Goodyear Skate Park

3151 N Litchfield Road
Goodyear, AZ 85338

Lauren V. writes: I haven't yet visited this park, but know the guy who helped design it, and have heard from several fans that this is beautiful...
except...
swayed by outspoken BMXers, the city allowed bikes at the park. old fashioned BMX and skate rivalries aside,…

Blockbuster Video

3234 S Mill Ave
Tempe, AZ 85281

Lauren V. writes: after i moved out by myself and couldn't afford cable unless it was split three ways, i spent A LOT of time here while living in Tempe.

it's decent for a chain video joint, but, like anywhere else, if it's not a hot new release, they've got about one…

Pasta Pomodoro

4669 E Cactus Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85032

Tracy K. writes: Pasta Pomodoro is slightly above average compared to most chain Italian restaurants. It has a vibe which makes it seem like a little Italian bistro you might come across in New York City. The two times I've been there, I've ordered their tortellini…

Pomeroy's

5551 N 7th St
Phoenix, AZ 85014

Eric R. writes: I'll definitely come back here. It has a nice long bar, booths for eating and drinking, pool tables and a few video games. I was stoked that they had Fat Tire on tap for $3.75. They also have a lot of other good beer choices on tap at reasonable…

El Pollo Supremo

221 W University Dr
Tempe, AZ 85281

Erica O. writes: If you haven't been here. Go. Now. Stop reading this review, ignore the fact that you just ate an hour ago, and go nosh the shit out of some of the best damn chicken you'll find in the valley.

There are only two options at this place that are on par…

Cowtown Skateboards

215 W University
Tempe, AZ 85281

Lauren V. writes: NIce shop, all the brands of clothes, gear, shoes, sunglasses you would expect from a skateboard shop.
took the place of Plush, which i'm still bitter about : (

Phoenix Ranch Market

5833 S Central Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85040

Christine O. writes: The most amazing thing about Ranch Market is that it successfully combines all the disparate elements that people in Phoenix and L.A. (where I grew up) experience about Mexican culture and food into one exciting, colorful, and interesting shopping…

Einstein's Bagels - ASU

Arizona State University Memorial Union - Room M182
Tempe, AZ 85281

Lauren V. writes: I used to hate that Einstein's was the only bagel place on campus, cause i loved Bruegger's so much better.
I've since grown to enjoy these bagels more. The service here was usually pretty quick (sometimes you only have like 10 minutes between…

Scottsdale 6 Drive In Movie Theater

8101 E McKellips Rd
Scottsdale, AZ 85250

brad w. writes: This is a five star experience, friends.  

It's run-down.  It's dirty on the edges.  I also direct your attention to the fact it's an OPERATIONAL DRIVE IN MOVIE THEATRE.  

It's my perfect summer date- no lie.  Cruise up, catch a reasonably priced…

Barro's Pizza

12629 N Paradise Vlg Pkwy W
Phoenix, AZ 85032

Kristin C. writes: This place totally cracks me up.  It's a drive through.  Pizza in a drive though.  

And it's so funky looking.  I remember when it was built it started out as something else and I was shocked when it became a Barro's.  It's been at least a year since…

Park of the Canals

1710 N. Horne
Mesa, AZ 85201

Natalie W. writes: Park of the Canals started as nothing more than a roped-off area where the ruins of ancient Hohokam Indian canals had been discovered. Today it is a 30-acre park and desert botanical garden, including vegetation from four distinct desert regions.…

Naughty Knobbery

429 W Jackson St.
Phoenix, AZ 85003

Kristin C. writes: It's tough to find a category for a store that sells nothing but knobs, so I want to say that first.  This store sells knobs.  But they are COOL knobs!

[Editors note: DANG it was harder than I thought to not make any suggestive references.  I want it…

Mint

718 N 4th St
Phoenix, AZ 85004

stephy s. writes: Hmmm, what to say about Mint.

Okay, if you are a girl and looking for clothes here, I'd say pass. Unless of course you have a tiny waste and are maybe a size 0-4 on a good day. If you are looking for funky earrings, it might be worth a stop, but the…

MonOrchid

214 E Roosevelt St.
Phoenix, AZ 85073

Dave B. writes: Don't let the outside fool you ... this is a HUGE and equally beautiful art gallery.

Don't miss this place on your First Fridays walk (it's right next to Carly's).

Toila!

3312 N 3rd St
Phoenix, AZ 85012

Kristin C. writes: Toila! is that perfect cute boutique that has everything from candles to furniture to clothes, all with a very classic feminine quality.  When you first walk in you almost feel like it doesn't belong in it's location, but the owners really wanted to…

EXPOSED Studio & Gallery

4225 N 7th Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85013

Stevey P. writes: Looks like Gregg Edelman (the owner) has expanded his offerings.  I never went to the old gallery (on 3rd St.), but since his move to 7th Ave., his offerings and square footage must have grown.

I moseyed in here the other day (on a First Friday)…

Red Dog Gallery

812 N 3rd St
Phoenix, AZ 85073

Kristin C. writes: The gallery has lots of great stuff.  While I have never been pushed over the edge to purchase something yet there have been several that have made me contemplate if I could find the right spot.  

The location can't be beat - in the heart of the…

.anti-space

718 N. 4th St
Phoenix, AZ 85073

Kristin C. writes: Ok, 3 1/2 stars with a few cool spots that push it to the 4 side of the fence.  These spots are tiny.  But these artists really make the most of them.  It's great to see how each artist makes the space their own.  Like one of those things where each…

Walgreen Drug Stores

710 E Camelback Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85014

Michael S. writes: A walgreens with no liquor? What am I, in Utah?

Rainbow Donuts

8714 N 7th St
Phoenix, AZ 85020

Kristin C. writes: I was the office hero when I used to bring these in.  Their chocolate dipped cake donuts are "The freaking bomb-digadus", as one friend explained.  And their little donut holes... oh.... heaven.  I often would get there when they were still warm and…

Esplanade Center

2415 E Camelback Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85016

Alicia B. writes: If you're looking to watch a movie, 4 stars.
If you're looking to eat out, 4 stars.
If you're looking for a sugary treat, 4 stars.
If you're looking for a great glass of wine, 4 stars.

Pretty much, if you're looking to spend money, 4 stars.

This isn't…

Dr. David Boca

10214 N Tatum Blvd
Phoenix, AZ 85028

Jake C. writes: I don't you know about you all, but I can't stand going to the dentist. It has to be one of the Top Five "Things I Would Least Like to Do Today" on a consistent basis.

Dr. Boca has been my dentist for the past seven or eight years and it has become…

Cafe Istanbul

903 S Rural Rd
Ste 107
Tempe, AZ 85281

w w. writes: I miss living in Tempe.  They just seem to have more of the little ethnic joints than say, Scottsdale does.  Cafe Istanbul is one of the places I miss going to, although I still will grab lunch or dinner there if I'm in the area.

They have really…

Downtown Phoenix Public Market

721 N Central Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85004

Eric P. writes: In the style of  Bret Easton Ellis:

Took a walk down a flight of stairs, landed in downtown Phoenix, strolled into its center, into the Public Market. Don't let people lie to you, Public Markets are for the ugly. I usually shop at the Whole Foods, or…

Sears

1425 W Southern Ave
Mesa, AZ 85202

Lawrence T. writes: When you need a tool for installing solar panels, this sears is pretty good. The staff are helpful and friendly and the tool department is HUGE... compared the ones we have here. They had a great selection and we spent over 500$ on stuff..

