EXPLORE THE STOCKYARDS—Steak. The area’s cattleranching history is celebrated here: tastefully, in murals and old black-and-white photos, and tastily, in timeless steaks with updated treatments like whiskey-peppercorn sauce. Look up to pressed-tin ceilings, down to polished-wood floors, and ahead to the swinging doors that lead to the saloon. 5009 E. Washington St., 602.273.7378. www.stockyardssteakhouse.com Valley Map Q17
Phoenix: North BLUE MARTINI—American. Specialty martinis anchor the selections available at this upmarket bar and lounge, which also features live entertainment. Sip one of the sweet concoctions before or after a nibble from the menu of shareable food—think flatbreads, the Shrimp Martini, and Beef Tenderloin. High Street, 5455 E. High St., 480.638.2583. www.bluemartinilounge.com Valley Map H18
Family owned and operated Prime Steaks • Fresh Oysters • Seafood Live music Fridays & Saturdays • Tue - Sat 4:00 pm - 9:00 pm (480)-531-1400 10050 North Scottsdale Road, Scottsdale modernoysterbarchophouse.com
SCRAMBLE—Breakfast/Brunch. Enjoy breakfast options that range from biscuits and pancakes to eggs Benedict on jalapeño cornbread with chipotle hollandaise. Vegan options, too. Locations include: 9832 N. 7th St., 602.374.2294. Valley Map L14; 6590 N. Scottsdale Road, 480.404.7264. www.azscramble.com Valley Map N18
EXPLORE Communities/Real Estate REVEL LEGACY—A vibrant independent living community where personalized experiences meet comfortable living, good food, and good friends. Amenities include a fitness and movement studio, salon, spa, pool, pickleball court, and more. 8890 E. Legacy Blvd., 480.680.7126. www.revellegacy.com Valley Map 19G
Destinations GLENDALE—This West Valley city has stealthily prepared for the future even as it mines the past. Wander Historic Glendale, then head to Westgate Entertainment District. There’s also State Farm Stadium, home field for the NFL Arizona Cardinals and special events. www.visitglendale.com Valley Map M12 TALKING STICK ENTERTAINMENT DISTRICT— This area includes destinations such as Medieval Times Dinner & Tournament, Octane Raceway, Topgolf Scottsdale, Salt River Fields at Talking Stick; The Pavilions at Talking Stick shopping area; Talking Stick Resort and Great Wolf Lodge; and so many other ways to play, stay, shop, and eat. 9120 E. Talking Stick Way, 480.362.2700; ww.talkingstickarizona.com Valley Map L19
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Tours/Transportation THE DOLLY STEAMBOAT—Double-decker sternwheeler offering narrated nature and catered dinner cruises. 16802 AZ-88, Tortilla Flat, 480.827.9144. www.dollysteamboat.com Valley Map M30 RAINBOW RYDERS—Daily hot air balloon flights above Phoenix and Scottsdale. 1.800.725.2477. www.rainbowryders.com
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