Blanco Cocina + Cantina

This place was freaking awesome!!!! The vibes were so so fun!!! The service was pretty quick and…read morethe live DJ was awesome! It was a little unfortunate they have a time limit on the weekends which is understandable but bummer bc we didn't want to leave we got the glizzy gauntlet and it was super yummy! I am a sauce girl and i loved that the glizzys cane with 4 sauces. The coffee drink they had was PHENOMENAL!!!

I really wanted to love this place. Let me set off with the positives. The decor, the DJ, the…read moreseating ambience, and overall just vibes are 100%, 5/5 out of five stars. The chicken tenders were fire!!! What is lacking on this occasion was service. The server that we had was so unattentative. I have never been in a cocktail lounge in my life and had to beg for drinks. Our server would wait until every drinks was made for all of her tables before bringing out drinks. It was ridiculous. She was nice but seemed high. I ended up only having 2 drinks. We would have ordered more but they have 90min max seating and we didn't event get drinks for the first 30min. No exaggeration. Also one of my drinks I had to send back. My apple martini tasted like soap. It was like they did clean the glass after giving a soap bath. No bueno. So they need to get their service to match the vibe of a true cocktails lounge. Yes it is a 70s vibe but doesn't mean the lackadaisical style service. I would come back and try again. The music, the atmosphere and the food was good. They gotta get these cocktails together and service. We ended up walking to nearby competitors and that was money lost for DDG.

Disco Ball Entrance on the left. DJ booth behind.

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Eureka!

4.2(267 reviews)

0.1 mi

The atmosphere was really fun and lively, but still comfortable enough to actually sit and enjoy…read moredinner. The food came out fresh and everything we ordered was really good. The drinks were also great and there were a lot of options to choose from. The service was one of the best parts of our experience. Our server was friendly, attentive, and made sure we had everything we needed without constantly checking in. Everything came out in a timely manner and we never felt rushed, even when it was busy.

Review 1: Eureka! - Tempe, AZ (Lunch Visit)…read more Stepping into Eureka! for a weekday lunch, I found the restaurant nearly empty, with perhaps three tables occupied. My server, likely named Natasha, was immediately warm and personable, which set a good tone. I ordered the fish tacos, roasted Brussels sprouts, and charred green beans. The dishes arrived in about 13 minutes--a reasonable turnaround--but I was surprised that the tortillas were cold, and the green beans were only lukewarm. The portion sizes are modest, which actually works well for solo dining since there's no pressure to share. While my server was excellent, the overall front-of-house experience had some rough edges. Walking in through the patio, I encountered a host stand blocking a door--odd given that the restaurant has a more attractive main entrance on the opposite side. Staff were sometimes gathered near the front while guests waited, and at one point, employees were eating at the bar top rather than in a back area, which felt unprofessional for an otherwise stylish space. Eureka! has potential, and the food has bright spots, but details like presentation temperature and guest perception of staff behavior are where the experience falters.

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Society

I genuinely cannot WAIT to come back to this place. From the second I walked in, the atmosphere…read morefelt so classy, elegant, and elevated without being pretentious. It's the kind of restaurant that makes getting dressed up feel exciting and worth it, and I absolutely loved that about the experience. It felt like such a perfect date night spot or place to celebrate something special. The servers were also extremely attentive the entire night. Everyone was friendly, professional, and made sure we had everything we needed without ever feeling overbearing. The service honestly matched the upscale atmosphere perfectly and made the whole experience feel even more polished. And OMG... the food. SO SO SO SO SO GOOD. Like genuinely one of those meals where every single bite makes you pause for a second because it tastes that incredible. I got the chicken orzo along with the lime icebox cake for dessert, and both were absolutely amazingggg. The chicken orzo was phenomenal. The lemon flavor throughout the orzo was bright, fresh, and flavorful without being overpowering, and the tomatoes were the PERFECT addition because they balanced everything so well and added a little sweetness and freshness to the dish. But the chicken... wow. The chicken was perfectly crispy on the outside while still being super juicy and tender inside, which is honestly hard to do. Every component of the dish worked together perfectly. Magnificent is genuinely the best word for it. And the lime icebox cake was the perfect ending to the meal, refreshing, creamy, flavorful, and not too heavy after dinner. Honestly, I'm sitting here craving the food again just looking back at the pictures I took. This is definitely one of those restaurants that sticks in your mind long after you leave.

