The Best Places to Eat and Drink in Phoenix

1. • KAI 88

   • Transformative Native American Tasting
   
   

   1. Forbes Travel Guide
      5 Stars

   2. 2025 James Beard Awards
      Outstanding Hospitality | Semifinalist

   3. Eater Phoenix
      The 38 Best Restaurants in Phoenix

   
   

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   • 5594 W Wild Horse Pass Blvd, Phoenix, AZ | East Valley
   • Website
   • Instagram

2. • Little Rituals 85

   • Inventive Hotel Cocktail Bar
   
   

   1. 2024 James Beard Awards
      Outstanding Bar | Semifinalist

   2. 2024 Spirited Awards
      Best U.S. Hotel Bar | Top 4 Finalist

   3. Eater Phoenix
      The Best Bars in Phoenix

   
   

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   • 132 S Central Ave, Phoenix, AZ | Central
   • Website
   • Instagram

3. • Bacanora 83

   • Solid Mexican (Sonoran) Restaurant
   
   

   1. 2022 James Beard Awards
      Best New Restaurant | Nominee

   2. 2024 James Beard Awards
      Best Chef: Southwest, Rene Andrade | Winner

   3. Phoenix Magazine
      Top 100 Dishes of Arizona | Pollo Asado

   
   

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   • 1301 NW Grand Ave, Unit 1, Phoenix, AZ | Central
   • Website
   • Instagram

4. • Highball 82

   • Elevated Cocktail Bar
   
   

   1. 2024 Spirited Awards
      Best U.S. Bar Team – U.S. West | Regional Honoree

   2. 2024 Spirited Awards
      Best U.S. Cocktail Bar – U.S. West | Regional Honoree

   3. Imbibe Magazine
      Where to Drink in Phoenix

   
   

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   • 1514 N 7th Ave, Phoenix, AZ | Midtown
   • Website
   • Instagram

5. • Platform 18 at Century Grand 81

   • Immersive Cocktail Bar
   
   

   1. 2024 Spirited Awards
      U.S. Bartender of the Year, Nicole Giampino | Top 10 Nominee

   2. 2024 Spirited Awards
      Best U.S. Bar Team – U.S. West | Regional Honoree

   3. 2024 Spirited Awards
      Best U.S. Cocktail Bar – U.S. West | Regional Honoree

   
   

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   • 3626 E Indian School Rd, Phoenix, AZ | East
   • Website
   • Instagram

6. • Valentine 81

   • Retro-Modern Arizonan All-Day Restaurant
   
   

   1. Esquire
      The Best New Restaurants in America 2022 | #17

   2. Phoenix New Times
      Top 100 Restaurants

   3. AZ Central
      100 metro Phoenix essentials

   
   

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   • 4130 N 7th Ave, Phoenix, AZ | Midtown
   • Website
   • Instagram

7. • Chilte 81

   • Somewhat Experimental Mexican Restaurant
   
   

   1. Bon Appétit
      The 24 Best New Restaurants of 2023

   2. Foodist Awards
      Emerging Restaurant of the Year

   3. Phoenix Magazine
      Top 100 Dishes of Arizona | Santa Quesadilla

   
   

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   • 765 Grand Ave, Phoenix, AZ | Central
   • Website
   • Instagram

8. • Lom Wong 80

   • Diverse Thai (Northern) Restaurant
   
   

   1. Esquire
      The Best New Restaurants in America 2023

   2. Food & Wine
      2025 Best New Chefs | Yotaka Martin

   3. Phoenix New Times
      Top 100 Restaurants

   
   

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   • 218 E Portland St, Phoenix, AZ | Central
   • Website
   • Instagram

9. • UnderTow 80

   • Immersive Tiki Bar
   
   

   1. 2024 Spirited Awards
      Best U.S. Bar Team | Top 4 Finalist

   2. 2024 Spirited Awards
      Best U.S. Bar Team – U.S. West | Regional Honoree

   3. Imbibe Magazine
      Where to Drink in Phoenix

   
   

