4031 N. 40th St.
Nestled in what used to be a Taco Bell around Indian School and 40th St, this breakfast joint is REASONABLY priced and yummy! The owner is quirky and friendly, the atmosphere is fun, and their kids menu is sure to be a hit!!! I had the Over Easy, brioche with spinach, a fried egg and bacon sauce. I wasn't a huge fan of the sauce, but the dish is a great idea. My mom had the Mushroom, Cheese and Scallion omelet that was incredible. Perfect combination of ingredients. My son had the chocolate waffle with powdered sugar. What kid wouldn't love that. Even mommy had a taste and gave it TWO THUMBS UP!!! Open from 6:30-11:30 daily make sure you hurry in soon!
Monday, December 8, 2008
Over Easy
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Monday, November 24, 2008
Maria Maria
For those of you on the East side of town, I tried out one of the new restaurants at Tempe Marketplace yesterday, and let me just tell you that it did not disappoint. The ambiance was phenomenal, really cool and hips decos, but I have to say the chips are officially what did me in! It is a little pricier than your average Mexican food restaurant, we will call it fancy Mexican, but they have this GREAT covered patio with fans and comfortable chairs, flat screen TVs showing the Sunday football, and from the looks of their margaritas, I would guess they are yummy, I didn't try one, but throw in a laptop with wireless Internet, and it would be my PERFECT Sunday.
The chips have the rock salt, the guacamole has a serious kick, suddenly your mouth will be on fire, their salsa is thick and flavorful, and the meal could really end there. I did order a salad, and it too was wonderful, but I kid you not, I started to scoop my salad up with chips, I cannot even tell you how many of the chips I ate yesterday!! My friend had the quesadilla and thought it was delicious! Overall, I highly recommend this place!!! I will definitely return next time I head out east! Our server's name was Carissa, and while she was not the brightest and DEFINITELY could have moved a little faster. We all smiled when we heard her name!
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Thursday, November 13, 2008
The Roosevelt
Hip,swanky, YUMMY bar that my friends and I went to last night. From the owner/creator of Matt's Big Breakfast, comes the most delicious bar food EVER! We ordered the cheese plate which included this to die for cranberry bread, fig spread, organic apple, crackers, a spicy blue cheese, a creamy Gouda and a crumbly cheddar. YUM! I couldn't get enough. It was like CRACK! Also ordered was the hot pretzel with two types of mustard (BOTH DELICIOUS), a grilled cheese with tomato soup, and the chips and dip, served with two types of dip: onion and blue cheese. The chips were flavored, crunchy and wonderful. Very reasonably priced as well!
They have beer and wine on the menu, I had a Cabernet, while my friends opted for the house red wine and a cider, which was described as, "SOOooooooo good!" This place was amazing, and I cannot wait to go there again. It was pretty crowded for a Wednesday night. We sat in the back at a community table. All of the couches and over sized chairs were taken, along with almost every spot at the bar. If you go, be prepared to stand, but know that it is well worth it.
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Thursday, October 23, 2008
Fate
www.go2fate.com
905 N. 4th St.
Phoenix, 85004
This restaurant is located on a REALLY DARK STREET, and once you are tucked safely inside, the ambiance is AMAZING, the exposed stucco, layered with brick and fun art is really cute. They have curtains that make it open to the patio, which I may sit on if I had some male friends with me, or if I was there with my husband.
They tried to do too many weird combinations with their food, and I was not a fan. Of the four of us, I would say that half of us liked it, and half of us did not. We started with the Crab Puffs and the Fresh Market Greens which were stir fried greens and a dipping sauce. The Crab Puffs were REALLY good, but the sauce that they had to dip them in was not as sweet and savory as it usually is, kind of bitter. And the greens were cooked ok and served with a REALLY spicy sauce-flavorful, but not my favorite! We tried three main dishes: Thai Coconut Curry, Pad Thai Noodles, and Hong Kong Flat Rice. The curry was good, but mainly, it was curry sauce and very little chicken. It was a bowl of curry sauce. The Pad Thai was good, nothing really special, and the Hong Kong Flat Rice, was NOT RICE! It was like a Lo Mein, but they had wide flat noodles, shaped like water chestnuts that were VERY CONFUSING! Sure, all the dishes were served with rice, and I made rice dish out of the Hong Kong flat rice, my favorite of the three dishes, but overall, I was not impressed.
