Will’s Guidebook to Dining, Sightseeing, and More!
Food scene
The food and vibes feel sexy, modern and fun at Fat Ox. An order of Casoncelli from the pasta section should be mandatory. These small, buttery, sage-y pillows of squash-filled pasta are topped with pomegranate seeds and amaretti cookie dust. They’re heaven. Another must: tableside Caesar salad. Yet another must: the 25-layer lasagna. YOLO, baby.
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Fat Ox
6316 N Scottsdale RdThe food and vibes feel sexy, modern and fun at Fat Ox. An order of Casoncelli from the pasta section should be mandatory. These small, buttery, sage-y pillows of squash-filled pasta are topped with pomegranate seeds and amaretti cookie dust. They’re heaven. Another must: tableside Caesar salad. Yet another must: the 25-layer lasagna. YOLO, baby.
Here, a nightclub vibe sets the stage for re-imagined Mexican fare. For the full tour, do the omakase menu, selecting Jalisco, Oaxaca or Baja as your theme. Ask to sit “in” the patio — a retractable roof is just one of Toca’s many architectural marvels.
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Toca Madera Scottsdale
4736 N Goldwater BlvdHere, a nightclub vibe sets the stage for re-imagined Mexican fare. For the full tour, do the omakase menu, selecting Jalisco, Oaxaca or Baja as your theme. Ask to sit “in” the patio — a retractable roof is just one of Toca’s many architectural marvels.
Although this isn't your grandfather's steakhouse, he'd have the time of his life at Maple & Ash, a Chicago-based concept by superstar chef Danny Grant. Newly opened at the Scottsdale Waterfront, this high-energy, no-holds-barred steak party greets every dinner guest with a sample shaken cocktail and suggestion you should take: Order the fire-roasted seafood tower because your leftovers become a second course with pasta and butter, mixed right at your table. Ballers, opt for the I DON’T GIVE A F*@K tasting menu.
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Maple & Ash
7135 E Camelback RdAlthough this isn't your grandfather's steakhouse, he'd have the time of his life at Maple & Ash, a Chicago-based concept by superstar chef Danny Grant. Newly opened at the Scottsdale Waterfront, this high-energy, no-holds-barred steak party greets every dinner guest with a sample shaken cocktail and suggestion you should take: Order the fire-roasted seafood tower because your leftovers become a second course with pasta and butter, mixed right at your table. Ballers, opt for the I DON’T GIVE A F*@K tasting menu.
Postino is a welcoming wine bar with a customizable bruschetta board menu. Kick back and enjoy unique and approachable wines with simple, locally grown fare. On Saturdays & Sundays from 9am-1pm, roll in for a rockin', scrumptious brunch menu and $5 mimosas.
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Postino Annex
615 S College AvePostino is a welcoming wine bar with a customizable bruschetta board menu. Kick back and enjoy unique and approachable wines with simple, locally grown fare. On Saturdays & Sundays from 9am-1pm, roll in for a rockin', scrumptious brunch menu and $5 mimosas.
EAT! DRINK! AND BE MARY! HOME OF THE ORIGINAL BUILD YOUR OWN BLOODY MARY BAR.
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Hash Kitchen
4315 E Indian School RdEAT! DRINK! AND BE MARY! HOME OF THE ORIGINAL BUILD YOUR OWN BLOODY MARY BAR.
Sightseeing
Located just 20 minutes from downtown Phoenix, Camelback Mountain is one of Phoenix's best hikes and most popular attractions. Two difficult trails ascend 1,420 feet to a summit resembling the hump of a camel's back, affording 360-degree views of the surrounding city.
Both Echo Canyon Trail and Cholla Trail are rated difficult, challenging hikers with exposed rock, strenuous climbs and sections of hand-over-hand climbing.
The trail is about 1.5 miles, with an expected trip time of 2hrs.
An absolute must for hikers and adventure seekers!!
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Sendero Echo Canyon y Área de Recreación
East McDonald DriveLocated just 20 minutes from downtown Phoenix, Camelback Mountain is one of Phoenix's best hikes and most popular attractions. Two difficult trails ascend 1,420 feet to a summit resembling the hump of a camel's back, affording 360-degree views of the surrounding city.
