This place was super cool! My wife had an appointment almost…read moredirectly across the street and we were looking for something to eat afterwards an we saw this place and decided to try it. We are so glad we did! It was great! It's like a little beach vibe kind of hip place to eat and lounge outside at tables or at a bar. The service was attentive and friendly! The food was absolutely delicious, loved the bar apps and the mushrooms.

A girl friend and I grabbed dinner at Oven + Vine before a night show at the Art Museum (within…read morewalking distance). I'm obsessed with the vibe of this place. The inside has a few cozy tables but the outside patio stole the show. I loved the open concept & it felt perfectly comfortable with the misters even on a hot day. You place your order at the window outside and they bring the food right out to your table. They even thoughtfully offer mosquito repellent and water to help yourself too. Food wise the stand out star was their bread. It was soft, warm & oh so delicious. We had both the Burrata and a Flatbread. We finished everything with a happy belly. This is easily one of my new favorite spots & I will certainly be back here again soon.

Central Records is a rare spot that fully commits to its identity--coffee shop by day, indie dance…read moreparty by night--and it works. Came in for a party and it was exactly the kind of night you hope for. Great crowd, progressive and open, with that laid-back indie vibe that feels natural, not forced. The sound system was dialed in, the visiting celebrity DJ kept things moving, and the whole room just clicked. Cocktails are not really customizable, which might not be for everyone. Out of the two cocktails I tried, I really liked one. It's the kind of place you go for the atmosphere as much as anything, and on my latest visit, it delivered.

I came into Central Records on a Saturday night, randomly. The music coming out of the door with…read moreits neon sign drew us in like a moth to flames. It wasn't too busy and I could see the potential of it being a pretty fun place. We had a drink and listened to some music from the DJ spinning. I would definitely like to come back and hang out again. I didn't realize this place had day time things happening too.

A hidden, but well known gem in Phoenix, Sottise is an upscale restaurant set in what looks like a…read morerenocated Phoenix home from the 20s or 30s. I don't believe the server knew how to handle the less than formal style of the group I was with, but they did not turn us away and provided phenomenal service. The drinks had elegant garnish, and were well made. The most complicated might have been a vodka soda, but the additional touch was nice. For a start we ordered the oysters, which was kept everyone stuck between being nice and fair, and wanting to take all for themselves. We also ordered the octupus which was very good. For my main, I had the salmom rillete. Well made and pesented - I only thought to take pictures after I ate. Our group was never rushed for the bill and we enjoyed a beautiful evening sitting on their porch. I am looking forward to going back more "prepared" and enjoying their seabass or beef bourguignon.

I stumbled across this restaurant on Instagram and decided to give it a try--and I'm so glad I did…read more From the moment I walked in, the staff was incredibly welcoming. I chose to sit at the bar, which turned out to be the best decision. I tried the oysters, the escargot, and the burnt Madeleine dessert--each one was absolutely delicious. But the highlight of my experience was the bartender. He was young, charismatic, and made such great conversation. As a visitor, he made me feel genuinely welcome, which really elevated the entire experience. I believe his name was John C. (though for some reason I thought it was Liam!). Either way, he was fantastic. The gimlet he made incredible and expresso martini even better. I would highly recommend this restaurant--definitely sit at the bar if you can!

What a gem, Such a fun and cute space!! Stopped in for a glass of wine for my mom's birthday and…read moreshe was already feeling good, haha, The ladies that worked there were so friendly, patient and cool! They let the birthday girl play some albums, yes they have a record player there and you can choose records to play, bring your own, I just loved this whole concept! Cant wait to come back for wine tasting. I don't go out often but if I do it will be here!! Thanks again for making her night so special!

Super cute. Amazing wine selection! Anything you might need in the mood for- they've got you!!…read moreFirst time actually visiting this establishment, and I have to say- no complaints, everything was pleasing! When I'm back in town, I'll definitely return!

Out to say thanks for a special friend and his wife who helped us out last year. Under the radar…read moreis a small restaurant in downtown Phoenix named Flour and Thyme. Maybe 40 seats in a quiet, quaint and unassuming restaurant. The chef's tasting menu has six incredible dishes. There was no menu and the portions were generous. Great combinations, unique pairings, flavors that left you wanting more and beautiful presentations. No photos tonight as the camera was not eating first. Relaxing, able to converse and not rushed, all made this our best dining experience in Phoenix in a long time. Thank you to the chef and the staff. We were blown away with this gem in downtown Phoenix. Don't wait, book the chef's tasting menu at Flour and Thyme. You will be taken to a dining destination in the desert you won't forget.

We had a great dinner here in this downtown Phoenix restaurant. It used to be Ahnelo before Ahnelo…read moreclosed to move to Scottsdale. It's chef, Ivan Jocobo, opened Flour & Thyme in it's place. You can still see "Anhelo" on the glass above the entry door. The decor is lovely, with green and cream colors, and lots of plants. You can see into the kitchen. There is a full bar, and a huge selection of wines. Hubby was very disappointed that they were out of the branzino and that he had to settle for his second choice. We ordered: *Love Note (cocktail with Foie Gras-Fat Washed Scotch, Very Old St.Nick Harvest Rye Whiskey, Calvados, Benedictine, Port, Bitters) *Amaretto Sour (my favorite cocktail with the best egg white foam I've ever had) *Tortellini in Brodo *Lasagna This would make a perfect first date (or any date) place. The service is fantastic, the ambience is intimate, and the food is delicious.

