Guidebook for Phoenix
Food Scene
Right across the street and starts serving breakfast at 6:30am, continues with lunch and dinner with gourmet food, drinks, wine, and beer
274 locals recommend
La Grande Orange Grocery & Pizzeria
4410 N 40th StRight across the street and starts serving breakfast at 6:30am, continues with lunch and dinner with gourmet food, drinks, wine, and beer
Chelsea's Kitchen
5040 N 40th StA short walk away to this nearby gourmet restaurant.
Giant Rustic Pizza
4515 N 16th StA short walk away to this nearby gourmet restaurant.
North Italia
4925 N 40th StA short walk away to this nearby gourmet restaurant.
Postino Arcadia
3939 E Campbell AveDirectly across the street from this gourmet restaurant.
Ingo's Tasty Food
4502 N 40th StDirectly across the street from this gourmet restaurant.
Sushiholic
3957 E Camelback RdA short walk away to this nearby gourmet restaurant.
A short walk away to this old-school Phoenix Mexican food institution.
28 locals recommend
Tee Pee Mexican Food
4144 E Indian School RdA short walk away to this old-school Phoenix Mexican food institution.
Pita Jungle - Arcadia
4340 E Indian School RdA short walk away to this nearby gourmet restaurant.
Loving Hut
3239 E Indian School RdVegan restaurant a short walk away.
A short walk away to this local-style Mexican street food fare location open late.
Los Cerritos Mexican Food
A short walk away to this local-style Mexican street food fare location open late.
MOD Pizza
4280 E Indian School RdA short walk away to this nearby gourmet restaurant.
Pei Wei
701 W McDowell RdA short walk away to this nearby gourmet restaurant.
Wildflower Bread Company
7001 N Scottsdale RdA short walk away to this nearby gourmet restaurant.
A short walk away to this nearby gourmet restaurant on 40th Street just south of Indian School Road.
49 locals recommend
Over Easy
4730 E Indian School RdA short walk away to this nearby gourmet restaurant on 40th Street just south of Indian School Road.
The Vig Arcadia
4041 N 40th StA short walk away to this nearby bar.
Flower Child
100 E Camelback RdA short walk away to this nearby gourmet restaurant.
Buck & Rider
4225 E Camelback RdA short walk away to this nearby gourmet restaurant.
The Henry
4455 E Camelback RdA short walk away to this nearby gourmet restaurant and bar.
Tarbell's
3213 E Camelback RdA short walk away to this nearby gourmet restaurant.
First Watch
3215 E Camelback RdA short walk away to this nearby gourmet breakfast restaurant.
Tomaso's on Camelback
3225 E Camelback RdA short walk away to this nearby gourmet restaurant.
Steak 44
5101 N 44th StA short walk away to this nearby gourmet restaurant.
A short walk away from this Phoenix institution of street-level fish and chips.
15 locals recommend
Pete's Fish & Chips
4121 N 44th StA short walk away from this Phoenix institution of street-level fish and chips.
Starbucks
2824 N 44th StFor those hardcore Starbucks enthusiasts, this is the closest one.
Local yoga studio and well-being center a short walk away.
29 locals recommend
The Madison Improvement Club
3802 E Indian School RdLocal yoga studio and well-being center a short walk away.
A short walk away to this nearby gourmet bakery and breakfast cafe'.
39 locals recommend
Essence Bakery Cafe
3830 E Indian School RdA short walk away to this nearby gourmet bakery and breakfast cafe'.
A short walk away to this nearby gourmet restaurant and market.
23 locals recommend
Chestnut Fine Foods & Provisions
2398 East Camelback RoadA short walk away to this nearby gourmet restaurant and market.
Valley Bar
130 N Central AveThe coolest bar for natives of Phoenix.
Pizzeria Bianco
623 E Adams StTraditional style.
The Macintosh
2119 E Camelback RdA short drive away from this restaurant.
El Chorro
5550 E Lincoln DrA short drive away from this fine dining establishment.
The Parlor Pizzeria
1916 E Camelback RdA short drive away to this nearby restaurant.
Arriba Mexican Grill
15370 W McDowell RdA short drive away to this nearby restaurant.
A short drive away to this nearby very cool long-standing local deli, cafe, gourmet grocery store, where often there is local live acoustic jazz.