Our waitress was very kind and knowledgeable about gluten-free options (I have celiac disease),…read morewhich I really appreciated. The restaurant itself is very cute and clearly designed for photos, which matches what I saw on their Instagram. Service overall was fantastic. The food, however, was just okay. I ordered the burrata and fig plate and was told they'd replace the bread with apple slices. I received five very small slices of apple, and when the plate was set down the waitress said she'd get more if needed. I later noticed I was charged $2 for an additional five slices, which together didn't even amount to half an apple. Ironically, the bread that comes with the dish would have been far more substantial. The burrata was fine, but nothing memorable. My friend ordered the chicken and brussels sprouts and didn't even finish it before having the plate taken away. The flourless almond cake was the star, a bit salty on its own, but with the ice cream and whipped cream it was a delightful combo which were the highlight. Overall, this is a great spot for cocktails, ambiance, and photos, but the food is fairly mediocre compared to the setting.

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Idle Hands

4.3(52 reviews)

I came in to Idle Hands for a cocktail making class. Christmas in July making call. We were…read morefortunate enough it was only 5 of us in call. So everything was hands on! We had such an amazing time. Shout out to Mickey for allowing us to go behind the bar to make the cocktails, it was a first time experience for me. We were able to make some eggnog from scratch and make ourselves a drink of our creation. I know they have other mixology classes in the future, I highly recommend it, it's such a lovely experience. I can't wait to take other classes.

Idle Hands is a really neat tucked away bar. The drink selection is super unique and the mixologist…read morewas extremely excited about the selection he'd created. I was asking tons of questions and he shared several stories giving us the background that made the drinks even more special. A must try!!

This was a strong rum drink. Sweet, but strong. Really good though, very interesting flavors.

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W XYZ Bar

3.8(17 reviews)

0.7 mi

Love this bar inside the hotel. Stopped on my way up to my room and loved that they had ASU themed…read moredrinks. The bartender was super friendly and welcoming. Will be hanging out here more my next stay!

Unfortunately, the Saturday I was there the bartender either called out or wasn't scheduled. So the…read morepoor Font Desk Guy was doing both jobs. Running between the two to help guests and customers. The Front Desk Guy didn't know how to mix any cocktails and he couldn't get the draft beer to pour. So it was just basically bottled beer and single spirit drinks like Jack & Coke or 7&7. They also didn't have any bar food available which was a big disappointment. Guess the cook called out as well. So I can't rate the service any higher due to the for mentioned reasons. I applaud the Front Desk Guy for doing the best he could doing multiple jobs on a busy Saturday Evening.

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Alter Ego

3.9(247 reviews)

0.6 mi

Fun place with outdoor and indoor seating. We came in for a Saturday brunch and it did not…read moredissapoint. I actually Yelp'd it prior to going and the menu I saw a pic of in Yelp is no longer the brunch menu. When I asked about a substitution they did not hesitate and the chef was all over making me my meal! The service is also really great here and everyone is super friendly. They offer, breakfast, brunch on the weekends, lunch and dinner so I would get over and try!

I've been here a total of four times prior and never had complaints. Today was different. I…read moreunderstand the changes of seasonal menu but I just seem like the recent menu had no main concept. My boyfriend got the pizza and it tasted as if it were a frozen pizza. I got the bang bang shrimp and it was good (6/10). The problem that I have is the pistachio gin fizz was an absolute no! I am a HUGE fan of pistachio and gin so immediately I had to get his drink but it was beyond mediocre. Are we drinking only syrup??? My last complaint is the coconut tres leches dessert.... Do we actually know how to make tres leches or we just naming desserts however we want? Just curious. It came out super hot, steaming more like a molten cake. As a Hispanic woman, I was expecting a creamy moist cake to celebrate my graduation but this was not it as well. Last but not least if the bald manager with the orange shirt wants to eat in the back of the kitchen, not the problem I get it (I work at restaurants) HOWEVER shoving your two index fingers into your mouth to get your debris out was my last straw. Like I said I like this restaurant and never had problems but today felt like a fever dream there.

Banh Mi Bowl

Front desk, lobby. Nice place to read and chill.

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Devil's Hideaway

4.3(69 reviews)

Extremely unique bar/restaurant. Pretty good happy hour prices and food was good. Overall for a…read morecool date night or pregame before going out this place is awesome. When the weather gets colder they have a huge back patio too.

