First of all, let me say that Manuels is my favorite Mexican food restaurant in the Phoenix area and that this review is long overdue. I've been eating at Manuels in Tempe and Mesa for roughly 30 years and have had hundreds of dinners/lunches there. My review is solely based on the renovations of the Scottsdale and to a slightly lesser degree the Phoenix location. I was so excited to dine at the newly renovated locations, but incredibly disappointed. The look and feel of the renovations look incredibly cheap and poorly designed. The front door looks like it came from Walmart and the led lighting in the entryway makes you feel like your being interrogated. The walls near the booths are covered in the same white dimpled plastic you find in cheap gas station restrooms. I really could go on and on with my critique, but I'm not here to bash my favorite local restaurant chain. It hurts me to give it 2 stars, but I wanted you to know the opinion of one of your most loyal patrons..... If you want some decorating ideas, please visit the newly renovated Macayos in Tempe and Scottsdale. Please make some changes, start with the lighting, add some vivid colors, use some authentic Mexican decor, etc.