Bavarian Point Restaurant

4815 E Main St
Ste 32
Mesa, AZ 85205

Nastassja K. writes: I was born and raised in Germany.  I came here last night to entertain my boyfriend and his family.  We showed up at about 6:45 pm and I don't believe we were served before 7:45 pm.  The restaurant was packed as was the bar (which surprised me for…

Ristorante Giuseppe

13610 N Scottsdale Rd
Scottsdale, AZ 85254

Kristin S. writes: Holy cow, thank you Gabi and Jared for bringing me here for dinner last night! I cannot believe I lived in North Scottsdale for a year and didn't know about this place....I'm so sad!

When I walked in I felt instantly at home, this place could easily…

Hall of Flame Fire Museum

6101 E Van Buren St
Phoenix, AZ 85008

Natalie W. writes: This is one of my little boys' favorite places. I mean, what little boy-- or little girl for that matter-- doesn't at one time or another want to be a fire fighter when they grow up?

So, indulge their dreams and head on over to the Hall of Flame. Kids…

Rolf's at Arrowhead

20022 N 67th Ave
Ste 120
Glendale, AZ 85308

Amber E. writes: Rolf's is always a great salon for those new to the Valley.  Service is always consistent.  It is always hard to find that new stylist who will do your hair right.  Whoever your appointment is with at Rolf's, expect a great job.  A hair cut and blow…

Pesto's Pizza & Calzone

1960 W Ray Rd Ste 4
Chandler, AZ 85224

MaryLou D. writes: I only got to this place once while I was in Arizona and really intended to go back--maybe next trip!.  They had really wonderful spaghetti with white clam sauce, an item I often try but rarely find as good as my home place in California--San…

At One Yoga

10050 North Scottsdale Rd Suite 115
Scottsdale, AZ 85253

Kara A. writes: It's hard to complain about At One Yoga. The atmosphere is lovely and the instructors truly know their stuff. Cinta at the Phoenix location gives an incredible, truly amazing performance in her Tuesday/Thursday Hot Yoga class. She offers tons of…

Aloha Kitchen

2950 S Alma School Rd Ste 12
Mesa, AZ 85210

Jeffrey O. writes: I was to have a lunch meeting here, but it took me a while to find this place.  Why?
- I'm still a moron while navigating Arizona streets, and I get confused with "N"orth and "S"outh addresses.
- I ALSO found out that the numbering and directions…

My Big Fat Greek Restaurant

10625 N Tatum Blvd
Phoenix, AZ 85028

Shanna H. writes: Well, I'm glad I didn't read the review below before going here, or I'd have just starved--or eaten Hooter's! I have a little food poisoning problem, you see (as in, I hate it, and get it too often). I also don't like chains, but made an exception…

Organ Stop Pizza

1149 E Southern Ave
Mesa, AZ 85204

Cassi M. writes: This place really is quite special. It's a natural tourist trap, so expect to see plenty of pasty, obnoxious Canadians and so forth, but from what I hear it is a sort of local landmark.

I went for my birthday this year at the recommendation of a few…

Qcumberz

4429 N 7th Avenue
Phoenix, AZ 85013

w w. writes: Qcumberz is yet another fun store located on 7th Avenue, and definitely one worth checking out.  

It's extremely cluttered though, so hopefully you're the type that loves to hunt for hidden treasure.  You'll find tons of items here that range from the…

Figs Home & Garden

4501 N 7th Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85013

Curtis H. writes: Inside Figs (an acronym for "Fine Interior Garden Spaces") you'll find many items for your home and your garden. Most of the selection seemed appropriate for the outdoors. Giant sculptures, archways and pots for plants. There are also several indoor…

Mediterranean House

1588 E Bethany Home Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85014

Bobby Q. writes: CLOSING FOR GOOD IN OCTOBER!

I eat here, maybe twice a month, and have never had a bad meal.  I was shocked when Suki (sp?) told me they were closing in October, for good.  Apparently they are having problems with a difficult (to put it nicely)…

Our Gang Cafe

9832 N 7th St
Phoenix, AZ 85020

Jake C. writes: As a former server/bartender at the OGC,  I know this place intimately. And if an ex-employee recommends their old business or company, you know it must be doing something right.

