Chad’s guidebook

Chad
Chad’s guidebook

Golf Courses You Haven't Thought About

Not to be missed. A great championship length golf course that won't break the bank. Home to Arizona State's golf program. Great patio bar and restaurant to catch a sunset post round. My personal home course.
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Papago Golf Course
5595 E Karsten Wy
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Not to be missed. A great championship length golf course that won't break the bank. Home to Arizona State's golf program. Great patio bar and restaurant to catch a sunset post round. My personal home course.
This short course is an absolute blast. Whether you are new to the game or a scratch golfer, you'll have a great time playing here. Spectacular views of Camelback during the round.
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Mountain Shadows Resort
5445 E Lincoln Dr
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This short course is an absolute blast. Whether you are new to the game or a scratch golfer, you'll have a great time playing here. Spectacular views of Camelback during the round.

Hiking Nearby

My #1 activity in the city. Just a 5 minute drive from the condo. Amazing 360 degree views of the city. The Echo Canyon trail is rated as a moderate to difficult hike. Don't attempt this without proper shoes and be sure to bring plenty of water and sun protection. Those not interested in a full hike can still walk around the base of the trail and enjoy some great views of the mountain.
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Echo Canyon Trail og Frítímalandsvæði
East McDonald Drive
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My #1 activity in the city. Just a 5 minute drive from the condo. Amazing 360 degree views of the city. The Echo Canyon trail is rated as a moderate to difficult hike. Don't attempt this without proper shoes and be sure to bring plenty of water and sun protection. Those not interested in a full hike can still walk around the base of the trail and enjoy some great views of the mountain.
Another fantastic hike just a short drive from the condo, but more moderate than Camelback. No shortage of beautiful scenery. Still be sure to wear proper shoes and bring plenty of water and sun protection.
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Piestewa Peak
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Another fantastic hike just a short drive from the condo, but more moderate than Camelback. No shortage of beautiful scenery. Still be sure to wear proper shoes and bring plenty of water and sun protection.

Best Spring Training

My personal favorite for spring training. Makes for a fun, walkable day in Old Town Scottsdale. Get the lawn seats!
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Scottsdale Stadium
7408 E Osborn Rd
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My personal favorite for spring training. Makes for a fun, walkable day in Old Town Scottsdale. Get the lawn seats!

Neighborhood Overview

The entertainment hotspot. You'll find everything from swanky wine bars and lounges to Vegas style nightclubs. A lot of great restaurants and western shops in the area as well.
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Old Town Scottsdale
3200 N Scottsdale Rd
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The entertainment hotspot. You'll find everything from swanky wine bars and lounges to Vegas style nightclubs. A lot of great restaurants and western shops in the area as well.
Total college town. Mill Avenue is home to many popular bars and restaurants. Fun spot to hang out on ASU game days in the fall.
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South Mill Avenue
South Mill Avenue
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Total college town. Mill Avenue is home to many popular bars and restaurants. Fun spot to hang out on ASU game days in the fall.
Super trendy neighborhood full of restaurants and bars. Great place to bike or walk around. You have everything from local dives and joints to upscale dining.
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Arcadia
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Super trendy neighborhood full of restaurants and bars. Great place to bike or walk around. You have everything from local dives and joints to upscale dining.
Downtown Phoenix has really evolved and become a great place to hang out at hip eateries and cocktail bars. Check out the map for my top choices or you may end up at the wrong spots!
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Downtown Phoenix
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Downtown Phoenix has really evolved and become a great place to hang out at hip eateries and cocktail bars. Check out the map for my top choices or you may end up at the wrong spots!
North Scottsdale is an area that features more upscale restaurants and shopping. Check out areas like Kierland Commons and Scottsdale Quarter.
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North Scottsdale
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North Scottsdale is an area that features more upscale restaurants and shopping. Check out areas like Kierland Commons and Scottsdale Quarter.

Half Day

Fun day trip out by the lake. Get a burger and some classic Arizona Southwest Desert vibes.
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Tortilla Flat
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Fun day trip out by the lake. Get a burger and some classic Arizona Southwest Desert vibes.

Shopping

The most popular shopping location. Upscale, contemporary shopping complex with 200+ brand-name stores, restaurants & a movie theater.
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Scottsdale Fashion Square
7014 E Camelback Rd
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The most popular shopping location. Upscale, contemporary shopping complex with 200+ brand-name stores, restaurants & a movie theater.
Many of the same shops as Scottsdale Fashion, but not as large. Outdoors, so better in the winter than summer!
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Biltmore Fashion Park
2502 E Camelback Rd
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Many of the same shops as Scottsdale Fashion, but not as large. Outdoors, so better in the winter than summer!
Classic big box retail that always makes the list when my international friends visit.
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Target
995 S Cotton Ln
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Classic big box retail that always makes the list when my international friends visit.

