Dunkin Donuts

1931 W Northern Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85021

.elin f. writes: WHY OH WHY is there not a Dunkin Donuts here in the Bay Area? Because the good people at DD do not want me to become diabetic from drinking their crack (aka extra cream, extra sugar) laced coffee twice a day? Oh okay. That's very nice of them. I…

Wong's Place

1825 E Baseline Rd
Tempe, AZ 85283

Bonnie G. writes: I really just wanted Chinese food. Not the healthy Thai or Vietnamese food or the other pan-Asian establishments that are all about healthy cooking. I wanted the grease-and I wanted it now!

Located really close to Mr. Mustachios abode, we drove over…

Hangar Cafe

1725 E Ryan Rd
Chandler, AZ 85249

Natalie W. writes: The Hanger Cafe is not what you'd call "upscale". In fact, if you go, you'll more likely be dining alongside farmers and local businessmen than Beautiful People.

However, if you enjoy an old-time "greasy spoon" you will likely love Hanger. It serves…

Honey Bear's BBQ

7670 S Priest Dr
Tempe, AZ 85281

Jeffory M. writes: Marie and I decided to do a little shopping today so we drove across I-10 from Ahwatukee to Tempe to check out Ikea and Costco.  After strolling through each of the big stores and not buying anything that could spoil in the heat of the car, we…

Massage Envy Chandler

2510 W Chandler Blvd
# 7
Chandler, AZ 85224

Natalie W. writes: Message Envy in Chandler is amazing. They may not be the fanciest place but their massages are worth every penny and then some. The staff is so friendly and yet perfectly professional. I generally am wary of anything that includes the word…

Sunflower Market

1706 E Southern Ave
Tempe, AZ 85282

Bonnie G. writes: Screw you Whole Foods. Me and Sunflower Market are going steady and your overpriced organic goods, bangin' sushi and prepared foods, and vegan chocolate cake can't win me back.

Baby...Sunflower...I am so sorry I cheated on with WF today. I reached for…

Hail Mary's On Priest

1402 S Priest Drive
Tempe, AZ 85281

Melissa H. writes: We've been to Hail Mary's quite a few times this fall because it is an Ohio bar...Saturdays, they show the Buckeye games and then on Sunday, it's time for the Browns. In fact, it's one of the meeting places for the Browns Backers club out here. My…

Aj's Purveyor of Fine Foods

13226 N 7th St
Phoenix, AZ 85022

Laura R. writes: My little one and I stopped in for a sweet treat the other day I let her choose. We had the chocolate mousse cups and my bad I didnt take pics because I couldnt wait to dig in. Working from top to bottom it was in layers. It had a huge fresh…

Trader Joe's

4821 N 20th St
Phoenix, AZ 85016

Adam M. writes: Joe.... I love your nuts.

Also... I love your cheese.

Nuts.... Mmmm. Raw nuts. In my mouth. So firm and tasty.

I don't even feel funny saying that, and I am a very hetero guy.

I do the bulk of my shopping here, though for veggies I'm starting to hit up…

Edible Phoenix

P.O. Box 9519
Phoenix, AZ 85068

Jennifer W. writes: If you love to read up about locally produced food, local restaurants, nutrition, gardening and culture, you need to start reading Edible Phoenix.  It's a quarterly publication dedicated too all things food related in Phoenix.  

There are scrumptious…

Boeing Company the

5000 E McDowell Rd
Mesa, AZ 85215

Erik S. writes: I just got back from 4 days in the Phoenix area with Boeing and I was thoroughly impressed. We started out with a tour of the production line followed by lots of meetings. The response from the employees for our being there was amazing. They all took…

Four Peaks Pizza & Grille

5943 E McKellips Rd
Mesa, AZ 85215

Erik S. writes: Went here with my outstanding Boeing hosts. It's a nice hangout. They had pretty good beer and the pizza was greasy but tasty. This place would get 4 stars, except for the fact that when our rental car wouldn't start in the parking lot, about 7 staff…

AMC Esplanade 14

2515 E Camelback Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85016

Thomas S. writes: And open letter to the Esplanade Theaters:

Dear Mr. or Ms. Esplanade
I enjoy your theaters. They are close to my home. And close to many restaurants and shops. Although I have to say the actual shops and restaurants at the Esplanade. Well, they suck.…

My Sister's Closet

2915 S Alma School Rd.
Chandler, AZ 85225

Natalie W. writes: I'm so happy I could cry. I just bought a Juicy T-shirt for under 10 bucks! And a purse and a tank and several pairs of jeans. All for my pre-teen daughter---the one with champagne & caviar tastes but is stuck in our root beer & pizza family.

