Pita House

7210 E 1st Ave
Scottsdale, AZ 85251

Eric M. writes: VERY tasty food but not cheap.

I went here for lunch with coworkers and since I don't eat flour/wheat I ordered a chicken/kafta plate with rice, salad and garlic sauce.  The service was slow as there was only one waitress and what appeared to be the…

Rosita's Place

2310 E McDowell Rd Frnt
Phoenix, AZ 85006

Phil M. writes: First things first.  Rosita's Place has nothing to do with Rosita's in Tempe.  I know you didn't ask but just thought I'd make it clear in case anybody associated the two.  I sorta did.

The main difference between the two places is that the food at…

L'academie Restaurant

4301 N Scottsdale Road
Scottsdale, AZ 85251

Louise O. writes: Casual eatery of the Scottsdale Culinary Institute in main shopping district of Scottsdale.

Everything on the menu is prepared by the students. Very reasonable prices with everything priced $12 and under. I had the chicken panini with fresh waffle…

Discount Card Party & Gifts

1914 E Baseline Road
Mesa, AZ 85204

John S. writes: I buy all my cards and balloons here.  Not only are the cards $.49 each, but the selection is good.  They give a free balloon to kids too.

Texas Roadhouse

1605 S Stapley Dr
Mesa, AZ 85204

Paul B. writes: Awesome food. The steaks are fresh and the atmostphere is fun and laid back. Peanut shells are everywhere and every now and then the waiters dance. The bread and the butter is easy to fill up on, so be careful, it's awesome. And they also have Shiner…

On the Border Mexican Grill & Cantina

1665 S Stapley Rd
Mesa, AZ 85204

John S. writes: The best mexican place I have found so far.  This isn't a favorite of mine, but it is better the Serano's, Garcia's, and Macayo's.  The offer the usual fare and the prices are like everyone elses.  There isn't anything to really write home about, but…

Romano's Macaroni Grill

1705 S Stapley Drive
Mesa, AZ 85204

Micah D. writes: I like the bread with olive oil and spices.  The food is okay.  I'm spoiled though.  My lady's from a big Italian family.  Once you've had her grandma's cooking, there's really just no going back.  The service is a little slow at times, but they are…

Steinmart

2835 S Alma School Road
Chandler, AZ 85248

John S. writes: One of my favorite places to shop.  They have high end clothes for good prices.  The selection could be better, but it is decent.  They also have home goods too.  This is usually the first place I go to shop for clothes.

Steinmart

6426 S Mcclintock Dr
Tempe, AZ 85283

Michael C. writes: Good place for amazing deals on high-quality  name brand clothing, business clothing, and dress shoes.

Has a decent selection of housewares too...

Have to check out Changing Hands Bookstore next door whenever you visit too.

Steinmart

891 N Val Vista Dr
Ste 102
Gilbert, AZ 85234

John S. writes: One of my favorite places to shop.  They have high end clothes for good prices.  The selection could be better, but it is decent.  They also have home goods too.  This is usually the first place I go to shop for clothes.

Bunker's Glass

8625 N 27th Avenue
Phoenix, AZ 85051

T L. writes: Had Bunker's replace the glass in a broken window in my investment property. Did the whole transaction over the phone and they were very professional and courteous. They had to order the glass for me but since I was able to wait, they saved me some…

Pioneer Living History Village

3901 W Pioneer Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85086

w w. writes: Screw Rawhide- come see the real deal! The Pioneer Living History Village is similiar to Rawhide, except real cowboys once walked its land.  You'll get to visit an opera house, 1890's dress shop, jail, blacksmith's shop, and a sheriff's office and…

Arby's Roast Beef

3826 E Thomas Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85018

Diana F. writes: Alright so I'm not a huge fan of Arby's. I mean, I'll eat it if it's put in front of me, but generally I find everything to be a little gooey. Weird.

