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First Half of 2024 Updates

upperwestsidephx@gmail.com (Bryan Mortensen) — Mon, 24 Jun 2024 04:43:40 GMT

June 23, 2024

NOW OPEN:

-REI (59th Ave. & Behrend)

-Caramba (59th Ave. & Utopia)

-Over Easy (Four Corners)

-Raising Cane's (Four Corners)

-Tropical Smoothie Cafe (Four Corners)

June 11, 2024

QUICK UPDATE!

NOW OPEN:

- Slick City Action Park Peoria at 75th Ave. & Thunderbird

- Caramba Mexican Food Caramba Mexican Food at 59th & Utopia

- Tropical Smoothie Cafe Tropical Smoothie Cafe at Four Cornorners

- European Wax Center at Four Corners

Confirmed:

- Wingstop at 67th Ave. & Happy Valley

COMING SOON:

- Raising Cane's 6/18 ONE WEEK FROM TODAY at Four Corners

- Over Easy Restaurant by the end of the month at Four Corners

- REI at the end of the month at 59th & Beardsley

- Boot Barn at Four Corners (former Tuesday Morning) - no timeline yet

Anxiously awaiting opening dates for:

- Westy's Organic Kitchen & Juice

- Handel's Ice Cream

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June 6, 2024

MAJOR HUMONGOUS UPDATE!!!

Four Corners:

- Reformed Pilates is NOW OPEN in the Shops at Lake Pleasant (LP) – yay first opening!

- Raising Cane's opens on June 18th

- Handel's Ice Cream is tentatively scheduled to open at the end of June in the Shops at LP

- Restore Hyper Wellness is tentatively scheduled to open at the end of June/early July in the Shops at LP

- Over Easy Restaurant is tentatively scheduled to open mid-Summer at the Shops at LP

- In-N-Out Burger is tentatively scheduled to open at the end of the Summer

- OHM Fitness Happy Valley is tentatively scheduled to open in September in the Shops at LP

- Someburros is tentatively coming to the Shops at LP (no timeline)

- A coffee shop (unknown) is tentatively coming to the Shops at LP (no timeline)

- We do not have a timeline for Salad and Go, Tropical Smoothie Cafe, Wild Fork Foods or any of the other tenants (Shops F) at the Shops at LP at this time

- Cinnaholic is no longer going in at the Shops at LP

- We do not have a timeline for Capriotti's Sandwich Shop opening at the opposite end of the plaza from Lakeside

- Credit Union West will be going in next to Capriotti’s (no timeline)

- We do not have a timeline for Saffron Indian Grocery & Kitchen’s opening near Mountainside and Taco Bell

- Kara Jewelry will be building a bigger location in the lot next to #1 Brother’s Pizza in the Mountainside plaza (no timeline)

- Haymaker is moving across the street to Sunrise Promenade at the opposite end from Aldi (no timeline)

- The current Haymaker space will be another restaurant concept by Westside Concepts

- Moe's Southwest Grill is coming soon to Sunrise Promenade at the opposite end from Aldi (no timeline)

- Cinnabon Swirl (think Cinnabon meets Carvel) is coming soon to Sunrise Promenade at the opposite end from Aldi (no timeline)

67th Ave. & Happy Valley:

- Valle Luna Mexican Restaurant (Lunatics) is tentatively opening in July in the former Mi Familia space

- Jersey Mike's Subs is coming soon (no timeline) in the former Mac Shack space

- Wingstop is tentatively coming soon to the same plaza, adjacent to Kawaii

Other areas:

- Westy's Organic Kitchen & Juice is tentatively opening in July at 83rd Ave. & Lake Pleasant Pkwy. (be on the lookout for our sneak peek!)

- Slim Chickens is tentatively opening at the end of June/early July at 37th Ave. & Happy Valley

We use the term TENTATIVELY a lot because all of these openings are dependent upon passing city, county, and state inspections! Please be patient as that’s a very stressful process for these business owners. We’re so excited for all the new businesses that are coming to our #upperwestsidephx community and expanding our options for dining, shopping, and services! We have more updates coming, so check back soon! For now we are going to nap all weekend because our brains are spinning from trying to stay on top of this and keep it all organized! Send coffee... or wine! Our Venmo is @upperwestsidephx

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May 19, 2024

UPDATE!

MAJOR MID-YEAR UPDATES ALL WEEK! Starting with Vistancia!

Mountainside Fitness IS still coming to Vistancia, with plans to open in 2025

VISTANCIA POINT (SE corner of El Mirage & Lone Mountain):

-Fry’s is expected to open at the end of 2024 and will be the first tenant to open there

-Jersey Mikes is coming to Vistancia Point

-McDonald’s is coming to Vistancia Point

-Thai Chili 2 Go is coming to Vistancia Point

-Baskin Robbins is coming to Vistancia Point

-Zara Nail Bar is coming to Vistancia Point

-MD Now Urgent Care is coming to Vistancia Point

-Coffee (rumored to be Black Rock but not confirmed) is coming to Vistancia Point

-Veterinarian is coming to Vistancia Point

-Dentist is coming to Vistancia Point

FIVE NORTH AT VISTANCIA:

-American Leadership Academy (ALA School) will be opening for the 2025 school year

-Multiple undisclosed LOI’s (letters of intent, which happen prior to leases) are in from various tenants

No update on the Circle K corner but we expect to have one by the end of Summer

Richmond American Homes will be building homes west of Trilogy, north of Ridgeline for a neighborhood called Haciendas at White Peak (no known timeline)

A new neighborhood park is planned in Mystic at the SE corner of Westland & Garambullo

Check back in a few days for another update! Make sure to like and comment on our posts so you don't miss anything! Please consider becoming a Patreon supporter to help us cover expenses incurred in running Upper West Side PHX to keep the community informed. Skip a latte and instead spend $5 to help support the hard work we do for our community! www.patreon.com/uwsphx

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March 13, 2024

UPDATE!!!

COMING SOON:

-Safeway is tentatively projected to open at The Trailhead (83rd Ave. & Happy Valley) in September

-Tacos & Craft is going in at The Trailhead

-Sparrow (a restaurant by the owners of Squid Ink & Urban Agave) is going in at The Trailhead

-Chick-Fil-A is tentatively going in at The Trailhead

-Einstein Bros. Bagels is tentatively going in at The Trailhead

-Starbucks is tentatively going in at The Trailhead

-McDonald’s is tentatively going in at The Trailhead

-Robeks Juice is tentatively going in at The Trailhead

-Seven Brother Burgers is going in the former space for The Dexter at 83 Marketplace

-Valle Luna is going in the former Mi Familia space at 67th Ave. & Happy Valley

-The Raising Cane’s sign is up at the Shops at Lake Pleasant (Four Corners) and it should be opened within 6 months

-The other tenants (see who https://www.uwsphx.com/four-corners here) at the Shops at Lake Pleasant are expected to open in the next 3-12 months

-Capriotti’s is going in at Four Corners at other end of the complex with Lakeside Bar & Grill

-The opening of QT at 115th & Happy Valley has been pushed back to 4/11

-There is another storage unit proposed to be going in at 115th & Happy Valley on county land

-Starbucks is going in at Camino A Lago Marketplace somewhere near Walmart/EOS

-One Stop Nutrition is going in near the new EOS Fitness at Camino A Lago Marketplace

-Jersey Mike’s is opening in Vistancia near Fry’s Marketplace

-Fry’s Marketplace is tentatively scheduled to open in Vistancia in the 4th quarter of 2024

-The Brunch House is going in the former Ghengis Grill on Bell Rd.

-Dollar Tree is going in the former Chuckee Cheeze on Bell Rd.

NOW OPEN:

-Prime IV at Four Corners near Squid Ink Sushi

-Hawaiian Bros in the former Bush’s Chicken on Bell Rd.

-Maple & Rye in Surprise in The Grand community on the Granite Falls golf course

-Turquoise second location in the former Winery 101 at the 101 & Olive + they have private party rental space

More info coming soon! Make sure to like and comment on our posts so you don't miss anything! Please consider becoming a Patreon supporter to help us cover expenses incurred in running Upper West Side PHX to keep the community informed. Skip a latte and instead spend $5 to help support the hard work we do for our community! www.patreon.com/uwsphx

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Fourth Quarter 2023 Updates

upperwestsidephx@gmail.com (Bryan Mortensen) — Sat, 14 Oct 2023 14:52:56 GMT

Latest Updates

UPDATE posted 11/6/23:

-Water conservation wells are being installed in North Peoria (near the 303 & Lake Pleasant Pkwy) starting next year with completion in 2026 to make sure there are enough emergency water reserves for the future

-Peoria Police & Fire substations are coming to Vistancia in 2025

-Aloravita South (along Happy Valley up from 75th Ave. to 83rd Ave.) home builders are: Ashton Woods, Lennar, & Taylor Morrison

-Aloravita North (north of Jomax from 67th Ave. to 75th Ave.) home builders are: DR Horton, Pulte, & Shea

-The NW corner of Lake Pleasant Pkwy. & Cibola Vista will be Cibola Vista Self-Storage

-The SE corner of Lake Pleasant Pkwy. & Pinnacle Vista will be office/medical buildings

-The NW corner of Lake Pleasant Pkwy. & Jomax is tentatively scheduled to be 2 hotels and 2 drive-thrus (one is rumored to be Dutch Bros.)

-The NE corner of Lake Pleasant Pkwy. & Pinnacle WAS tentatively planned to be multi-family housing but it does not appear to be moving forward, we will continue to look for updates

-Plans are moving forward for Postino, Blanco, & North at P83

-Plans for Stadium Point at P83 are moving forward. More info here: https://stadiumpoint.com

-Santa arrives at Arrowhead Towne Center THIS THURSDAY 11/9!

-A sparkly new holiday art installation is up at Lake Pleasant Towne Center between Chipotle & Smash Burger!

-That's all we've got in us to post tonight but MORE COMING SOON...

-Be sure to like and comment on ALL OF OUR SOCIAL MEDIA P OSTS so you continue to see them with changing algorithms!

-If you find value in the information we provide to the community, please consider becoming a Patreon supporter to help us cover expenses incurred on this unpaid work we do to keep the community informed. Skip a latte and instead spend $5 to help support the hard work we do for our community! www.patreon.com/uwsphx

For updates with other info you may have missed, check out our previous quarterly blog updates www.uwsphx.com/blog

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UPDATE POSTED 10/12/23:

COMING SOON:

(All 2024 unless otherwise noted)

-Mr Fries Man️ OPENS THIS WEEKEND at 83rd Ave. & Lake Pleasant Pkwy.

-Westy's Organic Kitchen & Juice at 83rd Ave. & Lake Pleasant Pkwy.

-Prime IV & Hydration at Four Corners (near Squid Ink Sushi)

-Capriotti's Sandwich Shop to Four Corner’s (near Lakeside)

-Over Easy Restaurant at Four Corners new Shops at Lake Pleasant (near Mr. Shine)

-In-N-Out Burger at Four Corners new Shops at Lake Pleasant

-Raising Cane's at Four Corners new Shops at Lake Pleasant

-Salad and Go at Four Corners new Shops at Lake Pleasant

-Handel’s Ice Cream at Four Corners new Shops at Lake Pleasant

-Wild Fork Foods meat & seafood market at Four Corners new Shops at Lake Pleasant

-Ninja Nation at 67th Ave. & Deer Valley (yet to be confirmed)

-Phoenix Children's Hospital Arrowhead at 67th Ave. & Union Hills

-America First Federal Credit Union at Deer Valley & Lake Pleasant Pkwy.

-EōS Fitness at Deer Valley & Lake Pleasant Pkwy. (2023)

-Peoria Artisan Brewery is expanding at Deer Valley & Lake Pleasant Pkwy.

-Hawaiian Bros. at 75th Ave. & Bell

-Police and Fire substations in Vistancia

-The Dexter is no longer opening at 83 Marketplace and we will post an update when we find out what restaurant tenant is replacing it

-Slick City family fun park at 75th Ave. & Thunderbird (NW corner)

-Pickle Guild indoor pickle ball at 75th Ave. & Thunderbird (NW corner)

-Round 1 at Arrowhead Towne Center

-Tiki Star at Shop Park West

-LOFT at Park West

-Carter’s at Happy Valley Towne Center (across from Norterra)

-Turquoise Wine Cellar & Tasting Room is opening a second location taking over Winery 101

-Better Buzz in Surprise (see our last blog post for other Surprise updates)

-Avondale is getting a Shake Shack, Torchy’s Tacos, & CAVA

-North Phoenix (29th Ave. & Dove Valley) is getting Over Easy, Twisted Sugar, Yoga Six, and Oregano’s

-Norterra area is RUMORED to be getting Snooze, CAVA, Torchy’s Tacos, Shake Shack, Total Wine, and 2 hotels

-Angie's Prime Grill a drive-thru steakhouse from the creators of Salad & Go and Angie’s Lobster is opening it’s first ever location in north Phoenix on October 16th

-Closing at the end of this month: Fixin' To Eat and Sparkling Divine. Thank you both for your years of hard work serving our community!

NOW OPEN:

-Primp and Blow at 77th Ave. & Bell (next to NYPD pizza)

-Gloss Lab Beauty (previously Polished By Mai) at 75th Ave. north of Bell

-BLICK Art Materials at 75th Ave. north of Bell

-Pizzeria Mozzarella at 59th Ave. & Beardsley (former Graziano’s)

-Spirit Halloween at Four Corners (former Tuesday Morning)

-Bully Brew Co at Park West

-Kasai at Park West

-Athleta at Norterra (and Park West)

-Dirty Dough at 19th Ave. & Happy Valley

-Miniso at Arrowhead Towne Center

-Levi’s at Arrowhead Towne Center

-lululemon at Arrowhead Towne Center (ICYMI!)

-Johnny Rockets at Arrowhead Towne Center

-Phoenix Children’s Physical Therapy on 83rd Ave. north of Union Hills

STILL WORKING TO GET CONFIRMED UPDATES ON:

-The Trailhead (it’s moving forward despite rumors)

-Multiple sites in Vistancia (FIVE NORTH, Fry’s Complex, Circle K complex)

-Multiple sites along Happy Valley near the 303

-Stadium Pointe and Postino, North, & Blanco at P83

-Chick-Fil-A coming to the area (ONLY rumors as of now)

-Storage Unit, Hotels, drive-thrus on Lake Pleasant Pkwy. near Jomax (approximately)

STAY TUNED FOR UPDATES...

If you find value in the information we provide to the community, please consider becoming a Patreon supporter to help us cover expenses incurred on this unpaid work we do to keep the community informed. Skip a latte and instead spend $5 to help support the hard work we do for our community! www.patreon.com/uwsphx

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Third Quarter 2023 Update

upperwestsidephx@gmail.com (Bryan Mortensen) — Thu, 05 Oct 2023 02:52:05 GMT

Latest Updates

NOW OPEN:

- Over Easy at 67th Ave. & Deer Valley

- Someburros at 83rd Ave. & Thunderbird

- Shell Fuel Station at Lake Pleasant Pkwy. & Carefree Hwy.

- Cooper's Hawk Winery in Surprise at Prasada

UPDATE posted 8/10/23:

- Blick Art Materials is NOW OPEN on 75th Ave. just north of Bell (next to Wildflower Bread)

-The Boyer Cafe is NOW OPEN at 99th Ave. & Bell Rd.

-Bully Brew Co is NOW OPEN at Shop Park West

-Chick-fil-A is NOW OPEN at I-17 and Jomax

- Harkins Theatres Ciné Grill is NOW OPEN at Lake Pleasant Towne Center

- Levi's is NOW OPEN at Arrowhead Towne Center

-Little Champs Indoor Play is NOW OPEN in Surprise near Trader Joe’s

-MINISO is NOW OPEN at Arrowhead Towne Center

-Someburros OPENS THIS SATURDAY at 83rd Ave. & Thunderbird

- Sunstone Boutique is NOW OPEN at 67th Ave. & Happy Valley (former Daniela Jay)

-Target construction is OFFICIALLY DONE at Four Corners

- The Stetson Social is NOW OPEN at 83 Marketplace

-EōS Fitness is coming soon (end of 2023) to Lake Pleasant Pkwy. & Deer Valley Rd.

-HonorHealth is building a 75,000 square foot medical facility at P83

-Ninja Nation is coming soon to 67th Ave. & Deer Valley Rd.

- Pickle Guild (indoor pickle ball) is coming soon to 75th Ave. & Thunderbird Rd. Menlo Group Commercial Real Estate

-Postino WineCafe, North Italia, & Blanco are coming soon (end of 2024) to P83

-Round1 (bowling, entertainment, sports) is coming soon to Arrowhead Towne Center in Spring 2024

- Slick City (slide park) is coming soon to 75th Ave. & Thunderbird Rd.

-Spirit Halloween is COMING SOON at Four Corners in the former Tuesday Morning

-Stadium Pointe (new complex at P83) is moving forward with development and is in the design review stage with construction beginning in 2025

- Swig is coming soon to the 83rd Ave. & Cactus (Safeway complex)

-Tavern Park is coming soon to P83 (former Modern Round)

UPDATE on Surprise posted 7/9/23:

-We were thrilled to learn that Better Buzz Coffee will be opening a location in Surprise City Center. This will be the first location in Arizona for the coffee roastery that is based in Southern California. Also joining the initial phase at Surprise City Center will be Osteria Mia, MISSION BBQ , and Cafe Zupas. Expected open: late 2024.

-Also coming to Prasada North is Torchys Tacos, AhiPoki Bowl, Sneakybird, Portillo's, Shake Shack, Target, Kohls, Einsteins, and Bootbarn. Expected open: late 2024.

- Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant is now open at Prasada!

More info coming soon…

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FIVE NORTH at Vistancia

upperwestsidephx@gmail.com (Bryan Mortensen) — Tue, 20 Jun 2023 23:33:12 GMT

Community Meeting Recap

We attended the Vistancia Community Neighborhood Meeting about “FIVE NORTH at Vistancia” (aka the commercial core) on Wednesday, June 7th. As promised, here is our recap plus info on where you can find the full details about the project.

MAIN TAKEAWAYS:

-This is the same developer that built the 4 Vistancia housing communities (Trilogy, Blackstone, The Village, and Northpointe) over the past 23 years and they have been committed to creating a high-quality product that they are proud of in Vistancia

-The developer is requesting an increase in the total # of residential units by 1,500 in ALL of Vistancia to put in additional multi-family units in FIVE NORTH

-The increase would take the total number of residential units from 10,500 to 12,000 in ALL of Vistancia (10,100 of those are already single-family homes in the 4 Vistancia neighborhoods)

- The # of residential units was decreased in 2012 from 17,334 to 10,500 in response to decreased market demand at that time

-Now the developer is asking to add some of those units back via this amendment (the 16th amendment to the plan in 20+ years) to adjust to the changing market and needs in order to finally make this project a reality

- Bringing in high-quality restaurants and retail is NOT possible without the additional residential multi-family units in FIVE NORTH (this has been the message we have also received in talking with many of the businesses we are trying to recruit)

- "Section 8 is not part of this plan" as stated by the developer

- If this doesn’t happen NOW, then the alternative will be for the developer to sell off the land, parcel by parcel, and it will get developed with NO cohesive plan (places that are itching to open here are auto parts stores, nail salons, thrift stores, fast food, dentists, etc. and all are permitted under the current zoning, however, that is not the quality of tenants the community wants in Vistancia or that FIVE NORTH plans include)

For more information, please see https://www.visitfivenorth.com and https://zoningvist.com which includes the FULL PRESENTATION of slides from Wednesday night addressing schools, water, etc.

Questions? See the FAQ on https://zoningvist.com or leave a comment on our social media post about this on 6/9/23 and we will try to reply with answers based on what was explained at the meeting. Thank you for taking the time to read this and educate yourself on the facts!

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Second Quarter 2023 Updates

upperwestsidephx@gmail.com (Bryan Mortensen) — Fri, 16 Jun 2023 23:14:06 GMT

Latest Updates

UPDATE posted 6/17/23:

- Fox Restaurant Concepts is coming to the #upperwestsidephx!!!!! North Italia and Blanco Tacos + Tequila are coming to Peoria at P83 with Postino WineCafe in a yet to be built space! Oh happy day!

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UPDATE (including out of area projects we’ve been asked about) posted 6/6/23:

- ALDI USA is NOW OPEN at 59th Ave. & Bell Rd.

- Athleta is going in the former PXG Golf at Norterra

- Bourbon & Bones Chophouse and Bar is NOW OPEN at 83 Marketplace! Yes, there is FINALLY an open restaurant there and it was worth the wait!

- Brushfire Tacos Y Tapas is NOW OPEN at 37th Ave. & Happy Valley

- Chick-fil-A at I-17 & Jomax opens this Summer

- Chickii is NOW OPEN at 59th Ave. & Beardsley

- Dirty Dough is coming soon to 17th Ave. & Happy Valley

- Fabio On Fire LLC Panini & Gelateria opens later THIS MONTH in the former WowWow Lemonade at Four Corners

- Harkins Theatres Cine Grill opens this Summer at Four Corners

- Levi's Store is coming soon to Arrowhead Towne Center

- LOFT is coming soon to Shop Park West

- MINISO is coming soon to Arrowhead Towne Center (first location in AZ)

- Primp & Blow is coming soon to 77th Ave. & Bell Rd.

- Peoria Unified School District has decided NOT to put a bond on the ballot in 2023 (please don’t shoot the messenger!)

- QuikTrip at 115th Ave. & Happy Valley is scheduled to open by the end of the year

- Reef Kitchen is going in the former Fajitas along I-17

- Shell Fuel Center at Lake Pleasant Pkwy. & Carefree Hwy. is scheduled to open this Summer

- Simple Pure CBD is coming soon to Vistancia in the Safeway plaza

- The Stetson Social is scheduled to open this Summer at 83 Marketplace

- The Vig is NOW OPEN at Park West

- The old Fresh & Easy building on the southeast corner of 91st Ave. & Union Hills is undergoing renovations in preparation for a new tenant but has not been leased yet as far as we know

- Lots of additional new things are coming to the Norterra area, Prasada in Surprise, and the Westgate Entertainment District as well. We will post more info as soon as we have time.

- If you find value in the information we provide to the community, please consider becoming a Patreon supporter to help us cover expenses incurred on the unpaid work we do to keep the community informed. Skip a latte and instead spend $5 to help support us as we work hard for our community! www.patreon.com/uwsphx

-Previous updates are available at www.uwsphx.com/blog

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UPDATE posted 5/9/23:

We have had a lot of questions about Quick Trip at 115th Ave and Happy Valley. It is still happening--the sign is up and construction is underway! We anticipate it will be at least a year until the opening date.

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UPDATE posted 5/8/23:

The Vig is officially open as of 11 AM TODAY at Shop Park West!

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UPDATE posted 4/4/23:

Well that was a short social media hiatus because there is always something happening that we want to keep you informed about! Funding for future phases of Paloma Park was removed from the 2023 City of Peoria, Arizona Government's Budget at tonight's City Council meeting. This was simply because there are no plans to begin construction in 2023 (not unexpected with how expensive construction currently is) and it was a matter of balancing the budget. However, we DO expect that there will be a question of whether or not to build out the remaining phases of the park in the future and WE HOPE ALL NORTH PEORIA RESIDENTS ARE PAYING ATTENTION WHEN THE TIME COMES. We have virtually NO events north of Bell Rd. because there is no venue to host events! Almost all city events are held in Old Town or at the Peoria Sports Complex. Paloma Park was supposed to provide an event venue, amongst other amenities, for the north half of Peoria, which is rapidly increasing in population and still has tons of room to grow. Unlike Rio Vista Community Park, Paloma Park in it's current state is very limited for hosting events because there are not enough parking spaces or entrances/exits to host a substantial crowd. We hope the 2024 budget will include the expansion of Paloma Park to serve the needs of our growing community!

And now back to our regularly scheduled break because we'd really prefer having Taco Tuesdays over city council meeting Tuesdays!

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First Quarter 2023 Updates

upperwestsidephx@gmail.com (Bryan Mortensen) — Sun, 02 Apr 2023 04:12:13 GMT

Latest Updates

UPDATE regarding Fry’s at Vistancia Point posted 3/27/23:

(SE corner of El Mirage Rd. & Lone Mountain Pkwy.)

-Fry’s is not scheduled to open until the end of 2024

-There will be a Fry’s fuel center on site along El Mirage Rd.

-There are no confirmed tenants in the other buildings this far in advance

-There is no way to know yet what will happen to other stores when Kroger/Fry’s merges with Albertson’s/Safeway. We will continue to follow news on the regulatory measures with the merger and keep you updated as we learn more. We do not anticipate any news until 2024.

-We’re working on getting an update on other projects in Vistancia but this is all the info we have at this time.

-Yes, we agree that it feels like it takes forever for any development to get done! As we learn more about what goes on behind the scenes, we are starting to understand how complex it is to take a piece of open desert land and develop it, whether it’s for homes or commercial sites. The engineering behind it and the legal requirements are extensive. We all live on land that was open desert at one time too.

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UPDATE on some of our favorite LOCAL RESTAURANTS posted 3/22/23:

-Fabio On Fire LLC is opening a second restaurant this year, a new panini and gelateria concept at Sunrise Promenade (Four Corners)

-Haymaker Peoria is moving across the street to Sunrise Promenade in 2024

-Mochilero Kitchen is opening a second location in Scottsdale this Spring

-Peoria Artisan Brewery is expanding their space this year

-Urban Margarita is now Urban Agave under new local ownership, but with all your favorite menu items staying

We love how strong the #upperwestsidephx restaurant scene has become! Cheers to these local #smallbusinessowners for their hard work, commitment to our community, and delicious food!

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UPDATE: Rumored to be coming to the Norterra area, at NE corner of Happy Valley Rd. & Norterra Pkwy posted 3/20/23:

-CAVA

-Snooze

-Shake Shack

-Torchy’s Tacos

-Total Wine

-AC Hotel by Marriott

-Element Hotel by Marriott

➡️Other info on what’s coming soon at: https://www.uwsphx.com/news

➡️Previous updates below

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UPDATE on HOTELS and DRIVE-THRUS posted 3/13/23:

2 hotels and 2 drive-thru restaurants are coming to the NW corner of Lake Pleasant Pkwy. and Jomax Rd. The zoning was already in place for this so there was NOT a required public process for residents to be involved in. Residents did submit feedback to the city and that feedback was presented to the developer. They made changes to the design based on that feedback. Unfortunately they did not agree to meet with a small group of community members (including us) so this was the best we and the city could do to provide public input on this project. The 2 hotels are the Hilton Home2Suites and the Springhill Suites. The drive-thrus have not been announced yet but it is rumored that one may be a Dutch Bros. That is all the information we have at this time but we will continue to update you as the project moves forward.

If you find value in the information we provide to the community, please consider becoming a Patreon supporter to help us cover routine expenses incurred on the unpaid work we do, such as trying to give the community a voice on projects like this. www.patreon.com/uwsphx UPDATE

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UPDATE on the PROPOSED STORAGE UNIT posted 3/4/23:

(Lake Pleasant Pkwy. across from Cibola Vista)

The developer has decided to proceed with the project after the neighborhood meeting we attended in January. Please see below for an update. We will post information here about the next public meeting in front of the Peoria Planning & Zoning Commission as soon as it is scheduled. Please plan to attend if you would like to have a say in the public process.

NOTE: If you find what we do valuable to the community, please consider joining our Patreon (link below) so we can continue our community advocacy efforts. We did not get paid to attend this meeting or disseminate this information. You can support UWSPHX with as little as $1/month and it will help cover expenses such as website hosting, marketing materials, event fees, etc. that are necessary to run UWSPHX. It takes a lot of time and research to stay up-to-date on community projects and with 32,000+ followers, we only have 33 Patreon supporters. www.patreon.com/uwsphx

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GENERAL Q1 UPDATE POSTED 2/23/22:

-The SE corner of 115th & Happy Valley will be a "build to rent" community called Village at Pleasant River.

-We believe QuikTrip is still planning to build on that same SE hard corner. They turned over a piece of their land to Village at Pleasant River for phase 2 of their project, however, that could be for a number of reasons such as assistance with building the ingress/egress. We are working on trying to confirm all of this.

-On the North side of Happy Valley between 113th and 115th there will be a small retail complex. Tenants are unknown. We have been told that at this time the developer does not have interest in small local businesses as tenants.

-A battery storage facility for APS is planned to go in on the SE corner of Happy Valley Rd. & El Mirage Rd.

-The fuel station and convenience store at Carefree Hwy. & Lake Pleasant Pkwy. will be a Shell station. We do not have a timeline for opening but it is well underway so we expect it to be open in a few months.

-Cibola Vista Mini Storage is moving forward with seeking a permit from the city's Planning & Zoning Commission to build a storage unit on the West side of Lake Pleasant Pkwy. across from Cibola Vista.

-The project with 2 hotels, a drive-thru, and a restaurant is planning to move forward at the NW corner of Lake Pleasant Pkwy. & Jomax. There are no zoning changes so it does not need city approval beyond design input.

-We're working on getting more info on the proposed Prestige multi-family complex at the NE corner of Lake Pleasant Pkwy. & Jomax but we do not have any info at this time.

-The fence that went up on the NE corner of 83rd Ave. & Happy Valley where The Trailhead is planned is just there for liability purposes. We are unsure if the equipment on the land is just being staged there for the building of Aloravita, or if is related to The Trailhead. We are working on getting more info.

-Bourbon & Bones Chophouse and Bar and Bar at 83 Marketplace is REALLY going to open this Spring, sometime between the end of March and May! HALLELUJAH!

-The Stetson Social at 83 Marketplace is on target to open this Summer!

-We have not heard back from anyone at The Dexter Public House about their plans at 83 Marketplace.

-Tuesday Morning is closing both stores in the area (Four Corners and 67th Ave. & Beardsley).

-The Best Buy at Norterra is closing and a Harkins Theatres Backlot is replacing it.

-Someburros is still planning on opening 2 new locations: one near Norterra and another at 83rd Ave. & Happy Valley. There is no timeline yet.

-We have a lot more info to share soon but this is all the brain capacity we have at this time LOL!

-There is a TON of new info on here under the "Latest News" tab, including links to articles with more info on the above mentioned projects PLUS a list of all confirmed tenants at The Shops at Lake Pleasant and more!

-In the future we will be rolling out an e-mail campaign to keep you updated on things. You can sign up to be on that list at the bottom of out website homepage where it says "Stay Connected."

-If you find this information valuable, please consider helping us out by joining out Patreon or becoming a volunteer !!! Both are super simple and you can find that info about half way down on our website homepage. We CANNOT continue without support from the community!

-RECURRING THEME: We tried very hard to make this NEW website a comprehensive "one stop shop" for anything you need.

-OUR THOUGHTS: We're NOT loving what the future development on Lake Pleasant Pkwy. looks like north of Four Corners. More on that and many other things coming soon. Stay tuned...

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Friday Fish Fry & St. Paddy's Day

upperwestsidephx@gmail.com (Bryan Mortensen) — Thu, 16 Mar 2023 01:08:16 GMT

Happy St. Paddy's & Fri-yay Fish Fry

This year St. Paddy's Day falls on a Friday! St. Paddy's Day and fish fry are both an important part of Spring in the Midwest. We put together a quick list of a couple #upperwestsidephx area spots that have fish fry and St. Paddy's Day celebrations/specials to help out fellow Midwest transplants and honor our roots!

Friday Fish Fry:

Irish Wolfhound

Lakeside Bar and Grill

Tailgaters Sports Bar and Grill

Haymaker

The Links Neighborhood Grill

Tim Finnegan's Irish Restaurant

Charley's Sports Grill

Fletcher's Sports Grill

Kimmyz on Greenway

Padre Murphy's

Fuzzy's Sports Grill (legit Sconnie cheese curds too according to #uwsphx ambassador Angela!)

St. Paddy's Day:

Lakeside Bar & Grill:

Corned Beef & Cabbage special on Thursday 3/16

All-You-Can-Eat fish fry on Friday 3/17

Happy hour with St. Patrick's Day themed drinks & specials both days

It's going to be jam-packed so get there early!

Peoria Artisan Brewery

Special St. Patrick's Day menu 3/17 featuring Corned Beef & Cabbage and other traditional Irish favorites

Check out their special menu!

Turquoise Wine Bar:

St. Patrick's Day wine & Irish cheese pairing 3-5PM

NW Coffee:

Specialty drink menu

The Cookie House:

Chocolate Guinness cookies (all of March)

Specialty St. Patrick's themed cookies and color-your-own cookie kits

Frosted Frenzy:

Specialty St. Patrick's Day themed cupcakes and flavors

Vistancia on Thursday 3/16 5:30-7:30PM

St. Thomas More in Glendale on Saturday 3/18 5:00-8:00PM

Sparkling Divine:

St. Patrick's Day themed rainbow vanilla funfetti snack cake (all of March)

McDonald's:

Because a yearly shamrock shake is basically a Midwest right of passage!

It's Soup Weather

upperwestsidephx@gmail.com (Bryan Mortensen) — Fri, 17 Feb 2023 01:11:21 GMT

Brrr! Warm up with a bowl of soup!

It’s been an unusually chilly Winter in Phoenix, which means it’s soup weather! Check out our list of favorite soups that you can find on the Upper West Side PHX!

