North Mountain Park

12950 N 7th St
Phoenix, AZ 85020

Sarabear B. writes: Great spot for a quick after or before work hike.  The popular summit trail has 2 trailheads.  One is on 7th street just north of the main park entrance.  The parking here is usually impossible during peak hours.  I suggest going to the main…

Marshalls

1801 E Camelback Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85016

Nadia C. writes: Marshall's Rocks.

I love coming by here to pick up any house stuff, stationary, decorations, wrapping supplies like gift bags, fancy soaps-- just a bunch of stuff I don't NEED but like to BUY.

The shoe department is sad but the clothes are a great deal…

The Silver Pony

620 W Dobbins Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85073

Christine O. writes: If you live close by, this is a great spot for some good old-fashioned karaoke (on Thursdays and Sundays) and really, really cheap drinks. We went for the first time last night and had a great time. Staff and patrons were all very friendly.

Albazi Restaurant

1818 W Bethany Home Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85073

Mr K. writes: One evening I was spacing out all zombie-style on my way home from work and somehow ended up going further down 19th Ave then I had planned on. I snapped out of my stupor once I got to Bethany Home Road and decided to turned left. And then there, on…

Margarita Rocks

410 S Mill Ave
Tempe, AZ 85281

Marcy Lola R. writes: Love this place.
Yes. You read this right.
I love Margaritarocks!

Let me count the ways:
On crowded Saturday Night along Mill Ave, despite the seemingly long line -
you'll actually get in quickly.  My friend and I literally just wanted to dancing -…

McDonalds

6005 S. Central Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85040

Kristin C. writes: Girlfriend says "Want McDonald's for lunch?"

I'm super hungry.  But I've been trying to do no fast food for Lent.  

Girlfriend says, "Oh yea, you weren't eating fast food yet, right."

I see the golden arches in the distance.  Quickly slipping I say,…

Fuchsia

1854 S Val Vista, Ste 108
Village Sq at Dana Park Shopping Ctr
Mesa, AZ 85204

Yvette R. writes: The idea is simple. You become a member for $59 a month and your membership fee entitles you to a one-hour massage or custom facial a month. If you need more beautifying beyond a facial or a massage in a month, then extra facials, massages or waxing…

Andy's Family Restaurant

18450 N 19th Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85023

Ian S. writes: As close to a diner as you will get in Phoenix.

They might even call you "hun."

It's a "home cookin'" type place.  Comfort foods, breakfast served all day, and assorted sandwiches and soups.

Chompie's Restaurant & Deli

3202 E Greenway Rd Ste 1281
Phoenix, AZ 85032

Ian S. writes: Jewtastic fares here are so so.  They really cram how New York they are down your throat and then don't deliver on quality.

The deli is the way to go here.  Get a bagel or a sandwich.  Stay away from the breakfasts unless you're really not picky about…

Paradise Valley High School

3950 E Bell Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85032

w w. writes: I too was a Trojan, and as Kristin C. noted, many a high school student had fun with that mascot.  In fact, we all thought it was hilarious that our mascot was a trojan and our school district was 69.  Oh the jokes that inspired.

I was in Stugo…

Strike Zone Sports Bar

3202 E Greenway Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85032

Kristin C. writes: Neighborhood sports bar. This location has actually been several sports bars, including a most recently a Famous Sam's and prior to that a Native New Yorker in it's history (Started out as a Mexican Restaurant when the place was built, though it's…

Paradise Valley Unified School District No 69

15002 N 32nd St
Phoenix, AZ 85032

Kristin C. writes: When I saw this on the map, I just had to make a comment.  I spent my whole K-12 educational life within the PVUSD system.  And yea, I and many of my friends turned out ok.  

But growing up in it we thought we were one of the top districts in the…

Yes Mart

4727 E Southern Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85042

Kristin C. writes: Before stepping in the door, I know they sell fine jewelry, socks, mobile phones, phone cards for calling Mexico and ethnic hair products - all from signs posted outside.  It was like a magnet.  I was pulled in by pure curiosity.

