Handlebar-J

7116 E Becker Ln
Scottsdale, AZ 85254

Bil Z. writes: Don't really go to these types of bars a lot (a handful of times), but this was a very enjoyable evening.  Don't line dance, but my wife got out there and kicked up her heels a bit.  The food is good, the atmosphere friendly, and the crowd was great.…

Ruth's Chris Steak House

7001 N Scottsdale Rd Ste 290
Paradise Valley, AZ 85253

Sarah G. writes: What can I say ~ I Love Ruth's Chris!

From the moment I walked in I was waited on with the utmost attention.

I made a reservation for some friends and I.
I arrived early so I sat at the bar and ordered some calamari(see pics)

PJ the bartender took very…

Steamers Genuine Seafood

2576 E Camelback Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85016

Nobbi L. writes: So, why 5 stars. Well, first of all I loved the ambiance. It was an overcast, dreary day in PHX. Yet, inside this place was just really nice. My waitress, Victoria, was a 5+. I had the crab louis which was really good. And I had the Manhattan clam…

Fish Market Restaurant

1720 E Camelback Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85016

Amy D. writes: HUGE selection!  Went with my lil sis last night.  She had oysters for an appetizer, I had the crab/shrimp combo cocktail.  Delish!  The oysters were perfectly briny.
I was SO thankful they had an extensive grilled menu!  The mahi mahi had just the…

Lahacienda

7575 E Princess Dr
Scottsdale, AZ 85255

kikiree K. writes: flavorful, gourmet, worth-your-money Spanish/Mexican food! 5/5

I was blown away by the wonderful, delicious meal from La Hacienda last weekend. We started the meal with platter of fried cheese and spinach salad. They were good! For entree, I got a…

Jackie's Praying Mantis

7620 E McKellips Rd
Scottsdale, AZ 85257

Rhonda J. writes: This dive bar is frequented by a very colorful group of regulars and has karaoke on friday and saturday night.  the bartender is great, the patrons are sometimes friendly, and when we got a cab from there we were hailed as "the most coherant people"…

Otto Pizza & Pastry

804 S Ash Ave
Tempe, AZ 85281

Nick K. writes: This place was pretty good to me. I'll just sum the stars up:

(+1) - great tasting pizza
(+1) - friendly service
(+1) - two slices and a drink for $5.06
(+1) - I pay with a $10 bill, get a $5 bill back, don't need no stinkin' change
(+1) - My slices came…

Cafe La Bella

2605 N. 7th Street
Phoenix, AZ 85006

nicole n. writes: Charming, charming, charming.

I loved this place.  So much, in fact, I left my number with our server because I'm interested in working there a few nights a week come summer.

Cafe la Bella is next to a market and (I think) a car place) on 7th Street.…

Bill Johnson's Big Apple Restaurants

16810 N 19th Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85003

Brian S. writes: Another good friend is moving out of town in a couple of days and we've been checking out different restaurants we've wanted to try.  Well, we decided to check out Bill Johnson's today for a late lunch.  Now I'm a fan of his sauce you can buy at…

Eleve'

3118 E Camelback Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85016

sarah k. writes: Great spot for a business lunch. Small and cozy, but elegant at the same time. Inventive salads, sandwiches, and entrees on the lunch menu.  Eleve reminds me of bistro type resturants in SF.  Billed as "contemporary American cuisine."   I think lunch…

Martini Ranch

7295 E Stetson Dr
Scottsdale, AZ 85251

Dallas G. writes: Have you ever had a caricature drawn of you and a buddy? Did you worry that your enormous nose would be distorted to eight times its normal yet already abundant size? So while your female friend is cute, which you know the lecherous caricature artist…

Jilly's American Grill

7301 E Butherus Dr
Scottsdale, AZ 85260

Brooke P. writes: It has gone down hill over the years. :(

Used to be the only thing in North Scottsdale and now it's out shadowed by Fox Sports Grill and all the other great stuff at Kierland and the Promenade.  

