Guidebook for Paradise Valley
Food Scene
A great place to grab brunch! A local favorite! Pastries, creative breakfasts & gourmet pizzas star at this chic bakery/cafe with a grocery section.
274 locals recommend
La Grande Orange Grocery & Pizzeria
4410 N 40th StA great place to grab brunch! A local favorite! Pastries, creative breakfasts & gourmet pizzas star at this chic bakery/cafe with a grocery section.
Market & contemporary cafe serving coffee along with local, seasonal breakfast & lunch fare.
23 locals recommend
Chestnut Fine Foods & Provisions
2398 East Camelback RoadMarket & contemporary cafe serving coffee along with local, seasonal breakfast & lunch fare.
This is one of Arcadia's newer restaurants that hits high marks on many dishes. Raw bar fare, meat dishes and craft drinks offered in a stylish dining room with patio seating
120 locals recommend
Buck & Rider
4225 E Camelback RdThis is one of Arcadia's newer restaurants that hits high marks on many dishes. Raw bar fare, meat dishes and craft drinks offered in a stylish dining room with patio seating
This stylish, funky choice for seasonal Mexican-Asian fusion cuisine also offers creative cocktails.
150 locals recommend
SumoMaya
6560 N Scottsdale RdThis stylish, funky choice for seasonal Mexican-Asian fusion cuisine also offers creative cocktails.
Secret Spot - This is a local staple that has been in the Valley for years - Cozy, chic bistro serving French staples & a daily fixed-price menu in white-tablecloth surrounds.
9 locals recommend
Vincent Market Bistro
3930 E Camelback RdSecret Spot - This is a local staple that has been in the Valley for years - Cozy, chic bistro serving French staples & a daily fixed-price menu in white-tablecloth surrounds.
This hip spot for American fare with thoughtfully sourced ingredients offers craft beer & cocktails. Great happy hour specials - live music on select nights.
39 locals recommend
Salty Sow
4801 E Cactus RdThis hip spot for American fare with thoughtfully sourced ingredients offers craft beer & cocktails. Great happy hour specials - live music on select nights.
O.H.S.O. is one of Phoenix's most popular local restaurants. Amazing brunch specials, on-site brewed beers, and patio games to keep everyone entertained.
84 locals recommend
O.H.S.O. Brewery- Paradise Valley
10810 N Tatum BlvdO.H.S.O. is one of Phoenix's most popular local restaurants. Amazing brunch specials, on-site brewed beers, and patio games to keep everyone entertained.
The Covenant is a 900 degree kitchen concept utilizing an array of organic, locally-sourced ingredients complementing an extensive wine list and hand-crafted cocktail program. All with a casual and elegant atmosphere.
26 locals recommend
The Covenant
4740 E Shea BlvdThe Covenant is a 900 degree kitchen concept utilizing an array of organic, locally-sourced ingredients complementing an extensive wine list and hand-crafted cocktail program. All with a casual and elegant atmosphere.
Parks & Nature
This is Phoenix's most iconic mountain! Some may find the trailheads challenging - but the views are phenomenal. This trailhead does get busy so be prepared. Always bring plenty of water and a mobile phone device when hiking. Please remember to never stray from the trails.
1752 locals recommend
Echo Canyon Trail and Recreation Area
East McDonald DriveThis is Phoenix's most iconic mountain! Some may find the trailheads challenging - but the views are phenomenal. This trailhead does get busy so be prepared. Always bring plenty of water and a mobile phone device when hiking. Please remember to never stray from the trails.
Stunning mountain range! Some may find the trailheads challenging - but the views are phenomenal. This trailhead does get busy so be prepared. Always bring plenty of water and a mobile phone device when hiking. Please remember to never stray from the trails.
489 locals recommend
Piestewa Peak
Stunning mountain range! Some may find the trailheads challenging - but the views are phenomenal. This trailhead does get busy so be prepared. Always bring plenty of water and a mobile phone device when hiking. Please remember to never stray from the trails.
This is one of my favorite State parks in Arizona. It makes for the perfect day trip and the hike is moderate. Payson is a quaint town with charming restaurants and shops. The drive is one of my favorite parts, seeing the transition from the Sonoran Desert to Pine Trees is truly unique to Arizona!
164 locals recommend
Tonto Natural Bridge State Park
Nf-583AThis is one of my favorite State parks in Arizona. It makes for the perfect day trip and the hike is moderate. Payson is a quaint town with charming restaurants and shops. The drive is one of my favorite parts, seeing the transition from the Sonoran Desert to Pine Trees is truly unique to Arizona!
Essentials
Safeway
14696 N Frank Lloyd Wright BlvdNearby grocery store.
Ajs Fine Foods
7141 E Lincoln DrFine groceries and organic selections. Great bakery!
Shopping
Upscale shopping mall with high-end department stores & retailers, plus restaurants & fast food.