The menu is traditional Italian, with a wide array if anything from…

Loco Patron

4228 N Scottsdale Rd
Scottsdale, AZ 85251

jay b. writes: call it blasphemy but I like happy hour on the patio here a little better than salty's.  
don't care much for the interior.

Upper Deck Sports Grill

4224 N. Craftsman Crt
Scottsdale, AZ 85251

Mika G. writes: ATTENTION Eagles Fans!!!!!

If you don't know already, this is an Eagle's bar during football season. And IT.......IS......AWESOME. Being a huge fan myself, imagine one Sunday, rolling in to what I thought would just be another normal bar where I…

Xi Fashion Inc

21001 N Tatum Blvd
Phoenix, AZ 85050

w w. writes: Xi: A poor girl's paradise.
You can find really cute going out tops here for super cheap. Usually under $15 each and they carry knock-offs in the latest styles and colors.
Be sure of your purchase though, because you can only return clothing for store…

Zipps Burgers & Billiards

8380 E Via De Ventura
Scottsdale, AZ 85258

Erika C. writes: March Madness.

Steins of beer.  Lots and lots of steins of beer.

Chicken everything.  Fried, wings, in nachos, in spring roll form.  I think they had to kill 3 chickens for our appetizers alone.  Glorious.

Did I mention beer?

total downer: they put the…

Target

15444 N. Frank Lloyd Wright Boulevard
Scottsdale, AZ 85250

w w. writes: I love Target.
It has everything you could possibly want- all under one glorious roof.
Cute, casual tops and bottoms for working out? Check.
Fashionable earrings and necklaces? Check.
Electronics? Check.
Cleaning supplies? Check.
Food? Check.
Home decor.…

La Vecchia Pizzeria

4432 N 19th Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85015

w w. writes: If you love pizza, come to La Vecchia.
You can barely understand the owner on the phone thanks to his thick Italian accent, but that makes it even better.
They have a few tables and chairs inside, but I normally just have it delivered or pick it up…

See's Candies

132 E Camelback Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85012

Thomas S. writes: How can I not give them 5 stars? How? I ask you how people? I mean, these people MAKE candy. Blocks from my house. Lots of parking. Clean. Clean. Clean. You could make smores on their floor. Wow, that even rhymes. I'm thinking bumper sticker here…

Arizona Mills

5000 S Arizona Mills Cir
Tempe, AZ 85282

Max A. writes: AZ Mills was set to be a desert oasis shopping mecca when it was built. The promised land of indoor retail outlet shoppity goodness. When it finally arrived, it was exciting and even worth the trip.

Today, it's a different story. Today, AZ Mills…

Gentle Strength Cooperative

9 E. Southern Ave
Tempe, AZ 85282

Kristin C. writes: I don't remember the first time I went to Gentle Strength.  That's not their fault in any way - I was just too young.  My mom was a peaceful hippie going to ASU the year they opened.  The next year - presto - me.  I hear we went there now and then.…

Rio Salado Sportsmans Club

3960 N Usery Pass Rd
Mesa, AZ 85207

Erica O. writes: I've seen enough zombie movies to feel pretty competent in my knowledge of the undead.  But book learnin' ain't the same as street smarts, which is why I dig the Usery Pass Shooting Range.

Considering the fact that we're in a relative period of peace…

Safeway Food & Drug

926 E Broadway Rd
Tempe, AZ 85282

Doug R. writes: It is indeed called "Hot Chick" Safeway. I know because I used to live next door and when I gave people directions they would reply "Oh, next to Hot Chick Safeway?". Nothing is better than living right next door to a grocery store. Any time you find…

Pinnacle Peak General Store

8711 E Pinnacle Peak Rd
Scottsdale, AZ 85255

Thomas S. writes: I'm a little bit country. I'm a little bit rock n roll...thank you Donny and Marie. Pinnacle Peak General Store is all country baby. 100% U.S. grade countrilicous! Well, ok, it's in North Scottsdale so it's got a pretty yuppified clientele. Part gas…

Mucho Gusto Taqueria Mexican Bistro

603 West University Drive
Tempe, AZ 85281

Erica O. writes: Let me exalt your praises, Mucho Gusto. Don't blush darling. Our love will not remain in the shadows!

