Soul Cafe

★★★★☆ 4.3 (1117) • $$

"Soul Cafe is a good vibe place!Stopped in for a late morning breakfast following the GF's medical appointment. The patio seating in the shade was perfect (even if a parking lot view).The inside bar and dining areas were fairly busy for the time of day, post bfast - pre lunch.I had the Crazy Biscuits (green chili and sausage gravy) and the copine had avo toast. Both came w choice of egg style. The food was fantastic and abundant.Hugo was professional, courteous and energetic as our server!"

Hawaiian Bros Island Grill

★★★☆☆ 2.8 (84)

"We rolled through the drive-thru here on our way to the Tanger Outlet Mall in Glendale. It was a half hour from where we were in Scottsdale. We had to get a quick something to quench our thirst and hopefully not pass out before we made it to the outlet, lol. When it's 116° outside, you better STAY hydrated!!So we got a fruit punch and Dole Whip. They hit the spot. I always start to feel a little lightheaded and dizzy if I'm in extreme heat, so a lil sugar fix usually gets me back out of grouch mode. Dole Whip is my jam, and the portion here was just right, and so is the price. I'd pay more than twice in CA, ughhh.Hawaiian Bros Island Grill is reminiscent of Ono and L&L. Idk if they're sister companies, but they serve the same type of dishes. If I come through this area again, I would dine inside to see if the food is legit. The service was great, and we were in and out in minutes. Thanks for coming to our rescue when we were severely parched! Be back soon!"

Liberty Station

★★★★☆ 4.1 (525) • $$

"I've eaten here before and everytime I come here I'm always satisfied. The burgers are soooo freaking good. Yesterday we had the liberty burger and the brisket grilled cheese. They were both good, however there was soooo much meat on the grilled cheese (not necessarily a bad thing), but not enough cheese for the amount of meat. Still very much enjoyed the food. The grilled cheese came with a tomato soup that was to die for!!"

Aint Nicks Tavern

★★★★☆ 4.1 (48) • $$

"So, after a long night out, we decided to look for a karaoke bar near our hotel. And let me tell you I am so glad we found this place !!From the outside it literally looks just like a biker bar , but you will find a super chill place to hang out inside!They have an outdoor bar games in the patio. They have pool tables. They have a great great indoor bar and of course karaoke. !Mike thank you so much for making us feel so welcomed!Everyone at the bar and in the other room areas or so friendly, and so welcoming that we will definitely be back !And don't forget the drinks were absolutely great !"

Whitty's Chicken & Fish

★★★★★ 4.5 (22)

"Welcome to Whittys yall!!! He can park his truck next to my office anytime!!!!This is the $10.00 FAT BABY!! with bomb Mac n cheese! These are 2 large Filets of Catfish, fresh, hot, tender and crispy with the perfect blend of seasonings! A lil dash of hot sauce and I'm in the deep end! Don't sleep on his Mac n Cheese it doesn't disappoint!!! Not pictured is his banana pudding! That was a large lunch, so I've got dinner tonight too!If you haven't found this truck yet START LOOKING!YOU'RE WELCOME!"

92 Drinks & Eats

★★★☆☆ 2.8 (300) • $$

"Love this little neighborhood spot. Bingo on Tuesdays is a hoot. The buffalo chicken salad is incredibly fresh and addictive."

Famous 66

★★★★☆ 3.7 (73) • $$

"I am always happy to see a new-to-me restaurant in the neighborhood! The space is huge and decorated with fun signs and kitschy items.We went a little later on a Saturday night. We knew it had just opened, so I always expect a few bumps in the service road. I worried for nothing! We were seated immediately and had quick and friendly service all night.The salads were huge and fresh. We split the Nacho Mama Pizza (Ground Beef | Shredded Lettuce | Pico De Gallo | Taco Sauce | Cheddar Jack Cheese Blend | Crumbled Nacho Cheese Doritos®) and loved every thin crispy bite of this tasty goodness.It is a bit on the pricey side for this level of restaurant, but the service and the food back it up."

Tryst Cafe

★★★★☆ 4 (635) • $$

"My buddy and I wanted someplace healthy shortly after lunch on a Sunday. It was busy but not so busy that we had to wait for a table. The server was patient and attentive. He had some strong recommendations, which is always appreciated, as I rarely order by looking at the menu.I had the Ahi Tuna Melt and it was pretty good. I personally would have appreciated some jalapeños, or hot peppers.They had a relatively large selection of healthy-type foods. I say "healthy-type" because they looked healthy-ish but I haven't tried them, yet, so I don't know.I could definitely see going back!!"