Both Echo Canyon Trail and Cholla Trail are rated difficult, challenging hikers with exposed rock, strenuous climbs and sections of hand-over-hand climbing.
The trail is about 1.5 miles, with an expected trip time of 2hrs.
An absolute must for hikers and adventure seekers!!
When you think of the desert, chances are you think of sand and shades of brown. The Desert Botanical Garden is there to debunk the myth that there is little or no green in the desert. It’s a 140-acre botanical garden with more than 50 thousand plants. You can walk the tranquil paths through the garden, attend fun events, dine at their restaurants, and learn about life in the desert.
The Desert Botanical Garden is located at 1201 N. Galvin Parkway, Phoenix, AZ 85008. It is open daily from 8 to 8. Tickets may be purchased online for a specific date for $29.95.
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Desert Botanical Garden
When you think of the desert, chances are you think of sand and shades of brown. The Desert Botanical Garden is there to debunk the myth that there is little or no green in the desert. It’s a 140-acre botanical garden with more than 50 thousand plants. You can walk the tranquil paths through the garden, attend fun events, dine at their restaurants, and learn about life in the desert.
The Desert Botanical Garden is located at 1201 N. Galvin Parkway, Phoenix, AZ 85008. It is open daily from 8 to 8. Tickets may be purchased online for a specific date for $29.95.
Visit Tempe Town Lake to enjoy kayaking, sailing, rowing, jogging, fishing or picnicking. There are also many festivals and events at Tempe Beach Park throughout the year that are a lot of fun.
troll Mill Ave. with lots of interesting boutique shops and great restaurants. There are a lot of great ethnic restaurants on Mill and nearby to choose from including Irish, Ethiopian, Lebanese, Greek, and others.
Not far away from the Mill Street action is Big Surf Waterpark. It’s home to the third-largest wave park in the world and is a great place to cool off during the warm weather.
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Tempe Town Lake
620 N Mill AveVisit Tempe Town Lake to enjoy kayaking, sailing, rowing, jogging, fishing or picnicking. There are also many festivals and events at Tempe Beach Park throughout the year that are a lot of fun.
troll Mill Ave. with lots of interesting boutique shops and great restaurants. There are a lot of great ethnic restaurants on Mill and nearby to choose from including Irish, Ethiopian, Lebanese, Greek, and others.
Not far away from the Mill Street action is Big Surf Waterpark. It’s home to the third-largest wave park in the world and is a great place to cool off during the warm weather.
Sprawling entertainment venue with a high-tech driving range & swanky lounge with drinks & games. A place where you can go for birthday parties, corporate events, date nights, or just a night out with friends and family.
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Topgolf
9500 Talking Stick WaySprawling entertainment venue with a high-tech driving range & swanky lounge with drinks & games. A place where you can go for birthday parties, corporate events, date nights, or just a night out with friends and family.
Phoenix is your go-to destination for guaranteed fun in the sun, with 200-plus golf courses and clear skies year-round.
One of our top favorites is Quintero. Located about 45 minutes northwest of Sky Harbor airport, it's part of a residential golf community and was ranked as the best public golf course in Arizona for 2015-2016 by Golf Digest. The property is surrounded by the protected lands of the Hieroglypic Mountains, which provide an idyllic combo of desert and mountain golf.
Quintero Golf Course
16752 Arizona 74Phoenix is your go-to destination for guaranteed fun in the sun, with 200-plus golf courses and clear skies year-round.
One of our top favorites is Quintero. Located about 45 minutes northwest of Sky Harbor airport, it's part of a residential golf community and was ranked as the best public golf course in Arizona for 2015-2016 by Golf Digest. The property is surrounded by the protected lands of the Hieroglypic Mountains, which provide an idyllic combo of desert and mountain golf.
If you are looking for a fun adventure for a group or family adventure, ATV rentals in Flagstaff offer a great experience! Enjoy the breathtaking views and beauty of flagstaff/Munds park from off the beaten path.
