I love coming to MacDonald's Ranch!! Free admission and lots of space for your little ones to roam…read moreand explore. They have a variety of animals you can pet and interact with and horses too. They also have horse back riding! They also have a fun little area what looks like could be out of a western movie. Cute saloon that makes for a fun backdrop for all your instagram flicks. The staff is friendly and the place is well kept. They do charge $15 in October and have a beautiful pumpkin patch as well as a few train rides!

We love MacDonalds Ranch! This is our happy place! We adore the animals in the petting zoo. I…read morerecommend Macdonalds Ranch to all my friends and family because it is such a rare gem in Arizona. The petting zoo is free, but they do accept donations. We enjoy petting the goats, sheep and little ponies. We were especially excited to see 3 baby goats today- they were the cutest. We love supporting this local business- go check them out! You can also hold company events or parties here too! We also love coming here in the fall for their pumpkin patch!

How could anyone not love this place? Yes, Carl's Damaged Pet Warehouse is the actual name and no,…read morethis is not an outlet store where the pets have minor cosmetic imperfections and are 40% off. It's actually a little animal rescue tucked into the backyard of a private property, where you can visit rescued Highland cows, pigs, goats, donkeys, tortoises, ducks, sheep and assorted other members of the Island of Misfit Pets. It's completely free to visit. You stay outside the fence for safety, but you can still pet and feed the animals (and it's okay to get emotionally attached to them!) Sometimes Carl leaves food outside for visitors to hand out to the "damaged pets" or you can bring your own approved snacks like apples, zucchini, carrots and cucumber. Basically a very wholesome BYOS situation. I posted a photo of the full approved-food list so you too can trick some furballs into becoming your new best friends. You can also leave a monetary donation to help with the cost of caring for the animals. You can visit at any time, but remember this IS someone's private property, so obviously be respectful of the home and neighbors.

Finally decided to stop by and feed these cute animals! It was pretty busy when I stopped yesterday…read moreafternoon and many people were there also feeding them. I saw two turkeys, a rooster, ducks, goats, donkeys, a piggy, and a bull. *Free, just follow the posted rules

Great Food, Beautiful Farm, and Such a Relaxing Atmosphere!…read more Really enjoyed my visit to The Farm! This place has such a nice atmosphere, with lots of open space, greenery, and a relaxing country vibe. Definitely a nice change from the typical restaurant. I ordered the half sandwich and soup combo for $19.95. The sandwich came on a nicely toasted baguette with plenty of fresh greens, tomatoes, and other fillings. The bread had a nice crust, and everything tasted fresh and delicious. The soup was a nice addition to the meal. Overall, I was very happy with my lunch. What I really liked about this place was the setting. The homegrown farm gives it a special charm, and there's so much outdoor space to enjoy. It's not often you find a restaurant where you can have a good meal and feel like you're spending time out in the countryside. I could easily spend a couple of hours here just enjoying the surroundings. Great food, beautiful setting, and a very laid-back atmosphere. If you're visiting the Phoenix area, I would definitely recommend stopping by. I'll certainly come back again!

The farm is cool! I live 2 minutes from it so it's cool that…read moreit's close by. We went to the farm breakfast and to be honest, it wasn't worth the amount of money spent for it. The service is really good and the outdoor seating was nice when it's 75°! The orange juice was really good! But the salmon tostada is just too little for $22. Maybe will get something else next time.

Over the years, the Phoenix Zoo has been a special place to go with friends, family, dates, and…read moreeven on my own. I even remember a time when my work brought our entire team for an afternoon of team-building and lunch at the zoo (with the animals, of course) and other times when my wife and I got a behind-the-scenes tour with friends. I have also been there for charity events and special zoo events. While the food at the zoo is fine, the animals are great, and the zoo staff are amazing. This is a great zoo, and I am proud to have been a member off and on over the years. While I am not a member now, I anticipate I will be again sooner than later. The zoo is divided into sections. For the most steps and the longest journey, definitely check out the Desert Discovery Train (and even see the special exhibit Dinosaurs of the Desert). You will even walk near Governor Hunt's Tomb in Papago Park. This section connects to the Africa Trail. This is where I recall feeding giraffes and seeing monkeys and baboons. As you head to the Forest of Uco, you will pass Monkey Village and can take a camel ride. The Forest of Uco is next to the Tropics Trail with the tigers, rhinos, and elephants. Nearby is the Harmony House and the Children's Trail with a petting zoo. And if you go back near the entrance, there is the Arizona Trail. There is just so much to see and one visit won't do you justice! While daily activities include animal encounters, a safari cruiser, a carousel, Scooterpals, tours, scavenger hunts, 4D movies, and play areas, there are also zoo events like Roars & Pours, Spooky Safari, the Zoo and Move 5K, and of course Zoo Lights, which include a Cruise Zoo Lights and a Sensory Friendly Zoo Lights. Some of these events are at night when only a few animals are out, but there are always some animal encounters. Some involve alcohol or food, and others involve creative fundraisers with silent auctions and raffle drawings. Check out the Phoenix Zoo website (https://www.phoenixzoo.org) to learn more about admissions prices, becoming a member, daily activities, programs, events, a zoo map, conservation information, how to give back, and so much more. There is a lot to explore online and even more to explore in person. I highly recommend this zoo!!

