text: While not nearly as big as Scottsdale Fashion Square Kierland Commons is a good eatingshopping destination if you are in North Scottsdale If you are staying at the Westin you can easily walk drive or take the free Westin shuttlennThe design and layout tries to evoke the idea of a small town center with streets running through the mall It is compact enough that even old folks or people with kids can walk around the whole thing without feeling overwhelmed assuming it is not too hot The stores are all mid to highend with a range of things from fashion Guess Michael Kors to home goods Sur La Table Crate and Barrell and the restaurants range from family friendly chain restaurants Cheesecake Factory PF Changs to local restaurants North Greene House to high end steakfish house Mastros Ocean Club