This review is for 06/11/2011. After a failed attempt to find something to do, my GPS told me about the Biltmore. I had no idea what it was, but it was located in a busy business area of Phoenix. To my surprise, I was...SURPRISED. If Beverly Hills/Rodeo Drive had to relocate, it would be here at Biltmore Fashion Park.
This is a very classy place. It is a combination of an outlet mall meets Beverly Hills. There is free parking on the north side of the mall. However, if you are eating in you can park in the south side with, I think, two hour validation. There is valet service as well. I parked on the garage because of the heat and the shade would provide some level of comfort when I returned.
I parked on the second floor which was a mistake because I walked in one of the most expensive stores at the Biltmore, Saks Fifth Avenue. By simply walking in, I had declared bankruptcy a couple times over. There was a lot of female associates waiting to take your credit card. Glad I walked fast out of there.
I walked the center of the mall and it was calm feeling. A lot of people were just sitting outside while the water mists were filling the property. It was so damn relaxing there. I took a walk around and decided....I think I need a drink. I found a Biltmore Guide and wasn't familiar with a lot of the stores. I saw something called Black Chile Mexican Grill and I knew that this place was a guaranteed win for drinks. That will be on another review.
The Biltmore is simply amazing. I met a new friend here at Black Chile Mexican Grill and had an amazing time here. I won't be buying any clothes here, but I will grab a drink again if I am here in town. What a wonderful place!!