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   • 3626 E Indian School Rd, Unit 100, Phoenix, AZ | East
   • Website
   • Instagram

10. • Grey Hen Rx at Century Grand 80

    • Immersive Cocktail Bar
    
    

    1. 2024 Spirited Awards
       U.S. Bartender of the Year, Nicole Giampino | Top 10 Nominee

    2. 2024 Spirited Awards
       Best U.S. Bar Team – U.S. West | Regional Honoree

    3. 2024 Spirited Awards
       Best U.S. Cocktail Bar – U.S. West | Regional Honoree

    
    

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    • 3626 E Indian School Rd, Phoenix, AZ | East
    • Website
    • Instagram

11. • Bitter & Twisted Cocktail Parlour 80

    • Beloved Cocktail Bar
    
    

    1. 2025 Spirited Awards
       Best U.S. Cocktail Bar – U.S. West | Regional Top 10 Honoree

    2. Imbibe Magazine
       Where to Drink in Phoenix

    3. Eater Phoenix
       The Best Bars in Phoenix

    
    

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    • 1 W Jefferson St, Phoenix, AZ | Central
    • Website
    • Instagram

12. • Tell Your Friends 76

    • Fancy Cocktail Lounge
    
    

    1. Industry Excellence Awards
       Bar of the Year

    2. Sunset
       Where to Eat and Drink 2025 | Better Bars

    3. Phoenix New Times
       The Top 100 Bars in Phoenix

    
    

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    • 17797 N Scottsdale Rd, Scottsdale, AZ | Scottsdale
    • Website

13. • Andreoli Italian Grocer 75

    • Cozy Italian Restaurant/Market
    
    

    1. 2022 James Beard Awards
       Best Chef: Southwest, Giovanni Scorzo | Nominee

    2. The Infatuation
       The Best Restaurants In Scottsdale

    3. Eater Phoenix
       The 38 Best Restaurants in Phoenix

    
    

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    • 8880 E Via Linda, Scottsdale, AZ | Scottsdale
    • Website
    • Instagram

14. • Jenna Leurquin Patisserie 75

    • Authentic French Patisserie
    
    

    1. 2023 James Beard Awards
       Outstanding Bakery | Semifinalist

    2. Phoenix New Times
       Best of Phoenix 2024 | Best Pastries

    3. Phoenix New Times
       Best of Phoenix 2025 | Best Pastries

    
    

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    • 4700 N Central Ave, Unit 121, Phoenix, AZ | Uptown
    • Website
    • Instagram

15. • Course Restaurant 75

    • Refined Prix-Fixe
    
    

    1. 2025 James Beard Awards
       Outstanding Pastry Chef or Baker, Antonia Kane | Semifinalist

    2. 2025 James Beard Awards
       Best Chef: Southwest, Cory Oppold | Semifinalist

    3. Phoenix New Times
       Top 100 Restaurants

    
    

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    • 7366 E Shea Blvd, Unit 106, Scottsdale, AZ | Scottsdale
    • Website
    • Instagram

16. • Glai Baan 75

    • Intimate Thai (Isan) Restaurant
    
    

    1. USA Today
       Restaurants of the Year 2024

    2. Phoenix New Times
       Top 100 Restaurants

    3. Phoenix Magazine
       Top 100 Dishes of Arizona | Beef Panang

    
    

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    • 2333 E Osborn Rd, Phoenix, AZ | Midtown
    • Website
    • Instagram

17. • Carry On 75

    • Immersive Cocktail Bar
    
    

    1. Imbibe Magazine
       Where to Drink in Phoenix

    2. Eater Phoenix
       The Best Bars in Phoenix

    3. Phoenix New Times
       The Top 100 Bars in Phoenix

    
    

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    • 2 N Central Ave, Ste 101, Phoenix, AZ | Central
    • Website
    • Instagram