Best Chicken Noodle:

Kawaii Sushi (chicken with rice noodles)

Chompie's (chicken noodle or matzo ball)

Best Chicken & Rice:

Greek Palace (chicken lemon rice)

Barrio Queen (caldo tlalpeño)

Best Spicy:

Sala Thai (tom kha gai)

Best Pho:

Hello Vietnam (shrimp or grilled steak pho)

Best Pozole:

Mochilero (pozole verde)

Best Creamy:

Panera (broccoli cheese)

Best Won Ton:

Abacus Inn (wor wonton)

Best Curry:

Sala Thai (panang chicken)

Tom Yum (panang or yellow)

Pad Thai Cafe (yellow)

Best Drive-Thru:

Salad & Go seasonal soups (currently chicken pot pie)

Drop us a comment on our social media post to tell us your favorite spots for soup on the #upperwestsidephx ! Stay warm!

UWSPHX Holiday Gift Guide 2022

Tue, 22 Nov 2022 14:54:29 GMT

Our annual #uwsphxgiftguide is here for the 2022 holiday season! You can find ALL of these gifts in the West Valley and just in time for Black Friday, Small Business Saturday, and Cyber Monday! We included small businesses, a few big businesses, and a few Northwest Valley-based online businesses. Remember to keep your spending in our community. Sales tax helps fund city services and a thriving business community encourages other highly desired retailers and restaurants to open locations in our community. Did you know that when you shop at small local businesses $43 out of $100 goes back into the community? Now you know! So #shopsmall and #shoplocal on the #upperwestsidephx this holiday season!

GIFT IDEAS FOR MEN

-hats ( Cactus Taproom , Scorpion Bay, Peoria Artisan Brewery, Lake Pleasant Brewing)

-craft beer (Cactus Taproom, Peoria Artisan, Lake Pleasant Brewing, Richter Ale Works)

-bbq rub (Lee-Bone's Fine Meats)

-gourmet popcorn ( Roka )

-funny highball glasses (Roka)

-Iconic Cocktail mixers ( Nest Home & Co. )

-custom t-shirts, sweatshirts, and hats ( Tiny Soldier )

-unlimited carwash pass ( Mr. Shine )

-socks (Stance at Arrowhead Towne Center )

-lululemon pace breaker shorts (lululemon at Arrowhead Towne Center)

-sports apparel from various teams (Just Sports at Arrowhead Towne Center)

-freeze dried pizza, cheesecake, and candy ( Freeze Me at 85 Local)

-wooden art and custom goods (Desert Dapple Co. at 85 Local)

-wine, wine gift basket, or wine club membership ( Turquoise Wine Bar )

-Aveda products for men (Secrets Hair Salon)

-coffee (Well Coffee)

-books (Barnes & Noble)

-golf apparel (Quintero Golf Club)

GIFT IDEAS FOR WOMEN

-graphic t-shirts and sweatshirts (Roka)

-clear Hammitt crossbody bag or wristlet (Roka)

-funny wine and cocktail glasses (Roka)

-gorjana jewelry (Roka)

-soft pajamas (Roka)

-eNewton jewelry (Signatures)

-Beekman 1802 hand lotion (Signatures)

-Ella B occassion candles (Signatures)

-ornaments for every personality and interest (Signatures)

-Nora Fleming serving dishes and minis (Signatures)

-mudpie serving dishes (Signatures)

-funny tea towels (Nest Home & Co.)

-Capri Blue metallic candles (Nest Home & Co.)

-Cedar Mountain dough bowl candles (Nest Home & Co.)

-Iconic Cocktail mixers (Nest Home & Co.)

-cactus ornaments (Nest Home & Co.)

-glass cold brew coffee cup ( NW Coffee )

-coffee & chaos" hat (NW Coffee)

-earrings (Eilynn Rose at 85 Local or online)

-funny stirs sticks and keychains (Twig & Lace at 85 local)

-stickers and cards (Bell & Whistle at 85 Local)

-Arizona/Local ornaments (85 Local)

-gold bracelets (Neon Cactus Studio online)

-Aveda products, gift sets, and gift baskets (Secrets Hair Salon)

-workout clothes (YogaSix, barre3, lululemon at Arrowhead Towne Center, Athleta at Park West )

-lululemon everywhere belt bag & all night festival bag (lululemon at Arrowhead Towne Center)

-lululemon tech gloves (lululemon at Arrowhead Towne Center)

-joggers (Athleta at Park West)

-Bombas socks (Athleta at Park West)

-vintage shirts and hats ( The Grand Project Shoppe at Park West)

-wish and gratitude jars (The Grand Project Shoppe)

-wood and resin serving board and utensils (The Grand Project Shoppe)

-painted espresso mugs (The Grand Project Shoppe)

-purse tassel (Tassels Pops & Love online)

-unlimited carwash pass (Mr. Shine)

-wine, wine gift basket, wine club membership (Turquoise Wine Bar)

-Stanley cups (Dick's Sporting Goods at Arrowhead Towne Center)

-Quay gift card for sunnies (Quay at Arrowhead Towne Center)

-coffee (Well Coffee)

-books (Barnes & Noble)

OUT OF TOWN RECIPIENTS:

-cactus ornaments (Nest Home & Co.)

-Ceretta's candy (AJ's Fine Foods or online)

-See's candy (Arrowhead Towne Center or online)

TEENS/YOUNG ADULTS:

-soft pajamas (Aerie at Arrowhead Towne Center, The Grand Project Shoppe at Park West)

-Nike shoes and socks (Dicks Sporting Goods at Arrowhead Towne Center)

-Lush bath bombs (lush at Arrowhead Towne Center)

-lululemon everywhere belt bag (lululemon at Arrowhead Towne Center)

-lululemon uplifting bow scrunchie (lululemon at Arrowhead Towne Center)

-hot cocoa and cute cookies (Stash Bakery at 85 Local)

-gift cards (Wow Wow Lemonade, NW Coffee, Well Coffee, Cabin Coffee)

KIDS/BABY:

-Legos (LEGO Store at Arrowhead Towne Center, Bricks & Minifigs)

-candy (Freeze Me at 85 local, Tiffany's Candy Co. online)

-baby headbands and bows (Pretty Little Weed at 85 Local)

-trendy baby items (Signatures)

-baby gift sets (Hello Duchess AZ online)

-Athleta Girl high-rise tights (Athleta girl at Park West)

-classes for anything from dance to robotics ( Copper Hills Center for the Arts )

-holiday apron, spatula, and cookie mat (Aldi)

EXPERIENCES:

-professional photos by local photographer Lesley Bodwell Photography

- Breakthrough smash room and splatter paint room

-Copper Hills Center for the Arts classes

-boat, paddle board, or kayak rentals

-Paqua Park obstacle course at Scorpion Bay

-Lake Pleasant Cruises

-KTR Glendale and local trampoline parks

-craft studios

-Candle Chemistry at Park West

-Wildlife World Zoo

-movie theater gift cards to Harkins or AMC

LOCAL RESTAURANT GIFT CARDS:

- Cantina Gueros

- Haymaker

- Lakeside Bar & Grill

- Mochilero Kitchen

- Squid Ink Sushi

- Urban Margarita

LOCAL BEAUTY/SPA GIFT CARDS & PRODUCTS:

- Polished By Mai

- Beauty Secrets Collective

- Injx Bar

- Krystal Clear Skin Spa

- The Beauty Method

- The Lash & Skin Lounge by Nikki Nixon

- Matriarch Salon

- Secrets Hair Salon

- Sinful Blowdry Bar

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Local Holiday Shopping Guide

upperwestsidephx@gmail.com (Bryan Mortensen) — Sun, 20 Nov 2022 14:14:47 GMT

Here is our guide to shopping local on the #upperwestsidephx this holiday season! We’re sure you’ll find the perfect gift for anyone on your list with this list of local stores, online boutiques, and ideas for gifting experiences! What are you gifting this holiday season?

Brick and mortar retail stores:

Nest Home & Co.

Roka Boutique

SIGNATURES INVITATIONS & GIFTS

The Grand Project Shoppe

85 Local

Stage Me Fancy Boutique

Haus by Hartman Haus

Tortoise & Hare Sports

barre3 (North Peoria)

YogaSix (Lake Pleasant)

Bricks and MiniFigs North Phoenix

Z's Fine Jewelry

Cactus Taproom Beer & Wine Bar

Turquoise Wine Cellar & Tasting Room

Online shopping from locally based businesses:

The Tiny Soldier (custom screen printing & embroidery)

Blushing Cactus Boutique

Bundle x Joy (for dogs)

Gift experiences, non-tangibles, and ideas for busy people who have everything:

Lake Pleasant Cruises

Breakthrough Smash Room

Candle Chemistry (Peoria)

She's Crafty

Copper Hills Center For the Arts (classes)

Mr Shine (wash books)

Fixin' To Eat (meal prep)

Photoshoot session

Wine or beer club memberships

Gift cards for facials, blowouts, mani/pedis, dining, etc.

Check out our online business directory for more recommendations: https://www.uwsphx.com/business-directory

Remember to keep your money in the West Valley to show other businesses how much spending power we have! Check out these West Valley shopping centers:

Arrowhead Towne Center (7700 W. Arrowhead Towne Center, Glendale, AZ)

Shop Park West

The Shops at Norterra

Westgate Entertainment District

Check back later this week for our #uwsphxgiftguide !

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Fourth Quarter 2022 Update

upperwestsidephx@gmail.com (Bryan Mortensen) — Tue, 15 Nov 2022 14:09:30 GMT

UPDATE 11/15/22:

We haven’t posted an update in a while and that’s because there are a lot of projects we are still waiting to get an update on. Construction costs are through the roof across the board, so many commercial projects (not necessarily here, but everywhere) are delayed or being put on hold until prices stabilize and make it feasible to build. It’s very complex with lenders, interest rates, material shortages, hight tenant rent prices to offset construction costs, etc. We will continue monitoring projects across the Valley and hope to have more info in a few months.

For now, here is the info we have:

- Athleta is now open at Shop Park West

- BIGS Sports Bar & Grill Peoria is now open at P83 (former Hooters)

- Bobazona is now open at P83 across from Harkins

- Fry's Food Stores is now open along I-17 at Jomax

- Injx Bar is now open behind Sprouts at Four Corners

- Kitchen Gourmet is now open at Park West

- KTR Glendale is now open on 83rd Ave. just south of Union Hills (former LA Fitness)

- Lucky’s Pizza is now open at 99th Ave. & Beardsley (former Cheezeheads)

- The Grand Project Shoppe is now open at Park West

- Turquoise Wine Cellar & Tasting Room is open at 83rd & Union Hills (near Arrowhead Grill)

- Construction is beginning on Round1 at Arrowhead Towne Center (7700 W. Arrowhead Towne Center, Glendale, AZ)

- Robyn’s Nest is now Nest Home & Co.

- Big Lots is opening before the end of the year at Four Corners (former Bed Bath & Beyond)

- Bourbon & Bones Chophouse and Bar is tentatively opening at 83 Marketplace in January

- We do not have opening timelines for the other 2 restaurants at 83 Marketplace yet (The Stetson Social & The Dexter Public House)

- We do not have an opening timeline for Postino WineCafe at P83 yet

- The Vig is opening at Park West in the Spring 2023

- Over Easy Restaurant is coming soon to 67th Ave. & Deer Valley (former Chase bank)

- PLAYzona is coming soon to 83rd Ave. & Union Hills (former Playgrounds)

- Stout Concepts is coming soon to P83 (former Modern Round)

- Chick-fil-A is NOT building on the land they own at Four Corners next to Brake Masters so there are no longer any set plans for them to open in the area

- Paloma Park phase 2 is on hold due to construction costs

- We are trying to gather more information on potential commercial projects along Lake Pleasant Pkwy. near Jomax. Please stay tuned for more info coming in the next few days!

- You can find past updates on our " Blog " tab and info on what is New and/or Coming Soon on our " Coming Soon " tab

- If you find value in the work we do, please consider signing up for our Patreon to help us continue to do the work advocating for our community

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Third Quarter 2022 Update

upperwestsidephx@gmail.com (Bryan Mortensen) — Tue, 16 Aug 2022 14:00:02 GMT

UPDATE posted 8/16/22:

- Andretti Indoor Karting & Games is going in next to Topgolf near Westgate with a tentative 2024 opening

- Athleta is opening at Park West (99th & Northern) at the end of 2023

- BUTTA CAKES is NOW OPEN at Sunrise Promenade and seriously delicious!

- Dutch Bros Coffee is NOW OPEN at 35th and Happy Valley

- Harkins Theatres at Four Corners is tentatively scheduled to open in March 2023

- Mici Italian is opening a location in Vistancia but the exact location and opening timeline are still TBD

- Prasada in Surprise (303 & Waddell) just announced additional new restaurant tenants including Lou Malnati's and Cold Beers & Cheeseburgers , in addition to the already announced OHSO Brewery- Arcadia , Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant , Barrio Queen , and Firebirds Wood Fired Grill

- Salad and Go is NOW OPEN at 83rd Ave. & Thunderbird Rd.

- Slim Chickens is going in at 35th Ave. & Happy Valley with a tentative 2023 opening

- Turquoise Wine Cellar & Tasting Room at 83rd Ave. & Union Hills is tentatively scheduled to open August 31st

- Peoria Film Fest is October 13-16 and they will be showing a film we specifically requested so save the date!

- Phase 2 of Paloma Park (in addition to other municipal projects) is currently on hold due to cost of building materials and supply chain issues that cannot guarantee delivery of necessary equipment and building components

- The Deer Valley/Williams bridge from 109th Ave. to 115th Ave. is NOW OPEN

- The construction on Lake Pleasant Pkwy. at Carefree Hwy. is for a Shell gas station

- The land that has been cleared along Happy Valley Rd. near 75th Ave. is for homes for the next phase of Aloravita by builder Ashton Woods Homes

- The building going in next to Taco Bell/Mountainside Fitness at Four Corner is for an Indian specialty grocery store.

- The Federal CHIPS and Science Act was passed last week, opening up additional opportunities for the U.S., and specifically Arizona, to bring in more semiconductor chip manufacturing and supporting businesses

- ShopCore just sold Lake Pleasant Pavilion (the shopping center at the SW corner of Lake Pleasant & Happy Valley but not including the Target store) so we’re actively working on reaching the new owners to see if they have any planned changes

-We attended PHOENIX magazine 's “Best of the Valley” event this past weekend and got the chance to talk to managers from Postino WineCafe and OHSO Brewery- Paradise Valley , plus many other businesses, and hype the Upper West Side!

- This is all the information we have at this time. Please check back often for updates.

- If you value the information we provide, please consider supporting our community advocacy efforts by becoming a Patron at www.patreon.com/uwsphx ($5 gets you entered to win a $100 Postino gift card if you sign up by August 26th) or volunteering to help on one of our committees -You can find past updates on our Blog and info on what is New and/or Coming Soon on our website www.uwsphx.com

UPDATE posted 8/2/22:

- Bourbon & Bones Chophouse and Bar at 83 Marketplace is tentatively scheduled to open at the end of this year.

- Brushfire Tacos Y Tapas breaks ground at 35th Ave. & Happy Valley next week and is tentatively scheduled to open by the end of this year

- BUTTA CAKES opens at Sunrise Promenade this weekend!

- Dutch Bros Coffee opens at 35th and Happy Valley this Friday!

- EōS Fitness has started construction at Camino A Lago Marketplace (Deer Valley & Lake Pleasant Pkwy.).

- Turquoise Wine Cellar & Tasting Room at 83rd Ave. & Union Hills is tentatively scheduled to open at the end of this month!

- A Shell gas station being built on Lake Pleasant Pkwy. at Carefree Hwy. north of Wild Horse West.

- The land that has been cleared along Happy Valley Rd. near 75th Ave. is for homes for the next phase of Aloravita. We are working on getting more information.

- The building going on next to Taco Bell/Mountainside Fitness at Four Corner is for an Indian specialty gro cery store.

NOW OPEN: Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen (Bell Rd.), Ike's Sandwiches (Bell Rd.), Ono Hawaiian BBQ (Bell Rd.), Lola Coffee (83rd Ave. & Deer Valley), Salt Tacos y Tequila (Norterra)

- We do NOT have a timeline for Harkins Theatres at Four Corners or The Shops at Lake Pleasant at Four Corners (in front of Mr. Shine/Home Depot) yet.

- Vestar has the following tenants listed online for The Shops at Lake Pleasant: In-N-Out, Handel’s Ice Cream, Raising Cane’s, Over Easy, Christian Brothers Automotive, Honor Health, and a nail salon (see our BLOG www.uwsphx.com/blog for a map)

- An updated list of tenants at Prasada in Surprise (303 & Waddell) can be found at: www .villageatprasada.com/leasing

- We’re still trying to get updates on QuikTrip at 115th & Happy Valley, Mr Fries Man️ , KTR Glendale , Fry's Food Stores in Vistancia, other Vistancia projects, The Dexter Public House at 83 Marketplace, The Stetson Social at 83 Marketplace, a Porsche dealership, construction on 75th south of Deer Valley, and much more! Stay tuned…

- It takes A LOT of hours to dig through permits, government sites, make calls, send emails, etc. to gather this info. If you value the information we provide, please consider helping by becoming a volunteer or patron at www.patreon.com/uwsphx

- Anyone that signs up to be a patron for $5 or more through our Patreon by August 26th is automatically entered to win a $100 Postino gift card!

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Hotels at Lake Pleasant Pkwy. & Jomax

upperwestsidephx@gmail.com (Bryan Mortensen) — Wed, 27 Jul 2022 13:33:41 GMT

UPDATE: A development application has been submitted to the City of Peoria to put in 2 hotels, 2 drive thru restaurants, and a small retail complex on the northwest corner of Lake Pleasant Pkwy. & Jomax Rd. PLEASE KEEP READING FOR ALL THE DETAILS.

Here is what we know and how you can help:

-The site is already zoned for commercial use and has been zoned that way since 1992

-This means there is NO required public process, meetings, etc. for community input

-The City of Peoria legally CANNOT limit what businesses go in there (with the exception written into zoning code such as pawn shops, check cashing, etc.)

-The hotels are a Home2Suites by Hilton and a Springhill Suites by Marriott

-The developers are the same developers that put in hotels in the Salt River Complex area on Pima Rd.

-There are currently no hotels north of Bell Rd. in Peoria and the taxes that come in from hotels help fund essential city services

-The two restaurants are unknown at this time, but one is suspected to be Dutch Bros.

-This will be a 3 phase project with phase 1 being Home2Suites, phase 2 being restaurants/retail, and phase 3 being Springhill Suites.

-The only oversight the city has now is on the site plan and design review of the property. This allows them to work with the developer to request that they are bringing in the highest quality product from a design standpoint, complete with lush landscaping, ample parking, noise barriers, etc.

-Simply put, this development CANNOT be stopped, BUT we are hoping to sit down and speak with the developer to come to some sort of compromise that accomplishes their goals AND adds some value to our community.

-If you have CONSTRUCTIVE FEEDBACK, suggestions on site setup, design, etc. please email them to chris.Jasper@peoriaaz.gov within the next week.

Some examples of CONSTRUCTIVE FEEDBACK regarding what you would like to see included in this project are:

-Hotels set back from the road

-No bright colors on the signs or facade

-Stone work and other natural elements to blend with the desert aesthetic

-Specific points of entry/exit to the complex to accommodate traffic

-Sidewalks to walk within the complex

-A “resort style” pool that is not just a rectangle in the middle of the parking lot with walls on all sides

-Grass/turf, landscaping, fire pits, grills, a banquet room to host community events, on-site food or work with a local business to supply food

-A high quality restaurant in the retail section

-See graphic above for additional info

We are looking for the best possible solutions! Please do NOT submit feedback stating that you do not want anything built there since that is not an option and just a waste of time and city resources. As a side note, please keep in mind that if you try to push a developer out, you never know what the next one will come along with and it could just get worse and worse.

Official comments need to be emailed to the email address listed above! Feel free to leave respectful and constructive comments below so we can get a sense of the community’s thoughts on this and take them back to the developer if we are able to get a meeting with them. If you are able to, please sign up to be a patron through our Patreon page www.patreon.com/uwsphx as we do not get paid for any of this type of work that we do to advocate on behalf of the community.

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Second Quarter 2022 Updates

upperwestsidephx@gmail.com (Bryan Mortensen) — Fri, 29 Apr 2022 13:30:36 GMT

UPDATE posted 6/9/22:

- The Stetson Social is tentatively opening at 83 Marketplace at the end of the Summer

- Bourbon & Bones Chophouse and Bar is tentatively opening at 83 Marketplace late Fall

- The Dexter Public House is tentatively opening at 83 Marketplace late Fall 2022

- Salt Tacos y Tequila is now open at Norterra

- Times Square Restaurant is now open on Bell Rd. at 57th Ave. (Walmart center)

- Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen is opening July 18th at the NE corner of Bell Rd. at 83rd Ave.

- KTR Glendale is expected to open later this month at 83rd Ave. & Union Hills (former LA Fitness)

- Turquoise Wine Cellar & Tasting Room is expected to open late Summer at 83rd Ave. & Union Hills (near Arrowhead Grill)

- The former QT at 83rd Ave. & Union Hills will be a Dental Depot

- Mr Fries Man️ is opening this Summer to 83rd Ave. & Lake Pleasany Pkwy. (near Goodwill)

- Carolina's Mexican Food is opening a Glendale location late Summer at 59th Ave. & Greenway

- We previously posted an update on Four Corners (The Shops at Lake Pleasant) that you can find on our blog at: www.uwsphx.com/blog

We have more updates coming soon so be sure that your notifications are on!

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UPDATE posted 5/28/22:

Various permits have been approved for The Shops at Lake Pleasant, which is the new shopping center at Four Corners directly along Lake Pleasant Pkwy. that will run in front of Home Depot, Wendy’s, Mr. Shine, etc. The following businesses will be tentatively opening there: Over Easy, Handel’s Ice Cream, Raising Cane's, Christian Brothers Automotive, Cinnaholic, Visionworks, DECA Dental Group, Restore Wellness & Cryotherapy, and European Wax Center. We have not been able to confirm In-N-Out yet, but we believe that is a strong possibility as well! We are hoping to get more info about additional tenants soon and will be sure to post as we hear more.

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UPDATE posted 4/29/22:

- 85 Local , a new store featuring local goods, is now open behind Donutsville on 83rd Ave. north of Beardsley

- Big Lots is going in the former Bed, Bath, & Beyond space at Four Corners

- BUTTA CAKES is tentatively expecting to open in May

- BoSa Donuts Lake Pleasant is now open at Four Corners (next to Cafe Rio)

- Burlington is now open on Bell Rd. at 77th Ave. in the former Barnes & Noble

- Cinnaholic is rumored to be coming to Four Corners in the new area being developed in front of Home Depot.

- Five Guys is now open at Norterra

- Fry’s is moving forward with building in Vistancia at the SE corner of Lone Mountain and El Mirage Rd. From what we understand, this is part of a “Planned Community Development” zoned area that has been in place since Vistancia began.

- Handel’s Ice Cream is rumored to be coming to Four Corners in the new area being developed in front of Home Depot.

- Jet's Pizza is now open at 67th Ave. & Beardsley

- Lola Coffee is not yet open at 83rd Ave. & Deer Valley and there is no opening timeline that we know of

- OverEasy is rumored to be coming to Four Corners in the new area being developed in front of Home Depot.

- Pacific Seafood Buffet Glendale is open in their relocated location on Bell Rd. at 59th Ave.

- Pad Thai Cafe is now open at 51st Ave. & Union Hills

- Paleta Bar is coming soon to 83rd Ave. & Union Hills in the former Rita’s

- Target at Four Corners is getting a remodel, which is what the construction you see in the parking lot is for

- The Stillery, Happy Valley is now open across from Norterra

- The Vig is coming soon to Park West

- The former QT at 83rd Ave. & Union Hills is going to be a Dental Depot

This is all the info we have at this time. No word yet on a Chick-fil-A , In-N-Out Burger , QT, etc. We will continue to keep you updated as we receive information. For more info on other businesses that are coming soon, check out our COMING SOON page .

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The Trailhead Follow-Up & Update

upperwestsidephx@gmail.com (Bryan Mortensen) — Tue, 12 Apr 2022 13:00:16 GMT

Last night the Peoria City Council approved re-zoning at the NE corner of 83rd Ave. & Happy Valley Rd. for The Trailhead! We are super excited about this mixed-use master-planned development and all that it will bring to our awesome #upperwestsidephx community! Construction will tentatively begin this Fall and you can find details about this project on our prior blog posts.

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Posted 4/12/22:

After the Peoria Planning & Zoning Commission UNANIMOUSLY passed all three re-zoning cases related to "The Trailhead" last week, we wanted to take a moment to address some of the points brought up by the opposition at that meeting. We cannot let fear, misinformation, and threats to our community and it’s leaders sway us from having the type of quality development our community wants and deserves. If you have questions or concerns, please read our previous blog here, as well as the additional info below, and watch the Planning & Zoning Commission Meeting here .*

Point/Counterpoint:

1. Apartments decrease property value

This is an often-assumed MYTH. The U.S. Census Bureau found that working communities with multifamily dwellings actually have higher property values than working communities without them. Example: Scottsdale

2. Higher population density requires more police presence

“In actuality, when police data is analyzed on a per unit basis, the rate of police activity in apartment communities is no worse than in single family subdivisions, and in many cases, is lower than in single family areas.” ~ Joint Center for Housing Studies, Harvard University

3. Traffic concerns

The city can better plan for and regulate the increased traffic when working with a single developer versus several different land owners developing individual parcels over a period of time. The developer will be responsible for making traffic improvements as part of this project and the developer of Aloravita South will be responsible to continue those improvements when they begin building. There are plans to add a light at 83rd Ave. & Jomax in the future. There is no evidence that renters drive any differently than homeowners. Please refer to comments from the city traffic engineer during last week's meeting for more information.

4. Increase in school-aged children attending our already overcrowded public schools

The multi-family project consists of mostly 1 and 2 bedroom units that have very little impact on the school system based on other similar apartment complexes. A far larger impact would be felt should there be 110 single family homes place on this property. Multi-family focused on 1 and 2 bedroom units relieve stress on school over single family residential. This area is zoned for Peoria Unified School District. The school district has not submitted opposition to this project.

5. 3-story apartments affect natural landscape

The multi-family homes are graded to 8 feet lower than 83rd Ave. and will therefore have a visual effect more akin to a 2 story building. The rest of the current "open desert" NE of 83rd Ave. & Happy Valley will become 1 and 2 story single family residential homes as part of Aloravita South. That was approved in 2011.

6. The residents chose to move here based on current zoning in place

Zoning and city General Plans change over time to adapt and address the demographics of an evolving housing market. This is best laid out by the City of Peoria General Plan 2040 that was approved by voters in 2020. See below from General Plan 2040: 1.3 WHAT HAS CHANGED? Although many of the positive and valued attributes of Peoria remain the same, many community conditions have changed in the decade since the adoption of the 2009 General Plan. Since the last substantive update in 2009, which was ratified by Peoria voters in 2010, the city has experienced an evolving economic landscape, along with meaningful growth and physical development. Additionally, advancements in technologies, and efforts in the areas of sustainability, diversification of the workforce, and quality of life are now topics at the forefront of the conversation, which impacts land use and other growth-related decisions. Other core issues and opportunities facing Peoria have changed and evolved, which were not reflected in the 2010 plan. For example, demographics, such as population age and composition of households have changed, and an updated long-range plan and vision is necessary to reflect changes in community characteristics. Additionally, local, regional and national economic changes have occurred over the past decade, which necessitate an updated economic development strategy to remain competitive with other jurisdictions for business sector development and expansion. The resulting PlanPeoriaAZ 2040 General Plan establishes goals, policies and strategies to define a targeted approach addressing what has changed within Peoria.

7. Fireside at Norterra is a prime example of the increase in crime since the apartments were developed surrounding the community.

Please see data below:

Here are two easy ways for you to voice your support for this project:

1. EMAIL PEORIA CITY COUNCIL BY THURSDAY, APRIL 14th: In your email, provide the reasons WHY you support this project, and if you’re a Peoria city resident be sure to include that information. Peoria city residents are who they need to hear from. Right now they are being flooded with emails by opposers of the project. Email them today to let them know you support this project. Your email should go to: Planning@peoriaaz.gov and Cody.gleason@peoriaaz.gov

2. MAKE IT A PRIORITY TO SHOW UP! - We NEED to FILL the seats and Request to Speak! Even if you don’t wish to speak in front of the Council, PLEASE come and be present so when they ask for those in support of the project to please stand, they can see that there are plenty of us who support this project! When: APRIL 19th (6 pm - 8 pm) - DOORS OPEN AT 5:30 PM Where: Peoria City Council Chamber8401 W Monroe St. Peoria, Arizona 85345

*A note on the video for those that have not attended these meetings before: Those with their backs to the camera presenting are city Planning & Zoning staff, whose job it is to get all the facts and make a recommendation to the Commission on whether they think a case is acceptable and should be approved in the best interest of the city or not. Those facing the camera are the Planning & Zoning Commission members. They are our citizens’ oversight committee.They are not elected officials, but residents just like the rest of us. So the Planning Department reviewed this case and found it acceptable, then it went to the Commission and was approved by the citizens on that commission, and now it goes to City Council for final approval.

First Quarter 2022 Updates

upperwestsidephx@gmail.com (Bryan Mortensen) — Fri, 25 Feb 2022 03:18:21 GMT

UPDATE posted 3/23/22:

There is a lot of construction going on in the area! Here is some information on a few things we have been getting questions about.

-The Deer Valley/Williams bridge over the Agua Fria River connecting 109th Ave. to El Mirage/117th Ave. is coming along! The project is expected to be completed at the end of this year. More info: https://www.maricopa.gov/5694/Deer-Valley-Road

-The trucks on the NE corner of 83rd Ave. & Happy Valley Rd. are there for the resurfacing of 83rd Ave. from Happy Valley to Jomax that is taking place today and tomorrow. More info: https://www.peoriaaz.gov/.../streets/street-improvements

-Aloravita Phase 3 is under construction between 67th Ave. and 75th Ave. north of Jomax. Blasting and drilling begins this week. More info: https://www.aloravitaphase3.com

-A developer just closed on a huge piece of land in north Peoria that is one of the last remaining undeveloped master-planned community projects in Peoria. It will be north of Vistancia and is in the very early stages. More info: https://www.abc15.com/.../texas-developer-buys-5-000...

As always, if you see something and have questions about it that we have not addressed in our previous updates (see blog), please ask and we will look into it.

#upperwestsidephx #uwsphx #westvalleyaz #peoriaaz #glendaleaz #growglendale #vistancia #arrowheadaz #construction #tsmc #cre

UPDATE posted 2/23/22:

Re-zoning was approved for a Waste Transfer Station at the 303 & El Mirage Rd.

UPDATE posted 2/15/22:

- BoSa Donuts is tentatively opening in March

- Harkins Theatres Dine-In Therater is currently under construction and tentatively opening at the end of 2022 at Four Corners in the former Sports Chalet

- Harumi Sushi is now open at Sunrise Promenade at Four Corners

- Hash Kitchen is opening a second West Valley location in the former Giordano’s at P83. They are crushing it at Park West because the West Valley in the place to be!

- Kids That Rip (KTR) is tentatively opening in April on 83rd Ave. south of Union hills in the former LA Fitness.

- Turquoise Wine Cellar & Tasting Room is opening in the same complex as Arrowhead Grill in the Summer of 2022.

- Lake Pleasant Brewing Co. opened last week on Rose Garden at 19th Ave.

- Smokey Joe's Hot Dogs is opening in the Spring at P83.

- Someburros is going in at 83rd Ave. and Thunderbird.

- 83 Marketplace is under construction and you can find a list of phase 1 tenants tentatively opening Summer/Fall of 2022 at https://www.83marketplace.com

- The Shops at Lake Pleasant are in the beginning phases of construction at Four Corners in front of Home Depot, Wendy’s, etc. Tenants TBD. We will post an update ASAP.

- The Maricopa County B oard of Supervisors meeting is on February 23rd at 9:30AM regarding the final approval for the Republic Services Waste Transfer Station at the 303 and El Mirage Rd.

UPDATE 1/27/22:

- Kids That Rip is going in the former LA Fitness on 83rd Ave. south of Union Hills

- QT has submitted an application with Maricopa County to build at Happy Valley Rd. and the 303.

- Someburros is opening 2 locations: one at 83rd Ave. & Thunderbird and one at Norterra Pkwy. & Jomax

- StretchLab is now open at Sunrise Promenade at Four Corners

- Talks are underway about a mixed-use/commercial development in Vistancia, known as the Vistancia Commercial Core (VCC). This encompasses land behind the Safeway complex running from Vistancia Blvd. all the way to Lone Mountain. This is in the preliminary phases and we will continue to keep you updated.

- There is a "build-to-rent" style multi-family complex that is proposed to be going in at Jomax & Lake Pleasant Pkwy. There is not a scheduled re-zoning hearing for this yet.

- The re-zoning for the proposed Republic Services Waste Transfer Station at the 303 and El Mirage Rd. was approved by the Maricopa County Zoning Commission today and will now move forward to the Maricopa County Board of Supervisors for final approval.

- We do NOT have an updated timeline for the opening of Harumi Sushi or Bosa Donuts at this time.

