Culinary Gangster is a great lunch spot! They have a cute patio with umbrellas and the workers are…read morealways friendly. My favorite dish is the chicken avocado quinoa bowl.

The food was honestly excellent, and I enjoyed everything I ordered. Unfortunately, the service and…read moreoverall experience left a very bad impression. After ordering at the counter, leaving a 20% tip, and having my food brought to the table, I was surprised to be asked by an employee to clear a substantial amount of plates and silverware and take everything to the garbage myself. This wasn't just a plate or two. It was a considerable amount of dishes. Naturally, I questioned what exactly I was tipping 20% for. I ordered at the counter, had my food brought out, and was then expected to bus my own table. That's a pretty generous tip for what is essentially counter service. What made things even more frustrating was being told by the employee, repeatedly, that the staff doesn't actually receive the tips and that they go to corporate. If that's genuinely the case, management needs to be transparent about that. I have absolutely no problem tipping when good service is provided, and I believe employees deserve to be compensated fairly. But customers shouldn't be expected to tip at full-service restaurant levels while also doing a substantial portion of the work themselves. It's unfortunate because the food really was good. But as much as I enjoyed it, this experience makes me never want to come back. There is no shortage of great food in Scottsdale, and no customer should leave a restaurant feeling like they've paid for service, tipped generously, and still been expected to do the work themselves. Management really needs to rethink this approach. Don't be another restaurant in Scottsdale that comes and goes! Be better!

What a difference since the last post. Previously I gave a poor review after multiple bad…read moreexperiences with this location. Following that review, the manager, Nico reached out to me via the Yelp app. We stayed away from Flower child and inky recently decided to give it another chance. We were not disappointed. The Avocado cobb salad was back to the standard we originally liked. The personel were very responsive and customer focused. We didn't get too excited and thought maybe they are just having a good day and the old personel had the day off. So I went back to try again today. Wow this is like a new place. They were busy with less people than were working here before and yet the service was great. So was the bang bang beef. Flower Child is back in the rotation for our dining out places. Great work Nico

Great balance of healthy food. Staff are friendly and attentive to your needs. Food is full of…read moreflavor. Nice stop on our vacation.

Ok it was definitely everything thing I hoped for and more!!!! 10/10 baby. That California club…read morebreakfast sandwich was unreal. Split it with hubs after the gym, and he said he could eat 4 more of them. Seriously that good! Been stalking this place since we started at the gym and finally my husband agreed to take me lol........ the green tea- not sure how we feel about it, taste weak. The dirty chai is so yummy and refreshing

What a treat to find a healthy eats place with a drive-thru. Quick and convenient!…read more This place has an amazing chicken pesto sandwich. I especially love the portobello mushrooms on it. I prefer it on the ciabatta bread rather than getting in on the sourdough because there is just so much butter on the sourdough that I feel I am eating healthier by having it prepared this way. I have also had the California Club, and that is also excellent. As mentioned above, I do appreciate that the service is quick, and the fact that they have a drive-thru is super convenient. I do absolutely hate that they do not have any Coke or Pepsi products or even a more natural soda alternative (like Mad Greens offers). I also hate that the drive-thru workers never smile. They are not friendly. Why do they act as though they are miserable working there? I feel as though I am inconveniencing them every time I eat there. It is such a weird feeling. One would think that they would appreciate the business. They also have no problem turning their tablet around expecting a tip (which I always provide). However, I would tend to expect that if you are wanting a tip, you should at least smile and offer friendly service, right? The ambiance is blah. That's why I go through the drive-thru. No point in going in as there is no joy associated with being here. All of that constructive criticism aside, the food is too good to give any less than 4 stars. Also, they shortened their hours which is inconvenient for me. They used to be open until 4:30 per Yelp, but now they close at 3 before my kids get out of school. I would so much like them to try the food, but it just doesn't work out time-wise for us. Too bad. I was thinking now that it is fall, perhaps they may extend their hours once again. Time will tell.

Excellent pork chops. Their food is very good. Great and friendly service. Wheelchair accessible,read more

Great food, service and menu. One of the party had the salmon and the rest of us had the special -…read morebeef ribs. They were delicious! Our waitress kept our drinks full and made recommendations and answered questions. We sat outside and the area was nice. All in all, a great experience.

