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 1. Cafe Carumba - CLOSED

7303 E Indian School Rd
Scottsdale, AZ 85251
(480) 947-8777
5.0 star rating
  10/17/2009

It didn't even take longer than 3 minutes into our meal before everyone was thanking me for recommending Cafe Carumba as our lunch venue on Friday. How could I recommend anything else though? It was close to the office, I hadn't been there before,…More »

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 2. Caffe Boa

398 S Mill Ave
Tempe, AZ 85281
(480) 968-9112
5.0 star rating
  10/4/2009

Sit down and prepare yourself as I tell you something that will change your life.

Ready?

Caffe Boa's brunch is the best in Phoenix. Hands down. I'm also making this claim without having ever been past the patio. If you don't believe me, check out the…More »

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 3. D'lish

2613 N Scottsdale Rd
Scottsdale, AZ 85257
(480) 247-8537
5.0 star rating
  Update - 12/13/2010

Until recently I was the duchess of d'lish and it's about time I updated my review to reflect how amazing of a place it truly is.. a diamond in the rough.

Once I first tried the food menu I was insanely hooked. I now have a goal of trying every…More »

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  • 3.0 star rating
    5/3/2010

    This place definitely has potential.... especially considering it's near my office, open early, and… Read more »

 4. Hinkley's Lighting

4620 N Central Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85012
(602) 279-6267
5.0 star rating
  1/4/2011

For a long time I heard from various people that the lights are phenomenal at Hinkley's but that I would pay for it dearly. I'd just like to state that in no way is that true.

I went in needing something different, something fun to change up some…More »

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 5. FEZ

3815 N Central Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85012
(602) 287-8700
5.0 star rating
  Update - 4/13/2010

Dear FEZ,

We have courted on several occasions. At first I thought maybe we were destined to be casual flings forever. I loved your eclectic style mixed with your sensuality. I've always loved that you filled your delicious martinis to the brim, but…More »

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  • 4.0 star rating
    8/2/2009

    Last night I met up with a few friends at FEZ. It was due to the fact that we wanted to go somewhere… Read more »

 6. Four Peaks Brewing Co

1340 E 8th St
Tempe, AZ 85281
(480) 303-9967
5.0 star rating
  8/7/2009

I have to say I have been to Four Peaks probably at least 15 times in the past 10 months I've lived in Phoenix. That's pretty bad. But also shows how awesome Four Peaks is.

First off, the beer is fantastic. I love several of their brews, specifically…More »

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 7. Hana Japanese Eatery

5524 N 7th Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85013
(602) 973-1238

Categories: Sushi Bars, Japanese

5.0 star rating
  4/29/2011

In today's episode of I Can't Believe I Haven't Yelped That Yet, I get to tell you about my GO TO sushi joint, Hana.

Yes. There's no liquor license. Yes it's BYOB. Most of the time I don't even bring liquor with me and still have the time of my life.…More »

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 8. Hirschi Law Group

18275 N. 59th Avenue
Glendale, AZ 85308
(602) 346-3409
5.0 star rating
  3/20/2010 First to Review

I realized when I was preparing to deploy overseas for several months that while it sounded morbid, I should probably do some estate planning in case anything happened to me, or in case something came up in my personal affairs while I was gone that I…More »

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 9. JoBot Coffee

918 N 5th St
Phoenix, AZ 85004
(602) 228-7373
5.0 star rating
  4/27/2011

Oh. Mygod. Ohmygod.

I thought the first time I came here and only enjoyed coffee that it was spectacular. Then I came back for the crepes. Consider my mind blown.

Not only does the outside have major curb appeal (LOVE the use of color), but you can…More »

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 10. Loveland - CLOSED

107 E Baseline Rd
Tempe, AZ 85283
(480) 456-8610
5.0 star rating
  Update - 3/7/2010

I know.. an update with the same rating, but I just cannot get over how amazing of an experience it is every time I walk into this store. I was in there most recently a few days ago, hoping to find a bit of good luck in the clothes department, as I…More »

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  • 5.0 star rating
    8/8/2009

    I cannot believe I wasn't the first one to review Loveland. I also cannot believe it took me three… Read more »

 11. Mrs. White's Golden Rule Cafe

808 E Jefferson St
Phoenix, AZ 85034
(602) 262-9256

Category: Soul Food

5.0 star rating
  10/14/2009

The topic of Mrs Whites would frequently come up in the office place by a coworker who used to work near there, at the New Times. This past week though it came up quite often, often enough that on Monday, when we were planning our lunch out together…More »

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 12. Phoenix Improv Festival

Herberger Stage West
Phoenix, AZ 85004
(480) 251-3697

Category: Performing Arts

5.0 star rating
  4/27/2011

I heart the Phoenix improv community. The fact that they can be organized enough to run this festival every year is crazy awesome too!!