Happy Bao's

★★★★☆ 4.2 (589) • $$

"How can you not be happy eating at a place called Happy Bao's! Went there on Friday to start our date night. We ordered the combo Bao so I could try the vegetarian, Bao. I found it a bit plain, and think if I added soy sauce or chili sauce, I would have enjoyed it more. The combo also came with pork and chicken with a total of 6 Bao's. We ended up taking two Boa's home. For my main meal, I had veggie noodles. I added two chili sauces to it. I felt with it being veggie they missed the mark on not adding broccoli or thicker slices of carrots. I ate half and took the rest home and added broccoli and carrots to it the next day and voila it was perfect. The staff was fantastic, especially since it was dinnertime. The restaurant was packed so we ended up eating out in the food court. It was a better experience I think than eating inside as it was quiet and not crowded."

EVO

★★★★☆ 4.2 (115)

"Love evo! They have happy hour as well. The original location is in old town Scottsdale and they made one in Tempe (diff name) & this is their newest location. Love the vibes and aesthetics. We started with the arancini so good also with a mixed salad and a ceaser. You can definitely share the salads. Also we got the whipped feta, so good! For meals we got the filet mignon, Alfredo, chicken piccata, bolognese, chicken parmigiana and branzino. Every dish was delicious. Also they give you a complementary cake for your birthday."

Highland Food Hub

★★★★☆ 4.1 (14)

"Cool concept for a communal kitchen for both on site ordering/enjoyment (at picnic tables) or delivery services. I came here to check out a friend's food from Egg Joy/Wich Witch. She clearly takes great pride and care in her ingredients, having noted an exhaustive search for the right NY rolls and it was worth it! The egg sando I had was delicious and well portioned. The house potatoes are also great! We also got to try two different French Toasts and maaaaaan. Well worth the indulgence!"

Country Boys Restaurant

★★★☆☆ 3.1 (218) • $$

"Third time here for breakfast , every time wonderful service and great food . I've seen the negative reviews and doubt how genuine they are , every place has a problem day or two , so I take it as I see it . The chicken fried steak omelet is huge cheesy and great along with a giant square of crispy hash browns , biscuits and gravy were perfect as well , I will always suggest this place first for some real down home American cooking , I wish them more business comes daily"

McArthur's

★★★★☆ 3.5 (321) • $$$

"We were hungry and had about 30 minutes to spare before the Biltmore History Tour. I asked the host if they could accommodate a quick meal and he said definitely! We shared an order of Fish Tacos and they were nice enough to plate them separately for us. The tacos looked really good and had a lot of great components. I do think that something was missing...maybe a bit more sauce to pull away from the dryness. The fish was cooked perfectly however. Our server quickly brought our check and we were able to get to our tour early. The full menu looked really good so I'd definitely want to give McArthur's another try."

El New Yorican - Puerto Rican Food Truck

★★★★★ 5 (1)

"A diamond in the rough of Puerto Rican food in Phoenix. Gave us a sample of arroz con gandules & pernil. Rice is super flavorful and soft. The pernil has crispy edges & you can just taste all the flavors. We ended up ordering jibaritos with pernil, so good!! Like little sliders. Tostones were crispy. Alcapullias were delicious too!! The service is amazing, you can tell he truly cares about delivering quality delicious food. Such a fun person to conversate with! Highly recommend!! We found him at 91st Ave & lower Buckeye with some other food trucks."

V's Taproom

★★★★☆ 4.2 (630) • $$

"We showed up for a Saturday late lunch and was able to grab a small booth in the bar. The bartender was swamped, yet another employee was able to come take our drink orders. We order the Asian tacos & pretzel appetizers. The tacos were absolutely amazing; the only problem was the order only came with three street taco sized eats. We already decided we will go back and order each our own taco appetizer for a mean (but my husband said he'd order 2 for himself!)The pretzels and cheese were plentiful; soft & salty pretzels with warm fluffy (not watered down!!) cheese. We shared a turkey burger with Parm fries - all was very good. We will be back!!My husband ordered a specialty cocktail, Manhattan, and he did not like how it was made; if the cocktail was good, I would have rated this a 5. This is a common drink of his and has an expectation when it comes to the preparation. And - it was served in a martini glass."

Ranch House Grille

★★★★☆ 4 (448) • $$

"Breakfast here with a friend who recommended it. Was directed to choose a table, and ordered coffee.We both decided on Chicken fried steak, eggs over medium, hash browns and toast.Within a reasonable time, food arrived. Large, CFS, covered in the right amount of nice gravy. Big portion of crisped hash browns. Perfectly cooked eggs, and hot toast.Doesn't get much better than this!Definitely has the old school ambience of a family owned diner. Server was okay. Food was fresh, plentiful and priced right. If in the area, would eat here again."