Great zoo, loved the kids play areas. A nice selection of…read moreanimals. The only reasons I gave it 4 stars was the forced exit through the gift shop. I get it is a money maker, however those of us with autistic kids know what can easily be a "no" turns into a 30-60 minute exploration of every item, needing to touch everything, and a full blown meltdown. Give people the option to avoid... please.

Amy was wonderful to work with! My son loves animals, and getting to bottle-feed the baby goats and…read morepet and brush the bunnies and other animals was such a special experience for him. The kids absolutely loved it, it was the highlight of the party. Amy was so kind, easygoing, and great with the kids. It was a fantastic experience and I would highly recommend her!

We used Karen's critters for my son's 2nd birthday and it was a hit! We had a bay cow, goats,…read moresheep, bunnies, pigs rabbits! Two hours was more than enough time. Would highly recommend!!

The highlight of our trip to Buckeye! It's $10 to get in and the money is well worth it! The…read morepetting zoo is perfect for any age. There are piggies and goats to greet you when you get there.. if you'd like to feed them, it costs a little bit extra to buy veggies and snackies for them.. but it is worth it! They are so cute and so friendly! They even had tiny baby piggies .. they had some horses, a burro, and a cow. All of them were so friendly!! I highly recommend visiting the farm!

Fun place to take the grandkids! All the animals were friendly and there were a few piglets running…read morearound you also can buy veggies to feed the animals which my grandson enjoyed doing

We stopped by the zoo a few months ago and wanted to give a review of all the amazing animals and…read morethe fantastic staff! We have been here a few time over the years. We love the conservation efforts Wildlife World zoo does and does consistently. They are always trying to improve living quarters for the animals. They always have many toys for the birds, which is so great to see, since exotic birds need lots of metal stimulation. We fed the lorikeets this time around and that was so fun and beautiful. We can't wait until we stop in again for a fun day trip to The Wildlife World Zoo.

Wildlife World Zoo, Aquarium & Safari Park is not a "quick stop" zoo -- it's a full-on adventure…read moreday. First of all, this place is massive. You need time, comfy shoes, and realistic expectations because there is SO much ground to cover. Zoo, aquarium, safari park -- it really does feel like three attractions in one. The aquarium section honestly surprised me. That massive prehistoric-looking fish (looked straight out of a dinosaur era) was unreal. Between the giant tanks and the variety of species, it didn't feel like a small add-on -- it felt like a legit aquarium experience inside the zoo. The animal variety is wild. We saw everything from vibrant macaws perched up high greeting guests, to monkeys lounging in the sun, to antelope practically close enough to admire their horns in detail. The white tiger was stunning, and the big cats pacing in their enclosures definitely command your attention. You're not just looking at one or two showcase animals -- there's a LOT here. It's not super polished or ultra-modern like some major metro zoos, but that's kind of the vibe. It feels expansive, a little rugged, very Arizona. More spread out, less theme-park aesthetic. A couple things to note: it can get warm and it's a lot of walking. Food options are typical park-style fare -- nothing I'd go out of my way for. Pricing can add up with admission and extras, so plan accordingly. Overall, a solid four stars. If you're looking for a full day with serious animal variety -- from aquarium tanks to safari species to big cats -- this place delivers. Just come prepared to explore.

the products tomalchoff farms grows are amazing! we go every year abd get tomatos so my wife can…read moremake her marinara,whick we freeze for the year,always have spaghetti sauce handy. the corn,squash,beets,carrots,and eggs are out of this world. cannot get the freshness in the stores.best in arizona....they also have many other products for sale as well. keep up the great work,tomalchoff farms! steve & maria boudousquie

We try different farms each year, trying to find "the one." This one was okay. It is big and has…read moreplenty to do. A con is that the smaller kid activities is way on the other side from the bigger kid activities so if you have kids of different ages, you have one bored and just hanging until the other is done in their section. The food was decent for the most part. The funnel cake bites, turkey leg, and kettle corn were good. The elote corn was eh. The food was decently priced. To get in is $20 each which to me, is a little pricey. There should be kid pricing in my opinion. Parking is ok. They did let a car in front of us hold the line up to wait for a car to leave but when we tried to do it, they made us move. Understandable but rules should be the same for everyone. Most staff was nice. On the way out, they asked about taking a family photo. We declined. My son was on the props I guess (it wasn't labeled and no one was there taking pictures) and one staff was like "this is where we take our pictures just so you know." That was interesting. Maybe post a sign. Not my top pick, but it was a decent time.

Really good experience for a backyard birthday! Animals were a great hit and it was a very easy…read moreprocess. Would highly recommend!

Petting farm for prisoners! St Clare of Assisi Catholic…read moreChurch provided a visit from Carter's Petting Farm for some of the women inmates at Arizona state Perryville Women's Prison. It was an AMAZING event. Carters staff worked diligently with the prison staff to make it happen. Zane Malouk was the animal handler and was efficient, careful, respectful, enthusiastic, entertaining and educational. The animals were delightful. They all seemed happy, relaxed, friendly and fun.

I had the absolute pleasure of working with Eva Johanson. She helped me organize and pack just…read morebefore my big move. Eva set out a plan, stuck to it; and completed my most tedious job. I had been procrastinating and she quickly got me motivated. I will forever be grateful for her assistance.

Wanted to get some unique gifts for Christmas and Anniversary that were going to take some time to…read morefind and arrange delivery. I was able to give StatTask a style and general idea of what I was looking for and they delivered exactly what I was looking for. They even were able to stage the wine barrel with flowers and a bottle of wine for an amazing suprise! Very professional and great communication.