Every now and then, it's nice to stroll through the Biltmore Fashion Park. My wife and I…read moreoccasionally make it to a meal or to shop or even play at the Biltmore (or yes, a stroll). I also sometimes meet up with friends or family or even head there on my own. There's something for everyone and plenty to see and do; however, some of my favorite stores and restaurants have closed and been replaced over the years. It also happens to be where my wife and I had our first date! The Biltmore Fashion Park is known for some great restaurants. While there are some upscale and casual restaurants there, my favorites include Seasons 52 or True Food for a good meal and Frost a Gelato Shoppe for dessert. I really enjoy having several Fox restaurants at the Biltmore. There are also many other restaurants in the area. Several of the restaurants have great happy hours, too. I miss the Crepe Club though several other restaurants have opened since then. There are also plenty of shops from upscale shops to more casual ones like Lululemon and Sakes 5th Avenue. There are fancy clothing stores that my wife may enjoy though I typically enjoy the nice courtyard or seating outside some of the stores while she shops. Then, we grab a bite somewhere together. I miss the Apple Store and Sharper Image but look forward to what is opened next. There are also experiences from the Sip & Stroll (where you can enjoy a beverage from one of six restaurants and then walk around), meet-up with the Phoenix Run Club, the Art Walk, the Swiftie Liftie Outdoor Workout Class, or one of a number of galas or special events. Find more details on what is coming up at the Biltmore Fashion Park at https://www.reddevelopment.com/biltmore-fashion-park/events. While stores and restaurant hours may vary, the hours are typically 10 AM to 8 PM daily except for Sundays from 12 Noon to 6 PM. There is plenty of free parking around the Biltmore Fashion Park along with valet options. You can read more about the Biltmore Fashion Park at https://www.reddevelopment.com/biltmore-fashion-park/visit. There is also a mall map on there along with a listing of activities and experiences with events.

Went up from San Tan Valley for a well publicized "Yappy Hour" apparently held monthly in the mall…read morecourtyard. What fun even though it was 90 minute drive for me. Decent parking and I found a close handicapped space for the van. Event started promptly at 5:30. A few vendors including our very own Yelp Elite Event spot in Gilbert -Pixie sticks. They had a nice boutique there with an assortment of their items for sale. Joining them with booths were PetSmart (pup cups), a couple dog rescue orgs, and a Halloween photographer. There was also great music and really good cash bar making some excellent cocktails. It was a free event. The cocktails were $9 apiece... decent value. Topped it off with dinner at ZinBurger before I left. There's a few great restaurants up there, so will probably back despite the long drive.

Scottsdale Fashion Square has always held a special place in my heart. I've been coming here since…read moreI was young, and it's been so fun watching the mall evolve throughout the years while continuing to feel like one of Scottsdale's signature destinations. What I love most is the incredible variety. There's an impressive collection of upscale shops and luxury retailers, along with plenty of familiar favorites, boutiques, beauty destinations, and everything in between. Whether I'm browsing the latest designer pieces, treating myself to something special, or simply enjoying a little retail therapy, there's always something that catches my eye. The dining scene is another major highlight. There are so many amazing restaurants and places to grab a bite, making it easy to turn a shopping trip into an entire afternoon or evening out. I love that you can come for a little shopping and end up staying for dinner, drinks, or dessert. The mall itself has that polished Scottsdale atmosphere that makes the experience feel elevated, and there's always a sense of energy and sophistication without it feeling overly formal. It has changed quite a bit since I was younger, but somehow it has maintained the charm that keeps me coming back. If there's one consistent downside, it's the parking. Depending on the day and time, navigating the parking areas can be frustrating, and finding a convenient spot can definitely require some patience. Still, after all these years, Scottsdale Fashion Square remains one of my favorite places to shop, dine, browse, and simply enjoy the Scottsdale experience. It's nostalgic for me, but it continues to offer something new every time I visit.

