Masonry Magazine February 1997 Page. 15
Phoenix at Night
Phoenix has a wide variety of night spots to unwind after a long day of attending educational programs and exhibits.
For those of you who want to rock the night away, Longwong's (701 S. Mill ave., Tempe) is where the Gin Blossoms got their start (and occasionally return to play unannounced). The Martini Ranch (7295 E. Stetson Drive, Scottsdale) has taken the Southwest concept of ranching to an all together new level with hot live bands. For the Achy-Breaky crowd who need to experience the two step experience, Cheyenne Cattle Co. (455 N. Third St., Arizona Ctr., Phoenix) or Graham Central Station (43rd Ave. & Indian School Road, Phoenix) and join the live dancing or just relax and tap your toes. You can escape the city lights with a scenic drive out to a cowboy steak dinner and an evening of country swing at Pinnancle Peak Patio (10426 E. Tomax Road, Scottsdale).
If Jazz and Blues is your thing, then start with Timothy's (6335 N. 16th Street, Phoenix) or Melody Lounge (Curry & Scottsdale Roads, Tempe). If you're hungry for good food and good sounds, The All Jazz Cafe (1906 E. Camelback road, Phoenix) will satisfy both appetites.
If you prefer your tunes with a funkier beat or down and dirty, The Rhythm Room (1019 E. Indian School Road, Phoenix) and Char's Has The Blues (4631 Ν. 7th Ave., Phoenix) offer solid helpings of Chicago blues.
Or if you just want to find a great place to take in a game, America's Original Sports Bar (455 N. 3rd Street, Arizona Center, Phoenix), and McKenna's (100 W. Clarendon Ave., Phoenix) and Majerle's Sports Grill (24 N. 2nd St., Phoenix) are notable establishments with spirited crowds.
Restaurant Suggestions
# Phoenix
Aunt Chilada's
A fun place to go for great Mexican food and Margaritas! Mexican decor inside with lots of character and style. Outdoor dining on the patio.
Cuisine-Mexican
Dress-Casual
Telephone-944-1286
Different Point of View
Mountaintop dining with a panoramic view, gourmet entrees and vintage wines served in elegant surroundings, make this the ultimate dining experience. Classic and imaginative dishes are heightened by the many varieties of fresh-from the garden herbs.
Cuisine-Continental
Dress-Semi-formal: jackets are required during winter months
Telephone-866-7500
The Fish Market
This local favorite features informal dining, imaginatively prepared fresh seafood including just about everything that swims or scuttles under the sea, and terrific pastas.
Cuisine-Seafood
Dress-Informal
Telephone-277-3474
Hops Brewery
A truly wonderful upscale experience all around. Combine gourmet pasta, brick oven baked pizza, and home grown brew from its micro-brewery and you get Hops Bistro, one of Scottsdale's most popular restaurants. Great place to sit outside. Bottoms up!
Cuisine-Italian/New America
Dess-Casual
Telephone-468-0500
Steamers
Freshest seafood in Phoenix, flown in daily from both coasts. This restaurant features regional New England specialties include Fire and Ice Salmon, Stuffed Crown of Prawns and Ahi Tuna.
Cuisine-Seafood
Dress-Casual
Telephone-956-3631
# Scottsdale
Aldo Baldo
Located in Scottsdale Fashion Square. Offers several different pastas and sauces made fresh daily, sandwiches, salads, seafood and poultry.
Cuisine-Italian
Dress-Casual
Telephone-994-0062
Diamondback Steak House
Serves tasty chuck-wagon fare. T-bone steak, New York Strip-Sirloin and Prime Rib all pack a beefy punch.
Cuisine-Steaks
Dress-Casual
Telephone-502-0815
La Hacienda
A beautiful four star restaurant located in one of Scottsdale's premiere resorts, serves some of the Valley's most delicious and authentic Mexican cuisine. A festive atmosphere with strolling mariachis entertain you, providing a memorable experience.
Cuisine-Mexican
Dress-Resort wear
Telephone-585-4848
Ruth's Chris Steak House
Not for the faint-hearted. Specializes in massive, prime-grade steaks sizzled in butter and cooked at scorchingly high temperatures.
Cuisine-Steaks
Dress-Informal
Telephone-991-5988
Sfuzzi
A stunning Northern Italian eatery, featuring dynamite wood-fired thin crust pizzas, pastas, a wonderful grilled salmon and desserts that'll have your diet looking the other way.
Cuisine-Italian
Dress-Casual
Telephone-946-9777
Tutto
Cool, contemporary and casually chic, Tutto brings flair to Italian fare. High-quality pizza, pasta and excellent entrees fashioned from rabbit, veal and lamb.
Cuisine-Italian
Dress-Casual
Telephone-949-9101
Z-Tejas Grill
Comfortable spot with anything but everyday decor. Dishes are an on the edge mixture of Southern, Tex-Mex, New Mexico, Arizona and California styles. Stand out selections include Sante Fe Roll and smoked pork tenderloin appetizers, com chowder, a stuffed beef tenderloin, wick Voo doo Tuna and an Ancho chili Fudge Pie.
Cuisine-South Western
Dress-Casual
Telephone-946-4171
# Cave Creek and Carefree
Horny Toad
The place vaguely resembles a falling-down miner's shack, which is to say it's rustic in a big way. Of course, rugged decor may be a large part of the Toad's appeal, which attracts many visitors who have come to see real live cowboys and locals who do their darndest to play the part. Then again, most everybody like the steaks, the fried chicken, and the barbecued ribs (a Toad Specialty).
Cuisine-American/Western
Dress-Casual
Telephone-488-1906