Epinions Recent Reviews for Phoenix

Phoenix: Phoenix: Why stay?

Tue, 8 Aug 2006 01:55:16 GMT

rating: 3/5 by: Epinions Author Taishan - What can you say about a sweltering desert metropolis that is under constant expansion until it encompasses half a state? I would like to review Phoenix, but in reality, there is no such thing as “Phoenix”. There are so many “suburbs” of Phoenix that...

Phoenix: Phoenix the Sun City --- Not the mythical bird --

Fri, 21 Jan 2005 22:32:50 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author doug2705eads - The Phoenix was a legendary bird that lived in Arabia. The Phoenix consumed itself by fire, and a new Phoenix sprang from it's ashes. In ancient Egypt, the Phoenix represented the heat and life giving properties of the sun. Early Christian tradition...

Phoenix: Spring Training Ballparks and Practice Fields

Mon, 5 Apr 2004 01:30:02 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author vhmorris - This year (2004) we spent four days in the Arizona sun at Spring Training. Our base was Tempe but we went to three separate parks (Peoria, Scottsdale and Phoenix) and four separate minor league practice facilities (Peoria, Scottsdale, Maryvale, Mesa)...

Phoenix: Casinos in the Land of the Desert, the Best and Worst In Arizona

Thu, 12 Jun 2003 15:58:46 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author kparsons13 - Casinos, I have to admit I love them. I wouldn't call myself a compulsive gambler because I honestl...

Phoenix: The Valley of the Sun.... (aka Home)

Sat, 26 Apr 2003 13:06:58 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author itl_velvet - After enjoying this site for some time now (it is truly a valuable resource of information), I have finally decided to begin posting in an effort to show my appreciation and to attempt to give back. If you are looking for a quick, concise summary –...

Phoenix: Fogo E Braza: Green means go, Red means stop, but You won't want to!

Sat, 9 Mar 2002 15:37:06 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author jiwhite - Fogo E Braza Brazilian Steakhouse

4909 E Chandler Blvd

Phoenix, AZ 85044

(Chandler Blvd West of I-10)

(480)783-6060

How we found Fogo E Braza

This weekend, my husband and I noticed a new steakhouse as we...

Phoenix: Fun, fun, fun in the Valley of the Sun

Thu, 19 Jul 2001 19:52:01 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author heckonwheels - Phoenix can be an exceptionally fun and beautiful place to visit. It can also be unbearably hot and has urban sprawl to rival Los Angeles.

Luckily, you came to the right place for I have taken it upon myself to steer you clear of any...

Phoenix: Let's Get Spanish

Wed, 11 Jul 2001 03:35:36 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author davea888 - So, you’re in Phoenix. Maybe you’re a tourist, maybe you’re a native. I’ve been both and now I’m a regular visitor to the Valley of The Sun. If you know much about the Valley, you know that this is a place with a remarkable mix of nightlife and...

Phoenix: Nice Place to Live, wouldn't want to visit there!

Thu, 31 May 2001 03:59:22 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author motivmed - Let me say I am a native Phoenecian. That means I have lived here more than 5 years. Actually I have lived here since 1983 and LOVE IT!. I grew up back east in the Parking Lot state of New Joisey. How did I get to Phoenix. Well I made a wrong turn at...

Phoenix: Ahhh... gimme some of that DRY heat.

Fri, 11 May 2001 06:19:45 GMT

rating: 1/5 by: Epinions Author Vormancian - I put it off and put it off, but finally here it is. I think maybe I have been away from the beast long enough to be somewhat objective. I'm not making any guarantees, but the possibility exists.

I was born and raised in Phoenix. I lived...

Phoenix: hangin with Judy Jetson: the Burton Barr Central Library

Thu, 14 Dec 2000 23:20:18 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author WaltLockley - Geek city, I realize, to review a public library like it’s a tourist attraction.

But you’d like it.

I fell in love with it one afternoon while idling among a sea of desks on the fifth floor reading room. The fifth floor is one...

Phoenix: Paradise Lakes Apartments

Wed, 6 Dec 2000 15:25:08 GMT

rating: 3/5 by: Epinions Author Minstrelette - If you're planning a move to Phoenix or are in need of long-term temporary housing (they offer furnished corporate apartments), here are some things you should know about Oakwood at Paradise Lakes. I've lived here for over 2 years and thought it would...