Scottsdale Fashion Square plaza was the place to be on Labor Day. One of the underground free…read moreparking garages was packed with cars looking for spaces. We got lucky and found a space right away. The escalator going up and down was out of service. The two elevators were operational so all was good. The plaza features many familiar named stores, a Harkins Theater, food court, sit down restaurants, high end designer stores and many boutiques. Stairs and escalators will take you to various floors. Clean restrooms are scattered throughout the plaza. Be ready to shop until you drop. You'll also find valet parking and WiFi in the plaza.

Very nice mall in Chandler Arizona! I came here on a recent trip to AZ, and found some great deals…read more! The mall was not crowded and has a very peaceful vibe. I will definitely come back next time I visit!

The perfect stop when you're hitting Phoenix ! Had a blast…read moreat puma , asics , converse & Nike outlets . After a few laps of the strip - you've got your steps in for the day already .

It was a marvelous day to stroll the Kierland Commons. Not only could you shop, but you could…read morealso enjoy a weekend art and wine show. We chose to park across the street, which was probably smart. A lot at Kierland Commons was overflowing with drivers looking for parking spaces. The Kierland Commons offers upscale shopping and plenty of restaurants to feed your belly. Parking was at a premium today. They also have valet parking if you decide to use that service. Wi-Fi in many of the stores there.

I am extremely disappointed with how this incident was handled by Kierland Commons Security…read moreManager, Mark Kea. After my vehicle was involved in a hit-and-run in the Kierland Commons parking lot, by a member of the cleaning staff, I left Mr. Kea a voicemail on Saturday, July 18, requesting a return call regarding the incident. Unfortunately, I never received a response. As someone who works at Kierland Commons, I expected a higher level of professionalism, communication, and concern. Instead, I had to flag down an employee driving a golf cart just to locate the security office myself. The lack of follow-up and assistance during a situation involving property damage is unacceptable. Additionally, the parking lot design is extremely narrow, making it difficult to navigate safely and increasing the risk of accidents. I hope Kierland Commons takes both customer and employee safety more seriously and improves its response to incidents like this in the future.

I've been shopping at Poor Little Rich Girl for over 15 years. I started at the original Indian…read moreSchool store and have been coming to the 16th St & Bethany location since it opened. I'm not exaggerating when I say at least 90% of my wardrobe comes from here. It is where I go to buy outfits for everything: dates, work, travel, my own baby shower :) Every visit feels like someone with good taste went through the racks first. One of my favorite things is that the store is organized by color. Consignment shops can feel overwhelming and disorganized, but here it's easy to browse and actually find what you're looking for. Even better are the people. Emily and Claire have gotten to know my style over the years and pull things they know I'll love. When I ask for an honest opinion, I get one, and it's always genuine. I've been bringing my son in since he was a baby, and he loves it there too :) They remember him, ask about him, and make him feel welcome. After all this time they feel less like store employees and more like friends I get to visit with when I go in. Going to Poor Little Rich Girl is something I genuinely look forward to, never a chore. I'm so glad this store exists and as much as I would like to keep it a secret...you should go!

I have been coming to PLRG since 2017. There have been many times where I felt like their buying…read moredidn't make any sense. For example, I had brought in a beautiful Thierry Mugler blazer with hardly any wear. They denied taking it. I sold it independently and quickly for over 300. Now the latest thing they did, was sell a luxury item to a reseller that commented while they were closed. I then called several times in the morning, exactly when they opened, to be told the item just sold over Instagram. They never used to prioritize Instagram comments over buyers calling into the store. Several times in past years, people would comment on instagram first while they were CLOSED, and I would call in first thing to be sold the item. Then they want to claim this was never a thing lol trying to gaslight me when I had bought many items in the past by phone. To top it off, it was to a reseller lol. They dont care how loyal you've been to them. I've spent so much money over the years but this last incident was the final straw for me. There's better thrift stores around the valley, save yourself the trouble. They don't value long term customers. Edited to add: because of this recent issue that I brought up to them, they were so petty to block me on their Instagram. I never swore at them or anything lol. Avoid this business. Dawn is so incredibly unprofessional and petty to block a customer thats been shopping w them for 9 years. Not a good look at all. Edited yet again as a response to Cat: Cat, that number was not mine any longer as when I came in and was informed of the text received by my old number, I PROFUSELY apologized and updated my phone number with my NEW NUMBER. To be accused of something I never did and would never do only makes you continue to look bad. Why would I say whatever u accused me of saying for a pick up order? Please stop the wrongful accusations wow I am really shocked and disappointed by you. I do not cuss at people or say nasty things to them. It does not align with my character. I wish you well Cat, you seem to need the help for your own personal biases or issues you have towards me.

