Guidebook for Phoenix

Joe & Jyoti
Guidebook for Phoenix

Food Scene

Fabulous and creative but yet not over the top... Locally owned! Local ingredients. Superb craft cocktails. Fantastic Happy Hour.... Fabulous patio. 602-222-3474
83 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Clever Koi
4236 N Central Ave
83 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Fabulous and creative but yet not over the top... Locally owned! Local ingredients. Superb craft cocktails. Fantastic Happy Hour.... Fabulous patio. 602-222-3474
Fabulous food.. Great Wine list... Great space... something what you would find in major cosmopolitan cities... Cafe, Wine Bar, Restaurant, Beer Garden all in different spaces... 602-687-9080... http://www.ocotillophx.com
95 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Ocotillo Restaurant
3243 N 3rd St
95 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Fabulous food.. Great Wine list... Great space... something what you would find in major cosmopolitan cities... Cafe, Wine Bar, Restaurant, Beer Garden all in different spaces... 602-687-9080... http://www.ocotillophx.com
A Phoenix tradition... Has been around for over 65 years. Great old world ambiance... Yes you do enter from the kitchen. Classic cocktails. Steaks are great... 602-264-5967 http://www.durantsaz.com
137 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Durant's
2611 N Central Ave
137 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
A Phoenix tradition... Has been around for over 65 years. Great old world ambiance... Yes you do enter from the kitchen. Classic cocktails. Steaks are great... 602-264-5967 http://www.durantsaz.com
FUN place... Great street tacos. Locally owned... Great margaritas... Just a fun place
102 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Joyride Taco House | Central
5202 N Central Ave
102 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
FUN place... Great street tacos. Locally owned... Great margaritas... Just a fun place
Outdoor seating! Great pizza & Pastas, Great Wine! Great Beer! Full Bar!
93 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Federal Pizza
5210 N Central Ave
93 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Outdoor seating! Great pizza & Pastas, Great Wine! Great Beer! Full Bar!
Fantastic location, great food with mediterranean flare, great prices, wonderful service! Whether you like steak, lamb, fish, seafood, chicken, pasta etc etc. its all great!
9 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Alexi's Grill
3550 N Central Ave
9 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Fantastic location, great food with mediterranean flare, great prices, wonderful service! Whether you like steak, lamb, fish, seafood, chicken, pasta etc etc. its all great!
The best Pizza Ever!!!!!! Great Italian food as well... Great Bar, Outdoor seating!
60 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Lou Malnati's Pizzeria
100 E Camelback Rd
60 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
The best Pizza Ever!!!!!! Great Italian food as well... Great Bar, Outdoor seating!
It is around the corner and walking distance from us. They have been in the valley in the same location for over 30years. Great Margaritas. Great Food. Great Happy Hour. Excellent Service. Locally owned and managed. Its a hidden local gem
26 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Mi Patio Mexican Restaurant
3347 N 7th Ave
26 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
It is around the corner and walking distance from us. They have been in the valley in the same location for over 30years. Great Margaritas. Great Food. Great Happy Hour. Excellent Service. Locally owned and managed. Its a hidden local gem
Fantastic and Authentic. Its right around the corner and a short walk away. A cute space locally owned and run by husband, wife & daughter team. They do serve beer and wine.
20 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Thai E-San
616 W Indian School Rd
20 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Fantastic and Authentic. Its right around the corner and a short walk away. A cute space locally owned and run by husband, wife & daughter team. They do serve beer and wine.
Amazing food.... Fantastic Patio.... Locally owned and managed... They use a lot of local ingredients as well. LOVE this place...
22 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Stock & Stable
5538 N 7th St
22 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Amazing food.... Fantastic Patio.... Locally owned and managed... They use a lot of local ingredients as well. LOVE this place...
Great, fresh, fast, affordable Chinese food.... Take out or dine in.... Been around the valley for decades. Locally owned and managed by the whole family...
21 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
China Chili
302 E Flower St
21 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Great, fresh, fast, affordable Chinese food.... Take out or dine in.... Been around the valley for decades. Locally owned and managed by the whole family...
This is a very cute and quaint breakfast cafe with freshly baked goodies. Fresh and local ingredients used. Locally owned and managed...
54 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
fàme caffe
4700 N Central Ave
54 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
This is a very cute and quaint breakfast cafe with freshly baked goodies. Fresh and local ingredients used. Locally owned and managed...
Great for Breakfast and lunch.... Cute little place that has great food and been in the valley for decades....
5th Avenue Cafe
501 W Thomas Rd
Great for Breakfast and lunch.... Cute little place that has great food and been in the valley for decades....
Yes we do get great sushi even in the desert... Great Happy Hour... Fabulous rolls, sashimi, soups, noodles, rice, appetizers. The Gyoza is awesome here...
13 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Yama Sushi House - Phoenix
4750 N Central Ave
13 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Yes we do get great sushi even in the desert... Great Happy Hour... Fabulous rolls, sashimi, soups, noodles, rice, appetizers. The Gyoza is awesome here...