We did have a very nice bottle of the Budini Malbec! My new favorite type of grape. But, we did end up at Bomberos for a night cap because the chairs were so uncomfortable at this place. I don't think I would go back when there are so many other cute, YUMMY places to eat at.
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Tuesday, October 21, 2008
Palette
I have been craving this restaurant since I left there two weeks ago!!! Everything about the place screamed perfect fall breakfast. Pat and I had the pleasure of dining there without the kids, and we were able to sit out on the patio. However, on a trip inside to use the bathroom, I found that the inside of this refurbished "house" was just as charming as the outside!
I had the The Egg as recommended by the Phoenix New Times food critic, and I was not disappointed. The puff pastry was light and flaky, the eggs cooked perfectly, and the fresh chives were the perfect addition to this dish. Pat's selection was a little out there for him because he doesn't like to stray too far from the norm, but he had Banana "Rum Cake" French Toast, and I stole a few bites, AMAZING. The sauce was sweet and sticky, almost like caramel. It also came with sausage, that I couldn't get enough off.
I will warn you that this restaurant shares a parking lot with my other favorite location, Cibo, so I could be biased, but check it out. If you head down there and see the line at Matt's Big Breakfast is too long for you, drive right on by and head to Palette, different selection of food, but equally as delicious!
http://www.downtownbrunch.com/home.html
606 N. Fourth Avenue
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Monday, August 11, 2008
Pizza Picazzo
http://www.picazzos.com
Have you noticed that many of my food blogs surround the art of pizza? This place truly represented the art of pizza, without incurring a two hour wait. They offer a super selection of salads, specialty pizzas and desserts. To start, we sampled two of their fabulous salads, the Chopped Italian and the Fresh Pear Gorgonzola. I wish I had someone with me who loves Gorgonzola as much as I do, but none the less, Patrick enjoyed the pear salad, but NO ONE liked it as much as the Chopped Italian salad which is a MUST HAVE if you go there, FULL of fabulous items such as garbanzo beans, pepperoni, crunchy croutons, mozzarella, and tomatoes, it was packed full of flavor!
The highlight of the meal was most definitely the pizza! We ordered the Perfect Blend on their thin crust, which was smothered with Alfredo sauce, topped with spinach, mushrooms, and Italian Sausage, and then covered in mozzarella. Their Italian sausage was full of flavor, and the vegetables added the perfect flavor. We also tried the Original Butter Garlic crust topped with sausage and pepperoni. I have nothing more to say than, YUM!!! Make sure you aren't planning a romantic outing afterwards because when they say garlic, they mean GARLIC! No dessert this time, but I am hoping to go back and try their giant cookie topped with ice cream some day soon!
We went to the location at the Scottsdale Promenade, but they have locations around the Valley, Sedona, Flagstaff and just recently opened a location in Oregon! So, no matter where you are, you should be able to have a taste of this DELICIOUS slice of pie!
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Tuesday, July 22, 2008
Maizie's Cafe
www.maiziescafe.com
YUM!! Charming new place in Central Phoenix, absolutely DELICIOUS food, with HUGE portions! They have some unique items that you won't find anywhere else. Their Wingless Buffalo Dip is the perfect combination of cream and spice. I always order Spinach Dip when it is on the menu, but the waitress recommended this, and I am glad that I went with something I couldn't get elsewhere! The Basil Pesto Bruschetta is just heavenly!
I was NOT a fan of the Krazy Kobb Salad, but so far that is the only thing I have not liked. And, it was only because of the dressing, I believe it was homemade and it had red pepper in it, and I don't like any kind of bell pepper. Otherwise, their tuna and chicken salad are amazing. They have REALLY delicious fries that you can't keep your hands off of. I swear I am going to try one of their inside out burgers next time I go! You MUST try the Bueno Breakfast Burrito. The woman who ordered it said it was the best thing she has ever eaten, and it looked AMAZING!
As for alcohol, I have had a glass of the Kung Fu Girl Riesling, which was ordered SOLELY because of the name, and it was quite delightful. I also ordered a Sunset on Central for lunch one time, and it was almost as though I was transported to a cruise ship.
Both times we have gone, we ordered the Chocolate Cake, which is amazing, but next time I am ordering the Strawberry Tall Cake, it looks delightful when it goes by the table, and I can't get it out of my head! YUM!
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Wednesday, July 16, 2008
Pizzeria Bianco
www.pizzeriabianco.com
TOTAL and COMPLETE DISAPPOINTMENT, and this is mainly due to the fact that Cibo (reviewed previously) was really hard to live up to. AND with Pizzeria Bianco being known as the best in the country, BLAH BLAH BLAH, I was expecting to be blown out of the water!
