The Stockyards Steakhouse

When you’re carrying a heavy title like “Arizona’s Original Steakhouse” on your hip, you better be ready to fire it off. And that’s exactly what’s done daily at The Stockyards Restaurant and 1889 Saloon. Cattle baron Edward A. Tovrea established a packing house west of 48th Street and Van Buren in 1919, long before The […]

Thirsty Camel at The Phoenician

It’s hard to tell where the The Phoenician’s lobby ends and the Thirsty Camel Lounge begins, mostly because the view from both is so stunning. From the lounge’s terrace, visitors can see Scottsdale Waterfront, the Papago Hills, South Mountain, and even the San Tan Mountains, not to mention the thousands of palm trees that dot […]

Tia Carmen

The ambiance of Tia Carmen is intentional in its efforts to honor the Southwest region and Mexico. As you walk through the large wooden doors, you’re greeted by an earthy vibe and elegance. Chef Angelo Sosa wanted to re-create a reminder of his experience with his Aunt Carmen when he first learned food was his […]

Ticoz Latin Kitchen

Tico (tee – koh) n. A person originating or living in Costa Rica and subscribing to the national slogan “Pura Vida” or literally, “Pure Life.” Pure life. It means grasping for all of the real, authentic flavors and living an undiluted life. The tangy kiss a mojito or the sultry promise of a sangria. The […]

Ticoz Resto-Bar

At this self-described “resto-bar,” there’s outdoor seating on the patio, a cozy bar area with stylish mood lighting, and a sleek dining room outfitted with red leather chairs. It’s an appealing atmosphere on weekend nights, when the place is abuzz with customers. While the Latin-themed menu tries too hard, a few offerings are truly solid. […]

Tilted Kilt Pub and Eatery

What goes better with cold beer? How about a slew of big screens, a full menu of custom cocktails, and comely waitresses dressed in miniskirts? Such is the mix of things at Tilted Kilt’s North Scottsdale location, which functions as a sports bar and Irish pub rolled into one. Its Emerald Isle influences are manifested […]

Tim Finnegan’s Irish Restaurant & Pub

The protagonist of James Joyce’s Finnegans Wake was brought back to life after whiskey was spilled on his corpse, and Tim Finnegan’s Irish Restaurant & Pub shares its name with the book’s central character. There’s no magic whiskey here, but there are plenty of life-enriching pints of Guinness and snifters of Jameson to go around. […]

Times Square Neighborhood Italian Restaurant

Fancy is not a word used to describe the atmosphere of Times Square, but considering that the Italian restaurant neighbors a Waffle House and a Castle Megastore, that shouldn’t be much of a surprise. The recent opening of a second location at Seventh Street and Union Hills Drive helped to spread out the dinner rush […]

Timo

With a name that means thyme in Italian, this lounge-worthy wine bar in Sunnyslope comes courtesy of Heinrich Stasiuk, who also owns Brick, the gourmet pizzeria in downtown Phoenix. Chef/co-owner Mercer Mohr, who currently is at Brick and previously was at the Four Seasons in San Francisco, oversees the wine-friendly lunch and dinner menu (mimosa-friendly […]