2021: Another Crazy Year In Review

upperwestsidephx@gmail.com (Bryan Mortensen) — Fri, 07 Jan 2022 03:07:57 GMT

YEAR IN REVIEW: 2021 had it’s bright spots and it’s dark spots. It has been a difficult year for a lot of people, but we want to take a brief moment to recap some of the GOOD things that happened on the Upper West Side in 2021. Businesses in this area are thriving! Many #uwsphx businesses are reporting higher sales than pre-pandemic. As our area continues to grow, the Northwest Valley has never been in a better position to attract high-quality new businesses!

Check out some of the places that opened 2021 (a full list can be found here ):

Barnes & Noble
Eggstasy at Norterra
Lee Bone’s Fine Meats
Lifetime Fitness
Lola Coffee
Mac Shack
Matt’s Big Breakfast
Pop Up Peoria Boutique at Park West
Portillo’s
QT at 35th & Happy Valley
Red Effect Infrared Fitness at Norterra
Salad and Go
Twin Tails Cageless Grooming
Twisted Sugar
Yoga Six
Urban Outfitters at Arrowhead Towne Center
Westside Jazz & Blues

Check back next week for list of places we’re excited to see open on the Upper West Side in 2022! As Taylor said, "I don't know about you, but I'm feeling 22!"

For those of you that haven’t heard, our VP Kristi’s 7 year-old daughter was diagnosed with cancer shortly before Thanksgiving. She underwent surgery and is currently undergoing chemo. Although things are going relatively well, the last 2 months have been very difficult for her family. The community support they have received has been nothing short of amazing!!! Thank you! Please continue to keep them in your thoughts and prayers and if you would like to donate, you can do so at: www.gofundme.com/carsonconquerscancer There is no Meal Train due to concerns about Carson’s compromised immune system and dietary restrictions. If you’d like to send a card, gift card, etc. you can mail it to:

Upper West Side PHX

Attn: #carsonconquerscancer

6635 W. Happy Valley Rd.

#A104 -271

Glendale, AZ 85310

Thank you to everyone for your continued support (and patience with me learning to use Instagram with Kristi temporarily out) as we ended a another difficult year. We hosted 25+ giveaways worth over $5,000 in 2021! We also surpassed 25,000 followers this year with Facebook and Instagram, which is beyond our wildest dreams of what this group would become when we started in 2018! The #upperwestsidephx community truly is a very special and wonderfully supportive community! Cheers to 2022!

xoxo, Katie & Kristi

End of 2021 Updates

upperwestsidephx@gmail.com (Bryan Mortensen) — Wed, 24 Nov 2021 02:43:21 GMT

UPDATE posted 11/23/21:

This is a long one, but as a reminder you can find a list with most of this information on the “Coming Soon” tab . All of our past updates are on previous blog posts so we may have already covered your questions in those previous posts. If you value the information we bring to the community and would like to make a donation to help support us, you can donate via multiple platforms under the "Support" tab.

- Anytime Fitness is going in at 39th Ave. & Happy Valley Rd. near Safeway.

- Dutch Bros Coffee & Brushfire Tacos Y Tapas are going in at 37th Ave. & Happy Valley Rd.

-Office buildings are being built at 78th Ave. & Deer Valley. They will be medical or similar in nature to other tenants currently in the surrounding complex.

- Lola Coffee is going in the former Java Grounds space at the SW corner of 83rd Ave. & Deer Valley Rd.

-Multi-family housing is currently being built at Camino A Lago Marketplace on Lake Pleasant Pkwy. south of Deer Valley Rd.

- EōS Fitness will also be going in at Camino A Lago Marketplace on Lake Pleasant Pkwy. south of Deer Valley Rd.

-The dirt lot under construction at Four Corners near Mountainside Fitness is going to be an Indian specialty grocer.

-QT at 115th and Happy Valley is moving forward. They are in the permitting phase.

-New build-to-rent homes are going in at the NE corner of Happy Valley Rd. & El Mirage Rd. near Coldwater Ranch. They are expected to be similar to the new complex at 119th & Happy Valley Rd.

-There is a lot of building going on at 163rd Ave. & Grand. The only confirmed tenants are Fry's Food Stores , Mr Shine , a gas station, and CCV (Christ's Church of the Valley).

-A restaurant called Stout Concepts is going in the former Modern Round at P83. We do not have any additional info at this time.

- Carvana is being built at on the west side of 83rd Ave. just north of Bell Rd.

- Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen is being built at the NW corner of 83rd Ave. & Bell Rd. in the former Pacific Seafood Buffet Glendale , which is relocating to the SW corner of 59th Ave. & Bell Rd.

- ALDI USA is building at the SW corner of 59th Ave. & Bell Rd. but we do not have a timeline.

- Salad and Go at 59th Ave. & Union Hills is expected to open by the end of this year.

-The former QT at 83rd Ave. & Union Hills is being converted to Dental Depot.

-The former Blockbuster/Pet Co. on 67th Ave. north of the 101 near Starbucks is going to be PhysMed Urgent Care.

- Jet's Pizza is going in the former Pizza Hut at 67th Ave. north of the 101.

-A small commercial complex called Argento is going in on 67th Ave. at Pinnacle Peak. There will be approximately a dozen tenants, none of which have been announced, and construction will begin in the first quarter of 2022.

- Twin Tails Cageless Grooming is expected to open mid-December at Sunrise Promenade at Four Corners.

-We do NOT have an updated timeline for when BoSa Donuts or Harumi Sushi are opening at Four Corners, however, construction at Harumi looks to be almost done.

- Eggstasy at Norterra is hoping to open in the coming weeks. They have been delayed due to supply chain issues, which is also likely the reason for other delayed openings. There is a big push at the end of the year for businesses to open for tax purposes so we often see a lot of openings in December.

-We’ve had a few questions about the open land on the SE corner of 91st Ave. & Pinnacle Peak across from Campbell’s. As far as we know nothing is being built but there is usually a Christmas tree lot there.

-The land owner for the Peoria Regional Medical Center (in the space formerly known as “the steel structure”) is working to secure a healthcare operator.

Thanks for following us and for your support! We expect the end of 2021 to be busy on the #upperwestsidephx and we will continue to keep you updated!

#uwsphx

"Wednesday Why" Educational Series

upperwestsidephx@gmail.com (Bryan Mortensen) — Thu, 18 Nov 2021 02:34:10 GMT

We get asked often “why won't X, Y or Z business open on the Upper West Side?” We put together a 6 week "Wednesday Why" educational series on our social media pages, breaking down some of the concerns we hear when recruiting businesses to the area. Below you can find the entire seriees. We have simplified the issues as much as possible for the purpose of social media. We hope this helps you learn more about the process of bringing in businesses to our area and dispels some myths, as well. We are confident that our Upper West Side demographics, buying power, and strong community support will allow businesses to overcome any of these challenges and be profitable when they open in our community.

WEDNESDAY WHY SERIES Week 1: Density

We’ve often heard that the #uwsphx population density is too low to support a business coming to this area. While that may have been the case over a decade ago, the NW Valley has grown exponentially in the last decade. There are 1.7 million people living in the West Valley, over 200,000 residents on the Upper West Side alone, and an estimated 4 million visitors to “Four Corners” (Lake Pleasant Pkwy. & Happy Valley Rd.) shopping centers each year. Zip code 85383 has 55,000+ people (and is continually ranked in the top 10 wealthiest zip codes in Maricopa County), almost all of whom live in the southern half of the zip code, close to Happy Valley Rd. Thousands of homes are currently being built in zip codes 85383 and 85373. Anyone that thinks the Upper West Side doesn’t have the density to support more restaurants and retail needs to make a trip up this way to see the growth that has happened in recent years!

WEDNESDAY WHY SERIES Week 2: Commercial Rent Prices

We’ve often heard that the cost of rent on the #uwsphx is too high. Businesses argue that they could open in Scottsdale for less, which is true. What they are missing, however, is that Scottsdale is an already saturated market whereas the #upperwestsidephx has a pent up demand for restaurants/retail so the potential for a huge ROI makes the rent worth paying. Four Corners has approximately 4 MILLION visitors per year and the area is still growing. Chipotle at Four Corners, for example, is rumored to do 4 times the sales volume of an average Chipotle. We are fortunate that we have not seen very many businesses close as the result of the pandemic in this area, and in fact, it is not uncommon to wait 45 minutes to an hour for a table at a restaurant. Rent may be high, but the potential income will offset it, especially as the area continues to grow and needs more businesses and services to meet the demands of residents.

WEDNESDAY WHY SERIES Week 3: Lunch Crowd

In a post-pandemic world, with tons of people working from home (and no plans to return to an office), the #upperwestsidephx has an increased daytime population and demand for lunch options. The increase in density and population, plus the increase in working from home, has made the suburbs more desirable as less residents commute. Workers are looking to get out of the house and conduct meetings over lunch, rather than in an office. With TSMC and other large employers coming to the West Valley, the daytime population is expected to continue to increase. In addition, the NW Valley is home to a huge entrepreneurial community, affluent and active retirees with disposable income, and stay-at-home parents all looking for a great spot for a lunch!

WEDNESDAY WHY SERIES Week 4: Staffing

This is something we heard was an issue pre-pandemic in our area, but now it is an issue EVERYWHERE, and definitely not unique to the #upperwestsidephx . We won’t even attempt to tackle this huge problems, as it is currently a global issue across all industries. The West Valley has strong workforce development programs and we are optimistic that as our community grows, so will our workforce. In the meantime, let's all be patient with local businesses as they struggle to stay fully staffed to serve our community!

WEDNESDAY WHY SERIES Week 5: Not a Proven Market

We’ve previously been told that upscale businesses are hesitant to come to our area because it is “not a proven market.” We would like to cite the success of Life Time Happy Valley Peoria and Cold Beers & Cheeseburgers , both of which are always packed and not inexpensive, as proof of success in this market. Life Time has the resources to perform extensive market research and they told us they “put a bullseye on North Peoria.” Cold Beers & Cheeseburgers went in a location where multiple restaurants had previously failed, they sell $15+ burgers, and they are doing so well that they are now bringing Bourbon & Bones to the #upperwestsidephx . Our community CAN and WILL support more upscale businesses! We’re ready for you Whole Foods Market , Postino WineCafe , Flower Child , and Drybar (just to name a few)!

WEDNESDAY WHY SERIES Week 6: Available Commercial Spaces

In the current market there are not a lot of vacant commercial spaces, so it’s can be difficult for businesses to find a location to go into on the upperwestsidephx. Many shopping centers that do have vacant spaces have restrictions related to parking. For example, restaurants legally require more parking spaces than something like a dental office. Another issue is that many tenants have non-compete clauses in their contracts, so something like Whole Foods would be blocked from going in the same center as Sprouts, even if there was a space. As more commercial centers are built, this may help alleviate some of the problem, however, many tenants can’t or don’t want to build from the ground up because of the cost associated with it. The same thing goes for some older buildings. Depending on the condition, they may need to be completely gutted to be useable, and that is an expensive undertaking. In other cases, businesses want to own the land and/or building, rather than lease, and there are not a lot of available commercial businesses for sale. Land is expensive in this area to buy and build on, as well.

Fall 2021 Updates

upperwestsidephx@gmail.com (Bryan Mortensen) — Fri, 29 Oct 2021 02:19:48 GMT

UPDATE posted 10/28/21:

Things are coming along at Sunrise Promenade and almost all the new tenant signs are up!

- BUTTA CAKES is opening in Quarter 1 of 2022

- Twin Tails Cageless Grooming is opening in December

- Twisted Sugar is opening on November 13th

- YogaSix is now open for founding members and will be open to the public in a few weeks (you can sign up for a free class on their website)

- Other tenants coming soon (no timeline): Athletico Physical Therapy, Boss Lady Salon, Harumi sushi az , MacMedia Inc . , StretchLab

Recent Openings:

- Dunkin ' on Bell Rd. at 59th Ave.

- Haldi Glendale Indian Cuisine on 59th Ave. at Union Hills

- Lovesac on Bell Rd. at 79th Ave.

- Matt's Big Breakfast on 75th Ave. at Rose Garden

- Papaya Clothing at Arrowhead Towne Center

- Rolling Rack Boutique at Park West (Northern & the 101)

- Tastypot on Bell Rd. at 67th Ave.

Coming Soon:

- BoSa Donuts at Four Corners is opening in December

- Burlington on Bell Rd. (former Barnes & Noble) is opening in Spring 2022

- Eggstasy at Norterra is opening in November

- Jet's Pizza on 67th Ave. at Beardsley (former Pizza Hut) is coming soon (no timeline)

- Lola Coffee at Deer Valley & 83rd Ave. (former coffee shop) is coming soon (no timeline)

- Mr Fries Man️ on 83rd Ave. at Lake Pleasant Pkwy. (former Blimpie) is opening in Quarter 1 of 2022

- Ono Hawaiian BBQ on Bell Rd. & 59th Ave. (next to T Mobile) is coming soon (no timeline)

- Pacific Seafood Buffet is moving to Bell Rd. & 59th Ave. (no timeline)

- Salad and Go at 59th Ave. & Union Hills and 83rd Ave. & Thunderbird are both opening by the end of 2021

- Sola Salons Suites at Four Corners is opening in December

- Urban Outfitters at Arrowhead Towne Center is opening in November

- 83 Marketplace restaurants are aiming for about a year from now

If you hear of something new, please let us know! We're counting on the community to help keep us updated too. We will continue to follow-up and post updates as we receive info.

To see previous updates: https://www.uwsphx.com/blog

To see full list of what is new or coming soon: https://www.uwsphx.com/coming-soon-now-open

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July & August 2021 Updates

upperwestsidephx@gmail.com (Bryan Mortensen) — Thu, 26 Aug 2021 02:09:14 GMT

UPDATE posted 8/26/21:

-Barnes & Noble is opening September 1st in their new space on Bell Rd. at 75th Ave. (next to World Market)!

-F45 North Peoria and 83 Marketplace Dental are now open at 83 Marketplace! Hallelujah for the first openings! Salon Blissful construction is well underway, as well. We do NOT have any confirmed information on restaurants or other tenants or timelines at this time.

-Stretch Lab, YogaSix, Twisted Sugar, and Harumi Sushi at Sunrise Promenade are all tentatively scheduled to open late Fall.

-Bosa Donuts is tentatively scheduled to open in October at Four Corners.

-Someburros, In-N-Out, and Raising Cane’s are all RUMORED to be coming to Four Corners. This has NOT been confirmed and we have no additional info at this time but we’re working on it.

-The former Bed Bath & Beyond at Four Corners is temporarily a Spirit Halloween store and as far as we know, no permanent tenant has been signed after that.

-Sola Salon Suites are going in the former Dress Barn (next to Kirkland’s) at Four Corners with a tentative Fall opening.

-Chick-Fil-A is still evaluating if they will build on the land they own next to Brake Masters at Four Corners.

-Macayo’s is coming to Vistancia in 2023 in the new development surrounding Circle K. No other confirmed tenant updates are available yet.

-We have not been able to get a timeline for QT at 115th Ave. & Happy Valley Rd.

-Salad and Go at 59th Ave. & Union Hills (former Sonic) is under construction and scheduled to open late Fall.

-Salad and Go is also opening a location at 83rd Ave. & Thunderbird and that location is also scheduled to open late Fall.

-Burlington Coat Factory is going in the former Barnes & Noble space on Bell Rd.

-Cheddar’s Scratch Kitchen is going in the former Pacific Seafood Buffet at the NE corner of 83rd Ave. & Bell Rd.

-Love Sac furniture store is opening in the former Blaze Pizza at 77th Ave. & Bell Rd.

-We have not been able to confirm an opening timeline for the new Dunkin Donuts on Bell Rd. at 57th Ave.

-Westside Jazz & Blues is open at the NE corner of 59th Ave. & Bell Rd. (near Cucina Tagliani).

-We’re working to find out what else is under construction at the NE corner of 59th Ave. & Bell Rd. in/near the former T-Mobile.

-Haldi Indian Cuisine is coming soon at 59th Ave. & Union Hills.

-Pad Thai Café is coming soon to 51st Ave. & Union Hills.

-Lee-Bone’s Fine Meats (butcher) is now open at 83rd Ave. & Union Hills.

-Dutch Bros. and Brushfire Tacos y Tapas at 37th Ave. & Happy Valley are both tentatively aiming for a Summer 2022 opening.

-Mesquite Fresh Street Mex is opening at 19th Ave. & Happy Valley this Saturday, August 28th.

-The Stillery, a restaurant/bar and live music venue from Chandler, is coming soon to Norterra.

-Other Norterra information is available on our website (coming soon page or previous blog updates).

-ATL Wings at 83rd Ave. & Thunderbird is now open.

-The Toast is now open in Surprise on Bell Rd. just west of the 303.

-Creamistry is now open at Park West.

-Other Park West information is available on our website (coming soon page or previous blog updates).

-Outta Bronx is opening their first location in the West Valley at 107th Ave. & Olive Ave.

-Construction on the massive Taiwan Semiconductor Plant at the NW intersection of I-17 & the 303 has begun. This is expected to have a HUGE impact on the NW Valley, much like Intel spurred economic development in the East Valley.

-Multiple residential real estate developers have purchased land along the 303 west of I-17 to build homes in anticipation of the Taiwan Semiconductor Plant.

-Construction is underway on a Fry’s Marketplace at I-17 & Jomax.

-We have received mixed info on Legacy Sports Arena at I-17 & Carefree Highway and are working on getting an update, however, the delay appears to be a private matter.

-Correction to our last update: the former Blockbuster/Pet Club at 67th Ave. north of the 101 will be a AplhaMed urgent care, not a physical therapist.

Development and construction are SLOW, but holy cow, it is happening! We are expected to eventually see more offices, a hotel, and many multi-family residential units as developers continue to buy up the land. All of the above will help bring in the specialty restaurants and retail that we want so badly for this area!

UPDATE posted 7/26/21:

-Barnes & Noble at 75th Ave. & Bell is scheduled to open September 15th.

-Bigs, a sports bar from from Fullerton, CA will replace Hooters at P83.

-Cheddar’s is coming to the Arrowhead area in the former Pacific Seafood Buffet location at the NE corner of 83rd Ave. & Bell Rd.

-Dutch Bros. at 37th Ave. & Happy Valley is projected to open Summer 2022. Brushfire Tacos y Tapas next to that will open shortly thereafter.

-Harumi Sushi at Sunrise Promenade at Four Corners is under construction with a projected Fall opening.

-Macayo’s is the first tenant to sign a lease at the new Simon CRE project surrounding Circle K in Vistancia. The first tenants are expected to open at the beginning of 2023. We are working on getting more information as it becomes available.

-Sharkey’s Kids Cuts Peoria opened at Sunrise Promenade at Four Corners this past weekend.

-The Willow, a new wedding venue near 163rd Ave. & Dixileta, is now open.

-Eggstasy, Five Guys, and Salt Tacos y Tequila are projected to open at Norterra in the Fall.

-PXG Golf and Tikka Shack at Norterra are now open.

-The first tenant at 83 Marketplace, 83 Marketplace Dental Care, is opening August 13th.

-F45 Peoria at 83 Marketplace is scheduled to open August 7th.

-Salon Blissful at 83 Marketplace is under construction and expected to open by the end of Summer.

-There is a new site map for the remainder of the property at Lake Pleasant Towne Center but no confirmed tenants yet. The piece of property is directly along Lake Pleasant Pkwy. starting next to Panera and going north to Yearling. There will be multiple drive thru restaurants, some of which are rumored to be In N Out and Raising Cane’s, HOWEVER, those are NOT confirmed.

We are working on getting more information as it becomes available.

May & June 2021 Updates

upperwestsidephx@gmail.com (Bryan Mortensen) — Thu, 24 Jun 2021 02:03:25 GMT

UPDATED 6/23/21:

-83 Marketplace appears to be done and two tenants (F45 and Salon Blissful) have started their build outs. We have no info on additional tenants at this time.

-The former Bed Bath & Beyond at Four Corners has not been leased yet.

-Bosa Donuts is scheduled to open at Four Corners in October and construction is underway.

-The former Hooters at P83 is under demo and will be a burger spot that is new to AZ. We do not have any additional info yet.

-Matt’s Big Breakfast at 75th & Rose Garden appears to be done with construction but they are waiting to open until the can be fully staffed, which is an industry-wide problem currently.

-PXG Golf is now open at Norterra.

-Salad and Go has had some construction delays so they had to push back their opening this month but will be open by the end of Summer. We will let you know if/when we find out the opening date.

-The former Sweet Tomatoes on Bell Rd. appears to be being converted to offices but we have not been able to confirm this.

-Tikka Shack is now open at Norterra.

-The former Zoe’s Kitchen in front of Arrowhead Mall is becoming a PNC Bank.

-We are gathering info from the county about Deer Valley Rd. being expanded west to El Mirage Rd. and will post an update as soon as we have more info.

UPDATED 5/25/21:

- Athletico Physical Therapy is opening in the Fall at Sunrise Promenade adjacent to Harumi Sushi.

- Banner Health Center Plus is now open at 75th Ave. & the 101 (Aspera).

- BoSa Donuts opening at Four Corners has been pushed back to October.

- Brushfire Tacos Y Tapas is coming soon to 35th Ave. & Happy Valley Rd.

- Daniela Jay Boutique is closing at the end of this month at 67th Ave. & Happy Valley.

- Lee-Bone's Fine Meats (butcher) is now open at 83rd Ave. & Union Hills.

- MacMedia Inc. is opening this Summer at Sunrise Promenade near Black Rock Coffee.

- The Mac Shack AZ (mac & cheese restaurant) is now open at 67th Ave. & Happy Valley Rd.

- Pad Thai Café is coming soon to 51st Ave. & Union Hills.

- PopStroke mini golf by Tiger Woods is coming to the Westgate area (no timeline yet).

- PXG Golf is opening this Summer at Norterra.

- Salad and Go exterior construction is almost complete at 83rd Ave. & Deer Valley and it is expected to open at the end of June.

- The Lash Lounge is now open at 67th Ave. & Happy Valley Rd.

- Westside Blues & Jazz z is now open at 59th Ave. & Bell Rd.

- There is a new Jomax exit being added on the 303 between Happy Valley & Lone Mountain. It will connect to Vistancia Blvd. just east of the Safeway Plaza.

- Developers closed on the land last week for Crystal Lagoon water park near Westgate. The project is expected to be done in time for the 2023 Super Bowl.

- There is a new elementary school going through the approval process to be built in 2022/2023 in the Stetson Valley neighborhood near Pinnacle Vista Dr. and Inspiration Mountain Parkway.

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Best of the Valley UWSPHX Nominees- GO VOTE!

upperwestsidephx@gmail.com (Bryan Mortensen) — Mon, 03 May 2021 01:57:47 GMT

The following is a list of Upper West Side businesses* (as defined by the zip codes the #uwsphx community movement covers) that have been nominated for Phoenix Magazine's Best of the Valley 2021! If you love them too, please GO VOTE for them now through May 21st at: https://www.phoenixmag.com/2021/03/08/2021-best-of-the-valley-voting/

BEST OF FOOD/BEVERAGE NOMINEES:

Wine Bar: The Tipsy

BBQ: Dylan’s

Breakfast: The Place

Brewery: Richter Ale Works, Peoria Artisan Brewery

Burrito: Café Rumba

Coffee Shop: Bully Brew Co.

Cupcakes: Frosted Frenzy

Donuts: Donutsville

Froyo: Razzleberriez- Lake Pleasant

Irish/British Pub: Tim Finnegan’s

Italian: Fabio On Fire

Japanese: Harumi (location coming soon to the Upper West Side)

Mac & Cheese: Cold Beers & Cheeseburgers, Cucina Tagliani

Margarita: Urban Margarita

Middle Eastern: Pita Kitchen, Pita Jungle

Locavore Favorite: Pita Jungle

Steak: Arrowhead Grill

Sushi: Squid Ink, Sakana, Harumi Sushi

BEST OF LIFESTYLE NOMINEES:

City Park: Paloma Park

Dance Studio: LA Dance

Gym: Mountainside Fitness Arrowhead, Arrowhead Fit Body Bootcamp

Performance Theater: Arizona Broadway Theater

Places To Take The Kids: Paloma Park

BEST OF SERVICE NOMINEES:

Car Dealer: Arrowhead Cadillac, Lunde Peoria Volkswagen

Car Wash: Mr. Shine

Chiropractor: Aspen Chiropractic & Wellness, Ignite Family Chiropractic

Day Spa: Beauty Secrets Day Spa, Salon Blissful

Dentist: Dental Ben’s

Pediatric Dentist: Jeanette MacLean, Happy Campers

Financial Services: Anna Mudroch- Edward Jones

Florist: Arrowhead Flowers

Hair Salon: Secrets Hair Salon, Sinful Blow Dry Bar, Salon Blissful

Independent Pharmacy: Potter’s House Apothecary

Mani/Pedi: Polished By Mai, Polish Room 3

MedSpa: Poke Me Pretty, Beauty Secrets, Salon Blissful

Physical Therapist: Total Sports Therapy- Glendale/Arrowhead

Retirement Community: Trilogy at Vistancia

Skin Care Salon: Salon Blissful, Beauty Secrets Day Spa

Tattoo Studio: Evermore Tattoo

BEST OF SHOPPING NOMINEES:

Bike Shop: Bicycle Depot of AZ, Road Runner Bike Center- Vistancia

Boutique: Roka

Butcher Shop: Lee Bone’s Fine Meats

CBD Shop: Health & Wellness Botanicals and CBD Emporium

Farmers Market: Arrowhead Farmers Market

Furniture/Accessories: Robyn’s Nest

Jewelry: Treasures, London Gold

Place To Buy Gifts: Signatures

Wedding Gowns: Bella Lilly Bridal

BEST OF PETS NOMINEES:

Animal Clinic: Happy Valley Animal Hospital

Dog Park: Paloma Park, Foothills Park

Dog-Friendly Restaurant: Cold Beers & Cheeseburgers

Pet Grooming: Twin Tails Cageless Grooming

Pet Sitters: Every Doggie Has It’s Daycare

Please go vote for your favorites and let's show the rest of the Valley that Upper West Siders SUPPORT LOCAL and it is the best place to own a business!

*To the best of our knowledge. Please let us know if we left any out!

March & April 2021 Updates

upperwestsidephx@gmail.com (Bryan Mortensen) — Mon, 03 May 2021 01:41:47 GMT

UPDATE posted 4/29/21:

- Barnes & Noble will be re-opening in a new space at the SE corner of 75th Ave. & Bell Rd.

- Harumi Sushi (Sunrise Promenade) is hoping to open at the end of July pending how long the permitting process takes

- Matt's Big Breakfast (75th Ave. & Rose Garden) is waiting to open until they are fully staffed (there is a MAJOR staffing shortage across the entire restaurant industry)

- Maya Ice Cream Rolls is going in at 39th Ave. & Happy Valley in the former Top That Froyo space

- Salad and Go (83rd Ave. & Deer Valley) construction is coming along quickly and framing went up this week

- Thai Chili 2 Go is going in at the SE corner of 75th Ave. & Bell Rd.

- ALDI USA has owned property at the SW corner of 59th Ave. & Bell Rd. for years and they have begun the permitting process to open a location there

- AlphaMed will be going in the former Pet Club (Blockbuster for those of you who have been here a long time) at 67th Ave. and Beardsley

- Construction on the final phase of Sunrise Promenade is coming along and it is 100% leased

- Exterior construction of phase one of 83 Marketplace is complete and the first few tenants are in the permitting process. We have confirmed leases for Euro Café, F45, Herbal Nails, Howlers, and Salon Blissful. This is all the information we have been able to confirm at this time.

- Stadium Point @ P83 is moving forward after the Peoria City Council approved a development agreement earlier this month

- The biomedical manufacturing campus at I-17 at the 303 has resumed expansion after delaying construction during the pandemic

- There is a new 36 acre sports complex going in at the 101 and Northern. It is in the planning stages.

- We are working on confirming other new leases that have been signed along Bell Rd. and will post another update as soon as we have info.

UPDATE posted 4/14/21:

- BoSa Donuts at Four Corners (next to Cafe Rio) is delayed but construction is expected to start in May

-Harumi Sushi at Sunrise Promenade is going through the permitting process and will begin construction when permits have been approved

-QT is open at 35th Ave. & Happy Valley Rd.

-The former Bed, Bath, & Beyond space at Four Corners is still available for lease

- Lola Coffee is now open at 59th Ave. & Beardsley in the former Coffee Bean space

-The former Panera Bread space at 67th Ave. & the 101 is being converted to medical offices

-The US Bank space at Four Corners (with ATM/drive thru) is for lease but we’re not sure what the permitted uses are

High demand for both permits and skilled contractors for construction means longer wait times, which is normal in a market growing as fast as ours is. From what we have seen, new business openings usually take about 3-6 months longer than expected.

This is all the info we have at this time. We are working on getting more info on a number of other projects, as well.

UPDATE posted 3/26/21:

-We have heard the rumors about In-N-Out Burger and Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers coming to 4 corners (NW corner empty lot in front of Panera). There is substance to these rumors but nothing is set in stone yet. We will keep you updated as we hear more.

-There is also interest from a breakfast restaurant and there will be another set of small multi-tenant shops/businesses and potentially more PADs down the line.

- Chick-fil-A is still deciding internally if they’d like to build in the land they own next to Target/Brake Masters, or if they would like to chose a different spot in the area with more space for their new double drive thru model. We will continue to monitor this situation.

- Five Below is now open

-Bosa donuts should open in April

-Portillo's opens 4/27

-Lola Coffee, the popular central Phoenix spot, is now open at 59th & the 101 in the former Coffee Bean location

-Mac Shack (a Mac & cheese restaurant) is opening at 67th & Happy Valley near Kawaii. No timeline yet.

-There is a Fry's Food Stores marketplace going in at I-17 and Jomax, and we expect many other businesses to flock to the area in anticipation of the Taiwan semi conductor plant being built at I-17 and the 303. Rumors are In n Out, Whataburger, and Chick-Fil-A, but all are just rumors at this point.

-There are also rumors of a Fry’s coming to Vistancia near el mirage and lone mountain.

-We will continue to try to get updates on all of the above so stay tuned!

January & February 2021 Updates

upperwestsidephx@gmail.com (Bryan Mortensen) — Mon, 01 Mar 2021 01:29:24 GMT

UPDATE posted 2/25/21:

-Arrowhead Volvo and Jaguar are open at Beardsley at the 101, and Land Rover is under construction next to them

-Bosa Donuts at Four Corners is tentatively scheduled to open in April

-Bosa Donuts is also opening a location at 1930 W. Pinnacle Peak that is tentatively scheduled to open in March

-Crab N Spice is going in at 79th Ave. & Bell in the former Jason’s Deli but we do not have additional info or a timeline available yet

-Dutch Bros. on Bell Rd. at 57th Ave. has about 40% of construction complete so it should be opening in the 2nd Quarter of 2021

-Dutch Bros. is rumored to be going in at 37th Ave. & Happy Valley but we have been unable to get solid confirmation on that

-EOS is planning on going in at CAL Marketplace (Lake Pleasant Pkwy. & Lake Pleasant Rd.) and their site plans are under review by the city

-Five Below at Four Corners is scheduled to open on March 26th

-Lululemon Pop Up Shop will be staying at Arrowhead Towne Center until Summer and hopefully permanently

-Matt’s Big Breakfast has their coming soon sign up on 75th Ave. at Rose Garden and construction appears to be underway with a tentative 2nd Quarter opening

-Multifamily housing was approved by City Council to go in at CAL Marketplace (Lake Pleasant Pkwy. and Lake Pleasant Rd.)

-Norterra announced the following new tenants coming soon: Eggstasy, Salt Tacos y Tequila, & Five Guys

-Pizza Hut is going in at 67th Ave. & Happy Valley in the former

-Marco’s Pizza and is tentatively scheduled to open in March/April

-Portillo’s on Bell Rd. at 79th Ave. is tentatively scheduled to open in April

-Salad & Go at 83rd Ave. & Deer Valley (former Valero) has their building plans in the 2nd review phase with the city so hopefully construction begins soon

-Tesla has a Service Center is going in at Westgate and it will be the first in the West Valley

-Vistancia has a retail development project coming (L shaped plot of land surrounding Circle K) that initially looks to be a mix of drive-thrus, small shops, and mid-size box stores or medical offices. There are no tenants or confirmed details yet as it is in the initial stages.

UPDATE posted 2/4/21:

-Our messages to Whole Foods Market made it to the corporate level thanks to someone sharing with someone else, and so on and so forth! Keep sending them, IT TAKES A VILLAGE!

-Peoria City Council approved plans for the Peoria Regional Medical Campus at the site of the infamous “steel structure.” Construction could start as soon as April with a Summer 2022 opening goal. More info available at City of Peoria, Arizona Government or www.peoriaaz.gov

- StretchLab and Mac Media are coming to Sunrise Promenade! More info at Thompson Thrift .

-83 Marketplace has plans for a Summer opening for multiple tenants. Head over to MDC Land Development or The Upper Westsider for the full article.

-The long-awaited Life Time Fitness opened on February 1st!

- Salad and Go 's conditional use permit at 83rd Ave. & Deer Valley (former Valero gas station) was approved and they are working through site plans and permitting with the city.

