Roll Call for AZ (Things to do, places to see, parties to go to)

[allclearforfrogs]

I see that you're a gambling man.

For my situation, there wasn't a better option. It is a little bit of a gamble, but it's an originator flight first thing in the morning. As long as I'm not delayed more than 5 hours, I'll hopefully be ok.

 

[Frog-O-Rama]

I land at 7:45 AM the morning of the game. What's the best breakfast spot in Phoenix?

I like First Watch, Butterfield Pancake House, and Hash Kitchen.

 

[Wandering Spectator]

I like First Watch, Butterfield Pancake House, and Hash Kitchen.

Definitely do Hash Kitchen since it’s a local chain.

 

[PurplFrawg]

Dennys

no, no, no. Waffle House

 

[Frogustat]

Playing golf Wednesday, Thursday and Friday
Eating dinner AND DRINKING BOURBON and wine every night.
Playing in a poker tournament at Talking Stick casino Friday night.
Celebrating New Years with a TCU beat down of Michigan

This is perfection and I rate your plan strong to quite strong.

 

[Wandering Spectator]

It looks like West Gate will be a gathering spot pre game. Any place in particular?

There are several bars and restaurants at Westgate that will be packed on Gameday. If you like a bar scene for pregame, that’s the place. State 48 would be my preference but there are also some chains like Yard House or Bar Louie. McFaddens and Salt are other options. All will be crowded with both fans but I’m guessing they will announce alumni parties at some of them as we get closer.

 

[Wandering Spectator]

I land at 7:45 AM the morning of the game. What's the best breakfast spot in Phoenix?

If I were you, I’d grab something at the airport. Believe it or not, they have some great options. They have local places in each terminal depending on which airline and gate you arrive. Matt’s Big Breakfast in Terminal 4 is one of my favorites. They also have a place in downtown Phx.

 

[Wandering Spectator]

There was a place out in the middle of nowhere that had a party the last time we were out there. I can’t remember the name for anything but I do remember the burgers were pretty good. There were several TCU and Boise fans there is what I do remember.

Not sure but it could be The Horny Toad in Cave Creek. If you’re staying in town, might be worth a drive.

 

[Eight]

no, no, no. Waffle House

sec bias

 

[Frog45]

Good family locations in Old Town Scottsdale where dad can still have a cold beverage? Will have the kiddos with us.

 

[Frog-O-Rama]

Not sure but it could be The Horny Toad in Cave Creek. If you’re staying in town, might be worth a drive.

Maybe Wild Horse West, out 74 by Lake Pleasant.

 

[Wandering Spectator]

https://wanderingspectator.wordpress.com/2022/12/05/a-guaranteed-fiesta-in-the-valley-of-the-sun/

pretty good blog with ideas on things to do and places to stay and eat that I found on Michigan's 247 forum.

Thanks! I tried to post here but it keeps getting taken down for some reason.

 

[PurpleBlood87]

You can drive from Vegas to Phoenix in less than 6 hours.

I don't mind. I'm a night owl.

 

[Frog-O-Rama]

Thanks! I tried to post here but it keeps getting taken down for some reason.

I read on your site that one of the places you recommend is Loco Patron. Good choice fellow KFc'ers. My boss' son owns it and he has three locations. The one in Tempe has the best food because the chef has been there for 20 years and he is awesome. Go Frogs!!!!!

Oh yeah. I should note there is no apple polishing going on here, hahaha. I am pretty sure my boss will not be reading this!

 

[Dr. Coach Haus]

We are doing the northern route through ABQ as we can spend one night there. The wife and I used to live there, so we are hoping to hit a favorite place or two during our brief overnight in the foothills of the Sandias.

I did notice that the southern route is maybe 20 minutes shorter and without the ABQ sentimentality, that might have swayed us.

We will be one day behind you from Flower Mound. ABQ is our route as well. Santa Fe Brewing is a usual stop for us.

 

[bronco]

Anyone parking in Lot E?

 

[FrogByBirth]

One thing to remember that when TCU last went to the Fiesta Bowl, the bowl CEO John Junker was a crook who ended up a convicted federal felon related to the bowl. He largely used the Bowl as his personal slush fund, IIRC.

Like most CEO's....................

 

[FrogByBirth]

This is perfection and I rate your plan strong to quite strong.

Thank you, thank ya very much! EP

 

[FrogByBirth]

Still has 50 tickets left, just checked. 3 hour open bar and food. The cheaper ticket is sold out.

Wife bought the Caesars Party tickets and I think they were around $125 each, but that's where we'll be pre-game

 

[East Coast]

Anyone else going to the Friday HellsHalfAcre Happy Hour at Boondocks in Old Town Scottsdale? $30 each and you can get tickets on the website.