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Walking distance of 1/2 mile. Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.
This place is a home made food, pizzeria, wine bar, coffee house, and boutique market. Grab & go or hangout fresh food & beverages
274 locals recommend
La Grande Orange Grocery & Pizzeria
4410 N 40th StWalking distance of 1/2 mile. Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.
This place is a home made food, pizzeria, wine bar, coffee house, and boutique market. Grab & go or hangout fresh food & beverages
Essence Bakery Cafe
3830 E Indian School Rd Home made breakfast and lunch
CenturyGrandPhx.com
Highly recommended
Craft cocktails
Make a reservation
It’s a trip back in time
Walking distance
61 locals recommend
Century Grand
3626 E Indian School RdCenturyGrandPhx.com
Highly recommended
Craft cocktails
Make a reservation
It’s a trip back in time
Walking distance
Great food, open air bar and dining, outdoor fireplace. Great place for that special night. Located about 1 mile North on 49th Street
191 locals recommend
Chelsea's Kitchen
5040 N 40th StGreat food, open air bar and dining, outdoor fireplace. Great place for that special night. Located about 1 mile North on 49th Street
Lola Coffee
1001 N 3rd AveJust a block away. Good food, Large portions and great coffee
Doughbird
4385 E Indian School RdGreat Pizza and salads and they have gluten free crust as well !
Brunch & Sip
3950 E Indian School RdWalking distance
Walking distance 1/2 mile. I’ve heard they have an amazing Bloody Mary bar and great food
50 locals recommend
Hash Kitchen
4315 E Indian School RdWalking distance 1/2 mile. I’ve heard they have an amazing Bloody Mary bar and great food
Walking distance, Open air patio with live music on Sundays with wine specials, good food, outdoor fireplace
120 locals recommend
The Vig Arcadia
4041 N 40th StWalking distance, Open air patio with live music on Sundays with wine specials, good food, outdoor fireplace
Walking distance 1/2 mile. Mostly outdoors, great food with specialty burgers, fresh drinks and a simple healthy menu
Ask for Adam & Eve style if you don’t want the bread in your burger ;)
Also I Highly recommend the “Grey Hound" cocktail
83 locals recommend
Ingo's Tasty Food
4502 N 40th StWalking distance 1/2 mile. Mostly outdoors, great food with specialty burgers, fresh drinks and a simple healthy menu
Ask for Adam & Eve style if you don’t want the bread in your burger ;)
Also I Highly recommend the “Grey Hound" cocktail
Walking distance, Wine bar with delicate eats and open air dining.
141 locals recommend
Postino Arcadia
3939 E Campbell AveWalking distance, Wine bar with delicate eats and open air dining.
Sushi Brokers Arcadia
4419 E Indian School RdWalking distance, this is the place to go watch a game, and socialize. The food is decent but not great
85 locals recommend
The Porch
1128 E Baseline RdWalking distance, this is the place to go watch a game, and socialize. The food is decent but not great
Walking distance in a 1/2 mile. Great place for breakfast or lunch. Breakfast is served weekdays till 10:30 and weekends until 2:00 with really great healthy options
37 locals recommend
Wildflower Bread Company
7001 N Scottsdale RdWalking distance in a 1/2 mile. Great place for breakfast or lunch. Breakfast is served weekdays till 10:30 and weekends until 2:00 with really great healthy options
Walking distance. We haven’t tried this one yet but we heard to Make reservations for the underground bar
172 locals recommend
Sip Coffee & Beer
3617 N Goldwater BlvdWalking distance. We haven’t tried this one yet but we heard to Make reservations for the underground bar
Walking distance, Lots of specialty burgers, gluten free options, salads and insane amount of sports
164 locals recommend
Cold Beers & Cheeseburgers
4222 N Scottsdale RdWalking distance, Lots of specialty burgers, gluten free options, salads and insane amount of sports
Walking distance to a long time Phoenix historic favorite. I recommend the “old signature” chili rellenos soufflé with green sauce
28 locals recommend
Tee Pee Mexican Food
4144 E Indian School RdWalking distance to a long time Phoenix historic favorite. I recommend the “old signature” chili rellenos soufflé with green sauce
Beckett's Table
3717 E Indian School RdBarbecue and specialty salads
The Attic Ale House
4247 E Indian School RdWalking distance, Great upstairs patio view
Chicago Hamburger Co
3749 E Indian School RdWalking distance for a Chicago style burger. Always busy
Century Grand
3626 E Indian School RdRated one of the best cocktail bars in the world
Great open air atmosphere.