My…

Virgin Megastore Arizona Mills

5000 S Arizona Mills Cir
Ste 590
Tempe, AZ 85282

w w. writes: Biggest music store I've ever seen! One of the few good stores in Arizona Mills. The staff knows where everything is too, and they have a huge selection of little known and/or imported music.

You can find some pretty good sales going on where you can…

Dilly's Deli

2895 S Alma School Rd
Chandler, AZ 85225

Dan M. writes: Bar none, one of the best sandwiches I've ever had.  Love the Dilly Club.  Portions are HUGE, almost enough for two, and the homemade bread is as good as it gets.

I've been bringing people from the office here, and they all unanimously agree that…

AZ Wine Company

2515 N Scottsdale Rd
Scottsdale, AZ 85250

Alicia B. writes: MEH.

That's how I felt when I left AZ Wine.

WOW.

That's what I thought when I entered.

So, what happened once inside? Allow me to explain.

It was nearly 20 minutes browsing the aisles before somebody popped their head over and said, "You finding…

Belsito Ristorante

7125 E 5th Ave
Scottsdale, AZ 85251

Theresa F. writes: What a fabulous little restaurant! Tucked away on a small street (no cars allowed) in the arts district of Scottsdale, this Italian Restaurant gives off a very homey-vibe with loads of personality and hospitality.  The service is impeccable, the…

Gainey Suites Hotel

7300 E Gainey Suites Dr
Scottsdale, AZ 85258

Natalie G. writes: Although I couldn't breath outside because of the dry 120 degree heat, I still was able to enjoy sitting under the misters and soak in the pool at Gainey Suites. Tiffany L. and I found out the key to AZ is to live in your bathing suit or a strappy…

Coronado Golf Course

2829 N Miller Rd
Scottsdale, AZ 85257

P. G. writes: This might be the biggest dive golf course on the planet, which most certainly adds to its charm.  Cheap, not crowded, absolutely no frills, but a great place for a beginner to learn how to play golf and have fun.  Proper golf attire NOT required.…

Morning Star Cafe

1220 W Alameda Dr
Tempe, AZ 85282

Sarah G. writes: I stopped in here for Lunch today and met my girl Andrea K.

It's a cute little Christian themed cafe with an extremely friendly staff.

They offer breakfast all day, sandwiches and soups.

At first I wasn't in the mood for a "sandwich" and just settled…

The Monastery

4810 E McKellips Rd
Mesa, AZ 85215

Chris T. writes: This place is by far the most ambitious bar idea I have seen in... well, forever.  Somehow they can pull it off!  I first went to the location out in the west valley and I was blown away.  Then when I moved to Gilbert, I was saddened because I…

Elmer's Tacos

355 N Arizona Ave
Chandler, AZ 85225

Sammy S. writes: The son and I tried Elmer's last night for the first time.  Figured he could see what the place is about so he knows where he can dash to for lunch from CHS.

He got the Asada burrito which he said tasted good.   I got the green beef hot burrito.  It…

Bak'd

156 W Main St.
Mesa, AZ 85209

Chris W. writes: We went by this place a hundred times, and always commented on the fact that we should go there. We went on Valentines 2007 for the first time. We have been there twice since. The restaurant has gone above and beyond our expectations every time. I am…

Starbucks

701 W McDowell Rd
Ste 100
Phoenix, AZ 85007

Adam M. writes: I like this Charbucks a lot. I just wish they served non starbucks coffee :)

It's right on a busy corner, but there are steel bollards to prevent drunk drivers from crashing into and killing the folks sitting on the patio.