We were the only ones in line but had to wait several minutes to order, because it looked like the…read moretwo employees on duty were working on online orders. I built my own salad, and they let me try two dressings before deciding which to get. I loved the sesame ginger dressing. I think their salads are quite expensive for what you get. The restaurant was clean and had ample seating and parking.

My wife and I enjoy making salads at home or occasionally ordering a salad to go from a restaurant,…read moreand we were excited when we first learned about MAD Greens way back when. Compared to other similar restaurants, we really like the food options, the quality of ingredients, and the promotions though the prices are more than the other places we used to frequent. MAD Greens offers salads, grain bowls, wraps, Mac & Cheese bowls, and more. My wife and I both enjoy the create-your-own salad which includes your choice in greens (and/or pasta), protein, four toppings, and salad dressing. My favorite is pasta and mixed greens with grilled chicken, egg, parmesan cheese, corn, Craisins, and balsamic vinaigrette. I have also had wraps, Mac & Cheese, and prepared salads in the past. We have also ordered MAD Greens through the app/website and also through Uber Eats in the past. We were disappointed that the option to order pasta as a base with the greens was removed from online ordering though the restaurants themselves still honor this as an option. We still find that using the app is beneficial when using the rewards program as you earn $10 credits for every 100 points earned (1 point per dollar spent) plus you get a $5 credit for your first purchase after joining the program. MAD Greens regularly has different promotions and even sends out Buy One Get One Free or 10% off coupons tied to your reward account. There is also typically a Buy One Get One Free coupon sent out for your birthday (or half-birthday). They have a current challenge/promotion where if you make three purchases by late January, you get a free meal. They also had a great Black Friday gift card promotion of a free $10 eCard for every $25 gift card purchased. That means if you buy $100 of gift cards, you will get $40 in bonus gift cards. Amazing! I certainly recommend MAD Greens for those of you who enjoy a healthy meal that tastes good with loyalty perks for each purchase.

This is the best Mediterranean food I've ever had! The pita bread alone will bring me back. So…read morefluffy! I had the DXB tawook sandwich and loved it. The spicy lentil soup was very tasty. Even though you order at the counter, the service was friendly and attentive.

Hey Scottsdale and Phoenix, you are missing out on the best experience of one of the newest amazing…read moreplaces with authentic Mediterranean food!!!!! They make homemade pitas and tzatziki sauce! I have yet to experience that at any establishment in the Metro area!!!! Definitely worth the travel and experience! Hats off the food is awesome. Of course my favorite is the Gyro - yum yum!!!!!!

Had a very nice meal at Beginners Luck in Old Town Scottsdale. I have been looking for a solid go…read moreto place in Old Town for a while. Still mourning the loss of Bandera. Beginners Luck is just that kind of place. Food 4.5/5 - I ordered the Crab and Shrimp Roll with fries. It was excellent and quite a portion. More than enough for a second meal. Loaded with shrimp and crab. I wasn't expecting a crab and shrimp salad but rather a mix of the two warm and buttered in the roll but it was very tasty as served. The only part that was a little off was the burned in brand on the roll the cold salad was served in. The charred flavor with the salad was a little off putting. I just pinched off the burnt bits from the bread. Excellent fries! Service 4/5 - I sat at the bar. Bartender was nice, offered regular menu and restaurant week menu as well. Meal was brought by manager, fries were still piping hot. Bartender and manager checked back to make sure meal was to my liking. Ambiance 5/5 - Cute place. A lot of nice outdoor seating and seating inside but a bit less. All in all a great place with a nice complement of offerings! I will return. If only they had a fly through with rotisserie chicken to go, I would never think of Bandera again.

Cruising along historic Old Town and it was hot, we were tired and needed a reprieve from the heat…read moreso we ducked in to Beginner's Luck. We were seated inside quickly - it was a slow afternoon. Signs on the door let you know they have A/C however they left the front door propped open so it wasn't that cool inside. We each had a cocktail and they were pretty good - him a Painkiller on Main (he said it was good) and I had Ranch Water Paloma but asked them to mix tequila and mezcal rather than have me choose one over the other. Quite tasty! We just did apps: Fondue Blanc served with linguisa, pretzel bread and roasted cauliflower. The fondue was especially delicious with the cauliflower. We also had pimento cheese served with potato chips and chicharrones. I've only ever tasted grocery store made pimento cheese and was not a fan but when I tasted the pimento cheese at Beginner's Luck, I instantly became enamored. Totally enjoyed it with the chips. I recommend stopping in for a bite when wandering Old Town.

