Monica’s Phoenix Guidebook
Food scene
Best Thai food in Phoenix and 2 blocks away! The Kao Soi is a must-try!
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Glai Baan
2333 E Osborn RdBest Thai food in Phoenix and 2 blocks away! The Kao Soi is a must-try!
This place is locally owned and has excellent enchiladas and tacos made to order and customized with whatever you can think of – you choose your meat/filling, sauce, toppings, etc. Their breakfast tacos are amazing too. Try the sweet and spicy cornbread as a filling - trust us!
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Gadzooks Enchiladas and Soup
3313 N 7th StThis place is locally owned and has excellent enchiladas and tacos made to order and customized with whatever you can think of – you choose your meat/filling, sauce, toppings, etc. Their breakfast tacos are amazing too. Try the sweet and spicy cornbread as a filling - trust us!
Built as a church in 1893, now it’s a gastropub that serves tacos, queso and tequila with a side of history. (Monica’s favorite taco is the lamb :) )
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Taco Guild
546 E Osborn RdBuilt as a church in 1893, now it’s a gastropub that serves tacos, queso and tequila with a side of history. (Monica’s favorite taco is the lamb :) )
This place is the best Peruvian food in Phoenix, hands down! The lomo saltado, ceviche, and alfajor (for dessert) are among our favs from the menu.
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El Chullo
2605 N 7th StThis place is the best Peruvian food in Phoenix, hands down! The lomo saltado, ceviche, and alfajor (for dessert) are among our favs from the menu.
Unbeatable patio for dining, built in 1937 against Camelback Mountain and famous for sticky buns at brunch.
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El Chorro
5550 E Lincoln DrUnbeatable patio for dining, built in 1937 against Camelback Mountain and famous for sticky buns at brunch.
The best New Mexican (as in the state) cuisine known to mankind - the carne adovada and roasted turkey enchiladas are not to be missed!
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Dick's Hideaway
6008 N 16th StThe best New Mexican (as in the state) cuisine known to mankind - the carne adovada and roasted turkey enchiladas are not to be missed!
Lots of local beers and a huge patio on the canal – the food is yummy too!
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O.H.S.O. Eatery & nano-Brewery
4900 E Indian School RdLots of local beers and a huge patio on the canal – the food is yummy too!
Open 24 hours and a fun atmosphere. The Cali eggs benedict is one of our favs and their milkshakes are the real deal. Great for kids!
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5 & Diner
3567 W Northern AveOpen 24 hours and a fun atmosphere. The Cali eggs benedict is one of our favs and their milkshakes are the real deal. Great for kids!
This place was described by Phoenix New Times as, "a temple of simple and elegant wood-fired cooking, highlighting impeccably sourced ingredients." We couldn't agree more - some of the freshest food you'll ever try and the menu is always changing to reflect what's in season.
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Pa'la
2107 N 24th StThis place was described by Phoenix New Times as, "a temple of simple and elegant wood-fired cooking, highlighting impeccably sourced ingredients." We couldn't agree more - some of the freshest food you'll ever try and the menu is always changing to reflect what's in season.
Excellent seasonal menu and the patio can't be beat!
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Ocotillo Restaurant
3243 N 3rd StExcellent seasonal menu and the patio can't be beat!
This new concepts is local, organic, sustainable and very much a made-from-scratch kitchen. Amazing patio and a play area for kids.
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Persepshen
4700 N Central AveThis new concepts is local, organic, sustainable and very much a made-from-scratch kitchen. Amazing patio and a play area for kids.
Fun, retro diner downtown with a great menu highlighting some southern classics. Open till 2am and the Bumble Bee biscuit sandwich is to die for.
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Welcome Diner
929 E Pierce StFun, retro diner downtown with a great menu highlighting some southern classics. Open till 2am and the Bumble Bee biscuit sandwich is to die for.
This place nails progressive, southern cuisine and shares a space with the First Draft Book Bar (coffee/cocktails) along with Changing Hands - the best book store/gift shop in Phoenix.
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Southern Rail Restaurant
300 W Camelback RdThis place nails progressive, southern cuisine and shares a space with the First Draft Book Bar (coffee/cocktails) along with Changing Hands - the best book store/gift shop in Phoenix.
Sightseeing
There’s always different exhibits and events to enjoy. A must-visit if you have the time!
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Desert Botanical Garden
There’s always different exhibits and events to enjoy. A must-visit if you have the time!
Great independent movie theater specializing in new independent and foreign films as well as cult, classic, retro and locally made films.
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FilmBar
815 N 2nd StGreat independent movie theater specializing in new independent and foreign films as well as cult, classic, retro and locally made films.
This is about 25 minutes away by car and admission is a little steep at $20 but totally worth it if you have a half day to explore and GREAT for kids!
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Iziko lezintsholongwane zomculo
4725 E Mayo BlvdThis is about 25 minutes away by car and admission is a little steep at $20 but totally worth it if you have a half day to explore and GREAT for kids!
Built by Frank Lloyd Wright and a National Historic Landmark!
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Taliesin West
12621 N Frank Lloyd Wright BlvdBuilt by Frank Lloyd Wright and a National Historic Landmark!
Considered one of the best Native American museums in the country!
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I-Heard Museum
2301 N Central AveConsidered one of the best Native American museums in the country!
Fun visit right up the road and some cool history about how the Wrigley family played a part in the development of this part of Phoenix.
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Wrigley Mansion/Geordie's Restaurant
2501 E Telawa TrailFun visit right up the road and some cool history about how the Wrigley family played a part in the development of this part of Phoenix.
Breweries
Don't be fooled by the unassuming facade of this place, right off of 24th St. Phoenicians drive from all over the valley to experience Wren House's award-winning IPAs, pilsner (Big Spill Pils) and various seasonal brews.
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Wren House Brewing Company
2125 N 24th StDon't be fooled by the unassuming facade of this place, right off of 24th St. Phoenicians drive from all over the valley to experience Wren House's award-winning IPAs, pilsner (Big Spill Pils) and various seasonal brews.
Unique craft brews and great food. One of our favorites is their "Fayuca Rising IPA" that they brew in partnership with a local band.
Helio Basin Brewing Company
3935 E Thomas RdUnique craft brews and great food. One of our favorites is their "Fayuca Rising IPA" that they brew in partnership with a local band.
Great craft selection, good snacks and walkable!
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Helton Brewing Company
2144 E Indian School RdGreat craft selection, good snacks and walkable!
Always something delicious on tap and a really fun atmosphere. About a 10 minute walk.
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The Wandering Tortoise
2417 E Indian School RdAlways something delicious on tap and a really fun atmosphere. About a 10 minute walk.