Mesa, Scottsdale, Tempe
Food scene
Housed in a charming historic bungalow near ASU, this is an authentic American-style restaurant.
They serve spectacular salads and wonderfully romantic dinners for two, with an extensive wine list. Order the blackened ahi tuna, keeping in mind the menu changes seasonally. The garden-setting patio, with shade trees, brickwork, and water features, is the best in town.
79 locals recommend
House of Tricks
114 E 7th StHoused in a charming historic bungalow near ASU, this is an authentic American-style restaurant.
They serve spectacular salads and wonderfully romantic dinners for two, with an extensive wine list. Order the blackened ahi tuna, keeping in mind the menu changes seasonally. The garden-setting patio, with shade trees, brickwork, and water features, is the best in town.
This downtown Tempe favorite has featured Italian dishes made of organic, natural and local ingredients.
They serve free-range poultry, wild-caught salmon, and local produce and bread; they’re also known for pasta made daily by hand. Seasonal dishes include Osso Bucco in the spring, sparkling cocktails for summer, and polenta bowls in winter.
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40 locals recommend
Caffe Boa
398 S Mill AveThis downtown Tempe favorite has featured Italian dishes made of organic, natural and local ingredients.
They serve free-range poultry, wild-caught salmon, and local produce and bread; they’re also known for pasta made daily by hand. Seasonal dishes include Osso Bucco in the spring, sparkling cocktails for summer, and polenta bowls in winter.
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This is where you go for made-to-order crêpes. Serving specialty coffees and is open for breakfast and lunch.
It features ingredients from top local and regional farms and is owned by Chef Jeff Kraus, who recently appeared on Food Network’s “Chopped.” One crêpe to try: Papa K (Hassayampa ham, eggs, chile jack cheese and roasted mushrooms)
29 locals recommend
Crêpe Bar
7520 S Rural Rd This is where you go for made-to-order crêpes. Serving specialty coffees and is open for breakfast and lunch.
It features ingredients from top local and regional farms and is owned by Chef Jeff Kraus, who recently appeared on Food Network’s “Chopped.” One crêpe to try: Papa K (Hassayampa ham, eggs, chile jack cheese and roasted mushrooms)
Features Pad Thai, Drunken Noodles, and Red Curry. Mussaman Curry is a favorite for take-out; simmered in coconut milk, onions, and potatoes, it’s served with chicken, beef, pork, fresh or crispy tofu, or vegetables. Dessert changes monthly and varies from fried bananas to caramel cheesecake.
24 locals recommend
Yupha's Thai Kitchen
1805 E Elliot RdFeatures Pad Thai, Drunken Noodles, and Red Curry. Mussaman Curry is a favorite for take-out; simmered in coconut milk, onions, and potatoes, it’s served with chicken, beef, pork, fresh or crispy tofu, or vegetables. Dessert changes monthly and varies from fried bananas to caramel cheesecake.
With our open-air bar seating, expansive dog-friendly patio, bright colors, and iconic “Lovin’ Touchin’ Squeezin’ “ neon sign, we quickly became a fixture in the Downtown community. Our menu offers just the right mix of classic breakfast favorites and modern brunch dishes with creative cocktails and coffee drinks to match.
76 locals recommend
Morning Squeeze
4233 N Scottsdale RdWith our open-air bar seating, expansive dog-friendly patio, bright colors, and iconic “Lovin’ Touchin’ Squeezin’ “ neon sign, we quickly became a fixture in the Downtown community. Our menu offers just the right mix of classic breakfast favorites and modern brunch dishes with creative cocktails and coffee drinks to match.
Festive restaurant featuring an eclectic breakfast & lunch menu, happy hours & breezy patio seating.