11 locals recommend
Duck and Decanter
1651 E Camelback RdA short drive away to this nearby very cool long-standing local deli, cafe, gourmet grocery store, where often there is local live acoustic jazz.
Hula's Modern Tiki
5114 N 7th StA short drive away to this nearby Tiki bar.
It's a must for their bacon breakfast burrito, as well as to get your 24-hour local Mexican food fix.
Julioberto's Fresh Mexican Food
2237 E Indian School RdIt's a must for their bacon breakfast burrito, as well as to get your 24-hour local Mexican food fix.
Desert Jade Restaurant
3215 E Indian School RdA short drive away from this local Chinese restaurant.
Matt's Big Breakfast
825 N 1st StA short drive away from this local breakfast chain.
Snooze, an A.M. Eatery
2045 E Camelback RdA short drive away from this local breakfast chain.
Texaz Grill
6003 N 16th StA short drive away from this local Texas-style steakhouse.
Dick's Hideaway
6008 N 16th StA short drive away from this bar and grill.
Honey Bear's BBQ
2824 N Central AveA short drive away from this local Memphis-style BBQ grill.
Drinks & Nightlife
Vincent Market Bistro
3930 E Camelback RdA short walk away to this nearby gourmet restaurant.
The Grind
3961 E Camelback RdA short walk away to this nearby gourmet restaurant.
A short walk away to this nearby gourmet restaurant.
233 locals recommend
O.H.S.O. Eatery & nano-Brewery
4900 E Indian School RdA short walk away to this nearby gourmet restaurant.
Arcadia Tavern
4801 E Indian School RdA short walk away to this nearby Irish bar.
Sushi Brokers Arcadia
4419 E Indian School RdA short walk away to this nearby gourmet restaurant.
Chopper John's
2547 E Indian School RdLocal dive biker bar full of character, a couple miles away.
The Armadillo Grill
1904 East Camelback RoadA short drive away to this nearby sports grill.
Hava Java
3166 E Camelback RdA short drive away from this coffee hangout.
A short drive away from this fine Mexican restaurant for those who like it extra spicy.
63 locals recommend
Richardson's Cuisine of New Mexico
6335 N 16th StA short drive away from this fine Mexican restaurant for those who like it extra spicy.
Cj's Talley's Pub
1219 E Glendale AveA short drive away from this local bar and grill.
A short drive away from this old-time Phoenix steakhouse institution, where in the 1950's newlyweds Joe DiMaggio and Marilyn Monroe once dined. Still a great steak.
137 locals recommend
Durant's
2611 N Central AveA short drive away from this old-time Phoenix steakhouse institution, where in the 1950's newlyweds Joe DiMaggio and Marilyn Monroe once dined. Still a great steak.
A short drive away, a great place to take out-of towners that think they want to eat local food but in truth can't handle spicy food.
36 locals recommend
Phoenix City Grille
5816 N 16th StA short drive away, a great place to take out-of towners that think they want to eat local food but in truth can't handle spicy food.
The view from this restaurant atop a mountain in Paradise Valley is precious.
Worth the price of drinks or dinner.
49 locals recommend
elements
5700 E McDonald DrThe view from this restaurant atop a mountain in Paradise Valley is precious.
Worth the price of drinks or dinner.
Local Lesbian country-and-western bar a short drive away.
