I am not sure what people want out of this mall but it suits my needs just fine.
After a game I can go to the movies. Before the game I can eat and have a few cheaper priced drinks. We can hang out at the Piano bar without kids (ASU) starting fights. I can eat, drink and dance at Margaritaville and not be worried about having a good time.
Trendy... meh, you can't fill a mall with Mom and Pop type places.
Ghost mall... just like everywhere else.
Parking... Open and FREE
This place has no culture like Cen Pho but it can be a good time.