Mexican Import

3933 N Brown Ave
Scottsdale, AZ 85251

Erik T. writes: This is the place to get cheap knick knacks from our neighbors to the South, and all without leaving the comforts of Scottsdale, where all minorities live in fear and humiliation!

But seriously folks. From ceramic turtles to minis of Mezcal this place…

Wildflower Bread Co

6428 S McClintock Dr
Tempe, AZ 85283

Chris L. writes: I think I like this place more in theory than in reality.  The idea of a great little cafe attached to a great independent bookstore is appealing.  The idea of fresh warm breads, savory soups, and light pasta dishes is even more so.  Unfortunately,…

Red Robin Restaurant of Tempe

1375 W Elliot Rd
Tempe, AZ 85284

Kristin C. writes: As we parked we said "Woo HOO!  Unlimited fries!!!"   Why do I mention that first?  Well, I suppose it's important to know that they have unlimited fries, but more important here is knowing the level of culinary excellence we were looking for in this…

Michael's Arts & Crafts

5725 W Bell Rd
Glendale, AZ 85308

April A. writes: Michaels has been around since the mid-1980's and has a little bit of everything when it comes to anything related to Arts & Crafts.   When I first moved to Arizona there were only a few Michaels and their scrapbooking supplies were limited.  Now the…

Filiberto's Mexican Food Restaurant

3033 E Indian School Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85016

Thomas S. writes: OK. I can't believe I've kept this secret for so long. I can't believe I'm about to walk out of yet another closet. But if I can help just one person...Yes. I crave. On occassion. Ok, like weekly. Filiberto's carnitas tacos. That's all I've ever had…

Pride Cleaners

3967 E Camelback Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85018

sarah k. writes: Dry cleaners are like hair stylists - you are entrusting them with something very personal and important.  I usually test-drive a cleaner for several months before I will entrust one with an important item.  So far, this cleaner has been great.  I…

Philosophy

4602 E Hammond Ln
Phoenix, AZ 85034

Amy D. writes: I first started using Philosophy products approximately 2 years ago, after buying a skincare kit from Sephora.

I use Purity Made Simple as my daily facial cleanser. It doesn't remove all of my makeup, but it's really gentle and I can open my eyes…

5th Avenue Cafe

501 W Thomas Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85013

Dave B. writes: The perfect breakfast diner!

God I love this place.  Big portions of GREAT breakfast food in a CLASSIC diner setting.  The hasbrowns were greasy and awesome, pancakes and scrambled eggs were done PERFECTLY!  

They have a bar and booth seating as well,…

Chen & Wok

6505 N 7th St
Phoenix, AZ 85014

Dottsy Z. writes: I ordered Chen and Wok for take out on Saturday. I must say it was pretty darn good! I will give it an a-ok for now even a 3.5, but will return to try more dishes. I'm sure it will creep to 4 stars.

What I ordered:

Sweet and Sour Chicken- slightly…

BOA Antiques & Attitudes

5102 N Central Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85012

Curtis H. writes: When entering most antique or vintage shops, you are hurled into a mass of relics with no rhyme or reason to their placement . At BOA Antiques & Attitudes, you are invited to "slither thru time" and take a journey backwards from the present.

BOA is…

Set Enterprises

16537 E Laser Dr
Fountain Hills, AZ 85268

Katy D. writes: "Set - The Family Game of Visual Perception"

it sounds cheesy and the cards aren't very pretty. but boy is it a good one.

a great game that really tests you continually. i am addicted. i love playing and trying to win, oh wait, that would be all games.…

Diva-ahh's Skincare

4251 N Winfield Scott Plaza
Studio 1C
Scottsdale, AZ 85251

Shon P. writes: I go here monthly to get a facial and eyebrow waxing.

