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Phoenix, AZ
Breakfast Club is one of Phoenix, AZ.

1. Breakfast Club

8.6
4400 N Scottsdale Rd (at E Stetson Dr), Scottsdale, AZ
Breakfast Spot · Downtown Scottsdale · 110 tips and reviews

Meghan N.Meghan Norris: Great place in historic Old Town Scottsdale for breakfast. The Blue Corn Pancakes are a must! Topped with white chocolate sauce and wild berry butter, it is sure to leave you satisfied.

Sugar Bowl is one of Phoenix, AZ.

2. Sugar Bowl

8.6
4005 N Scottsdale Rd (at E Indian School Rd), Scottsdale, AZ
Ice Cream Parlor · Old Town Scottsdale · 91 tips and reviews

Meghan N.Meghan Norris: Family owned business since 1958 and has been featured in the Family Circus cartoons. The pink walls, arcade games and ever-so-special ice cream sundaes bring back all the childhood memories.

Craft 64 is one of Phoenix, AZ.

3. Craft 64

9.3
6922 E Main St (69th St.), Scottsdale, AZ
Pizzeria · Arts Districts · 43 tips and reviews

Meghan N.Meghan Norris: Choose from 36 local beers on tap and enjoy happy hour from 4pm-7pm everyday. Mozzarella is made from scratch every morning. Be sure to get there quick because the kitchen closes at 9pm.

Sip Coffee & Beer House is one of Phoenix, AZ.

4. Sip Coffee & Beer House

9.2
3617 N Goldwater Blvd (at Scottsdale Rd), Scottsdale, AZ
Coffee Shop · Arts Districts · 32 tips and reviews

Meghan N.Meghan Norris: Coffee, beer & food. It doesn't get much better than that and this place does it all well. All food is locally sourced as well. Stop in on Wednesdays nights; they stay open until 10pm for open mic.

Desert Botanical Garden is one of Phoenix, AZ.

5. Desert Botanical Garden

9.3
1201 N Galvin Pkwy (Btw McDowell Rd & Van Buren St), Phoenix, AZ
Botanical Garden · Camelback East · 146 tips and reviews

Meghan N.Meghan Norris: Take a journey down numerous trails and experience the desert close up in its natural form. The garden opens everyday at 8am, but be sure to check their website for their list of upcoming events.

OdySea Aquarium is one of Phoenix, AZ.

6. OdySea Aquarium

7.4
9500 East Vía de Ventura, Scottsdale, AZ
Aquarium · 11 tips and reviews

Meghan N.Meghan Norris: This is the biggest aquarium in the Southwest. The bathrooms are immersed in the shark tank making this exhibit come to life. Hours change weekly;be sure to check their website before making a visit.

Second Story Liquor Bar is one of Phoenix, AZ.

7. Second Story Liquor Bar

7.2
4166 N. Scottsdale Rd, #102 (3rd Ave & Scottsdale Rd), Scottsdale, AZ
Restaurant · Downtown Scottsdale · 11 tips and reviews

Meghan N.Meghan Norris: This cocktail parlor opens at 4pm but is closed on Sunday. They have a stellar late night menu from 11pm-1am and one of the best whiskey menus and cocktail programs in all of Scottsdale.

UnderTow is one of Phoenix, AZ.

8. UnderTow

8.7
3620 E Indian School Rd (at N 36th St), Phoenix, AZ
Tiki Bar · Camelback East · 8 tips and reviews

Meghan N.Meghan Norris: Get in touch with your tiki side at this 21 and over bar. You won't see a sign for it on the road; go through Sip Coffee & Beer Garage and you will find yourself immersed in everything paradise.

The Hash Kitchen is one of Phoenix, AZ.

9. The Hash Kitchen

7.8
8777 N Scottsdale Rd, Scottsdale, AZ
Breakfast Spot · Resort Corridor · 13 tips and reviews

Meghan N.Meghan Norris: This brunch spot has the city's largest bloody mary bar. Make it spicy or sweet, whatever you choose, it will be there. Brunch is from 7am-2pm during the week and extends to 3pm on Saturday & Sunday.

Bitter & Twisted Cocktail Parlour is one of Phoenix, AZ.

10. Bitter & Twisted Cocktail Parlour

8.6
1 W Jefferson St (at S Central Ave), Phoenix, AZ
Cocktail Bar · Copper Square · 38 tips and reviews

Meghan N.Meghan Norris: Hip doesn't explain this cocktail parlor well enough; the menu looks like a comic book. Insider's tip: tell the bartenders the flavors you like and they will make you a special cocktail off the menu.

Sphinx Date Co. Palm & Pantry is one of Phoenix, AZ.

11. Sphinx Date Co. Palm & Pantry

7.8
3039 N Scottsdale Rd, Scottsdale, AZ
Gift Store · 7 tips and reviews

Meghan N.Meghan Norris: Shop locally with this Scottsdale inspired store. These dates are great for affordable gifts. They also have a pantry filled with Arizona wine and beer, prickly pear fruit, honeys, jams, and more.

The Porch is one of Phoenix, AZ.

12. The Porch

7.1
4017 E Indian School Rd, Phoenix, AZ
Bar · Camelback East · 5 tips and reviews

Meghan N.Meghan Norris: Play games with friends in the yard and enjoy out of the box cocktails like the Big Trouble in Little Shanghai, served in a giant to-go box. Also open for brunch Saturday & Sunday from 9am-2pm.

Angels Trumpet Ale House is one of Phoenix, AZ.

13. Angels Trumpet Ale House

9.1
810 N 2nd St (btwn E Garfield & E McKinley St), Phoenix, AZ
Bar · Downtown Phoenix · 132 tips and reviews

Meghan N.Meghan Norris: Make Tuesday the best night of the week with their TV Dinner Tuesdays. Enjoy an inexpensive meal, TV Dinner style, with one of many craft beers on tap. Go in everyday; the beers are always changing.

The Rhythm Room is one of Phoenix, AZ.

14. The Rhythm Room

7.9
1019 E Indian School Rd (at 10th St.), Phoenix, AZ
Rock Club · 33 tips and reviews

Meghan N.Meghan Norris: Get down and boogie to funk jazz, rock & roll, and more. This is a great place to end the night and dance. Check out their calendar online to see what bands are coming. Note there is usually a cover.

Musical Instrument Museum is one of Phoenix, AZ.

15. Musical Instrument Museum

9.2
4725 E Mayo Blvd (at N Tatum Blvd), Phoenix, AZ
Museum · Desert Ridge · 100 tips and reviews

Meghan N.Meghan Norris: Listen to music from over 200 different countries. You'll walk through each exhibit with headphones so this exhibit is good to visit if traveling alone. Each month they have a special exhibit as well.