As the largest state capital in the United States, Phoenix has always been one of the most popular tourist destinations in the United States. In fact, in the Navajo language, Phoenix is known as ‘Hoodzo’, perhaps best translated in a modern context as ‘this place is hot!’ One of Phoenix’s most exciting landmarks is the fantastic Biltmore Fashion Park, home to the nation’s favorite sport: shopping.
Located at the confluence of Scottsdale and Paradise Valley, the Biltmore Fashion Park is in one of the best locations in Arizona. But as well as boasting more than seventy outlets, including designer brands like Gucci, Ralph Lauren, Cartier and Escada, the Biltmore Fashion Park is also home to a variety of interesting restaurants and cafes. Whatever type of cuisine you’re craving during your shopping trip, you’re likely to find it: from upscale restaurants to down-home restaurants, from North American seafood to European fare.
Sam’s Cafe, for example, aims to serve food and drink influenced by the American Southwest; so if you’re visiting Arizona and looking for an authentic dining experience, Sam’s Cafe may be the way to go. Visit Sam’s for signature hand-shaken margaritas or chef’s specials. Steamers Genuine Seafood also strives to provide shoppers and diners with a stylish yet comfortable environment in which to enjoy the day’s fresh catch. Whether you’re looking for a bowl of hearty New York-style clam chowder or a light snack from their oyster bar, enjoy a meal at Steamers while watching the sun set over Camelback Mountain in the distance.
If you have a craving for pizza during your shopping trip at Biltmore Fashion Park, then opt for California Pizza Kitchen. Here you will find pizza ingredients from all over the world, from the Far East to the Caribbean, so you can enjoy a pizza with a difference. Alternatively, Bamboo Club will provide you with an upscale yet casual Asian bistro; his innovative approach to Asian cuisine blends influences from across the Far East, including Vietnam, Thailand, Malaysia, and Indonesia. Of course, if you’re simply looking to satisfy your sweet tooth, you need to visit The Cheesecake Factory for the best selection of cheesecakes in the area.
Clearly, Biltmore Fashion Park offers much more than just shopping. There are many hotels nearby, including the world famous Waldorf Astoria Arizona Biltmore Resort and Spa, the world’s only existing hotel with a design influenced by Frank Lloyd Wright. So if you want to spend more than a day browsing Biltmore Fashion Park’s many shops, restaurants, and cafes, you won’t be stuck with accommodation in the surrounding area.