Steve’s Espresso

Beyond the Tempe tourists know and love for its rowdy college bars there’s a different Tempe, one that’s all about neighborhood joint’s like Steve’s Espresso. You won’t find anything pretentious here, just quality coffee and a great atmosphere. All their coffee is brewed French press style instead of drip and if you like what you […]

Stingray Sushi

The sushi here is excellent, but you’ll also want to try the crisp, spicy-sweet Cucumber Salad. California rolls are a must, as are these other sushi sensations: Salmon rolls; Mackerel or Yellowtail rolls; Stripped Bass sushi; Hand rolls; and Motorola Rolls-you won’t find these in even the most exclusive sushi spots! Also great: tasty, pork-stuffed […]

Stingray Sushi

Hip, urban, Dr. No-like sushi joint from the team that gave Scottsdale the funky-fresh tiki lounge Drift. Decor features zebra wood tables, Japanese-style restrooms, and a tank in the floor of the entranceway featuring several live stingrays. Nigiri sushi is first-rate, but the maki still needs some work, so steer away from those until the […]

STK Scottsdale

Part of The One Group restaurant network, STK Scottsdale is an upscale steakhouse located on the Scottsdale Waterfront in Old Town. It serves entrees like miso-glazed sea bass and a 34-ounce, dry-aged tomahawk steak. Appetizers like the the tuna tartare and bread with blue cheese butter are also available in a modern setting with a […]

The Stone Korean Tofu House

Opened in Mesa’s Asian District in 2020, The Stone Korean Tofu House is a bright and inviting spot to enjoy delicious Korean cuisine. Here, bright red soup, served in earthenware bowls, hits the table at a rolling boil. As it bubbles away, servers drop off a raw egg, intended for you to crack right into […]

Stray Cat Bar & Grill

Pretty young things and tattooed-and-pierced types rub elbows with hip-hop heads and ASU cuties in the nooks and crannies that come together to give shape to this spacious drinkery. Located off the beaten path on University Drive east of the 101, Stray Cat brings in a diverse college crowd who manage to mingle well with […]

Su Vino Winery

The folks behind Su Vino take their wine pretty seriously. The shelves at this tony North Scottsdale establishment are stocked with more than 75 different bottles for sale, including close to a dozen varietals made at their in-house winery. The selection ranges from merlots and Malbecs to sherries and shirazes, and favors such Arizona brands […]

Sub Zero Ice Cream

Molecular gastronomy – a killer combo of art and science in the kitchen – is much more than a magic act. At Sub Zero Ice Cream in Gilbert, frozen confections are made in a flash with liquid nitrogen, which rapidly drops the temperature in dramatic, fog-filled fashion, resulting in a treat with zero ice crystals […]

Sugar Bowl Ice Cream Parlor

Pretty much everyone in town knows about this perennial favorite’s magnificent ice cream treats; after all, they’ve been around nearly a half century. Who hasn’t had a three-scoop Camelback Soda, with pineapple mint ice cream and a side of soda water? But if you haven’t also had one of Sugar Bowl’s delicious salads or sandwiches, […]

SugarJam The Southern Kitchen

If this were a list of the best brunch spots in the Valley, SugarJam A Southern Kitchen would be at the very top. On weekends, this place is a party complete with brunch cocktails and a DJ. But our favorite time to enjoy chef Dana Dumas’ exceptional cooking is during the week. The cafe is […]

Sumo Maya Mexican-Asian Kitchen

Executive chef Matt Zdeb’s unusual and tasty fare, finessed by Chef Lorenzo Lopez and sushi chef Andy Hisao Suzuki, is all about Mexican-Asian fusion goodness. Guacamole with pumpkin seeds and cilantro is mouthwatering and creamy, with chunks of avocado and red onion and a lingering heat from togarashi spices. The bacon-wrapped Medjool dates offer a striking […]