We have two favorite brunch spots, you can't go wrong with either!

Welcome Diner

929 E Pierce St, Phoenix, AZ 85006

Emerson's Recommendation: Welcome Breakfast and a Sonoran-75 (their biscuits are to die for)

Chris' Recommendation: Biscuit Benedict and a Bloody Mary

Over Easy

690 S Novus Pl #187, Tempe, AZ 85281

Emerson's Recommendation: Grilled Cheese

Chris' Recommendation: The OG Wolfpack

Here are some of our favorite lunch/dinner spots in the area:

Snakes & Latte's

20 W Sixth St, Tempe, AZ 85281

Our favorite date night! This is a Board Game Cafe, $6 for access to all games and board play, they have any game you can think of and even have a Game Librarian to help you find new games you'll love! This is also home to some of our favorite cocktails in the area and have delicious food!

Favorite Bites & Drinks: The "Surprise Me" drink has never failed us and is a great way to try something new! All food is fantastic, but we definitely recommend ending your night with their cookie skillet!

North Italia

697 S Novus Place, Tempe, AZ 85281

Favorite Bites: Italian Meatball Appetizer and Tortelloni al Pomodoro

Thirsty Lion Gastropub & Grill

2000 E Rio Salado Pkwy, Tempe, AZ 85281

Favorite Bites: Beer Battered Cheese Curds, Gastropub Burger, Fish & Chips

Mellow Mushroom

740 S Mill Ave, Tempe, AZ 85281

Favorite Bites: Loaded Potato Pizza & Mighty Meaty

If it is a beautiful day, go say hi to some of our favorite animal friends! We both volunteer at this zoo and spend a lot of time walking around the grounds and learning about the animals! Spending a morning at a zoo is an Emerson and Chris approved activity!

A great area to see some small, local businesses, shops, bars, restaurants, and more! Great way to spend an afternoon and get some steps in.

Best mall in the area! We definitely recommend starting at Scheel's, it's like if Buc-ee's and Bass Pro Shop teamed up to make the best shopping experience possible. There are also several other stores and restaurants in the are!

If you are a fan of flora, make sure to stop by the beautiful Botanical Garden and appreciate the beauty of the desert! They also have a great restaurant located near the entrance that offers a delicious lunch or dinner!

Papago Park

Several trails at varying difficulties

Camelback Mountain

Difficulty level - Hard

Pinnacle Peak

Difficulty level - Moderate

There are many, many more hiking opportunities in the area so do some research and let us know if you find a great one!

A great place to hit a bunch of shops, see a movie, or grab a meal! Located almost directly across from the hotel!

Great for shopping, finding a bite to eat, or grabbing a drink!