Guidebook for Phoenix
Food Scene
Cozy local coffee shop walking distance from the house! Owner is amazingly friendly. My favorites are the Green tea matcha smoothie, raspberry white chocolate mocha (hot or blended) and the Americano (blended)! I also like their stamp card which entices frequent visits.
65 locals recommend
Copper Star Coffee
4220 N 7th AveCozy local coffee shop walking distance from the house! Owner is amazingly friendly. My favorites are the Green tea matcha smoothie, raspberry white chocolate mocha (hot or blended) and the Americano (blended)! I also like their stamp card which entices frequent visits.
If you're looking for a solid Thai selection just a brief ride from the house, this fits the bill! Varying heat levels can satisfy the mild and tame to the spiciest palette.
20 locals recommend
Thai E-San
616 W Indian School RdIf you're looking for a solid Thai selection just a brief ride from the house, this fits the bill! Varying heat levels can satisfy the mild and tame to the spiciest palette.
Reign of Thai
12032 N Cave Creek RdTheir Sunday buffet is worth the drive from Central Phoenix!
Essentials
This location just opened May 31, 2016. If a Sprout's and Trade Joe's procreated...they'd produce Natural Grocers! Wide selection of organic, gluten free and many other items. They also have a test kitchen for demos and offer a variety of classes. I'm so excited to have this new addition to the neighborhood!
42 locals recommend
Natural Grocers
13802 N Scottsdale RdThis location just opened May 31, 2016. If a Sprout's and Trade Joe's procreated...they'd produce Natural Grocers! Wide selection of organic, gluten free and many other items. They also have a test kitchen for demos and offer a variety of classes. I'm so excited to have this new addition to the neighborhood!
Open late, if you need any essentials Fry's is the place to go! I've included a Fry's card with your key so that you cash in on store specials without having to sign up for a card during your visit.
129 locals recommend
Fry's Food And Drug
744 W Camelback RdOpen late, if you need any essentials Fry's is the place to go! I've included a Fry's card with your key so that you cash in on store specials without having to sign up for a card during your visit.
Parks & Nature
This park is often host to various festivals and events from Pride to Light Up a Life. There's also a dog park and fabulous water features. Learn a bit about AZ history as you walk or jog around the park and read the markers elaborating the origins of the park.
46 locals recommend
Steele Indian School Park
300 E Indian School RdThis park is often host to various festivals and events from Pride to Light Up a Life. There's also a dog park and fabulous water features. Learn a bit about AZ history as you walk or jog around the park and read the markers elaborating the origins of the park.
Piestewa Peak Park
2701 E Squaw Peak DrEcho Canyon Trail and Recreation Area
East McDonald DriveArts & Culture
Phoenix Art Museum show cases an ecclectic collection of work, from ancient asia to contemporary multimedia and photographic art! Every Wednesday from 3pm-9pm and every First Friday of the month from 6pm-10pm general admission is FREE. First time visitors make sure to check out the Thorne miniatures and "Fireflies." Also, every second Sunday of the Month is FREE FAMILY SUNDAY and includes art making activities along with either musical or dance performances!
686 locals recommend
Phoenix Art Museum
1625 N Central AvePhoenix Art Museum show cases an ecclectic collection of work, from ancient asia to contemporary multimedia and photographic art! Every Wednesday from 3pm-9pm and every First Friday of the month from 6pm-10pm general admission is FREE. First time visitors make sure to check out the Thorne miniatures and "Fireflies." Also, every second Sunday of the Month is FREE FAMILY SUNDAY and includes art making activities along with either musical or dance performances!
The Heard showcases Native American and Art of the Southwest. Past traveling exhibitions include Georgia O'Keefe and Frida Kahlo!
653 locals recommend
Heard Museum
2301 N Central AveThe Heard showcases Native American and Art of the Southwest. Past traveling exhibitions include Georgia O'Keefe and Frida Kahlo!
Downtown performing arts spot featuring three stages whose mission is to support and foster the growth of performing arts in Phoenix.
74 locals recommend
Herberger Theater Center
222 E Monroe StDowntown performing arts spot featuring three stages whose mission is to support and foster the growth of performing arts in Phoenix.
Drinks & Nightlife
Cobra Arcade Bar
801 N 2nd StPlay video games while enjoying a cocktail!
A variety of musicians and bands have played here. I've seen Phantogram and St. Vincent to name just two of the myriad of stellar acts that have come through town. They also have free DJ sets on Friday nights and other free music in the lounge. Food by Cocina 10.
204 locals recommend
Crescent Ballroom
308 N 2nd AveA variety of musicians and bands have played here. I've seen Phantogram and St. Vincent to name just two of the myriad of stellar acts that have come through town. They also have free DJ sets on Friday nights and other free music in the lounge. Food by Cocina 10.
Music, film, spoken word & comedy showcased here with a game room & cocktail lounge.
186 locals recommend
Valley Bar
130 N Central AveMusic, film, spoken word & comedy showcased here with a game room & cocktail lounge.
Biking
Landis Cyclery
712 W Indian School Rd