Food used to be great, now it's what I would call okay.…

Graham Central Station

7850 S Priest Dr
Tempe, AZ 85284

David G. writes: I first learned about Graham's Central Station about 4 years ago and have gone there a few times a year.  It's been about 6 months since my last visit and decided to meet some friends there this past Saturday night.  

To get the most for your money,…

Ra Sushi Bar Restaurant

3815 N Scottsdale Rd
Scottsdale, AZ 85251

Brandon M. writes: This scene is the hippest restaurant in Scottsdale. Young attractive, friendly wait staff, loud music, very loud music, not a place to talk business but after business talk. Ok, no business talk when you are scoping the scenes. Place to meet people…

Caffe Boa - Ahwatukee

5063 E. Elliot Road
Phoenix, AZ 85044

Lori P. writes: Took my Chicago-area parents here recently. We loved the experience... small, cozy atmosphere, lovely patio with little twinkling lights and heaters if its chilly, misters if its warm. Delicious gourmet cuisine was enjoyed by all. Dad was wow-ed by…

Sticklers

30 N 3rd Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85003

Aaron I. writes: Chicken salad sandwich with provolone on a toasted french bun, mmmm!!!!!!  This is one of those typical downtown lunch time sandwich places, where you order and seat yourself or get take away.  Quality sandwiches that you really can't go wrong with,…

Different Pointe of View

11111 N 7th St
Phoenix, AZ 85020

Chad S. writes: I've eaten at this restaurant a couple of times now, and had a really nice experience both times. However, I have to qualify that by stating that both times have been with large (large = ~300 people) groups. And I haven't paid a dime out of my pocket…

Ninja Japanese Restaurant

2330 N Alma School Rd
Ste 130
Chandler, AZ 85224

Jake S. writes: I go to Ninja regularly and for the price, it can't be beat.  Ninja doesn't have the best sushi in the East valley (Sushi Eye in Tempe is better), but it's a great place to go for the all-you-can-eat sushi.  $20 will get you endless sushi and a bowl…

Fox Sports Grill

16203 N Scottsdale Rd
Scottsdale, AZ 85254

Brian S. writes: I went here for the 1st time Friday night, well, Friday for happy hour and it was pretty good.  They have shitty bourbon (Ten High) as their Well bourbon.  The drink had way too much ice, not enough of the liquid goodness....but then again, I didn't…

Wild Oats Natural Marketplace

13823 N Tatum Blvd
Phoenix, AZ 85032

Bil Z. writes: Pretty good store for "natural foods".  Very good selection, and the staff is incredibly helpful if you are not well versed in health foods.

Arena Sports Grill

6245 E Bell Rd Ste 101
Scottsdale, AZ 85254

Scott E. writes: Cool little sports bar. It's never really busy, but never empty.. kinda weird. They have great specials including a beer of the month- 2.50 a pint. This month (August) is Sierra Nevada.

The food is surprisingly good. They have the 2nd best wings…

Lone Star Steakhouse & Saloon

11055 N Scottsdale Rd
Scottsdale, AZ 85254

Bil Z. writes: I have to say, this is by far the best chain of the "steakhouse" ilk.  The meat was done to the stage we asked, it was tender.  The sides were prepared well, and the staff was very friendly...  all in all a pleasant surprise.  So much so, we've been…

Eli's American Grille

7000 E Shea Blvd
Scottsdale, AZ 85254

Bil Z. writes: The food is above average, the drinks are pretty good.  They have live music (70-80-90's) on Friday and Saturday, and the place gets packed with 20 through 50 somethings, so if you want a seat, get there before 8:30.  The dance floor isn't too large,…

Sushi N' Rock

15111 N Hayden Rd
Scottsdale, AZ 85260

Laura R. writes: I'm pretty sure this place is long gone now but it was a cool place I wish they had something like this around now my daughter would love it.

Downside Risk Grille & Bar

14950 N Northsight Blvd
Scottsdale, AZ 85260

Bil Z. writes: This is in an out of the way place, but the food is good, and the drinks are priced right.  There is indoor and outdoor seating, and live music the nights we've been there.  Usually pretty good music which varies from folk to rock and in between.

