Go here when you want to meet up after work, for a Sunday brunch, or for a nice relaxing weekend dinner.

Bomberos is in a modern contemporary setting with a large patio out the back of the restaurant. The food is excellent and in a similar style to Postino. Seating is a mix of lounge chairs and small tables.

Update Bomberos has closed due to disputes between the restaurant and the landlord. We were there on their final weekend being open and it was packed. Hopefully Bomberos re-opens in a new space somewhere as it was a wonderful restaurant.

Also consider Postino's on Central, Lisa G's or Chelsea's Kitchen.

Go here when you want to wind down from the working week with bruschetta, sandwiches and wine; or just for happy hour after work.

There are now two Postinos Winebars or winecafes, one on Campbell and 40th, and the other in central Phoenix on Central and Colter. They have the same menu, though Postinos on Central has a better patio. The main thing to be aware of is saying which Postinos you plan to meet up at; it can cause confusion.

Also consider Postinos on Central, AZ88 or The Vig.

Go here when you want to meet for lunch or after work for a drink, or a casual dinner. Lisa G's is a good downtown location to catch up over happy hour.

The food is based on the sliders model and comes in sets of four small servings. The restaurant has a nice outdoor patio, a comfortable bar area and modernist interior.

Note Unfortunately Lisa G's is no longer open.

Also consider Fez, Switch, Maize's Cafe or Postinos on Central

Go here when you want to wind down from the working week with bruschetta, sandwiches and wine; or just for happy hour after work.

There are now two Postinos Winebars or winecafes, one on Campbell and 40th, and the other in central Phoenix on Central and Colter. They have the same menu, though Postinos on Central has a better patio. The main thing to be aware of is saying which Postinos you plan to meet up at; it can cause confusion.

Also consider Postinos on Campbell, AZ88 or The Vig.

Go here when you are in Kierland Commons and want a drink.

Bar North is a nice bar at Kierland Commons. Its main draw is its patio which is nice and sunny and looks out into the main area. It is good for a relaxing drink after shopping and watching other shoppers wander by.

Also consider Humble Pie