helybéli ajánlásával
Tratto
1505 East Van Buren Street
25 helybéli ajánlásával
This is my favorite restaurant in Phoenix and that's all I can say about that. Chris Bianco's food in a very cozy room, it's a perfect evening.
The cafe on University closed and moved to Arcadia. Pretty room worth lingering a few hours with the ladies, enjoying fine French patisserie, macarons, and coffee.
39 helybéli ajánlásával
Essence Bakery Cafe
3830 E Indian School Rd
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The cafe on University closed and moved to Arcadia. Pretty room worth lingering a few hours with the ladies, enjoying fine French patisserie, macarons, and coffee.
This tap room and all-purpose funkified coffee shop used to be a JiffyLube. Bonus, there is a secret speakeasy Tiki bar down below the converted oil-change bay; it's called Undertow. Need to call ahead to get down there.
172 helybéli ajánlásával
Sip Coffee & Beer
3617 N Goldwater Blvd
172 helybéli ajánlásával
This tap room and all-purpose funkified coffee shop used to be a JiffyLube. Bonus, there is a secret speakeasy Tiki bar down below the converted oil-change bay; it's called Undertow. Need to call ahead to get down there.
Chef Claudio Urcioli doing his best casual, seasonal menu with the finest ingredients. Very healthy stuff. He always looks a little grouchy and his flavors pull no punches, but if food is love, this guy is overflowing with it.
11 helybéli ajánlásával
Pa'la
2107 N 24th St
11 helybéli ajánlásával
Chef Claudio Urcioli doing his best casual, seasonal menu with the finest ingredients. Very healthy stuff. He always looks a little grouchy and his flavors pull no punches, but if food is love, this guy is overflowing with it.
Watch downtown go by and get the best hipster coffee we have to offer.
26 helybéli ajánlásával
Cartel Coffee Lab
1 N 1st St
26 helybéli ajánlásával
Watch downtown go by and get the best hipster coffee we have to offer.
This is the third of the eateries on the historic Farm At South Mountain property. All-outdoor picnic lunches under the 200-year-old pecan trees. Soups and sandwiches made with the farm fuits, veggies, and eggs raised onsite.
6 helybéli ajánlásával
The Farm Kitchen
6106 S 32nd St
6 helybéli ajánlásával
This is the third of the eateries on the historic Farm At South Mountain property. All-outdoor picnic lunches under the 200-year-old pecan trees. Soups and sandwiches made with the farm fuits, veggies, and eggs raised onsite.
Soak up the vibe of Melrose, one of Phoenix's most eclectic neighborhoods. Pies come both sweet and savory here.
Mamma Toledo's The Pie Hole
15414 N 7th St
Soak up the vibe of Melrose, one of Phoenix's most eclectic neighborhoods. Pies come both sweet and savory here.
Chef Justin Beckett's other place, has a large patio overlooking the Central & Camelback light rail stop, so it's a convenient place to pop in and enjoy an afternoon. This shares a building with a fantastic Changing Hands bookstore with a wine bar in the middle of it, and an adorable garden decor shop. I mean between that and the comfort food, it's like they designed a place specifically for me. Hard not to spend several hours here.
28 helybéli ajánlásával
Southern Rail Restaurant
300 W Camelback Rd
28 helybéli ajánlásával
Chef Justin Beckett's other place, has a large patio overlooking the Central & Camelback light rail stop, so it's a convenient place to pop in and enjoy an afternoon. This shares a building with a fantastic Changing Hands bookstore with a wine bar in the middle of it, and an adorable garden decor shop. I mean between that and the comfort food, it's like they designed a place specifically for me. Hard not to spend several hours here.
The best breakfast you can get in the East Valley, I promise
29 helybéli ajánlásával
Crêpe Bar
7520 S Rural Rd
29 helybéli ajánlásával
The best breakfast you can get in the East Valley, I promise
The freshest in town, driven off the docks in San Diego daily. Known for gorgeously composed poke bowls with garden-fresh toppings originally, the new uptown location has a wider menu and beer & wine available.
15 helybéli ajánlásával
Chula Seafood Uptown
100 E Camelback Rd
15 helybéli ajánlásával
The freshest in town, driven off the docks in San Diego daily. Known for gorgeously composed poke bowls with garden-fresh toppings originally, the new uptown location has a wider menu and beer & wine available.
All the same award-winning BBQ as the original but with more, and more comfortable, seating.
37 helybéli ajánlásával
Little Miss BBQ Sunnyslope
8901 N 7th St
37 helybéli ajánlásával
All the same award-winning BBQ as the original but with more, and more comfortable, seating.
Thai food the way you get it in Thailand, straight north on 24th St a few miles in the neighborhood of Arcadia. Small menu in a refitted cottage, wonderful specials, and one of the best bartenders in town get your evening off to a great start. Kitty-corner from the foodiest restaurant in town, Binkley's.
66 helybéli ajánlásával
Glai Baan
2333 E Osborn Rd
66 helybéli ajánlásával
Thai food the way you get it in Thailand, straight north on 24th St a few miles in the neighborhood of Arcadia. Small menu in a refitted cottage, wonderful specials, and one of the best bartenders in town get your evening off to a great start. Kitty-corner from the foodiest restaurant in town, Binkley's.

