The Crescent Ballroom, one of our 100 best places in downtown Phoenix

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When you get off the Van Buren light rail station and head west you may pass by the Crescent Ballroom and Lounge.  If it’s after 5:00 you just may want to stop by for a bite, beverage and music. The Crescent Ballroom is the brainchild of music promoter Charlie Levy. Levy says he wanted to [...]

Places to go in Downtown Phoenix, The Breadfruit and Rum Bar

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Sometimes you walk into a place and feel the “something right” about it. The Breadfruit always gives me that feeling. In a mix of wood, large quantities of rum, low comfortable seating and lots of conversations; The Breadfruit welcomes its visitors with warmth and energy. I came in on the Rum Bar side tonight verses [...]

Pita Jungle is a favorite lunch spot in downtown Phoenix

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Pita Jungle is a relative newbie to the downtown lunch scene. Located in the Roosevelt Historic District, PJ became a local’s favorite seemingly over night. Perhaps the opened beam, loft-like feel of the place touched into the soul of the historic district residents. Maybe it’s the reasonably priced food, the Pita Jungle name, the excellent [...]

Portlands Restaurant is a great place in downtown Phoenix

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I arrived at Portland’s a little before the lunch hour to have a sit down with owner Dylan Bethge. Unlike many privately owned downtown restaurants, Portland’s exudes an upscale richness rather than downtown funk. Dark woods and deep color schemes invite a feeling that this is a deal-making hangout… a bit like Victor’s in the [...]

The Phoenix Downtown Deli is a top lunch spot in Phoenix AZ

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The Downtown Deli is Phoenix AZ offers more than great deli style food, it grants visitors a view of Phoenix’s olden days. For over 50 years and under a few name changes, the family owned Downtown Deli has been serving up consistently good food. JIm is the owner and comes by his job honestly… it’s [...]

Pane Bianco a top place to go for lunch in Phoenix AZ

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Few cities in the world lay claim to a best restaurant in the US title. Phoenix has Pizzeria Bianco. We also have Pane Bianco, the take out lunch and dinner restaurant from Pizzeria Bianco’s owner, Chris Bianco. Pane Bianco, located in uptown Phoenix by Lux Coffee, easily won a seat on our list of best [...]

Sens Asian Tapas is a great place to do in downtown Phoenix

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When we created our 100 things to do and places to go in downtown Phoenix, Sens Asian Tapas was definitely on the short list of great restaurants. When I want to wow an out of town guest with an unexpectedly great dining experience, I know Sens will deliver. Owner and Chef Johnny Chu has a [...]

Seamus McCaffreys is One of The Best Bars in Downtown Phoenix

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If you take a trip up Central to Monroe and head a bit west you’ll arrive at one of downtown Phoenix most cherished Irish Pubs, Seamus McCaffrey’s. Seamus McCaffrey’s is owned by long time friends Frank and Andy. They have created a real neighborhood pub with traditional Irish food, a great selection of imported draught [...]

Majerles Sports Grill a top sports bar and restaurant

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For nearly 20 years, Majerle’s sports bar and restaurant has been a downtown locals favorite.  Located at 2nd Street and Washington, Majerle’s is the place to catch a burger and beer before a Suns, Dbacks or Mercury game. It is also our favorite place to stop by after the game while waiting for traffic to [...]

Raidate Phx Meets Tonight at Pita Jungle in Downtown Phoenix

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Raidate Phx kicks off the New Year with a gathering in the Roosevelt historic neighborhood at the new Pita Jungle. Pita Jungle is located in the historic Gold Spot building at 3rd Ave and Roosevelt On topic for the event we’ll hear from owner/Downtown resident Andreane Esclapez about her quest to find the perfect home [...]