This was our first time checking out this location after being regulars at the Old Town spot (so…read moresad it closed!). Happy to say this one totally lives up to it. The service was just as amazing, friendly, attentive, and welcoming, and the food was just as fresh and delicious. Prices are still super reasonable, which makes it an even better go-to. Our favorite is the Forno 301 pizza, always a must-order. We also loved the wine selection, and of course, you can't skip the limoncello to finish. Highly recommend if you're looking for a delicious, affordable meal with great service!

Shared a delicious artichoke and eggplant pizza and it was the perfect size to share with fine…read more"pickupableness" with Neapolitan texture and flavor. An extra treat was that they have bottles of spicy oil on the tables, so I was able to enjoy the crusts by slathering them with the tasty oil as though they were breadsticks. On the way out, after mentioning to the bartender how good the oil was, I was gifted a couple of condiment cuplets to-go, which was a thoughtful and nice touch and sort of made up for the server who wasn't particularly warm or informative as I had to ask about the specials and whether or not all the pasta is freshly made, etc. Heck, if you have a great selling point like homemade pasta, talk it up and get us to drooling! There is a variety of seating available, including outside and at the bar--bar has an inside section as well as outside which is a nice design for the lovely weather days. However, it's unfortunate that the outdoor seating is on such a busy traffic corner, so it's not the little retreat it would otherwise be. The lunchtime music was more like happy hour music, not conducive to conversation--maybe for the cellphones-at-the -table crowd it's okay, but being near the Phoenix Art Museum and Arizona Opera, why not add to the cultural experience of the area by celebrating its Italian origins with some Italian music? Even if just added as interludes during every few pieces, it would enhance the ambiance. We had to raise our voices to carry on our conversation, but it was manageable. However, when I came back the next week with a friend with a hearing impairment, it became more problematic. She tried adjusting her hearing aids, but the thumping rhythm kept taking precedence as we tried to find a quieter corner, but it wasn't possible as it is a small space and speakers were close to each table. I felt so bad that she couldn't enjoy a meal there--we both were so looking forward to having a fresh pasta dish, but just couldn't stay. Upon leaving, I felt I should let management know why so I waited to speak to him, offering constructive criticism about the sound level but he was not the least apologetic nor said he would take it under advisement, but was completely dismissive and harrumphy as though we were annoying problems and not potential regulars with suggestions worthy of consideration. How hard would it be to have a quieter area or make a speaker accessible with volume control? People, whether on the spectrum, with hearing impairments, or just lovers of good conversation deserve respect and when it is not given, will go elsewhere....

If you know, you know. Il Bosco is hands down our favorite pizza in Arizona. Every single time it…read morehits. We started with the Fried Ravioli (crispy on the outside, perfectly cheesy inside) and the stuffed zucchini flowerse-- light, delicate, and fried to perfection. Not greasy. Just golden, cheesy and addictive. And then... The Valentina Pizza. We added Serrano for a touch of heat with the honey drizzle. Absolute magic. Sweet, spicy, savory -- the kind of balance that makes you pause mid-bite. The crust has that perfect wood-fired char with a soft, chewy center. It's artisan without being pretentious. Just straight-up delicious. Everything was fresh, flavorful, and clearly made with care. The service is top notch and they even remember our order from our last visit. We've had a lot of pizza in Arizona, but Il Bosco keeps us coming back. Every. Single. Time.

Tuesday night dinner before a concert. Lightly crowded, still some folks in there. Menu has a good…read moreassortment of choices. We opted for 2 pizzas - Sausage & Onion (Franca) and Spicy meat pie (Divina). The crust is very good, Crisp toward the edge, a bit softer toward the middle. Franca was our preferred pie, but both were very good. Service was good, ambiance was good as well. Half price bottles of wine were a great deal. N*joy!

Thoroughly enjoyed a Saturday morning brunch at the Match Market & Bar located inside the Found:Re…read morehotel. I ordered the ham eggs Benedict while my company ordered the Eggs Any Style which included bacon, breakfast potatoes, and sourdough toast. We both enjoyed a Bloody Mary. The Benedict was lovely in presentation and taste but the portion was not enough to be filling. I would recommend adding a side of breakfast potatoes to round out the dish. My counterpart throughly enjoyed his meal with the note that the side breakfast potatoes were perhaps a little too crunchy. Overall, this place is a vibe and definitely a cool spot to bring someone visiting from out of town. Service was quick and friendly, they were serving a large conference of folks with no impact to service.

The pizza was 10/10 but unfortunately the service lacked. We sat at a table during the week, and it…read morewas not busy. You order at the counter, and they do ask for a tip, but after the lack of service we received, I'd say it's best not to leave a tip in advanced since you don't know what service you will get. My personal opinion, bring cash if you want to tip. We received our food, and truly did not get checked on once. I had to get up to ask for a drink refill. Again, the restaurant was not busy and there was plenty of staff. The place itself is cool and I do plan to come back to give it another try. Hopefully it will be a better experience.