Food scene
The Farm at South Mountain in Phoenix offers a nearby escape from the city with canopies of pecan trees and an organic style garden. Rich in history, this agritourist destination invites you to explore three restaurants, two naturally beautiful venue spaces, organic-style gardens, retail shop, and retreat.
-Restaurants-
Morning Glory Cafe (breakfast)
House baked muffins and pastries, locally made sausages, seasonal omelets and more!
The Farm Kitchen (lunch)
Delicious sandwiches, fresh soups, seasonal salads and made-from-scratch baked goods.
Quiessence (dinner with small group private event space)
Arizona's original farm-to-table restaurant. Locally sourced produce, meat, and wine, creating a refined hand-crafted menu. Sourcing from our own on-site garden, Soil & Seed Garden, Chef Dustin Christofolo curates each week’s menu with freshly harvested vegetables, edible flowers, eggs, and herbs.
73 locals recommend
The Farm at South Mountain
6106 S 32nd StThe Farm at South Mountain in Phoenix offers a nearby escape from the city with canopies of pecan trees and an organic style garden. Rich in history, this agritourist destination invites you to explore three restaurants, two naturally beautiful venue spaces, organic-style gardens, retail shop, and retreat.
-Restaurants-
Morning Glory Cafe (breakfast)
House baked muffins and pastries, locally made sausages, seasonal omelets and more!
The Farm Kitchen (lunch)
Delicious sandwiches, fresh soups, seasonal salads and made-from-scratch baked goods.
Quiessence (dinner with small group private event space)
Arizona's original farm-to-table restaurant. Locally sourced produce, meat, and wine, creating a refined hand-crafted menu. Sourcing from our own on-site garden, Soil & Seed Garden, Chef Dustin Christofolo curates each week’s menu with freshly harvested vegetables, edible flowers, eggs, and herbs.
“SNOOZE IS ON A MISSION TO CREATE “BREAKFAST THAT MAKES A DIFFERENCE.” THAT EFFORT INCLUDES A WHIMSICAL APPROACH TO COMFORT FOOD AND BRUNCH COCKTAILS AS WELL AS A FOCUS ON SUSTAINABILITY EFFORTS AND COMMUNITY GIVING.”
236 locals recommend
Snooze, an A.M. Eatery
615 S College Ave“SNOOZE IS ON A MISSION TO CREATE “BREAKFAST THAT MAKES A DIFFERENCE.” THAT EFFORT INCLUDES A WHIMSICAL APPROACH TO COMFORT FOOD AND BRUNCH COCKTAILS AS WELL AS A FOCUS ON SUSTAINABILITY EFFORTS AND COMMUNITY GIVING.”
O.H.S.O. is a restaurant, local nano-brewery, distillery, and dog-friendly social hot-spot. They have over 40+ beers on tap as well as wine and house cocktails.
233 locals recommend
O.H.S.O. Eatery & nano-Brewery
4900 E Indian School RdO.H.S.O. is a restaurant, local nano-brewery, distillery, and dog-friendly social hot-spot. They have over 40+ beers on tap as well as wine and house cocktails.
LA GRANDE ORANGE GROCERY & PIZZERIA IS A CURATED GENERAL STORE, WINE SHOP, PIZZERIA, AND BREAKFAST COMMUNITY SPOT. ITS BIG CITY BOHEMIAN VIBE IS PERFECT FOR YOUR GRAB-AND-GO BREAKFAST, COFFEE, LUNCH AND DINNER.
274 locals recommend
La Grande Orange Grocery & Pizzeria
4410 N 40th StLA GRANDE ORANGE GROCERY & PIZZERIA IS A CURATED GENERAL STORE, WINE SHOP, PIZZERIA, AND BREAKFAST COMMUNITY SPOT. ITS BIG CITY BOHEMIAN VIBE IS PERFECT FOR YOUR GRAB-AND-GO BREAKFAST, COFFEE, LUNCH AND DINNER.
Parks & Nature
If you are an advanced hiker, this is the best that Phoenix has to offer, amazing views, on the difficult side for hiking, make sure you have proper hiking gear and plenty of water!