It's right off the freeway,…

Pete's Fish & Chips

203 N MacDonald
Mesa, AZ 85201

Kona Boy P. writes: Aloha:
I have eaten Pete's since I was 6 month old 1951, it has not changed a bit. One of the last drive inn's in any where. Red & White glaring out in the hot Arizona night. It is the one thing I will always do when visiting Phoenix. The Mesa store…

Tempe Village Lanes

4407 S Rural Rd
Tempe, AZ 85282

Lauren V. writes: yes and yes. i went here recently with a girlfriend and her boyfriend for some Rock 'n Bowl action. i hadn't been to a bowling alley on the weekend for about...10 years?
wow, have they stepped it up a notch. no longer is it black lights, disco lights…

Lulu's Taco Shop

610 N Gilbert Rd Ste 303
Gilbert, AZ 85234

Eric M. writes: FINALLY, Mexican food to rave about!

Those that read my reviews know I don't get too excited about Mexican food.  I feel most places do it the same, just "ok".  I never eat Mexican food and think, "omg this is good".... that, is, until now.  LuLu's…

New Beginnings Laser Therapy & MediSpa

3303 S Lindsay Rd
#118
Gilbert, AZ 85233

Natalie W. writes: This most interesting thing about this medical spa isn't the new MediDerm laser treatments they feature, proven to be better than peels, dermabrasion or lifts. It's not the "revolutionary" laser smoking cessation treatments. It isn't the upscale…

Lollilocks Kids Hair Salon

3510 E Baseline Rd., Suite 103
Mesa, AZ 85204

Diandra T. writes: My three year old HATES having her hair touched. She has thick curls and it's a fight to even shampoo her hair. Not only was the atmosphere calming and entertaining, the hairstylist was a dream. She explained everything that she was doing, reminded…

Costco Home

1345 W Elliot Rd.
Tempe, AZ 85284

Molly R. writes: Thanks to Kristin C. and John S. for posting about Costco Home! I never knew such a place existed.  And I agree that we are lucky to have one of these here.  

We bought two very nice desks for our home office today and I was pleasantly surprised at…

Sonic Drive-In

5151 W Peoria Ave
Glendale, AZ 85302

Lilani E. writes: Dear Sonic,

 Why all the commercials in Los Angeles when the only place I have EVER seen you is in Arizona?  

I love Sonic.  It's a great fast food place, with classic drive up windows and servers that come and skate your order to your car.  Their…

In-N-Out Burger

7467 E Frank Lloyd Wright Blvd
Scottsdale, AZ 85257

Thomas S. writes: This isn't so much an In n Out review, which I will touch on, but more of an update to a previous Simonmed review (based on an MRI I required). I don't know what MRI stands for but I'm sure it's not something positive or cheerful like Monkey Reads…

In-N-Out Burger

19407 N 27th Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85073

Ian S. writes: There are trailers around here, so work that pays $13 bucks an hour for flipping burgers and slicing up potatoes is very much appreciated.  They love their jobs.  They have a smile and a cheery hello with every customer.  It is almost like they are…

La Perrona Ropa y Botas

2049 W Broadway Rd.
Mesa, AZ 85209

Lauren V. writes: ok, what *doesn't* this amazing  store have? you want a leather jacket draped in red, white and blue? done. you want a trashy club shirt for $6? done and done. you need a cheap pair of shoes for a wedding? done. you want a gaudy pink purse that has…

Batteries Plus

1829 E Southern Ave
Tempe, AZ 85282

Lauren V. writes: i went here one time, to buy a car battery. i have no idea how this came about or why this kid offered, but next thing i knew, the 20 year old employee was changing my car battery for me in their parking lot. good for him, customer service gets an A+…

Skymall Inc

1520 E Pima St
Phoenix, AZ 85034

Mike V. writes: I love this magazine/catalog! You will find this catalog of neat stuff on most flights. It has so many hard to find in the retail stores stuff. Most of them are USA invented or produced. Want shoes that have springs in the soles to give you that…

Munch A Mania

2090 E University Dr
Tempe, AZ 85281

Katie N. writes: Munch A Mania is by far one of my favorite restaurants.  I take everyone there, and I pick it up when my friends have babies.  Everything is good, and the service is GREAT!  It feels like I'm going to a friend's house when I go to Munch A Mania.  The…

T T Nails and Spa

11485 N 136th St
Scottsdale, AZ 85259

Kristin S. writes: TT Nails.  Take two.

After a failed attempt last weekend I tried TT Nails again for a pedicure last Saturday.  I was seated promptly upon arriving.  The color selection was very limited, only a few bottles of Essie and not really in the light nude and…