Whole Foods Market

Say what you will about Whole Foods Market and its prices, but once inside, it’s hard to resist this gourmet grocery chain’s charm. Not only does it stock specialty goods from artisan crafters throughout the country and globe, but it also supports locally produced foods and other goods. You can stop by just to pick […]

Wildfish Seafood Grille

At this sleek spot at the Scottsdale Waterfront, owned by executive chef John M. Carver and the same seafood pros who own Eddie V’s Edgewater Grille. Seafood doesn’t come cheap, but for freshness and preparation, it’s absolutely worth it. A lot of the dishes have a creative Asian spin, such as crispy cashew calamari, or […]

Wimpy’s Paradise

Popeye would gladly pony up for the old-fashioned burgers and ice cream that are this diner’s specialty. Wimpy’s takes its name from the hamburger-obsessed character in the famous Popeye the Sailor Man comic strip, and serves Chandlerites the Wimpy’s Original Burger, which comes with either a half- or third-pound patty and allows diners to choose […]

The Wine Store

Many of us were pretty bummed when Sportsman’s closed. So when Mark Tarbell decided to take over his next door neighbor’s space and reopen part of it as a wine store I let out a sigh of relief. The selection here is skewed heavily toward the domestic with an impressive collection of Oregon pinot noirs. […]

Wy-Knot Cafe

Parked at the southern end of the strip mall that houses Humble Pie, this cute breakfast, brunch, and lunch spot in Coronado was once home to Drip and Perc Up Coffee Cafe. Like its predecessors, Wy-Knot evokes a quirky, artsy vibe, thanks to a mash-up of design elements and furniture styles, including brick walls, local […]

Yogurtology

As a low-fat alternative to ice cream, frozen yogurt has steadily gained popularity since first introduced in the 1970s. In recent years, it’s become even trendier as a self-serve treat sold by weight. Whether you want a little or a lot, a pile of toppings or a bare swirl of soft serve, you can make […]

Z’tejas Southwestern Grill

This Southwestern grill originated in Austin, Texas, and first expanded in 1991 with a second location in Scottsdale. Since then, it’s spread throughout the Valley to Phoenix, Tempe, and Chandler, serving it’s version of Tex-Mex with a few outside influences. Starters include catfish beignets with cornmeal-crusted catfish and jalapeno tartar sauce as well as raw […]

Zulu Caffe

Featuring first-rate food in an unlikely setting (the Scottsdale Airport), this casual restaurant is helmed by chef Brian Ford, who made his name working at south Phoenix’s Quiessence for ten years. Ford’s contemporary American menu at Zulu Caffe features breakfast dishes, burgers, salads, sandwiches, and pastas expertly prepared, using fresh, flavorful ingredients, and served at […]