18. • Espiritu 73

    • Inventive Mexican Cocktail Bar/Restaurant
    
    

    1. Eater
       Best New Restaurants in America, 2022

    2. 2024 James Beard Awards
       Emerging Chef, Roberto Centeno | Semifinalist

    3. AZ Central
       100 metro Phoenix essentials

    
    

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    • 123 Main St, Mesa, AZ | East Valley
    • Website
    • Instagram

19. • Shinbay 71

    • Reservation-Only Japanese Omakase
    
    

    1. 2022 James Beard Awards
       Outstanding Restaurant | Semifinalist

    2. Phoenix New Times
       Best of Phoenix 2024 | Best Japanese Restaurant

    3. The Infatuation
       The Best Restaurants In Scottsdale

    
    

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    • 3720 N Scottsdale Rd, Unit 201, Scottsdale, AZ | Scottsdale
    • Website
    • Instagram

20. • Latha 71

    • Contemporary Pan-African Restaurant
    
    

    1. The Infatuation
       The Best Restaurants In Phoenix

    2. Phoenix Magazine
       Top 100 Dishes of Arizona | Dayboat Moqueca

    3. Eater Phoenix
       The 38 Best Restaurants in Phoenix

    
    

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    • 628 E Adams St, Phoenix, AZ | Central
    • Website
    • Instagram

21. • Christopher's at Wrigley Mansion 70

    • Modern French Tasting
    
    

    1. Eater Phoenix
       The Best Bars in Phoenix

    2. Phoenix New Times
       Top 100 Restaurants

    3. Phoenix New Times
       Best of Phoenix 2024 | Best Restaurant Views

    
    

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    • 2501 E Telewa Trail, Phoenix, AZ | East
    • Website
    • Instagram

22. • Peixoto Coffee 70

    • Crop-to-Cup Brazilian Coffee Shop
    
    

    1. Phoenix New Times
       The 10 Best Coffee Shops in Phoenix

    2. Phoenix New Times
       Best of Phoenix 2024 | Best Coffee Roasters

    3. Phoenix New Times
       Best of Phoenix 2025 | Best Coffee Roasters

    
    

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    • 11 W Boston St, Unit 6, Chandler, AZ | East Valley
    • Website
    • Instagram

23. • Peixoto Coffee 70

    • Crop-to-Cup Brazilian Coffee Shop
    
    

    1. Phoenix New Times
       The 10 Best Coffee Shops in Phoenix

    2. Phoenix Magazine
       2025 Best of the Valley | Best Neighborhood Coffee Shop: East Valley

    3. Phoenix New Times
       Best of Phoenix 2024 | Best Coffee Roasters

    
    

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    • 3150 E Ray Rd, Unit 100, Gilbert, AZ | East Valley
    • Website
    • Instagram

24. • Case Study 70

    • Comfortable Coffee Shop
    
    

    1. AZ Central
       The ultimate guide to the best Phoenix cafes | Best Uptown Phoenix coffee shops for working or studying

    2. Phoenix Magazine
       2025 Best of the Valley | Best Breakfast Burrito

    3. Phoenix New Times
       Best of Phoenix 2025 | Best Coffee Flavors

    
    

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    • 4802 N 16th St, Phoenix, AZ | Uptown
    • Website
    • Instagram

25. • Bang Bang Coffee 70

    • Small Coffee Shop
    
    

    1. Phoenix New Times
       Best of Phoenix 2024 | Best New Coffeehouse

    2. Phoenix New Times
       The 10 Best Coffee Shops in Phoenix

    3. AZ Central
       The ultimate guide to the best Phoenix cafes | Best Midtown Phoenix coffee shops for curling up with a book

    
    

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    • 10 W Vernon Ave, Phoenix, AZ | Midtown
    • Website
    • Instagram

26. • Lon's at the Hermosa 70

    • Picturesque Arizonan Fine Dining
    
    