I've been at the festival every year since it opened, mostly due to having friends that are performing. And every…More »

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 13. Phoenix Neutrino Project

636 E Pierce St
Phoenix, AZ 85004
(480) 678-2737

Category: Performing Arts

5.0 star rating
  8/2/2009

I heart the Phoenix Neutrino Project. I think I go so often I should have a lifetime free membership. Seriously. You all thought I was joking, but I wasn't. Someone should work on that.

Think of it this way. It's improv *and* a movie. The crowd gets…More »

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 14. Sakana Sushi & Grill

5061 E Elliot Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85044
(480) 598-0506
5.0 star rating
  1/1/2011

I love sushi. I love Sakana. First off, their sushi is typically on point. I've only ever had one item I disliked and that's the seabass. Not a fan. One item that's a must have is their house smoked salmon nigiri. Holy effing awesome. I always want…More »

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 15. Sauce

131 Gough St
San Francisco, CA 94102
(415) 252-1369

Category: American (New)

Neighbourhood: Hayes Valley

5.0 star rating
  8/19/2009

If this establishment existed in my hometown, I'd be in some serious trouble. Not only would I be spending way too much money going out to eat, but special doorways would need to be created to roll me out.

Sauce was spectacular!

I headed to Sauce…More »

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 16. Snapdragon Salon

347 E Camelback Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85012
(602) 690-2629

Category: Hair Salons

5.0 star rating
  4/27/2011

Really? I could've sworn I had reviewed Snapdragon already. Shame on me. I wasn't looking too much for a new salon when I moved, but after hearing about Snapdragon and passing it several times, I had to give it a try. I clearly remember the day I…More »

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 17. Sole Sports Running Zone

1006 E Warner Rd
Tempe, AZ 85284
(480) 522-2475
5.0 star rating
  1/1/2011

I'm not a runner. I only run to keep in shape for other sports. Or when someone challenges me to a half marathon. I don't turn down challenges often.

So when I noticed my shoes were not doing the trick, I decided to head into Sole Sports to see what…More »

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 18. Solo Café Gourmet Coffee and Tea House

107 E Baseline Rd
Tempe, AZ 85283
(480) 838-7656

Category: Coffee & Tea

5.0 star rating
  7/9/2009

I'm sure those that know me are not surprised my first review is of Solo Cafe. I can say without a doubt that it's pretty much my second home.

I first stumbled across Solo due to it being connected to Altered Ego Salon & Spa, where i was able to…More »

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 19. Sweet Republic

9160 E Shea Blvd
Scottsdale, AZ 85260
(480) 248-6979
5.0 star rating
  7/11/2009

Where do you even start with Sweet Republic. This was also one of the first places I found upon moving to the valley with the help of a flyer I received at an event.  It is quite a drive for me, but *always* worth it.

First things first. The ice cream…More »

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 20. Tempe Bicycle

715 S Rural Rd
Tempe, AZ 85281
(480) 966-6896

Category: Bikes

5.0 star rating
  3/24/2010

I am not sure how this place has so few ratings that are kinda terrible. I had the best experience here when I was looking for the perfect first bicycle (of my adult life.. huffy's don't count).

After going to a few other shops and feeling like a…More »

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 21. Ticoz Resto-Bar

5114 N 7th St
Phoenix, AZ 85014
(602) 200-0160

Category: Latin American

5.0 star rating
  9/27/2009 ROTD 5/24/2010

Why the hell did no one drag me to Ticoz before now? Seriously, you all call yourselves my friends? I'm disappointed and saddened everyone kept this secret to themselves.