The facilities are always clean and pleasant.  She takes her time to make your experience nice -- often giving scalp and or neck massages while waiting for various masks to dry.  The skin care…

Sushi Kee

6825 E Main St
Mesa, AZ 85207

Nancy J. writes: Eureka!  I think this is it..  Finally GREAT raw fish in the Phx area. Sushi Kee is a small neighborhood sushi bar with quality fish, portions to wow and prices that make you think twice about stopping by the market on your way home from work.   Use…

New York, New York Barbershop

2333 E Indian School Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85016

Mr K. writes: When I moved to Phoenix, I was initially at a loss as to where to get my haircut. Great Clips? No. Supercuts? No. Some salon where a simple guy's haircut would cost $50? Are you high?

Driving around, I found New York, New York right by my place. And…

7th Heaven Eatery

2501 E Camelback Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85016

Jacqui J. writes: 7th Heaven could be perfectly good, if it weren't for the fact that they overcharge just because they can.  Located in the Camelback Esplanade, lunch options for all the office worker bees are limited, and they know they have us by the short and…

Jordan's Mexican Food

6247 N 7th St
Phoenix, AZ 85014

Jake C. writes: Anyone who has grown up in North Central Phoenix in the past thirty years knows about Jordan's. Of that group, I would say around 25% take it a step further: they worship this place.

I'm part of the 25%. I have memories of eating at Jordan's and…

Nypd Pizza

10433 N Scottsdale Rd
Scottsdale, AZ 85253

Eddie C. writes: If you're ever in the Phoenix/Scottsdale area and you hear people talking about a fantastic Pizza place in town, just assume they are talking about NYPD and never mind about that other pretentious Bianco place.

NYPD serves up some gigantic, cheesy,…

Amazing Jake's

1830 East Baseline Road
Mesa, AZ 85204

Heather G. writes: My colleagues and I decided to give this place a try for an afternoon out of the office.  I must say, we were all impressed.  We had low expectations going in, given the poor food quality and surroundings in competitor's facilities (i.e. Peter Piper,…

Prime Eye Care

300 W Clarendon Ave Ste 150
Phoenix, AZ 85013

Curtis H. writes: Dr. Christopher Heetland and the staff at Prime Eye Care were very helpful when I was in dire need of new glasses. I knew it was time for a checkup when I was having trouble reading the clock at work on the far wall while wearing my old glasses.…

LA Fitness Sports Clubs

1949 E Camelback Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85016

jason c. writes: Here's how I know that generally speaking, women are crazy narcassistic liars.  They will complain about the LA Fitness on Scottsdale and McDowell being too much of a meat market where they get checked out all the time, even through the mirrors.…

Peter Piper Pizza

15720 N Pima Rd
Scottsdale, AZ 85260

w w. writes: Peter Piper Pizza- not just for kids anymore.  PPP, or P cubed if you will, has a great lunch special that's like $3.99 for all the salad and pizza you can eat. Drinks are extra of course. My friend was babysitting two little kids one morning, so we…

Starbucks Coffee - Park Central

3110 N Central Ave Ste 185
Phoenix, AZ 85012

Curtis H. writes: You may think this is a cop out... writing a review of Starbucks. It's like writing a review of water. ("It's wet, delicious and necessary to my survival!")

My aim is simple here though. This particular Starbucks location is an excellent place for…

Bazaar Noir

4433 7th Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85013

w w. writes: Bazaar Noir? You're damn skippy it's bizarre.  This little store is impossible to miss when you drive down 7th Avenue.  There's usually a hearse outside with a skeleton chauffeur and the store itself is painted black and white.  Antique wheelchairs…

Atlas Bistro

2515 N Scottsdale Rd
Ste 18
Scottsdale, AZ 85257

Crakker T. writes: I went here with some locals while visiting Scottsdale from San Francisco.  Not only does Atlas Bistro give many of the restaurants in San Francisco a run for their money in terms of food, but the attached wine bar puts it over the top.  I love that…

Sagasta Salon and Coffee Bar

2540 E Indian School Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85016

Derrick Y. writes: I went in to Sagasta for my second cut at the establishment yesterday and decided it would be a good time to write a review.

