Located in Desert Ridge Marketplace, I checked out The Whining Pig on a Saturday night. Since I…read morelive in the area, I walked over. There is ample parking if you're driving. This beer-focused bar isn't the easiest to find because it's underground down a stairwell. Look for the signage close to the stairwell. Ambiance (3.5/5): We sat at a booth at the bar. It's one of the few seats that have back support (which is important to me due to my old man back). Outside of that, it's all barstool seating with no back support inside. Outside, they have a small patio with chairs. That would be another option for me when the weather cooperates. The decor inside is your typical beer bar decor. Laid back. Comfortable. There's a jukebox. A cool place to grab some brews. Service (3.5/5): Two bartenders were working that evening and they were pretty solid. I did have to grab their attention a few times but no biggie. The Whining Pig has daily specials including a beer and grilled cheese combo on Wednesdays. I was curious on the price. They didn't know nor did they find out. That was a miss. Food (N/A): No food for me on this visit as I had dinner prior. They have a small menu, mostly made up of various grilled cheese sandwiches. They have a classic one, a pizza one, and a few others. I'm a dan of grilled cheese so I'll definitely try one out at some point. They also have charcuterie boards. Drinks (4.5/5): Now for the good stuff! Unlike most beer spots, they also have wine and several cocktails. But when in Rome, so I went with a beer flight. You can choose five beers of your choosing from a list of 40 beers or so. While they don't brew their own beer, they have an interesting selection of local craft beers and European ones. The types of beers you're not going to find at your neighborhood bar, including saisons and sours. The flight is served in a pig shape holder which was pretty funny. Flights are always my go-to when they're offered as they allow you to try out a nice variety. Added bonus: Walk down the hallway past the bathrooms and you'll run into Pigtails---a speakeasy owned by the same folks. That way, you can get both your brews and elevated cocktails fix in the same night.

I've been to this location a couple of times so I'm familiar with how to locate it but each time…read morewhoever I'm meeting can't seem to find it. Look for the bronze sign, look over the hedges, look for the stairs leading downstairs into the outdoor bar patio area, follow the walking map on Yelp! Once you locate it though you find yourself inside this cool bar with tons of beer, ipa, cider & wine options on a chalkboard wall in color coordination to make it easy to choose. If you still can't decide the friendly bar staff will help you out, there are a lot of options. They do have some things on happy hour. Food wise they have a charcuterie board, grilled cheese sandwiches& potato chips. Menu items from Pigtails are also available at the bar. There is a big bar top area and other indoor table seating, patio is shady during the day. I'd recommend this spot if you're out shopping and need a break or if you just want a cool bar to hang out at. If you like ciders the Black Widow -Original Sin cider is very delicious.

I love this restaurant and bar within the Scottsdale Whole Foods. The deal on Thursday is a…read moreburger, fries and beer or wine for $12. Yes...that's right...$12. So I got a Beyond Burger (which is normally $13 alone), fries and a beer. Delicious and a great deal! Only Thursday's at the bar. The Beyond burger was cooked perfectly, served with pickled onion, fresh tomato, lettuce, vegan cheese, and vegan sriracha aioli. Yummy. The fries were fresh and crispy. We also ordered the cauliflower nachos. They were good but had very little sauce on them. We asked for more sauce and the server happily returned with a side of sauce. Excellent service at the register when ordering and excellent service throughout the meal. They have other specials on other nights as well as happy hour deals. This is hands down the best restaurant all around in the area. I did not feel like I was dining in a supermarket. That ambiance was great. I will be back, basically every Thursday for the rest of my life! And then some!

Great place to grab an array of various cultural foods and a surprising number of on tap beers and…read moresit and chill in a casual atmosphere. The bartenders are very helpful in selections. Definetely check out the southeast corner of the store and hang for a few the next time you visit.

Many of our Phoenix friends have recommended this place and we're glad we listened to them. We…read morestopped by a couple weeks ago and had a wonderful first experience. Nice wine selections, delicious bites, and friendly/helpful staff. They offer several wine tasting flights (3-2 oz. pours for $19), as well as by the glass or bottle. There are also several non-alcoholic options, as I was unable to imbibe on this visit. WINE & FOOD: My wife tried three different tasting flights, the Diamond (white wines), the Ruby (red wines), and the Amber (dessert wines). My mother-in-law had a glass of the Moscato D'Asti from Piedmonte, Italy ($13), and I had a non-alcoholic Copenhagen Sparkling Tea ($14) and a Diet Coke ($4). We also tried their Spinach & Artichoke Dip ($15) and the Italian Meatballs ($19) and finished it off with the Lemon Berry Mascarpone Cake ($13). Everything was delicious and all selections were perfect for the wine flights we paired them with. Bottle prices were reasonable, and we left with all three of the dessert wines, and a bottle of the Arneis. NOTE: I heard that the Turquoise Wine Bar Glendale has recently been awarded Wine Spectator's 2026 "Award of Excellence". Whether you live in the Phoenix area or are visiting from out of town, I highly recommend that you check this place out.