Food is good but a little pricy for small plates
138 locals recommend
North Italia
4925 N 40th StGreat open air atmosphere.
Food is good but a little pricy for small plates
Over Easy
4730 E Indian School RdHighly recommend for breakfast, it’s within a long walking distance
Jewel's Bakery & Cafe
4041 E Thomas RdLots of gluten free homemade
Sushiholic
3957 E Camelback RdBest sushi in the area. It is a little under a mile from here
Freshly Laid - Arcadia
Papi Gordo's
Food Scene
A short drive - Matt's is well known here as being the best breakfast in town. This a new location near us so I look forward to trying it. My friend said the waffle is super amazing
227 locals recommend
Matt's Big Breakfast
825 N 1st StA short drive - Matt's is well known here as being the best breakfast in town. This a new location near us so I look forward to trying it. My friend said the waffle is super amazing
Flower Child
100 E Camelback RdThe clean eating choice for lunch and dinner
Located at the Biltmore, great clean food and shopping experience
233 locals recommend
True Food Kitchen
15191 N Scottsdale RdLocated at the Biltmore, great clean food and shopping experience
Buck & Rider
4225 E Camelback RdSpecialty dishes
O.H.S.O. Eatery & nano-Brewery
4900 E Indian School RdPopular weekend bike stop along the canal
Barrio Queen
7114 E Stetson DrBest Mexican cuisine in town
The Henry
4455 E Camelback RdSteak 44
5101 N 44th StHaven’t tried it but heard it good if you like a high end steak scene
Historic Restaurant, Open air bar and large outdoor seating with a great view of Camelback Echo Canyon
64 locals recommend
El Chorro
5550 E Lincoln DrHistoric Restaurant, Open air bar and large outdoor seating with a great view of Camelback Echo Canyon
This is my favorite spot to eat when doing activities near South Mountain.
73 locals recommend
The Farm at South Mountain
6106 S 32nd StThis is my favorite spot to eat when doing activities near South Mountain.
Great large outdoor patio in the shopping district of Old Town Scottsdale. I highly recommend the pesto with fresh backed bread :)
314 locals recommend
Olive & Ivy
7135 E Camelback RdGreat large outdoor patio in the shopping district of Old Town Scottsdale. I highly recommend the pesto with fresh backed bread :)
uncle sal's
3370 N Hayden RdBest Italian food in town. Great service, friendly & family owned
Snooze, an A.M. Eatery
2045 E Camelback RdBristlecone Soft Serve & Shakes
3301 East Indian School RoadNew place that guests say is great
Maria's Frybread & Mexican Food
4041 E Thomas Rd
Hillstone Restaurant
2650 E Camelback RdGlai Baan
2333 E Osborn RdThai Cuisine. Need reservations
Frank & Lupe's Old Mexico
4121 North Marshall WayJewel of the Crown
7373 E Scottsdale MallMalee's Thai Bistro
7131 E Main StSushi Roku Scottsdale
7277 E Camelback RdTapas Papa Frita
7114 E Stetson DrPita Jungle - Arcadia
4340 E Indian School RdGreat food
Glai Baan
2333 E Osborn RdGuest just told me this place has amazing food
Bristlecone Soft Serve & Shakes
3301 East Indian School RoadFantastic vegan soft serve ice cream !
Over Easy
4730 E Indian School RdLittle O's Arcadia
Great place to sit outside along the canal.
Glai Baan
2333 E Osborn RdPitch
6350 E Thomas RdDrive thru or curb pickup
Salad And Go
3233 E Indian School RdDrive through salads
Z's Greek
4026 E Indian School RdVery good Greek food
Oscar's Taco Shop
7150 E Thomas RdJust tried this, the chili chellenos and beans were great :)
Maria's Frybread & Mexican Food
4041 E Thomas RdKnown for their red & green chili
Eat Up Drive In
4001 East Indian School RoadNew restaurant a short walk away and the food is great !
Essentials
Sprouts Farmers Market
2824 E Indian School RdOrganic selections available
Safeway
340 E McDowell RdThis is my favorite place to shop for unique and healthy foods. Best prices in town for wine as well
413 locals recommend
Trader Joe's
7720 W Bell RdThis is my favorite place to shop for unique and healthy foods. Best prices in town for wine as well
Whole Foods Market
4701 N 20th StParks & Nature
One of the best challenging beautiful hikes in the city. Parking on weekdays best. Echo Canyon is the most scenic yet it is rated as a difficult level hike and I agree. Be well prepared with water and adequate hiking shoes !!!
