Beyond The Painted Desert: Your Guide to Local Gems
Food scene
Gallo Blanco
928 E Pierce StFresh takes on classic Mexican fare and craft cocktails.
Welcome Diner
929 E Pierce StComfort foods made cool.
Shopping
Provisions, unique finds, and gifts to take home.
Buena Vida Bodega
1002 E Pierce StCurated wines, handmade gifts, and late night snacks.
Wellness
Feed your body, mind, and soul on the go.
Whether you’re a tourist trying to maintain your fitness routine or a business traveler needing to decompress after a day of meetings, Sutra Studios will meet your needs with a variety of vibe-y yoga, power pilates, and sculpting barre classes.
7 locals recommend
Sutra Studios - Roosevelt
1029 N 1st StWhether you’re a tourist trying to maintain your fitness routine or a business traveler needing to decompress after a day of meetings, Sutra Studios will meet your needs with a variety of vibe-y yoga, power pilates, and sculpting barre classes.
Neighborhoods
Roosevelt Row is home to an eclectic mix of eateries, drinking establishments, small shops, and art galleries. It is also home to the Valley’s long-running First Fridays street fair when performers, vendors, organizations, and residents come together on the first Friday night of the month.
11 locals recommend
East Roosevelt Street
East Roosevelt StreetRoosevelt Row is home to an eclectic mix of eateries, drinking establishments, small shops, and art galleries. It is also home to the Valley’s long-running First Fridays street fair when performers, vendors, organizations, and residents come together on the first Friday night of the month.
A stretch of hip and hidden gems lined with murals and street art. It’s where locals in the know go.
Grand Avenue
Grand AvenueA stretch of hip and hidden gems lined with murals and street art. It’s where locals in the know go.
City advice
Getting around
Light rail and bus schedules are available online
https://www.valleymetro.org/maps-schedules
Don't miss
First Fridays on Roosevelt Row are popular with the locals.
Walk 4 blocks west on Roosevelt on the first Friday of the month and you're there.