Pete’s guidebook
Baseball
Sloan Park
2330 W Rio Salado PkwyChicago Cubs
Hohokam Stadium
1235 N Center StOakland A's
Tempe Diablo Stadium
2200 W Alameda DrCalifornia Angels
Scottsdale Stadium
7408 E Osborn RdSan Francisco Giants
Salt River Fields at Talking Stick
7555 N Pima RdAZ Diamondbacks and Colorado Rockies
Food scene
Red White and Brew
6740 East McDowell RoadMust try the baked onion soup
Sushi Kee's
6825 E Main StPersonal favorite sushi in the area
D'Vine Bistro & Wine Bar - Mesa
2837 N Power RdWine Bar
Pacino's Restaurant
2831 N Power RdAl Pacino themed Italian food restaurant
Sunnyside Breakfast Lounge
2823 N Power RdWhen you don't want to make breakfast
Have drinks and fun times at The Monastery, where you can play sand volleyball and cook your own burgers while watching the game.
15 locals recommend
The Monastery
4810 E McKellips RdHave drinks and fun times at The Monastery, where you can play sand volleyball and cook your own burgers while watching the game.
Steak and Stone Steakhouse & BBQ
2613 N Thunderbird CirMy mouth waters thinking about those steaks
Outback Steakhouse
1650 S Clearview AveGotta love that "Alice Springs Chicken"
Barro's Pizza
6663 East McDowell RoadLocal delivery
Chili's Grill & Bar
6648 E McKellips RdYou know Chili's.
Tell my good friend manager John W. that I sent you and receive a 10% discount off your bill less alcohol.
Buffalo Wild Wings
6560 East Superstition Springs BoulevardTell my good friend manager John W. that I sent you and receive a 10% discount off your bill less alcohol.
Original owner from Chicago and he brought his recipe with him. No one else does deep dish Chicago pizza like them here in the Valley.
Salerno's
3921 E Guadalupe RdOriginal owner from Chicago and he brought his recipe with him. No one else does deep dish Chicago pizza like them here in the Valley.
Another original from Chicago...hot dogs, Italian beef and everything else.
47 locals recommend
Portillo's Hot Dogs
65 S McClintock DrAnother original from Chicago...hot dogs, Italian beef and everything else.
Who doesn't like spicy salsa? Tell manager John I sent you and receive 10% off your bill less alcohol.
26 locals recommend
Los Dos Molinos
1044 E Camelback RdWho doesn't like spicy salsa? Tell manager John I sent you and receive 10% off your bill less alcohol.
MOD Pizza
4280 E Indian School RdUnlimited toppings
Venezia's Pizzeria
5057 E McKellips RdNew York style thin crust
Starbucks
4409 E McKellips RdClosest Starbucks
The Human Bean
29 S Power RdFor those that don't like burnt coffee
Echo 5 Sports Pub
2855 N Power RdNearby sports bar
Kneaders Bakery & Cafe
6611 E McDowell RdFresh baked breads and treats
Good food, drinks, and golf...perfect for families, friends or corporate events
179 locals recommend
Topgolf
1689 S Santan Village PkwyGood food, drinks, and golf...perfect for families, friends or corporate events
Dutch Bros
1960 E McKellips RdHuge drink menu, Teens live for this place
5 R Cha Thai Bistro
2011 N Recker RdAsian food delivery
On The Border Mexican Grill & Cantina
1710 S Power RdDine in Mexican food
Lucky Lou's
1929 North Power RoadBar food
Zushi Japanese Bistro
6727 E McDowell RdComparable to a Benihana restaurant
P.F. Chang's
7135 E Camelback RdMongolian beef is awesome
Red Robin Gourmet Burgers and Brews
6632 E Superstition Springs BlvdBurgers anyone?
BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse
6622 E Superstition Springs BlvdLocally brewed craft beers
So you like dogs? Canine themed restaurant with awesome food/drinks.