Happy Hour starts at 11am and goes on until 5pm... Drinks are $5 and so are wine and pitchers of beer. Great patio, Great Food, Great Bar.... The salads and the burgers are awesome... Great brunch as well
136 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Windsor
5223 N Central Ave
136 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Happy Hour starts at 11am and goes on until 5pm... Drinks are $5 and so are wine and pitchers of beer. Great patio, Great Food, Great Bar.... The salads and the burgers are awesome... Great brunch as well
Voted “Best Seafood in the Valley”. They are located 1720 E Camelback Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85016 Phone:(602) 277-3474 In addition to offering the freshest seafood around, they also feature an oyster bar, a sushi bar, the best clam chowder. www.bluewatergrill.com
18 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Pork On A Fork BBQ & Catering
4724 N 20th St
18 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Voted “Best Seafood in the Valley”. They are located 1720 E Camelback Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85016 Phone:(602) 277-3474 In addition to offering the freshest seafood around, they also feature an oyster bar, a sushi bar, the best clam chowder. www.bluewatergrill.com
FABULOUS Food... Cochinta Pibil, Fish in Banana Leaf etc etc. Locally owned by renowned chef.... Do not let the outside turn you off
140 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Barrio Cafe
2814 N 16th St
140 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
FABULOUS Food... Cochinta Pibil, Fish in Banana Leaf etc etc. Locally owned by renowned chef.... Do not let the outside turn you off
This beautiful stone house of a restaurant – just across the covered patio from Richardson’s – features dim lighting, copper-topped bars and excellent service. The name (pronounced ro-ker-ee) means “smokehouse in Dutch” and features a great selection of steaks, chops, fresh fish and “small plates.” Don’t miss the down stairs bar. The best brunch in the valley... The Huevos Rancheros are truly the best EVER... Home of the green chile potato... Southwest cuisine at its best. Locally owned and managed... http://richardsonsnm.com/rokerij/
57 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Rokerij
6335 N 16th St
57 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
This beautiful stone house of a restaurant – just across the covered patio from Richardson’s – features dim lighting, copper-topped bars and excellent service. The name (pronounced ro-ker-ee) means “smokehouse in Dutch” and features a great selection of steaks, chops, fresh fish and “small plates.” Don’t miss the down stairs bar. The best brunch in the valley... The Huevos Rancheros are truly the best EVER... Home of the green chile potato... Southwest cuisine at its best. Locally owned and managed... http://richardsonsnm.com/rokerij/
AMAZING!!!!!! For a quick trip to New Mexico without leaving Central Phoenix, join us at Richardson’s, where proprietor Richardson Browne has been dishing up hearty New Mexican-inspired fare, like carne adovada, smoked turkey enchiladas and bacon wrapped shrimp, as well as fresh seafood and steaks since 1988. You can eat in the dining room with its cozy oversized booths, saltillo tile, gleaming copper-topped bar and colorful southwestern woven rugs on the walls. Or, enjoy your meal on the inviting outside viga-covered patio.
63 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Richardson's Cuisine of New Mexico
6335 N 16th St
63 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
AMAZING!!!!!! For a quick trip to New Mexico without leaving Central Phoenix, join us at Richardson’s, where proprietor Richardson Browne has been dishing up hearty New Mexican-inspired fare, like carne adovada, smoked turkey enchiladas and bacon wrapped shrimp, as well as fresh seafood and steaks since 1988. You can eat in the dining room with its cozy oversized booths, saltillo tile, gleaming copper-topped bar and colorful southwestern woven rugs on the walls. Or, enjoy your meal on the inviting outside viga-covered patio.
The Fry Bread House, which opened in 1992, is owned by Cecilia Miller, a member of the Tohono O'odham Nation of Native Americans.[3][4] In 2012, it was recognized by the James Beard Foundation as an American Classic.[3][5] The restaurant is one of only five restaurants, and the first Native American restaurant, in the United States to win the 2012 James Beard American Classics award... This is a must try....
19 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Fry Bread House
4545 N 7th Ave
19 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
The Fry Bread House, which opened in 1992, is owned by Cecilia Miller, a member of the Tohono O'odham Nation of Native Americans.[3][4] In 2012, it was recognized by the James Beard Foundation as an American Classic.[3][5] The restaurant is one of only five restaurants, and the first Native American restaurant, in the United States to win the 2012 James Beard American Classics award... This is a must try....
Hip spot for New American small plates at dinner & late-night craft cocktails in stylish digs. TJ Culp's Restaurant Progress is one of the most popular and refreshingly earnest newer joints in Phoenix. Chef/Owner TJ Culp is only 27 years old and has been voted the number one chef of the valley. Innovative yet approachable cuisine. The cocktails are crafty and outstanding. The classic cocktails are beyond amazing... Its also walking distance from our place.
37 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Restaurant Progress
702 W Montecito Ave
37 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Hip spot for New American small plates at dinner & late-night craft cocktails in stylish digs. TJ Culp's Restaurant Progress is one of the most popular and refreshingly earnest newer joints in Phoenix. Chef/Owner TJ Culp is only 27 years old and has been voted the number one chef of the valley. Innovative yet approachable cuisine. The cocktails are crafty and outstanding. The classic cocktails are beyond amazing... Its also walking distance from our place.

