Phoenix, AZ - 8

THE PREMIER LGBTQ+ BUSINESS & SERVICE DIRECTORY

PHOENIX Vol. 8

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TABLE OF CON TENT S

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ABOUT

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RESTAURANT GUIDE

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EVENTS SCHEDULE

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BAR GUIDE

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LGBTQ+ ORGS & ATTRACTIONS

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BUSINESS DIRECTORY

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ABOUT LGBTQ+ Phoenix Phoenix and Scottsdale sit in the heart of a valley which enjoys 325 sunny days a year and is aptly named “The Valley of the Sun.” The temperatures here are warm year round and the summers bring many days over 100 degrees (F).

Phoenix, probably due to its warmth, has a laid back small town feel. But don’t let that fool you -- it has a thriving gay community and there’s a growing variety of dining and nightlife options for all types here. The incredible racial mix of the huge metro area makes the gay scene particularly rich and diverse.

Gay nightlife and the bars & clubs are mostly concentrated in central Phoenix between 7th Ave and 7th Street and Indian School and Camelback Mountain roads.

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RESTAURANT GUI DE Alexi’s Grill Family-owned restaurant that serves a variety of fresh dishes inspired by Italy’s vibrant flavors.

3550 N Central Avenue, Phoenix, AZ

La Grande Orange Grocery & Pizzeria Great spot for pastries, creative breakfasts & gourmet pizzas with a grocery section.

4410 N. 40th Street, Phoenix, AZ

Barrio Cafe Bustling eatery serving creative Mexican fare in cozy digs filled with folk art.

2814 N 16th Street, Phoenix, AZ

Marcellino Ristorante Using fresh, seasonal ingredients to create signature flavors.

7114 E Stetson Drive, Scottsdale, AZ

Beckett’s Table Relaxed restaurant luring locals with seasonal New American meals & an extensive wine list.

3717 E Indian School Rd, Phoenix, AZ

Mi Patio Family-owned eatery serving traditional Mexican fare in a casual setting.

3347 N 7th Avenue, Phoenix, AZ Oregano’s Pizza Chicago-style pizzas & sandwiches.

1008 E. Camelback Road, Phoenix, AZ

Binkley’s Chic restaurant showcasing inventive New American meals made with carefully sourced ingredients.

2320 E Osborn Rd, Phoenix, AZ

Ocotillo Locally sourced, seasonal American fare in a cavernous space with a modern industrial vibe.

3243 N 3rd St, Phoenix, AZ

Cartel Coffee Lab Striving to make the world a better place through coffee and relationships.

810 S Ash Ave, Tempe, AZ

Over Easy A modern twist on breakfast and brunch.

11162 N Frank Lloyd Wright Blvd #101 Scottsdale, AZ

Culinary Dropout Cool, British-style gastropub chain with quirky decor, serving inventive cocktails & comfort food.

5632 N 7th St, Phoenix, AZ

Pa’la Casual eatery offering wood-fired organic vegetables, grain & seafood dishes, plus a spacious patio.

2107 N 24th St, Phoenix, AZ

Dick’s Hideaway Cozy destination serving New Mexican cuisine in a stylish space with a rustic feel.

6008 N 16th St, Phoenix, AZ

Phoenix City Grille Stylish restaurant serving eclectic dishes in a space filled with art celebrating local history.

5816 N 16th St, Phoenix, AZ

Different Pointe of View Elegant American eatery in the Pointe Hilton Tapatio Cliffs Resort featuring sweeping valley views.

11111 N 7th St, Phoenix, AZ

POMO Pizzeria Pizzeria providing Neapolitan pies, plus Italian fare from antipasti to gourmet panini.

705 N 1st St #120, Phoenix, AZ

Hula’s Modern Tiki A modern twist on the classic tiki bar and restaurant.

5114 N. 7th St, Phoenix, AZ

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RESTAURANT GUI DE Quiessence Market-driven American cooking stars at this high-end, romantic destination set in a historic home.

6106 S 32nd St, Phoenix, AZ

Tarbell’s Upscale restaurant & bar serving American fare paired with global wines in a chic space.

3213 E Camelback Rd, Phoenix, AZ

Restaurant Progress Hip spot for New American small plates at dinner & late-night craft cocktails in stylish digs.

