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Places I have tried in downtown and central phoenix area.

 1. The Eggery

50 E Camelback Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85012
(602) 263-8554
5.0 star rating
  5/2/2011

They have free wi-fi. Yes! I usually eat here when I don't feel like cooking breakfast at home or before hiking with friends.
I've always had good service here and  I don't know why people are hating the place. Our service has always been pleasant…More »

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 2. The Roosevelt

816 N 3rd St
Phoenix, AZ 85004
(602) 254-2561

Categories: Bars, American (New)

3.0 star rating
  1/31/2011

I just want to let everyone know that this is not a restaurant. It's more like a bar with snacks. I found this place on yelp because people were raving about their grilled cheese sandwich and creamy tomato soup. They had drink specials this evening…More »

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 3. Hula's Modern Tiki

4700 N Central Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85012
(602) 265-8454
4.0 star rating
  2/19/2011

My friends and I decided to celebrate my birthday at Hula's a few nights ago and we had a fantastic time. It was on a Wednesday night, so they happened to have an all night happy hour on that day. We surely lucked out, so we enjoyed  $5 appetizers…More »

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 4. Valley Pizza Downtown - CLOSED

1348 W Roosevelt St
Phoenix, AZ 85007
(602) 606-2929

Category: Pizza

4.0 star rating
  2/25/2011

Don't let this ghettofied hole in the wall scare you. This pizza joint may look run down, cheap and sketchy, but looks are deceiving.
This place serves up some good  food realness. They have tons of Vegetarian options that are full of flavor. I…More »

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 5. The Good Egg

3110 N Central Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85012
(602) 248-3897
4.0 star rating
  2/27/2011

I've eaten here several times with friends. This location is often referred to as "The Gay Egg" in the Gay & Lesbian community. The place where gays go for brunch on the weekends. I love that it's close to the light rail, they have free wi-fi…More »

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 6. Carly's Bistro

128 E Roosevelt St
Phoenix, AZ 85004
(602) 262-2759
4.0 star rating
  2/18/2011

Decent place to eat. I went here today with my best pal Sage during their  lunch rush. I don't really know exactly how to review this place. The inside decoration is pleasant, but the street and the outside area is kinda run down. Sage and I both…More »

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 7. The Turf

705 N 1st St
Phoenix, AZ 85004
(602) 296-5043

Categories: Irish, Pubs

4.0 star rating
  9/23/2010

My friends and I strolled into this pub last night for some Irish food.  The food was decent, but I don't think that my fish sandwich was all that amazing. I've been to Ireland and I don't remember having food this bland.  However, the prices were…More »

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 8. Pita Jungle

1001 N. 3rd Avenue
Phoenix, AZ 85003
(602) 258-7482
5.0 star rating
  Update - 2/19/2011

Time to update my review and bump up my rating because frankly, they deserved it.
I'm quite fond of Pita Jungle as a franchise. I've never ordered a bad meal here and staff have always been cheery.
The reason for the bump in the rating? The tapas…More »

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  • 4.0 star rating
    12/14/2010

    I don't think it was that bad. I can't believe the low stars that some people are giving this place.… Read more »

 9. Bliss/reBAR

901 N 4th St
Phoenix, AZ 85004
(602) 795-1792

Categories: Bars, American (New)

5.0 star rating
  Update - 11/30/2010

I guess it's time for an update and I will keep this short and sweet. Last night was my 5th time at Bliss and my experiences had been consistently good. The first time I was here, I was invited to their soft opening party, second time was with my…More »

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  • 5.0 star rating
    8/27/2010

    This restaurant used to be Fate, but the price is definitely more reasonable!
    I was invited by my… Read more »

 10. The Downtown Deli

130 N Central Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85004
(602) 258-3069

Categories: Delis, Sandwiches

3.0 star rating
  2/4/2011

Ah excuse me? Am I the only one bothered by the way they make their omelette's here? I ordered breakfast here this morning and was mortified when I saw the cook about to place my omelette in the microwave to melt the cheese!  He was shocked when I…More »

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 11. CherryBlossom Noodle Cafe

914 E Camelback Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85014
(602) 248-9090
5.0 star rating
  Update - 5/22/2011

My friend John and I ate here this afternoon and we both had a pleasant experience. Our server Yuka recognized my friend John and gave him a hug. I guess John used to eat at Kirin Wok in downtown phoenix where she used to work.
She said the place…More »

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  • 4.0 star rating
    4/7/2011

    My friends and I ate here yesterday and I thought the food was good. They were pretty busy during… Read more »

 12. The Hero Factory

114 W Adams St
Phoenix, AZ 85003
(602) 254-6763

Categories: Sandwiches, Delis

3.0 star rating
  2/3/2011

In short, this tiny downtown sub shop serves affordable breakfast and big hero sandwiches. No vegan options though, but they have vegetarian breakfast items.
I've only eaten here in the morning and usually order the garden platter which came with…More »

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 13. Pei Wei Asian Diner

701 W McDowell Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85003
(602) 308-0410

Category: Asian Fusion

5.0 star rating
  2/10/2011

I give Pei Wei thumbs up because the dishes are good  for a chain. Because of my social circle, I've eaten here a lot in the past year. I feel that the dishes here are healthy and well presented. Pretty much everything can be made with  just tofu and…More »