- EōS Fitness is working through site plans and permitting with the city to go in at Camino A Lago Marketplace (which we’re now calling “CAL Marketplace”). Adjacent to that, apartments are anticipated pending City Council approval after being approved by the Planning & Zoning Commission last month.

-The site plans for Harumi Sushi at Sunrise Promenade look super cool, so we’re excited about that!

-Plans for “The Trailhead” at the NE corner of 83rd Ave. & Happy Valley Rd. were put on hold at the end of 2019 while working through some land entitlements, and then COVID hit and the whole world got put on hold! There are rumors of that the developer is beginning to move forward with that project again.

UPDATE posted 1/5/21:
-Barrio Queen is NOW OPEN for dine-in in addition to takeout.

-Portillo's construction is coming along. There is no opening date set yet.

-Matt's Big Breakfast is tentatively scheduled to open this Spring/Summer after being delayed due to the pandemic.

-Harumi Sushi is taking the space that was slated to be Bennigan's at Sunrise Promenade. Bennigan's is no longer coming at Sunrise Promenade.

-Deem Proper and the Coffee Cellar are no longer on the site plan for 83 Marketplace.

-Life Time Fitness is scheduled to open February 1st.

-Bed Bath & Beyond at Four Corners is closing permanently on February 13th.

This is all the info we have available at this time. We will continue to work on getting more updates and will share them with you as they become available.

2020: A Crazy Year In Review

upperwestsidephx@gmail.com (Bryan Mortensen) — Fri, 01 Jan 2021 01:23:04 GMT

YEAR IN REVIEW: Well, 2020 is not one that any of us will EVER forget. It has been a difficult year for everyone, to say the least. We want to take a brief moment to recap some of the GOOD things that have happened on the #UWSPHX in 2020!

First and foremost, THANK YOU for your support! We pivoted this year to support small businesses more than ever and the community embraced this change. The majority of small business owners we have spoken to have said they are doing as well as can be expected during a global pandemic, and that the community has really stepped up to support them. The beginning of 2021 will continue to be challenging so PLEASE continue supporting local businesses! Their success is essential to positive long-term economic development in our community.

In 2021 we will continue to support local small businesses, in addition to pushing harder to advocate for our community. We truly believe the West Valley will come out of this stronger than we went into it and it will be our time to shine!

Check out some of the cool places that have opened on the Upper West Side in 2020:

-Paloma Park

-Barrio Queen (takeout only)

-The Tipsy

-Aldi

-Tom Yum

-Cantina Gueros

-Wow Wow Hawaiian Lemonade

-NW Coffee

-Lou Malnati’s

-Black Rock Coffee

-Mochilero Kitchen

-Pinspiration Peoria

-Zoom Room Dog Training

-Urban Air Adventure Park

-F45 Training

-Jabz Boxing

-Club Pilates

-Moment of Truth Healing Space & Yoga Studio

-Total Sports Therapy Gelndale (adding pediatric PT to our area)

In addition: housing values have increased, nearby The Shops at Norterra and Park West have seen major improvements and new tenants, and there are many new businesses to look forward to in 2021!

And one last quick shoutout to some of our favorite local restaurants that aren't new , but have continued keeping us fed (and watered) in 2020: Arrowhead Grill, Beyond Donuts & Cafe, Bottega Pizzeria Ristorante, Cabin Coffee, Cactus Taproom, Caramba, Donutsville, Fabio On Fire, Greek Palace, Greek Wraps, Haymaker, Hot Bagels, Kawaii Sushi & Asian Cuisine, Lakeside Bar & Grill, Leo's Island BBQ, Peoria Artisan Brewery, Phila-Deli, Revolu, Richter Richter Aleworks, Sala Thai, Squid Ink, That Place Subs & Salads, The Rec, The Social, Twisted Italian, Urban Margarita, V's Taproom, and Well Coffee Co.!

"The Trailhead" Community Meeting Recap

upperwestsidephx@gmail.com (Bryan Mortensen) — Thu, 17 Dec 2020 02:56:15 GMT

Last week we attended a community meeting about The Trailhead, the proposed commercial development at the NE corner of 83rd Ave. & Happy Valley Rd. There are always rumors surrounding any new project, so we will attempt to address them here based on the questions we had and that other community members asked the developer directly. Here is our recap, in full detail.

Basic Info:

-The Trailhead Shopping Center

-NE corner of 83rd Ave. & Happy Valley Road

-This project is just for the “hard corner” and not all of the current “open desert”

-The project is about 40 acres of 600 acres of “open desert” space at that NE corner

-It will be a master-planned mixed-use project anchored by an upscale Safeway grocery store and a multi-family complex.

-There will be four sit-down restaurants, patios, and upscale amenity areas for community gathering.

-The Trailhead will be developed by Arizona-based developer, The Pederson Group, Inc. They have been developing commercial projects for almost 40 years, and have developed noteworthy mixed-use and commercial developments, such as The Promenade and Hayden Peak Crossing.

-The remaining land north of the site is owned by residential home builders that will be building the Aloravita South neighborhood. This is unrelated to The Trailhead project being discussed here.

-Aloravita is a “Planned Community District” that has been in the works since 2011 and is in line with the City of Peoria’s General Plan2040, which lays out the future of the city through 2040. You can see more info about that and the planned land use map on the City of Peoria’s website.

Why are we telling you this?

Simply put, there is zero chance that this land will stay “open desert.” The plan for a long time has been to build single-family homes and have some commercial development at the hard corners of 83rd Ave. and Happy Valley Rd. The entities that own the land want to sell to make a profit and that is not something any of us can control. Development has already happened across the street from this space on the SE and SW corners.

Who will be the anchor tenants?

The center will be anchored by an upscale Safeway and a multi-family complex (more details on that below). Safeway will have all the bells and whistles such as a wine cellar, cheese shop, full bakery, fishmonger, etc. There will be a minimum of four sit-down restaurants at The Trailhead. In order to bring in high-quality chef-driven restaurants, there needs to be daily foot traffic, which both a grocery store and an apartment complex provide.

Why do we need another grocery store?

With all the recent growth in this area, market research shows that our community is underserved when it comes to grocery stores. There is more demand than supply, which aside from market research, many of us can attest to if you’ve been to Fry’s Marketplace at Four Corners on a Sunday afternoon.

Why does there have to be a multi-family complex?

As stated above, in order to attract the types of restaurants we want, the complex needs to have daily foot traffic to provide them guaranteed business. An apartment complex helps provide that. There will be 334 units, including one, two, and three bedroom units. The complex will be 3 stories, or approximately 35-40 feet tall. For reference, Safeway will be 30 feet tall. It will be set at the back of the complex where the land dips down along 83rd Ave. The average unit size is 1,000 sq. ft. and the average monthly rent is $2,000, so they will NOT be inexpensive. The target demographics for these apartments are young professionals, people moving to the area that are waiting on a house or deciding where to buy, and empty nesters or retirees that no longer want the maintenance of a single-family home. This will help alleviate some of the housing shortage we are experiencing, as well. There will be high-end amenities and a focus on being stylish but blending in with the beauty of the natural desert. In addition, the complex will offer a buffer between the back of the shopping complex and the new single-family homes in Aloravita South. With 334 units at an average of 1,000 sq. ft., it is NOT likely that there will be many children living in the complex and putting a strain on an already-strained school system. Apartments generally have far less children than single-family homes. This area (south of Jomax and west of the wash) is within the Peoria Unified School District. The schooling issue is something that needs to be addressed separately with the districts.

What about traffic?

83rd Ave. north of Happy Valley Rd. will finally become four lanes! There will be two lanes in each direction, plus bike lanes and sidewalks. It is our understanding that the developer for this project will be responsible for any of this alongside their property and then the developer of Aloravita South will be responsible for the rest of it further up to Jomax. There will be deceleration lanes added so traffic doesn’t back up on Happy Valley Rd. or 83rd Ave. going in and out of the complex. There will be a traffic light added on Happy Valley at 79th Ave. and medians in some areas. (See photo)

Is The Trailhead actually a trailhead?

It is a shopping center that hopes to eventually connect to the beautiful nearby trails! It will have paths on the north and east side of the complex and within the complex. Aloravita South will also have trails, which will eventually connect Happy Valley to Jomax and even further north. The City of Peoria has plans to connect all the trails so hikers and bikers can eventually make their way all the way to and from this corner to Paloma Park and back! Ideally there will be a connection of some sort from the shopping center across 83rd Ave. to a trailhead at Sunrise Mountain, but that depends on timing of trails being completed.

Who will the tenants be?

That remains to be seen and we don’t believe anything until we see the doors open, but we have made it VERY clear to the developer what our community does and does not want. We have seen more interest from local top-tier restaurants looking to come to this area in 2021 than ever before. There were some names thrown around at the meeting, but to be safe we don’t want to mention them. There were plenty of people at the meeting though, so you can ask around! We have discussed a wine bar, brewery, brunch restaurant, coffee shop, blowdry bar, etc. For the sake of full-disclosure and if we’re being realistic, we could see a nail salon, dentist, gym, and a few drive-throughs at ANY & EVERY shopping center. We’ve had to learn to compromise on that as long as the developer brings us the high-quality tenants we want as well. There is a small non-denominational church on the east side of the property. It was asked at the meeting if they would be able to put in tenants on their property and while they technically could, their intent is to build a church and there is not space for anything else in that area. If they did ever decide to build something other than a church, it would require another zoning change.

Why has this taken so long and when is this all happening?

This intersection is VERY complex. The property is a combination of state trust land and private land owned by 4 different entities, including a church. In order to make a well planned project happen, the developer had to purchase all the properties and get the proper entitlements, which is a complex process when there are that many parties involved. If each property got sold off individually, we would probably see something similar to what happened at a nearby intersection to the east. We would MUCH prefer a master-planned, mixed-use, cohesive shopping center than one that is developed piece by piece as each property owner sells. This is no easy task and requires an experienced developer that can make a huge project like this work. We have had a positive experience with the developer, the Pederson Group, thus far. They are local to Arizona and their CEO, CFO, zoning attorney, broker, and many other high-level executives attended the community meeting, which is not common or something we have ever seen before. We think that says something about their character and commitment to The Trailhead! The project is projected to break ground in the Fall of 2022 with a targeted opening in the Fall of 2023.

Support Local For Black Friday & Small Business Saturday

upperwestsidephx@gmail.com (Bryan Mortensen) — Sat, 28 Nov 2020 01:14:38 GMT

Black Friday & Small Business Saturday Deals:

Our UWSPHX Community Partners filled us in on the deals they're offering this weekend for Black Friday and/or Small Business Saturday. Check out our list below, and remember to shop local this holiday season! Supporting local businesses has never been as important as it is this year! *Note: Please contact each business directly for full details.

Cactus Taproom:

Happy Hour ALL Day on Black Friday. Free Chips & Salsa on Small Businesses Saturday.

Fixin to Eat:

Holiday Meals offered for delivery or pickup. Must order by NOON on 12/17 for Christmas orders. Place your ORDER on November 27th or 28th, and you'll earn a $20 gift certificate for every $100 in entrees you purchase (great for gifts)! Use promo code UWSBF

Krystal Clear Skincare:

Service discounts ONLY (decollete add-on for gift cards of $80+ and prepaying for a series of 3 services to receive 15% off) begin on Black Friday and will run ONLINE through the weekend. Small Business Saturday event will be held ONLINE from 12-3PM on Saturday, November 28th. Gifts with purchase and 15% off products/retail items.

Mochilero Kitchen:

$8.00 margaritas from 9AM-3PM and a special 3 taco combo deal.

Moment of Truth Healing Space:

Black Friday: $25 off a session or $50 off any package for massage or physical therapy.

Small Business Saturda y: FREE community sampler of yoga from 9AM-12PM.

Mr Shine:

Black Friday through Monday, November 30th there will be a Gift Card BOGO Special: buy a $50 or $100 Gift Card, and get one 1/2 off! Detail Special: 2 complete details, which include interior and exterior detailing for $400 (a $600 value). Purchase in-store or order by EMAIL info@mrshine.net

Polished by Mai:

Black Friday and Small Biz Saturday: Earn a $20 gift card for every $100 gift card purchased (online). The ONLINE shop will open to buy gift sets, goodies, & face masks too.

Robyn's Nest:

On Black Friday and Small Business Saturday: 20% off all holiday items.

Secrets Hair Salon:

Aveda is having a "friends and family sale" starting November 23rd and running through Monday, November 30th. It’s 25% off all products in store only and while supplies last.

Signatures Invitations & Gifts:

Black Friday and Small Business Saturday surprise promotions, including specials and gift with specific purchases. Follow them on Facebook or Instagram, and read their email newsletter to stay in the know. If you are not on their email list, call Signatures at (623)572-6820 to be added.

Sparkling Divine Baked Goods:

Pre-order your Christmas or Hanukkah Sugar Cookie Decorating Kit by Saturday, November 28th and receive $5 off each kit. Hanukkah kits will be available for pickup starting Dec. 9.

Christmas Kits will be available for pickup s tarting Dec. 14. Gluten-free and vegan options available!

Squid Ink Sushi:

Buy a $100 gift card, get a $40 gift card free on Black Friday ONLY.

The Beauty Method:

Small Business Saturday: 20% OFF The Beauty Method products + a FREE Sheet Mask. Pre-pay for 3 Arctic Cranberry Holiday Facials for $399 ($50 savings).

Urban Margarita:

Extended happy hour on Black Friday from 11:30AM to 6PM. Don't forget to congratulating them on winning best tacos in Glendale! Our 3 favorite tacos: baja fish tacos, shrimp tacos, and carnitas tacos!

Wow Wow Lemonade Happy Valley AND Lake Pleasant:

Black Friday through Sunday, November 29th: Buy a $10 gift card and get a free 16oz lemonade. Buy a $25 gift card and get a free toast and 16 oz lemonade.

Need holiday desserts? Check out there local businesses: Frosted Frenzy , Fixin To Eat , The Cookie House , and Sparkling Divine Baked Goods !

Need ideas for some fun outdoor holiday events? Check out our social media this week and next as we announce holiday events at Park West ! Our Annual 12 Days of Christmas Upper West Side Gift Guide starts on December 1st on our social media too!

For addresses and location information for the above mentioned businesses, check out our online business directory! Happy Holidays!

Patio Season Is Here

upperwestsidephx@gmail.com (Bryan Mortensen) — Tue, 06 Oct 2020 00:33:26 GMT

Highs in the double digits means patio season is here!!! After one of the hottest Summers on record, we made it AZ! Patios have never been as essential as they are in 2020, so here is our round up of local restaurants for dining al fresco and some of our top picks!

Top Picks:

Best NEW Patio: Mochilero Kitchen*

Best View: V's Taproom

Best Date Night Patio: Urban Margarita

Best Dog Friendly Patio: Lakeside Bar & Grill*

Best Happy Hour Patio: Squid Ink Sushi

Best Girls Night Patio: Kawaii Sushi & Asian Cuisine

Other options with outdoor seating:

AJ's Fine Foods*

Arrowhead Grill

Babbo Italian Eatery

Biscuits Cafe

Bottega Pizzeria Ristorante

Cabin Coffee

Cactus Taptoom (patio COMING SOON)

CHAR

Cold Beers & Cheeseburgers

Cross Eyed Cricket

Dillon's Bayou at Pleasant Harbor

Elevate Coffee

Fabio On Fire

Firebird's Wood Fired Grill

First Watch

Greek Palace

Hot Bagels*

Humble Pie

In-N-Out Burger

NW Coffee

Oregano's

Oscar's Pier 83

Osteria Mia

Peoria Artisan Brewery*

Picazzo's Healthy Italian Kitchen

Pita Jungle

Revolu

Scorpion Bay Grill at Lake Pleasant

State 48 Rock House

The Links Neighborhood Grill

The Social

Twisted Italian

Well Coffee Co.*

Wildflower Bread

Wild Horse West

Wow Wow Lemonade*

* denotes dog friendly patio

National Hamburger Day

upperwestsidephx@gmail.com (Bryan Mortensen) — Fri, 29 May 2020 00:21:47 GMT

Happy National Hamburger Day! We're definitely burgers lovers and there is no shortage of good burgers on the Upper West Side! Here is a list of our favorites:

PAB Burger from Peoria Artisan Brewery
Arizona Burger or BBQ Bacon Burger from Lakeside Bar & Grill
Green Chile Cheeseburger from Urban Margarita
Millionaire Burger from V's Taproom (it's good with a veggie patty too)
Kinda Famous Texan Burger from Haymaker
CB & CB from Cold Beers & Cheeseburgers
Cheeseburger (add green chile) from Wild Horse West
Cheeseburger from Firebirds (get Southwest Au Gratin Potatoes on the side)
Chipotle Black Bean Burger from Pita Jungle
In-N-Out Double Double with grilled onions when you need a super quick burger

What are your favorites?

We're also dying to try the Wagyu Burger from Squid Ink because we've heard it's delicious but we seem to get distracted by the sushi and beef yakisoba every time! Adding this to our 2020 goals! Happy burger eating!

Mother's Day Gift Guide & Specials

upperwestsidephx@gmail.com (Bryan Mortensen) — Sun, 10 May 2020 00:17:00 GMT

May 5th is Teacher Appreciation Day and May 10th is Mother's Day! There is no doubt that celebrations look different this year, however you can (and should) still show your mom and favorite teacher some love despite the current situation. In fact, you can make these days special AND support local businesses while doing so! Here are our recommendations for great gifts from local retailers offering social distancing shopping options.

RETAIL GIFTS TO GO:

Signatures Invitations & Gifts : Kendra Scott Ari Earrings & Necklace, Capri Blue cleaning products, spa-scented mini hand sanitizers

Robyn's Nest : Cactus Pot Planter, Topiary Stand, funny planters, insulated cups, and Mother's Day gift sets put together by Robyn

Other great items that you can get at BOTH Signatures or Robyn's Nest :

-Capri Blue Candles, Room Spray, Hand Lotion, etc.

-Adorable throw pillows

-Funny tea towels, cocktail napkins, drink ware, etc.

-Cute welcome doormats

Roka Boutique : Cozy lounge wear from top brands & an initial necklace

Daniela Jay Boutique : Funny quarantine/socially distant hats, headbands, & leather jewelry

SWEET TREATS :

Sparkling Divine : Mother’s Day Box of Joy or Quarantine Box of Joy

Frosted Frenzy : A 6 pack of gourmet cupcakes

The Cookie House : May's special is Chocolate Cherry Cheesecake Cookies or pick up some beautiful designer cookies

WowWow Lemonade : Grab mom a healthy breakfast of avocado toast and cold brew or a refreshing lemonade to enjoy. They are giving away a FREE 16oz. lemonade to Moms on Mother's Day with a purchase.

Donutsville : Call-in and pay by phone for no-contact curbside pickup or use the drive-thru

Beyond Donuts and Café : Call-in or walk-in for takeout

WellCoffeeCo : Order online and pick-up or walk-in

Cabin Coffee Cafe : Call-in or walk-in for takeout

Daily Drip Coffee & Desserts : Call-in or walk-in for takeout with a special menu and 'grab & go' options

SPA AT HOME :

Polished by Mai : Mother’s Day Pamper Kit, Mani/Pedi Kits, or gift cards. They are NOW OPEN with social distancing guidelines in place.

At home beauty products or gift cards from: Paradise MedSpa , Beauty Secrets Day Spa , & The Beauty Method , Sinful Hair & Blow Dry Bar , and Matriarch Salon . Many of these are NOW OPEN but please call individual businesses for availability, hours, & social distancing guidelines.

CLEAN:

Get mom's car cleaned at Mr. Shine Car Wash so she doesn't have to worry so much about germs! They are still open and they even have hand sanitizer in in their vending machine! They also offer gift cards for future washes or a monthly membership!

ACTIVITIES:

Looking for a big gift? Buy or rent an electric bike from Pedego Bikes ! It's a great way to get outside and explore the desert!

SPECIAL MEALS:

Don't make mom cook! Order Strawberries 'N Cream Crepes from Fixin' To Eat and make breakfast for mom! Their meals make cooking QUICK & EASY by eliminating the shopping, prep, and mess! They even deliver! She'd probably like a gift card from Fixin' To Eat for future use too! Who doesn't want easy dinner options?

The following restaurants have Mother's Day Takeout Specials:

Lakeside Bar & Grill

Kawaii Sushi & Asian Cuisine

Arrowhead Grill

Checkout our COVID19 tab for a full list of local restaurants offering takeout or delivery! Please check with individual businesses for Mother's Day specials and takeout/delivery options.

Cinco De Mayo

upperwestsidephx@gmail.com (Bryan Mortensen) — Tue, 05 May 2020 20:53:23 GMT

2020 has been nothing short of CRAZY! Cinco de Mayo falling on Taco Tuesday and Takeout Tuesday is just the little ray of sunshine we needed! We can't think of anything better than MARGARITAS to go right now! Drink as many as you want then wander down the hall to bed, no designated driver needed. Here are some takeout specials from local restaurants to help you celebrate in style, at home!

- Urban Margarita : $2 tacos and $5 house margaritas to go. Or, do a Cinco de Mayo party pack comprised of a build-your-own taco kit that serves 6 ($24) and a pitcher of margs ($20). Deals are served 4-8 p.m. We highly recommend the carne asada tacos and watermelon margaritas!

- Revolu : Pick up a "Cinco Sweet Pack" including a pinata, pinata stick, pinata candy, churros, &

pitcher of horchata for $54.99 or a "Mexican Beer Package" including guacamole, chips, salsa, and a beer bucket $34.99. Get a FREE growler with the purchase of a 64oz. Baja Brewing Co. Fill for $30. Cinco swag bags and more!

- Lakeside Bar & Grill : Choose from rolled chicken tacos (4 for $9.99) with lettuce, tomato, sour cream and salsa verde, or homemade tamales with rice and beans ($11.99), or carnitas and ground beef tacos ($3 each), or a family pack that includes a pound of meat, 12 tortillas and all the trimmings ($25.99). Add rice and beans for $5, margaritas for $6-$25, and Mexican beers for $3-$20.

- Haymaker : Margarita Bundle including 1L bottle of tequila, 32 oz Haymaker house sour,

and 2 limes for $35. They also have great family meals to go!

- Peoria Artisan Brewery : They are the only local Upper West Side restaurant to participate in the virtual Cinco de Carreño party hosted by artisan mezcal producer, Carreño ! Celebrate Cinco de Mayo with their Lotería de Mezcal. To participate, order full bottles of Mezcal Carreño spirits, cocktails or four-ounce mezcal shots as well as food to-go to obtain the Zoom meeting login and other details. The event takes place 6-8 p.m. via Zoom and includes live music, lotería game, stories from hospitality industry including bartenders and chefs, plus a few surprises.

- Macayo's : Two crispy tacos for $5, margaritas to go ($8-$30), or a Patron Margarita kit ($55.55) that includes a bottle of Macayo’s Patron Reposado, sweet and sour mix, limes and salt.

- V's Taproom : This week's specials are Chicken Green Chile Tacos and Prickly Pear Margaritas! They also have Prime Rib and a special Mother's Day Menu.

- Cactus Taproom : Enjoy 20% off growlers all day or pick up some Mexican beer from their expanded selection of canned and bottled beer.

- Mi Familia : Cadillac Margarita Kit ($25) and Family Taco Platters to go

- Caramba : their famous margaritas are bottled and ready to go! These really pack a punch.

- Mochilero Kitchen : This brand new restaurant is celebrating their first Cinco de Mayo and has Family Meals and cocktails to go!

Other Mexican restaurants in the area:

-Popo's Fiesta Del Sol

-Ajo Al's

-Tacos Califia/Tijuana

-Mariachi's (previously Ramiro's)

-Caminero

-Top Shelf

-Cafe Rumba

-Mixteca

-Garcia's

-Arriba Mexican Grill

Want to learn to cook great Mexican and New Mexican cuisine at home? Follow Urban Margarita on Facebook for their upcoming live cooking classes!

Check out these AZ Central and Phoenix New Times articles for mentions of UWSPHX restaurants and this AZ Central article on what to order at Mochilero Kit chen.

UWS Takeout Bingo

upperwestsidephx@gmail.com (Bryan Mortensen) — Sun, 19 Apr 2020 20:33:32 GMT

Play Upper West Side PHX takeout bingo with us! This fun little game we created will help you figure out "what's for dinner" while supporting local restaurants! Check off each one as you get takeout! If you fill up the whole board, we'll send you a UWS water bottle sticker!

Please take pictures along the way and post them to help support your favorite restaurants! Use the hashtags #uwsphxbingo and #inittogether

*To win a sti cker, just note the date of each takeout order in it's square and email us your completed bingo card and address. Valid through 5/30/2020 while sticker supplies last.

Quarantine Recap: Week 2-3ish

upperwestsidephx@gmail.com (Bryan Mortensen) — Sat, 11 Apr 2020 20:11:19 GMT

Featured Restaurants for Takeout/Delivery

The Rec Pizzeria
That Place Subs & Salads
Caramba Mexican Food
Twisted Italian
Pita Jungle: Norterra or Arrowhead
Nekter Juice Bar: Lake Pleasant
Wow Wow Hawaiian Lemonade: Happy Valley
Arrowhead Grill
Lakeside Bar & Grill
Barro’s Pizza: Lake Pleasant or 67th Ave.
Fabio On Fire
Sala Thai
Greek Palace

Featured Donuts & Coffee:

Donutsville
Beyond Donuts & Cafe
Well Coffee Co.
Cabin Coffee Café
Daily Drip Coffee & Desserts

Easter Takeout Ideas:

Pita Jungle
Haymaker
Firebirds Wood Fired Grill
Babbo Italian Eatery
Revolu Taqueria
Chompie’s
Arrowhead Grill
AJ’s Fine Foods
Fixin To Eat (prepared meals)

Fish Fry Nearby:

Fletcher's Sports Grill
Lakeside Bar & Grill
Tailgaters Sports Grill & IL Primo Pizza & Wings Peoria
The Haymaker Restaurant Co . (4/10 special was blackened cod)
Revolu modern taqueria + bar Peoria (4/10 special was lobster)
V's Taproom Hang
Cross Eyed Cricket Peoria
Oscar's Pier 83
Campbell's Restaurant & Watering Hole
Tim Finnegan's Irish Pub
Irish Wolfhound Restaurant & Pub
Padre Murphy's
Dillon's KC BBQ Arrowhead & Dillon's Bayou at Pleasant Harbor
Heroes Pub & Grub

Popular hashtags:

#inittogether #icount2020 #showusyourtakeout #thegreatamericantakeout

Quarantine Recap: Week 1

upperwestsidephx@gmail.com (Bryan Mortensen) — Sat, 28 Mar 2020 19:56:56 GMT

Featured Restaurants for Takeout/Delivery:

Urban Margarita
Kawaii Sushi & Asian Cuisine (temporarily closed now)
CHAR
Haymaker
Revolu
Peoria Artisan Brewery
Squid Ink Sushi
Oscar's Pier 83

Featured Bakers:

The Cookie House
Frosted Frenzy Cupcakes
Sparkling Divine Baked Goods

Featured Brewers:

Cactus Taproom* (also check out Saucy Pasta Truck's page to see when they will be delivering homemade, family, takeout, pasta meals at Cactus Taproom)
Richter Ale Works
Throne Brewing (formerly Dubina)
Front Pourch Brewing
Freak'N Brewing

Farmer's Markets:

Blue Rooster Produce Stand
Pinnacle Peak Farmers Market
Peoria Farmers Market

Featured Good Deed : Advant-Egde Decorative Curbing & Landscaping hosted a Supply Drive for anyone in need of toilet paper, paper towels, and other essentials on Saturday, March 28th. Kudos to Dave for always helping out the community!

Holiday Extravaganza Recap & Upcoming Events

upperwestsidephx@gmail.com (Bryan Mortensen) — Sun, 08 Dec 2019 19:24:07 GMT

Thank you to everyone that came out to support us and kick off the holidays with us at our Upper West Side PHX Holiday Extravaganza last Sunday, December 1st!

A huge thank you to AZ Ice Peoria for hosting us and doing a great job accommodating us as we took over the ice rink and party rooms with the biggest turnout we’ve ever had! Thank you also to Santa, Anna, & Elsa for making this event extra fun and festive!

If you and your kids loved seeing Anna & Elsa skate, you can watch them again on Saturday, December 14th at the Holiday In The Desert ice skating show at AZ Ice Peoria! Tickets are only $10 and there are two shows full of talented skaters that will help you get in the holiday spirit!

In case you missed it, here is the full list of VENDORS, PRIZES, and SWAG BAG items we gave away at the Holiday Extravaganza! We appreciate the support from these local businesses and hope you will support them, as well. Congratulations to our winners! If you didn't win, we're posting links to all of these businesses so you can find and support them!

Thank you to these wonderful VENDORS for participating in this event:

Sparkling Divine Baked Goods

Bully Brew Co.

Desert Bloom by M & M

Mr. Shine Car Wash

Thank you to these local businesses that donated the following PRIZES:

Signatures gift card

Chick-Fil-A Arrowhead gift basket with gift cards

Mr. Shine “Ultimate Wash” gift cards

Snack Bag: Sparkling Divine gift card, cold brew coffee concentrate from Bully Brew Co . , Canvas Tote Bag and Earrings from Desert Bloom by M & M

Italian Feast: Fabio On Fire & Bottega gift cards

Mexican Fiesta: Revolu & Urban Margarita gift cards

Sushi Lovers: Kawaii Deer Valley gift cards

Taste of 4 Corners: Char , Squid Ink , Lakeside Bar & Grill , & Haymaker gift cards

Pampered Package: blowout from Sinful Blow Dry Bar & manicure from Polished by Mai

Robyn’s Nest holiday gift basket

AZ Ice Peoria Party Packs with 10 admissions, skate rentals, and hot chocolate for each skater

AZ Ice Peoria 8 Week Ice Skating Academy Sessions

Tickets for four to “Holiday In The Desert” at AZ Ice Peoria

Thank you to these local businesses that donated items to our #shopsmall SWAG BAGS:

Chick-Fil-A Arrowhead FREE item cards

Lakeside Bar & Grill koozies

Urban Margarita FREE taco card

Amazing Lash Studio Lake Pleasant $10 OFF coupon

Allied Jiu Jitsu 1 month FREE voucher

City of Peoria Prickly Pete sticker and Census swag

Sunbird General Contracting pens

First Service Residential pens

AZ Ice Peoria FREE public skating session

UWS PHX water bottle sticker (we can’t wait to see these all around town)

Sparkling Divine coupon

It was a fun night of skating, snacking, shopping, and being merry on the Upper West Side! There are a lot of fun events happening next weekend on the Upper West Side, as well, so check out our Social Media pages or website homepage for a list of our picks! Tomorrow we will be kicking off our 12 Days of Christmas Gift Guide too so don’t miss it! Happy Holidays and we'll see you in 2020!

#upperwestsidephx #uwsphxholiday #uwsphxgiftguide

Black Friday & Small Biz Saturday Deals

upperwestsidephx@gmail.com (Bryan Mortensen) — Wed, 27 Nov 2019 18:14:05 GMT

We asked our Community Partners to fill us in on what deals they're offering this weekend for Black Friday & Small Business Saturday. Check out our list below and remember to shop local this holiday season!

Please contact each business directly for details.

Advant-Edge Landscaping:

Free fire pit with purchase of landscaping package over $5000 or free turkey with landscaping contract over $2500

Always Your Best Aesthetics:

Micro-Needling Facial $200 (regular price $300)

$50 off any filler

BLACK FRIDAY ONLY

Amazing Lash Studio (Lake Pleasant):

Purchase a $89.99 gift card (covers introductory full set) and receive a FREE volume upgrade (value up to $45). In addition, receive a Lash Tote as a gift with purchase while supplies last.

Anytime Fitness Lake Pleasant:

ZERO enrollment fee and 50% off a key fob to let you in ANYTIME! Valid until December 10th.

Arrowhead Towne Center:

Check out their Holiday Headquarters and Black Friday Sales

Brandon Willard of Edward Jones:

Complimentary portfolio/retirement review

Fixin To Eat:

The December menu just launched, check out their website for more info!

Kawaii Sushi & Asian Cuisine:

New December specials launch this weekend!

Lakeside Bar & Grill:

Black Friday

- 10:30am-3pm Lunch Specials $9.49

- All You Can Eat Fish Fry

- Happy Hour 3-7pm and 9pm-close

- Karaoke at 9pm

Small Biz Saturday

- Happy Hour 3-7pm

- Michael Nitro Band at 7pm

Mr. Shine:

Purchase a $50 gift card and get $25 more added to it for FREE!

*Not valid with any other offers, prior purchases, or purchase of memberships.

Polished by Mai:

40% off gift cards on Black Friday (online) & Small Biz Sat (in store)

Robyn’s Nest:

20% of sales from "Warrior Princess" t-shirts on Small Business Saturday, November 30th, will be donated to Upper West Side PHX. Check out their Facebook page for specials and full info on their 7 Weeks of Christmas events.

Signatures:

Check out their Facebook page for special deals on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday!

Sinful Hair & Blow Dry Bar:

Buy one blowout, get one FREE!

*November 29th, Black Friday, is their official 1 Year Anniversary so don't forget to congratulate them!

Sparkling Divine Baked Goods:

Specials for Upper West Side PHX followers

-$10 off any one 6" or 8" cake order

-1 dozen free cookies with the order (12 of the same cookie)

-Choose from: chocolate chip, dark chocolate chip, vanilla sugar cookie, lemon sugar cookie, gingersnap, or snickerdoodle.

