Campfires

AZ 85018

Aaron A. writes: Campfires are awesome.. nothing like a flask of scotch, some cheap beer, a cigar and/or other camping treats.  Gotta tell ya, Saturday night's campfire was fantastic!  The only reason I'm giving 4 instead of 5 stars is the fact that campfire smoke…

Avina's Restaurant

4349 W Bell Rd
Glendale, AZ 85308

Louise O. writes: The pho is pretty good here.  The rice and noodle dishes aren't bad either, but I think the dishes are better at Saigon Inn in downtown Glendale. The spring rolls are also better at Saigon Inn.

Fogo E Brasa

4909 E Chandler Blvd #510
Suite 510
Phoenix, AZ 85048

Stef Y. writes: Dinner. This visit was premeditated. I fasted for most of the day and abandoned the health-conscious mentality.

My stomach was stirring up mixed feelings prior to the long drive to this place, due to some who did, or did not like Fogo E Brasa.…

Avis Rent A Car

Sky Harbor Internati
Phoenix, AZ 85003

J-Man S. writes: Hit and miss.  I rent a lot of cars because I do a lot of long distance driving and would rather not put the miles on my car.  Avis always has the cheapest rates and in particular this Avis because it is the airport location and obviously gets a lot…

Auntie Em's Miniatures

5625 W Glendale Ave
Glendale, AZ 85301

Elissa G. writes: First of all, be prepared to have your breath taken away!  I thought I would pass out when I opened theglass double doors that are so fullof event posters, you can't really prepare yourself for what's inside before you walk in.  It's the mecca, the…

Planet Fitness

1301 E University Dr
Tempe, AZ 85281

Nick K. writes: I've been a member since the place opened about 2 or 3 years ago, no major complaints. It's cheap (I believe it's $15/month now, $5/month more for tanning), it's open all night during the week, and I've never seen over-subscription as a problem here.…

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

1702 E Rental Car Way
Phoenix, AZ 85034

rhea j. writes: This place is a mall of car rentals, like, whoa, wtf. A car port. I think that it's so cute how the shuttle takes you here and then you just get off stand in line for less than five minutes and then you have your car. It was like they were herding…

Big Lots

1853 N Scottsdale Rd
Tempe, AZ 85281

deb n. writes: Near the Hospitality Suites Resort, where I stayed.  Clean and well maintained.  Usually they get so junkie and cluttered but this one was very neat.  I equate this to the a modern day five and dime store, to our prices of $2-10.  You will always…

F1 Race Factory

317 S 48th St
Phoenix, AZ 85034

Alicia B. writes: Everyone loves fun!

At F1 Race Factory, fun is their focus. Safety is their MO.

I came here in the fall of '06 for a work function. It was a team-building day, so while we did have to meet in a room and "talk shop," the people at F1 made it very…

Chapparal

5402 E Lincoln Dr
at the Camelback Inn, A JW Marriott Resort & Spa
Phoenix, AZ 85034

deb n. writes: Located off of the front desk/lobby of the Camelback Inn.  Closed during the summer.  Fine dining of steaks and seafood.  http://www.camelbackin... Entrees $26-35.
Staff is very attentive.  Food is very good.

Sprouts

5402 East Lincoln Drive
Camelback Inn, A JW Marriott Resort & Spa, off of the Spa
Phoenix, AZ 85033

Shayan S. writes: Wont' go into the details of where Sprouts is, the fact that it's a "Wellness Food & Bar" joint in a spa on the Camelback Inn Marriott property... as deb covered that above.

The setting is a bit weird, more like a bar than a restaurant... feels more…

Cactus Candy Co

3010 N 24th St
Phoenix, AZ 85016

Kevin L. writes: When you put Cactus Candy in the fridge, it becomes the platonic ideal for delicious chewy fruity candy.  My friend gave me his LAST piece of cactus candy (he had some shipped out to NY from AZ), and that was just a huge testament of how good a…

El Dia de los Muertos - Pioneer Park

526 E Main St
Mesa, AZ 85201

Kelly B. writes: I love the Day of the Dead and the celebrations surrounding it.  Mesa puts on a really fun, colorful event with dancers and vendors selling their folkart.  