Drinks & Nightlife

Just trust me here.
151 helybéli ajánlásával
Bitter & Twisted Cocktail Parlour
1 W Jefferson St
151 helybéli ajánlásával
Just trust me here.
You're not a local until you've been.
72 helybéli ajánlásával
The Lost Leaf
914 N 5th St
72 helybéli ajánlásával
You're not a local until you've been.
24 beers on tap, wine on tap, Crowlers filled, get the sausage platter or the spam sliders and a homemade Pop Tart for dessert. I like their TV dinner specials, too.
114 helybéli ajánlásával
Angels Trumpet Ale House
810 N 2nd St
114 helybéli ajánlásával
24 beers on tap, wine on tap, Crowlers filled, get the sausage platter or the spam sliders and a homemade Pop Tart for dessert. I like their TV dinner specials, too.
Inventive and well-balanced cocktails, a stylish space, and lots of talent in the kitchen.
38 helybéli ajánlásával
Blue Hound Kitchen & Cocktails
2 E Jefferson St
38 helybéli ajánlásával
Inventive and well-balanced cocktails, a stylish space, and lots of talent in the kitchen.
Every time they release a new beer, they do a $10 raclette special, with that kind of high-octane tilting brazier which blisters the cheese and then they scrape that molten, oozing wonderfulness over baby potatoes and cornichons for you. Oh, and the beer's really good, too.
26 helybéli ajánlásával
Helton Brewing Company
2144 E Indian School Rd
26 helybéli ajánlásával
Every time they release a new beer, they do a $10 raclette special, with that kind of high-octane tilting brazier which blisters the cheese and then they scrape that molten, oozing wonderfulness over baby potatoes and cornichons for you. Oh, and the beer's really good, too.
I feel like this is more an afternoon spot, but ABB is insisting it goes in this category. Oh well. These are the tastiest brews in Phoenix, I'm saying.
48 helybéli ajánlásával
Wren House Brewing Company
2125 N 24th St
48 helybéli ajánlásával
I feel like this is more an afternoon spot, but ABB is insisting it goes in this category. Oh well. These are the tastiest brews in Phoenix, I'm saying.

Parks & Nature

See what the desert has to offer, stop and have a drink or meal at Gertude's, the on-site restaurant.
1231 helybéli ajánlásával
Desert Botanical Garden
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See what the desert has to offer, stop and have a drink or meal at Gertude's, the on-site restaurant.
Take this 2-mile trail to the top and take the Hidden Valley spur, squeeze through the house-sized boulder known as Fat Man's Pass. So Instagrammable! Many Likes! So Cactus.
29 helybéli ajánlásával
Mormon ösvény feje
8610 South 24th Street
29 helybéli ajánlásával
Take this 2-mile trail to the top and take the Hidden Valley spur, squeeze through the house-sized boulder known as Fat Man's Pass. So Instagrammable! Many Likes! So Cactus.
This is my favorite hike, up to Buena Vista and back is five miles, or you can take National across the top of the mountain and come back down Mormon trail for a vigorous 8-mile morning.
Geronimo Trailhead
9201 S 20th St
This is my favorite hike, up to Buena Vista and back is five miles, or you can take National across the top of the mountain and come back down Mormon trail for a vigorous 8-mile morning.
It's a fair drive out to Gold Canyon, the other side of Mesa, but this is a very pretty trail through a shady canyon and then up for a jaw-dropping view of the back of the Flatiron in the Superstitions. Very wild west, you'll love it.
53 helybéli ajánlásával
Peralta Trailhead
Peralta Road
53 helybéli ajánlásával
It's a fair drive out to Gold Canyon, the other side of Mesa, but this is a very pretty trail through a shady canyon and then up for a jaw-dropping view of the back of the Flatiron in the Superstitions. Very wild west, you'll love it.

Arts & Culture

Terrific exhibits, stunning building.
686 helybéli ajánlásával
Phoenix Művészeti Múzeum
1625 N Central Ave
686 helybéli ajánlásával
Terrific exhibits, stunning building.
Young and old alike will enjoy their time here. There are interactive exhibits and many rooms to explore. The Cafe food is delicious.
63 helybéli ajánlásával
Café Allegro
4725 E Mayo Blvd
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Young and old alike will enjoy their time here. There are interactive exhibits and many rooms to explore. The Cafe food is delicious.
Immerse yourself in the Southwest with a visit to this gorgeous adobe museum.
653 helybéli ajánlásával
Heard Múzeum
2301 N Central Ave
653 helybéli ajánlásával
Immerse yourself in the Southwest with a visit to this gorgeous adobe museum.

Shopping

Just the best and most carefully curated boutique for unique gifts, accessories, local crafts, the best souvenirs.
37 helybéli ajánlásával
Frances
10 W Camelback Rd
37 helybéli ajánlásával
Just the best and most carefully curated boutique for unique gifts, accessories, local crafts, the best souvenirs.
Elie Tahari and Kate Spade outlets! Ouch, my wallet.
118 helybéli ajánlásával
Phoenix Premium Outlets
4976 Premium Outlets Way
118 helybéli ajánlásával
Elie Tahari and Kate Spade outlets! Ouch, my wallet.
Changing Hands Bookstore & First Draft Book Bar
300 W Camelback Rd
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Changing Hands Bookstore
6428 S McClintock Dr
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Essentials

So close. I even grocery shop here about half the time.
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Target
2140 E Baseline Rd
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So close. I even grocery shop here about half the time.
I can get you a week guest pass, just ask.
17 helybéli ajánlásával
LA Fitness
63 E Southern Ave
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I can get you a week guest pass, just ask.

Getting Around

24th St/Baseline PNR station
This is a bus transit hub.
South Mountain Community Library
7050 S 24th St
This is a bus transit hub.