We really enjoy our times at Turquoise- the wines they serve are outstanding. We have attended…read moredifferent events, from Comedy Night, winemaker dinners to just bringing friends for a night out. Their patio is wonderful to bring your dogs and they even have 'Barkuterie Boards' for your furry friends. Their food they serve are light bites but you can combine them and have a lovely meal. Their wine club is really nice and there are pickup tasting days monthly. We have met so many nice people here! From the servers to the other customers it feels like family. We highly recommend!

Went in to get out of the. Heat and sample some wines. Great quality feel comfortable space and a…read morestand up tasing bar that felt like a winery . Greeted promptly with a smile and offered the tasting place mat. Tried a sparkling wine, and went on to enjoy several varieties. Naomi was helpful and entertaining. My favorite was the Cabernet . I will be back to try more and enjoy the wonderful service offered by Naomi and the other staff.

We dined as a party of six last night, and unfortunately, the service began on a very negative…read morenote. Two members of our group arrived before the rest of us and were told they could not be seated until the entire party was present. When I arrived and mentioned that I had made the reservation, the hostess responded in a rude and dismissive manner, which immediately created an uncomfortable first impression. The experience continued to feel awkward when the young woman escorting us to our table asked how my day was going. I mentioned that it had been going well until I was spoken to rudely by the hostess, and instead of addressing the situation professionally, she responded coldly and seemed to take offense. Our waitress also came across as abrupt and unfriendly. When our friend asked for another drink, her response was sharp and dismissive. While I understand that drink timing depends on the bar, the way it was communicated was unnecessary and unprofessional. To her credit, she did improve later in the meal, and the dinner ultimately worked out. However, had we not been dining with two other couples, we likely would have left after those early interactions.

Wine flights, charcuterie, and French onion soup are our favorites. Truthfully everything on the…read moremenu is delicious. Staff are attentive, friendly, and helpful. Not a bad seat in the house- indoor and outdoor. Parking has expanded and we've never had an issue. Perfect out of the way spot.

This place is in a high rent, rural neighborhood with no other options for miles away, which I…read morethink has something to do with its popularity. Everything I saw online, and based on the name, gave me the impression it had a nice view of the valley. It doesn't. The view is some bushes in front of it immediately next to the road. The food was just okay. I had the Cubano. The meat was dry and there wasn't enough condiments to overcome it. I was going to ask for some thousand island, but our waiter was more interested in visiting with other staff than being attentive to customers. The chips that came with it (house made?) were pretty basic and added nothing to the meal. Wife liked their house made sangria, so we asked for a bottle to go. It's available on site in a carafe only. I get why it's a local favorite, but it's not worth the drive otherwise.

Very tasty. Miso Black Cod also known as Butterfish in Hawaii. Lots of flavor. Black squid ink…read morepasta.

Marino's Italian Kitchen & Bar is absolutely worth the drive. I came all the way from Tucson just…read moreto experience it, and I'd do it again in a heartbeat. If you have the pleasure of meeting Reid Bosworth, you're in for a treat. His hospitality is unmatched, and the knowledge he shares about the menu makes the entire dining experience even more enjoyable. You can tell he truly cares, and it elevates every bite. The House Focaccia with the Honey Ricotta is an absolute must order. It was so good we couldn't stop reaching for another piece. I'm usually not a red sauce person, but the Vodka Parmigiana completely changed my mind. It was rich, flavorful, and easily one of the best Italian dishes I've had. The Short Rib Ravioli was another standout. It's creative, comforting, and packed with incredible flavor. From the food to the hospitality, everything exceeded my expectations. Marino's is a hidden gem that deserves so much more attention. If you're wondering whether it's worth the trip, I can confidently say it is.

This place is amazing!! Super cozy, but also such a vibe! You can tell the staff here are really…read moregreat. I went for the first time with some pals who are regulars and that made it a super fun experience. They had a DJ set up, the wine list was amazing! Lots of options. I didn't try and snacks, but saw other plates that looked yummy. Fun for a girls night out, date night. Def will be back with more friends!

What a cool spot in downtown Phoenix! Lots of choices to choose from - bubbly, white, orange, and…read morered wines. Kaitlyn was very knowledgeable and helped me on my wine selection. They do have a couple of options for beers for those who aren't wine drinkers.

The server (Candy) was very nice and professional. Food came out fast and temperature appropriate…read morefor each item. Amazing drinks. Have the smoked lemon cello! The Sinatra singer stole the show. We will be back just to watch him and have lemon cello! Five stars and you should definitely go, but note to management: pre-bus, pre-bus, pre-bus. Makes a big difference to the overall experience

Our server was great! Fast and friendly. The bruschetta was the best thing we had. We had the…read moremortadella, prosciutto and caprese. All delicious. This could easily be a 3 star or lower though...savior was it was still nice outside on the patio. Distinct sewage smell and a part missing for the A/C so it was not working great. Sewage smell sure does scare me about the food. Sort of why we did not get entrees.