Entertainment & Activities

Rawhide is the perfect place to visit whether you are local, from out of town, or out of the country. The town of Rawhide promises to deliver up a true western experience with multiple attractions
53 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Rawhide Western Town y Event Center
5700 W North Loop Rd
53 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Rawhide is the perfect place to visit whether you are local, from out of town, or out of the country. The town of Rawhide promises to deliver up a true western experience with multiple attractions

Sightseeing

From our western lifestyle, rural development patterns, dramatic views, trails, open spaces and wildlife habitats. http://www.cavecreek.org/DocumentCenter/View/2370
238 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Cave Creek
238 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
From our western lifestyle, rural development patterns, dramatic views, trails, open spaces and wildlife habitats. http://www.cavecreek.org/DocumentCenter/View/2370
Its massive, otherworldly sandstone buttes set Papago Park apart, even in a city and state filled with world-class natural attractions. While visitors to Papago can enjoy its extensive trail network
543 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Parque Papago
625 N Galvin Pkwy
543 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Its massive, otherworldly sandstone buttes set Papago Park apart, even in a city and state filled with world-class natural attractions. While visitors to Papago can enjoy its extensive trail network
THE GARDEN'S FIVE UNIQUE TRAILS ARE HERE TO HELP YOU EXPLORE AND ENJOY THE BEAUTY OF THE SONORAN DESERT.http://www.dbg.org/events/bruce-munro-sonoran-light
1231 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Desert Botanical Garden
1231 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
THE GARDEN'S FIVE UNIQUE TRAILS ARE HERE TO HELP YOU EXPLORE AND ENJOY THE BEAUTY OF THE SONORAN DESERT.http://www.dbg.org/events/bruce-munro-sonoran-light
http://phoenixzoo.org
864 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Zoológico de Phoenix
455 N Galvin Pkwy
864 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
http://phoenixzoo.org
Arizona's largest collection of exotic animals with over 4,000 animals representing nearly 600 species. By comparison, the Phoenix Zoo is home to some 1,300 animals including 200 endangered species.
217 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Wildlife World Zoo, Aquarium & Safari Park
16501 W Northern Ave
217 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Arizona's largest collection of exotic animals with over 4,000 animals representing nearly 600 species. By comparison, the Phoenix Zoo is home to some 1,300 animals including 200 endangered species.
Out of Africa Wildlife Park strives to educate and entertain, to provide an exciting and engaging opportunity to love and respect creation and Creator.
215 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Parque de Vida Silvestre Out of Africa
3505 Arizona 260
215 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Out of Africa Wildlife Park strives to educate and entertain, to provide an exciting and engaging opportunity to love and respect creation and Creator.
With a renewed urban vibrancy and a locally owned charm, Downtown Phoenix has become the epicenter for fun “things to do” http://dtphx.org
191 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Downtown Phoenix
191 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
With a renewed urban vibrancy and a locally owned charm, Downtown Phoenix has become the epicenter for fun “things to do” http://dtphx.org
Fun and funky, with a decidedly Old West flair. Where the Old West Meets the New West. http://downtownscottsdale.com/points-of-interest/
1378 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Old Town Scottsdale
3200 N Scottsdale Rd
1378 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Fun and funky, with a decidedly Old West flair. Where the Old West Meets the New West. http://downtownscottsdale.com/points-of-interest/