I step in and I'm…

Taco Bell/Long John Silvers

725 W Southern Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85041

Kristin C. writes: Do we really need this in our lives?  Really?  REALLY????

This is the second such place I've seen - the first was over a year ago and I'd almost forgotten but I think it's over on 7th street near Dunlap.  They just closed down the Taco Bell on Central…

Ohana Hawaiian Barbeque

865 N Gilbert Rd # 105
Gilbert, AZ 85233

Natalie W. writes: Dave's brother M had been raving about this place for several weeks. Said he just couldn't get enough of their Kalua Pork, BBQ chicken and Maui Maui. So we gave him an excuse to satisfy his cravings and went with him to Ohana Hawaiian Barbeque last…

Rio Rico

747 N Val Vista Dr # 110
Gilbert, AZ 85233

Natalie W. writes: Rio Rico is kind of a glorified taco stand. And I usually LOVE taco stands. Only Rico's has the prices of a fancy-smancy sit down restaurant. In Scottsdale. They had a cute patio but it smelled like the car exhast from the nearby AmPm. Our carne…

Cafe Rumba

1315 S Gilbert Rd # 102
Mesa, AZ 85204

Carina M. writes: I am giving this place 3 stars.  I found the service friendly and fast -- in fact, one of the best places for a genuine smile and overall friendliness.

It accommodates large families with a decent dining area that can remind you vaguely of a school…

24 Hour Fitness

3321 E Bell Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85032

Kelly B. writes: This review is dedicated to Dominique (one of the managers at this location) because he seems to love being the center of attention!  Why else would you bring your ELECTRIC GUITAR to the gym???

Dom, maybe you think it's cool to serenade us with your…

Food City

845 W Southern Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85041

Kristin C. writes: I hadn't been to a Food City in at least 10 years - because if you had a choice who would really go to a Food City?  But, they built a brand new one right on Southern that I pass every single day.  (I prayed for a Sunflower or a Trader Joe's.  I got…

Sweet Tomatoes

10046 N 26th Dr
Phoenix, AZ 85021

Mr K. writes: When I first experienced the salad-buffet restaurant concept (well, beyond Sizzler anyway) back in 1992, I thought it was the greatest invention ever.

"I'm eating healthy!" I told myself, "and therefore I can eat whatever I want, because everything in…

Cha'dow Cafe

48 S. San Marcos Place
Chandler, AZ 85225

Natalie W. writes: OK Sandwiches, soups, chilli, salads, and desserts. Pretty good food, but not as good as other cafe choices nearby (i.e. Flavors of Nature and Better Than Sex Cafe). Another star was deducted for the surly waitress and bathroom that looked like it…

Indo-Euro Foods

1601 E Bell Road
Suite #A-12
Phoenix, AZ 85073

Mary H. writes: I looked everwhere for a British specialty shop here in the valley! Have you priced shipping from the UK? If so you will find the price of items VERY reasonable. Of course the prices are higher than our neighbourhood grocery store but we should…

Valero Corner Store

5110 W Baseline Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85073

Kristin C. writes: What is up with themed convenience stores?  This one was pretty much trying to be "Mexico" - not a small part, but the whole country.  Above the cigarettes behind the counter has a wall boarder painted with rolling green hills and it says "Smoker…

Arizona Golf Resort and Conference Center

425 S Power Rd
Mesa, AZ 85206

Erik S. writes: Would be 4 stars but you have to pay $9.95 per day for the Internet so that's an automatic downgrade. I'm staying here on the government's dime, so that makes it a little nicer for me since I don't have to pay for any of it, although I'm sure I have…

Historic District Antique Mall

539 W McDowell Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85003

Thomas S. writes: A sequined jacket, worn by a member of 60s band, The Coasters.
Beautiful Scandinavian and Dutch furniture.
I full figured knight in shining armor. Seriously.
And I'm just talking about the stuff we bought.
Kidding. We left with a little purple glass…

Cold Stone Creamery

1959 S Power Rd
Mesa, AZ 85206

Carina M. writes: I love Cold Stone.  I think it's the fixins that make the ice cream.  I've found that their bland ice cream is to complement the fixings you put in there.  I love love love their chocolate ice cream with peanut butter and peanut butter cups.  I used…

Bistro 24

2401 E Camelback Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85016

w w. writes: If you have the money, or a company card, then Bistro 24 could be a nice place to dine for lunch or dinner.  But if the meal's on your dime, you'll probably want to head somewhere else.