6 locals recommend
The Cash Nightclub & Lounge
1730 E McDowell RdLocal Lesbian country-and-western bar a short drive away.
Donovan's Steak & Chop House
3101 East Camelback RoadA short drive away to this steakhouse restaurant.
Everything Else
Vincent on Camelback
3930 E Camelback RdA short walk away to this nearby gourmet restaurant.
Gigi's Cupcakes
3925 East Camelback RoadA short walk away to this nearby gourmet restaurant.
Ken's Nails & Spa
4730 E Indian School RdBest luxury nail spa in the area.
NextCare Urgent Care
2122 N Scottsdale RdA short walk away for medical care.
7-Eleven
3201 E Shea BlvdA short walk away from this 24 hour convenience store.
Juby True
3912 E Camelback RdA short walk away to this nearby juice bar.
The UPS Store
7904 E Chaparral RdA short walk away to this shipping location.
Walgreens
3420 N Scottsdale RdA short walk away to this chain drugstore.
A short walk away to this upscale grocery store, gourmet take-out kitchen, and purveyor of fine wines and spirits
114 locals recommend
AJ's Fine Foods
5017 North Central AvenueA short walk away to this upscale grocery store, gourmet take-out kitchen, and purveyor of fine wines and spirits
ATM (Wells Fargo Bank)
5151 N 44th StA short walk away from this chain bank and ATM
Bank of America ATM
7247 E Main StA short walk away from this chain bank and ATM.
A short walk away to this nearby gourmet New-York style pizza and wings restaurant.
18 locals recommend
Streets of New York
16838 N 7th StA short walk away to this nearby gourmet New-York style pizza and wings restaurant.
Altitude Trampoline Park Phoenix
3921 E Indian School RdA short walk away from this indoor trampoline park.
Fresh Cut Romance
4111 N 44th StA short walk away from this upscale floral shop.
German Sausage Co
4900 E Indian School RdA short walk away from this German restaurant and beer hall.
The Rebel Lounge
2303 E Indian School RdA couple miles away for the best hot young bands.
Crescent Ballroom
308 N 2nd AveA few miles away for the hottest touring bands.
Scottsdale Fashion Square
7014 E Camelback RdLuxury mall a few miles away
Biltmore Fashion Park
2502 E Camelback RdLuxury mall a few miles away.
If discount shopping had a temple, this would be its high altar. Hail to the discounts!
42 locals recommend
Last Chance Clearance Store
1919 E Camelback RdIf discount shopping had a temple, this would be its high altar. Hail to the discounts!
Nearby landmark, has hiking trails open to the public.
1752 locals recommend
Echo Canyon Trail and Recreation Area
East McDonald DriveNearby landmark, has hiking trails open to the public.
My residence is within walking distance of this exclusive preparatory school
Phoenix Country Day School
3901 E Stanford DrMy residence is within walking distance of this exclusive preparatory school
Barry Goldwater Park
East Lincoln DriveMemorial statue of the late Senator
Heard Museum
2301 N Central AveMuseum of Native American arts and culture
Not anywhere nearby, when you want to get away from it all old west style
88 locals recommend
Harold's Cave Creek Corral
6895 E Cave Creek RdNot anywhere nearby, when you want to get away from it all old west style
A day's drive to Tucson and back to see this desert wildlife museum.
670 locals recommend
Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum
2021 N Kinney RdA day's drive to Tucson and back to see this desert wildlife museum.
Serene setting for local and exotic cacti from around the world. Butterfly garden and night concerts under the stars.
1231 locals recommend
Desert Botanical Garden
Serene setting for local and exotic cacti from around the world. Butterfly garden and night concerts under the stars.
Not nearby but holds football games and various events
546 locals recommend
University of Phoenix Stadium
1 Cardinals DrNot nearby but holds football games and various events
Accessible from my residence via bus connecting to light rail.
279 locals recommend
Arizona State University
1151 South Forest AvenueAccessible from my residence via bus connecting to light rail.
Grand Canyon University
3300 W Camelback RdAccessible by bus from my residence.
A funky, comfy place to pass the time reading, playing games, browsing, and dining at the cafe'.
Bookmans Entertainment Exchange
8034 N 19th AveA funky, comfy place to pass the time reading, playing games, browsing, and dining at the cafe'.
My Sister's Closet
6204 N Scottsdale RdUpscale resale boutique items.
Well Suited
4859 N 20th StUpscale men's resale apparel.
Trader Joe's
7720 W Bell RdClosest location of this chain
Whole Foods Market
4701 N 20th StClosest location of this chain
Paradise Valley Country Club
7101 N Tatum BlvdA nearby exclusive golf club.
The famed hotel bar is where "White Christmas" was written, and the restaurants have the best exclusive holiday and weekend buffets/brunches.