BUT, I gave this particular Arby's four stars for the radicalist (as in the most radical, not like a…

Moon Valley Country Club

151 W Moon Valley Dr
Phoenix, AZ 85023

w w. writes: I've been to MVCC a few times and it's a pretty nice place.  They have a good golf course and the staff is usually friendly and very helpful.  However, I was just planning my high school reunion and was trying to find a venue to have it at.  I…

Miracle Mile Delicatessen

1949 E Camelback Rd
Ste #160
Phoenix, AZ 85016

Mr K. writes: You'd think I'd have gone to Miracle Mile already, considering how close I've lived to this joint for the past 18 months, but given I work nowhere near it so that I could easily drop by for lunch, and that it never seems open when I drive by it at…

Roosters Country Cabaret

3731 E Main St
Mesa, AZ 85205

Seth F. writes: So I was listening to some shit-hot country on soma.fm's Boot Liquor station earlier tonight, and thinking "Damn, I need to go see some live country music."

Decided to motor on down to Rooster's just to check it out.  An acquaintance of mine had of…

Scottsdale Community College

Scottsdale, AZ 85250

Doug T. writes: I joined the SCC Fitness and Wellness Center over five years ago and there is hardly a day that goes by that I am not there working out.  The SCC fitness facility is one of the best equipped in the country.  It beats the half dozen or so 24 hour…

Extreme Pita

3141 S McClintock Drive
Tempe, AZ 85282

Jennifer S. writes: When I think of "fast food", I think of greasy, fatty food that full of salt.  
I'm the type of person who gets a roaring stomach ache from a small size fries at McDonalds.  After visiting Extreme Pita, I learned that not all fast food is crap food.…

Jobing.com Arena

9400 W Maryland Avenue
Glendale, AZ 85305

Kristin S. writes: I went to a Coyotes game here and I have to say I liked the arena.

Yes the name is silly.  But I figure if people here call the baseball stadium Bob, anything is an improvement.  So I call this arena Joe Bing.  It's a little strange being on a first…

Steel Horse Saloon

1818 W Bell Rd
#100
Phoenix, AZ 85073

w w. writes: While I don't ride a hog, I can still enjoy a drink or two at Steel Horse Saloon.  It's definitely a biker bar, and your car will probably be the only one of its kind parked out front surrounded by a sea of Harley's.

I usually hit up Steel Horse every…

Raspberry Cottage

7153 N 59th Avenue
Glendale, AZ 85301

w w. writes: Hmm. Well, Raspberry Cottage Tearoom Ministries is the type of the place that likes to gently remind you- as you're drinking tea- that if you don't find Jesus, you will surely be going to hell.

That being said, it's still a cute place to have a bite…

Roka Boutique

20118 N 67th Avenue
Suite 300
Glendale, AZ 85308

Leslie F. writes: The sales staff is awesome! Location is great and they have extended hours for the west side of town. Honestly, it is one of the best boutiques I have found in the valley. I'm used to living in big cosmopolitan cities with cutting edge fashion, so…

Ladybug Cafe

1295 W Washington St Ste 102
Tempe, AZ 85281

Ian S. writes: This is a family run lunch counter place for the local business stooges to grab some soup or a sandwich without having to drive 20 miles and battle with other tools just to have lunch.

They're friendly and personable, but you can't eat here too often,…

Port of Subs

1158 W Washington Street
Tempe, AZ 85281

Sarah B. writes: What I love about this place:  You can submit an order online and go pick it up without having to wait in the long lunch line!  Thank god for the internet.  The staff is efficient for the most part.  The sandwiches are made to order and they have…

Codfather II

3361 W Greenway Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85053

w w. writes: When I first heard the name of this restaurant, I laughed.  The Codfather? Come on, that's pretty funny.  And after a few times of just driving past it, my friend and I decided to stop and have some lunch.