Bistro 24 is ritzy.  It is in the Ritz Carlton after all.  You…

Beadrageous

1408 N Scottsdale Rd
Scottsdale, AZ 85257

Theresa F. writes: Great prices and selection! Don't be deceived by the appearance--the store does look like a bargain basement sale but you can in fact find some great deals and beautiful stones.  I found a strand of rhyolite (just what I had been looking for) as well…

Brown Bag

1775 W. University Dr., Ste 130
Tempe, AZ 85281

Kristin C. writes: The Brown Bag is one of those tiny restaurants in a commercial complex catering to the folks who work in the area and don't have time to go far.  Some of these places can be really great.  Some would never stay in business if there were better…

Resurrection Lutheran Church

4930 E Greenway Rd
Scottsdale, AZ 85254

Kristin C. writes: Big enough to have several options for services and different ministries, but small enough to still have folks say hello because they recognize you're not a regular.  I grew up in this church, and while I've moved to a different part of town, and a…

La Serenita Tacos & Mariscos

961 W Ray Rd
# 3
Chandler, AZ 85225

Natalie W. writes: Pretty good taco stand. Especially yummy home-made tortillas. Big burritos, kind of greasy. Like Simon says, "It's OK but rather forgettable." I think I need to work on my British accent.

Rolberto's

818 W Broadway Rd
Tempe, AZ 85282

Natalie W. writes: Not as nice as Filiberto's -- if you can call that "nice." But a good option for cheap Mexican eats in this part of town. Nearly the same menu, and a bit less expensive if memory serves..

Village Inn

310 E Bell Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85022

Kristin C. writes: Tired of suggestion you and your friends go to Denny's?  Wanting something that's almost a step up from Denny's but with similar menu items and willing to put up with your wild/drunk/insomniac friends?  If you're willing to pay just a dollar or more…

Glitter Box

140 W Main Street
Mesa, AZ 85209

Natalie W. writes: If I am voting as a jaded adult, I give this place 2 stars. But if I am voting through the eyes of little girls everywhere, I give it 5+. So I'll settle for 3 1/2.

Glitter Box is about at girly-girl as a place can be. Pink, purple, glitter (of…

Tacos De Juarez

1017 N 7th St
Phoenix, AZ 85006

Danny S. writes: There it is, the shittiest looking place on 7th Street. A yellow box of a building that you would never enter. Some know it as "that place next to the bus station." Others know it as "Exican Fod" because the sign on the wall (now covered by a vinyl…

Samari Sams

7366 E Shea Blvd
Scottsdale, AZ 85260

Ian S. writes: Home of teriyaki made in industrial plants and low grade rice for non-asians.

One thing saves it from two stars, and that is being able to get dark meat chicken in your ricebowl for less than white meat.  Leave the white meat to the tourists and walk…

Waffle House

1801 W. Baseline Rd
Guadalupe, AZ 85283

Ben P. writes: A few years ago, I took a trip to Phoenix as a thank-you gift from a client.  Hey, win a $330,000,000 case, get a free weekend trip to Phoenix.  Who knew?  What was the highlight of the trip?  The fantastic hotel?  Nope.  The multiple free rounds of…

Que Bueno

13207 N La Montana Dr
Fountain Hills, AZ 85268

Cathleya G. writes: Solid Mexican food with good prices and friendly service.  The chips are flour rather than corn, which is unique, and theyre superfresh. Nice and LONG happy hour(s) 2PM-6PM everyday.