702 W Montecito Ave, Phoenix, AZ

Thai E-San Casual eatery offering a variety of Thai noodles, curry & other dishes.

616 W Indian School Road, Phoenix, AZ The Arrogant Butcher Upscale New American comfort food in a stylish setting.

2 E Jefferson St #150, Phoenix, AZ

Roka Akor Upscale Japanese restaurant & bar supplying steak, seafood & sushi in a contemporary setting.

7299 N Scottsdale Road, Scottsdale, AZ

The Greene House Seasonal Californian cuisine & a thoughtful wine list.

15024 N Scottsdale Rd #100 Scottsdale, AZ

Rusconi’s American Kitchen Bustling pick for wood-fired New American dishes served in a chic, contemporary setting.

10637 N Tatum Blvd, Phoenix, AZ

Wild Thaiger Family-owned restaurant dishing out Thai standards in a contemporary space.

2631 N Central Ave, Phoenix, AZ

Sauce Pizza & Wine Made-from-scratch meal that anyone in the neighborhood can enjoy.

742 E Glendale Ave, Phoenix, AZ

Windsor Global comfort food & retro cocktails fill the menu at this snazzy restaurant with a backyard patio.

5223 N Central Ave, Phoenix, AZ

Scott’s Generations Deli Serving the valley authentic New York, kosher style deli cuisine.

742 E Glendale Ave #142, Phoenix, AZ Steak 44 High-end steakhouse in an elegant, modern venue.

5101 N 44th St, Phoenix, AZ

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EVENTS SCH E D ULE AUGUST

SEP 16-18

JUNK IN THE TRUNK VINTAGE MARKET

AUG 3-7

FRIDA KAHLO, AN IMMERSIVE BIOGRAPHY

Junk in the Trunk Vintage Market will return to WestWorld in Scottsdale. The semi-annual shopping experience has a reputation for featuring quality vendors selling one-of-a-kind items and inspiring design and continues to be a popular attraction for shopping enthusiasts across the Southwest.

For more info visit: bit.ly/2Hp6dEm

After making its debut in the United States, Frida Kahlo, An Immersive Biography, is officially open to the public in Phoenix, allowing its visitors the opportunity to dive into the life of the world-renowned artist and feministic icon.

For more info visit: fridakahlophoenix.com

OCTOBER

AUG 13

OCT 14-16

SOUR & SWEET BEER FEST

WILLCOX WINE FESTIVAL

Scottsdale-based Fate Brewing Company will host the inaugural Sour & Sweet Beer Fest at The Clayton House in Old Town Scottsdale on August 13. The new craft beer festival will feature more than 50 light and sour beers from 13 Arizona breweries, food from local food trucks and live music.

For more info visit: fatebrewing.com

Featuring 16 of Arizona’s best wineries along with over 30 non-winery vendors including fine arts, artisan foods, vintage vendors, and non-stop entertainment along with 2 food trucks.

For more info visit: bit.ly/3zGSSR2

OCT 15-16

PHOENIX PRIDE FESTIVAL

A two day celebration designed to bring our diverse LGBTQ+ and allied communities together for a weekend of camaraderie and celebration, while raising funds for the Phoenix Pride Community Programs.

For more info visit: phoenixpride.org/events/pride-festival

SEPTEMBER SEP 1-18

IMMERSIVE MONET & THE IMPRESSIONISTS

Experience Immersive Monet & The Impressionists at Lighthouse Artspace Phoenix! This unforgettable art experience is bringing art to life!

For more info visit: immersivemonet.com/phoenix

OCT 16

PHOENIX PRIDE PARADE

With over 15,000 spectators, the Parade features our Grand Marshals, local luminaries, music, and fun along the 3rd Street route from Thomas to Indian School, concluding at Steele Indian School Park, the home of the Phoenix Pride Festival.

For more info visit: phoenixpride.org/events/pride-parade

SEP 10 TOAST!

Join us for our 2nd-annual Toast! event to benefit families experiencing homelessness in the Valley. As a reinvention of the staple Old Bags Luncheon, guests will enjoy wine and spirits tasting from around the world, brunch and shopping with a fresh flare.