1751 locals recommend
Echo Canyon Trail and Recreation Area
East McDonald DriveIf you are an advanced hiker, this is the best that Phoenix has to offer, amazing views, on the difficult side for hiking, make sure you have proper hiking gear and plenty of water!
This is serious hike. Much like a stair stepper. Great views at Camelback Mountain and of Phoenix. I would not recommend for first time hikers.
489 locals recommend
Piestewa Peak
This is serious hike. Much like a stair stepper. Great views at Camelback Mountain and of Phoenix. I would not recommend for first time hikers.
Shopping
Kierland Commons
Great for shopping and dining, lots of options and a fun vibe.
Great place (with a fun splash pad during the summer) with tons of shopping and restaurants.
428 locals recommend
Scottsdale Quarter
15279 N Scottsdale RdGreat place (with a fun splash pad during the summer) with tons of shopping and restaurants.
Desert Ridge has a lot to offer. Tons of shops, variety of restaurants, movie theater, and kid-friendly entertainment. Looking for a great bar with a variety of tap - try The Whining Pig Desert Ridge.
285 locals recommend
Desert Ridge Marketplace
21001 N Tatum BlvdDesert Ridge has a lot to offer. Tons of shops, variety of restaurants, movie theater, and kid-friendly entertainment. Looking for a great bar with a variety of tap - try The Whining Pig Desert Ridge.
Paradise Valley Mall
Paradise Valley MallGreat place to eat and shop. Indoor playground for children.
A super unique one-street downtown area! Not a ton of shopping (it’s fairly new) but there are a few really cute local clothing and decor shops plus lots of good dining options. Go here at night to see their beautiful string lights.
10 locals recommend
High Street
5415 East High StreetA super unique one-street downtown area! Not a ton of shopping (it’s fairly new) but there are a few really cute local clothing and decor shops plus lots of good dining options. Go here at night to see their beautiful string lights.
Arts & Culture
An incredible museum that is well worth the price! If you love culture and music, this exhibit has everything you could ever imagine when it comes to music. An exhibit for almost every part of the world, you will see so many incredible different types of instruments, dance, clothing, and art.
652 locals recommend
Musical Instrument Museum
4725 E Mayo BlvdAn incredible museum that is well worth the price! If you love culture and music, this exhibit has everything you could ever imagine when it comes to music. An exhibit for almost every part of the world, you will see so many incredible different types of instruments, dance, clothing, and art.
Located in Old Town Scottsdale, Western Spirit: Scottsdale's Museum of the West celebrates the art, history and unique stories of the 19 states comprising the American West. It's definitely worth a visit!
121 locals recommend
Western Spirit: Scottsdale's Museum of the West
3830 N Marshall WayLocated in Old Town Scottsdale, Western Spirit: Scottsdale's Museum of the West celebrates the art, history and unique stories of the 19 states comprising the American West. It's definitely worth a visit!
Entertainment & Activities
Perfect for a romantic, intimate date or to teach the little ones about the magic of nature. Surround yourself with real butterflies of all shapes and sizes.
413 locals recommend
Butterfly Wonderland
9500 East Vía de VenturaPerfect for a romantic, intimate date or to teach the little ones about the magic of nature. Surround yourself with real butterflies of all shapes and sizes.
"OdySea Aquarium in the Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community 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 Ventura"OdySea Aquarium in the Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community 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."
Family and group oriented. Arcade and prize games. Great food and drinks. Large bar area. Free salsa lessons, adults only on Sunday nights.
117 locals recommend
Dave & Buster's
21001 N Tatum BlvdFamily and group oriented. Arcade and prize games. Great food and drinks. Large bar area. Free salsa lessons, adults only on Sunday nights.
Large Movie Theatre with 18 screens located at Desert Ridge Marketplace.
34 locals recommend
AMC DINE-IN Desert Ridge 18
21001 N Tatum BlvdLarge Movie Theatre with 18 screens located at Desert Ridge Marketplace.
Each year, TPC Scottsdale hosts numerous corporate golf outings, business meetings, fundraising tournaments, holiday parties, and other special events.
