Janelle’s guidebook
Great dinner spot
A modern twist on Mexican food, one of our favorite places to eat!
15 locals recommend
Ghost Ranch: Modern Southwest Cuisine
1006 E Warner RdA modern twist on Mexican food, one of our favorite places to eat!
Perfect place for a date night, or a dinner splurge! Our favorite steakhouse in AZ so far :)
55 locals recommend
The Capital Grille
16489 N Scottsdale RdPerfect place for a date night, or a dinner splurge! Our favorite steakhouse in AZ so far :)
Didn't think you could find good sushi in AZ? Neither did we! But, this place has been our go-to sushi spot.
13 locals recommend
Zu Izakaya Asian Kitchen Bar
2210 N Scottsdale RdDidn't think you could find good sushi in AZ? Neither did we! But, this place has been our go-to sushi spot.
Things to Do
Topgolf
9500 Talking Stick WayGreat place to have a good time, great food and drinks!
Old Town Scottsdale
3200 N Scottsdale RdGreat food, bars, and clubs (if you're into that!)
Phoenix Rock Gym
1353 E University DrA fun place to do indoor rock climbing - really inexpensive!
A bit on the expensive side, and I believe it’s first come, first serve, but it’s a fun place to do mini bowling, grab some food and drinks! They also have pool tables for rent.
Châm Pang Lanes
A bit on the expensive side, and I believe it’s first come, first serve, but it’s a fun place to do mini bowling, grab some food and drinks! They also have pool tables for rent.
This is about a 3hr drive up North, but so worth it! An experience you’ll never forget. The cave is about .75 miles long, and it gets very cold so bring warm clothes and a flashlight!
150 locals recommend
Lava River Cave
171B Forest RdThis is about a 3hr drive up North, but so worth it! An experience you’ll never forget. The cave is about .75 miles long, and it gets very cold so bring warm clothes and a flashlight!
OdySea Aquarium
9500 East Vía de VenturaOne of the largest aquariums!
If you want to rent tubes and have the bus take you to the starting point, it’s about a 45 minute drive to the parking lot/entrance. This can get busy on weekends so plan accordingly. Also, the tubes are black and can get very hot, I recommend buying cheap twin size sheet mattress covers to put over your tube as you go down the river. A lot of people do this and it helps cool it down. PLEASE DO NOT use the sheets from the Airbnb - this will ruin them. You can purchase a cheap set from Walmart for under $10. You can float down the river for 2-3 hours, or more if you prefer. Bring some drinks, snacks, and a hat!
242 locals recommend
Salt River Tubing
9200 North Bush HighwayIf you want to rent tubes and have the bus take you to the starting point, it’s about a 45 minute drive to the parking lot/entrance. This can get busy on weekends so plan accordingly. Also, the tubes are black and can get very hot, I recommend buying cheap twin size sheet mattress covers to put over your tube as you go down the river. A lot of people do this and it helps cool it down. PLEASE DO NOT use the sheets from the Airbnb - this will ruin them. You can purchase a cheap set from Walmart for under $10. You can float down the river for 2-3 hours, or more if you prefer. Bring some drinks, snacks, and a hat!
Food scene
Venezia's Pizza
27 East Southern AvenueGreat pizza spot!
Open 24/7 - need we say more? Breakfast burritos, tacos, quesadillas, you name it.
10 locals recommend
Amado's Mexican Food
6022 S McClintock DrOpen 24/7 - need we say more? Breakfast burritos, tacos, quesadillas, you name it.
A close by sports-bar that offers indoor/outdoor seating. Good food, drinks, and a fun place to be!
85 locals recommend
The Porch
1128 E Baseline RdA close by sports-bar that offers indoor/outdoor seating. Good food, drinks, and a fun place to be!
Our favorite Mediterranean spot! Order via phone if you want to pick-up, because it takes 25-30 minutes for larger orders!
23 locals recommend
Green Corner Restaurant
1065 W Queen Creek RdOur favorite Mediterranean spot! Order via phone if you want to pick-up, because it takes 25-30 minutes for larger orders!
Neighborhoods
Great walking and sightseeing area located right next to Downtown Tempe! Pretty in the day and at night!
6 locals recommend
Tempe Town Lake North Bank Path
Tempe Town Lake North Bank PathGreat walking and sightseeing area located right next to Downtown Tempe! Pretty in the day and at night!
Bar Spots
Social Hall
715 S McClintock DrHuge bar! Games, drinks, and food!
Postino South Tempe
8749 South Rural RoadItalian/Wine bar!
Mill Avenue Shops
414 S Mill AveTons of bars and live music on Mill Ave!
Breakfast & Brunch
About a 25 minute drive, and SO worth the wait. The baked potato omelette is hands down the best we've ever had. Be sure to check Yelp to see if you can get on a waitlist early - this place gets busy!
47 locals recommend
Butterfield's Pancake House & Restaurant
7388 E Shea BlvdAbout a 25 minute drive, and SO worth the wait. The baked potato omelette is hands down the best we've ever had. Be sure to check Yelp to see if you can get on a waitlist early - this place gets busy!
Hash Kitchen Chandler
2855 W Ray RdThis is a party brunch scene!
Daily Jam
310 S Mill AveRed Velvet Waffles, breakfast cocktails, and more!