Visiting Estrella, or just looking to better appreciate what it has to offer? Get to know this Phoenix neighborhood by browsing its most popular local businesses, from a New York-style sandwich shop to a Mandarin and Cantonese spot.
Hoodline crunched the numbers to find the top places to visit in Estrella, using both Yelp data and our own secret sauce to produce a ranked list of neighborhood businesses. Read on for the results.
1. NY Slicers Deli
Topping the list is deli NY Slicers Deli, which offers sandwiches, salads and more. Located at 835 N. 43rd Ave., it's the highest rated business in the neighborhood, boasting 4.5 stars out of 151 reviews on Yelp.
This spot offers build-your-own "slicers" with your choice of meat, cheese, bread, veggies and condiments. There's also hot and cold sandwiches, along with a small breakfast menu, desserts and greens.
2. Salad and Go
Next up is vegetarian spot Salad and Go, which offers juice and smoothies, situated at 9875 W. Lower Buckeye Road. With 4.5 stars out of 141 reviews on Yelp, it's proven to be a local favorite.
With 14 locations across Arizona, this salad spot offers a variety of greens, from roasted potato and strawberry to barbecue ranch. There's also seasonal picks like the winter harvest chicken salad or roasted Brussels sprouts and bacon.
3. Kay's Kafe
Cafe Kay's Kafe is another top choice. Yelpers give the business, located at 3401 S. 43rd Ave., 4.5 stars out of 118 reviews.
On the menu at this breakfast and lunch spot, expect to find a range of breakfast platters, from green tamales, eggs and hash browns to Belgian waffles and chocolate chip pancakes.
4. SaleSumo
SaleSumo, a hardware and discount store that offers appliances and more, is another much-loved neighborhood go-to, with 4.5 stars out of 99 Yelp reviews. Head over to 221 N. 48th Ave. to see for yourself.
At this hardware shop, expect to find tools, vacuums, small appliances and electrical equipment. For home decor, there's flooring, rugs, lights, ceiling fans and storage and organization containers.
5. New Asian Star
Last but not least, check out New Asian Star, which has earned four stars out of 165 reviews on Yelp. You can find the Chinese spot at 2755 S. 99th Ave., Suite 102.
Specializing in Mandarin and Cantonese cuisine, this spot offers appetizers like crab puffs and fried Japanese tofu. Other menu items include soup, noodles and plates of chicken, beef, pork and seafood.