Flancer's Incredible Sandwiches & Pizza

★★★★☆ 4.1 (540) • $$

"Met a friend for lunch and didn't know what to expect as I've never even heard of this place. My friend said she has been coming here since they opened in 2000 and always gets the same thing- 1/2 Philly cheese steak sandwich with a salad, and their chocolate chip cookie. I decided to get a full Philly cheese steak sandwich with a side of sweet potato fries $16.25. I was pleasantly surprised at how tasty the sandwich was! The flavor and seasoning was spot on, there was good amount of meat, and the bread was soft and fluffy. The sweet potatoes were very good too. The service was not the friendliest and they got my check wrong two times which was a bit annoying. They also charge 2.5% for credit card transactions which is a pet peeve of mine but the food was good so I'd probably go back."

Raven Gastropub

★★★★★ 4.6 (256) • $$

"In contrast with my last visit several years ago, the service has improved dramatically. Thanks to lovely Gigi and her warm, welcoming, and attentive service. The Cuban sandwich was out of this world however, I found the Caesar salad to be average and overloaded with croutons. it was a lovely day to sit on the patio with the pooch, Who also got a nice bowl of ice water which was a lovely touch."

Proof

★★★★☆ 4.2 (317)

"Proof is located in the Four Season's North Scottsdale Resort and is the more 'casual' of the restaurants on it's property. That being said, it's still at the Four Season's and is still a nice restaurant where service is top notch and the food is also. There is a lot to love about Proof. I will begin with all of the things that I love and the first is being the staff. The hostess, Alexa, is lovely and always greets you with a smile. I watched her speaking arabic one evening with a group in front of us and was amazed. I love that no one points at the Four Season's when directing you. It's the little things you notice when you travel frequently and believe that you have had impeccable service and then you travel to a place like the Four Season's and see the things that they and their employees do that sets them apart. ALL of the staff here is amazing, and if they aren't, you don't usually see them again. Our favorite server is Corey and we usually ask for him to serve us when we make a reservation. Jackie makes THE best French 75 I have ever had; I didn't know what she made it with until I was dining one evening next door at Talavera and asked if I could have the same French 75 and Jackie brought it to me! She then explained to me that the gin was 'Empress' and it gave it a pink color! I ask for Jackie's 75 every time we go to Proof now! Actually Corey, Alexa and Jackie know I want it and ask! Again, Four Season's and it's employees are special! We also love Autumn, Sam, MJ and recently Chef Yudith made a wonderful cake for my husband's birthday that I pre planned prior to a big group dining here in celebration of his birthday. It was amazing! The menu is changed with the season. My favorite is the salmon. I have never had it be the same twice and my favorite was a way that it was made last fall with a corn puree ..but NO way has disappointed me. Recently a Chicken and Waffle dish was added for this fall season and it is also amazing. There are Smoker Specials added frequently, as well. There are Taco Nights; Bourbon Tastings at times and always fun little specials going on for the holidays. The views from Proof and it's patio of the surrounding mountains are some of the best in the area. The dessert here .. you can't go wrong. There is a breakfast menu also changes with the seasons too and has always been amazing; there are no reservations taken for breakfast and it can get busy. The coffees are always great and the juices are fresh pressed! Proof and it's staff has always taken great care of my allergens and have them as part of my profile and unlike other places that I frequent, I don't have to continually tell them or make a big deal about them, it is just in their system and it is a known thing. I appreciate that so much. Truly Proof has become one our favorite 'go to' places and celebration places too! Incredible in every way.. from the staff; the service; the food; the wine and the cocktails.. and the views. But what is not to love when it is at the Four Season's !?!PS.. Complimentary Valet Parking when you dine or stay.. Just tip your friendly valet!"

Cabin Whiskey & Grill

★★★☆☆ 3.2 (658) • $$

"The Cabin Whiskey and Grill is located in the Park West complex in Peoria, right off of the 101 and Northern. Inside the cabin theme is all throughout the restaurant. You're greeted by a standing grizzly and walls of wood. A large bar is the centerpiece with pine trees painted all around, and a stack of cut firewood sits to the side. Outside has another bar as the center with tables and high tops all around the spacious patio. Being a whiskey lover in a whiskey bar, I ordered the blackberry sour and was not disappointed. (It's the closest drink I've found to my favorite Sinatra Smash that serves as the featured drink of the Wynn in Vegas). We shared the torpedos as our app. They are jalapeno poppers but made with the full pepper and come with a spicy dippng ranch. My fish tacos were very good, and the nachos were topped with perfectly grilled flavorful chicken.It's a cool spot for a larger group. It's always a plus for us when the kids have room to move so the adults can enjoy some beverages and conversation. I suggest sunset on the patio with family and friends."