For more info visit: bit.ly/3SaRZaI

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EVENTS SCH E D ULE NOVEMBER

JANUARY

PHOENIX PIZZA FESTIVAL

ILLUSIONS, THE SHOW

NOV 12-13

JAN 1-29

At the annual Phoenix Pizza Festival Presented by T-Mobile, around 20 pizza makers sell all types of pizza slices and full pies. The event will include live bands, lawn games, desserts, local vendors, kid’s crafts, and more. Bars will offer a selection of wine, beer, cocktails and beverages.

For more info visit: phoenix.pizza

When the drag queens come out at the Drag Queen Brunch Show, they leave everyone amazed and wanting more! Whether you are celebrating a bachelorette party, gay bachelor party, birthday celebration, couples night out, or just a fun night out this is the drag show for you!

For more info visit: bit.ly/3zcJNOF

NOV 19

FEBRUARY

FESTIVAL OF THE ARTS

FEB 3-5

Celebrate the arts in our community at The Herberger Theater Center.

Featuring performances, dance, live music, hands-on activities for kids, vendor market, food, aerials, wine and beer tasting, and more!

For more info visit: bit.ly/3oEuLML

WATERFRONT FINE ART & WINE FESTIVAL

Thunderbird Artists, producer of awardwinning fine art and wine festivals, lines the banks of the Scottsdale Waterfront with the greatest selection of juried fine arts, delectable chocolates and musicians in the Southwest for the Waterfront Fine Art Festival.

For more info visit: bit.ly/3zHJrB3

DECEMBER DEC 2-31

DIVA ROYALE DRAG QUEEN SHOW

FEB 25-26

INNINGS FESTIVAL

The Divas Have Arrived in Scottsdale!

Diva Royale is the Ultimate Drag Experience and Scottsdale’s #1 bachelorette party & Gay bachelor party Haven! The ladies of Diva Royale love to host the hottest & Best Parties!

For more info visit: bit.ly/3BoFD93

Produced by the folks behind Lollapalooza and Austin City Limits, the two-day fest takes place during Spring Training in Arizona, mixing up music with famous ball players over the weekend.

For more info visit: inningsfestival.com

DEC 10-11

PHOENIX FESTIVAL OF THE ARTS

Presented by Phoenix Center for the Arts, this community event is a Phoenix favorite for the holidays with a weekend of free arts and culture activities, vendors, demonstrations, performances, and more.

For more info visit: phoenixfestivalofthearts.org

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BAR GU ID E Bar 1 An upscale neighborhood bar with an amazing vibe 3702 N 16th Street Phoenix, AZ

Kobalt Bar The premier karaoke bar in central Phoenix 3110 N Central Ave Phoenix, AZ

BS West Longtime, hopping hangout for the LGBTQ+ community 7125 E 5th Ave Scottsdale, AZ

Oz LGBTQ+ hot spot featuring pool & darts 1804 W Bethany Home Rd Phoenix, AZ Pat O’s Bunkhouse Saloon Bear & leather-friendly gay bar 4428 N 7th Ave Phoenix, AZ

Cash Nightclub & Lounge One of Phoenix’s best premium nightclubs 1730 E McDowell Rd Phoenix, AZ

Plazma Pixel-perfect neighborhood bar 1560 E Osborn Rd Phoenix, AZ

Charlie’s Phoenix Country-themed gay hangout 727 W Camelback Rd Phoenix, AZ

Stacy’s @ Melrose Upscale neighborhood dance bar 4343 7th Ave Phoenix, AZ

Cruisin’ 7th Features a unique variety of Drag Shows and specially featured events 3702 N 7th Street Phoenix, AZ

The Anvil Home for Men of Leather and Levi 2424 E Thomas Rd Phoenix, AZ

Dick’s Cabaret Phoenix’s all male strip club 3432 E Illini Street Phoenix, AZ

The Rock Drag, karaoke, Dance Parties!