First of all, the incredibly RUDE hostess, needs to realize that she WORKS at Pizzeria Bianco, she doesn't own it, doesn't make the pizza, all she does is stand in the doorway and tell people that they must wait hours on end for mediocre, SOGGY pizza! We started with the tomato, basil and mozzarella salad, an antipasto and spiedini The tomato, basil and mozzarella was really good, the antipasto was a big plate of mushy cooked vegetables, and the spiedini was just ok.
As for the pizza, we tried one of each of the pizzas, and I would have to say my favorite was the Biancoverde! I realize more and more that I love the taste, texture and spice behind arugula, and it was SUCH A GREAT pizza topping. The Rosa with the red onion and pistachios had a unique flavor, and these are the two pizzas I feel I may return for, but definitely NOT when I have to wait for two hours. The Margherita pizza was SOGGY, the kind where you just have to fold it in half several times and shove it in your mouth, but that is not what I expected when I walked in the door.
NO DESSERT because they don't offer dessert! I was just really disappointed! Save your time and money and head to Cibo, they are on vacation right now, but they open again on the 23rd, so give them a call and make a reservation ASAP!
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Monday, July 7, 2008
Matt's Big Breakfast
www.mattsbigbreakfast.com
801 N. 1st Street
Phoenix, AZ
If you are an avid reader of my other blog, Crazy Little Psychos, then you knew this one was coming! I was a doubter! I thought there was no way that this place could be anything special when it came to serving breakfast. However, it was better than anyone had ever stated it would be! The location itself is the cutest little place, notice LITTLE! They were not really set up to accommodate our party of eight, but we split up, and enjoyed our SUPER breakfast.
The best part of the particular day we went was that the special was EGGS BENEDICT, and those are my absolute FAVORITE!!!!! The eggs were cooked perfectly, and I swear they used honey baked ham instead of Canadian bacon, which was such a pleasant surprise!!!! These were served with the hash browns which were like an enormous potato pancake that I absolutely LOVE, so I was very happy with this. I wish I had tried home fries, but I guess it will leave something for me to try next time.
My kids had the pancakes which were light and fluffy, the syrup was the perfect combination of sweet and sticky! My husband couldn't get enough of the waffle. The rest of the people we were with got some combination of the omelet. My sister's 14 year old step-son was overheard stating that he wanted to go back just 24 hours later!
I really appreciate the owner's wife (which makes her the owner too in my opinion, but whatever) taking the time to talk to all of us. I asked her if she made the bread, and they don't, BUT they do their best to use local business and only go outside the city if necessary. She said that if you are a local business they will give you a chance!
I can't wait to go back and try something off their lunch menu!
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Monday, June 23, 2008
El Bravo
8338 N. 7th Street
Phoenix, AZ
So it is finally time to introduce all of you to this quiet, little joint deep in the heart of Central Phoenix, which means, don't let the neighborhood scare you. Right in this little pocket of not-so-niceness, the food is remarkable, and I go at least once a week to satisfy a serious craving! Their tortilla chips and salsa are noteworthy, but probably the most outstanding thing in their restaurant has got to be their enchilada sauce. AMAZING!!! Service is so-so, but always served with a smile, the family owned joint is never a disappointment.
I always order the #14 with a cheese enchilada, rice and beans. One time, I included a beef tamale, and I was a little disappointed because there were olives in the tamale, and I don't really like olives. Patrick has not stopped talking about the chicken chimichanga since we ate there two weeks ago. The outside was crispy and deep fried, but the inside remained soft and delicious!!! He is looking for the perfect day to take his entire office there.
The cinnamon cookies, that apparently have a specific name that I am unaware of, are AMAZING!!!
People have been talking about this place forever: the girls that I used to baby-sit for swear by it, preschool moms, and close friends. I am so happy that I finally go to experience the BEST Mexican food in Phoenix. I used to think Valle Luna had it, now, I just think Valle Luna has really good bean dip!
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Friday, June 20, 2008
Cibo
www.cibophoenix.com
One of the best local spots that we have been to in quite awhile. Situated in a restored home in downtown Phoenix, the food is phenomenal, the pizza is phenomenal and the wine is phenomenal. I have no idea what wine we drank because I was not on the ordering end of the table, but maybe someone who is there can post what the wines were, both red, and both very delightful.