Flancer's Incredible Sandwiches & Pizza

★★★★☆ 3.7 (297) • $$

"Fries portion is way better. lol. We love Flancers. My mom and I come here at least once a week. Her fav is the prickly pear chicken salad and mine is the philly steak. We love it so much we always get each other gift cards for Christmas."

Tesota

★★★★★ 4.5 (64)

"We had so much fun last night! We wanted to try one of the Hot & New spots in Phoenix and this place was a hit! Decent happy hour selections $3 off wine, beer and their house cocktails. I had their spritz which was quite tasty. Decent selection of wines. We tried a little bit of everything the Bread & Spread was yummy. The wings were a hit! The deal of the night was a bottle of house red or white, choice of pizzetta & choice of salad for $36! What a bargain. I had the margherita pizza which was quite tasty. I had some of the house red and it was a bold, flavorful red blend. Anastacia (hope I'm spelling it right) was very friendly and attentive to everyone. She deserves 5 stars alone! The harissa shrimp was so yummy, and the white sweet potato was delish!! I loved the ambiance here! The only negatives were the rice paper dumplings weren't that good. A few of us tasted them and none of us liked it. They charged for the birthday cake and we also didn't like that they don't let you split checks more than 4 ways. This is 2024 so most places should accommodate multiple cards.I definitely would go back!"

Republica Empanada

★★★★☆ 4.4 (1057) • $$

"I've had this spot bookmarked for years and finally visited recently. It helped that I had seen Keith Lee's review and was going to be in Mesa. We arrived around 7 on Friday night and it was busy - folks dining in, waiting to order, and hanging out on the patio with the DJ.We ordered a variety of empanadas: el capitán, elote (2), jalapeño potato popper (2), mushroom & chicken, republica chicken, and two dessert ones: dizzy fig and Nutella & banana. We were quoted a wait time of 40 minutes so we walked around the area, but our food was prepared in less time.I love that they were in labeled bags and hot and fresh. They come with a green salsa that's pretty tasty. Our favorites were the elote and Jalapeño popper - lots of flavor. I liked the addition of olives to the mushroom & chicken and the El Capitán but I wish there was more than one in each. The dizzy fig was too sweet for our liking but I'm glad we tried it. And the Nutella & banana was solid but could've used another flavor like cinnamon.Overall this place has great vibes, friendly staff, and a strong love for the city of Mesa. I would come back to support them!"

Ironwood American Kitchen

★★★☆☆ 3.3 (128) • $$

"Came here for lunch as my hotel room comes with $32 breakfast voucher. Brunch is $26 per person, which is good enough to cover fo my breakfast. There are a lot of selections. My favorite were smoke salmon sandwich, chia seed pudding, and fruit yogurt. Food was tasty, and coffee was amazing (not sour). Will come back for breakfast again before I check-out.Service was fast, and my server was very friendly and attentive."

Famous 48

★★★★☆ 3.9 (237) • $$

"I've been here a few times over the years, and it suits the bill for a neighborhood sports bar and restaurant. The have a large bar and indoor and patio dining with plenty of TVs.I really like their chicken nachos. The beer selection is good and Church Music or Tower Station IPAs are always a good call. On this last visit my friend enjoyed his Athletic Brewing non-alcoholic IPA."

Fullhouse Café

★★★☆☆ 2.6 (28) • $$

"GETTING HERE: This Cafe is located inside the Gila River Resorts & Casino - Vee Quiva in Laveen Village/Phoenix Arizona.REVIEW: I didn't read any previous Yelp reviews prior to our dinner, thankfully. It sounds like this restaurant has had several years of growing pains, and I'm sure shutdown didn't help them either. But, this was a win and I'd definitely recommend Fullhouse and will be eating here again next time I'm in Arizona! The Hostesses were flat, but the food and soda were great! Considering we're at a Casino it was better than I expected. Food was brought out quickly and HOT! The fish was so flavorful. My guest really loved the breading, too. The only downside was my guest didn't care for the coleslaw at all. It was too watery and the cabbage didn't have any flavor. Check out the lighting and the open spaced seating. It was so cool. Open. Breathable. Thanks! Definitely recommend and can't wait to return v. soon!"