The Merchantile of Scottsdale is such a little treasure! I discovered by way of a coworker who…read morebrought me to the Bright Side Cafe, which you will find in the back of the store. Inside this amazing local shop are all kinds of handmade goodies, from clothing to accessories, and everything in-between! It's a spot where local artisans get to showcase their products and sell them at reasonable prices. My latest purchase was a set of cute turquoise cactus earrings that I've had my eyes on for a while now. They're adorable!! There are hats, shirts, diffuser oils/scents for your car, lotions, candles, and many unique things you can gift to people out of state. The variety is so good here! The staff is always friendly and never pushy. Parking is not usually a problem as the side streets are usually not packed unless there's an event going on. Go out and support this sweet local business! I highly recommend it!

I don't live far from here. However, until I had friends visiting from out of town I had never…read morestopped in to this place. It is like a brick and mortar Etsy shop for local Arizona items. There is candles, clothing, artwork, gifts and even a coffee shop in the back. All the people were friendly and helpful. This is a great place to stop for that unique local item.

Cute boutique with women's and baby clothes, gifts, jewelry, wellness items, packaged food items…read moreand so much more. Something for everyone!! A lot of local handmade goods and things from all over the world as well. Such beautiful and unique merchandise. Nicest, most helpful staff always!!!

You will find Local Nomad in the Uptown Plaza. This is a nice store with handmade goods. They…read morecarry baby goods, cute souvenirs, jewelry and gifts. Staff were welcoming and nice. Shared parking lot.

Desert Ridge Marketplace is a huge shopping plaza with businesses and many restaurants to choose…read morefrom. Today at the Marketplace, I visited Cafe Zupas. Traffic was low and it was easy to find a parking space. There's Wi-Fi in the center and plenty of parking.

I love this mall. It has a lot of stores along with a water fountain and a water area where kids go…read moreand play in. There is a great variety of stores and restaurants to choose to spend your money with as well. I also saw two different security officers while I was shopping. You will definitely find what you're looking for whether it's happy hour at a bar or restaurant, a movie at AMC, a comedy show at Improv or clothes or make up.

This little world of its own is amazing. There are so many cool shops and architecture that makes…read moreit feel like...not a mall. My advice however is this place is a traffic hole/nightmare on the side of B&N. There are literally so many people and cars on weekend days it makes you wish you lived in another city, especially if you moved here to get away from the noise of where you left. High traffic, loud stereos and tons of people in midlife crisis. I get it, you have put a lot of money in to the engine of your fartbike. Be ready to spend more time here on weekends than you wanted to.

This is a nice shopping mall, to an extent. I'm not sure who came up with the idea of an outdoor…read moremall in Arizona, but it can be nice from October to March, then it becomes unbearable. Decent selection of stores, but not too many good restaurants, mainly overpriced chains. There's also an underlying snotty vibe at this mall. It's got Scottsdale vibes but none of the actual glam of Scottsdale. I prefer Chandler mall but will go here when needed. It can be pretty at night time, but it's usually decently hard to find parking.

Retail Therapy AZ is located in the Roosevelt row area of Phoenix. I have visited their Tempe…read morebranch store as well. This is a great opportunity to see handmade goods by approximately 50 different vendors. You'll find crochet animals, stickers, clothing, jewelry, edibles, and much more. Staff were friendly and nice. After perusing the goods, I decided on a pair of earrings that I had seen. Naturally, they were on the bottom near the ground. Probably not the best place to display them, but I found them anyway. A fun find. Free street in meter parking in the area.

Cute shop downtown Between the Herberger theater and symphony hall. Great place to grab az gifts or…read morecute jewelry and hats. It hosts multiple vendors with handmade souvenirs