We started with two of their salad, one was the cous cous salad, topped with asparagus and grilled shrimp, the shrimp wasn't cooked very well, but the asparagus were perfect and the blend of vegetables mixed in the cous cous was delicious (really glad that we can eat tomatoes again!). This was their special of the evening, every Thursday, they have a special, so if you can make it that night, it is worth trying out the special of the evening. The other salad was my absolute FAVORITE, the Pear Salad was to die for. Perfect arugula topped with hunks of cheese, pears, honey and toasted almonds, YUMMY! A must have if you go there!
We tried three pizzas, the Margherita, the Pomodoro Fresco, and the Diavola. Of the three the Diavola was probably my favorite, but it was SUPER spicy, so don't go for that if you don't like that. Around the table, the margherita was the favorite, but really, you can go wrong with a wood-fired pizza in my opinion!
Finally for dessert we had the Nutella and Banana crepe with a scoop of ice cream and the Nutella and Mascarpone with a scoop of ice cream. Seriously, melt in your mouth deliciousness. I didn't think I would like the mascarpone cheese, but it was like a whipped cream. SOOOOO GOOD! Originally we had ordered the Suzette that came with Grand Marnier and orange marmalade, but they were out of it, so we will have to go back and try that one a different night. Maybe a night when it is cooler, and we could enjoy their wonderful patio. Little lights and misters, really quaint!
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Thursday, June 12, 2008
White Chocolate Grill
www.whitechocolategrill.com
Probably my all time FAVORITE RESTAURANT of all time. I have yet to meet someone who goes there that DOESN'T like it!
Since the first thing listed on their menu is dessert, let's start with that! Their White Chocolate Banana Cream Pie is what dreams are made of! The graham cracker crust is thick and crunchy, kind of like a granola, topped with custard full of fresh bananas and finished with real whip cream, caramel and white chocolate shavings, YUM! They actually had the nerve to tell me that they were out of this when I was there and I was pregnant. My family thought I was going to attack the waiter!
As far as appetizers go, I haven't tried one that I didn't like. Their Spinach dip is amazing, very close to Houston's, you may think that you have walked into a Houston's when you arrive, but believe it or not, there is no correlation. The AZ Egg Rolls are loaded with flavor. The Tomato Soup is YUM, how fun is that you have to be 21 to order it! Apparently they have rolls and honey butter, but they don't offer them up, you have to ask for them! I had been there about 10 times before I even saw a roll. They are worth asking for!
I have tasted many, many things on the menu, but my ABSOLUTE FAVORITE is the Spit Roasted Turkey French Dip! The turkey and cheese are the perfect texture and flavor, but the best part about this dish is the delectable gravy they serve you to dip the sandwich in, kind of like a cream of mushroom soup, BUT BETTER! I have had the ribs, which fall right off the bone, no need to get a messy face. Cheeseburger and French Dip stand out in the restaurant spotlight, and their rotisserie chicken is tender and juicy!
I can tell you one more secret about this restaurant and it is this, you get a bang for your buck when you order an alcoholic beverage because they LOAD IT UP with alcohol. Their bar is beautiful, and it provides a great atmosphere for any sort of event!
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Wednesday, June 11, 2008
Chelsea's Kitchen
www.chelseaskitchenaz.com
So, ladies and gentleman, I was NOT impressed. It was a very cute setting! Still unsure why they would have valet here since the parking lot is not very big to begin with, but people were using it which goes to show just how LAZY Americans are! Granted it was SCORCHING HOT yesterday, but not even a walk to the door from the furthest spot would have caused someone to break a sweat!
We were seated and given our drinks that we ordered, which held the first disappointment, the Diet Coke was served in a can with a glass of ice and a straw! Seriously, one of the joys of going out to eat is unlimited FOUNTAIN soda refills, that made me sad! I wanted to change my order to an iced tea, but that seemed like it would set our waitress over the edge. I started with the Tomato Basil soup, which tasted as though they dumped some Prego sauce in a bowl and topped it with a few croutons, YUCK! Then, I had the cheeseburger, which was cooked perfectly, but there was nothing really special about it! The fries were the highlight of the lunch, they were seasoned shoestring fries that were YUMMY! My MIL had the French Dip, and it looked good, piled high with prime rib, I think next time I went there, I would try that, but once again, the high end local failed to impress.