Arts & Culture

Arizona Science Center has a rich history of exploration, innovation and collaboration. Using an informal, hands-on approach to science exploration and inspiration. http://www.azscience.org
292 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Centro de Ciencias de Arizona
600 E Washington St
292 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Arizona Science Center has a rich history of exploration, innovation and collaboration. Using an informal, hands-on approach to science exploration and inspiration. http://www.azscience.org
Popular international exhibitions are shown along side the Museum’s outstanding collection of more than 18,000 works of American, Asian, European, Latin American, Western Americanhttp://www.phxart.org
686 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Museo de Arte de Phoenix
1625 N Central Ave
686 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Popular international exhibitions are shown along side the Museum’s outstanding collection of more than 18,000 works of American, Asian, European, Latin American, Western Americanhttp://www.phxart.org
The largest producing regional theatre company in the Valley, Phoenix Theatre offers more programs and experiences than any other. Over 200 performances on multiple stages. http://phoenixtheatre.com
42 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Compañía de Teatro Phoenix
1825 N Central Ave
42 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
The largest producing regional theatre company in the Valley, Phoenix Theatre offers more programs and experiences than any other. Over 200 performances on multiple stages. http://phoenixtheatre.com
Dedicated to the sensitive and accurate portrayal of Native arts and cultures, the Heard is an institution that successfully combines the stories of American Indian people from a personal perspective
653 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Museo Heard
2301 N Central Ave
653 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Dedicated to the sensitive and accurate portrayal of Native arts and cultures, the Heard is an institution that successfully combines the stories of American Indian people from a personal perspective
Mesa Amphitheatre is an outdoor concert venue with lawn seating located in Mesa, Arizona. It opened in 1979 and has a maximum capacity of 4,950 people. 263 N Center St, Mesa, AZ 85201 (480) 644-2560 https://www.mesaamp.com
12 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Mesa Amphitheatre
263 N Center St
12 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Mesa Amphitheatre is an outdoor concert venue with lawn seating located in Mesa, Arizona. It opened in 1979 and has a maximum capacity of 4,950 people. 263 N Center St, Mesa, AZ 85201 (480) 644-2560 https://www.mesaamp.com
Fantastic place to go. Really a not to miss for music lovers...
652 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Museo de Instrumentos Musicales
4725 E Mayo Blvd
652 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Fantastic place to go. Really a not to miss for music lovers...
A valley staple....
78 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Orpheum Theatre Phoenix
203 W Adams St
78 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
A valley staple....
Fantastic place to go see a play etc...
74 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Herberger Theater Center
222 E Monroe St
74 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Fantastic place to go see a play etc...
92 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Tempe Center for the Arts
700 W Rio Salado Pkwy
92 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Very unique
44 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Pueblo Grande Museum
4619 E Washington St
44 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Very unique

Drinks & Nightlife

It is literally 2mins drive from us. Its a casual, fun and carefree little local bar that has bar food, TV's, complimentary nuts and popcorn, inexpensive drinkswww.originalhamburgerworks.com
25 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Original Hamburger Works
2801 N 15th Ave
25 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
It is literally 2mins drive from us. Its a casual, fun and carefree little local bar that has bar food, TV's, complimentary nuts and popcorn, inexpensive drinkswww.originalhamburgerworks.com
Its a locally owned English Pub...Great selection of beer and booze...with all the english staples like shepherds pie, fish and chips etc. etc.
23 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
George and Dragon English Pub
4240 N Central Ave
23 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Its a locally owned English Pub...Great selection of beer and booze...with all the english staples like shepherds pie, fish and chips etc. etc.
Live music most night... Dancing...Local musicians... R&B, Soul, Motown... Blues... Fun place... Great bar food that is a step above the normal bar food... Locally owned and managed.
47 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
The Womack
5749 N 7th St
47 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Live music most night... Dancing...Local musicians... R&B, Soul, Motown... Blues... Fun place... Great bar food that is a step above the normal bar food... Locally owned and managed.
Around the corner from us. Char's has been a valley staple forever... Fun Place... Local musicians... Great dance floor.. R&B, Motown, Blues...
42 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Char's Has the Blues
4631 N 7th Ave
42 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Around the corner from us. Char's has been a valley staple forever... Fun Place... Local musicians... Great dance floor.. R&B, Motown, Blues...
Local and National musicians perform here. Amazing place... Locally owned... Great dance floor...
45 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
The Rhythm Room
1019 E Indian School Rd
45 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Local and National musicians perform here. Amazing place... Locally owned... Great dance floor...
Local brews... Great selection. Fun place
22 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Sun Up Brewing Company
330 E Camelback Rd
22 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Local brews... Great selection. Fun place
A speakeasy that is upstairs behind and above Stock and Stable. Intimate yet fun lounge...
24 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Honor Amongst Thieves
5538 N 7th St
24 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
A speakeasy that is upstairs behind and above Stock and Stable. Intimate yet fun lounge...
Local brewery with great food.... Locally owned & managed... Great ambiance... Fun place..
233 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
O.H.S.O. Eatery & nano-Brewery
4900 E Indian School Rd
233 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Local brewery with great food.... Locally owned & managed... Great ambiance... Fun place..

Essentials

413 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Trader Joe's
7720 W Bell Rd
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413 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Safeway
340 E McDowell Rd
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Natural Grocers
13802 N Scottsdale Rd
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Whole Foods Market
4701 N 20th St
218 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona