Mortgage Matchup Center

• Driving & Parking
  To drive to the Mortgage Matchup Center from the north or east, take I-10 and exit at Washington/Jefferson Street or 7th Street, heading west on Washington before turning south onto 3rd Street. If you are arriving from the west or northwest via I-10 or I-17, exit directly at Jefferson Street and proceed straight east to the arena plaza. Once you arrive, the dedicated five-story parking structure attached to the venue on 1st/3rd Street is primarily reserved for premium seat owners and suite holders, with highly competitive, limited spaces released to the general public. General drivers should instead target the directly adjacent Jefferson Street Garage at 3rd Street and Jefferson or secure pre-paid passes at the surrounding downtown city garages.
• Public Transit
  Valley Metro Light Rail serves the 3rd Street/Jefferson and 3rd Street/Washington stations, directly adjacent to the arena. The light rail runs east-west through Mesa, Tempe, and Phoenix.
  • Valley Metro Light Rail
    The primary rail option to the Mortgage Matchup Center is the Valley Metro Light Rail, which operates a two-line system that splits directly around the arena plaza. Fans traveling from the East Valley (Mesa and Tempe) or central Phoenix can take the A Line (Gilbert Road/Main Street to Downtown Hub), exiting at the 3rd Street/Jefferson station for a short walk to the gates, and catching the return train at the 3rd Street/Washington station. Alternatively, the B Line (Metro Parkway to Baseline/Central Avenue) serves riders traveling from north Phoenix and the South Central extension. The arena features a "RailRide" partnership, meaning your game or concert ticket serves as valid light rail fare at no additional cost on event days.
  • Bus RAPID Lines
    Several primary local and express routes drop off right at the Downtown Phoenix Hub adjacent to the stadium. Key options include Route 0 (Central Avenue) for north-south travel and the Phoenix Downtown DASH circulator for navigating the immediate downtown core. Additionally, commuters arriving from the wider valley can utilize the weekday RAPID Express routes, including the I-10 East RAPID, I-10 West RAPID, and I-17 RAPID, which provide direct commuter links to the stadium area.
• Rideshare
  The officially designated rideshare zones for the arena are located at 1st Street/Jefferson (Footprint Center Plaza), along S. 2nd Street (by The Ryan), at S. 3rd Street (adjacent to the Phoenix Convention Center), and at E. Jefferson Street outside the Hotel Palomar and The Arrogant Butcher.

Downtown Phoenix has been transformed in recent years, with Roosevelt Row, the Warehouse District, and Heritage Square adding restaurants, bars, and cultural venues.

Bars & Restaurants

• Majerle's Sports Grill
  Named after Suns legend Dan Majerle ("Thunder Dan"), this sports bar on 2nd Street is the quintessential Suns pregame destination. Cold beer, bar food, and walls covered in Suns memorabilia. Steps from the arena.
• The Arrogant Butcher
  A restaurant and bar on 1st Street near the arena offering American cuisine, craft cocktails, and a polished pregame atmosphere. The patio is popular on pleasant Phoenix evenings.
• The Kettle Black Kitchen & Pub
  A gastropub near the arena offering elevated pub fare, craft beer, and cocktails. A step up from the typical sports bar.
• Crown Public House
  A pub near the arena offering craft beer, cocktails, and standard pub fare. Conveniently located for a pregame pint.
• Willie's Taco Joint
  A taco joint near the arena serving tacos and Mexican-inspired fare. Quick, casual, and close to the gates.
• Cornish Pasty Co
  A pub in the Roosevelt Row area serving Cornish pasties (savory hand pies) with creative fillings. Set in a historic building with cozy, dark-wood booths, it's always busy and has a unique, hearty menu. About a 10-minute walk from the arena.
• Taco Bell Cantina Cantina
  A cantina-style Taco Bell near the arena offering the standard menu plus alcoholic beverages in a sit-down setting.
• Ziggys Magic Pizza Shop
  A pizza shop near the arena offering creative pizzas.

Neighborhood Attractions

• Heard Museum
  One of the finest museums of Native American art and culture in the country. The collection spans traditional and contemporary Native American art, with particular strength in Southwestern pottery, jewelry, and textiles.
• Heritage & Science Park
  A historic district near the arena featuring the Rosson House (a restored Victorian mansion), the Arizona Science Center, and green space. The park provides a peaceful break from the urban core.
• "Welcome to Roosevelt Row" Art Installation
  Roosevelt Row (RoRo) is downtown Phoenix's arts district. Murals, galleries, First Friday art walks, and creative restaurants line the streets. The art installation marks the entrance to this vibrant neighborhood.
• Desert Botanical Garden
  The garden showcases desert plants and cacti from around the world, with stunning trail walks. The Chihuly glass art exhibitions against the desert backdrop are extraordinary.
• Arizona Science Center
  An interactive science museum in Heritage & Science Park. The planetarium, interactive exhibits, and IMAX theater make it a great family activity on game day.

• Ring of Honor Banners
  Hanging in the northwest corner rafters are the Phoenix Suns' Western Conference Championship banners 1976, 1993 & 2021.
• Historical Memorabilia Cases
  Scattered throughout the upper levels are secure glass artifact cases displaying vintage game-worn jerseys, sneakers, and historical basketball memorabilia tracking both the Suns and Mercury timelines.
• The Concourse Art Murals
  Following recent multi-million dollar stadium renovations, the franchise completely reimagined its historical storytelling. A collective of local Valley artists painted a massive, museum-style gallery of vivid portraits and murals celebrating these Ring of Honor legends. This art gallery is physically located throughout the upper level / CarMax concourse.
• Retired Numbers
  • #5 Dick Van Arsdale
  • #6 Walter Davis
  • #7 Kevin Johnson
  • #9 Dan Majerle
  • #13 Steve Nash
  • #24 Tom Chambers
  • #31 Shawn Marion
  • #32 Amar'e Stoudemire

• VIP Courtside & Floor Clubs
  Premium floor seats.
  • Annexus Social Club
    Sections 101F-123F: The most exclusive basketball experience in the venue. This private, premium two-story club is physically built into the facility's former practice court space. It sits just steps away from the floor, providing ultra-premium food, high-end liquor, and valet parking specifically to VIP Courtside Floor seat holders
  • Ultra Club
    Primarily Sections 111-117, Rows 1-5: This private club serves fans sitting in the lower-level sideline sections on the bench side of the court, offering an all-inclusive chef’s buffet, wine, craft beer, and specialty cocktails immediately behind the seats.
  • Club Gila River
    Primarily Sections 101-105 and 123-124, Rows 1-5: Serving as the mirror image to the Ultra Club, this lounge hosts fans in the lower-level sideline rows opposite the benches with full food and beverage integration.
• Concourses & Lower Bowl Premium Clubs
  • M Club by BMW
    A premier, elite club space providing high-end lounge environments, fine wine, spirits, and elevated culinary action paired with exclusive VIP parking privileges for its members.
  • Dos Equis Beer Garden
    Located on the lower level sideline. This unique space gives prime sideline seat members access to an indoor/outdoor hangout zone complete with an open-air patio, fire pits, lounge seating, and unlimited food truck-style fare paired with complimentary beer.
  • North Club
    Positioned explicitly on the North Baseline of the lower bowl. These wide, cushioned premium seats feature personal tables, device charging stations, and dedicated in-seat wait service. Ticket holders gain entry into a sprawling, open-view lounge space right behind the seating section.
• Suite & Upper Level Experiences (Bell Bank Suite Level)
  • The Enclave Suites
    Intimate, smaller-scale luxury layouts positioned on the executive level designed explicitly for smaller corporate groups or precise client entertainment.
  • The Lofts
    Located along the sidelines of the suite level. These semi-private, open-concept spaces accommodate small groups of 8 to 12 guests, blending private seating comforts with social access to the premium all-inclusive Chef’s Buffet.
  • Terrace Boxes & Theater Boxes
    Positioned on the main suite level. These upscale, high-value alternative spaces feature reserved premium stadium seating or plush, private couch spaces (North Lounge rows) that include all-inclusive dining layouts.
  • Jim Beam Barrel Bar
    Located on the North Baseline of the Suite Level. This open-concept lounge space treats ticket holders to live music, a massive signature barrel bar setup, and all-inclusive concessions paired with comfortable leather sofa style seating overlooking the court.
  • Hideaway
    Tucked away as a hidden gem on the third level (Upper Concourse). This serves as an affordable premium alternative, granting general admission standing-room-only access to an open lounge featuring an unlimited hot dog bar, buffet, and house beverages.

• Signature Items
  Sonoran hot dogs (bacon-wrapped, topped with pinto beans, onions, tomatoes, jalapeño sauce, and mustard) are an Arizona specialty. Green chile-smothered items and Southwestern flavors are well-represented. The arena's food program reflects Phoenix's growing culinary scene.
• Little Miss BBQ
  Lower Concourse: Widely regarded as one of the best barbecue spots in the entire Southwest, they serve up their legendary Central Texas-style oak-smoked brisket, pulled pork sandwiches, and house-made jalapeño cheddar sausage.
• Spinato’s Pizzeria
  Multiple locations across both the Main Concourse and Upper Concourse levels: A beloved Phoenix family staple famous for its signature sweet-sauce Chicago-style thin-crust pizza, garlic blend cheese bread, and fresh Caesar salads.
• Gorilla Grill
  Anchored on the Main Level Concourse: Named in honor of the Suns' iconic mascot, this is the arena's premier destination for high-quality, charbroiled smash burgers, seasoned fries, and premium crispy chicken tenders.
• Los Soles Taqueria
  Main Concourse and Upper Level food zones: Capturing the authentic flavors of the desert, this spot specializes in street-style tacos (carne asada, al pastor, and pollo asado), loaded nachos smothered in warm queso, and regional green chile specialties.
• Benihana
  Main Entrance Pavilion / Main Level Concourse: A fan-favorite alternative to standard stadium fare, serving fresh, made-to-order hibachi chicken or steak teriyaki bowls, edamame, poke bowls, and curated sushi rolls.
• Wetzel’s Pretzels
  Upper Level and Main Level crossover corridors: The definitive spot for grab-and-go stadium snacks, offering hot, fresh-baked buttered pretzels, Wetzel Bitz, and specialty cheesy jalapeño dog bites.
• Shazam Sweets
  Main Level Concourse: The ultimate dessert destination inside the arena, featuring gourmet oversized cookies, custom ice cream sundaes, loaded churros, and a rotating array of sweet treats.
• Noble Ground Coffee
  Main Lobby / Pavilion entrance and Upper levels: A local social-enterprise coffee roaster serving up hot and iced espresso drinks, cold brews, and seasonal desert-themed specialty lattes.