Phoenix: Art house film fare in Phoenix

Thu, 30 Nov 2000 19:34:50 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author janesbit1 -

Say you’re an eccentric film fan stuck in Phoenix with the arthouse blues again, and you’re not sure where to look. There are only two main places to check out, and neither lie within the official boundaries of Phoenix.

Two major...

Phoenix: Tsing-Wa!

Thu, 30 Nov 2000 02:55:14 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author lecomte1 - When I look for Chinese food I don't give a pickled duck's foot about the authenticity of the menu. Basically I'm looking for good rice and a decent substitute for Mr. Kim's (rest his soul)much mourned hot and sour soup. If I can have those things in a...

Phoenix: Roy's Restaurant: Good enough for Wayne, good enough for me!

Wed, 22 Nov 2000 12:41:44 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author GOkinaka - On a recent business trip to the Phoenix area, we had an informal dinner meeting at Roy's (at the Camelback Esplanade). Roy's is a restaurant that was created by Chef Roy Yamaguchi. His first restaurant was in East Honolulu and was an instant success...

Phoenix: The Maricopa County Jail Cam

Wed, 6 Sep 2000 10:18:46 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author simonyoxall -
Review Topic: Sights & Attractions

Review Topic: Sights & AttractionsYes that's right! Maricopa County and Sheriff Joe Arpaio (the WORLDs toughest sheriff have teamed up to bring you the Maricopa County...

Phoenix: Copper Kettle - When You Gotta Have the Ghee

Sat, 26 Aug 2000 05:15:58 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author lecomte1 - Why a Pakistani vacation is not in my future.

1. Borders on Afghanistan.

2. Endemic Yellow Fever.

3. Bad juju in Kashmir.

4. Punishment by D E A T H.

5. Poor availability of liquor.

6. I have no rupees.

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Phoenix: Phoenix is HOT!

Sun, 30 Jul 2000 22:58:14 GMT

rating: 3/5 by: Epinions Author santonucci - My company just returned from Phoenix for our summer sales meeting. Summer in Arizona is not a good idea. I think Phoenix is about 1 mile from the sun. It was 119 degrees upon arrival. The lowest setting on my oven is 120. You get the idea.
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Phoenix: Spring-training baseball puts you up close

Wed, 21 Jun 2000 14:55:08 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author RonFranscell - If you are a fan who likes a little sun, a little beer and a lot of languid afternoons with your baseball, journey to Phoenix and Tucson for Major League Baseball's spring-training season in March. For the true fan, the thrill of the grass is still...

Phoenix: Phoenix - the Twilight Zone.

Sat, 17 Jun 2000 22:56:13 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author Mavin - When we first went to Tempe, we were on a mission. Our nephew was enrolled at ASU and we timed our visits so that every some months someone in our extended family visited him (only a visual check soothed and reassured his Mom, thousands of miles away)...

Phoenix: The Desert & it's Lakes

Sat, 17 Jun 2000 22:11:44 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author Immikes - Did you realize that Arizona has the most registered boats per capita

in the nation????

Most people when visiting here neglect the opportunity to visit some

of our beautiful lakes......

My favorite would have to be Sahuaro...

Phoenix: Great "Local" places to visit

Sat, 17 Jun 2000 21:25:24 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author Immikes - Hi There....

I've written a few different opinions on Scottsdale and the surrounding

area but I wanted to share a few little out of the way places with you

to help make your visit here much more enjoyable and...

Phoenix: Don't be a typical tourist

Sat, 17 Jun 2000 20:29:38 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author Immikes - Hi All...

I've lived in Scottsdale for over 5 years now and I've found that one

of the biggest mistakes people make when visiting our town is that

they fall into the "tourist traps" so easily.

Old Town Scottsdale...

Phoenix: Phoenix Restaurants: Seven places not to be missed.

Sun, 11 Jun 2000 14:46:16 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author jlogansf - Phoenix isn't exactly known as a culinary destination. But if you visit Phoenix, here are seven restaurants that won't disappoint. All are moderately priced, and feature excellent, well prepared dishes.

Bamboo Club (Biltmore Fashion...

Phoenix: False fronts, lousy airport, great food...

Fri, 9 Jun 2000 16:44:47 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author oakborn - My husband is from Phoenix... so we have been there in most seasons, winter, spring, summer, and fall. We just got back from a trip there for his 20th high school reunion and were reminded clearly why we usually go in the winter. It's June and it's...