< Previous10 EXPLORESURPRISE.COM INDOOR FUN Uptown Alley uptownalleysurprise.com Get ready to strike up the entertainment! In this one spot, you can enjoy 40 regulation-sized bowling lanes; battle it out with friends in a two-story laser tag arena; challenge yourself with 80+ arcade games; or experience a multi-player immersive Virtual Reality experience. You can also enjoy great food and drink options in their sports bar. Or, if you’re looking for a more intimate setting, you can enjoy the lounge, specifically for adult guests. It features 10 private lanes, billiards, comfy seating and table service. Open daily from 10 – 12 a.m. 13525 N Litchfield Rd | 623.975.PLAY Badaz Axes badazaxes.com Guests of all ages can enjoy this unique entertainment experience in a fun-filled environment. Book a one-hour session that includes training, games and a tournament. After exercising your ax throwing skills, you can challenge your mind with their escape room. Opens at 1 p.m. and closes at 10 p.m. Tuesday through Thursday, 12 a.m. Friday and Saturday, and 9 p.m. on Sunday. Closed Monday. 16630 W Greenway Rd, Suite 309 623.600.8383 Player 1 Arcade p1arcade.com Get your quarters out and get ready to enjoy an amazing collection of retro arcade games from the 80's and 90's along with a wide selection of pinball machines. Offering a rotating menu of draft beer options, this fun arcade will fill all your nostalgia needs. Opens at 12 p.m. and closes 10 p.m. Sunday through Thursday, and 12 a.m. on Friday and Saturday. Closed Tuesday. 17239 N Litchfield Rd, Suite 60 623.248.4940 AMC Surprise Pointe Movie Theater amctheatres.com You can count on great sound and picture at this 14-screen theater. So get ready to relax in a luxury reclining seat and enjoy your movie while digging into a delicious bag of popcorn or gourmet snack. Open daily. 13649 N Litchfield Rd 623.584.388411 EXPLORESURPRISE.COM12 EXPLORESURPRISE.COM like a local Eat Our local top spots are the places you’ll tell your friends Babbo Italian Eatery babboitalian.com Serving some of the best Italian food in the state, Babbo Italian Eatery is a place locals visit to satisfy their Italian cuisine cravings. Head here to enjoy their pizza and pasta selections, from traditional spaghetti and meatballs to sweet roasted pear and grape pizza. 16433 W Bell Rd | 623.825.1919 Nick’s Diner II nicksdiner2az.com The philosophy at this diner is “let our family feed your family.” After growing in popularity, the diner moved to a larger “II” location. Nick’s Diner II offers homestyle cooking at its best, so come hungry and be ready to leave full. You’ll find just the right thing in this cozy local spot, from the diner’s all-American breakfast in the morning to an expansive lunch and dinner menu. 13765 N Litchfield Rd 623.328.5347 Oregano’s oreganos.com Join the Italian family where every visit is a “big deal.” You’ll find pizza, pasta, salad and a side of fun in this neighborhood Italian joint. Expect family-style meals and big servings, all while surrounded by 50’s style décor and the sounds of classic crooners. Save room for dessert. It is worth it! 16914 W Bell Rd 623.223.1511 Oregano’s 3 2 113 EXPLORESURPRISE.COM local ocal top spots are the you’ll tell your friends about back home. Rio Mirage Cafe riomiragecafe.com Enjoy authentic Mexican cuisine featuring Sonoran-style recipes handed down for generations. Homemade flour tortillas, sizzling fajitas, margaritas and combination plates featuring all your favorites will leave you more than satisfied. 13863 W Bell Rd 623.975.1527 Saigon Kitchen saigonkitchenaz.com Offering traditional Vietnamese cuisine combined with a modern touch, you can expect to be greeted by intoxicating aromas as soon as you walk through the door of this spacious restaurant. With a full bar, patio seating and a specialty menu, there is a lot to explore and enjoy. 14071 W Bell Rd | 623.544.6400 Vogue Bistro voguebistro.com This intimate bistro creates delicious French-American-style dishes and offers designer martinis along with an extensive wine list. If you are looking for a night out, this spot is perfect for a cozy dinner for two or a group celebration on their patio. 15411 W Waddell Rd | 623.544.9109 45 614 EXPLORESURPRISE.COM bites Over Easy offers a down-home breakfast with a modern twist. The menu will keep you full and the cheery yellow walls and 50’s-diner styling will keep you smiling. Open daily from 6:30 a.m. – 2 p.m. 14345 W Bell Rd | 623.230.2160 eatatovereasy.com Biscuits Café specializes in homemade biscuits and gravy, fresh waffles and tasty omelets. Open 6:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. Monday thru Saturday and 7 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. Sunday. 