AZ88 is located in the Civic Center Plaza in Downtown Scottsdale. I've been there a few times for dinner/drinks and have had mixed experiences. The first time I went it was just for drinks. It was very crowded, full of the usual Snottsdale types (you know, $30,000 millionaires). But the drinks and service were good, so I was kept occupied.
The last time I went was later in the evening after a concert. I don't know if the waiter was tired but he just couldn't be bothered to wait on us. I rarely leave a waiter with a one or two dollar tip, but this was an exception.
The food is nothing to write home about...very typical burgers, salads etc. And it's always crowded. I really don't think it's for the food...it's just the place to be and it's very close to the Mondrian.
I'd say that the best part of the place is the people watching. I've never seen so many chickadees working so hard to look and act like Paris Hilton. Skip it, unless you are desperate for grub or need a good laugh.