As usual I was craving breakfast this morning and was able to convince the…More »

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 22. Tottie's Asian Fusion

7901 E Thomas Rd
Scottsdale, AZ 85251
(480) 970-0633

Category: Asian Fusion

5.0 star rating
  3/7/2010

Every single thing, down to the smallest detail was so wonderful at Totties that I could give nothing less than 5 stars. I was in the area with a friend to see a band play and remembered someone mentioning they liked Totties. After the show, we…More »

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 23. Viking Vineyards and Winery

268 Old Forge Rd
Kent, OH 44240
(330) 678-2080
5.0 star rating
  8/24/2009 First to Review

This was hands down my favorite hangout when I lived in Akron. It was a few miles from my house and down an old back road, smack dab in the middle of gorgeous scenery. There is a very large indoor area to sit as well as a large outdoor area as well,…More »

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 24. WhiteAugust Tea Company - CLOSED

320 N Hwy 89A
Sedona, AZ 86336
(928) 282-3107

Category: Coffee & Tea

5.0 star rating
  7/19/2009

If White August was closer to my home, I'd be broke.

One of my friends mentioned it as a place I'd like to check out a couple weeks ago. Today another friend and I decided to meet up there to check it out and see if it was as amazing as described.

The…More »

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 25. Apple Store

2430 E Camelback Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85016
(602) 977-0285
4.0 star rating
  5/10/2011

While I didn't buy my first mac here, I definitely frequent this store most to feed my Apple addiction. Luckily my trusty little macbook has never needed a trip yet, nor has an iPod, but most of its accessories and my drooling happens here, which I…More »

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 26. Copper Star Coffee

4220 N 7th Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85013
(602) 266-2136

Category: Coffee & Tea

4.0 star rating
  4/27/2011

Copper Star is where I go to buy drip coffee to make at home. And where I meet up for coffee on weekends and evenings with friends. When you can find parking (though I prefer walking or biking), the atmosphere there is so relaxed you can't help but…More »

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 27. Daily Dose

4020 N Scottsdale Rd
Scottsdale, AZ 85251
(480) 994-3673
4.0 star rating
  4/17/2010

Top things to know about DD:
** Beautiful outside seating
** A menu I'd love to eat at for days
** Breakfast til 4. Yes folks.. 4pm.

I ended up at DD on a day when I was going to make my first visit to Orange Table but running out of time we decided to…More »

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 28. Devil's Martini North - CLOSED

10825 N Scottsdale Rd
Scottsdale, AZ 85254
(480) 348-1666

Category: Bars

4.0 star rating
  10/4/2009

Dear Devil's Martini North, Thank you for playing Beyonce and Pitbull throughout the night last night. Because of you the jeans I bought the same day are loose and I've lost 2 more lbs.

Seriously, I can see the cougar potential here, but I am…More »

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 29. Farm At South Mountain

6106 S 32nd St
Phoenix, AZ 85042
(602) 276-6360
4.0 star rating
  3/28/2010

One of the most relaxing places that's within biking distance from my house. I, am indeed, one lucky gal!

While it's not huge, the farm can keep me occupied for hours on end. I just love the serenity and beauty of it all, and taking time to breathe…More »

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 30. Grand Canyon National Park

Grand Canyon, AZ 86023
(928) 638-7888
4.0 star rating
  5/3/2010

How fantastical is the Grand Canyon south rim? So fantastical that I am pretty close to getting a membership after one trip and already training for a strenuous trek down the canyon and across to the north rim and back.

Every viewpoint is different…More »

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 31. Herberger Theater Center

222 E Monroe St
Phoenix, AZ 85004
(602) 254-7399

Category: Performing Arts

4.0 star rating
  5/10/2011

Yay for small theaters!!!! Seriously. All you people that love those huge grandiose things need to experience the intimacy and power that comes with a small theater, and a nice one on top of that.

The Herberger is in a great location and is a great…More »

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 32. Lingba Lounge - CLOSED

1469 18th St
San Francisco, CA 94107
(415) 355-0001

Categories: Thai, Lounges

Neighbourhood: Potrero Hill

4.0 star rating
  8/19/2009

What a great establishment to visit my first day in San Fran. I met up with a friend and local my first day of vacation and was craving me some Thai. As fortune would have it, there was Lingba, ready to deliver.