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Thursday, May 29, 2008
Phoenix City Grille
www.phoenixcitygrille.com
I went to Phoenix City Grill last night, and while I thought it was tasty, I thought it was outrageous when it came to price. Granted, I was with a large group, and we split the bill evenly among us, but we each got one drink and one entree, along with ZERO APPETIZERS, and each of us chipped in a hefty $37! I started out by ordering a Pineapple Martini which tasted EXACTLY like a pineapple Lifesaver! It is a great summer drink with the temperatures near scorching, it was just what I needed at the end of a LONG DAY! I ordered the Rose Lane Chicken which was absolutely moist and delicious, served with horseradish mashed potatoes, which didn't hold a candle to Olive and Ivy, but good none the less! The asparagus were kind of overcooked and not very good, which was disappointing because that is BY FAR my favorite vegetable.
Others around me had the Salmon, the Bacon-Wrapped Shrimp, the PCG pasta, and the Seafood Linguine. All of these delectable meals were gobbled up in an instant! Good eats!
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Sprinkles
www.sprinklescupcakes.com
I was not impressed. Sorry to tell you all that there was WAY TOO MUCH frosting, the cake portion was nothing phenomenal, and I wouldn't pay $3.50 per cupcake ever again! Jackson picked out the Vanilla Milk Chocolate, and I sampled it, it was nothing special, and the sprinkles that topped the cupcake totally ruined the flavor of the frosting.
I will admit that the lemon and banana were tasty, but once again, probably a cupcake I could make somehow! The red velvet had cream cheese frosting that was delicious, but the cake portion of the cupcake was nothing great. Overall, I DEFINITELY would not stand in line for these cupcakes, and I wouldn't go out of my way to get one. To go with a three year old, it is a little exciting because it is the "cupcake store", but overall, it did not impress me.
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Tuesday, May 27, 2008
Delux Burger
www.deluxburger.com
Well, after a LONG wait, I was finally able to make it to Delux Burger for lunch today! I have to say that they were very welcoming when Claire and I showed up with our four kids, needed two highchairs, more room at the table, Kid's Menus, crayons, etc. It was an absolute PERFECT day to enjoy their patio complete with misting system. I had the Delux Burger and Claire had the Standard Classic Burger, both cooked to perfection. I opted out of the blue cheese addition to my burger, but I added Cheddar, and it was absolutely enchanting! We also shared a basket of sweet and french fries. A combination of their french fries and their sweet potato fries. Neither Claire and I were looking forward to the sweet potato fries, but they were surprisingly tasty! The fries come with ketchup and their "house" dipping sauce which is a combination of sour cream, mayo, lemon juice, garlic and special seasonings. Since all the kids ate a grilled cheese kid's meal. I can tell you that it was nothing special, cheese on a hamburger bun that looked like it had been in a panini press. I was not all that impressed with their kids menu that had a grilled cheese, hot dog and peanut butter and jelly. I really wanted Jackson to order the hot dog so at least I would be paying money for a little meat, but NO GO! The Kids Meal was expensive at $5 because it didn't include a drink and that cost us $2 each! Overall the hamburger was DELICIOUS and the fries were perfect, but I don't know that I would necessarily go back. It was REALLY expensive for what we ordered. I know they use real QUALITY ingredients, but I think the kids and I would have been just as happy down the road at Fuddruckers!
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Tuesday, May 13, 2008
Olive & Ivy
http://www.foxrestaurantconcepts.com/olive.html
Quite the swanky location in the heart of the Scottsdale shopping district. The atmosphere is AMAZING, and I absolutely ADORED the patio area. They are INCREDIBLY strict when it comes to their 5:00 dinner service, but they will allow you to sit on the patio or in the bar area while you wait for your table. On a nice day there is not much difference between eating indoors or outdoors, so don't be too concerned about asking for first available!
I went there with my MIL, who like her son is a SUPER picky eater, and she loved it, so that is always a good sign. We began with the chickpea hummus and the Red Sangria, YUM! Both were very delightful. I adore the taste of chickpeas, so maybe that is why I am such a fan, but it was full of flavor and the pita bread it came with was so soft and warm. We both had the Braised Short Rib which was EXCELLENT, but the selling point of the meal is this little crock of mashed potatoes that they serve as a side with the meal. They are whipped and buttery and the absolute BEST mashed potatoes that I have ever eaten ANYWHERE!!!!
I wish I could say that we sampled some dessert, but we left without ever tasting any of their homemade gelato. They have an adjoining marketplace displaying all of their gelatos and it is truly a delightful little place!