1752 locals recommend
Echo Canyon Trail and Recreation Area
East McDonald DriveOne of the best challenging beautiful hikes in the city. Parking on weekdays best. Echo Canyon is the most scenic yet it is rated as a difficult level hike and I agree. Be well prepared with water and adequate hiking shoes !!!
My personal favorite place to hike within the city. Be sure to check out “All Trails App” as trails range from moderate to challenging. Spring is beautiful. Be aware that when temps go over 75 on spring nights, you may meet some rattlesnakes so stay on the trails and be pay attention
489 locals recommend
Piestewa Peak
My personal favorite place to hike within the city. Be sure to check out “All Trails App” as trails range from moderate to challenging. Spring is beautiful. Be aware that when temps go over 75 on spring nights, you may meet some rattlesnakes so stay on the trails and be pay attention
Stroll though a desert botanical experience and then have lunch at the outdoor Gertrude’s Patio. Fabulous
1231 locals recommend
Desert Botanical Garden
Stroll though a desert botanical experience and then have lunch at the outdoor Gertrude’s Patio. Fabulous
Butterfly Wonderland
9500 East Vía de VenturaI haven’t been yet but I heard it’s lovely
We have a beautiful, well maintained zoo with very adequate housing for many endangered animal friends. I have a membership to just walk there. Go early or sunset for the most animal activity
864 locals recommend
Phoenix Zoo
455 N Galvin PkwyWe have a beautiful, well maintained zoo with very adequate housing for many endangered animal friends. I have a membership to just walk there. Go early or sunset for the most animal activity
This park is so beautiful, right after sunrise especially and there is hardly a person around at that time. Many species of birds touch down on this oasis and the park is kept super clean.
Be sure to visit the Hunt tomb pyramid at the east end of the park. If you look to the butte on this east side, you will get a view of the Big Horn Sheep that reside there. To the South you will see the giraffes at the Phoenix Zoo
543 locals recommend
Papago Park
625 N Galvin PkwyThis park is so beautiful, right after sunrise especially and there is hardly a person around at that time. Many species of birds touch down on this oasis and the park is kept super clean.
Be sure to visit the Hunt tomb pyramid at the east end of the park. If you look to the butte on this east side, you will get a view of the Big Horn Sheep that reside there. To the South you will see the giraffes at the Phoenix Zoo
Japanese Friendship Garden of Phoenix
1125 N 3rd AveSouth mountain preserve offers hiking, horseback riding, drive to the top views and exploring Native American hieroglyphs
350 locals recommend
South Mountain Park
10919 South Central AvenueSouth mountain preserve offers hiking, horseback riding, drive to the top views and exploring Native American hieroglyphs
Arts & Culture
Phoenix Art Museum
1625 N Central AveThey are ever changing their cultural scenes
This cultural center is in the heart of Old Town Scottsdale. Many of our local events and festivals take place here.
19 locals recommend
Scottsdale Civic Center Plaza
3939 E 2nd StThis cultural center is in the heart of Old Town Scottsdale. Many of our local events and festivals take place here.
Musical Instrument Museum
4725 E Mayo BlvdHeard Museum
2301 N Central AveWestern Spirit: Scottsdale's Museum of the West
3830 N Marshall WayBrand new and amazing
Arizona Museum of Natural History Lot
Shopping
High end outdoor shopping experience and great places to eat
494 locals recommend
Biltmore Fashion Park
2502 E Camelback RdHigh end outdoor shopping experience and great places to eat
Town and Country Shopping Center
2021 E Camelback RdTrader Joe’s, My Sister’s Closet, Herb Stop
Scottsdale Fashion Square
7014 E Camelback RdShopping and lots of good eats !!
Saturdays only, We love this outdoor market with fresh produce, outdoor food vendors, and friendly faces. In the heart of Old Town Scottsdale local shops
52 locals recommend
Old Town Scottsdale Farmers Market - open October through May
3806 N Brown AveSaturdays only, We love this outdoor market with fresh produce, outdoor food vendors, and friendly faces. In the heart of Old Town Scottsdale local shops
Antique Gatherings
10615 E Indian School RdVery large antique spot with occasional out door markets
Book Gallery
3615 E Indian School RdIf you Love collectable literature like I do... this is the place!!!