Dine-in·
Curbside pickup·
6 locals recommend
Whats Crackin Cafe
6663 E McDowell RdFestive restaurant featuring an eclectic breakfast & lunch menu, happy hours & breezy patio seating.
Dine-in·
Curbside pickup·
Barrio Queen
7114 E Stetson DrMexican spot with amazing hand-made chips
Sightseeing
Papago Park is a municipal park of the cities of Phoenix and Tempe, Arizona, United States. It has been designated as a Phoenix Point of Pride. It includes Hunt's Tomb, which is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
18 locals recommend
Papago Park Center
Papago Park is a municipal park of the cities of Phoenix and Tempe, Arizona, United States. It has been designated as a Phoenix Point of Pride. It includes Hunt's Tomb, which is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
Sea Life Arizona is a 26,000 square foot interactive aquarium located at Arizona Mills mall in Tempe, Arizona. The aquarium contains thousands of aquatic creatures, plus interactive touch pools and a 360° ocean tunnel. Sea Life Arizona is owned and operated by Merlin Entertainments, which operates over thirty other aquariums in eleven countries on two continents. Eight of these are in the United States
66 locals recommend
SEA LIFE Centre Arizona
5000 S Arizona Mills CirSea Life Arizona is a 26,000 square foot interactive aquarium located at Arizona Mills mall in Tempe, Arizona. The aquarium contains thousands of aquatic creatures, plus interactive touch pools and a 360° ocean tunnel. Sea Life Arizona is owned and operated by Merlin Entertainments, which operates over thirty other aquariums in eleven countries on two continents. Eight of these are in the United States
Golfland-Sunsplash is a series of water parks and family amusement centers originating in Mesa, AZ. The park is separated into two separate parks. Golfland operates year-round and features three miniature golf courses, an arcade, a pizza restaurant, a go-cart track, and bumper boats. Sunsplash operates in the summer and features 29 water-based attractions.
134 locals recommend
Golfland Sunsplash
155 W Hampton AveGolfland-Sunsplash is a series of water parks and family amusement centers originating in Mesa, AZ. The park is separated into two separate parks. Golfland operates year-round and features three miniature golf courses, an arcade, a pizza restaurant, a go-cart track, and bumper boats. Sunsplash operates in the summer and features 29 water-based attractions.
Saguaro Lake Guest Ranch
13020 N Bush HwySaguaro Lake
The beauty of Saguaro Lake Ranch, an Arizona guest ranch located on the banks of the Lower Salt River in the shadow of the majestic Bulldog Cliffs, has to be seen to be believed. Days filled with sun and adventure combine to create a vacation, with panoramic views, the serenity of our location, and the excitement of all our outdoor activities make Saguaro Lake Ranch an oasis in Arizona’s Sonoran Desert that you just don’t want to miss.
13 locals recommend
Saguaro Lake Guest Ranch
13020 N Bush HwyThe beauty of Saguaro Lake Ranch, an Arizona guest ranch located on the banks of the Lower Salt River in the shadow of the majestic Bulldog Cliffs, has to be seen to be believed. Days filled with sun and adventure combine to create a vacation, with panoramic views, the serenity of our location, and the excitement of all our outdoor activities make Saguaro Lake Ranch an oasis in Arizona’s Sonoran Desert that you just don’t want to miss.
Shopping
100 shops and restaurants to choose from, Tempe Marketplace is the ultimate destination for Valley natives and out of town visitors. Delivering a refreshingly vibrant outdoor environment, complete with cozy fireplaces, unique water features and lush landscaping, the center provides an unparalleled interactive shopping, dining and entertainment experience. Dramatic lights and eye-catching laser elements create a modern and spirited atmosphere, yet the gathering spaces and entertainment areas make it a warm community hub. Conveniently located in the heart of the Valley at the Loop 101 and 202 crossroads, Tempe Marketplace is just minutes from Phoenix, Scottsdale, Mesa, Chandler and Gilbert.
427 locals recommend
Tempe Marketplace
2000 E Rio Salado Pkwy 100 shops and restaurants to choose from, Tempe Marketplace is the ultimate destination for Valley natives and out of town visitors. Delivering a refreshingly vibrant outdoor environment, complete with cozy fireplaces, unique water features and lush landscaping, the center provides an unparalleled interactive shopping, dining and entertainment experience. Dramatic lights and eye-catching laser elements create a modern and spirited atmosphere, yet the gathering spaces and entertainment areas make it a warm community hub. Conveniently located in the heart of the Valley at the Loop 101 and 202 crossroads, Tempe Marketplace is just minutes from Phoenix, Scottsdale, Mesa, Chandler and Gilbert.
Nightlife and Night Caps
Latin American fare & cocktails are served in a warm, comfortable setting with a game room & big patio.
22 locals recommend
Social Hall
715 S McClintock DrLatin American fare & cocktails are served in a warm, comfortable setting with a game room & big patio.
Skysill Rooftop Lounge
11 East 7th StreetCasey Moore's Oyster House
850 S Ash AveLaid-back venue featuring dueling piano players playing familiar tunes in a convivial atmosphere.
26 locals recommend
Low Key Piano Bar
501 S Mill AveLaid-back venue featuring dueling piano players playing familiar tunes in a convivial atmosphere.