If you like fish and chips, you'll like the…

Babbo Italian Eatery

20211 N 67th Ave
Glendale, AZ 85308

Ben R. writes: Ok. so on the west side, people wait for hours (every night of the week) for f*ing olive garden. Are you kidding me? Come on people, if you want crappy Italian food check out the freezer section at Fry's. No waiting!

So in that context, Babbo is…

Coyote Hill Bar & Grill

12417 W Glendale Avenue
Glendale, AZ 85307

w w. writes: Aside from the long ass drive to get here, Coyote Hill is pretty cool.  But when I say long ass drive, I mean that this place is out in the middle of nowhere, by Luke Air Force Base and pretty much nothing else.

Just driving by, you wouldn't have any…

Stardust Lounge

4346 W Olive Ave
Glendale, AZ 85302

w w. writes: This is a popular bar for west siders because the drinks are cheap and they have a kickin' happy hour menu.

I had a really weird server here once that told me I had superwoman's eyes and an old soul. I didn't know what to say, so I murmured thank you…

944 Media

4237 N Craftsman Court
Scottsdale, AZ 85251

J-Man S. writes: Asking yourself "what is the point of this magazine" is like trying to find meaning in a Pauly Shore movie.  

There is no point!  Just sit back, relax, and allow yourself to be entertained.  Are you really expecting any sort of intellectual…

Pasta Pomodoro

3395 W Chandler Boulevard
Chandler, AZ 85226

Sarah G. writes: I really Love this place!
I stopped in for lunch and tried a couple new things.

The Ravioli di Zucca Appetizer (see pics) which is:
roasted butternut squash ravioli with parmesan, brown butter,
sage and crumbled amaretti...OMG it was just delicious but…

Pita Paradise

21001 N. Tatum Blvd
Ste 36-1170
Phoenix, AZ 85073

w w. writes: Pita Paradise hasn't been open long. They actually may have only been open a few months, but I'm not sure.  The location of this restaurant is primo.  They're right in the middle of Desert Ridge, close to the movie theaters and other stores.  

The…

Mokis Hawaiian Grill

3614 E Southern Ave
Mesa, AZ 85206

Elle T. writes: When you walk in, you're assaulted with a decor that some people think represents Hawaii: surfboards, pineapples, a smattering of "exotic" words and sayings, twangs on a uke overhead, and bold splashes of green and blue. Very, very slick and expected…

Java Universe Java

9189 N 59th Avenue
Glendale, AZ 85302

w w. writes: It's nice to go somewhere other than Starbucks sometimes and Java Universe is pretty cool.

Their coffee is really good and I love their smoothies.  They give you a choice between using ice cream or yogurt and espresso and fruit can be added to them.…

Espresso Italia

1425 E University Drive
Suite 106
Tempe, AZ 85281

w w. writes: Espresso Italia deserves a shout-out.  I like all things Italian, especially the men, but that has nothing to do with this review.

I used to work for a company that got their espresso and coffee machines from Espresso Italia and they were some of the…

Coffee Shark Cafe

1020 E Ray Rd
Ste 1
Chandler, AZ 85225

w w. writes: This little guy just opened up not too long ago and I'm already a big fan.  I love coffee shops with drive-thru's.  They're so great. I love grabbing coffee on the fly when I'm in a rush and Coffee Shark makes that possible.  Of course, if you come…

SKYE

16844 N Arrowhead Fountain Center Dr
Peoria, AZ 85382

Thomas S. writes: OK. I'm a CenPho snob. A yelp elitist. I admit it. I own it. So when I found out I was going to Peoria for an event, I had already formed my opinion. Cheesey place with cheesey people. God, I love being right! This place is HUGE. Over 14,500 square…

Entrees to Go

21050 N. Tatum Blvd
Phoenix, AZ 85050

w w. writes: My friend's parents don't like to cook.  Well, maybe that's an understatement.  They HATE to cook.  In fact, her mom once told me that the only thing she's ever cooked is a Lean Cuisine.  I told her I don't think that counts.

And when said parents go…