Restaurants

Restaurants

Sips and Grub | Postino’s Bruschetta

October 6, 2009 | By

I had heard tale that a fine little establishment existed just up the road from Central and Camelback, dishing out some famous bruschetta and pouring fine wine late into the evening.

Hula’s Modern Tiki: Pupus, Pork Plates, Mai Tais and More

October 2, 2009 | By

Presenting a snazzy, reinvented example of an older mid-century aesthetic, Hula’s Modern Tiki in Uptown is a welcome addition to not only the neighborhood, but also the entire city.

The Insecure Critic | ‘The Informant!’ a.k.a. How I Survived the Clarendon Parking Lot

September 25, 2009 | By

‘The Informant’ is an intriguing and well-executed period piece, while Gallo Blanco Café offers the best brunch for your money in Phoenix.

New Ideas and Old Buildings: Grand Avenue Adaptive Reuse Tour

September 22, 2009 | By

On Saturday, September 26, a handful of adaptive reuse projects will be highlighted during the Grand Avenue Festival.

Sips and Grub | The Sorrel at Breadfruit

September 15, 2009 | By

While perusing the Breadfruit menu, I felt the urge to enjoy something truly unique. Lucky for this old soul, the wait staff was more than kind to point my hankerin’ stomach towards the Sorrel.

DPJ Yelper of the Week: Chris L. on Petit Fromage

September 8, 2009 | By

Ok, I’m pretty much cheese obsessed. I love it. Can’t get enough of it. Doesn’t mean I’m an expert though. With the limited resources in AZ, haven’t gotten the education I need. So I’d been looking very forward to the opening of Petit Fromage.

Sips and Grub | Pepper-Crusted Flat Iron Steak at St. Francis

September 8, 2009 | By

It was suggested that this night of adventure needed to kick off right. Thus, the lavish, new St. Francis was selected for its holy name, apparently.

Behind the Counter: Lindsay Cates at Stinkweeds

September 7, 2009 | By

Stinkweeds owner Kimber Lanning can often be found in and around the record store, but she relies on a committed staff to keep things humming. One of these people is store manager Lindsay Cates.

St. Francis: Night One

September 5, 2009 | By

A week ahead of its latest opening date extension, last night (Friday, September 4) welcomed the addition of Uptown’s biggest dining anticipation in quite some time: St. Francis.

The Insecure Critic | ‘Juno’ and Delux — Now I Feel Pregnant

September 3, 2009 | By

Today’s combo pack is ‘Juno’ with Ellen Page and Michael Cera and high-end burger joint Delux.