A new and healthy joint to get salads and wraps. It's a walk up venue and you order thru a kiosk…read more There's no cashier or no staff around should you have a question about ordering. My salad was good but I can't do spicy food and nothing was mentioned about it being spicy. I ate the chicken and worked around the spice. The cut up chicken was very good and tasty but I wish there was more of it. I've had better luck in LA! Cute little setup but everyone was huddled in front of the counter as the restaurant was experiencing a heavier than usual crowd. It took almost 50 minutes for my salad to come. Plus, after I placed my order, it was indicated that a text message will be sent once my order is ready. I never got a text message... this is a new establishment and some customer service issues need attention and improvement...

Thank god healthy accessible food like this exists. I love sweet green, their bowls are so filling,…read morereally tasty and not boring. They are really quick too and love that they have seasonal bowls and different proteins. I've loved everything I've ever gotten from here, and you can customize everything. Highly recommend!

Fun... fresh.. clean! (hmm... that almost sounds like a…read morebubble bath ad..) Fun. Fresh. Delish! (Better.) I had just done a med spa facial around the corner, and was already in one of those live-forever-feel-pretty, longevity moods. Last thing I wanted to do after a facial was sweat. So no spices, no heavy digestive energy, and definitely no meat sweats! So my doctor recommended we eat at ChopShop. Winning! I had the Thai Coconut Chicken and one of their fountain teas, though I could have gone a gazillion ways, since they also offer protein shakes, juices, parfaits, salads, sandwiches, and superfruit bowls. It was like wandering into a desert longevity oasis. Perfect for delusions of youthful eternity, but you go for it anyway because it's delish. The Thai bowl had JUST the right amount of peanut dressing, which meant I was just full enough to not sweat out all that expensive stuff they put on my face at the med spa. At $500 for that facial, that's a win-win for me, because the food at Chop Shop is waaaaay more affordable. Atmosphere is airy, clean, cool, with very friendly staff. The other patrons look like they're also on quests to outlive the Jones, so its nice to share wu-wu energy with others while dining. I have a follow up facial in 30 days, which means I'm coming back here to try something else. Looking foward to it!

First off, the outside of this building looks so welcoming, and you walk in and it practically…read morescreams, "Hey you, come eat a plant and feel better about your life choices." Inside, the vibe is excellent and cleaner than my search history. Contrary to some of the other reviews I've read, my service was incredibly fast and efficient. To be fair, we walked in well after the lunch rush, but the staff was still totally on top of it. As for the food, my friends ordered The Club and The Grinder, and both absolutely loved them. I went with the Moroccan Turkey, and oh my god, I loved everything about it. The standout players were definitely the Greek yogurt sauce and that red wine vinaigrette. Absolutely incredible flavor combo. That said... unless my friends and I have suddenly hit a massive growth spurt, the portions could definitely be a bit larger for what you're paying. We're in Scottsdale, not a micro-portion tasting menu in Paris. Feed us, ChopShop! The real plot twist of the meal was the BBQ potato chips. I thought they were absolute perfection. However, they caused a full-on culinary debate in our group. They lean pretty sweet and have this distinct Indian-spice vibe going on. If you're expecting standard backyard-barbecue Lays, you're going to be confused. Half the table was questioning their entire existence, while I was busy hoarding the bag. Come for the great food and healthy atmosphere, just maybe grab a snack beforehand if you're starving--and prepare your palate for the chip controversy.

Sourdough & Co. was my go-to sandwich spot when I was pregnant, and it's still so good! The bread…read moreis always fresh and the portions are generous--I can easily share a sandwich with my husband and it's plenty of food. The employees are always friendly, the restaurant is clean, and even the bathrooms are well kept. Great spot for a fresh, filling sandwich. Definitely one of my favorites!

Very busy little shop when I stopped in! Sandwich was worth the $12 ! Friendly service! Restaurant…read morehas very little seating but clean!