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 14. Z Pizza

111 W Monroe St
Phoenix, AZ 85003
(602) 254-4145

Category: Pizza

5.0 star rating
  2/2/2011

I have to give this pizza joint some credit. I've been coming to this place a lot, so it's time to give them my yelp review.
This place is within walking distance from my apartment and I usually get their salads. Not the usual salads that you get…More »

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 15. Paradise Bakery

3400 E Sky Harbor Blvd
Phoenix, AZ 85034
(602) 275-2787

Categories: Sandwiches, Bakeries

5.0 star rating
  2/13/2011

I get food here a lot, it's not even funny. Why? I travel for a living and it's the  perfect place to grab food on the fly. Great selection of salads, sandwiches and soups. Well maybe not the soups since you can't bring it past the security, but the…More »

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 16. Viet Kitchen - CLOSED

114 W Adams St
Phoenix, AZ 85003
(602) 262-5535

Category: Vietnamese

4.0 star rating
  1/31/2011

I take my sweet mom to lunch at least twice a month, so she can get out of the house once in a while. She likes Vietnamese cuisine, so I searched on Yelp to find something close to downtown.  I stumbled upon Dolores G's review and she seemed to like…More »

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 17. Hsin Cafe

120 E Taylor St
Phoenix, AZ 85004
(602) 254-6337

Category: Chinese

3.0 star rating
  12/14/2010

Simple, Inexpensive and within walking distance from my place. I went biking this evening and had the sudden urge to get Chinese food.
I ordered something to go and got a vegetarian dish with tofu.
From what I've observed, the place is simple and…More »

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 18. Verde - CLOSED

825 N 1st St
Phoenix, AZ 85004
(602) 254-4400

Category: Mexican

3.0 star rating
  9/16/2010

Verde means green in Latin, Italian and Spanish and I thought there would be more greens at this restaurant. Unfortunately, the only green item is the Verde Salad Bowl.
They have a very limited menu, so I ended up getting  the Chilaquiles and…More »

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 19. FEZ

3815 N Central Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85012
(602) 287-8700
5.0 star rating
  10/4/2010

Does this place need anymore reviews? What the heck....I'll throw my hat into the ring and say that this place is fabulous.

I hate to admit it, but the last time I was here was in 2006. (I know. Shame on moi!)  I used to be an event planner for…More »

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 20. Two Hippies Breakfast Joint

4306 N 7th Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85013
(602) 274-0079
3.0 star rating
  9/3/2010

I had  breakfast here this morning with my friend Sage and Richard.
Just like the other Hippies establishments, it has a quirky theme, they accept cash only and it's also self served.
For $6 you can have either a burrito style breakfast or a breakfast…More »

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 21. The Blue Fin

1401 N Central Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85004
(602) 254-3171
4.0 star rating
  9/13/2010

After visiting the Phoenix Public Library, I had a sudden craving for some  japanese food. This restaurant happened to be right across from it, so I decided  to eat there.  I ordered the Panko Fish Bowl,  but to my dismay; I was informed that they…More »

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 22. Maizie's Cafe & Bistro

4750 N Central Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85012
(602) 274-2828

Category: American (New)

4.0 star rating
  8/10/2010

Get there early and put yourself on the list because it gets packed on Monday nights!  I just found out  they don't take reservations.
It's also hard to find parking, so you might have to park in the gravel  lot across the street from Hula's.
As far…More »

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 23. Switch Restaurant & Wine Bar

2603 N Central Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85004
(602) 264-2295
5.0 star rating
  11/25/2010

My good friend Sage was in phoenix yesterday, so we decided to have lunch at SWITCH. We had a late lunch, so the place was fairly empty. It was my first time there, so I was glad that we didn't have to wait to get a table.
The establishment has a…More »

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 24. First Watch

9645 N Black Canyon Hwy
Phoenix, AZ 85021
(602) 943-3232
4.0 star rating
  10/4/2010

Great service and healthy food. I had breakfast here this morning with my friend Sage  
The restaurant itself is clean, cheery, and bright.  There is plenty of seating for those waiting to get in, and the service is fast. Our server Jaime made sure…More »

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 25. That's a Wrap

800 E Camelback Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85014
(602) 252-5051
5.0 star rating
  9/27/2010

I was driving by Camelback today looking for a place to eat  when I saw this little green building with a big orange sign that says "That's a Wrap!".
I automatically got excited, pulled over, went inside and  I discovered that Damon Brasch (owner of…More »

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 26. Z Pizza

53 W Thomas Road
Phoenix, AZ 85013
(602) 234-3289
4.0 star rating
  10/15/2010

I like this place and the layout of this establishment is cute and clean. As far as the pizza goes, I've never been dissapointed. I like their pizzas better than Domino's. They are next to the Pink Spot and they have free WI-FI.
It's a great place…More »

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 27. Azteca Bakery & Mexican Fast Food

416 N 7th Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85007
(602) 253-5864

Categories: Bakeries, Mexican

4.0 star rating
  10/14/2010

I always come here for breakfast and order either the omelette or an egg & cheese burro.
It's not a fancy place, but the service is warm, the portions are huge and it's not going to mess up your budget.
It's very inexpensive. $5 for a home style…More »

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