Native New Yorker - Carta

Black Bear Diner

➤ 3530 W Baseline Rd, 85339, Laveen Village, United States

Carta • Cafés • Diners • Burgers • American

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"All 3 of us ordered something different and every thing was delicious. The Huckleberry lemonade was fabulous and is now a favorite drink to order . The food portions are generous and no one should leave hungry . Deserts are all enticing and my Banana Cream pie is truly large enough for 3 people . I had to take it to go because I was so stuffed I couldn't possibly eat it but wasn't going to miss out . The interior gives a nice homey feel and the service staff is knowledgeable about all they offer and make your dining experience fun . I highly recommend eating here ."

Bosa Donuts

➤ 6360 S 35th Ave Ste 168, Phoenix, United States

Carta • Donuts • Coffee • Catering • Donut Shop

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"I always visit this restaurant, but today after work, I encountered a rude lady. I ordered a half dozen donuts, specifying the types twice. She asked if my order was for 8 donuts, to which I explained that I wanted 1 twist glaze, 2 original ring glaze, 1 raspberry filling, 1 apple filling, and 1 chocolate glaze, totaling 6. She suggested removing some, so I confirmed that I wanted 6. In the end, she only gave me 3 donuts. It was frustrating to have to explain myself multiple times to her."

Pho Laveen Vietnamese Cuisine

➤ 3424 W Southern Ave 180, 85041, Phoenix, US, United States

Carta • Asian • Vegan • Casual • Vietnamese

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"We absolutely love Pho Laveen. We originally are from Washington State so we grew up with pho on every corner in every city. I am a soup person and I love tasting broths. The broth here is so rich I never add any hoisin because I love to enjoy the rich beefy flavored broth. The stir fried noodles are my absolute favorite so much flavor and the veggies are always so fresh. I've also had the rice vermicelli bowls they are also something to rave about. Pho Laveen is my absolute favorite place to fulfill my cravings."

Mi Ranchito Carniceria

➤ 5035 West Southern Avenue, Phoenix, AZ 85339, Laveen, United States

Carta • Bbq • Fish • Meat • Pizza

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"First time inside. My daughter and I were just looking around. We decided to buy some Ranchero meat for tomorrow night. We also bought some beans and salsa. The service was great getting the 2lb of beef. And the girl at the register is super nice. We had a great experience and will be back."

Smoakie Kitchen

➤ SMOAKIE KITCHEN BBQ, 5020 W Baseline Rd #115, Laveen Village, AZ 85339, USA, Phoenix, United States

Carta • Kitchen • American • Barbecue • North American

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"I would normally open this with a statement that maybe this was just an off day, but I 'm seeing other people post pictures of dry meat saying good BBQ! , so I 'm thinking that Phoenix residents just don 't know good BBQ. Ordered two meals: brisket and rib tips, chicken and rib tips. Sides: potato salad, corn on the cob, smoakie beans. Brisket: hands down, the worst brisket I 've ever had from a restaurant. Tough, dry, overcooked, and looked like it was reheated from days ago. Rib tips: Surprisingly good relative to everything else, but the rub on them tasted like any other rub you 've had. Chicken: hands down, the worst chicken my wife has ever had from a restaurant. She couldn 't even finish it. I 've never had chicken quite that overcooked; was turning to mush at such a level that it was like it had been in a crock pot for hours before. Potato salad: food service potato salad. Was better with salt, but you 've had it anywhere else. Corn on the cob: somehow they managed not to ruin this, but it 's also not particularly interesting either. Smoakie beans: you 'd think something with a bunch of smoked meat and a bunch of vegetables in it would have flavor. It does not. We got cheesecakes for dessert, and that took the cake (pun intended): $5.99 each for tiny frozen manufactured slices, they must laugh to themselves every time they 're boxing them up. All in all, come here if you 're looking for reheated of Famous Dave 's or Dickey 's, paired with sides and dessert from Costco."