332 locals recommend
TPC Scottsdale - Champions Course
8243 E Bell RdEach year, TPC Scottsdale hosts numerous corporate golf outings, business meetings, fundraising tournaments, holiday parties, and other special events.
Club featuring an 18-hole golf course & a practice center, plus a restaurant & club rentals.
49 locals recommend
Stonecreek Golf Club
4435 E Paradise Village Pkwy SClub featuring an 18-hole golf course & a practice center, plus a restaurant & club rentals.
Great evening entertainment, 5 minutes by car. I've always enjoyed the stand-up comedy here. It's on High Street, which is an assortment of restaurants and bars, including a cigar bar, and dance club, all on the same street, so it makes for a nice easy evening of hopping from one venue to the next, and a short Uber ride too.
33 locals recommend
Rick Bronson's - House of Comedy AZ
5350 E High StGreat evening entertainment, 5 minutes by car. I've always enjoyed the stand-up comedy here. It's on High Street, which is an assortment of restaurants and bars, including a cigar bar, and dance club, all on the same street, so it makes for a nice easy evening of hopping from one venue to the next, and a short Uber ride too.
Sightseeing
Escape to the historic district of Scottsdale and embrace your inner tourist! This area is filled with historic buildings and several tourist traps, but if you look closely you'll find unique artwork and beautiful handmade Native American jewelry. A visit here makes for a wonderful afternoon. Stop at Sugar Bowl for some wonderful ice cream after you shop til you drop!
6 locals recommend
Scottsdale Old Town Plaza
Escape to the historic district of Scottsdale and embrace your inner tourist! This area is filled with historic buildings and several tourist traps, but if you look closely you'll find unique artwork and beautiful handmade Native American jewelry. A visit here makes for a wonderful afternoon. Stop at Sugar Bowl for some wonderful ice cream after you shop til you drop!
Cave Creek is about 40 minutes north of the Airbnb and offers a more casual western vibe with country line dancing bars, rodeos, and great hikes and views. My favorite spots include: Buffalo Chip (large country bar with live music and a weekly rodeo), El Encanto (Mexican with an expansive gorgeous patio) Ravens View Wine bar (go for happy hour after a hike!), Blue Wash Trailhead Hike (it has awesome views at the beginning and a little waterfall at the end!), and The Grotto Cafe (great for lunch with occasional live music). If you love the country western vibe, and want to plan a day trip here, please reach out and I can help give itinerary recommendations!
238 locals recommend
Cave Creek
Cave Creek is about 40 minutes north of the Airbnb and offers a more casual western vibe with country line dancing bars, rodeos, and great hikes and views. My favorite spots include: Buffalo Chip (large country bar with live music and a weekly rodeo), El Encanto (Mexican with an expansive gorgeous patio) Ravens View Wine bar (go for happy hour after a hike!), Blue Wash Trailhead Hike (it has awesome views at the beginning and a little waterfall at the end!), and The Grotto Cafe (great for lunch with occasional live music). If you love the country western vibe, and want to plan a day trip here, please reach out and I can help give itinerary recommendations!
Drinks & Nightlife
If you're looking for a spot to drink, dance, and meet some fun people, head on over to the Blue Martini.
97 locals recommend
Blue Martini Lounge- Phoenix
5455 E High StIf you're looking for a spot to drink, dance, and meet some fun people, head on over to the Blue Martini.
Named the “Valley’s Best Wine Hangout”, Sorso Wine Room in Scottsdale Quarter is a great place to chill with friends and enjoy great appetizers and delicious varieties of wine. You have the option to self-serve and choose from the wines that they have on tap! They also have select wines on 2for-1 special during happy hour. Try the Brussels Sprouts Bruschetta!
36 locals recommend
Sorso Wine Room
15323 N Scottsdale RdNamed the “Valley’s Best Wine Hangout”, Sorso Wine Room in Scottsdale Quarter is a great place to chill with friends and enjoy great appetizers and delicious varieties of wine. You have the option to self-serve and choose from the wines that they have on tap! They also have select wines on 2for-1 special during happy hour. Try the Brussels Sprouts Bruschetta!
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.