Pointe In Tyme

11111 N 7th St
Phoenix, AZ 85020

Laura M. writes: It's a totally different experience than DPOV....totally different.

This restaurant is like an old English library with some really fabulous eats. I think we have only enjoyed filet mignon here but I am telling you...it was really delicious. Of…

Duck & Decanter

1651 E Camelback Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85016

Stevey P. writes: As another reviewer wrote this place definitely feels LGO in ways. But not exactly, it feels like a not-as-hip twin LGO grocery/wine store in Omaha, circa 1983.

Not that that's bad or anything.  There's always some nostalgic value for places that…

Copper Ridge Middle School

10101 E Thompson Peak Pkwy
Scottsdale, AZ 85255

Shawn G. writes: Great school, great teachers, and a great location.

Arcadia Farms

7014 E 1st Ave
Scottsdale, AZ 85251

Thomas S. writes: Wow. What a trip. The quintessential ladies who lunch spot. I thought for sure I'd see June Cleaver here. These women shop and lunch for sport. I'm sure they lettered it in back in the day. A lovely shaded and flowered patio full of wine swilling…

Pink Pony

3831 N Scottsdale Rd
Scottsdale, AZ 85251

Heather R. writes: With a name like, "The Pink Pony," I was expecting a strip club.  I was pretty sure my parents and their friends wouldn't take me to see naked ladies dancing, but I couldn't help but wonder if they were undergoing some sort of dementia.  Once we…

Olive Garden Italian Restaurant

6201 E Southern Ave
Mesa, AZ 85206

Rinne R. writes: By far, way better service than the ones in the Bay Area!  Our waiter, Rachel, was very warm and friendly, and anticipated all of our needs...from drink refills to when our entrees will be ready ("just a few more minutes"), she was never late with…

Drip Coffee Lounge

2325 N 7th St
Phoenix, AZ 85006

Cole W. writes: hater

A person that simply cannot be happy for another person's success. So rather than be happy they make a point of exposing a flaw in that person.

Our office recently discovered Drip and everyone loves it. The people are great and the coffee and…

Fascinations Sexy Superstore

838 W Elliot Rd
Tempe, AZ 85284

Alexandria I. writes: TOY overload!  What a fun shop to go into and just look.  This place is clean, brightly lit.  The staff is fun and not overbearing.  They have everything from fun shaped mints to every toy and guide imagineable.  you never leave without purchasing…

Washington Mutual

4802 E Ray Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85044

Heather S. writes: I have several bank accounts with different banks to take advantage of different bank bonuses, interest rates, promotions, etc. But through it all, this WaMu has remained my primary B&M bank.  

The staff is always incredibly friendly, and they make me…

DOS Gringos Trailer Park Restaurant

1001 E. 8th St.
Tempe, AZ 85281

w w. writes: Went here the other day...reminded me of my carefree college days.  

Wait...carefree?  Homework, papers, tests, two jobs....hmm, maybe they weren't so carefree after all.

Anyways, it's always fun to go back to my old stompin' grounds, but I never went…

J Bar

7353 East Indian School Road
Scottsdale, AZ 85250

Sher J. writes: Very fun! We saw the manager of Tool/Jimmy Eats World here this past weekend. Fun, killer crowd, great atmosphere. Check it out!

Capital Grille

16489 N Scottsdale Rd
Scottsdale, AZ 85254

Ken A. writes: I ate here last weekend with the wife and we had an excellent time.  The table next to us was covered in rose petals and I made the comment I should have done the same thing for my wife.  The server came by a few minutes later and spread rose petals…

Club Tattoo

1212 E Apache Blvd
Ste 104
Tempe, AZ 85281

Arthemis G. writes: oh i have no idea who they are, but their 11 year anniversary party is this sat, and guess who is in the house?  

story of the year
fort minor
z-trip
B.O.W.
Wicked Wisdon
Dirtry Heads

HEHE, the best thing that Tempe has to offer since I moved here.