Red Revolver Lounge

Cowboy chic abounds at nightlife entrepreneur Steve McDonald’s latest creation, which oozes a mix of Western flair and Scottsdale style. Very little remains of the old SIX Lounge (which formerly occupied the spot), as the establishment has been rebooted into a much roomier den of drinking, dancing, and debauchery. An entirely new d

Revolver Records

As one of the precious few independent record stores in the Valley, Steve Zimmerman and TJ Jordan’s music emporium has become a beloved stomping ground for local audiophiles and vinyl junkies. Besides boasting a plethora of platters (as well as enough CDs, music ephemera, and memorabilia to rival your neighborhood Zia’s), Revolver also draws in […]

The REZ an urban eatery

If you spot the sign for the The Rez, an Urban Eatery, out in the wild, reach for your cash and head for this roaming restaurant. You can sometimes find The Rez in downtown Phoenix during the late hours, even till 4 a.m. on weekends, or possibly at a festival, farmers market, or special event […]

Rhythm Room

Jumping and jiving every night of the week, the Rhythm Room has long served as the Valley’s best joint to catch performances from blues, jazz, and roots musicians. Since opening its doors in 1992, owner (and Valley blues guru) Bob Corritore has booked plenty of legends from those down-home genres over the years, including such […]

Rice Paper

Unquestionably stylish, this midtown neighborhood restaurant in a former bungalow features approachable Vietnamese fare and fits the bill for those willing to sacrifice the more authentic and wallet-friendly dishes found in fluorescent-lit, no-frills eateries of the same ilk. The name a nod to its selection of nearly 15 made-to-order varieties of rolls wrapped in moistened […]

Richardson’s

CenPho favorite Richardson’s of New Mexico burned down in a fire in 2010 and was finally resurrected in early 2012 with the same menu. The new location is alongside sister restaurant Rokerij, which is similar but with smaller plates. As the name implies, Richardson’s is a purely Southwestern affair, but that doesn’t mean it’s rundown […]

Rift Wine Bar & Taphouse

Rift has served a selection of craft beer and boutique wines from its Scottsdale taproom and bottle shop since 2020. Inside the comfortable industrial-style space, you’ll find knowledgeable staff who can help you choose from one of the 25 beers on tap and dozens of wines. On a recent visit, we saw local craft beer […]

Rio Mirage Cafe y Cantina

The small city of El Mirage, sandwiched between Sun City and Surprise, doesn’t have very many locally owned places to eat. But there you’ll find Rio Mirage Café y Cantina, a spot with Mexican staples as well as one of the best brunches in the Valley. Full of Latin flavor, breakfast includes chorizo con huevos, […]

Rio Salado Sportsman’s Club

The junior marksmen program at Rio Salado Sportsman’s Club focuses on small-bore (.22-caliber) rifle shooting, and boasts some of the best junior marksmen in Arizona. Shooters who’ve gone through the program at Rio Salado include two-time National Junior Olympics competitor Tanya Gorin; Christine Costello, who recently graduated from the University of Nebraska on a full […]

Rips Bar

One of the top dive bars in the Valley, Rips’ combination of edgy and welcoming energy makes it a quintessential Phoenix institution that nets drinkers from all backgrounds. Originally opened during the 1950s postwar desert boom, legends like Waylon Jennings have played the night away in this joint, which specializes in bringing in a diverse […]