Do you remember the time that you almost tried to set my boyfriend on fire? You put on an amazing little impromptu firework show when your misters…

Futon Favorite

509 E Camelback Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85012

Jack T. writes: I ordered my 'real' futon here (just the cotton bed that goes on the ground), and they were able to special-order it in any color/material/thickness/ etcetc. It was fun to look at the options. And oh, my back loves it. I think I'm one of the few…

Target

2140 E Baseline Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85042

Christine O. writes: I second Kristin's nomination of this Target as the best Target ever! It's a super-clean and well-stocked location, and the staff is definitely really friendly and helpful. Every time I've gone, I've had employees ask me if I needed help finding…

Tott's Asian Diner

1817 E Guadalupe Rd
Tempe, AZ 85283

Lesley C. writes: We tried this place the other night based on stellar yelp reviews. Maybe I set my expectations too high (like that time I saw Garden State) and I was a little let down.  I like my take-out a little more rich and flavorful. And despite the menu's…

Senior Helpers

4625 S Wendler Dr.
Ste 111
Tempe, AZ 85282

Mary A. writes: Senior Helpers specializes in personal and companion care for seniors. Judith runs the place and has a great vibe about her when dealing with old timers. They take on clients in the Phoenix and East Valley areas and hire dependable caregivers…

Sleep World

15222 N Cave Creek Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85032

w w. writes: I bought a bed from Michelle at Sleep World a few weeks ago and she was awesome.  She gave me an amazing deal- I had been shopping around for months and no one had even come close to her price.

Not even that damned Debbie Gaby.

I had the bed delivered…

Bath & Body Works

7014 E Camelback Rd Ste 2069
Scottsdale, AZ 85251

w w. writes: Need to get a gift for the lady in your life?  Go here!
Bath and Body Works has amazing scented body lotions, oils, massage creams, sprays, skin care items, bath products, perfume, home fragrances and much more.  Basically, this store has everything…

Express

Scottsdale Fashion S
Scottsdale, AZ 85250

w w. writes: The reason I go to Express is for their pants.  They have awesome work/going out pants and they're reasonably priced.  By reasonably I mean $70-100, but you have to remember that you're paying for the quality.

I still have a pair of black pants and…

gelato 64

2095 N. Dobson Rd
Chandler, AZ 85224

Zalina L. writes: I know for a fact that Gelato 64 is made fresh and lives up to its boast of 64 different varieties of flavors from your standard chocolate to the obscure ancho chili chocolate, which by the way, is very good...leaves a kick in your mouth once its…

Cheesecake Factory

2402 E Camelback Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85016

Thomas S. writes: Loved it years ago in LA....feel as though with any enormous chain restaurant, quality is suffering. Do I love that the menu is longer than the Bible? Or does it actually just drive me mad causing me to drive my salad fork into my forehead while…

Jamaican Blue

4017 N Scottsdale Rd
Ste 104
Scottsdale, AZ 85251

Vincent P. writes: COffee,Beer, And wine?! Oh my!

Heres where I met Honey ginseng....I've forgotten about the other teas in my life....

ok great coffee and tea selection.....but I asked for a wine list they didn't have one.....I asked for a Pinot Noir.....they didn't…

Tempe Improv

930 E University Dr
Tempe, AZ 85281

Nastassja K. writes: If you aren't in the mood for the bar / club scene, but want to go out, this is the place for you.  You wont spend much more than you would at a bar, the only difference is that you will get live entertainment and laughs at the Improv.
But not every…

Arden B # 927

3111 W Chandler Blvd
Chandler, AZ 85226

w w. writes: In my opinion, Arden B. is one of the best stores ever. EVER!
And that's exactly the reason I was so sad when it just up and moved out of Scottsdale Fashion Square without even saying goodbye.

I just went one day, and poof! It was gone.  Chandler Mall…