-Order must be reserved and paid for by November 30, 2019.

Urban Margarita:

Happy Hour all day on Black Friday because everyone needs a cocktail after shopping all day!

West Valley Artisan Collective:

Check them out for unique gifts from local artisans!

Check out our Business Directory for full contact details for each above the above mentioned businesses. Happy Holidays!

Holidays at Robyn's Nest

upperwestsidephx@gmail.com (Bryan Mortensen) — Sat, 09 Nov 2019 17:53:09 GMT

We had so much fun last WEEKEND at the Robyn's Nest Holiday Open House! Check out all the beautiful holiday decor and cute gifts they had on display! Our favorites: hot cocoa candles, red and green sparkly capri blue candles, hilarious cocktail napkins and tea towels, "snowy" spruce trees, and all the "fa la la la la" items. Swing by for holiday decoration inspiration and gift ideas!

Every Saturday for the next several weeks, Robyn's Nest will have a special local vendor in store to help celebrate the holiday season while you sip and shop! Check out the line up:

In addition, Robyn's Nest has graciously offered to donate 20% of sales from our favorite "Warrior Princess T-Shirt" to Upper West Side PHX on certain dates to help us with community advocacy! The shirts are great quality and super soft! This is the perfect gift for the "warrior princess" in your life so stop in a pick up a t-shirt and give back on the following dates:

Seven Weeks of Christmas | Sat Nov. 30th:

On Small Business Saturday we're thankful for Robyn's Nest and their support of our community

Seven Weeks of Christmas Sat Dec. 21st:

The Saturday before Christmas pick up a gift that gives all year

We love having Robyn's Nest in our neighborhood! Please don't forget to spend your money in your community this year and shop local for the holidays!

Robyn's Nest

24650 N. Lake Pleasant Pkwy., #103

Peoria, AZ 85383

(623)572-0740

info@robynsnesthome.com

Baseball's Best Kept Secret on the UWS

upperwestsidephx@gmail.com (Bryan Mortensen) — Fri, 25 Oct 2019 16:46:40 GMT

Thank you to everyone that joined us for Upper West Side PHX night at the AZ Fall League baseball game on Wednesday! It really is the best kept secret in baseball! Tomorrow is the last game of the season and you really should check it out if you've never been! Game tickets are general admission so you can sit in the front row! Kids got to meet players, catch balls, and get autographs from the next big MLB stars right in our backyard!

We had a great time with the Peoria Chamber of Commerce and Peoria Diamond Club hanging out in The Colonnade (another best kept secret) at the Peoria Sports Complex !

Congratulations to the following attendees who won prizes from some of our favorite local businesses:

Baseball cookies from The Cookie House : Joe J.

Baseball Mom hat from Daniela Jay Boutique : June G.

Abercrombie Kids gift card from Arrowhead Towne Center : Kalleen S.

The Social On 83rd gift card: Tony V.

Revolu gift card: Bonnie J.

Haymaker gift card: Paul M.

Kawaii Sushi & Asian Cuisine - Deer Valley gift card: Nicole H.

Kawaii Sushi & Asian Cuisine - Happy Valley gift card: Dottie R.

Mr. Shine gift card: Michael A.

Thank you to all of the above businesses for your continued support of Upper West Side PHX!

If you head to the game tomorrow, make a day of it at Peoria Sports Complex and hit up the Peoria Halloween Monster Bash afterward! We love that they are including a sensory room for persons with disabilities where they can experience the festivities in a quiet place. There will also be blue ribbon bags representing those with Autism and teal pumpkin stations with crafts and toys for those with food allergies. How thoughtful! The festival is free to attend but please bring canned goods as a donation to St. Mary's Food Bank.

NFL On The UWS

upperwestsidephx@gmail.com (Bryan Mortensen) — Thu, 17 Oct 2019 16:24:21 GMT

Whether you're rooting for the Cardinals or you're a diehard fan of another team, we can all agree that Sundays in the Fall are for football! Our long-time neighborhood favorite, Lakeside Bar & Grill , has you covered all day Sunday for serious football fans and those that just want an excuse to drink a mimosa!

Start the day with their new breakfast menu and breakfast cocktails! Then continue on with Happy Hour all day, NFL Sunday Ticket, and wall-to-wall TVs including on the patio!

Here are the highlights:

-Happy Hour is all day on Sunday with happy hour prices on food and beverages

-They have NFL Sunday Ticket so you can watch ALL the games

-They have new TVs, upgraded TVs, patio TVs, and they recently added more TVs so that you can see a game from anywhere in the restaurant

-They open early at 9am on Sundays

-They completely upgraded their breakfast menu and have some unique items such as a Doughnut Burger, Chicken & Waffles, Huevos Rancheros, and Southwestern Chorizo Burrito. There are healthy items like Avocado Toast, traditional items like eggs and omelets, and they added a kids menu.

-They also completely upgraded their breakfast cocktail s with a Bacon Bloody Mary, Spicy Bloody Mary, bigger mimosas, flavored mimosas, and mimosa flights.

You know where you'll find us on Sunday mornings! And if that's not enough football for you, they also have Monday and Thursday NFL with Happy Hour from 3pm till close. Rah rah! Go team!

Lakeside Bar & Grill

9980 W. Happy Valley Rd. #1101

Peoria, AZ 85383

(623) 566-1470

https://lakesidebarandgrillaz.com

Join Us October 23rd for Baseball's Best Kept Secret

upperwestsidephx@gmail.com (Bryan Mortensen) — Mon, 14 Oct 2019 16:16:23 GMT

Family-fun plus supporting Upper West Side PHX! What could be better?!? Fall League is the best kept secret in baseball and it's right in our backyard!!! Fall League is a chance for all the up and coming players to gain experience while we get an up close view! Past players have included: Derek Jeter, Albert Pujols, Aaron Judge, & Mike Trout.

Join us on Wednesday, October 23rd at 6:30PM at Peoria Sports Complex for a night of family-fun plus prizes from local businesses as the Peoria Javalinas take on the Scottsdale Scorpions! Purchase your tickets here . We have 100 tickets so GET THEM BEFORE THEY SELL OUT!!! Kids under 15 can get a FREE ticket at the ballpark box office that night so you only need to pay for those over 15.

Proceeds from this event go to Upper West Side PHX to help us with expenses involved in advocating for our community! Everyone that purchases a ticket through Upper West Side PHX will receive a FREE raffle ticket to win prizes to local businesses! We're giving away gift cards to local restaurants, baseball themed cookies, a "Baseball Mom" hat, and other fun prizes from local businesses! Plus, the Peoria Chamber of Commerce will also be at Fall League on 10/23 helping raise money for the Peoria Diamond Club and our followers are invited to join them in the Colonnade inside the ballpark for FREE appetizers from the Peoria Sports Complex!

Ticket pick up will be prior to the game from 5:30-6:30 pm at the Upper West Side PHX table. ID matching the name on the order will be required at pick-up. You must pick up your raffle ticket that night when you pick up your tickets but prizes will be announced online the next day so you do NOT have to be present to win. We will give you directions for the FREE kids tickets when you pick up your adult ticket from us that night. Hope you can join us!

Chinese Food on the Upper West Side

upperwestsidephx@gmail.com (Bryan Mortensen) — Wed, 11 Sep 2019 15:02:24 GMT

We've seen a lot of recent posts on Nextdoor looking for good Chinese food in the Northwest Valley so we wanted to share one of our favorites with you! Kawaii Sushi & Asian Cuisine is a hidden gem on the Upper West Side and sets the standard for Asian Fusion in the valley. It is a rising star on Yelp and becoming increasingly more popular with many local foodies. It's hard to find a place with good Chinese food and good sushi around here but Kawaii hits the spot!

Kawaii has be en owned and operated by Kelly Yu and her family for over 5 years in north Glendale (67th Ave. & Happy Valley). It's a local favorite and they recently opened a second Kawaii location in Peoria (83rd Ave. & Deer Valley) to meet the demand. "It's a fun, friendly, family atmosphere" says Kelly Yu who brings over 19 years of experience in the restaurant business. Some of Kawaii's biggest fans are kids and retirees because the menu has something for everyone. This includes sushi, soups, salads, and traditional Cantonese style Chinese food, which is a rare find in the Valley! Kawaii can feed the pickiest eaters or take you on a culinary adventure! They also offer catering and can customize orders to suit dietary restrictions or allergies. Our menu favorites include: Chicken Noodle Soup (seriously, trust us on this), Pork Fried Rice, Colorado River Roll, Kung Pao lunch special, and Rocky Shrimp.

Everyone that meets Kelly Yu instantly sees her passion, flexibility, and eagerness to please her customers. Not only does she focus on the food preparation but also on providing excellent customer service. Kelly truly cares about the community! She takes pride in hiring students and young adults who do not have any work experience. "We have hired a lot of kids who didn't have a resume because this was the first job they were applying for. I remember what it was like applying for my first job. They just need an opportunity like I did." In addition, Kawaii serves the community as an active sponsor of youth sports, music programs, police and fire departments, and other community charitable causes. Kawaii truly is about family. From the family members that prepare the food to the families that work and eat there. Kawaii's commitment to community and public relations has cemented its "roll" in our area!

Don't miss out on happy hour (full bar with great wine selection), lunch specials, and monthly specials! For info on all these events and special promotions, follow Kawaii on Instagram @kawaiisushiaz and like them on Facebook!

Visit both locations at:

8385 W. Deer Valley Rd. Suite #114

Peoria, AZ 85382

(623)561-1988

6350 W. Happy Valley Rd. Suite #112

Glendale, AZ 85310

(623)566-3888

Ice Skating Recap + What's Next

upperwestsidephx@gmail.com (Bryan Mortensen) — Wed, 04 Sep 2019 14:40:34 GMT

This Summer, like last year, we took advantage of the slow season in the Valley and hosted a series of fun Upper West Side PHX Summer Pop-Up Events! We got to offer a great deal to our followers at each event and help support local businesses in the process. If that wasn't enough, we also gave away awesome prizes at each event!

We kicked off the Summer with a class at Pure Barre Arrowhead in June followed by brunch at Bottega Pizzeria Ristorante. Next up was Boutique & Brunch at Urban Margarita with Desert Bloom by M & M. We finished off our Summer events most recently with Ice Skating Night on August 24th. We want to take a minute to recap that event and let you know what is coming up next!

Thank you to everyone that attended our first family-friendly event! We had our biggest turn out ever! We love that Upper West Siders come out to support local businesses and this community movement time after time! Ice skating was a nice break from the raging heat and we know the kids loved it! We hope to host another ice skating event in the future for anyone that wants to try it again or couldn't make it to this event. A HUGE thank you to our amazing hosts for planning everything, as well as providing skating lessons, volunteers, and discounts:

AZ Ice Peoria

Thank you to the following businesses for donating the fabulous prizes we gave away:

AZ Ice Peoria: parties, lessons, public skating passes, discounts!
Behind The Mask: hockey hats & water bottles
Polished By Mai (new on Deer Valley at 77th Ave.): gift card
Sinful Blow Dry Bar: gift card
Sparkling Divine Baked Goods: salted caramel bars (personal favorite!) and cookie booth
The Cookie House (new on 83rd Ave. at Union Hills): beautiful ice skating themed cookies
The Social on 83rd: gift card

We are gratef ul to the local businesses that support us and help keep this movement going! We love that our community supports these local businesses in return. Community engagement is essential to making this movement successful! Due to the popularity of our Summer events, we plan to continue hosting events throughout the Fall. We're planning more family-friendly events as well as our regular brunch/happy hour events. Details to follow... stay tuned!

What's New & Why We Drive To Bell Rd.

upperwestsidephx@gmail.com (Bryan Mortensen) — Wed, 14 Aug 2019 14:32:37 GMT

What comes to mind as you think of these places: Bell Road, Arrowhead Mall, or P83? Some might say lots of shopping and dining; others might say horrible traffic. What is it that makes this area so desirable for retailers, developers, and restaurants? Why do we have to keep driving down there to get to the stores and restaurants we want closer to home?

Like it or not, the Arrowhead Mall/Bell Road area is and will continue to be the go-to area for shopping, entertainment, and food for the foreseeable future on the Upper West Side. It’s location just off the Loop 101 brings people from all over the West Valley and North Phoenix making it prime location for business owners. High traffic counts (because of Bell Road’s regional appeal) and infrastructure also contribute to its appeal to business owners. Did you know that the City of Peoria has the second highest number of car sales in the entire valley (behind Scottsdale)? High traffic counts, visibility, and accessibility all contribute to the success of the dealerships and businesses on Bell Rd. You may not realize how often you shop somewhere or go eat at a restaurant simply because you pass it regularly. Retailers know this and want their business in areas highly visible and accessible from the street. The more cars that drive by a store each day, the better chance to attract more customers.

Arrowhead Towne Center is a “unicorn” in the valley for its great location and large regional appeal. Before the recession there were plans for two more regional malls in the West Valley (Goodyear & Surprise) and Metrocenter still had stores open for business. When plans for these malls fell through and Metrocenter lost most of its tenants, West Valley residents had nowhere else to shop besides Arrowhead Mall. While many malls nationwide were closing their doors because of new e-commerce trends, Arrowhead Towne Center just kept getting busier. Did you know that Arrowhead Mall is the busiest mall in the state? It has the second highest sales numbers per square foot only behind Scottsdale Fashion Square. The mall has already secured a new tenant (though they won’t disclosed who it will be yet) for the large space that Sears will be vacating.

The Arrowhead area, Bell Road, & P83 have the infrastructure to support lots of consumers and even more businesses. There are multiple power centers with huge parking lots, a main road with 4 lanes in each direction, a freeway adjacent to the corridor with 4 lanes in each direction, and a mall with about 1,000,000 square feet of shopping space. For this reason, businesses are not afraid to open in these areas. Currently, the mall is marketing to sell/lease portions of its parking lot around the mall loop to developers to add even more retail to the area. Current tenants looking in the area for space to open their concepts are Original Chop Shop and Barrio Queen. Old Country Buffet will be shutting their doors and Buffalo Wild Wings will be moving in. There will also be an additional 3,000 square feet available for a second tenant adjacent to Buffalo Wild Wings. Redevelopments like this will continue to occur in the area during the coming years.

In short, the Arrowhead area is hot and will continue to be so in the future.

New Tenants, Redevelopment, and Repurposing:

Scandinavian Designs will take over the former Babies-R-Us space.
Chick-Fil-A on 83rd Ave. has submitted plans to the city of Peoria to expand & remodel their restaurant, and add another lane to the drive thru.
Cucina Tagliani recently closed their doors and the property will be redeveloped. It is currently on the market for lease. Preliminary plans show two buildings on the site, one with a drive thru.
Hooters will be closing their Peoria location and their space is currently on the market for lease.
Sears will be closing their Arrowhead location in August 2019 and the mall has already secured a replacement tenant. The tenant has not been disclosed.
The city of Peoria (in conjunction with CBRE), is marketing the former McDuffy’s space at 83rdAve & Mariners Way. The plan is to redevelop the building into a modern office space to attract a tech company. The city previously purchased this building to ensure that it would not be another restaurant.
The city of Peoria is working in conjunction with Plaza Companies to develop a 17-acre high-tech office campus where the current parking lot is in front of Peoria Sports Complex. Plans call for multi-level office buildings, a parking garage, and a boutique hotel, as well as dining and light retail. The city is seeking a large anchor tenant at the campus before beginning construction. Targeted industries are tech and financial services. The site was a top 2 choice for Allstate insurance last year, who ultimately chose a move-in-ready office complex in Chandler.
The vacant lot adjacent to the Cadillac dealership was purchased in 2017 by a group out of Nevada. Plans for the site have been rumored to be a Land Rover/Jaguar car dealership.
Marriott is getting plans approved with the city of Peoria to build two hotels at the SW corner of 75thAve & Paradise Ln (across the street from Ah-So). The SE corner will be an apartment complex.

By: Bryan Mortensen

Back To School

upperwestsidephx@gmail.com (Bryan Mortensen) — Sun, 11 Aug 2019 14:24:57 GMT

Back to school can be such an exciting time! New friends, new teachers, & a new year filled with learning and adventure! Often times we find that the back to school season can also be overwhelming & stressful not only for parents but for kiddos too! Here are some tips to help keep the back-to-school transition running the best for everyone!

1. Create a r outine and stick to it. Kids (& parents) often thrive & perform their best when a schedule is being followed. Creating a chart that shows what your kiddos need to do each day can also be a helpful way to keep everyone on track and help the mornings & evenings run as smooth as possible! Charts are also a great way to keep kids accountable to what they are responsible for each day (brushing their teeth, doing their homework, making their bed, helping around the house).

2. Prepare meals & outfits ahead of time. Packing lunches the night before or even meal prepping them over the weekend can take a lot of stress out of morning routines & help get everyone out the door on time. Meal prepping dinners also saves time & energy on late nights where it's difficult to cook when you get home! You can also set out outfits the night before or even create outfits for the entire week to help make your mornings run smooth! Try a closet organizer or bin with drawers to place outfits in so kiddos know what to wear & can get ready on their own!

3. Lean on your tribe! Finding other parents that could help with carpool, after school activities, & keeping you up-to-date with things going on at school can help you from feeling overwhelmed with the amount of things you need to accomplish! Most schools have a Facebook group for parents that can be a great resource & help you find someone in your child’s school & grade that you can connect with!

4. Make health a priority! The additional stress during this time of year can take a toll on your mental health & immune system, both for kiddos & parents. Make sure everyone is getting enough sleep, taking vitamins, limiting screen time, & eating a balanced diet full of healthy foods! Staying on top of your family's wellness can prevent everyone from feeling rundown & keep your immune systems strong!

5. Don’t forget to make time for FUN! Parents cannot pour from an empty cup so take time during the day to relax & decompress! It’s also so important to let kids be kids so make sure that they have time to play & be creative!

We see so many families in our office & feel so fortunate that we get to interact with them & help them adjust to the transitions during these overwhelming times! We will be holding an event on Thursday, August 29th with more Back to School Tools for kiddos & parents including breathing techniques, a conversation about stress & an essential oils make & take! You can find additional information on our website www.ignitefamilychiro.com

We are looking forward to an exciting and healthy school year!

Robyn's Nest Grand Remodel

upperwestsidephx@gmail.com (Bryan Mortensen) — Thu, 08 Aug 2019 14:16:44 GMT

Have you had a chance to check out Robyn’s Nest since they remodeled in July? After coming back from vacation it was one of our first stops (scroll down to see what we got)! They closed from July 1-23 to remodel and we love the new look! Here are the highlights:

· Gorgeous new built-in fireplace

· Entire section devoted to succulents

· Built-in shelving to make it easier to find small gift items

· Tons of gorgeous new lighting for sale

· New lines of merchandise, including LOCAL products

· One of a kind artisan pieces for sale

· Bright white paint and ceiling to make it easy to visualize products in your home

· Cement flooring reflects the increasingly popular industrial style interior design

· Adorable t-shirts they had made with our favorite quote

Robyn just went on a buying trip to Las Vegas and has a lot of fun new lines to introduce! We recently purchased this adorable t-shirt by local company A'Dena Tees. Robyn had it made specifically for us with our favorite quote! How cool is that? Stay tuned later this month when we give away a t-shirt and then announce a promotion where a percentage of the sales from this shirt go to Upper West Side PHX to help us cover expenses.

Robyn gave us a sneak peek of her back room with Christmas items already arriving! Halloween, Thanksgiving, and Christmas are going to be HUGE at Robyn’s Nest this year! Want to decorate your home for each holiday? Did you know that Robyn will put together custom decorations for you? She can help you with anything from holidays to custom succulent arrangements! Stop in today to check out all that’s new at Robyn’s Nest!

Robyn's Nest

24650 N. Lake Pleasant Pkwy., #103

Peoria, AZ 85383

https://robynsnesthome.com

Info@RobynsNestHome.com

(623)572-0740

The Skoop On How To Cool Down

upperwestsidephx@gmail.com (Bryan Mortensen) — Mon, 15 Jul 2019 13:56:35 GMT

If you haven’t had a chance to stop by Nekter lately, you are missing out! They recently introduced 4 new Skoop limited-edition summer flavors! This is not any ordinary ice cream. Nekter uses all vegan ingredients to make these wonderful concoctions. Not only are they all vegan, they are always made with fresh, natural, and raw ingredients that are designed to optimize overall health and wellness by feeding your body with essential vitamins and nutrients. Now you can have your ice cream and feel good about it too!

Check out their newest offerings below:

Monster Cookie Dough– Blue spirulina with chunks of vegan cookie dough and vegan chocolate chips, Madagascar vanilla, coconut milk, and a touch of agave nectar
Peanut Butter Swirl– Peanut butter swirls amongst layers of vegan chocolate, coconut milk, Madagascar vanilla, agave nectar, with a pinch of sea salt
Orange Twist– A blend of coconut milk with tangerines, Madagascar vanilla, and a hint of agave nectar
Chocolate Haz e– A mash-up of pure cocoa, hazelnut butter, cashew milk, rich peanut butter, coconut sugar, agave nectar and a dash of sea salt

Be sure to get there early because they do sell out of these ever so popular flavors. The Monster Cookie Dough seems to be a favorite for kids because of its vibrant blue color!

If ice cream is not your thing, be sure to try their farm-fresh Watermelon Berry Smoothie or refreshing Watermelon Cooler Juice. These summer treats are only available until September 9 so don’t miss them! This is a perfect treat to help you cool down in this Arizona heat!

Download the Nekter App to start earning FREE Nekter!

Nekter Juice Bar

24870 N. Lake Pleasant Pkwy.

Suite C-104

Peoria, AZ 85383

www.nekterjuicebar.com

(623) 825-1155

Contributor: Silvia Jajou

Boutique & Brunch Recap + What's Next Summer 2019 Boutique & Brunch Recap + What's Next Summer 2019

upperwestsidephx@gmail.com (Bryan Mortensen) — Sat, 06 Jul 2019 13:50:19 GMT

Summer is typically a slower time for businesses in the Valley as many people go on vacation to escape the heat. Like last year, we’re taking advantage of the slower season and hosting a series of fun Summer Pop-Up Events. We’re offering a great deal for our followers at each event and helping support local businesses in the process! If that’s not enough, we also give away awesome prizes at our events!

We want to take a minute to recap last week’s Boutique & Brunch event and let you know what is coming up next in our Upper West Side PHX Summer Series!

Thank you to everyone that attended our first event of the summer! We had a great turnout for brunch at Urban Margarita despite the raging heat that day! We love that Upper West Siders come out to support local businesses and this community movement rain or (super hot) shine! A HUGE thank you to our hosts:

David at Urban Margarita
Miranda wit h Desert Bloom

Thank you to the following businesses for donating the fabulous prizes we gave away:

Always Your Best Aesthetics: dysport gift certificate
Board & Brush: gift certificate
Desert Bloom: tee and tote
Mythic Brews: cold brew gift basket & gift card
Pure Barre: one month of unlimited classes & pure barre swag
Sinful Blow Dry Bar: blowout gift card & hair products
Sparkling Divine Baked Goods: gift certificate
Urban Margarita: gift card

We are grateful to the local businesses that support us and help keep this movement going! We love that our community supports local businesses as community engagement is essential to making this movement successful! Our next event will be in August once school starts up again and families are back in town. We will have an ICE SKATING event (because it’s too hot for anything else) in August and a SUSHI event in September. Details to follow! We can’t wait to see you all there!

Happy Summer

upperwestsidephx@gmail.com (Bryan Mortensen) — Thu, 20 Jun 2019 13:19:57 GMT

We get far more requests for restaurants than any other type of business. It’s clear that we all want more variety and options when it comes to dining on the Upper West Side but it’s important to remember that a community is about more than just shopping and dining. It is essential for communities to support its members by providing services, resources, education, etc, and it just so happens one of our favorite local businesses does just that! The Tutoring Center offers academic support to kids in our community during the school year AND the summer months when your kids might need it most. Don’t let your kids lose the skills they worked so hard to gain all year. Check out the advice we received from some of our favorite teachers and send your kids over to see Dr. Becky Clark at The Tutoring Center!

We asked Dr. Becky about summer tutoring and here’s what she had to say:

Q: What are the benefits of summer tutoring?

A: Summer is the perfect time for students not only to maintain knowledge/skills but also get ahead before school starts again. For example, in our math program this summer, we are preparing students for next year’s math so they can begin the school year already familiar with the new math concepts.

Q: What do you recommend all students do over the summer to keep up with their education?

A: Read fun, interesting materials. Of course books are great but magazines, instructions for playing a game, recipes, and movie reviews, are also good examples of reading materials that provide both information and enjoyment. Make reading a family event where each member gets to share a favorite story. Play memory games like Concentration and Simon so that students enhance their working memory skills. These skills will lead to better reading comprehension and also improve students' abilities to memorize, for example, basic math facts and word definitions.

Q: What summer programs do you offer?

A: We offer summer programs in the following areas: Math, Reading, Writing, Enrichment, Study Skills, and Pre-SAT/ACT. We also help students, who are entering Kindergarten in the fall, get ready for school.

Here is some additional advice from our favorite Upper West Side teachers Jenny, Amy, and Kristi:

1. Read everyday and do math facts!

2. Give kids 3 days per week just for them. Let them pick the activity they want to do on those days. Spend the rest of the week at home letting them enjoy vacation and giving you time to get done whatever you need to do.

3. Give your kids a checklist each day with chores and educational activities. They don't get "free time" until they finish their work!

Hope everyone has a great Summer!

The Tutoring Center

6525 West Happy Valley Road, Suite C-101

Glendale, AZ 85310

www.tutoringcenter.com

glendaleaz@tutoringcenter.com

(623) 566-6630

Why Norterra Is Important To The Upper West Side

upperwestsidephx@gmail.com (Bryan Mortensen) — Tue, 18 Jun 2019 13:12:17 GMT

Jobs! This is the favorite word in the English language to developers. Why? Jobs bring people--who, in turn, need services. Where do most people that live on the Upper West Side work? Many Upper West Siders work along the I-17 employment corridor. This stretch of freeway from Northern Ave. all the way up to Carefree Hwy. has 56,000 jobs clustered throughout. This is very important to both our local community as well as the Phoenix area as a whole.

Did you know that because of the I-17 employment corridor, Phoenix is known as “Wall Street West?” That’s right, behind #1 Houston & #2 Wall Street, Phoenix has the 3rd highest U.S financial services workforce in the country. And, it just so happens that the majority of these jobs are concentrated along the I-17 corridor. Because of this, it isn’t hard to see why companies such as PetSmart, American Express, Cox, USAA, Farmers Insurance, Discover, and Safeway/Albertson’s have all chosen the I-17 corridor to set up their regional operations.

San Antonio-based USAA recently opened a second campus along I-17 near Norterra. They are in the process of hiring 1,100 engineers/software developers to fill this new building because of the area’s well-educated workforce and the success of their huge office campus already operating at I-17 & Happy Valley. These new jobs are all high-paying with most salaries well over $100,000.

So, where do these new em ployees live, eat, and shop? They typically do so within a 30-minute drive of their job. This includes the entire Upper West Side and some surrounding areas. USAA knows this and is trying to capitalize on their prime real estate. That is why they teamed up with Sunbelt Holdings to develop a new residential neighborhood that surrounds their campus called “Union Park”. This upscale community (with homes from the mid $300,000s up to the $600,000s+) is destined to be the Desert Ridge of Northwest Phoenix. With upscale homes, a high daytime population, and easy access to freeways, this neighborhood is a developer’s dream. Because of this, USAA also has plans to develop a “main street” with upscale shopping and dining that will be right in the middle of the community. Upscale shops and restaurants will flock to the development because of the high-income jobs and daytime population already existing in the surrounding area.

When will the Upper West Side see this kind of development? The Upper West Side is already a force to be reckoned with. Did you know that according to “Phoenix Business Journal” zip codes 85383 and 85083 are the 7th and 8th wealthiest zip codes respectively in the entire valley? I am sure most of us living here are not surprised, but a lot of developers are. We have the power to let our voices be heard and to spread the word that UWS is the high income, well-educated, and increasingly dense area where all shops, restaurants, and employers should want to open and do business!

By: Bryan Mortensen

LRA Real Estate Group, LLC

www.LRArealestate.com

bryanm@LRAphx.com

(602)621-3770

Barre, Bubbles, & Bottega + What's Next Summer 2019

upperwestsidephx@gmail.com (Bryan Mortensen) — Wed, 12 Jun 2019 13:02:44 GMT

We want to take a minute to recap last week’s Barre, Bubbles, & Bottega event and let you know what is coming next in our Upper West Side PHX Summer Series!

Thank you to everyone that attended our first event of the summer! We had an almost full class at Pure Barre! It was fun to try a barre class and then wander over to Bottega for 10 cent mimosas and lunch! We love that The Citadelle plaza makes it so easy to do that! A HUGE thank you to our hosts:

Kasey at Pure Barre
Nick at Bottega Pizzeria & Ristorante
And all of their amazing staff!

Thank you to the following businesses for donating the fabulous prizes we gave away:

Always Your Best Aesthetics: Skin Better Science set & 10 units of Botox
Mythic Brews: Cold brew gift basket & gift card
Pure Barre: one month of unlimited classes & PB grippy socks
Signatures: Kendra Scott druzy necklace
Sparkling Divine Baked Goods: 6” specialty cake & sparkly salted caramel bars (that were to die for!)

We were lucky to have a few of our community partners at the event as well. Thank you to the following business owners for coming out to participate and meet the community:

Dr. Kenzie of Ignite Family Chiropractic
Joanne Nance owner of Always Your Best Aesthetics
Kasey Fleming owner of Pure Barre
Jamie Andrews owner of Sparkling Divine Baked Goods

Without community partners like them, this movement would not be possible! Please remember to support the businesses that support the Upper West Side PHX movement!

We received a lot of great questions from everyone that attended the event. We love hosting community events because meeting our followers helps us to better understand the wants and needs of the community. We will be using the feedback we received as the basis for some of our social media posts going forward. Community engagement is essential to making this movement successful!

Please SAVE THE DATE for our next even t, BOUTIQUE & BRUNCH, on June 30that Urban Margarita! Details to follow! We can’t wait to see you all there!

Sunrise Promenade

upperwestsidephx@gmail.com (Bryan Mortensen) — Mon, 10 Jun 2019 12:50:58 GMT

If you have driven down Lake Pleasant Pkwy. south of Happy Valley Rd. recently you may have noticed that construction has begun on Sunrise Promenade! If you’re not familiar with this project, it is the complex going in on the east side of Lake Pleasant Pkwy. at Hatfield Rd. It will be anchored by Aldi. We met with the developer, Thompson Thrift last week and wanted to share the following info with you.

Aldi closed on their parcel last week and is working to finalize their city permits (they have not released a start date or opening date).

There is approx. 7,500 sq. ft. of remaining available space.

Additional tenants are being finalized but we are not at liberty to announce at this timeThe following tenants are locked in:

Black Rock Coffee
BurgerIM
Honey Go Nails
Jabz Boxing
Sherwin Williams

Construction to be completed Q4 2019 with businesses opening in the first part of 2020.

In addition to shopping and dining, there will be a residential complex built behind Sunrise Promenade. Construction of the residential complex will begin a few months after the commercial complex. The residential complex will be a mixed-use rental community that consists of 1, 2 and 3-bedroom attached homes. The amenity package will offer a clubhouse with fitness room, pool, spa, and outdoor cooking stations. This community will be gated and have high-end finishes.

The developer has been great to work with and we’re looking forward to this wonderful addition to the Upper West Side!

Thompson Thrift Retail Group

Contact: Jake Heims

Sunrise Promenade

https://thompsonthriftretailgroup.com

jheims@thompsonthrift.com

(602) 313-8636

Is Your Hair Summer Ready?

upperwestsidephx@gmail.com (Bryan Mortensen) — Sun, 19 May 2019 12:44:07 GMT

Summer is coming, are you ready? More importantly, is your hair ready?

If you are an ything like me this season calls for some outdoor fun but that can do some serious damage to your locks. The following are some simple tips that will help keep your hair in its best condition and looking great during the intense Arizona summer season:

Just like sun screen on your skin you will need to protect your hair the same way. Here are a few products and/or tips to step up your protection game this summer. Using a UV protection product like Untangled from KevinMurphy will create a barrier between the sun and your hair while leaving it soft and hydrated. For you curly haired ladies out there, make sure you are using a moisturizing product in these dry conditions, this is to prevent frizz and protect your natural texture from spontaneous humidity. My new favorite product is Olaplex #6. Versatile and can be used on both wet a dry hair. This last protection tip is simple and easy to incorporate in your daily routine, change your blow dryer settings. Easy right? This is so important because our hair is naturally going to dry faster on its own in the summer, simply not necessary to expose it to a high heat setting to expedite dryness.

Choosing quality products will help keep your hair in the best shape and combat those summer conditions. Here is where I am going to plug a few of my favorite Kevin Murphy products for the summer. I am not trying to sell you anything, I just want you to understand why making changes or incorporating a certain products is the right answer to keeping your hair hydrated and healthy. You probably didn’t know that product will always want to revert back to its natural state, stay away from waxes and mousse in the summer. Instead, incorporating a weightless volumizer like Body.Mass in place of mousse will allow your hair to maintain volume without any extra weight through the warmer months. Another good idea is to switch to a flexible hold hairspray and using multiple layers to create the same hold without the added weight. What does that mean? It means pick up Session.Flex by KM and use it in place of your hard hold hairspray. For all the men out there I will make it very simple. Incorporate a light spritz of hair spray over all pomades so it doesn’t soften as our body heat rises.