Events all around the city usually take place between October 31 - November 2.  Check this…

Pedro's Mexican Restaurant

4938 W Glendale Ave
Glendale, AZ 85301

Dottsy Z. writes: Pedro's is great for Mexican style comfort food. It's a real neighborhood gem. I've loved Pedro's since the first time I tried it in 1996.  I always go in and order the green chunky beef enchiladas with rice and beans. The green chile is not hot at…

La Madeleine

10625 N Tatum Blvd Ste 135
Phoenix, AZ 85028

Kelly B. writes: I don't go to la Madeleine very often but I always enjoy the food when I do.  The have a really tasty balsamic vinagrette that they put on their "Wild Field Salad" and the Strawberries Romanoff with brandy creme sauce is so good!

I think the food is a…

La Parrilla Suiza

13001 N Tatum Blvd
Phoenix, AZ 85032

w w. writes: Who doesn't like live mariachi music?!  La Parrilla Suiza has a live strolling mariachi band on the weekends, so that gives this place another star in my book.  You'll also feel like you're actually dining in Mexico thanks to the decor and the…

Southwest Sports Medicine and Orthopedic Surgery Clinic

8129 N 87th Place
Scottsdale, AZ 85250

Doug C. writes: This clinic is one of the few places around the country performing minimally invasive total knee replacements.  I was surprised at how fast I recovered and the level of technology these surgeons use.  During my surgery they used some sort of GPS like…

Z'Tejas Grill

20 W 6th St
Tempe, AZ 85281

Erica O. writes: Z Tejas exists for one reason and one reason alone, to sell awesome margaritas at not so awesome prices that you'll totally shell out for anyway because their massive strength will sucker punch you with the first sip and then bat you around like an…

Golfland Sunsplash

155 W Hampton Ave
Mesa, AZ 85210

b w. writes: A favorite CS Lewis quote (oh yeah, I had a CS Lewis phase) as an amuse bouche:

"When I became a man I put away childish things, including the fear of childishness and the desire to be very grown up. "

Two words:  Lazy River.  I resisted an urge to put…

Salt River Tubing and Recreation

1320 N Bush Hwy
Mesa, AZ 85201

Kelly G. writes: Lots of Drunken Debauchery - and of course a ton of fun too! We went on the 4th of July, and this was my first tubing experience ever, and I had such a great time - for $14 this place is DEFINITELY worth it.

Yeah, the river can get gross but most…

Restaurant Mexico

423 S Mill Ave
# A
Tempe, AZ 85281

Kirin C. writes: Inside tip- ask for a "Claire Enchilada"- beans and avocado for a refreshing and one-of-a kind flavor.  

The crumbled cheese is a fresher, healthier, and more flavor full way to prepare Mexican food- I will forever prefer this cheese over the gooey,…

Mediterranean Geckos

Phoenix, AZ 85073

Kelly B. writes: I love these little guys!  Most folks in Phoenix should be familiar with them as well.  They hang around my porch light in the evenings and eat insects.

They are so adorable!  They have the cutest little sticky-pad feet and their skin is a beautiful…

Wigwam Resort & Golf Club

300 E Wigwam Blvd
Litchfield Park, AZ 85340

wanugee N. writes: The Wig Wam Resort is a sprawling complex west of Phoenix in Litchfield Park. It has old school charm, with adobe inspired architecture. There are 3 golf courses with 18 holes; there are 3 pools, tennis, a conference center, and 3 restaurants. It…

Stray Cat Bar & Grill

2433 E University Dr
Tempe, AZ 85281

John A. writes: This place is a sh*t-hole, but in a great way.
The staff were cool as hell and I ran into several people I knew from the opposite coast.
I was there on a good night for music and the sound was a-ok. Good beer specials, huge bucket rocks drinks and…

Sushi Mishima Restaurant

5534 E Thomas Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85018

Ryan B. writes: Update:

I was sorry to hear that a fellow yelper discovered my favorite sushi restaurant in Phoenix has closed. If anyone has any information regarding the owners (if they reopened somewhere else) or otherwise, feel free to email me through the Yelp…

Accurate Auto Repair

PO Box 1208
Mesa, AZ 85211

Ryan B. writes: Honest. period.  At 444 W. Mahoney, Mesa 85210 is where you'll find Mark, the master ASE certified technician, and owner of Accurate Automotive. Everyone always asks me "where can I find a reliable mechanic to take care of my car"... well, here my…

Luna's Hair

2023 W Guadalupe Rd
Ste 4
Mesa, AZ 85202

Andrew P. writes: My local barber of choice.  Mr. Luna trains student barbers, from whom haircuts can be obtained more cheaply.  Haircuts here include straight razor shaving of the back of the neck and edges of the cut, and a shampoo in between bulk hair removal and…

Kellogg's Organic Frosted Mini-Wheats

Phoenix, AZ 85073

Kelly B. writes: Imagine my sadness when I realized Frosted Mini-Wheats aren't vegetarian.  Dangit, that was one of my favorite cereals.

Now Kellogg's has made these organic ones and they are gelatin free!  Hoo-de-hoo!  Breakfast is joyful once again!

Homan Hajbandeh, MD

2175 N Alma School Road
Suite A108
Chandler, AZ 85224

Andrew P. writes: Friendly and accomodating receptionist, telephone scheduling.  Good doctor.

Cheesecake Factory

3111 W Chandler Blvd Ste 2100
Chandler, AZ 85226

Amy B. writes: So, Andrea and I decided to head to Cheesecake Factory for my birthday celebration on Friday night.  I've always loved Cheesecake factory for a lot of reasons, and have yet to find a reason to NOT love it here.  They have such a great menu selection,…

Barnes Noble Booksellers 2081

3111 W Chandler Blvd
Chandler, AZ 85226

sue B. writes: this place is just the best and i really can't say enough. other than keep up the great work

Subway

2487 S Gilbert Rd
Gilbert, AZ 85296

Imran M. writes: Great location and great subs if you are into healthy eating. I have to eat Subway once a week so I can be like Jared.

Uno's

690 S Mill Ave
Tempe, AZ 85281

vicky b. writes: Used to have an Uno's here in Northern California, but they took it away. Not sure why - I love this place!! I'm also a big deep dish pizza fan and I think they do a pretty good job. Oh, be sure to hit them up during happy hour because food gets…

Coach & Willies

412 S 3rd St
Phoenix, AZ 85004

J-Man S. writes: C&W's is my go-to before a DBacks game, and it's only because I like the environment.  The place is clean, from the bar area to the bathrooms.  The bartenders are always fun and good for some interesting conversations.  The other patrons are…

Eribertos Mexican Food

3437 N 7th Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85013

a a. writes: Don't look----just eat.  Don't think---just eat.

Oh, I hate those silly cleanliness thoughts that come through my head.  Will this place kill me?  

Good food.  I mean, we are not talking haut cuisine here.  But, sometimes, you just want deep fried…

Hard Rock Cafe

201 E Washington St
Phoenix, AZ 85004

Andrew C. writes: I'm apparently at the opposite end of the spectrum from Brook R since this is probably the nicest Hard Rock Cafe I've ever experienced. First off, it's large. And all that really means is more room for novelty rock items which is fine by me. I'm a…

Pei Wei Asian Diner

742 E Glendale Ave Ste 100
Phoenix, AZ 85020

Stevey P. writes: Gosh, I'm embarrassed to say I eat here. But Pei Wei, is a predictable, safe and tame alternative to figuring which Chinese take out places haven't violated any Maricopa County Health Dept. codes.  Amen on the more preferable wait vs. its monstrous…

Lo Cascio's Italian Restaurant

2210 N Scottsdale Rd
Tempe, AZ 85281

w w. writes: Lo Cascio's has been around fo-eva.  I used to eat here all the time when I was in college (but only when my parents came to visit me- the rest of the time I was too po') and whenever I'm in the area now I still do. It's owned and operated by the…