13752 W Bell Rd 623.546.6889 | biscuitscafe.com Jim’s Burgers & Eggs is a top local favorite offering an affordable full breakfast menu that’s available all day. Stop in 7 a.m. – 9 p.m. Monday thru Saturday and 7 a.m. – 2 p.m. Sunday. 17019 W Greenway Rd, Suite 118 | 623.584.8833 jimsburgersandeggs.com Star Donuts offers a full variety of your favorite fresh doughnuts along with coffee, smoothies, muffins and croissants. They open at 5 a.m. weekdays and 6 a.m. on the weekends. 14155 W Bell Rd | 623.584.0768 Hot Bagels & Deli offers a huge selection of fresh bagels and cream cheese flavors. You can also find breads paired with top quality meats and classic deli sides. Open 6 a.m. – 3 p.m. daily. 13706 W Bell Rd, Suite 18 | 623.556.8108 Wake up hungry? Breakfast is an important meal, and we have a great selection of places to fuel your day, whether you’re on the go or want to sit down and enjoy a relaxing start to your day. Over Easy Biscuits Café Star Donuts15 EXPLORESURPRISE.COM delights State 48 Brewery is a great place to sample the best local brews. Pair your drink with an amazing selection of appetizers, burgers or one of their wood fired pizzas. Hours vary, open until midnight Friday and Saturday. 13823 W Bell Rd 623.584.1095 | state48brewery.com Irish Wolfhound Pub provides a traditional Irish menu along with your favorite Irish beers. You can enjoy good food and drink alongside the many big screen TVs – perfect for any sports fan! Open daily from 11 a.m. – 2 a.m. 16811 N Litchfield Rd, Suite 102 | 623.214.1004 irishwolfhoundpub.com SK Lounge is nestled next to a local favorite restaurant, Saigon Kitchen, and offers a full wine list and delicious unique cocktails tied to the restaurant’s Pan-Asian theme. Open until 9 p.m. most days. 14071 N 141st Ave | 623.544.6400 saigonkitchenaz.com Bonfire Craft Kitchen & Tap House boasts of an expansive menu that is bound to have something for everyone. Enjoy dishes from BBQ to pizza at this neighborhood restaurant and sports bar. Hours vary, open until 1 a.m. Friday and Saturday. 15332 W Bell Rd | 623.295.4567 bonfirektap.com Brookside II Sports Bar and Grille offers classic bar favorites from wings to burgers. Grab a seat and enjoy more than 50 TVs, along with multiple pool tables, dart boards and off-track betting. Open daily until 2 a.m. 15170 W Bell Rd, Suite 11 | 623.556.1000 | brookside-2.com Venue Taproom is a family-friendly restaurant offering a great selection of gastropub-style foods from their scratch kitchen. Enjoy a meal along with any one of their 36 craft, domestic and import beers on tap. Hours vary, open until 11 p.m. on Friday and Saturday. 13699 N Litchfield Rd | 623.584.0255 Brookside II Sports Bar and Grille Irish Wolfhound Pub SK Lounge Add a delicious ending to your day at any of our amazing pubs, grills and restaurants. From night life to family-friendly, there's a lot to enjoy.16 EXPLORESURPRISE.COM side Handel’s Homemade Ice Cream Not only will you find traditional flavors here, you’ll also find deliciously unique seasonal mixes such as Snappy Turtle or Peanut Butter & Jelly, along with vegan, sherbet and dairy-free options. | 15240 N Cotton Ln Valley Keto If you are looking for grain-free, gluten-free, sugar-free goodies this place has the desserts for you. The lemon ricotta scones, donuts and brownies all come with information on net carbs and macros per serving. | 15170 W Bell Rd, Suite 105 Rocket Fizz Soda Pop & Candy Shop Sweets and treats galore await you at this local fill-up-your-bag style shop. Plus, their selection of sodas will transport you back to 5-cent cola days. | 13681 N Litchfield Rd, Suite 122 Smallcakes Cupcakery and Creamery Rich and decadent cupcakes that are almost too beautiful to eat await you here. Pair a freshly made cakes with shop-made ice cream for a real treat. | 13706 W Bell Rd, Suite 14 Spencer’s Place This adorable coffee bistro offers not only amazing treats, but provides work opportunities for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. | 15341 W Waddell Rd, Suite #B101 Sumo Snow Delectable macarons, Japanese crepes and matcha cheesecake are just the beginning at this local spot. You also have to try the variety of delicious beverages at this boba tea spot. 16487 W Bell Rd, Suite 105 Sweet Tea Café & Vintage Décor Charming décor combined with cotton candy lemonade and chocolate & caramel waffles make this sweet shop a must for kids and adults