Take care of your hair by picking one day a week that you really pamper your locks. On that day you should detoxify your hair by using a clarifying shampoo, my favorite is Maxi.Wash, followed up by Hydrate Me Masque. Your hair will thank you!

Fun in the sun and time by the pool is something we all love, but it will definitely take a toll on your hair. Follow these few steps to fight the good fight against chlorine. Spray your hair down with a water bottle prior to jumping in the pool and spritz in detangler to create a barrier between your hair and chlorine. Always shampoo and condition afterwards, seems like common sense right? Well let me tell you why this is so important, chlorine is a chemical that builds up in the hair over time and can cause a tight scalp, dry hair and even worse, leave a green hue to all hair colors out there. Especially for our blondes; the chlorine doesn’t make your hair green, it’s the combination with the sun that does it. Another easy thing to do is to wear a hat, if you protect your hair from the direct sun it will not cause your color to fade and loose shine. The most important tip here is to make sure your hair is wet before you make a splash, your thirsty hair will soak up anything it can get, so give it that H2O.

Stop by and see me for a complimentary consultation, I would be happy to assist you with understanding what your hair needs for this summer. In addition to a complimentary consult I would like to extend a 10% discount from Balayage, lightening services, and all conditioning treatments to maintain hydration as it warms up.

Matriarch Salon

19420 N. 59th Avenue

Building A-201 (Room 7)

Glendale, AZ 85308

Call/Text: (623)640-2720

IG: melissa_matriarch

FB: Matriarch Salon

NW Valley's Neighborhood Anchor Celebrates 11 Years

upperwestsidephx@gmail.com (Bryan Mortensen) — Wed, 08 May 2019 04:05:38 GMT

It's been 11 YEARS since Lakeside Bar & Grill became North Peoria's favorite neighborhood gathering spot! Join them on Saturday, May 11th as they celebrate 11 years of lake life with Happy Hour ALL DAY, a hula hoop contest for prizes, giveaways, drink and shot specials, and live music from The Crown Kings from 9pm 'till 12am! This is a party you won't want to miss!

OPEN TILL CLOSE HAPPY HOUR SPECIALS:

Domestic and Classic Drafts Pint

$3 | 22oz $4 | Pitcher $10.50

Premium Drafts

Pint $4 | 22oz $5 | Pitcher $12.50

Domestic and Classic Bottles $3

Premium Bottles $4.25

House Wines by the Glass $5.50

Well Drinks $3.25

$1.50 off Starters

You can also join them the next day to celebrate Mother's D ay, Sunday May 12th with a free dessert and a rose for all moms that day. They'll be open at 9am with breakfast until 11am and will have $3.25 Bloody Marys and Mimosas!

Check out our Q & A with Lakeside:

1. How long has Lakeside been in the community?

Lakeside Bar & Grill has been the NW Valley's favorite gathering place for 11 years, serving the Upper West Side since May, 2008.

2. How have you been a staple of the community?

When Lakeside opened 11 years ago, the restaurant was one of the few stops on the way to Lake Pleasant and one of the few locally-owned establishments. We became the neighborhood anchor that the community could count on to be family-friendly and fun to dine at. 11 years later, we've held true to our commitment to provide great food and service. Last year we underwent a major renovation and updated the menu with new food and beverage options to meet the demands of the growing and changing community. Now we have something for everyone! You can come to Lakeside to enjoy a family dinner or an adult night out. You can join us to indulge in a 1/2lb burger or keep it healthier with salmon and grilled veggies. We've enjoyed seeing the area grow and develop and are proud to be one the original Upper West Side businesses!

We're a true local business, owned and operated by local Valley residents. We're incredibly grateful for the support of the surrounding community over the past 11 years and are always happy to give back to our neighbors. One of the ways we do that is through fundraising nights, where we donate a percentage of food and non-alcoholic beverage sales to an organization, person, or family in need. Our fundraising nights have benefited the local police and fire departments, schools, and even our own team members when needed. When tragedy struck a member of our team in the form of a devastating house fire, Lakeside Bar & Grill held a fundraising night with proceeds going to help the family rebuild their home.

We have been an Upper West Side PHX supporter since the very beginning and love the renewed sense of community pride that has come from the movement! We are always looking to support local!

3. Anything else you think makes Lakeside unique?

Almost all of our menu items are prepared in house from scratch! We make our own batter and hand-batter our fish every week for our All-You-Can-Eat Friday Fish Fry. From our jalapeno jam and guacamole to our bread pudding with whiskey caramel sauce, and so much more - all of it is made right in our kitchen by our talented team!

We have a real airplane glider hanging from our ceiling! Just look up when you walk into the dining room!

We have events and specials every night of the week, plus daily Happy Hour, so you know that there will always be something fun happening at Lakeside!

For more information, check out: https://lakesidebar andgrillaz.com

Mother's Day On The Upper West Side

upperwestsidephx@gmail.com (Bryan Mortensen) — Fri, 03 May 2019 03:46:53 GMT

Mother's Day is just around the corner and there are plenty of opportunities on the Upper West Side to show mom just how much you love her! Here is the info you need for places to shop, visit, and eat to make May 12th a special day for Mom:

Signatures Invitations and Gift:

Signatures is a great place to find Mom that perfect gift. Check out their amazing special:

Through MAY 12, 2019 FREE EARRINGS when you purchase any two necklace, bracelets or watches.

They are also hosting a KENDRA SCOTT TRUNK SHOW Saturday, May 4th 11AM-5PM. FREE Kendra Scott Jewelry with a $125.00 KS purchase. That is not all, with your KS purchase, you will be entered into the raffle to win a large KS jewelry box.

More info on Signatures' Facebook page.

Robyn's Nest:

Don't forget to shop local when looking for a Mother's Day Gift. With a wonderful selection of unique home furnishings, lighting, and gift items you'll be sure to find mom the perfect present at Robyn's Nest. For gift idea, check out the Robyn's Nest Facebook page.

Amazing Lash Peoria Lake Pleasant:

Buy a $100 gift card and receive and additional $20 in free Lash Cash & 1 free volume upgrade. You can find more info about Amazing Lash on their Facebook p age.

Always Your Best Aesthetics:

Treat mom to the pampering she deserves with 15% off any Skinbetter Science purchase.

Moms get 5 free units of botox with any botox purchase of 20 units or more and $50 off any fillers or micro needling treatments.

For more information about the treatments offered check out their website: ww w.alwaysyourbestaesthetics.com

Sinful Blow Dry Bar

Saturday, May 11th join the fun for Botox, Bubbles, and Blowouts! In addition to getting a blowout, they will have specials on botox, champagne, sweet treats, and a pop up boutique! A portion of the proceeds will benefit UMOM new day center so head out and get pampered for a good cause! To book your appointment, call (623)777-0277 or check out www.sinfulblowdrybar.com

If you're looking for a last minute gift idea swing by and pick a gift certificate for a blowout! Mom can get pampered while enjoying a mimosas or glass of wine and walk out with perfect hair!

Pure Barre:

Upper West Side PHX followers can get 5 weeks of unlimited classes for $99, sign up through Mother’s Day! Details are available on our Homepage .

The Social On 83rd:

Extended brunch from 10AM-4PM

FREE mimosa for every mom!

New Chef and a BRAND NEW MENU & BRUNCH MENU comes out May 7th.

Check back on The Social's Facebook page to see the new menu when it comes out!

Urban Margarita:

Brunch begins and 9:30AM

Reservations can be made by calling (623)561-6674

Mimosa and bellinis (peach, raspberry, strawberry and mango) for just $4 all day

Regular brunch menu plus the following specials:

Crab and Lobster Benedict, $15

Bananas Foster French Toast, $12

More details on their Facebook event page and check out this awesome AZ Central article that just came out singing their praise for Urban Margarita!

Lakeside Bar and Grill:

Breakfast 9-11AM

$3.25 Bloody Mary's and Mimosas all day

Happy Hour 3-7PM and 9PM-close

All moms will receive a rose and complimentary dessert!

With plenty of space for groups, a dog-friendly patio, and a menu of house made mom-approved favorites, Lakeside is the perfect place to dine on Mother's Day!

Check out their Facebook event page for more details.

Kawaii Sushi and Asian Cuisine:

Sunday happy hour from 3-6PM with discounts on food and beverages at Deer Valley and Happy Valley locations.

$15 for $30 worth of Gift Certificates will be available on LocalFlavor.com from May 1st, 2019!

Free Sunset Roll with $60 purchase.

May specials were just posted on their Facebook page as well.

Nekter (Lake Pleasant):

BOGO 24 oz. juice or smoothie when using the app. We got a 32 oz. Toxin Flush for just $5 this week by using the app so we know it really works!

By: Leigh Wag ner

Cinco de Mayo On The Upper West Side

upperwestsidephx@gmail.com (Bryan Mortensen) — Tue, 30 Apr 2019 02:27:23 GMT

Many people confuse Cinco de Mayo with Mexican Independence Day, however, Cinco de Mayo celebrates the Mexican army’s victory over France at the Battle of Puebla in 1862. In Mexico, this day is mostly celebrated in the state of Puebla with traditional military parades, reenactments of the battle, and other festive events. In Arizona, Cinco de Mayo celebrates Mexican culture through delicious food, tasty drinks, and fiestas! Take a look at what some of our local businesses are doing to celebrate:

Urban Margarita

Celebrate with the following $5 Specials on Sips and Apps all day:

House or Skinny Margarita
Sangria
2-Piece Chimi (Jalapeño Cilantro Cream Cheese or Chicken)
Carnitas and Green Chile Taquitos
3 Dips (Queso, Black Bean Dip, and Salsa)

Reservations can be made by calling (623)561-6674

Check out his awesome AZ Central article that they were just featured in!

Lakeside Bar & Grill

Celebrate with happy hour all day and the following specials:

$5 Micheladas
$7 Cenote Tequila Banco & Anejo Shots
$10 Margonas
$11.99 Enchiladas
Don't miss Abbey's famous tamales on Satu rday, May 4th (4pm-close)

The Social On 83rd

Celebrate with the following specials ALL DAY Sunday, May 5th:

Short Rib Taco specials
$2.50 Mexican Beers
$3 Margaritas
Stay tuned for their NEW MENU coming out May 7th

Revolu Modern Taqueria + Bar

Celebrate on both Saturday May 4th (4pm-close) & Sunday May 5th, all day with the following food and drink specials:

Discounted draft Mexican Beers
$5.00 House Margaritas
$12.00 Mixed Berry Infused CasaMigos Tequila Margaritas
$4.00 Pork Tamales
$5.00 Shrimp Coctel
$5.00 Chicken Sopes
$5.00 Pozole (Sunday only)

Revolu is partnering with a local charity, Soldiers Best Friend. They have $1 raffle tickets with 4 gifts up for grab! Two large stuffed pinatas, a Revolu gift basket (hat, t-shirts, gift card), 1 tequila gift basket (tequila, glassware, salt etc). The proceeds from the raffle tickets will go towards Soldier’s Best Friend. Four lucky guests will be taking the prizes home. The drawing for the baskets will be held on Sunday May 5th between 2-4PM. Must be present to win!

For more information call (623) 878-0215

Nekter Juice Bar (Lake Pleasant)

Enjoy $2 off any 24oz juice or smoothie all weekend long (5/3-5/6) when using the app!!

Lake Pleasant Cruises

Two Cinco de Mayo cruises to choose from:

Saturday, May 4th @ 6:00pm, they have a party cruise boat for 21+ crowd with live music, drinks and snacks available for purchase.
Sunday, May 5th @ 6:00pm they have a sunset dinner cruise featuring Mexican cuisine. All ages are welcome.

Check out their link for more information. https://www.lakepleasantcruises.com/special-events

Vistancia Farmers Market

Cinco de Mayo Farmers Market at The Village at Vistancia Clubhouse Parking Lot from 9-11AM. 75+Vendors, Keto Tamales, Nacho Company, Street Tacos, Burritos, Tons of Local Produce, Organic Pastries/Breads, Gourmet Sauces & Homemade Jams, Food Trucks, Kids Activities (Mini Train, Tropical Sno Shaved Ice, Kids Rock Store, Usborne Kids Book store & Mobile Petting Zoo) and live music. Note: this is the last market before Summer break.

Cinco de Mayo or Cinco de Drinko? Either way you look at it, the Upper West Side has some great options for you to celebrate!

By: Silvia Jajou

2019 Housing Market Update

upperwestsidephx@gmail.com (Bryan Mortensen) — Sun, 28 Apr 2019 02:12:32 GMT

The majority of the Upper West Side is residential so we asked local realtor and Community Partner, Susan Ramsey of The Ramsey Team at Keller Williams for a market update. The residential real estate market affects development and the commercial real estate market and vice vera. It is important to stay up to date on both as we work to bring more commercial development with specialty businesses to our community.

Here is The Ramsey Team's 2019 market update:

"The housing market ebbs and flows just like any other financial market. The 2019 housing market is best described as 'Steady.' This is a GOOD THING! There are no wild up swings or drops in the market, and nothing crazy with inventory. Demand for housing has been slightly behind 2018 numbers but is looking to catch up by the end of April based on pending and under contract homes. Closing time is about 30-50 days after a home goes under contract. Just as 'April showers bring May flowers,' April contracts bring May closings!

Our city is one of the largest growing in the country and has increased in size by nearly 16% since 2010. If the trends continue, Phoenix will surpass Boston in population by 2020. Maricopa County's healthy economy and growing job market are drawing people in from other parts of the country at an amazing rate ensuring residential inventory demand, in turn creating consistent demand and opportunity for commercial growth."

Commercial real estate trends generally follow residential real estate trends, with about a two year lag time. A steady residential real state market is a good sign for the future of commercial real estate development. If you have any questions regarding buying or selling a home in the Northwest suburbs of Phoenix, contact:

The Ramsey Team at Keller Williams Realty

7025 West Bell Road, Suite 10

Glendale, AZ 85308

www.ramseyteamhomes.com

info@theramseyteam.com

(623)486-3600

Who Run The World?!?

Thu, 25 Apr 2019 01:59:25 GMT

If you were to ask that question of Dr. Jen or Dr. Kenzie with Ignite Family Chiropractic, their answer would be clear. They have tailored their practice to helping and supporting the incredible women that they serve. When I first sat down with Dr. Jen, she told me she “gives out hugs as often as adjustments!” A pivotal focus of her practice is catering to the women of our community. Whether it’s by creating a calm and pleasant environment, watching your child while you get your adjustment, or simply giving out a much-needed hug, the staff of Ignite Family Chiro is here for you. While they treat patients in all seasons of life, they specialize in treating infants, children, pregnant women, and mothers.

The all-female staff at Ignite knows the importance of women supporting women in a world that too often focuses on flaws rather than celebrating success. The women at Ignite hold fun and educational monthly events focused on issues important to women and they take self-care seriously. To celebrate their accomplishments and reaching their goals, you’ll find them out getting a facial or pedicure because they practice what they preach. We are so excited to have such a unique business here on the Upper West Side and are looking forward to all the great things to come from Ignite Family Chiropractic! Stop in to see them, and congratulate them on their recent one-year anniversary… because who runs the world?!? Girls!

Ignite Family Chiropractic

9815 W. Happy Valley Rd. #1130

Peoria, AZ 85383

(623)825-0181

hello@ignitefamilychiro.com

ignitefamilychiro.com

By: Monica Anderson

Let the Countdown Begin!

upperwestsidephx@gmail.com (Bryan Mortensen) — Thu, 11 Apr 2019 01:51:32 GMT

It's hard to believe but Summer Break is just around the corner! There is just over a month of school left and we have a WONDERFUL resource in our community should your kids need a little help getting to the finish line.

It's perfectly normal for kids to struggle at times in school or with certain concepts. Mom and local Upper West Side Ambassador Kristen says, "I remember that happening to my daughter in 4th grade with math. It’s nice to know you’re not alone and there’s a great center nearby to help with reading, writing, algebra, SAT/ACT prep and many other subjects."

Yes, you read that right! The Tutoring Center offers SAT/ACT prep!

Located at 67th Avenue and Happy Valley Road in the Fry’s Shopping Center, The Tutoring Center is owned and operated by Dr. Becky Clark, Ed.D. Becky was previously the Dean of the College of Education at Grand Canyon University and has over 20 years experience in education. You can't help but love Dr. Becky when you meet her and her passion for helping kids learn is evident! The Tutoring Center offers tutoring for ages 5 and up. All students work 1:1 with an instructor to build their skills, focus, and confidence in a FUN environment. Younger students use games to build their skills and all students get to “shop” for fun prizes (everything from stuffed animals to scooters) the last week of the month with fake money they earn throughout the month. We love that in addition to getting great results they’re making learning FUN!

Dr. Becky loves being part of the Upper West Side community and says, “there’s something special about this side of town and I knew I had to open the center here." This location has been open for 4 years and currently has 10 instructors to help your child with an array of subjects including advanced math classes and study skills.

For more information visit their website , Facebook page, or check them out on Yelp . You can always find their contact info in our Business Directory as well.

By: Katie Roe & Kristen Comer

Let's Get Juicy!

upperwestsidephx@gmail.com (Bryan Mortensen) — Wed, 10 Apr 2019 01:26:52 GMT

Spring has sprung and guess what that means? There are only a few short months until Summertime! If you’re anything like me, my body is in dire need of a quick health reboot before the triple digit temps hit. Luckily, Nekter has 2 new cleanses to choose from; the ever so popular celery juice detox and the new classic detox.

The Celery Juice Detox is the perfect boost to help with digestion and reduce inflammation, and it's a great healthy addition to any diet or lifestyle. If you choose this detox, note that it should be taken every morning on an empty stomach, followed by a 30 minute wait time before consuming anything else. A quick Google search will tell you about all the potential health benefits. Nekter makes it easy to incorporate celery juice into your daily diet without having to juice your own celery every morning.

The Classic Detox is a traditional juice detox. This detox has 6 different cold pressed juices to be taken throughout the day, about 2 hours apart, along with TONS of water to help your body flush your system. This detox is designed to help you ditch your sugar cravings and inspire healthier eating habits. For maximum benefits, Nekter suggests it’s best to prepare your body a couple days in advance by eliminating processed foods and stimulants.

If you’ve visited Nekter and you HAVE NOT downloaded their rewards app yet, you are missing out! You can skip the line by placing a mobile order as well as earn free menu items after just 10 purchases! All you have to do is scan your receipt! New members get a free 16 oz juice or smoothie when they download the rewards app and register. Check out their website for more benefits and as always, you can find all of their contact information in our Business Directory.

Now who's ready for Summer?!?!

By: Silvia Jajou & Katie Roe

Easter Fun On The Upper West Side

upperwestsidephx@gmail.com (Bryan Mortensen) — Fri, 05 Apr 2019 01:18:55 GMT

Easter weekend is quickly approaching! Wondering how to celebrate Easter on the Upper West Side? We’ve got you covered! Here is the info you need to know as you make your plans:

The Easter Bunny will be at Arrowhead Towner Center and Park West Shopping Center from now until Saturday, April 20th.

Saturday, April 6:

Daniela Jay Boutique: 2-4PM. Featuring an Easter Egg Hunt, the Easter Bunny, face painting, arts and crafts, sweet and savory treat bar, and a visit from Alice in Wonderland! Regularly $25 per child, but UWS PHX followers receive a $5 discount. Call 623-566-8380 to register.

Sunday, April 7:

Park West Shopping Center : 10-11:30AM Sensory-Friendly Bunny event for people will special needs. More info here.

Friday-Sunday, April 5-7:

Robyn's Nest: Easter Dining Sale! 20%-30% OFF Dining Tables & Chairs + Free Local Delivery! Sales ends Sunday, 4/7.

Saturday, April 20:

Dolly Sanchez Easter Egg Hunt at the Peoria Sports Complex: 8AM-12PM. 43rd annual event includes candy hunts for kiddos ages 1-10 (held in age categories), and for individuals with disabilities, carnival games, crafts, pony rides, and inflatables. Free admission and parking with a canned food donation to St. Mary’s/Westside Food Bank Alliance. Food and beverages available for purchase. Please note, some activities require a fee.

Sunday, April 21st:

Lakeside Bar and Grill: Serving breakfast from 9-11AM, featuring Green Eggs & Ham for the kids, all day happy hour, and $3.25 Bloody Marys and Bellinis

Urban Margarita: $15 Lobster and Crab Benedicts, $4 Mimosas and Bellinis all day long.

The Social on 83rd: Brunch 10AM-3PM followed by dinner with specials and $20 bottles of wine all day.

Peoria Artisan Brewery: Brunch from 11AM-3PM, featuring a Bloody Mary bar

Bottega Pizzeria Ristorante: Brunch from 10AM-3PM. Featuring Chef’s Specials, $3 Mimosas, and $5 Bloody Marys

V’s Tap Room : Easter brunch served from 11AM-4PM.

Lake Pleasant Cruises : Brunch cruise at 9:30AM and 12:00PM. Dinner crui se at 6PM.

Please continue to show your support for our local Upper West Side PHX establishments as you head out to enjoy a beautiful Easter weekend!

By: Kristi Hunter & Katie Roe

Hot Real Estate Available (Part 2)

upperwestsidephx@gmail.com (Bryan Mortensen) — Wed, 27 Mar 2019 20:35:48 GMT

In Part 1 we told you about Hot Real Estate at "Four Corners." This is Part 2 taking you on a tour of what commercial space is available along Lake Pleasant Pkwy. (South of Calle Lejos) and 83rd Ave. (North of Union Hills). The properties are in order going South on Lake Pleasant Pkwy. from "Four Corners." Please see Part 1 of our blog from 3/6/19 for information about zoning and other available spaces. We're happy to see that many of these available spaces could accommodate restaurants!

SE Corner of Lake Pleasant Pkwy & Pinnacle Peak Rd:

1.12 acre piece of land available for sale zoned C-2. Autozone has interest in the property and their plans for a store were recently approved by the city so they should be closing on the property soon. Currently owned by 3603 Campbell, LLC.

Camino A Lago Marketplace (Lake Pleasant Pkwy. and Deer Valley Rd.):

Up to 3,200SF of retail space next to DQ. Asking $26/SF NNN-$28/SF NNN. Space is currently gray shell.

43,560SF lot for lease adjacent to Burger King. KFC was going to build on it years ago and then decided not to. Price is negotiable.

Fletcher Heights Plaza (SE Corner 83rd Ave. & Lake Pleasant Pkwy.):

1,509 SF (suite 103) available. Price is negotiable.

Fletcher Heights Marketplace (NE Corner 83rd Ave. & Lake Pleasant Pkwy.):

1,200SF (suite 207) available (former Blimpie Subs). Asking $16/SF NNN -$18/SF NNN.

Suite 202 1,128SF (former insurance office). Asking price is $16/NNN-$18/NNN.

54,781SF of vacant land zoned PAD on the hard corner of 83rd Ave. & Lake Pleasant Pkwy. Safeway owns the property and was initially going to put a gas station on the land before they closed the location at the center. Price is negotiable.

Paradise View Plaza (Along the East side of 83rd Ave. just North of Uncle Sam's):

2,000-8,000SF of retail space next to Nail Haven & Massage Haven. Asking price is $25/SF NNN.

Former QT (Along 83rd Ave. just North of Union Hills):

85,138SF lot with a 5,092SF building. The entire property can be purchased or the lot can be divided in half for a negotiable price. Would be perfect for two restaurant users that needs a drive throughs. Zoned PAD C-2.

If you have questions or would like more information on any of these spaces, please contact:

Bryan Mortensen

LRA Real Estate Group, LLC

www.LRArealestate.com

bryanm@LRAphx.com

(602)621-3770

Design Your Own Furniture at Robyn's Nest

upperwestsidephx@gmail.com (Bryan Mortensen) — Mon, 25 Mar 2019 20:30:20 GMT

Now that you have the perfect nest, it’s time to design the perfect furniture! Robyn’s Nest now has a design center that allows you to simply design your ideal chair, sofa, bench or sectional. Their new line of custom furniture by Robin Bruce/Rowe has over 1,100 fabrics available! Plus there is an easy to use design tool, an onsite fabric swatches, and a helpful design team to assist you. If you are considering designing custom made furniture for your home, but you are still on the fence, here is some information from Robyn on why custom furniture is a great choice...

Tailored to you and your family

With 180 styles and over 1,000 soft and luxurious fabrics. Custom made-to-order chairs starting at $795 and sofas starting at $1,295. We have the top performance fabrics in the industry, Crypton and Revolution. That means your beautifully designed furniture is kid proof and pet proof. The performance fabric was created with the modern family in mind. Gone are the days that you must sacrifice what you want because of sticky fingers, ketchup or spilled juice. Our design team will work closely with you to create a fresh and on-trend furniture piece that is comfortable, stylish, and protected!

Designed your way

Custom furniture allows you to pick the fabric options that uniquely represent your style with great attention to detail. Stop wasting your time and money on furniture that you don’t 100% love. Designing custom furniture is as easy as 1, 2, 3!

1: Pick out the style and furniture piece

2: Select the upholstery option

3: Find the perfect finishes from wood options to nail trim styles

A style for all

Countless combinations are at your fingertips! The new custom furniture line delivers one-of-a-kind sectionals, sofas, sleeper sofas, loveseats, beds, chairs, and ottomans. Styles that are modern, transitional, casual, and contemporary are all available for customization. Plus, Robyn and her team can guide you though the design process helping you choose the best upholstery option from over 1,000 custom fabrics. From nailhead placement to cushion support, no element is overlooked at Robyn's Nest!

Robyn's Nest enjoys sharing their decorating ideas to help inspire you! Please follow them on Facebook and Instagram (@robynsnesthome) for daily pictures of their latest curated home furnishing and decorations. For more design tips and to learn more about custom furniture, stop by Robyn's Nest in the Target Shopping Center on Lake Pleasant Pkwy. and Happy Valley Rd.

Robyn’s Nest – Creating your perfect nest to call home. Happy decorating!

Robyn's Nest

24650 N. Lake Pleasant Pkwy. #103

Peoria, AZ 85383

(623) 572-0740

https://robynsnesthome.com

St. Paddy's on the Upper West Side

upperwestsidephx@gmail.com (Bryan Mortensen) — Wed, 13 Mar 2019 20:04:06 GMT

We are lucky enough that St. Patrick’s Day falls on a Sunday this year! All the more reason to get out and enjoy the day here on the Upper West Side PHX. Beautiful weather, brunch, and green cocktails for a true Sunday Funday! Here are a few of the specials:

● Lakeside Ba r and Grill: Happy Hour from open till close, $2 green beers, $3.25 mimosas and bloody marys, $5 Irish mules, and $12.99 corned beef and cabbage plate. Lakeside will open at 9:00 AM and serve breakfast until 11:00AM. Live music from Michael Nitro Band from 2:00-5:00PM.

● Urban Margarita: $5 Mexican Leprechaun drink specials and $4 mimosas for brunch. Open at 9:30AM.

● The S ocial on 83rd: Serving Guinness Irish Stew. Drink specials including: $4 Guinness pints (can), $5 Jameson and Irish Whiskeys, $6 Social Lucky Juice, and $6 Emerald Martinis.

● Peoria Arti san Brewery: Opening at 11:00AM, the special brunch menu will include corned beef and cabbage, shepherd’s pie, and bangers and mash. Live music with Preston Phillip from 12:00-2:00PM, and $4 green beer.

● Cross Eyed Cricket: $4 green tea shots, $5 Irish car bombs, and $3 green beer. Patty Irish Whiskey promo and corn hole tournament starting at 2:30PM.

● Nekter Juice Bar (Lake Pleasant / HV location): come grab a green juice to help you recover from all the green beer!

We hope to see you at some of these great St. Patrick’s Day events! Don't forget that it's always important to support local establishments on holidays (and throughout the year) if we want them to continue hosting fun events!

Hot Real Estate at "Four Corners"

upperwestsidephx@gmail.com (Bryan Mortensen) — Wed, 06 Mar 2019 19:33:08 GMT

We consistently get a lot of questions about what is coming to the area and when and where but we also get a lot of inquiries from businesses looking to come to the area and wanting more info.

One of the challenges that we face on the Upper West Side is lack of open commercial spaces or open commercial spaces that fit the requirements of a business (zoning, size, cost, etc.). Often times businesses don't want to build from the ground up due to cost, so they want to go into an existing space. We asked our community partner and local commercial real estate broker, Bryan Mortensen, to put together a list of current open spaces at "Four Corners" (Lake Pleasant Pkwy. & Happy Valley Rd.) for those interested. Keep in mind, most of these spaces are not zoned to be restaurants due to regulations and parking restrictions.

Vacant spaces at Four Corners: Lake Pleasant Pavillion (Target Center) -5,000SF (former Prime Sleep store next to Anytime Fitness)

-1,434SF (family medicine practice next to Delta Dental)

-25,000SF PAD (dirt Lot next to Marshall’s and landlord will do a build-to-suit or ground lease)

Lake Pleasant Towne Center (Kohl’s Center)

-1,700SF (current Greek restaurant is moving to a larger space in the same complex)

-42,879SF (former Sports Chalet)

-4,481SF (former Rue 21)

Lake Pleasant Crossing (Fry’s/Lowe’s Center)

-1,217SF (former Cricket Store)

-2,210SF (former Parkway Animal Clinic in between One Stop Nutrition and Jimmy John’s)

Mountainside Crossing (Mountainside Fitness Center)

-5,000SF PAD (dirt lot behind Shell and landlord will do a build-to-suit or ground lease)

-6,000SF (former Mattress Firm)

If you have questions or would like more information on any of these spaces, please contact:

Bryan Mortensen

LRA Real Estate Group, LLC

www.LRArealestate.com

bryanm@LRAphx.com

(602)621-3770

Peoria In The Media Q1 2019

upperwestsidephx@gmail.com (Bryan Mortensen) — Tue, 05 Mar 2019 19:21:02 GMT

Check out the following articles below to see how Peoria is making headlines in the local news and beyond!

Peoria Recognized in USA Today

Revitalizing Old Town Peoria

Park West Lands 5 New Restaurants

Healthiest Places To Live in the U.S.

Wall That Heals Coming to Lake Pleasant

New Bus Loop To P83

Life Time Fitness Peoria

Commercial Permits On The Rise

More Than Just Restaurants

upperwestsidephx@gmail.com (Bryan Mortensen) — Mon, 04 Feb 2019 19:06:48 GMT

We get requests for restaurants far more than any other type of business. Unfortunately due to parking regulations we will probably never see a whole complex of just restaurants, but rather restaurants mixed in with other lower traffic businesses (offices, salons, banks, etc.). That being said, we feel strongly that a community is made up of much more than just restaurants. In addition to wanting more specialty retailers in the area (which also requires quite a bit of parking) we want to see businesses open that provide a valuable service to residents. How many of us drive to Scottsdale for doctors appointments, lawyers, accountants, etc. when we should have all of that right here in our community? Well things are starting to change and we have more options in the area than ever before!

Today we want to highlight a local business that we have partnered with because we feel they are a specialty service and an asset to our community. Now, don’t stop reading when you read the “C” word because meeting these women helped us overcome our bias too. We mean "C" for chiropractor! Ignite Family Chiropractic is a family chiropractor led by Dr. Jen Givens, DC. While they do provide chiropractic services to the whole family, they focus on infants, children, pregnant women, and moms. If you’re like us you’re probably wondering why in the world someone would take a baby to a chiropractor. We promise they DON’T crack babies there. They use gentle specific sustained holds to help relieve the stress on some of the most vulnerable populations that many providers won’t treat. They use thermal scans to identify where there is the most stress on the brain and spinal chord. Dr. Jen and Dr. Kenzie’s treatments help with the following: ADHD, sensory processing issues, immune function, digestive issues, pregnancy pain, fertility, etc.

If you think you or your family could benefit from treatment at Ignite Family Chiropractic but still aren’t sure, check out one of their free educational events for more info. They host workshops and webinars addressing various different topics each month. You can find Ignite Family Chiropractic on Facebook and Instagram and their contact info is available below and in our business directory.

Ignite Family Chiropractic

Dr. Jen Givens & Dr. Kenzie Bustos

9815 W. Happy Valley Rd. #1130

Peoria, AZ 85383

ignitefamilychiro.com

hello@ignitefamilychiro.com

(623)825-0181

Winter in AZ at Lakeside Bar & Grill

upperwestsidephx@gmail.com (Bryan Mortensen) — Fri, 01 Feb 2019 18:50:17 GMT

While the rest of the country is freezing, the weather is beautiful in AZ! This weekend is a great time to take advantage of the weather with dinner al fresco! Lakeside Bar & Grill is one of our local favorites with two great patios, one of which is dog-friendly! Check out some of the exciting things they have going on in February!

In addition to the patios, wall to wall TV's make Lakeside the perfect place to watch the Super Bowl this coming Sunday, February 3rd. Super Bowl Sunday they will be open for breakfast from 9AM-11AM and then have All Day Happy Hour. Deals include $3.25 Bloody Marys and Mimosas, 70 cent wings, $3.00 Lakeside Blog Game Shooters, $5.99 Super Bowl Slammers, and $3.99 Jell-O Shots making it the best place to be to cheer on your favorite team! If you can’t make it in, take out will be available and this Sunday ONLY you can score 15% off your order and be the MVP of your party!

