I am writing this from the restaurant. I had to immediately tell the world how amazing the food…read morewas! I got the sweet and sour chicken. It was incredible. My husband had the meat lovers pizza and said it was so good that it was worth getting it even though it's easy to find gf pizza other places. My son agreed and said this was the best pepperoni pizza he has ever had. my other kids rated the pancakes and waffles 10/10. we enjoyed playing cards while we waited which wasn't a long wait! they have a nice selection of snacks and gf items to purchase. the bakery options and food menu is extensive. We stopped on our way to Ghost Field Ghost town. We might stop on our way home too.

Best gluten free biscuits and gravy that I have had in years!!!! the onion rings and club sandwich…read morewas absolutely incredible! Great vibe!!

If you're looking for a legit, no-frills spot for a really good hot dog or brat, Ted's Hot Dogs is…read moreabsolutely worth checking out. We've been coming here for about five years now, and it's one of those places that just stays consistent. You'll usually see a line, but don't let that scare you off--everything is made fresh right in front of you, so the short wait is part of the experience. What really sets this place apart is the grill. You can watch them cook your hot dog or sausage to order, getting that perfect snap on the casing with nice grill marks. The texture alone makes a big difference--it's crispy on the outside, juicy on the inside, and packed with flavor. They've got a ton of topping options too--probably a dozen or more. Whether you're into sauerkraut, sautéed peppers and onions, chili, or keeping it classic, you can build it exactly how you like it. The sides are solid. The fries are good, and the onion rings are a little different--thinner and softer than most--but still tasty. This isn't necessarily a place we go every week, but when the craving for a really good hot dog hits, this is where we go. It's definitely a local favorite, and you can tell by how many regulars have been coming here for decades. We've also heard they might be opening a location in Gilbert soon, which would be awesome. Overall, great food, fresh off the grill, and always hits the spot.

Ted's is my favorite hot dog spot in the Valley, and it keeps earning that title…read more There's a clear East Coast influence here, down to the details--like bottles of malt vinegar out for self-service, which is perfect over their fries, and Buffalo NY newspaper copies. And those fries are excellent on their own: thin-cut, crisped just right, with bits of potato skin mixed in for texture. The dog lineup is solid, with plenty of variety, but I usually stick with the all-beef frank. Everything's made to order, so there's typically a bit of a wait, but you get a buzzer so you can mind your own business while waiting. The space is a plus too, with plenty of indoor and outdoor seating. On my latest visit, a large group of bicyclists rolled in--some in full hot dog costumes, others in hot dog-print gear. They were all super friendly and cleaned up after themselves and it added to the whole experience. Consistently great food, a peaceful or fun atmosphere, and attention to the little things that matter.

Came here while passing through town & immediately got a table - even thought it seemed busy for a…read moreSaturday at 4:30pm. We took this as a good sign! As someone with dietary restrictions, I was so excited to get vegan cheese bread! The food was absolutely delicious. However, the service was not great. What started as attentive, turned into a long wait just to get more water. At the end of our meal we wanted to try dessert, we ordered but then waited over 20 minutes for a chocolate chip cookie. It was as if the waitress forgot to put the order in. In the end the food was a 5/5, but service a 3/5.

I absolutely love it here and I visit pretty often. I love to visit this location and also the…read morelocation in Sedona. It is great that this place has such an expansive vegan menu. I absolutely love the soups here. Pictured you will see the bean and kale soup. Yummy!! the iced tea is also amazing. The service has always been good at this location and in Sedona. I love sitting on the patio here and this evening, it was great with the misters running ;)

This is one of the best pizzas I've ever had in my life! So I got the protein keto chicken crust…read morebecause I'm gluten-free with the vegan cheese. I got chicken and mushroom for my toppings. I ate the whole thing! The cheese was so amazing. I'm usually very very picky with my vegan cheese and I normally don't even order it at restaurants because it's normally not good. But my goodness this cheese was fantastic. The crust was fantastic and I have to say the sauce was so good! I never eat the whole pizza and I did! My husband ordered like a meat lovers's pizza and he ate the whole thing and my son ordered a cauliflower crust pizza and he ate his pizza. It was fantastic! I highly recommend coming into this place. The vibe is super cool. The service is Amazing, and the menu has something for everyone! I was just very happy that I found a place that I could enjoy. Our waitress Tadem was super nice, professional, and helpful but answering all my questions. We are from out of town so I wish we had this in California. But when I come back here, this is the first place I'm gonna stop by!

Hubby & I had dinner here Friday night. Due to hubby having to work later than normal, I made a…read morereservation for 6:00. We arrived a few minutes early, but were seated right away. All the staff were friendly & welcoming. Our server was prompt to our table. We ordered our usual. Hubby got a beer & I got red sangria. Both were good. We get a full other of the garlic bread without cheese. Their garlic bread is the best garlic bread in AZ! Hubby got the spaghetti with marinara sauce & added 3 meatballs. I got the chicken parmigiana, but on the fettuccine I got Alfredo sauce. All of the food was excellent! The best we have had. The only reason for the 4 stars is all of our empty cups & plates remained on our table until after we left. We even ordered another order of garlic bread to take home after we were done eating, & the dishes remained on the table. I didn't take any pictures since we got the same food I've posted pictures of before.