Cricket Pavilion

2121 N 83rd Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85035

Lauren V. writes: for some reason, every show i've ever seen here was in the dead of summer... i haven't been to a show here (because somewhere around the age of 20 I said nu-uh, no way, too effing hot to do this anymore) in about six years.
plus, i'm just not into…

Petsmart

3855 E Thomas Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85018

Gabi K. writes: If you're a pet person, chances are, you've been to Petsmart more times than you can count... with so many locations, I'm not sure it really matters which one you go to, but this one has been good to me over the past year and a half.  Minnie's had…

Bounce U

1166 S Gilbert Rd
Gilbert, AZ 85233

Kristin C. writes: Kids bored?  Too much energy?  Tired of them trying to bounce off the bed/couch/walls?  Maybe it's too hot/cold to play outside?  Well, this place appears to have an answer for all those things.  

Bounce U is an indoor, air conditioned spot FILLED…

Ah-So

6033 W Bell Rd
Glendale, AZ 85308

Laura R. writes: Have been going to this AH-SO for year's way before it got popular, you have to go in at the right time now if you don't like to wait. I like this one better than the one on 75th ave food wise it is better. I will write another review on that…

Dozo

4320 N Miller Rd
Scottsdale, AZ 85251

lindsay b. writes: They actually have the best Tempure in this state. They have very very good food.

I have eaten here a lot and never ever got sick. Which is a good sign, I cant say that for most sushi places.

Here is a list of the bomb ass stuff to get.

Banzai Roll…

La Casa Del Mariachi

1420 N 24th St
Phoenix, AZ 85008

Lisa M. writes: 'Doh!  I thought I was gonna be the first to review, for sure.  Guess not.  Went here before catching a flight and needed our food fast, no problem!  We each ordered a beer.  The strange thing is that she ordered her michoada style and it had tomato…

Arrivederci Restaurant

7101 E Thunderbird Rd
Scottsdale, AZ 85254

Gabi K. writes: Although I'd been in this shopping center before, last night was my first time dining at Arrivederci... some friends of mine were in from out of town and suggested we meet here for dinner.  I bit my tongue instead of suggesting Giuseppe's instead and…

Kincaid's

2 S 3rd St
Phoenix, AZ 85004

Brad H. writes: I have a tendency to forget about this restaurant, but after having dinner there the other night, I don't know why. We went to celebrate my father-in-law and brother-in-law's birthday. Because it wasn't a game night and because we had an early…

Home Depot the

1740 S Country Club Dr
Mesa, AZ 85210

Lawrence T. writes: They had what i was looking for ... it wasn't easy to find but after asking 3 people I eventually found it. A folding table and shelving. The place is typically big and laid out like most other home depots. Know what to expect when you go and you…

Nyc Pizza & Pasta

1034 N Gilbert Rd
Gilbert, AZ 85234

Natalie W. writes: NYC Pizza & Pasta offers a slice of New York in the Arizona desert. Or, at least what their advertising dept. says. It may not be New York, but really, how many pizza joints in the east valley have a real wood-burning brick-oven?

This is truly a great…

Party America

1185 S. Arizona Ave
Chandler, AZ 85225

Natalie W. writes: Don't go into Party America if you (and those you share your life with) won't be OK with you bringing home a rainbow clown wig, neon green St. Patrick's Day hats, plastic Sponge Bob tableware, 1000 Mardi Gras beads, and 10 pounds of assorted hard…

Takamatsu

4214 W Dunlap Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85051

Korina A. writes: I swore I had already reviewed this place. But I must've been hallucinating (again.) I had stopped in here quite a while back, to pick up some sushi, gyoza, and seaweed salad to go. I was pretty unimpressed, and I remember thinking I'd give it two…

Oregano's Pizza and Bistro

328 N. Gilbert Rd
Gilbert, AZ 85233

Natalie A. writes: I love Oregano's! Plan for a wait though. My friend and I try and go on a fairly regular basis and we just plan to wait and have drinks so it's not really a big deal. We love the Pesto Pizza which is a thin crust, with duh... Pesto, tomato and…