Food scene

Historic steakhouse with great western vibes
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The Stockyards Steakhouse
5009 E Washington St
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Historic steakhouse with great western vibes
My personal favorite steakhouse in the city. Upscale and very close. I actually prefer their happy hour because they take reservations and it's a fantastic deal!
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Steak 44
5101 N 44th St
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My personal favorite steakhouse in the city. Upscale and very close. I actually prefer their happy hour because they take reservations and it's a fantastic deal!
Yeah yeah yeah, I hear you. "I'm not going to a raw bar in the middle of the desert." One of my favorite happy hours in town. The "Your Money or Your Life" and the "Diego Rivera" cocktails are my personal favorites.
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Buck & Rider
4225 E Camelback Rd
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Yeah yeah yeah, I hear you. "I'm not going to a raw bar in the middle of the desert." One of my favorite happy hours in town. The "Your Money or Your Life" and the "Diego Rivera" cocktails are my personal favorites.
Awesome wine bar with great atmosphere. Couples will have a blast here. $5 pitchers and glasses of wine at happy hour. Monday and Tuesday after 8pm they run a "Board and Bottle" special where you can get a large board of Bruschetta and a bottle of wine for just $25.
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Postino Arcadia
3939 E Campbell Ave
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Awesome wine bar with great atmosphere. Couples will have a blast here. $5 pitchers and glasses of wine at happy hour. Monday and Tuesday after 8pm they run a "Board and Bottle" special where you can get a large board of Bruschetta and a bottle of wine for just $25.
Great variety of food with good cocktails. Live music on the patio.
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The Vig Arcadia
4041 N 40th St
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Great variety of food with good cocktails. Live music on the patio.
Great pizzas.
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Doughbird
4385 E Indian School Rd
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Great pizzas.
This place practically made the neighborhood what it is today. Cool spot for breakfast and coffee. I like the commuter sandwich. Also a great pizzeria.
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La Grande Orange Grocery & Pizzeria
4410 N 40th St
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This place practically made the neighborhood what it is today. Cool spot for breakfast and coffee. I like the commuter sandwich. Also a great pizzeria.
Popular patio for burgers. The frozen greyhound is a must.
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Ingo's Tasty Food
4502 N 40th St
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Popular patio for burgers. The frozen greyhound is a must.
Great Neapolitan pizzas in a charming old house. Couples will enjoy it here.
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CIBO
603 N 5th Ave
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Great Neapolitan pizzas in a charming old house. Couples will enjoy it here.
Hip spot in an old department store. I get the prosciutto pizza and the martinis are popular.
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Hanny's
40 N 1st St
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Hip spot in an old department store. I get the prosciutto pizza and the martinis are popular.
Healthy eats for when you are feeling a bit guilty!
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Flower Child
100 E Camelback Rd
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Healthy eats for when you are feeling a bit guilty!
Awesome neighborhood brewery with great food. Get a bike and ride the canal straight here!
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O.H.S.O. Eatery & nano-Brewery
4900 E Indian School Rd
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Awesome neighborhood brewery with great food. Get a bike and ride the canal straight here!
Unbelievable handmade pasta made fresh each day. The owner returns to his hometown in Italy in the summer and hand picks his truffles. Not cheap, but worth the splurge.
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Marcellino Ristorante
7114 E Stetson Dr
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Unbelievable handmade pasta made fresh each day. The owner returns to his hometown in Italy in the summer and hand picks his truffles. Not cheap, but worth the splurge.
Pure Chicago. The owner still rings you up. Known for their no-frills sliders.
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Chicago Hamburger Co
3749 E Indian School Rd
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Pure Chicago. The owner still rings you up. Known for their no-frills sliders.
One of my favorite patios and brunch spots when the weather is nice.
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LON’s at The Hermosa Inn
5532 N Palo Cristi Rd
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One of my favorite patios and brunch spots when the weather is nice.
Just a few steps from the condo. Great for baked goods and coffee.
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Essence Bakery Cafe
3830 E Indian School Rd
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Just a few steps from the condo. Great for baked goods and coffee.
Mexican food good enough for former presidents, but don't expect fancy.
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Tee Pee Mexican Food
4144 E Indian School Rd
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Mexican food good enough for former presidents, but don't expect fancy.
Awesome sushi happy hour spot nearby
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Sushiholic
3957 E Camelback Rd
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Awesome sushi happy hour spot nearby
Love this for breakfast. The California Club is a killer breakfast sandwich. The Buzz is a coffee chocolate banana smoothie that is a must.
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d'Lite Healthy On The Go
2613 N Scottsdale Rd
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Love this for breakfast. The California Club is a killer breakfast sandwich. The Buzz is a coffee chocolate banana smoothie that is a must.
They say industrial chic, I say patio. Good spot day or night.
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Chelsea's Kitchen
5040 N 40th St
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They say industrial chic, I say patio. Good spot day or night.
Best burger in town. You've gotta try it!
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The Stand Burgers
3538 E Indian School Rd
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Best burger in town. You've gotta try it!
Hip steakhouse popular for a night out
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Maple & Ash
7135 E Camelback Rd
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Hip steakhouse popular for a night out
Some of the best views in the valley for fine dining. Very popular for couples and groups looking for a nice dinner. Also a great happy hour at the bar if you are looking to stop by and spend a little bit less!
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elements
5700 E McDonald Dr
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Some of the best views in the valley for fine dining. Very popular for couples and groups looking for a nice dinner. Also a great happy hour at the bar if you are looking to stop by and spend a little bit less!