13 locals recommend
Uncle Bear's Grill & Tap
9053 E Baseline RdSo you like dogs? Canine themed restaurant with awesome food/drinks.
Backyard Taco - Mesa North
1524 E University DrSimply the best burrito stand in AZ, enough said
Oregano's Pizza Bistro
6821 E Superstition Springs BlvdHuge portions...you won't leave hungry
Nando's Mexican Cafe
6715 E McDowell RdDine in Mexican food, margaritas anyone?
Applebee's Grill + Bar
2180 E Baseline RdYou know Applebees...
Sightseeing
Wind Cave Trailhead
Wind Cave DriveHiking, views, great exercise
Saguaro Lake
Boat rentals, fishing, dining
OdySea Aquarium
9500 East Vía de VenturaAquarium in the desert
Phoenix Zoo
455 North Galvin ParkwayCan you spot an actual animal?
Canyon Lake Marina and Campground
16802 AZ-88Fishing, boat rentals and dining
Did you know that the British owned an airfield in Mesa to train their pilots? Learn about it here.
24 locals recommend
Commemorative Air Force Museum
2017 N Greenfield RdDid you know that the British owned an airfield in Mesa to train their pilots? Learn about it here.
Barrett Jackson Pro Em
9489-9523 E Westworld WayThe place to buy your next car
Papago Park
625 N Galvin PkwyWhen you don't want to go to the gym yet get a workout
See the huge fountain and go shopping and dining. Town has a very California desert feel to it.
72 locals recommend
Fountain Hills
See the huge fountain and go shopping and dining. Town has a very California desert feel to it.
Two Wheel Jones Bicycles
2837 N Power RdLocal bike rental shop
Tortilla Flat
Challenging mountain drive for a bowl of chili.
Usery Mountain Regional Park
3939 N Usery Pass RdMore hiking
Stay cool in Arizona's sweltering summer weather. The large, comfortable innertubes float gently down the Salt River without steering or rowing.
242 locals recommend
Salt River Tubing
9200 North Bush HighwayStay cool in Arizona's sweltering summer weather. The large, comfortable innertubes float gently down the Salt River without steering or rowing.
Four Peaks Wilderness Area
4 Peaks RoadWant to get really high up in the mountains?
Uptown Jungle Fun Park
5741 E McKellips RdAll about the kids!
Golf
Las Sendas Golf Club
7555 E Eagle Crest DrVery tough course
We-Ko-Pa Golf Club
18200 Wekopa WayYep even tougher, target golf
Longbow Golf Club
5601 E Longbow PkwyLocals favorite, sneaky long
Red Mountain Ranch Country Club
6425 E Teton CirPete Dye designed golf course
Dinosaur Mountain Golf Course at Gold Canyon Golf Resort
6100 S Kings Ranch RdViews, views, views
Home of the Waste Management Open and the infamous 16th hole.
332 locals recommend
TPC Scottsdale - Champions Course
8243 E Bell RdHome of the Waste Management Open and the infamous 16th hole.
Arizona Golf Resort & Event Center
425 S Power RdEasier course designed to make you feel good about your game.
Painted Mountain Golf Resort
6210 E McKellips Rd"Executive" course
Casino
Casino Arizona
524 N 92nd StFort McDowell Casino
10438 N Fort McDowell RdNot a casino but local "Off Track Betting" location...Bet the ponies and have a sandwich and a Budweiser.
R.T. O'Sullivan's Sports Bar & Grill
6646 E Superstition Springs BlvdNot a casino but local "Off Track Betting" location...Bet the ponies and have a sandwich and a Budweiser.
Casino Arizona at Talking Stick Resort
9800 Talking Stick WayUniversity
Arizona State University
1151 South Forest AvenueAlways fun to be had on Mill Avenue
Airport
Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport
3400 E Sky Harbor Blvd25 minutes away
Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport
6033 S Sossaman Rd15 minutes away