Valentine's Day is just around the corner and Lakeside wants to help you celebrate with that special someone (or your galentines)! They’ve brought back their "Hearts Day" Valentine’s Day Special which includes an appetizer, two entrees, and a dessert for just $35.00 per couple. What a deal! This is a great way to enjoy Valentine’s Day close to home AND without breaking the budget!

Looking forwa rd, Lakeside will have green beer and corned beef and cabbage for St. Patrick's Day, an Easter Sunday Special, and their big 11th Anniversary Party in May. Stay tuned for more details! Lakeside has been a staple of our community for 10+ years and took a chance on the Upper West Side before it was fully developed. This past Summer they remodeled and updated their menu and more recently added a lunch special. The food and service are better than ever so give them a try if you haven't been there in a while!

In addition to the above mentioned events, Lakeside has the following DAILY specials:

Monday - Meltdown Monday with $8.99 "melt" sandwiches

Tuesday- $2 domestics, $5 house wine, kids eat free with purchase of adult entree, Trivia (7PM)

Wednesday- $7.49 Wacky Wednesday menu specials

Thursday - Chef's Choice featuring a new dinner entree every week, Texan Hold'Em (6PM)

Friday - All You Can Eat Fish Fry, Karaoke (9PM)

Saturday - Abbey's Homemade Tamales (she comes every week to make tamales just for Lakeside)

Sunday- Breakfast 9-11am, $3.25 Bloody Marys and Mimosas all day

More info available on Lakeside's facebook and Instagram pages or online at http://lakesid ebarandgrillaz.com

Urban Margarita

upperwestsidephx@gmail.com (Bryan Mortensen) — Thu, 17 Jan 2019 15:13:19 GMT

Urban Margarita was just written up in Phoenix Magazine as food writer M.V. Moorehead's TOP 5 BEST NEW RESTAURANTS OF 2018! Upper West Side restaurants don't often make these lists so we couldn't be more thrilled! Congratulations Urban Margarita!

If you're not familiar with Urban Margarita, it is located in the former Betty's Nosh location on 67th Avenue at Beardsley. It was converted to Urban Margarita in 2017 and then David & Kimberly Borrego bought the restaurant in March 2018 and completely revamped things. It has been one of our favorite happy hour spots ever since David took over! He has decades of restaurant experience in California and we're so glad he brought his talents and recipes to the Upper West Side!

Here is what Phoenix Magazine recently had to say:

Urban Margarita "It might sound like heresy, but one could argue that New Mexican cuisine is the single most beloved food style in Arizona – and this cheery Glendale gastropub continues the tongue-tingling tradition." Check it out in their Where To Eat 2019 Guide! Urban Margarita was also previously featured in Phoenix Magazine and you can read that here.

We frequent Urban Margarita Happy Hour more often than we'd like to admit and we highly recommend the House Margarita, Peach Sangria, Calamari (our favorite), Short Rib Flautas, Jalapeño Cilantro Cream Cheese Mini Chimis, and those are just the drinks and starters! We also love the Green Chile Cheeseburger and the Tres Leches Cake. They have a full menu of tasty entrees, desserts, and a killer Sunday brunch! The Frosted Flake French toast is a must!

For more information about Urban Margarita, check out their website here !

Urban Margarita

6685 W. Beardsley Rd.

Glendale, AZ 85310

(623)561-6674

www.urbanmargarita.com

NOW OPEN The Social on 83rd

upperwestsidephx@gmail.com (Bryan Mortensen) — Thu, 13 Dec 2018 14:25:09 GMT

The hottest new restaurant on the Upper West Side, The Social on 83rd OPENS TODAY! We got to check it out last night and loooooved it! We couldn't be more excited if we tried and we think you're going to LOVE it too! It has such a swanky vibe and the patio is legit! They really put a lot of effort into every detail and it shows! We finally feel like we have a great reason to go to P83 for date night, girls night, happy hour, or before/after a movie!

Our group sampled quite a few items on the menu and all of them were excellent! The cocktail and wine lists are awesome too! Yes, we know there are a lot of exclamation points here but we're just that excited to have such a cool place on the Upper West Side!

Bonus: they will be open until 10PM during the week and midnight on the weekends (with a limited late night bar menu) so you can actually fit in dinner and a movie! And there is a semi-private room that can fit 8-10 people for a fun group dinner!

Please remember, as with any small business opening, to be patient and kind as they work out the kinks in the first few weeks. Cheers!

The Social on 83rd

8350 W. Paradise Ln.

Peoria, AZ 85382

Always Your Best Asthetics

upperwestsidephx@gmail.com (Bryan Mortensen) — Thu, 13 Dec 2018 14:07:50 GMT

Q & A with Joanne Nance NP-C of Always Your Best Aesthetics, LLC

SPECIAL OFFER for Upper West Side PHX followers only!

15 FREE units of Dysport when you purchase 60 units OR 15% percent off any other single treatment until the end of December.

1. Tell us a little bit about yourself, your business, and what you offer/specialize in?

I was born and raised in Phoenix and moved to Peoria to raise my family. I have two sons, a husband, and four furry rescue friends. At Always Your Best Aesthetics I offer my clients a personalized treatment plan to meet their unique needs. I offer Botox/Dysport, dermal fillers, micro-needling facials, chemical peels, Platelet Rich Plasma therapy, hair rejuvenation, Kybella, Hyperhidrosis treatment, HCG weight loss programs, and the Skin Better Science skin care line.

2. How long have you been in business and tell us a little bit about your background?

I've worked in numerous Emergency Departments around the Valley since 2003 and have spent the last 4 years in Family Practice and Urgent Care. I decided to open my medspa in July of 2018 because I wanted to do something different, something that made people happy! I wanted to be a provider that people wanted to see and enjoyed seeing. I fell in love with aesthetics and decided to open Always Your Best Aesthetics in July of 2018!

3. Why did you choose to open your business on the Upper West Side?

I decided to open here in Peoria because this is where I live and I love this area. 10 months ago when I started this journey I realized that I was having to drive 30 minutes to an hour for medspa treatments, like many others. I wanted to bring my services to the Upper West Side to make medspa services more convenient for our community.

4. What is your favorite thing about living and working on the Upper West Side?

I feel like we have a great community! It’s not pretentious and has a small town community feel. I can run into people from the gym at Fry's. We go to Target and my son will see his classmates. As a business owner I love meeting people that live in my area and am always happy to hear people say that they are happy that I opened a medspa here so that don't have to drive all the way to Scottsdale anymore.

5. Any businesses you would like to see come to the area?

More restaurants! I am a wine and food lover. I wish we had a Postino, Federal Pizza, Culinary Dropout, The Yard, a quality affordable steakhouse, more happy hour locations, just more food options I general. We need variety.

Thanks Joanne! Please support local and follow Always Your Best Aesthetics, LLC on Facebook! Give them a call to make an appointment. As always, their info is available in our business directory.

Always Your Best Aesthetics, LLC

Contact: Joanne Nance, NP-C

25546 N Lake Pleasant Pkwy., Suite 1350, #1

Peoria, AZ 85383

https://www.alwaysyourbestaesthetics.com

joannenance@alwaysyourbestaesthetics.com

(623)262-3827

Holiday Happy Hour Recap

upperwestsidephx@gmail.com (Bryan Mortensen) — Tue, 11 Dec 2018 03:21:21 GMT

Thank you to everyone that came out to support us and party with us at our Holiday Happy Hour on Wednesday, December 5th! A huge thank you to Lakeside Bar & Grill for hosting us and doing a great job serving us as we took over their restaurant with an even bigger crowd than we expected! Don't forget that you can get those delicious tamales they served last night every Saturday. This Saturday they're having an Ugly Christmas Sweater Party too!

In case you missed it, here is the full list of the PRIZES we gave away at the Holiday Happy Hour! Congratulations to our winners! If you didn't win, we're posting links to all of them so you know where you can purchase these great gift items. We had a lot of questions about the cookies, cupcakes, and new blow dry bar too so we're posting those links at the bottom also!

1. $100 lululemon gift card from Arrowhead Towne Center

2. 1 month of unlimited classes at barre3 Lake Pleasant and a barre3 infuser water bottle

3. Robyn's Nest gift basket

4. Mini photography session from Malia B. Photography at The Collective

5. Roka Boutique gift basket

6. $75 Signatures Invitations & Gifts gift card

7. $50 Lakeside Bar & Grill gift card

8. Classic Cleanse from Nekter Lake Pleasant

9. Daniela Jay gift basket including $25 gift card

10. Personalized "family established" sign from She's Crafty Boutique

11. Zo Skin Health by Obagi skincare gift pack from Artem Aesthetics & Wellness

12. $50 gift card to The Social (brand new restaurant opens next week!)

Cookies by Krumbs

Cupcakes by Indulge Cakes AZ

Hair by Sinful Blow Dry Bar

Thank you also to our friendly neighborhood Commercial Real Estate Broker, Bryan Mortensen, for filling us in on some new things happening in the area! If you're looking for a commercial space, give Bryan a call. You can find all his contact info in our business directory.

It was a fun night of eating, drinking, and being merry on the Upper West Side! Happy Holidays and we'll see you in 2019! #upperwestsidephx #uwsphxholiday #uwsphxgiftguide

12 Days of Christmas Giveaway

upperwestsidephx@gmail.com (Bryan Mortensen) — Tue, 04 Dec 2018 03:03:22 GMT

In case you missed it, here is the full list of items we featured in our Upper West Side PHX 12 Days of Christmas Gift Guide on Facebook and Instagram. We'll be giving away ALL of these items at our Upper West Side PHX Holiday Happy Hour on Wednesday, December 5th at Lakeside Bar & Grill. We hope you can join us for a fun night of eating, drinking, and being merry! Full details about the event are available in our calendar. Please RSVP through our Facebook event if possible.

1. $100 lululemon gift card from Arrowhead Towne Center

2. 1 month of unlimited classes at barre3 Lake Pleasant and a barre3 infuser water bottle

3. Robyn's Nest gift basket

4. Mini photography session from Malia B. Photography at The Collective

5. Roka Boutique gift basket

6. $75 Signatures Invitations & Gifts gift card

7. $50 Lakeside Bar & Grill gift card

8. Classic Cleanse from Nekter Lake Pleasant

9. Daniela Jay gift basket including $25 gift card

10. Personalized "family established" sign from She's Crafty Boutique

11. Zo Skin Health by Obagi skincare gift pack from Artem Aesthetics & Wellness

12. $50 gift card to The Social (brand new restaurant coming soon!)

Everyone that attends will receive a raffle ticket to enter to win the prizes! You can purchase additional tickets at $1/each or 6/$5 CASH ONLY. Prizes begin at 6:15PM and you MUST be present to win. First 50 attendees will receive a FREE SWAG BAG!

The Social on 83rd

upperwestsidephx@gmail.com (Bryan Mortensen) — Thu, 29 Nov 2018 02:53:37 GMT

We're excited to announce that The Social on 83rd is a BRAND NEW RESTAURANT CONCEPT coming to the Upper West Side SOON! It will be open within the next 30 days! We will announce the opening on Facebook and Instagram so check back often. We got to take a sneak peek at the restaurant in progress and it is everything we have been dreaming of... trendy, upscale, chef-driven, etc! Get ready for an elevated restaurant experience on our side of town that will be great for girls' night out, date night, and happy hour!

We took a look at the menu and it includes Corn and Lobster Bisque, a Charcuterie Board, Pan Seared Salmon, Braised Short Ribs, Pork Belly, Lobster Mac and Cheese Bites, and so much more! They also have Sunday Brunch featuring Avocado Toast, Glazed Donut French Toast, Eggs Bene, and Eggs In Purgatory to name a few! Our mouthes are watering just thinking about it!

We sat down with the owner, Joey Lucidi, to him to ask him a few questions:

How long have you been in business and tell us about yourself and your background?

I have been in the restaurant business for over 20 years and have owned my own restaurant (The Haymaker) for 5 years. I grew up in a restaurant kitchen as my parents owned restaurants for 23 years.

Why did you choose to open your business on the Upper West Side?

I moved up to North Peoria in 2008 and fell in love with the area. I wanted to open my own restaurant and in turn be more involved in our amazing community. The people are amazing and can’t say enough about how much this community means to me and my family.

What is your favorite thing about living and working on the Upper West Side?

I do love driving less than 15 minutes to work! But my favorite thing is how this community comes together in times of need. Whether it’s a victim of a an accident, or an illness of a neighbor, or whatever… this community supports, prays, and help each other in times of need.

Are there any businesses you would like to see come to the area?

Obviously, my wife and I would love more thing s to do on date night. Whether its more elevated restaurants, or other fun things to do. We are always looking to spend our time and money in the neighborhood.

The Social will be open for lunch and dinner Tuesday through Sunday as well as Weekend Brunch! Is is located at P83 in Peoria behind Giordano's. This is the perfect spot for a bite to eat and a glass of wine before/after a movie!

The Social On 83rd

8350 W. Paradise Ln.

Peoria, AZ 85382

https://www.facebook.com/thesocialon83rd/

Sinful Blow Dry Bar Opens Next Week

upperwestsidephx@gmail.com (Bryan Mortensen) — Thu, 22 Nov 2018 02:38:17 GMT

Sinful Blow Dry Bar is having their GRAND OPENING on Thursday, November 29th and they're kicking things off with killer specials! Sign up for a monthly membership on November 30th or December 1st during their Grand Opening weekend and get an EXTRA BLOW OUT EVERY MONTH FOR FREE! Best deal EVER!

November 29th: Ribbon Cutting at 5PM

November 30th: Free blowouts!

December 1st: Free blowouts!

December 2nd: closed

Free blowouts on Friday November 30th and Saturday December 1st are from 7:30AM until 7PM. They are on a first come first serve basis. For full details, please follow Sinful Blow Dry Bar on Facebook and Instagram . They will be located at 83rd Avenue and Lake Pleasant Parkway in the Fletcher Heights Marketplace. We expect the Grand Opening weekend to be very busy so if you're planning to come for the free blowouts please be prepared to wait. As with any new business, please be patient when you welcome them to our community!

Hair so good it should be a sin!

Sinful Blow Dry Bar

20783 N. 83rd Ave. #107

Peoria, AZ 85382

www.sinfulblowdrybar.com

The Season Of Giving

upperwestsidephx@gmail.com (Bryan Mortensen) — Mon, 19 Nov 2018 00:47:22 GMT

This week while you're doing your Black Friday shopping please pick up a TOY for a kid in need and bring it to Lake Pleasant Real Estate ' s TOYS FOR TOTS Holiday Party and Concert on December 7th (details below). Who doesn't love giving to a child in need and attending a fun holiday party?

The event wil l be an incredible evening of live music by The Lucky Devils Band and drinks out on the lawn at Blackstone Country Club at Vistancia. Lake Pleasant Real Estate has coordinated this charity event for the past few years and it has been a huge success. Admission to the event is a NEW UNWRAPPED TOY that will be given to an under privileged child in Maricopa County this holiday season! You can bring as many toys as you want or a check made out to the "Marine Toys for Tots Foundation." Spread some holiday cheer this year but helping make the holidays happy for a child!

The TOYS FOR TOTS Holiday Party and Concert is on Friday, December 7th from 5:30-9:00PM. Blackstone Country Club is located at 12101 W. Blackstone Dr., Peoria 85383. Please RSVP here i f possible. If you can not attend, feel free to drop off a new unwrapped toy to the Lake Pleasant Real Estate office in the Safeway Plaza in Vistanica.

Christmas at Robyn's Nest

upperwestsidephx@gmail.com (Bryan Mortensen) — Fri, 16 Nov 2018 00:32:31 GMT

6 Weeks of Christmas at Robyn's Nest starts tomorrow! Check out the line up of local vendors they are partnering with to bring you a FUN shopping experience all holiday season!

In addition, they are having sales on select items throughout the whole holiday season. This weekend is 20% off all dining tables in preparation for Thanksgiving! For more info about these events, raffles, and discounts check out their Facebook and Instagram pages. AND they're giving away a fan favorite Swan Creek Candle when they reach 750 likes on Facebook! Th ey will also have Black Friday, Small Business Saturday, Cyber Monday, and Giving Tuesday sales so check back often! A portion of sales from Giving Tuesday will be donated to a local animal rescue that Robyn volunteers with. Get out there and support your community by doing your holiday shopping on the Upper West Side this year!

Robyn's Nest

24650 N. Lake Pleasant Pkwy. #103

Peoria, AZ 85383

(623)572-0740

Meet Melissa of Matriarch Salon

upperwestsidephx@gmail.com (Bryan Mortensen) — Thu, 15 Nov 2018 00:20:41 GMT

Now is the time to get your hair done before the holidays! We know how hard it is to find a good stylist so we have partnered with 3 great stylists that we know and trust! Today we want to introduce you to Melissa Welker of Matriarch Salon!

Melissa is Arizona born and bred and has lived on the Upper West Side in Peoria her entire life. It’s HOME to her!

After 11 years of specialized training, mentoring, and catering to her wonderful clients at a high-end salon in Glendale she decided to branch out on her own. She and her business partner, Victoria own a salon suite inside the Vivaldi Salon Suites at the Citadelle. They have been there for 4 years now.

She uses Kevin Murphy products and is passionate about creating a great experience for you. Her goal is to bring out your confidence by creating great hair and sending you home with the tools and knowledge you need to feel your best outside of the salon!

Melissa is dedicated to her education and mastering her craft. She is well versed in all services but focuses primarily on customized color, hair cutting, Keratin smoothing treatments, extensions, and men’s grooming. She graduated from beauty school and high school simultaneously and immediately continued her education in an apprenticeship at a high-end salon in Glendale.

We asked her what she loves about the Upper West Side and what she would like to see come to the area and here’s what she said: “I love living and working on the Upper West Side. I love the people and the community and I would love to see places like LaGrande Orange come to our side of town to culitivate that vibe.”

Follow Melissa on Instagram @melissa_matriarch and on Facebook @matriarchsalon to see her beautiful work!

Location: The Citadelle shopping plaza between Union Hills and Beardsley off 59th Ave.

Matriarch Salon

19420 N 59th Ave.

Building A-201

Glendale, AZ 85308

https://www.instagram.com/melissa_matriarch

melissa@matriarchsalon.com

(623)640-2720

More Than Just Your Agent

upperwestsidephx@gmail.com (Bryan Mortensen) — Wed, 14 Nov 2018 00:07:03 GMT

Your insurance agent should be your advisor, your advocate, and your financial first responder. An initial policy review and purchase is just the first step in your relationship. When things go wrong, you’ll get someone that answers the phone, hears your concerns, and acts on your behalf to get things done. The Jessica Morrison Allstate Agency is proud to help their clients through the struggles in life that insurance is meant to cover.

From a minor fender bender to a death in the family you want an agency that cares about you and your family when you need them most. They speak to you in plain English (or Spanish) so you understand your coverages and your options. From complimentary financial planning, to golf cart coverage this agency has the desire to help you get the coverage you need to withstand the liabilities and financial inevitabilities that life throws at you.

In addition to provid ing a better insurance experience, Jessica Morrison is dedicated to helping build a thriving community for businesses and neighbors. She is a sponsor for the City of Peoria Youth Soccer Program, the Leader in Me Program at Vistancia Elementary School, a Board member for the Peoria Chamber of Commerce, and a volunteer for the Homeless Youth Connection.

When something bad happens, you’ll know you’re in good hands with this Allstate agency. Stop by her office in Vistancia (next to Safeway) for a welcoming smile, an intelligent insurance quote, and a pretty good cup of coffee! The office is open Monday–Friday from 8:00 am to 6:00 pm. Need a quick quote? Just call the office at (623) 455-5645. You can find her complete info in our business directory as well.

Is The Next Housing Bubble Near?

upperwestsidephx@gmail.com (Bryan Mortensen) — Wed, 07 Nov 2018 00:01:30 GMT

Elections create change and often times lead people to wonder about their financial security. There has been speculation that the next housing bubble is near so we asked local realtor Susan Ramsey to weigh in on what experts expect to happen with housing in our area. Here are her thoughts...

You can read articles that sway either way with convincing arguments and data to support. My opinion is based on my real estate experience since 1991 and observing what I now see happening in the market, which is also backed by data from The Cromford Report.

I believe the market is definitely in a HOUSING SHIFT . Shifts are inevitable in every aspect of life, housing is no different. During the time period of 2005 – 2006 there were several factors affecting housing:

1) Lender regulations to obtain a home loan or home equity line of credit were changed to be much more lenient, allowing borrowers to obtain a home mortgage with little documentation and stated income.

2) Investors were allowed to purchase multiple homes with loans and they flocked to Arizona for low housing prices and favorable Anti-deficiency laws.

3) There was a shortage of new construction.

More buyers suddenly came into the marketplace for the above reasons which fueled a housing shortage and rising home prices. I remember the lottery system for nearly every new home construction site with prices rising 2-3% a month! Housing inventory in 2005-2006 dropped to nearly 5,000 homes for sale. The median home size was 1,670 square feet with a median sales price of $265,000. Fast forward to October 2018 the home inventory for resale homes is a little over 18,000 homes for sale, with many new construction subdivisions and master planned communities, all with NO lottery system. 2018 median home size is 1,803 square feet with a median sales price of $260,000. Lending standards are stricter, interest rates are LOWER!

Yes, the median price is nearly the same as 2006 but you get a larger home with a lower interest rate!

The Chart below indicates the reality that if the bousing bubble of 2005-2006 had NEVER happened, our current market is exactly where it should be wi th normal appreciation.

There are new players in the game with “Flip Transactions” by OPENDOOR and OFFERPAD accounting for 37% of Flip Sales. The traditional “Investor Flips” are still strong.

Fewer Homes are on the market, investors are still buying and holding the lower priced homes or flipping. Companies like OFFERPAD and OPENDOOR are changing the traditional model. Home prices are rising but not at an unsubstantiated rate. Home appreciation is settling in to a normal pattern. Buyers are resisting overpriced homes with 47% of all ARMLS listing seeing price reductions. Well priced homes are still seeing multiple offers, but not grossly over list price offers. Buyers with higher down payments and earnest monies are winning the deal.

The Ramsey Team is here to navigate FOR YOU!

Sellers… We will sell your home for top dollar in today’s market!

Buyers… Keep Calm – We will find you the perfect new or like new home!

We love what we do and will not stop until Mission is Accomplished!

Susan Ramsey

The Ramsey Team, Keller Williams Realty Professional Partners

Pumpkin Spice & Everything Nice

upperwestsidephx@gmail.com (Bryan Mortensen) — Thu, 25 Oct 2018 23:23:18 GMT

We hear all the time that “there is nothing for teens to do around here” so we asked a few what they like to do. Our intern Isabel likes photography, graphic design, and visiting local coffee shops. She was gracious enough to tell us about some of the places she likes to hang out and what Fall/Pumpkin offerings they have.

Cabin Coffee Cafe

Cabin Coffee is the perfect place to get in the holiday spirit while being surrounded by a cozy inviting atmosphere! There are board games, a fireplace, and plenty of comfortable seating. They are now serving various fall flavors. We tried the Boo Buster and it was delicious!

Elevate Coffee

Elevate Coffee at Norterra is an open and welcoming environment with a lot of seating, live music, and a friendly staff. Whether you’re meeting up with friends, getting work done, or studying, Elevate Coffee is the perfect place to do so. In addition, for every latte you purchase, they donate 10 cents to Water 4 Kids International. Here we tried the Pumpkin Pie White Chocolate Mocha and we would definitely recommend it!

Union Coffee Co.

Union Coffee Co. at 67thAve. & Thunderbird Rd. offers a modern, clean and fresh feel with lots of natural light and a minimalistic vibe. If you’re looking for a place to sit down and study or work with minimal distractions, Union Coffee Co. is the ideal choice! If you like tea, they have a great Gingerbread Chai Latte.

Nekter Juice Bar

If yo u’re looking for something seasonal and healthy but still want a place to hang out then look no further than Nekter. They have an inviting atmosphere that encourages you to hang out, just like at a coffee shop, but without the coffee! They also have a community bulletin board and a grab and go section. They’re offering a Fall Flavors Menu with three pumpkin options through the first weekend of November. Join Nekter Lake Pleasant on Thursday, November 1st from 4-7PM for a chance to win PRIZES from local businesses and have your proceeds support Upper West Side PHX.

Java Grounds

Java Grounds is unique in that it is a coffee shop but also a non-profit that benefits Heart For The City, a mentoring ministry to inner-city kids. It has plenty of seating and is able to accommodate small group meetings. For Fall we recommend the delicious pumpkin spice latte!

All of the above places will have tasty holiday menus coming out soon too! Be on the lookout for eggnog and peppermint!

By: Isabel Haraway

Get Ready To FALL in Love at Robyn's Nest

upperwestsidephx@gmail.com (Bryan Mortensen) — Mon, 22 Oct 2018 23:08:20 GMT

Whether you love a Fall harvest decor style or you’re a serious competitor for the scariest house on the block in October, Robyn’s Nest has the most unique Fall accessories that complement any style. As always, they love to mix things up by taking pieces from traditionally clashing styles and put them together in a way that creates a new, fresh look; so we encourage you to do the same and have fun with it. Stop in this week or next to stock up on Fall décor before it's gone! Robyn's Nest Ladies Night this month is Thursday, October 25th from 4-7PM and it's extra SWEET with a caramel apple tasting so grab your girlfriends and snack, sip, and shop!

Robyn's Nest will be kicking off the holiday season SOON! Save the dates for the amazing holiday open house they are planning November 9th-11th. More details to follow. Follow us or them on Facebook and Instagram for updates! As with everything at Robyn's Nest it's often one of a kind and the inventory is limited, especially with holiday items, so make sure you grab what you want before it's gone!

For more info on what's hot in the design world, such as vintage vinyl floor cloths that’ll make your home POP (and are super easy to clean), head over to their blog ! And for a chance to win one of their customer favorite Swan Creek candles, head over to their Facebook page now!

Fall & Football... Our Favorite F Words

upperwestsidephx@gmail.com (Bryan Mortensen) — Sun, 21 Oct 2018 16:11:10 GMT

Fall in AZ is our favorite season! Along with the much anticipated cooler temps comes farmers markets, fun events, and one of our favorite F words, FOOTBALL! Grab your well-loved jersey and put your game face on. With College and Professional football in full swing we wanted to round up some of our favorite local spots for you and your family to catch the big game.

Lakeside Bar & Grill

Located at 9980 W. Happy Valley Pkwy Suite #1101 Peoria, AZ 85383.

This locally owned and newly remodeled bar has wall to wall TVs to catch any and every game, a dog friendly patio and daily happy hour specials. For those early games they also offer breakfast Sunday from 9am-11am.

http://lakesidebarandgrillaz.com/

Cross Eyed Cricket Watering Hole

Located at 28615 N. El Mirage Rd. Peoria, AZ 85383

Recently opened in June 2018 this local hangout has something for everyone. Sporting 22 televisions including a 150-inch projection screen, 2 pool tables, 3 dart boards, shuffleboard, Golden Tee, and a Touch Tunes Jukebox. Choose from 18 different beers on draft as well as a large selection of bottled beer, wine and specialty drinks. If that wasn’t enough you can also enjoy the large mister cooled patio with garage doors opening to the indoor bar.

http://www.crosseyedcricketpeoria.com/

Tailgaters Sports Grill and IL Primo Pizza & Wings

Located at 10146 W. Lake Pleasant Pkwy Peoria, AZ 85382

One of the larger sports bars in the area that boasts having over 50 beers on tap with TVs throughout the restaurant including one huge viewing screen. Casual and family friendly you won't find a bad seat in the house.

http://www.tgpizza.com/

Cold Beer & Cheeseburgers

Located at 6718 W. Deer Valley Rd Glendale, Arizona 85310

It’s all in the name, offering tasty cheeseburgers and over 150 beer choices. They have over 30 HD flat screen TVs with a patio that features a rolled-up garage door for direct bar service. Get there early because this place fills up quick!

https://www.coldbeers.com/

Fletchers Sports Grill

Located at 20783 N. 83rd Ave #112 Peoria, AZ 85382

A locally owned and operated sports bar that aims to be YOUR neighborhood spot. They have over 18 TV’s and a lovely covered patio equipped with televisions heaters and misters for you to enjoy. They also offer Happy Hour food and drink specials Sunday – Friday with breakfast served all day Saturdays and Sundays.

https://www.fletcherssportsgrill.com/

By: Monica Anderson (Upper West Side PHX Ambassador)

Nekter Juice Bar Is More Than Just Juice

upperwestsidephx@gmail.com (Bryan Mortensen) — Mon, 15 Oct 2018 15:19:28 GMT

Join Upper West Side PHX on Thursday, November 1st for a fundraiser at Nekter Lake Pleasant and to detox off the Halloween candy with something healthy and delicious! This is one of the last few days to enjoy their Fall Limited Time Offers! Anyone that comes to the event and makes a purchase will be entered to win fun PRIZES too! More info on our calendar page and on Facebook and Instagram. If you're not familiar with Nekter, here's what you can expect:

Nékter Juice Bar – Our Story

Nékter Juice Bar was born in 2010 with the idea that “healthy” can be affordable, taste good, and feel good too. We envisioned a place where people could ease into their days gently, instead of being jolted into wakefulness by processed sugars and artificial flavors.

We use fresh, natural, and whole ingredients in our handcrafted and freshly made juices, superfood smoothies, and açaí bowls to make sure your cup is always buzzing with the most energizing and nutrient-rich ingredients.

We opened our first Nékter in Costa Mesa, California, and have since shared the Nékter experience with communities all over the U.S. As we’ve grown, our passion to provide a healthy foundation for people to live and feel better has fueled us, and we can’t wait to share the Nékter Life with you!

Nékter Is Fresh At Its Best

Acclaimed as the pioneering champion and leader of the modern juice bar experience, Nékter Juice Bar offers a healthy dining experience, offering total ingredient integrity and transparency across its entire menu of freshly made juices, superfood smoothies, handcrafted açaí bowls and healthy snacks.

At Nékter, there are no mystery ingredients found at other similar concepts. Absolutely no hidden fillers, unnecessary sugars, or processed ingredients. Just clean, healthy eating that tastes just as good as it makes you feel.

Fresh Juices

Nékter juices are packed with approximately three pounds of fresh fruit and veggies, and come in a variety of delicious, fruit-based or earthy flavors to satisfy anyone’s tastes or health needs.

Superfood Smoothies

Nékter’s handcrafted smoothies are made fresh to order with energizing and immunity-boosting superfoods and blended with house made cashew milk (made from scratch daily) or pure, unsweetened coconut water.

Açaí Bowls

Nékter bowls are made with pure açaí or dragon fruit and topped with a variety of toppings and boosts such as fresh fruit, Superfoods, hempseed and gluten-free granola, and a variety of plant-based proteins for a light and nourishing meal.

Juice Cleanses

Nékter’s cold-pressed Classic Cleanse and Advanced Cleanse help eliminate toxins from the body, reset the digestive system and kickstart healthy eating habits. Each Cleanse is packed with 15 pounds of fruits and veggies to flood your body with nourishing nutrients.

Grab ‘n Go’s

For guests on the go, Nékter offers cold-pressed bottled juices in several flavor combinations. Choose from protein-packed nut milks, cold-brew coffees, cold-pressed juices, skinny lemonades, and more.

Skip the Line and Earn Rewards – Only with the Nékter Rewards App

Sometimes we barely have enough time in our hectic lives to drink in the goodness of it all. Get a little escape in your day with the Nékter Loyalty App. “Live the Nékter Life” without the long lines that throw your busy schedule off balance--and collect some juicy rewards while you’re at it, too!

Squeeze the most out of your day with our tasty features:

Mobile Ordering

· Order ahead and skip the line - have your order ready for pick-up on your own time. Most orders will be ready in 20 minutes (ready times may vary as orders are processed in the order they are received).

· Great for group orders, or when you’re in a time crunch.

Nékter Rewards

· Earn one fruit per order. Collect 10 Fruits and we’ll thank you with a free menu item of your choice! · Celebrate your birthday and treat yourself to a free menu item from Nékter!

· Get a $3 juice or smoothie (16 oz.) every time you refer a friend who activates the Nékter Loyalty App and makes a purchase (Did someone say “smoothie run”?)

· Exclusive discounts and offers

Events The Week of 10/15/18

upperwestsidephx@gmail.com (Bryan Mortensen) — Mon, 15 Oct 2018 15:00:32 GMT

For those of you that are following us but are not on Facebook, here is the run down of important events this week for Upper West Side PHX. It's a busy week!

MONDAY:

The Pederson Group, will host a community meeting to answer questions and respond to comments about THE TRAILHEAD (proposed at the NW corner of 83rd & Happy Valley) on October 15th at 6:00pm at the West Wing HOA Office at 27008 N. High Desert Drive, Peoria. We encourage you to attend this meeting to learn more about the shopping center project. For more information contact City of Peoria Planner, Cody Gleason at (623) 773-7645, or Amy Malloy of the Pederson Group (602) 265-2888. If you have questions about the proposed development, now is your chance to ask them. All are welcome!