alike! | 15278 W Bell Rd, Suite 102 Whether you’re in the mood for a sugary baked confection or a satisfyingly sweet beverage, Surprise has a wide variety of destinations to indulge your cravings. The Boyer Bakery The house-made pastries and sweets at this cozy bakery give you a feeling of nostalgia from the first bite. With so many options of cookies, brownies and cakes, it’s hard to pick just one! | 13681 N Litchfield Rd, Suite 136 My Daddy’s Italian Bakery & Café Founded in Surprise by a New York transplant, this bakery offers sandwich cookies, strawberry cheese croissants, donuts, cream pies and cheesecakes. We dare you to leave with just one box of sweet treats! | 11677 W Bell Rd, Suite 1 Looking for a good cup of coffee? Check out some of our amazing local coffee shops at exploresurprise.com/explore/blog Rocket Fizz17 EXPLORESURPRISE.COM shop! Let's Bell Mar Plaza 11340 W Bell Rd Surprise Marketplace 13719 W Bell Rd Surprise Towne Center 13722 W Bell Rd Village at Surprise 13980 W Bell Rd Arrowhead Towne Center Regional Mall 7700 W Arrowhead Towne Center, Glendale Tanger Outlets Westgate 6800 N 95th Ave, Glendale Surprise and the nearby area offer plenty of places to enjoy a day of retail therapy. Take a look at these options for snagging day-to-day necessities, shopping ‘til you drop, grabbing a bite or hanging for happy hour… Want to take back a local gift or souvenir? The Pottery Place Warehouse is a hidden gem in Surprise, offering a unique collection of indoor and outdoor pottery. But, that’s not all! You can also find Southwestern, Spanish Colonial, Tuscan and Contemporary style décor, furniture, fixtures, metal sculptures, tiles and more. The Pottery Place Warehouse 17587 W Grand Ave Village at Prasada (coming soon!) We’re set to welcome a 700,000-square-foot retail center just off Loop 303 and Waddell Road! The center will include stores and dining like TJ Maxx, HomeGoods, Marshalls, Total Wine, Ulta, Wow Wow Hawaiian Lemonade, Sprouts Farmers Market, O.H.S.O Brewery, Barrio Queen, Cooper’s Hawk Winery & Restaurants and a 61,000-square-foot entertainment concept with bowling and movies called FatCats. 18 EXPLORESURPRISE.COM 34 5 12 Venues 1 Ground Floor Artists, 13343 W Foxfire Dr, Suite 3 - You’ll find artist residencies, public art projects, exhibitions and classes at this non-profit community art and design center. | 2 The Vista Center for the Arts, 15550 N Parkview Pl - A State-of-the-art 1,300 seat performing arts center that hosts a variety of music, shows and arts and cultural events. | 3 West Valley Arts HQ, 16126 N Civic Center Plaza - The Arts HQ Gallery is an art gallery and cultural event center that enriches the West Valley by growing a vibrant and connected arts and cultural community. | 4 WHAM Art Association & Gallery, 16560 N Dysart Rd - WHAM maintains a beautiful showroom for juried art shows and special events. The exhibits are free and rotated each month. | 5 Stage Left Theatre, 11340 W Bell Rd Suite #105 - An outlet for creative community involvement, producing quality theatrical entertainment. For more information and other venues, visit ExploreSurprise.com/Arts19 EXPLORESURPRISE.COM Public Art From building murals to theater performances, we invite you to experience the arts and culture scene in Surprise. We believe our community’s beauty is amplified by creating spaces for public art, and residents’ and visitors’ lives are enriched by performing arts. Art at Surprise City Hall | 16000 N Civic Center Plaza Rotating art displays and some permanent pieces are displayed at City Hall in the first floor lobby, hallway and outdoor courtyard. Enjoy paintings and sculptures by area artists, including the Surprise History Wall and Art Gallery (inside) and Top Knot and Full Equinox sculptures (outside). A Hero | Fire Station 304, 24550 N 163rd Avenue A six-foot tall bronze firefighter statue in front of a 10-foot, colorful mural of a firetruck. Another panel includes the Surprise Fire-Medical motto, "Always There, Always Ready." Veterans Reflection Circle Bremer Walls Surprise Community Park, 15930 N Bullard Ave You can find muraled bremer walls in the City’s Veterans Reflection Circle. One wall represents the veteran’s journey of healing and the other pays tribute to our military. The Learning Tree Northwest Regional Library, 16089 N Bullard Ave On the front lawn of the library, you’ll find a 27-foot, bronze, welded sculpture of a tree shading a book and flower- adorned benches. For a complete list of public art in the City of Surprise, visit surpriseaz.gov/publicart art We loveNext >