58 locals recommend
Arizona Biltmore Spa
2400 E Missouri AveThe famed hotel bar is where "White Christmas" was written, and the restaurants have the best exclusive holiday and weekend buffets/brunches.
This church has a cemetery, the final resting place of the late Sen. Barry Goldwater. The house where he lived, Be-Nun-I-Kin, is atop the hill, his presidential candidacy launched from the back porch.
Christ Church of the Ascension
4015 East Lincoln DriveThis church has a cemetery, the final resting place of the late Sen. Barry Goldwater. The house where he lived, Be-Nun-I-Kin, is atop the hill, his presidential candidacy launched from the back porch.
Also called the Franciscan Renewal Center, a resort-style retreat for Catholics to explore themes of faith.
Franciscan Renewal Center "The Casa"
5802 E Lincoln DrAlso called the Franciscan Renewal Center, a resort-style retreat for Catholics to explore themes of faith.
Temple Solel
6805 E McDonald DrNearby house of worship.
Prince of Peace Lutheran Church
3641 N 56th StNearby house of worship.
Spirit in the Desert Retreat Center
7415 E Elbow Bend RdResort-style center for Lutherans to explore themes of faith.
Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Phoenix
4027 E Lincoln DrNearby house of worship.
Valley View Bible Church
4222 E Lincoln DrNearby house of worship.
Palo Cristi Presbyterian Church
3535 E Lincoln DrNearby house of worship.
Arizona Canal Trail - 40th St/Camelback Rd
Nearby jogging/walking/biking trail.
Local architectural oddity atop a butte, the city has taken it over to restore.
31 locals recommend
Tovrea Castle At Carraro Heights
5025 E Van Buren StLocal architectural oddity atop a butte, the city has taken it over to restore.
Mynd Spa & Salon
2502 E Camelback RdThe luxurious destination spa has its local center a short drive away.
The reputable hospital has a local facility here a short drive away.
91 locals recommend
Mayo Clinic Hospital
5777 E Mayo BlvdThe reputable hospital has a local facility here a short drive away.
Musical Instrument Museum
4725 E Mayo BlvdThe unique museum is a short drive away.
A day trip away to this legendary town of the old west, restored to its former glory days with re-enactments of the OK Corral shootout.
332 locals recommend
Tombstone
300 N Sumner StA day trip away to this legendary town of the old west, restored to its former glory days with re-enactments of the OK Corral shootout.
A day trip away from this old west hillside mining camp that has an old saloon and business district.
476 locals recommend
Jerome
A day trip away from this old west hillside mining camp that has an old saloon and business district.
A day trip away from this town nestled in the red rocks, it draws many seeking alternate therapies, lifestyles, and beliefs. Or, just have some drinks and look at the pretty rocks.
883 locals recommend
Sedona
A day trip away from this town nestled in the red rocks, it draws many seeking alternate therapies, lifestyles, and beliefs. Or, just have some drinks and look at the pretty rocks.
Charlie's Phoenix
727 West Camelback RoadLocal country-and-western Gay bar a short drive away.
LA Fitness
710 W Camelback RdA short drive away from this chain gym.
Shopping
Baskin Robbins
3953 E Camelback RdA short walk away to this nearby ice cream parlor.
Rita's
4730 E Indian School RdA short walk away from this east coast chain of frozen desserts.
Zia Records (Camelback - Phoenix)
6135 W Camelback RdA local music institution, stocks unusual and hard to find items.
Stinkweeds
12 W Camelback RdA local music institution, stocks unusual and hard to find items.
A short drive away, well worth every calorie for the ice cold confections they serve.
17 locals recommend
The Gelato Spot
3164 E Camelback RdA short drive away, well worth every calorie for the ice cold confections they serve.