Venue Scottsdale

Since the Venue hosts a torrent of local and national music acts, the vibe at this Old Town concert hall changes with whoever’s taking to its ample stage, adapting its ambiance to fit a variety of styles. One night, a local rock band like Digital Summer might blow out the joint with its melodic sound, […]

Via Delosantos Mexican Food and Lounge

Known far and wide for its authentic machaca, this family-run restaurant serves strong margaritas and some pretty great chips and salsa. The cool cantina is always jammed, probably because it offers one of the most extensive tequila lists in town. Afterward, slide on into one of the dining rooms, where you’ll peruse a menu that […]

The Vig McCormick Ranch

This haute hotspot’s pub sensibilities shine through as a better-than-average neighborhood spot. Quality selections of tap beer and bottled wine are a starting point here. Once drinks have been chosen, it’s time to order something from the varied food menu, which leans toward “gastro-pub” territory without being too wild. There’s also a nice variety of […]

The Vig

This haute hotspot’s pub sensibilities shine through as a better-than-average neighborhood spot. Quality selections of tap beer and bottled wine are a starting point here. Once drinks have been chosen, it’s time to order something from the varied food menu, which leans toward “gastro-pub” territory without being too wild. There’s also a nice variety of […]

The Vig

The Vig lies on the outskirts of the busy Arcadia neighborhood. A haute hotspot popular with the stylish and chic, its pub sensibilities shine through as a better-than-average neighborhood spot. Quality selections of tap beer and bottled wine are a starting point here. Once drinks have been chosen, it’s time to order something from the […]

Villa Peru

This cute and cozy little eatery in Tempe serves up traditional Peruvian cuisine courtesy of Lima-born chef Walter Salazar. Employing members of his family to help with front- and back-of-the-house duties, a good thing for those unaccustomed to the cuisine, Salazar’s lengthy menu includes dishes with an abundance of raw or cured seafood, onions, acidic […]

Village Coffee Roastery

When first setting foot inside Village Coffee Roastery, you might think it looks like a typical contemporary café. There’s art lining the walls, a blue tiled coffee bar, and a pastry display case beside the cash register. But then you’ll notice the giant bean roaster, a Sasa Samiac imported from France, on the south side […]