As soon as you're through the door, entering Devil's Hideaway makes you feel as though you're…read moreunderground. Narrow, arched hallways, colorfully-illuminated bricks, and loud music automatically set the mood and leave you ready to party. There's also a modest kitchen, and at the right time, a speakeasy. What I love: This was my first time trying a Spaghett. It sounds dumb, but enough aperol makes just about anything palatable. There's a pretty deep roster of beer/seltzer cans, too. The summer crowd was nice, and despite it being the off-season you still had brands doing promos and showing off new products. What I like: A small window in the back to order bar food. You won't regret the sliders! What needs work: It was early and not a particularly crowded day, but somehow the kitchen was out of quite a few items. When you step up to the bar, prepare to WAIT. Nevertheless, it's fun and worth checking out!

Idle Hands inside Devil's Hideaway

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Walking in, super cool vibe going on

Filthy Animal

4.2(478 reviews)

•$$$

Thanks for the kind and quick service Megan. Such a pleasure to be hosted by you. And the food was…read moredelicious

I made a reservation for my daughter's 19th birthday, but unfortunately made it for the wrong…read moreamount of people. I called and spoke to manager Devon, explained the situation. He was amazing at adjusting the reservation to accommodate her party. Devon could have simply said no, especially since it was on their busiest day during the busiest time, but he went above and beyond to ensure that my daughter has an amazing birthday dinner with her friends. Thank you to all the staff at Filthy Animal you have exceeded expectations.

Private Dining Room

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Bar Moxy

4.2(6 reviews)

0.7 mi

I have stayed at many Moxy's domestic and internationally. This is one of my top 3 however this is…read morebar and lobby specific. Disclaimer: Many do not understand it's made to be convenient, sustainable and simple. Do not go in here expecting JW. It is prime downtown area, however it is near the city transit so you can hear the chimes all night and early morning. I am a light sleeper so it bothered me. If you do not want to leave there is no need. They have a small restaurant with nice breakfast and lunch/dinner eats, there are arcade games, events and entertainment in the lobby. Everyone at the bar is a blast! I would go back just to sit and what with them! The environment is not wild but still jovial.

My wife and I are starting at Hotel Moxy and we tried their food yesterday, we had their Crispy…read moreChicken Sammie and their Southwest Salad. The dinner wasn't bad, I forgot to take a picture. The bar area/hotel lobby is very spacious with a bunch of games ranging from some old school pinball machines, board games and a pool table.

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Barrio Queen

4.1(820 reviews)

1.3 mi

I went to Barrio Queen today at this location in Tempe Marketplace it has nice atmosphere inside…read morewas nice I was sitting by the bar area waiting for my order which is trío tacos I love carne asada tacos so I ordered that and 2 sides of rice and beans for my mom exterior has patio where customer can sit and enjoy outside atmosphere but today was my first time trying Barrio Queen I will definitely come back for sure Also the food was awesome delicious and the service the lady was nice to help me breakdown the menu and asked me if I wanted water while I was waiting overall I recommend this place thank you so much

Cute little margarita date with the Hubby…read more The Hubby and I stopped by for a little drink break and had such a fun time! We weren't here for a full meal this visit, so we just enjoyed some chips & salsa while sipping on drinks. I went for a margarita , and it was SO flavorful! Definitely not one of those sad, watered-down margaritas--the flavor was on point and made for the perfect little sip. The Hubby grabbed a beer , and it was super cold--exactly how a beer should be! The chips & salsa were perfect for casually munching while we enjoyed our drinks and each other. Sometimes a simple little stop for drinks is all you need for a cute date moment! We didn't get to try the food this time, but now I'm definitely curious! We'll be back to give the food a try next time. Overall, such a fun little stop for drinks with my favorite person. Cheers to another cute date-night find!

Pescado Asado Taco / Camaron Asado Taco

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Madison H.

3 months ago

10/10 across the board! The service was amazing, and every staff member we encountered was so friendly and welcoming. The food exceeded our expectations. It was packed with flavor and absolutely delicious. The drinks hit the spot, too! Everything we ordered was incredible, and we can't wait to come back next time we visit! It was the perfect spot to unwind, enjoy great company, and soak in the atmosphere. Highly recommend! read more

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Absolutely love this spot glad they opened one in tempe I use to go to the one on camelback

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Great space for events! The regular restaurant area is very noisy, and the metal chairs are…read morehorrible. The food could be amazing, but with this atmosphere and lack of comfort, I'm just not having a good time. Service was fine - efficient. Food was tasty. I just wasn't in the mood to have to yell and strain to hear my work peeps on the other side of the table.

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