The dim lighting suits the place well…More »

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 33. Local Breeze - CLOSED

606 N 4th Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85003
(602) 368-3613
4.0 star rating
  4/14/2010

If you ask my friends how long it took me to decide on just one breakfast item the day we visited Local Breeze for Smunch, you will understand why I will try this place again. The menu looked fantastic. In the end I had to go with the local breeze…More »

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 34. Lo-Lo's Chicken & Waffles

10 W Yuma St
Phoenix, AZ 85003
(602) 340-1304

Categories: Southern, Soul Food

4.0 star rating
  4/15/2010

How can you not seriously love this place? For real. I dare any of you to tell me otherwise, and then I will make fun of you and call you lame. I've been to Lo-Lo's several times, and it's about time I inform everyone of their amazing treat of…More »

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 35. Lux

4402 N Central Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85012
(602) 696-9976

Category: Coffee & Tea

4.0 star rating
  Update - 10/11/2009

Okay Lux, I can move you up a star. I'm still not a fan that most of the time it's hard to find a seat and have it be quiet enough to focus on anything. Additionally, I am sad that my favorite shoe chair that was an important part of an evening I had…More »

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  • 3.0 star rating
    8/7/2009

    I hate to say it but I'm not all that impressed.

    I do love the decor. I'm a huge fan of the… Read more »

 36. Moto Sushi

6845 N 16th St
Phoenix, AZ 85016
(602) 263-5444

Categories: Japanese, Sushi Bars

4.0 star rating
  4/27/2011

I will begin by saying that I've been wanting to try this place for months now, simply because they have a salad that bears my name. Which reminds me of my high school days, when the internet was new and I spent an afternoon with a friend visiting…More »

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 37. My Florist Cafe - CLOSED

530 W McDowell Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85003
(602) 254-0333

Category: Sandwiches

4.0 star rating
  8/8/2009

I have to admit that reading the vast range of reviews for My Florist made me debate giving them a 3 for inconsistency, but I decided to give them the benefit of the doubt and rounded my 3.5 up to a 4. It's almost hard to believe we all ate at the…More »

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 38. Portland's Restaurant & Wine Bar

105 W Portland St
Phoenix, AZ 85003
(602) 795-7480
4.0 star rating
  10/11/2009

This past weekend I had my staycation in Phoenix for a little downtime. Saturday a few friends and I wanted to go somewhere delicious no one had been and one of them suggested Portlands. I had only been there for drinks a couple times, and loved the…More »

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 39. REI

1405 W Southern Ave
Tempe, AZ 85282
(480) 967-5494
4.0 star rating
  10/11/2009

How can you not love REI? I'm not really sure what type of personality that would be. Probably insanely boring. REI has great gear for hiking, camping, all sorts of sports and you can't beat being a member.

The store in Tempe is pretty clean and…More »

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 40. School House Winery

455 Schneiders Crossing Rd NW
Dover, OH 44622
(330) 602-9463

Category: Wineries

4.0 star rating
  8/24/2009 First to Review

Another new winery in Dover I discovered when heading back to the good ol' T-County to visit family. I was ecstatic to hear that not only did someone decide to do something with the old school house, but that it turned into a winery.

The inside is…More »

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Location

Phoenix, AZ

Yelping Since

July 2009

Things I Love

Laughter, Music, hot pink, breakfast, randomness, bad assery, accessories, dancing, ice cream, people watching

Find Me In

it's not as fun if I tell you

My Hometown

Phoenix, AZ

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http://toniambartz.com

When I'm Not Yelping...

there's an impromptu Dance Party

Why You Should Read My Reviews

I'm opinionated and I don't lie

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The Last Great Book I Read

Raising Unicorns

My First Concert

Counting Crows w/ the Wallflowers

My Favourite Movie

The Exorcist, Love Actually, Serendipity

My Last Meal On Earth

The restaurants I've never been to

Don't Tell Anyone Else But...

you're secretly in love with me :)

Most Recent Discovery

I can dig a pretty good trench when my tent is in jeopardy of flooding!

Current Crush

Lately I've been cheating on grape with strawberry. Shh. Don't tell.