I haven't visited this place for at least 10 years! If it wasn't for their trivia night, I wouldn't…read morehave remembered how much I missed this place. The fried Brussels and samosas were the perfect combo for dinner. Service was excellent. The manager literally walked around and made sure each table was taken care of. The space is perfect for trivia games and other themed events. The booths are spacious and I could see myself coming back with a book and some snacks or maybe even a cup of tea!

Loving on this place for sure :-) Just know, if you want the "Special of the Day" be there when…read morethey open*** Arriving at 1PM (they opened at 11AM) was not good for me - but the Coconut Curry made for a perfect meal. Excellent Service Miss Ainsley!!! And the great vibes all around. Sitting in the booth was my style and the bus car doors on the wall in multi-color made a perfect backdrop. They offer a rewards program so sign up!

Fun partially hidden bakery located in Chandler next to Zia Records. The bakery is halloween themed…read moreall year, but they did mix in Christmas decorations for December. It was such a unique and interesting vibe. I got the Mexican hot chocolate cookie and the peppermint chocolate chip cookie. Both were delicious! The light hint of cayenne in the Mexican hot chocolate cookie was a great touch, and the texture of the cookie made it feel like you were eating both a cupcake and cookie and the same time. The chocolate peppermint cookie was strong tasting and remememberable, I would definitely recommend it. The bakers and cashiers were extremely nice and conversational. The service was great!

Spooky's Swirls is such a unique bakery, I'm so glad I finally had an opportunity to stop in and…read morecheck them out! They're located in the Paseo Del Oro shopping plaza in Chandler. Lots of parking available, they have all of horror themed baked goods that you can think of! A small/donation based museum is also located inside with a lot of cool, creepy things. They even had ghostbusters playing. So fun! I decided to try two of the cupcakes. One was the Pumpkin Sam which was pumpkin flavored with chai, and it was great. I also tried the Red Death red velvet cupcake that was delicious too! I don't think you can go wrong here. They also had their very first magazine issue for sale that listed spooky things to do in Arizona and included a free cookie coupon! I can't wait to read it and learn about all the creepy things Arizona has to offer. This place is definitely worth checking out!

We visited the Natural History Museum and needed a gluten free lunch option. Il Vinaio is about 1/2…read moremile away from the museum. The owner greeted us warmly and spoke passionately about the menu. We enjoyed interacting with her. We ordered an antelope burger (med rare) with side salad and a gluten free grilled cheese and tomato soup. Both were incredibly satisfying. The food was perfectly prepared and we finished every bite! With such delicious food and wonderfully friendly owner, I was surprised more people weren't beating down the doors to eat at this restaurant! But it does have a dated "old school steakhouse" vibe inside, which isn't exactly the ambiance preferred by our younger generations. We thought it was great, though. Give Il Vinaio a chance! You won't regret it.

We were immediately greeted and seated by Cindy, who I found out was one of the owners. It's kind…read moreof an old school vibe/atmosphere ambience. Kevin was our server and he was fantastic. (I also have a Chihuahua named Kevin, which is besides the point) They source their meat ethically, and the salmon was wild, the salmon is one of the best. I've had --simple grilled perfection. My friend got the pasta Bolognese, which was delicious with tons of meat Next time I come, I want to try the antelope burger, which the owners great care in sourcing as well This is really a surprising gem in Mesa, as I do not come here since I stay in my 5 mile radius of North Scottsdale. Delicious and friendly, I really enjoyed this dinner

The head chef ‍ ice cream baker has a gift and thank you Kira for excellent service. More wordsread more

Best gluten free bake goods. Tasty cupcakes, cookies, cakes and candy. I highly recommend you give…read moreher a try if you're looking for moist and delicious bake goods.

I believe I have been to this shop before but it has been a long time since, so decided to try it…read moreout again as I was in the area. I love a mint smoothie or ice cream, so I opted for that flavor. It definitely tasted on the healthier side, I know they put spirulina in it, and I could taste that flavor, as well as the mint and the cocoa nibs. The cocoa nibs were not blended enough so I had to chew them. I do like that they have a lot of options across the whole menu! They had a lot of healthy treats to choose from. I got an almond bar and it was pretty good. Everything is a bit on the pricier side compared to other shops, but I believe it's all organic which is nice. Kaleidoscope is still my go to, so if I'm on Gilbert road I am most likely going to choose that shop.

A little out of the way, but so worth the stop if you're around! Their vegan food and desserts are…read moresuper clean, fresh, and made with minimal ingredients. I love their AZ Sunrise smoothie--it even comes with cute fruit on top. I tried the macrobiotic salad bowl; it was a bit bland and could use more of the yellow dressing, but it was filling. Now their dessert section is next-level--rich, decadent, and dense, so whatever you pick will be indulgent. Definitely a five-star spot for thoughtful vegan fuel. Wish I lived closer! 050425

Seriously. I recommend all the valleywide Loving Huts- and there a few! Look them up where ever you…read moreare to see if one is near you! The consistency of the menu is spot on at all the Loving Huts. Service is also great. It is always nice to be in a place with like minded people to make you feel so comfortable. Check out Loving Hut- where you can find one!

They have the cutest to-go boxes. I swear that at this location, the vegan food tastes like…read moresunshine. Nothing over-salted, nothing smothered in fake premade condiments, just pure, bright flavors. Save the planet curry with thick rice noodles is still my #1. Delicious and thoughtful. I've seen many come in and have their meal paid for by someone who paid it forward and it's so easy. Come one, come all!