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 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.

Really?? I haven't written a review for the Scottsdale Fashion Square mall yet?? Well here it…read moregoes... So I'm not a huge fan of any mall these days. Save 'em for the teeny boppers, lol. I like that this mall has high end stores but it also has stores for everyone else. There's a food court and a movie theater, too. Some of my favorite stores include Sephora, Lululemon, VS/VS Pink, and Jo Malone. I don't come very often even though it's less than 10 minutes from work. The parking situation is usually a nightmare and the traffic around the mall doesn't help. I feel like it's congested everywhere around the mall all the time. I do stop in once in a great while if I really need something. It's very clean and they are always opening new stores. The food court has a pretty good selection of cuisines, but if you're looking for anything fancy, you won't find it there. If parking was a breeze, I would probably come in more often, but I guess that's a good thing, lol. Happy shopping!

What a lovely plaza to shop, dine, and even get your self-care items. I attended a Yelp Event here…read moreat LATHER in 2023 and I've been frequenting the plaza a few times a year since (another great find thanks to Yelp). Love that they decorate for the holidays and just opened a Salt & Straw! I'll definitely continue to return and keep seeing new shops and eats to try. All the places I've tried have been friendly with a good selection and comparable price points to similar shops. If you are in the area, I'd definitely stop by. My perfect visit would be getting a Watermelon Iced Tea from AJ Fine Foods, Lavender & Pear hand soap/lotion from LATHER, sushi from Sushi Vibe, and end with a delicious treat at Salt & Straw.

Every now and then, it's nice to visit the Uptown Plaza. It's not near my home or work, but it's…read morenot too far from either, and I have friends who live near there. My wife and/or I will occasionally meet friends for a meal, happy hour, or to try out a new restaurant or shop. While some of the older places I used to visit or no longer there, there is still something for everyone and plenty to check out. They also have new restaurants and stores opening up quite regularly. The Uptown Plaza has some great restaurants. They are in general rather casual though some dressier. The Henry and Salt & Straw are probably my favorites, though I am excited for DiMaggio's Italian Restaurant to open soon. You can find the 13 restaurants listed if you go to https://www.uptownplazaphx.com/directory and click on DINING. There are also seven fun shops that are in general casual ones. My favorite stores are AJ's Fine Foods and Road Runner Sports. You can find the 7 restaurants listed if you go to https://www.uptownplazaphx.com/directory and click on SHOPPING. There are also 10 lifestyle services if you go to the same link and click on LIFESTYLE. There are also experiences and events that take place throughout the year. Some example events include the Sounds of the Season and Festive Holiday. Go to https://www.uptownplazaphx.com/events to learn more about upcoming events. Uptown Plaza is also celebrating 70 years since its grand opening in 1955. Stop by https://www.uptownplazaphx.com to sign up for their newsletter for updates and more. You can find a list of all their stores and restaurants as well as a lot of fun history about the Uptown Plaza. If you're looking for good restaurants and shops, definitely stop by!

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.

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.

A definite hidden treasure!!! Quaint little shopping area off Missouri Avenue that has everything…read morefor a one stop shopping experience. Clothing stores, gifts, coffee and sweets, charcuterie items, cookie shop, jewelry, skin care and more!!! And a fabulous cafe and marketplace!!! Outdoor seating spots scattered around. Their own parking lot.

Amazing outdoor little "small business" shopping center. From a cute boutique, to a charcuterie…read moreshop, to a skincare and jewelry store, and a coffee and vintage shop, it's the perfect little area for all your go-tos. The stores are women owned and always have amazing selections. Every business owner is so friendly and makes shopping there even better!

I want to take time to acknowledge Rachel M. , from Arrowhead Towne Center (Dillards). She offered…read moreexceptional service over at the James Avery section. I have purchased many different items from the location. She is knowledgeable about the products and very skilled at making decisions particular to fashion. She is honest throughout the shopping experience, patient and professional at all times. Earlier today I called in to see if there was a certain charm in stock. She was attentive and went above and beyond to ensure that my needs were met. She is an amazing professional and I look forward to working with her in the near future Thank you

This mall needs more benches so the elderly people can have a seat while the wife spends money…read more There's no seating areas very few unless you wanna sit at the food court put some seating in there. Let people sit down and relax and talk and enjoy each other.

Adj: Still Satisfactory and Solid Shopping Site…read more Still a pretty good mall in the Phoenix area. It's technically in Tempe, but it's in the valley so it's all the same, lol... There's so much offered here and really convenient and centrally located. Many different retail stores and restaurants. From clothing to novelty, to toys, shoes, to department stores, it's all here. Plus lots of eateries of all kinds, esp. in the food court area. Several clearance/"outlet" type stores for brand names like Nike too. There are also the movies, a Rainforest Cafe, a Legoland mini-theme-park, plus the Arizona SeaLife Aquarium, so you can definitely spend the whole day here and have so much fun, and find all kinds of goodies that'll lighten your heart and your wallet. Mall staff we saw were working hard at keeping all parts of the mall clean, esp. around the common areas like the bathrooms and emptying out trash cans, etc. at the food court. Individual retail store staff were friendly and helpful too. Overall, a really comprehensive and comfortably curated collection of stores in a clean shopping center environment. Most importantly, you'll get your steps in as this mall is in a vast space and on one floor, so it's quite spread out and you'll do a lot of walking. Thankfully, it's also nicely cool here, perfect for the heat in AZ.

The smell from the dog store is horrid especially in the five below next to it. You can also smell…read moreit from stores far away from it

If you're looking for the mall, isn't it obvious? 3121, it's right there, duh! Between Children's…read moreRehabilitative Services and Dignity Health! ...smh ... Srsly though, this "mall" is closed. Shuttered up. Move along.

I am truly very disappointed in the renovation of the new Park Central Mall, especially the tacky…read moreoverhead white strips, what the h@ll! it looks so unfinished, & tragic to me. And, the lack of shade, esp, upfront where First Watch is, there used to at least be an overhead roof for shade when The Good Egg used to be there, but they took that away. Shade is Vital, here in the hot months!! Duh!!

This mall isn't too big but I like the stores they have. I get all my heels and dresses for big…read moreevents here, needless to say I make the drive for the good prices. Customer service is always good, I have never been treated poorly in ANY of the stores. The mercado area has piñatas, pets, jewelry, phone fixing honestly everything you need is just in that little area I love it !

Such a cool visit. I felt like I time-traveled back to the late 90s--such a nice experience. Lots…read moreof stores. Dressy dress stores! A carousel. Lots for kids to Di! Check it out some time.

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 .

Horrible management at this center. Had an issue with us being one of 2 cars parked next to each…read moreother and each were broken in. Our new clothing and luggage stolen. I tried to tell the management office office lead what happened and they did not want to hear my story. I was basicslly told too bad and that's what happens when you leave your suitcase in view in the car. Of course, I know the risk is mine, but the fact thry had zero sympathy and don't even want to hear about crime in their area is sad. The other car said they had stuff stolen. From the trunk. So sad. I did some calling around and Chandler police confirmed that crime stats are high at this shopping center... so be VERY aware or give elsewhere.