4129 N 7th Ave Phoenix, AZ

Karamba A Gay dance club showcasing Latin DJ’s 1724 E McDowell Rd Phoenix, AZ

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LGBTQ+ COMM U NI TY ORGANIZATIONS & ATTRACTIONS

Aunt Rita’s Foundation AIDS awareness/fundraisers 326 E Coronado Rd #102 Phoenix, AZ

Maricopa County Department of Public Health Counseling, testing and referral services 1645 E Roosevelt Street, Phoenix, AZ

Bears of the West Non-profit organization Phoenix, AZ

One Voice Community Center LGBTQ+ community center 4442 N 7th Ave, Phoenix, AZ

Desert Adventures Out of the bars and into the streets P.O. Box 2008, Phoenix, AZ

Prime Timers of Phoenix A group for older gay/bisexual men P.O. Box 30937, Phoenix, AZ

Greater Phoenix Gay & Lesbian Chamber of Commerce For the LGBTQ+ Business Community 1101 N Central Ave #108, Phoenix, AZ

Rainbow Coalition An inclusive, student-led coalition at Arizona State University Tempe, AZ

Lambda Phoenix Center Offering hope to LGBTQ+ people 2622 N 16th Street, Phoenix, AZ

Southwest Center for HIV/AIDS AIDS education and prevention 1101 N Central Ave #200, Phoenix, AZ

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BUSINESS D IRECTO RY ADULT STORE Castle Megastore.................................. 31

HEALTHCARE Bayless Integrated Healthcare............ 24 Wildflower Primary Care & Wellness...................... 28

AIR CONDITIONING Parker & Sons........................................... 5

HEATING Parker & Sons........................................... 5

APARTMENT RENTALS Kay Kay Realty....................................... 21

HORMONE THERAPY Adair Family Clinic & Medspa....... 16-17

ASSESSMENT COLLECTION The Brown Law Group............................ 5

INSURANCE Eric Jordan American Family Insurance.................. 31

ATTORNEYS The Brown Law Group............................ 5 Law Office of Katherine Kraus PLLC........................... 28

LIGHTING CONTRACTOR Level 5 Lighting..................................... 27

AUDIOLOGIST Arizona Balance & Hearing Aids........... 7

LITIGATION The Brown Law Group............................ 5 Davis Miles McGuire Gardner............. 23

AUTO DEALERSHIP Infiniti on Camelback............... Back Cover

MATTRESSES Bed DRS.................................................. 20

BEDDING Bed DRS.................................................. 20

MEDSPA Adair Family Clinic & Medspa....... 16-17

BUSINESS PLANNING Nicole Pavlik Law Firm.......................... Front Inside Cover

MENTAL HEALTH New Hope Behavioral Health Center..................... 11

CREDIT UNION Vantage West Credit Union................. 13

MORTGAGES Julie Rigstad Integrity Home Mortgages LLC........... 25 Mindful Money LLC................................. 6

ELECTRICAL SERVICES Parker & Sons........................................... 5 ESTATE PLANNING Nicole Pavlik Law Firm.......................... Front Inside Cover

MOTORIZED VEHICLE & GOLF CARTS Pohle Neighborhood Vehicles............. 11

FAMILY LAW Law Office of Katherine Kraus PLLC........................... 28 Davis Miles McGuire Gardner............. 23

NON-PROFIT Red Cross......................... Back Inside Cover OPTOMETRIST West Point Optical................................... 3

FLORIST La Paloma Blanca Floral Designs........ 19

OUTDOOR LIGHTING Level 5 Lighting..................................... 27

GOLF CART REPAIR & SERVICE Pohle Neighborhood Vehicles............. 11

PET ADOPTION Lost Our Home Pet Rescue.................. 31

GOLF CLUB Longbow Golf Club............................... 15

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BUSINESS D IRECTO RY PLASTIC SURGERY William M. Jacobsen MD PC................................. Front Cover, 12

RECONSTRUCTIVE SURGERY William M. Jacobsen MD PC................................. Front Cover, 12

PLUMBING Parker & Sons........................................... 5

RETIREMENT COMMUNITY Friendship Village.................................. 29

PRIMARY CARE PHYSICIAN Wildflower Primary Care & Wellness...................... 28

SENIOR LIVING The Palazzo Senior Living...................... 1 SUBSTANCE ABUSE TREATMENT New Hope Behavioral Health Center..................... 11

PROBATE Nicole Pavlik Law Firm.......................... Front Inside Cover

WEDDING & EVENT VENUE Longbow Golf Club............................... 15

PROPERTY MANAGEMENT Kay Kay Realty....................................... 21 REAL ESTATE Trish Kiel - Arizona Sky Partners............ 9 Deena Semeniuk Realty ONE Group................................. 31

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