494 locals recommend
Biltmore Fashion Park
2502 E Camelback RdUpscale shopping mall with high-end department stores & retailers, plus restaurants & fast food.
Scottsdale Fashion Square is the largest shopping mall in Arizona. Enjoy upscale amenities, luxury brands, fine restaurants, entertainment, and so much more. Fashion Square has approximately 2 million SF of retail space – ranking among the top 30 largest malls in America.
734 locals recommend
Fashion Square
Scottsdale Fashion Square is the largest shopping mall in Arizona. Enjoy upscale amenities, luxury brands, fine restaurants, entertainment, and so much more. Fashion Square has approximately 2 million SF of retail space – ranking among the top 30 largest malls in America.
Famous outdoor shopping mall with tons of shops and restaurants. Located in Scottsdale, AZ - Kierland Commons is an outdoor shopping center including Crate & Barrel, Michael Kors, Sur La Table, Anthropologie and 70 stores.
699 locals recommend
Kierland Commons
Famous outdoor shopping mall with tons of shops and restaurants. Located in Scottsdale, AZ - Kierland Commons is an outdoor shopping center including Crate & Barrel, Michael Kors, Sur La Table, Anthropologie and 70 stores.
Across the street from the Kierland Commons you will find more popular stores, restaurants, and the famous iPic movie theater!
428 locals recommend
Scottsdale Quarter
15279 N Scottsdale RdAcross the street from the Kierland Commons you will find more popular stores, restaurants, and the famous iPic movie theater!
Arts & Culture
Western Spirit: Scottsdale’s Museum of the West is located in Old Town Scottsdale, Arizona on the former site of the Loloma Transit Station, and opened in January 201
121 locals recommend
Western Spirit: Scottsdale's Museum of the West
3830 N Marshall WayWestern Spirit: Scottsdale’s Museum of the West is located in Old Town Scottsdale, Arizona on the former site of the Loloma Transit Station, and opened in January 201
Sightseeing
The historic Old Town Scottsdale is the mecca of restaurants, shops, culture, and nightlife. Divided into different zones you will find unique restaurants, local shops, art galleries, and robust nightlife. Seasonal Farmer's Market on Saturdays, Seasonal Art Installations, and Famous Festivals. There is something for everyone in Old Town.
1378 locals recommend
Old Town Scottsdale
3200 N Scottsdale RdThe historic Old Town Scottsdale is the mecca of restaurants, shops, culture, and nightlife. Divided into different zones you will find unique restaurants, local shops, art galleries, and robust nightlife. Seasonal Farmer's Market on Saturdays, Seasonal Art Installations, and Famous Festivals. There is something for everyone in Old Town.
Get a true taste of the west in the historic town of Cave Creek. Stunning scenery, mountain views, unique western themed restaurants, shops, and seasonal festivals. This is a great place to visit if you want to experience the historic west.
238 locals recommend
Cave Creek
Get a true taste of the west in the historic town of Cave Creek. Stunning scenery, mountain views, unique western themed restaurants, shops, and seasonal festivals. This is a great place to visit if you want to experience the historic west.
Entertainment & Activities
OdySea Aquarium in Scottsdale, Arizona, is a marine aquarium, and the largest aquarium in the Southwest United States. It holds more than 2,000,000 US gallons of water and spans over 200,000 square feet
603 locals recommend
OdySea Aquarium
9500 East Vía de VenturaOdySea Aquarium in Scottsdale, Arizona, is a marine aquarium, and the largest aquarium in the Southwest United States. It holds more than 2,000,000 US gallons of water and spans over 200,000 square feet
Indoor, interactive rainforest habitat housing thousands of butterflies, plus a cafe & gift shop.
413 locals recommend
Butterfly Wonderland
9500 East Vía de VenturaIndoor, interactive rainforest habitat housing thousands of butterflies, plus a cafe & gift shop.
McCormick-Stillman Railroad Park is a 40-acre railroad park located in Scottsdale, Arizona. It features a 15 in gauge railroad, a Magma Arizona Railroad locomotive, a railroad museum, three model railroad clubs and a 7 ¹⁄₂ in gauge live steam railroad. Beautiful Christmas light display during the holidays!
211 locals recommend
McCormick-Stillman Railroad Park
7301 E Indian Bend RdMcCormick-Stillman Railroad Park is a 40-acre railroad park located in Scottsdale, Arizona. It features a 15 in gauge railroad, a Magma Arizona Railroad locomotive, a railroad museum, three model railroad clubs and a 7 ¹⁄₂ in gauge live steam railroad. Beautiful Christmas light display during the holidays!
You don't have to be a pro golfer to enjoy Top Golf! Great views, fun atmosphere, and entertaining for everyone!
597 locals recommend
Topgolf
9500 Talking Stick WayYou don't have to be a pro golfer to enjoy Top Golf! Great views, fun atmosphere, and entertaining for everyone!