The first visit was a pleasure. When I returned the second time I found out that my previous stylist no longer works there.…

Shogun Express

1645 N Hayden Rd
Scottsdale, AZ 85257

w w. writes: Shogun Express is okay...IF you're looking for a quick, decent lunch, but that's about it. Plus I don't find them to be very veggie friendly.  They offer only a couple of things for vegetarians, and the rest you have to try and customize without…

Jimmy's Krazy Greek Restaurant

16758 E Glenbrook Blvd
Fountain Hills, AZ 85268

Kim G. writes: I'm no Greek food expert, but Jimmy's consistently delivers tasty food.  It's family run, and the bickering among family members is light-hearted and funny.  The place isn't very big, and the atmosphere is nothing to write home about, but it has an…

Desert Club Office

6901 E Chauncey Ln
Phoenix, AZ 85054

w w. writes: I lived in Desert Club apartments for over two years and I really liked them. I moved in not long after they opened, so I got an amazing deal and an apartment that had never been lived in yet. The kitchen and bathroom had real tile, the kitchen…

Walgreens

11250 E Via Linda
Scottsdale, AZ 85259

w w. writes: You might wonder why I'm writing a review on Walgreens. After all, they're pretty standard- most everyone's been and not much ever changes. But aside from the high prices (if you can help it, just go to Target people) Walgreens will surprise you with…

Manuel's Mexican Food

8809 E Mountain View Rd
Scottsdale, AZ 85258

w w. writes: Manuel's- or Mannie's has pretty decent Mexican food and lower prices than say, Carlos O'Brien's or Macayo's.  Since I live in the area, my roomie and I always go for happy hour and enjoy cheap margaritas and half priced apps- not too shabby.  If you…

Jackrabbit Supper Club

4280 N Drinkwater Blvd
Scottsdale, AZ 85251

S to the izzo F. writes: Jackrabbit Supper Club, Scottsdale's newest swanky place-to-be, has a crowd to be envied. With the perfect mix of beautiful people, great music and flowing alcohol, Jackrabbit's nights are becoming better and better with time. And on the hour, every…

Extreme Pita

7000 E Mayo Blvd
Phoenix, AZ 85054

w w. writes: If you're looking for fast, healthy and tasty food head to Extreme Pita.  I always get the falafel pita and it's sooo good. You get to choose exactly what you want on it and they make it right in front of you. My friend always gets the chicken pita…

Cracker Barrel Restaurant

1209 N Litchfield Rd
Goodyear, AZ 85338

Deanna J. writes: Please note: This restaurant has NO affiliation to the cheese.

This place is country cute and the food is pure comfort food. In fact, I decided to try the oooey-gooey most fattening food on the menu.

The dumplings were good.
The mac and cheese was…

Sassi

10455 E Pinnacle Peak Pkwy
Scottsdale, AZ 85255

Kristin S. writes: 5 stars for the ambiance and setting, 3.5 stars for the food.  So 4 stars.

The setting is unbelievable and incredibly romantic.  Picture nooks and crannies, warm fire places and fire pits, a great patio, waterfalls....its fantastic.  They have heaters…

Hole in the Wall at Pointe Hilton Squaw Peak

7677 North 16th St
Phoenix, AZ 85020

Eugene T. writes: My folks are in town and i was looking to show off some of the "Southwestern" flavor to them. So, i did some research and this little steakhouse came up and looked promising. And so it was on.

Its situated inside of a Hilton Squaw Peak resort, just…

Coffee Cabana

2105 S Alma School Rd
Mesa, AZ 85210

Andrew P. writes: Coffee Cabana is my staple coffee stop, a quick escape from the workday or a place to sink hours on a weekend writing personnel reviews.  At least the coffee's tasty and the Internet's reliable.  The caramel frozen drinks are particularly…

Toni & Guy Hair Salon

3111 W Chandler Blvd
Chandler, AZ 85226

Katie T. writes: love love love love love it.
Minus the RIDICULOUS prices and the shitty little scene kids with 10 different shades of blonde and black in their hair.

Mesa Community College Theater Outback

1833 W Southern Ave
Mesa, AZ 85202

Dan E. writes: Outstanding performances are the hallmark of this tiny college theater.  

These performances easily rival major shows at other 'professional' venues, such as the Scottsdale Center for the arts, but at a fraction of the price.  

If you're looking for an…