Brendan & Kendal's Guidebook
Breakfast
Great breakfast place super close.
Ranch House Grille
5618 E Thomas RdLa Grande Orange Grocery & Pizzeria
4410 N 40th StFirst Watch
3215 E Camelback RdLunch
Great lunch deli close.
DeFalco's Italian Eatery, Grocery & Deli
2334 N Scottsdale RdIf you want authentic Mexican, go here. It’s not in the best part of town, but the food is delicious.
Try a Gordita and tacos al pastor.
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Tacos Sahuaro
2320 N 32nd StIf you want authentic Mexican, go here. It’s not in the best part of town, but the food is delicious.
Try a Gordita and tacos al pastor.
Pitch
6350 E Thomas RdExtremely close to the house and good food.
Rehab Burger Therapy
7210 E 2nd StTry the PB&J Burger. Just trust us.
Bei Sushi, Bar, Asian Cuisine
2200 N Scottsdale RdGreat sushi, fairly priced.
Oregano's Pizza Bistro
523 West University DriveItalian
Little bit of a drive, but a must do if you haven’t had Portillos.
Italian Beef Sandwiches- make sure to add Mozzarella and Spicy Peppers.
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Portillo's Hot Dogs
65 S McClintock DrLittle bit of a drive, but a must do if you haven’t had Portillos.
Italian Beef Sandwiches- make sure to add Mozzarella and Spicy Peppers.
The Vig Arcadia
4041 N 40th StFun atmosphere. Great brunch spot.
Barrio Queen
7114 E Stetson DrO.H.S.O. Eatery & nano-Brewery
4900 E Indian School RdBrunch! And local brews.
Culinary Dropout
7135 E Camelback RdDinner
Great for dinner. $$$
Chain restaurant, but we just love everything there.
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Hillstone Restaurant
2650 E Camelback RdChain restaurant, but we just love everything there.
Steak 44
5101 N 44th StBest Steak House in town. Call a day ahead at least.
Ocean 44
4748 N Goldwater BlvdExpensive, but worth it for amazing seafood.
The Mission
3815 N Brown AveNorth Italia
4925 N 40th StGreat Italian.
Grimaldi's Pizzeria
4000 N Scottsdale RdReally good pizza.
Best Thai in town. Try the Tom Kha Gai Soup and yellow curry.
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Thai Lahna
3738 E Indian School RdBest Thai in town. Try the Tom Kha Gai Soup and yellow curry.
Great Chinese, fair prices.
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Tottie's Asian Fusion (South Scottsdale Location)
7901 E Thomas RdGreat Chinese, fair prices.
Everything is great. Try the artichokes and the rotisserie chicken.
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Bandera
3821 N Scottsdale RdEverything is great. Try the artichokes and the rotisserie chicken.
Healthy
Healthy food options
Flower Child
100 E Camelback RdProteinHouse
3141 E Indian School RdSightseeing
Almost no hike, but beautiful views. Go at sunset.
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Ihola emhlabeni
625 N Galvin PkwyAlmost no hike, but beautiful views. Go at sunset.
Best hike in town. Can be very difficult. Don’t forget a lot of water.
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Echo Canyon Trail and Recreation Area
East McDonald DriveBest hike in town. Can be very difficult. Don’t forget a lot of water.
Piestewa Peak
Another great hike.
It’s a must see. Get a taste of the desert.
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Desert Botanical Garden
It’s a must see. Get a taste of the desert.
Phoenix Zoo
455 N Galvin PkwyWe love to walk around the lake around sunset. You can also rent paddle boards or pedal boats.
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Iphakamisa yaseTempe
80 W Rio Salado PkwyWe love to walk around the lake around sunset. You can also rent paddle boards or pedal boats.
Arizona Science Center
600 E Washington StThis is a must see if you are into music.
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Iziko lezintsholongwane zomculo
4725 E Mayo BlvdThis is a must see if you are into music.
Food scene
Roka Akor - Scottsdale
7299 N Scottsdale RdExpensive, but fabulous.
This is a hidden gem. Literally hidden underground. Great happy hour.
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Salt Cellar Restaurant
550 N Hayden RdThis is a hidden gem. Literally hidden underground. Great happy hour.
The Montauk
4360 N Scottsdale RdGreat for drinks and people watching.
Entertainment
Talking Stick Resort Casino
Talking Stick WayIt’s like a mini Vegas resort.
Octane Raceway
9119 Talking Stick WayTopgolf
9500 Talking Stick Way