I suggest renting the side-by-side that can fit 2 or 4 people per vehicle. You can ride at your own pace and make memories to last a lifetime.
This can be done in a day trip, or take a weekend up north in as this outfitter is just 30 min south of downtown Flagstaff.
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Flagstaff ATV Rentals
17580 S Munds Ranch RdIf you are looking for a fun adventure for a group or family adventure, ATV rentals in Flagstaff offer a great experience! Enjoy the breathtaking views and beauty of flagstaff/Munds park from off the beaten path.
I suggest renting the side-by-side that can fit 2 or 4 people per vehicle. You can ride at your own pace and make memories to last a lifetime.
This can be done in a day trip, or take a weekend up north in as this outfitter is just 30 min south of downtown Flagstaff.
City/town information
Sedona is arguably the hottest weekend destination in Arizona, known for beautiful red rock views, high-end spas and shopping, and spiritual energy. Located two hours north of Phoenix, it offers Valley residents an escape from the busy crowded city.
I would recommend to visit a vortex, Vortexes are spots where energy is believed to project out of the earth. They’re said to exist at a few sacred spots around the world, including Sedona.There are specific places where the energy is said to be especially strong though, like Cathedral Rock, Bell Rock, and Boynton Canyon. These are great places to meditate, practice yoga, or just soak up the vibes.
Enjoy lunch with a view. Dine on the banks of Oak Creek at Etch Kitchen & Bar at L’Auberge de Sedona and enjoy one of the best views in Sedona that doesn’t require a hike.
Take a hike! Devil’s Bridge is great for photos, while Bell Rock is on the easy side and has great views. For any hike in Sedona, arrive early, expect to waste time trying to find a place to park, and bring plenty of water and sunscreen.
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Sedona
Sedona is arguably the hottest weekend destination in Arizona, known for beautiful red rock views, high-end spas and shopping, and spiritual energy. Located two hours north of Phoenix, it offers Valley residents an escape from the busy crowded city.
I would recommend to visit a vortex, Vortexes are spots where energy is believed to project out of the earth. They’re said to exist at a few sacred spots around the world, including Sedona.There are specific places where the energy is said to be especially strong though, like Cathedral Rock, Bell Rock, and Boynton Canyon. These are great places to meditate, practice yoga, or just soak up the vibes.
Enjoy lunch with a view. Dine on the banks of Oak Creek at Etch Kitchen & Bar at L’Auberge de Sedona and enjoy one of the best views in Sedona that doesn’t require a hike.
Take a hike! Devil’s Bridge is great for photos, while Bell Rock is on the easy side and has great views. For any hike in Sedona, arrive early, expect to waste time trying to find a place to park, and bring plenty of water and sunscreen.
With year-round entertainment due to four contrasting seasons, Flagstaff is the largest city in Northern Arizona and lies at around 2000m elevation. The mountain town environment makes it a very welcoming spot for Arizonians wanting to escape the heat.
The historic downtown is also a vibrant area to explore, dotted with shops, restaurants and bars.
Visit Sunset Crater Volcano National Monument where you can see a 900-year-old cinder cone, stop by the Lowell Observatory and do some stargazing, go hiking in Coconino National Forest, see the lava tubes, or ski at the Arizona Snowbowl in the winter.
Humphreys Summit Trail hike can take you to the highest point in all of Arizona for unparalleled views, be prepared this is a tough one!
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Flagstaff
With year-round entertainment due to four contrasting seasons, Flagstaff is the largest city in Northern Arizona and lies at around 2000m elevation. The mountain town environment makes it a very welcoming spot for Arizonians wanting to escape the heat.
The historic downtown is also a vibrant area to explore, dotted with shops, restaurants and bars.
Visit Sunset Crater Volcano National Monument where you can see a 900-year-old cinder cone, stop by the Lowell Observatory and do some stargazing, go hiking in Coconino National Forest, see the lava tubes, or ski at the Arizona Snowbowl in the winter.
Humphreys Summit Trail hike can take you to the highest point in all of Arizona for unparalleled views, be prepared this is a tough one!