TUESDAY:

Peoria City Council Meeting to approve the Planning & Zoning Commission's recommendation to re-zone so LIFE TIME FITNESS can officially come to Peoria! 7PM at the Peoria City Hall Complex. We need speakers so if you are free and willing to speak at the meeting, please email us ASAP at upperwestsidephx@gmail.com

WEDNESDAY:

We might check out the new North Peoria Evening Farmers Market from 4-7PM at Sunrise Mountain Library and then head over to The Motherhood Collective AZ's Mama Meetup at 6:30PM at The Collective so we can learn about boundaries! We're always trying to help so boundaries aren't our strong point!

THURSDAY:

Peoria Planning & Zoning Commission Meeting. 6:30PM at the City Hall Complex. There are no Upper West Side specific proposals on the agenda this meeting.

FRIDAY:

Styling class at Black Cadillac Salon 6-9PM. Learn to curl and braid, enjoy drinks and treats, and win prizes! More info in previous post and on our website blog and calendar.

Peoria Film Festival Opening Night Cocktail Party with Hilary Swank and Feature Film! The Film Festival runs all weekend. More info and tickets at pe oriafilmfest.com

Have a great week!

Women Supporting Women

upperwestsidephx@gmail.com (Bryan Mortensen) — Fri, 12 Oct 2018 14:52:00 GMT

October is Breast Cancer Awareness month and since 80% of our followers are women and we’re passionate about womens’ health, we wanted to do something to promote awareness and help women currently battling breast cancer. Enter our Community Partner, Leah from Black Cadillac Salon!

Leah is a mom with a 9 year old son, Cash, and the owner of Black Cadillac Salon on 83rdAvenue at Lake Pleasant Pkwy. She has been a hairstylist for over 15 years and a business owner for just over 2 years. Throughout her career she has met many women battling cancer either as clients or friends/family members of clients. Working with women every day she feels very connected to this cause and has made it a goal for herself and her salon to help. For Breast Cancer Awareness month she has decided to make the logo PINK on the tank tops sold at Black Cadillac Salon in honor of those fighting breast cancer. Leah says “I think it’s important to honor the survivors, their families, and everyone who supported them during their fight to survive.” So this October (and through the holidays) they will be selling their Black Cadillac Salon tank tops with the pink logo and using the proceeds to make a donation to the Pink Warrior Angels Charity. If you’re not familiar with Pink Warrior Angels, please check out their website https://www.pinkwarriorangels.org to see how they’re helping women going through treatment for breast cancer. Thank you for your support and encouragement during this promotion. It is greatly appreciated by everyone at Black Cadillac Salon!

If you want to buy a tank top (which is super cute by the way) AND get tips and tricks from the pros on styling your hair, join them for their Styling Class on 10/19 from 6-9PM. For more information, check out the Upper West Side calendar page www.uwsphx.com/calendar or Black Cadillac Salon & Barber’s Facebook page. Here’s to strong women. May we know them. May we be them. May we raise them.

Black Cadillac Salon

8279 W. Lake Pleasant Pkwy. #105

Peoria, AZ 86382

(623) 561-0366

Ambassadors Support Local

upperwestsidephx@gmail.com (Bryan Mortensen) — Wed, 10 Oct 2018 14:41:11 GMT

If you read our recent blog posts about local farmers’ markets or patios, those are thanks to our Upper West Side PHX Ambassadors! Our Ambassadors are a group of local volunteers dedicated to helping support and promote local shops, restaurants, events, and entertainment in our community. They are our eyes and ears in the community when we can't be everywhere we want to be. Each ambassador comes with his or her unique background, yet they are all passionate about their community and the Upper West Side!

Recently, we gathered at V’s Taproom in Vistancia for happy hour and to meet one another. We enjoyed $3 off appetizers and discounted drinks for happy hour. Our favorites were the wings, bruschetta, nachos, and Strawberry Smash cocktail made with local vodka! This was the perfect location to plan and discuss upcoming ideas for our community while enjoying the misted patio overlooking the golf course. Thank you to the staff at V's for hosting us! We came up with a lot of great ideas so be on the lookout for more blog posts about fun local events and exciting new spots to check out! A few upcoming topics include the best places to watch football, holiday happenings, all things pumpkin spice, and more Fall favorites!

In addition to blogging, Ambassadors help at Upper West Side PHX events, share photos and ideas, and give us different perspectives on the community. They keep us informed of community events and groups we might not be aware of otherwise. They share info about the Upper West Side movement in their neighborhoods and with other groups they are part of. Their efforts help us grow, which is essential to the success of this movement. If you’ve followed us for a long time, you know that we truly believe in “strength in numbers” and that a large following will show specialty shops and restaurants that Upper West Siders want and will support them! Thank you to all of our Ambassadors that have stepped up to the plate to help us spread the word about our awesome community and reach our goals!

By: Jenny Ferdman & Katie Roe

Patio Season Is Here

upperwestsidephx@gmail.com (Bryan Mortensen) — Fri, 05 Oct 2018 14:32:43 GMT

Cooler temperatures mean it’s time to get outside and dine al fresca! Here on the Upper West Side we live for a great patio, so we compiled a list of our top 5 favorite patios to share with you in hopes that you will love them as much as we do!

Patio with the Best View

If you haven’t ventured into Vistancia to experience V’s Taproom , we highly recommend you check it out. Perfect for date night or relaxing after a round of golf, this spot offers some of the best views and ambiance in the West Valley. We recommend the wood fired pizza, millionaire burger, or the bruschetta and we love that they serve local Lucidi Vodka.

Best Patio for Kids

We love to take the kiddos to CHAR Pizzaria Napoletana where you can dine outside while they play Connect 4 or Foosball. They offer specials everyday of the week, but if you’re bringing the kiddos along on Monday they eat free! The adults love to indulge in the Bacon and Corn pizza or the house salad!

Patio with the Best Food

Urban Margarita won us over with their patio and their mouthwatering menu! We especially love the Short Rib Flautas and the Prickly Pear Margarita, but you can’t go wrong with anything on this menu! Come hungry!

Best Dog Friendly Patio

Lakeside Bar and Grillhas recently renovated their dog friendly patio. In addition, they remodeled the interior, updated their menu, and even have authentic tamales on Saturday evenings. We love hanging out here because the wall to wall TV’s make it a great spot to catch the game and relax with our pups!

Patio with Best Happy hour

Peoria Artisian Brewery offers their hand-crafted beers for $4.50 daily during their “Hoppy Hour”. Additionally, they have cocktail, wine, and food specials and one of the best patios on the Upper West Side! We hear they might be expanding their patio in the future too!

Next time you’re looking for a fun night out, check out one of these local spots and support Upper West Side businesses!

By: Korina DeBlanc

Farmer's Market Season Is Here

upperwestsidephx@gmail.com (Bryan Mortensen) — Tue, 02 Oct 2018 14:22:16 GMT

Cooler temps are finally here and farmer’s market season is in full swing! Here is a rundown of some basic info to know about each location before you head out! There is a NEW market WEDNESDAY NIGHTS at Sunrise Mountain Library/Camino A Lago Park starting in October! Be sure to check them out!

Blue Rooster Produce Stand:

23621 N. 91st Ave., Peoria Open every Saturday 8AM-1PM (October through April)

OPENING FOR THE SEASON October 13th

Locally grown fresh fruit, veggies, honey, eggs, pickles, and freshly baked pizza.

More info: https://www.facebook.com/blueroosterproduce/or instragram @blueroosterproduce

Campbell’s Farmer’s Market:

9098 W. Pinnacle Peak Rd., Peoria

First Saturday of every month 7AM-1PM

Fine art, baked goods, and local produce.

More info: http://www.jdcampbells.com

North Peoria EVENING Farmer’s Market:

21111 N. 98th Ave., Peoria @ Camino A Lago Park/Sunrise Mountain Library

Open every Wednesday evenings 4PM-7PM (October through April)

OPENING FOR THE SEASON October 3rd

Fresh produce, local dairy and meats, fresh bread, and more.

More info: http://getlocalarizonaevents.com/north-peoria-evening-farmers-market/#top

Peoria Farmer’s Market (Momma’s Organic Market):

9744 W. Northern Ave., Peoria

Open every Saturday 9AM-2PM (year round & held indoors June through August)

Over 60 vendors, including fresh produce, natural meet, honey, local dairy and eggs, handmade gifts. Food trucks and kids activities are also featured.

More info: http://getlocalarizonaevents.com/saturdaymarket/

Pinnacle Peak Farmer's Market:

4243 W. Pinnacle Peak Rd., Glendale @ Wet N’ Wild

Open every Saturday 8AM-1PM (September through May)

Opening date September 15th

Fresh fruit, veggies, tamales, local honey, hot sauce, hummus, salsa, fresh bread, organic eggs.

More info: https://www.facebook.com/pinnaclepeakfarmersmarket or call (602)465-1343

Trilogy Farmer’s Market:

27980 N. Trilogy Blvd., Peoria

Fourth Saturday of every month 10AM-1PM (September through May)

Fresh produce, local vendors, honey, granola, breads, jams, organic beef, Alaskan seafood.

We hope to see many of our Upper West Siders out at these farmer’s markets this season. We encourage you to support these local vendors and markets!

By Kristi Hunter & Katie Roe

lululemon Arrowhead Becomes A Reality

upperwestsidephx@gmail.com (Bryan Mortensen) — Mon, 01 Oct 2018 14:02:02 GMT

Would you like it if Arrowhead Mall was more like Scottsdale Fashion Square with stores you really want to shop at? Guess what is opening at Arrowhead Mall for the holiday season?!?!? Lululemon! Yep, you read that right!!! Lululemon is opening a pop up shop/showroom at Arrowhead Mall for the holiday season. This is one of the top requests we get from residents of the Upper West Side and definitely THE MOST REQUESTED RETAIL STORE. If you’re not familiar with the lululemon, it is an upscale yoga, running, and athleisure clothing store for women, men, and girls. If you’re familiar with the brand you know that they open “pop up shops” as a trial to see how a new location would do. We know a lot of people don’t like going to the mall. We know you don’t want to brave Bell Rd. and mall traffic and that parking lot. We know you’d rather have them closer to Happy Valley Rd. BUT if you want a lululemon in the Northwest Valley YOU MUST SHOW UP AND SUPPORT THEM! Brave Bell Rd. and mall parking and go show them we want them on the Upper West Side permanently! This is our chance to make this happen, no excuses. And just think what other stores might come if they do. This could be the start to something big!

We know lululemon is not for everyone but I’m personally a huge fan of lululemon wunder under leggings. They are hands down my favorite piece of clothing I own. They might just change your life! Or at least make your butt look so good you’ll want to spend that much money on a pair of leggings!

Photo credit: lululemon

Upper West Side Goes Shopping

upperwestsidephx@gmail.com (Bryan Mortensen) — Mon, 01 Oct 2018 13:55:29 GMT

Thank you to everyone that came out to our Upper West Side Style Social at EVEREVE at The Biltmore last Thursday night! A HUUUUGE thank you to EVEREVE and all of their staff. As many of you know, we made the trek down to The Biltmore on a Thursday night to show EVEREVE that we support them and want them to open a store on the Upper West Side. We stopped in one day months ago to check out this new store at The Biltmore and met the general manager, Erin. She later reached out to us because she loves what we’re doing with Upper West Side PHX and wanted to see how she could let everyone on the Upper West Side experience EVEREVE. She wanted to do a trunk show up here but due to logistics and planning we decided to head down to the store for a Style Social, and boy are we glad that we did! I have NEVER in my 30+ years of life had a better shopping experience!

EVEREVE boast s that their employees are “stylists” that help you put together outfits, much like a popular online company that supplies you with a stylist to pick out clothes they then send to you. I was skeptical but I can honestly say that they really are “stylists” and they FAR exceeded my expectations. I’m not a much of a shopper, not even a little bit. In fact, I dread shopping for clothes, but Thursday night I actually had fun shopping! The employees listened to me to understand my style then they brought me different items, sizes, and colors to try. They brought shoes and accessories to the dressing room so I could see how to complete an outfit for a finished look. They showed me how to tie my t-shirts to look cute and current and how to wear items multiple ways to get maximum wear out of them. They were honest with opinions, super friendly, genuine, and you can tell they love what they do. This is the first time in years that I can honestly say I felt good shopping! I came home with a new dress, cute jeans, and a few basic t-shirts to round out my wardrobe! They had a good sale section and great jewelry so we’ll be back soon for more shopping!

We are so hap py that EVEREVE’s manager got in touch with us to see how they could serve our community! We would be THRILLED to have an EVEREVE store on the Upper West Side! In a world where you can buy pretty much anything online, they have truly differentiated themselves by offering a great shopping experience. Their Biltmore location just celebrated their one year anniversary so if you haven’t checked EVEREVE out yet, definitely stop in next time you’re at The Biltmore Fashion Park! They also have a location in Gilbert at Santan Valley. For those of you with kids, they are serious about being kid friendly (toys and gold fish crackers near the dressing rooms) so there is no reason not to stop in next time you’re in the area! You might just run into us there too! This post is NOT sponsored by EVEREVE. It’s just our honest opinion.

Sunrise Promenade Wants You

upperwestsidephx@gmail.com (Bryan Mortensen) — Sun, 23 Sep 2018 13:47:53 GMT

Check out the latest renderings for Sunrise Promenade! Sunrise Promenade is the new shopping complex by Thompson Thrift Retail Group being built at "Four Corners" anchored by Aldi. They just began construction and will open mid-2019. The city is also currently installing a sidewalk on the east side of Lake Pleasant Pkwy. from Deer Valley Rd. to Happy Valley Rd. (approximately) so many of you will be able to walk to Sunrise Promenade once it opens. We're super excited about this addition to our community!

In addition to Aldi anchoring the plaza, other tenants will include: Black Rock Coffee Company, North 40 Grill, Jabz Boxing (female only boxing), and Sherwin Williams. They are currently in talks to secure other tenants as well, so stay tuned for details in the coming months. If you have not already heard, Flix Brewhouse is NOT opening because Flix was unable to come to a lease agreement. The good news is that the complex has a GREAT space still available that is able to accommodate a restaurant with a patio that is attached to a courtyard! We're working with the developer to ensure that this prime spot goes to a deserving tenant! If you know of a cool restaurant concept looking to open on the Upper West Side, please put them in contact with the developer . You can see this PRIME space in the renderings below!

If you're wondering where exactly Sunrise Promenade will be, it will be on the east side of Lake Pleasant Pkwy. just south of Happy Valley across from Starbucks and next to the Shell Gas Station. Behind the complex will be Sunrise Village, a high-end gated rental community with single and two story attached and detached units. We expect Aldi to bring a lot of customers to the complex with their modern store design and focus on healthy food that rivals Whole Foods but at a much lower cost according to many recent articles. We're glad it's finally officially Fall, even if only by a date in the calendar, and we're looking forward to all the new businesses that are coming to the Upper West Side in 2019!

Life Time Fitness Upper West Side

upperwestsidephx@gmail.com (Bryan Mortensen) — Fri, 21 Sep 2018 13:39:41 GMT

Last night we attended the City of Peoria Planning & Zoning Commission Meeting to show our support for Life Time Fitness coming to the Upper West Side. We generally bring the party wherever we go but these meetings are very formal so they can be a bit scary but we showed up anyway and we're so glad we did.

If you are not familiar with this proposal, Life Time Fitness is interested in opening a club at 67thAve. & Hatfield Road on what is currently a CCV parking lot. Life Time is a high-end resort-style athletic club with indoor/outdoor lap pools and play pools amongst other amenities. We are happy to report that the Planning & Zoning Commission PASSED the zoning unanimously!!!

The commissio ner even commented that Life Time did their due diligence more than any other case they have seen. They held community meetings and addressed resident concerns regarding traffic. Their main entrance will be a shared entrance with CCV on 67thAve. and a traffic light will be installed! In addition, Hatfield Rd. will be paved, entrances/exits and 67thAve. will have more lanes, and they will make use of the area under the power lines for parking. The renderings Life Time presented at the meeting last night look great and should enhance that area.

Most questions last night were about the height of the building (60 feet) but Life Time was adamant that they needed a building of this height to fit all of their amenities and that there was no deal without it. Too often it feels like the West Valley is the “red-headed stepchild” and when upscale businesses open over here they do not always put in their full scale model with all of the amenities they have at other valley locations. We’re happy they stuck to their guns! We can’t wait for Life Time Fitness Peoria in 2019!

Thank you to everyone that went to community meetings so you could learn about this project and to everyone that filled out support cards. And a HUGE thank you to Elissa, our ONLY follower that showed up to this scary meeting to speak in support as well!

Goodbye August

upperwestsidephx@gmail.com (Bryan Mortensen) — Fri, 24 Aug 2018 21:39:55 GMT

A huge THANK YOU to everyone that came out to our final Upper West Side Summer Social Hour last night at Bottega Pizzeria Ristorante ! It was a huge success with over 80 people attending! The private room, private bar, special menu, and staff at Bottega all exceeded our expectations! We even had a special guest appearance from our neighbor and congressional candidate Dr. Hiral Tipernini! How cool is that? We can’t tell you how much it means for us to have been able to fill every venue this Summer for our Social Hour Events. It shows that Upper West Siders CAN and WILL come out to SUPPORT LOCAL and get involved in their community and that’s what this movement is all about!

Thank you to our Platinum and Gold COMMUNITY PARTNERS that spoke and attended last night:

Robyn Halperin from Robyn’s Nest
Susan Ramsey and The Ramsey Team at Keller Williams Realty
Lindsay Taylor from Sinful Blow Dry Bar
Melissa Welker from Matriarch Salon

Mark your calendar for the next Robyn’s Nest Ladies Night Sip & Shop next week Thursday, 8/30 from 4-7pm. It’s always fun to gather your girlfriends and shop with a glass of bubbly and a bite to eat! Robyn’s Nest will also be having a lot of fun HOLIDAY events so please check out our calendar page for details in the future! When our Facebook page hits 6,000 followers we have a great set of cactus vases to giveaway from Robyn's Nest as well. All you have to do to enter is like/follow our page and the Robyn’s Nest Facebook page and tag a friend in our giveaway post from 8/10. We’re only about 60 followers away!

Did you know Susan Ramsey and The Ramsey Team have been working as realtors in the Arrowhead area since the 80’s?!?! Wow! No one knows this area like they do! Make sure you’re using an expert realtor with knowledge of the area and a great skillset when it comes time to buy or sell. Too many people use their “friend the realtor” and that can be a big mistake when you’re talking about such a huge purchase and a long-term investment.

We are so excited that Lindsay Taylor is opening the FIRST BLOW DRY BAR on the Upper West Side! Sinful Blow Dry Bar is slated to open in 2-3 months at 83rdAve. & Lake Pleasant Parkway in the plaza with Planet Beach, Goodwill, etc. In the meantime, you can visit her for all your hair needs in her suite at DC Salon Suites near Arrowhead Grill.

CONGRATULATIONS to all of our prize winners! Thank you to all the businesses that donated the awesome PRIZES for us to give away! Many of these businesses are also located in the Citadelle Plaza with Bottega:

Joyce K Acupcuncture (located in the Citadelle in Indulge Med Spa)
Matriarch Hair Salon (located in the Citadelle in Vivaldi Salon Suites)
Pure Barre (located in the Citadelle on the south side)
Robyn’s Nest
Signatures Invitations & Gifts
Sinful Blow Dry Bar
Skin Addict
Mythic Brews Cold Brew Coffee
Starbucks Gift Card from Academy Mortgage

Please support the businesses that support us! They live and/or work in our community and their partnerships help keep this movement going so we can fight for the development we deserve as the voice of the Upper West Side!

We are in the process of planning our Fall/Winter events! SAVE THE DATE, Thursday 9/27 from 6-8pm for a Ladies Night of shopping! Details coming in the next few days and be on the lookout for more events after that! We hope to host Yoga In The Park, Taste Of The Upper West Side, and a Holiday Wine Tasting! Cheers!

A Win For The Upper West Side

upperwestsidephx@gmail.com (Bryan Mortensen) — Sun, 19 Aug 2018 21:13:46 GMT

We couldn't have been happier when this press release came out announcing 4 new restaurants coming to 83 Marketplace when it opens in the Spring of 2019! All the phone calls, voicemails, emails, meetings, etc. finally felt like they paid off a bit! We're so excited we felt like shouting from the roof tops, "someone is FINALLY listening to us!"

Early renderings of 83 Marketplace from MDC Land Development

We started Up per West Side PHX a little over a year ago and have been really busting our butts since January of this year but with all of the commercial development still in the early stages, sometimes it's hard to see results in this long-term project. We have to remind ourselves all the time that it's a marathon, not a sprint. This announcement gave us the encouragement we needed to keep going. It's validation that developers and businesses are listening to us! We expect this community movement to keep going well into the future (long-term we're thinking about Vistancia Commercial Core and Lake Pleasant) and this was our first big win!

Photo Credit: Bagels On Fire

We can't wait to welcome Deem Proper, S & V Urban Italian, Bagels on Fire, and AVENIDA Modern Mexican (from the owner's of the fabulous Revolu) to 83 Marketplace! Major kudos to all of them for being the first of what is sure to be more shops and restaurants to commit to doing business on the Upper West Side! We get tons of requests for breakfast restaurants, upscale Mexican restaurants, sit down restaurants, and "a place for a good glass of wine" and we think MDC Land Development and Western Retail Advisors really heard us and delivered! Personally, I can't wait to have a few new places to walk to for dinner and drinks and from the comments you left on our Facebook page, we think you all feel the same way! Congrats Upper West Siders and here's to the first of many more happy press releases we expect to see in the next year !

Photo Credit: S & V Urban Italian

https://www.2 4-7pressrelease.com/press-release/455423/83-marketplace-on-a-mission-to-transform-dining-in-the-northwest-valley

Goodbye July

upperwestsidephx@gmail.com (Bryan Mortensen) — Tue, 31 Jul 2018 20:59:42 GMT

We want to take a minute to say goodbye to July and tell you what you can look forward to in August!

Summer is typically a slower time for restaurants in the Valley as many residents head out on vacation to escape the heat. However, it turns out that business is still booming on the Upper West Side! Many local restauranteurs have told us that they are not seeing the typical Summer slowdown like in years past. Our area is experiencing rapid residential growth and as the population increases, commercial development will follow. If we were business owners we would be flocking to this area since it is currently booming (even in July) and there are an additional 7,000 homes being built!

Cooling off in the walk-in fridge!

Now a little recap of our July Pop Up Social events. Thank you to everyone that came out to support local restaurants and meet us! We really appreciate your support! We had a GREAT turnout at both Char Pizzeria on July 12th and The Haymaker on July 24th with about 70 people at each event. A HUGE thank you to Tommasina at CHAR, and Joey at The Haymaker, and all of their staff for taking great care of us!

While our event at CHAR had us dodging a monsoon and playing in the rain, it still managed to be fun for all! CHAR has a fabulous patio, both the covered part (we never realized it was fully covered on the side until this event) and the open part with foosball, bean bag toss, and other fun for the kiddos. With the garage style doors up at the indoor/outdoor bar, it was easy to grab a drink and mingle.

Initially we were going to limit our event at The Haymaker to 50 people so we didn’t completely disrupt their dinner hour but the owner was gracious enough to let us take over the main dining room and we did just that! We were so happy to introduce Joey to so many of you. He lives in the area so he knows our potential and he opened up The Haymaker years ago to serve our community before it was popular. He has been successful because he understands the community, makes changes to stay current (hello, avocado toast), and serves breakfast all day because who doesn’t want that?!? In addition to all of our Upper West Side guests, we talked to all the patrons that were there for a regular Tuesday night dinner in the bar or other seating area and told them about Upper West Side! It was a packed house on the hottest day of the year (we got to sneak in the walk-in cooler a few times to cool off) which goes to show that Upper West Siders will come out rain or shine to support local businesses and this grassroots movement! Community engagement is essential to supporting local and making this movement successful and we love you all for your support and participation!

We would like to thank the wonderful local businesses that donated prizes for us to giveaway at these two events. We were happy to have so many of the business owners present at the events so you could meet them. Please support the businesses that support the Upper West Side movement!

Mythic Brews

Sinful Hair

She’s Crafty

Twin Tails Cageless Grooming

Razzleberriez Frozen Yogurt

Nekter Juice Bar

Kawaii Sushi & Asian Cuisine

Amazing Lash Studio

Farmhouse Chic Boutique

Academy Mortgage (Mike Eberhardt)

Also, we were lucky to have two of our community partners present at The Haymaker. Thank you to Susan Ramsey of The Ramsey Team at Keller Williams Realty and Lindsay Taylor of Sinful Blow Dry Bar for joining and supporting us! Without community partners like them, this movement would not be possible!

Please join us at our last two Pop Up Social Hour events in August! We will b e at Razzleberriez on August 9th with a different format event and at our final HUGH end of Summer event at Bottega Pizzeria on August 22nd! We can’t wait to see you all! In the meantime, if you’re missing us you can head over to our store and buy Upper West Side merchandise to help support us and spread the word about this movement!

Life Time Fitness Meeting Recap

upperwestsidephx@gmail.com (Bryan Mortensen) — Sun, 22 Jul 2018 19:33:48 GMT

Life Time Fitness Peoria/Upper West Side has a nice ring to it, doesn't it? Life Time Athletic as it's now known (because it's SO much more than fitness, it's a lifestyle), has a good chance of coming to Peoria and that's good for all of us. Life Time has an entire wing of their corporate offices that research and decide where to open new clubs and they've put a bullseye on this location. That proves that market research shows that our area is attractive to businesses and our efforts are being recognized!

We know you’ve all been anxiously awaiting a recap of the Life Time Athletic community open house that was held on 7/11, so here it is (along with pictures of all the models they had at the meeting):

40-50 community members attended (it was great to meet so many of you!)
Almost everyone that attended was in support of Life Time with the exception of 2 people that live right next to the site and don’t love the idea but don’t oppose it
2 City Council Representatives and a few City Planners were there
Executives from Life Time headquarters were there including the development manager, traffic engineers, architects, etc. as well local contractors, the local PR team, and the local legal team working on the project
The project is in the pre-application phase and Life Time plans to submit a zoning application to the City of Peoria Planning & Zoning Commission this Fall after they have done their due diligence
It will be 3 stories inside (60 feet) to keep the horizontal footprint small
It will have indoor and outdoor pools (both play pools and lap pools) with waterslides outside
There will be a salon, spa, child care, and café
There will NOT be tennis courts as there is not enough room on the property
The club will be modeled after their Gilbert location
It will be an “Onyx Level” club with pricing starting at $99/mo
There will be a new traffic signal at the CCV entrance/exit on 67thAvenue!!!
There will be other traffic improvements as well (see photos)
The traffic improvements will be at the expense of Life Time, not tax payers
Life Time will employ approximately 300 people at this location

Life Time needs comment cards filled out! You can pick up comment cards at any of our upcoming Upper West Side Summer Social Hour events (7/24, 8/9, and 8/22). Info about these events is in the calendar and on our facebook page under the "Events" tab. If you would like to write a letter of support, please email it to upperwestsidephx@gmail.com and we will get it to the right people. We're looking forward to seeing how this all plays out!

Upper West Side Support is Strong!

upperwestsidephx@gmail.com (Bryan Mortensen) — Thu, 28 Jun 2018 19:20:22 GMT

Last night we held our first ever Summer Series: Pop Up Social Hour at Urban Margarita and it was a HUGE success with just under 100 people in attendance! Since this was a first, we didn't know what to expect, but as soon as the event began a lengthy line formed which was scary and exciting at the same time! Throughout the event we were able to talk to our followers as well as give away some amazing prizes courtesy of Farmhouse Chic Boutique, The Cookie DoughJo, Boite de Fleurs and Karen Plath, LMT. We were also lucky to have two of our community partners in attendance; Amy Malloy, Vice President of Development for The Pederson Group and Jessica Morrison, Allstate Agency Owner. It was a pleasure getting to know more of our followers while enjoying margaritas and yummy Mexican food. If you're looking for a sit down restaurant with great ambience, this is the place! Urban Margarita is located on the SE corner of 67th Ave and the 101 next to Oggi's.

If you weren't able to make it to last night's event, come hang with your neighbors at one of our other Summer Series: Pop Up Social Hour events. All events take place from 5-7pm.

7/12 - CHAR Pizzeria Napoletana

7/26 - Haymaker Restaurant Co.

8/9 - Razzleberriez Frozen Yogurt

8/22 - Bottega Pizzeria Ristorante

Upper West Side PHX Recognized By Developers

upperwestsidephx@gmail.com (Bryan Mortensen) — Fri, 22 Jun 2018 18:58:53 GMT

We were mentioned in the Phoenix Business Journal again! Woohoo!

We loooooove that The Pederson Group has been so receptive to us from the moment they heard about us! Not only do they understand that social media has changed the way business is conducted but they are progressive in that they are using influencer groups to their advantage. They understand that residents want to have a say in the development of their own communities and they view that as a good thing. Having community support gives them leverage when approaching tenants, which helps us all accomplish our goals collectively. We're all for collaboration in an effort to create the best possible outcomes for all parties involved!

We can't wait for The Trailhead to open so we will have more options to walk/bike to for coffee or happy hour! 2020 can't come soon enough!

https://www.bizjournals.com/phoenix/news/2018/06/22/cover-developers-try-to-get-neighbors-on-their.html

Saturday Family Fun

upperwestsidephx@gmail.com (Bryan Mortensen) — Thu, 21 Jun 2018 18:44:52 GMT

Happy Summer Solstice! It's HOT HOT HOT out but that doesn't mean you have to stay home. Come stay COOL at these 3 fun indoor events on the Upper West Side this SATURDAY, JUNE 23RD! Bonus, they are close enough together that you can hit up all 3!

The first event is our Upper West Side Summer Popup Event at The Collective in collaboration with Malia B. Photography and West Valley Moms Blog. For more info, check out our event write link:

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Next up is th e official Grand Opening of Nekter at Lake Pleasant and Happy Valley! They have great deals and cool swag from 9AM-1PM! Be sure to tell them you heard about this from Upper West Side PHX! We hear Barre3 and Amazing Lash Studio will be there too!

And last but not least, The Yard Sale is having their Midsummer Sale Saturday 9AM-3PM and Sunday 10AM-3PM. If you don't already know, The Yard Sale is located on Beardsley Rd. near 111th Ave. at Linden Tree Nursery and they have adorable vintage goods. They will be closed on Friday, June 22nd to put the final touches on the store to make everything perfect for the weekend.

Enjoy your weekend Upper West Siders!

Summer Fun on the Upper West Side

upperwestsidephx@gmail.com (Bryan Mortensen) — Wed, 13 Jun 2018 18:34:52 GMT

We're excited to announce that we are hosting a series of fun Summer events exclusively for Upper West Side PHX followers!

Our first Pop Up Social Hour will be a happy hour on Wednesday, June 27th from 5:00-7:00PM.

Here are the details...

Join us for a special social hour EXCLUSIVELY for Upper West Side PHX followers! We will be hosting a social/happy hour every other week during the Summer to gather our community and support local restaurants! As the weather heats up, the restaurant industry in Phoenix slows down. This creates a great opportunity for us to partner with local restaurants to bring you a great deal AND support them in their slow season. Each event will offer extended happy hour prices on food and drinks for UWS followers, a signature UWS cocktail/item, UWS merchandise for sale, and PRIZES! We will be announcing the location of each event 48 hours in advance on social media! All events will be located on the Upper West Side (obviously) within the 5 zip codes we support and many of them will be family friendly. If you're on Facebook, please RSVP so we can give the restaurants an approximate head count.

We can't wait to meet you!

Cheers!

Katie & Amy

Crazy Upper West Side PHX Ladies

Welcome To Our Website!

upperwestsidephx@gmail.com (Bryan Mortensen) — Tue, 29 May 2018 18:20:35 GMT

Hello from Katie & Amy! We have a lot of FIRSTS going on lately! This is our FIRST EVER Upper West Side PHX blog post on our BRAND NEW Upper West Side PHX website! We're SO excited to finally launch our site as it has been a labor of love. Our hope is this site serves as a central spot for you to find the most up-to-date info on all things Upper West Side!

We're new to blogging so, per usual, we are learning as we go. Please be patient with us as it is only the two of us trying to manage 5,000+ social media followers! Today we're at a local coffee shop getting stuff done. This morning we updated our contact list, replied to messages, met with a commercial retail broker about tenants at 83 Marketplace, put the final touches on our website, and we're ending the day getting ready for tomorrow's big event at Cabin Coffee! We hope you'll come out to hear our latest updates, meet other Upper West Siders, enjoy snacks and refreshments courtesy of Cabin Coffee, and win some insanely cool PRIZES!

Prizes include:

-Diamondbacks vs. Padres tickets

-Jersey Mike's gift cards

-Fabio On Fire gift card

-Twisted Italian gift card

-Jamba Juice gift card

-Daniela Jay Boutique gift basket

-Planet Beach services

-Blue Rooster t-shirts

-FREE home inspection ($400 value)

-$500 off closing costs on the sale of your home

-And more!

We will be selling Upper West Side PHX decals ($5 cash only) and taking t-shirt pre-orders to help raise money to keep this movement going!

YOU DON'T WANT TO MISS THIS FUN EVENT!

Thank you to our community partners, Aaron Schram (Western & Southern Life) and June Giamanco (Epic Home Realty) for helping us put on this month's event. We could not have done this without them. We truly have the best community in the Valley!