UPDATE: We went to Olive and Ivy on Saturday night (5/24/07) and once again it was an absolutely MARVELOUS experience. They have changed the menu around, and I knew I desperately wanted the mashed potatoes, so I asked, and they accomodated my every wish. The short rib was also now served with turnips, and I didn't really want those, so I was able to pick another vegetable!!! Really did not even flinch when we all changed our side dishes! I also had a chance to sample their White Peach and Hibiscus Margarita, DELICIOUS! I was also able to watch people enjoy their dessert. Apparently the Apple Fritters are delectable because my husband was diving across the table for more. They are these donut holes, filled with apples and served with a "frosting" dipping sauce. A must try!!!!
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Thursday, May 8, 2008
Corbin's Bar and Grill
www.corbinsbarandgrill.com
One of the greatest neighborhood restaurants that I have been to in a long time, and I am happy to say that they have expanded to the West Valley as well! The Central Phoenix location is warm and inviting, never making one feel as though they have over stayed their welcome! It is one of the only restaurants that my friends and I have not been booted from in the past few months.
Their Spinach and Artichoke Dip is to die for, I hear the Pesto Cheese Bread is amazing, but once I tried the Spinach Dip, there was no turning back. My husband, Patrick, did not care for the nachos, claiming that there were too many chips and not enough cheese. He thought maybe a runny cheese would be better for such a large pile of chips, but he did enjoy the wings. Their "Stone-Fired Quesadillas" are large pizza like items. We had the Sauteed Shrimp, and I REALLY LIKED IT! I do think that it is a unique item, and for those with picky tastes it may be a little too outlandish for them, but I thought it tasted FANTASTIC! The Peppercorn Burger scared Patrick because he doesn't like pepper, but he left craving more of the delicious mixture of flavor. Also highly recommended: Club Salad, Caesar Salad, and Grilled Cheese!
Not to stop with food, their drink menu is extensive and satisfies all palates! The lemon drop martinis are beautiful (and tasty), the Carmel Apple Martini is a local favorite, the Latah Creek Riesling is a great selection, and most importantly, their shots are ENORMOUS! Lucky for me, I did not consume the shot that night, but it was easily 2 or 3 shots in one LARGE glass.
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Monday, May 5, 2008
Vito's Pizza Place
www.vitospizza.com
If you were driving down Lindsay in Mesa, Arizona, and you happened upon this restaurant, nothing about the outside of the building screams STOP, but it is a must if looking for authentic, thin-crust pizza. The cheese, sauce, meat, veggies combination is perfection. I have tried several varieties of this pizza and I would have to say it is a tie between the plain cheese or the sausage and mushroom pizzas. Served piping hot, cut in squares, any requests you have will be met.
I happen to think it is a great place for children. The place mats they provide for children are able to be colored on with provided crayons. One of my son's first pieces of artwork was done at this very restaurant.
Appetizers are an essential when building the yummy meal. Their fried zucchini and mushrooms are delectable! I believe that they also provide bread when dining in, which is always a plus in my books!
I have never had room for dessert, so if you go, you will have to let me know how it is!
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Sunday, May 4, 2008
bomberos Cafe and Wine Bar
www.bomberoswinebar.com
This place is SMOKING hot when it comes to the Central Phoenix scene! A South American Wine Bar, it is very unigue in the city. I have been there several times, and each and every time, it is a low key crowd: having a MNO, hosting a meeting, quiet date, etc. Their patio is ABSOLUTELY fabulous, separated by gate from the parking lot, with a fire roaring, you would hardly know you were in the heart of Central Phoenix. I have yet to be there when they have their live music performances, but I have heard through word of mouth that they have great performances.
I have tried many of the wines: La Playa 06, Alamos 06, Cantena Agrelo 05, and the Susana Balbo Crios 06. While I have not tasted a red wine, several of my friends have tried it, and I have yet to hear a complaint! I still need to take my husband there so that he can report back on some of the beers.
While the wine is top notch, the food is too die for! The bruschetta is amazing. I have not had the salami and manchego with pesto or the tuna, but the other three are melt in your mouth goodness. The choice of three artisan cheeses are never a disappointment. Nothing can beat a cheese named Drunken Goat. The chocolate tort is served with fresh whipped cream, not too sweet, and from the looks of the plates that were scrapped clean, I would say it was a hit!
Don't let my post fool you, it is more than a late night, hot spot. They open at 7, serve fresh pastries and coffee and provide an inviting atmosphere to start your day!
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