    1. Phoenix New Times
       The Top 100 Bars in Phoenix

    2. Phoenix New Times
       Top 100 Restaurants

    3. Phoenix New Times
       Best of Phoenix 2024 | Best Place to Treat Your Mom

    
    

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    • 5532 N Palo Cristi Rd, Paradise Valley, AZ | East
    • Website
    • Instagram

27. • The Fry Bread House 70

    • Classic Native American Fry Bread Shop
    
    

    1. Phoenix New Times
       Top 100 Restaurants

    2. AZ Central
       100 metro Phoenix essentials

    3. Phoenix New Times
       Best of Phoenix 2024 | Best Authentic Arizona Restaurant

    
    

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    • 4545 N 7th Ave, Phoenix, AZ | Midtown
    • Website
    • Instagram

28. • dialog 70

    • Abstract Coffee Shop
    
    

    1. Imbibe Magazine
       Where to Drink in Phoenix

    2. Phoenix New Times
       Top 100 Restaurants

    3. Phoenix New Times
       Best of Phoenix 2025 | Best Matcha

    
    

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    • 1001 N Central Ave, Phoenix, AZ | Central
    • Website
    • Instagram

29. • Pretty Penny 70

    • Neighborhood Restaurant/Cocktail Bar
    
    

    1. 2025 Spirited Awards
       Best New U.S. Cocktail Bar – U.S. West | Regional Top 10 Honoree

    2. Imbibe Magazine
       Where to Drink in Phoenix

    3. Phoenix Magazine
       Top 100 Dishes of Arizona | Octopus Tostada

    
    

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    • 509 E Roosevelt St, Phoenix, AZ | Central
    • Website
    • Instagram

30. • Mr. Baan’s Bar and Mookata 70

    • Fun Thai Bar/Mookata
    
    

    1. The New York Times
       The Restaurant List, 2024

    2. AZ Central
       Best bars in metro Phoenix

    3. Phoenix New Times
       Best of Phoenix 2024 | Best Cook-It-Yourself Restaurant

    
    

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    • 218 E Portland St, Unit B, Phoenix, AZ | Central
    • Website
    • Instagram

31. • Ta'carbon Mexican Grill 68

    • Classic Mexican (Sonoran) Taco Shop
    
    

    1. Phoenix New Times
       Top 100 Restaurants

    2. AZ Central
       100 metro Phoenix essentials

    3. Phoenix New Times
       Best of Phoenix 2024 | Best Carne Asada

    
    

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    • 5834 W Camelback Rd, Glendale, AZ | West Valley
    • Website
    • Instagram

32. • Window Coffee Bar 68

    • Modern-Hipster Coffee Shop
    
    

    1. Phoenix New Times
       The 10 Best Coffee Shops in Phoenix

    2. AZ Central
       The ultimate guide to the best Phoenix cafes | Best Uptown Phoenix coffee shops for working or studying

    3. Phoenix Magazine
       2025 Best of the Valley | Best Neighborhood Coffee Shop: Phoenix

    
    

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    • 903 W Camelback Rd, Phoenix, AZ | Uptown
    • Website
    • Instagram

33. • Feringhee Modern Indian Cuisine 68

    • Modern Indian Restaurant
    
    

    1. Foodist Awards
       Best World Flavor

    2. Phoenix Magazine
       Top 100 Dishes of Arizona | Pani Puri

    3. Eater Phoenix
       The 38 Best Restaurants in Phoenix

    
    

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    • 3491 W Frye Rd, Chandler, AZ | East Valley
    • Website
    • Instagram

34. • Barley & Smoke 68

    • Sultry Speakeasy
    
    

    1. Phoenix New Times
       Top 100 Restaurants

    2. AZ Central
       100 metro Phoenix essentials

    3. Phoenix Magazine
       Top 100 Dishes of Arizona | Pork Belly

    
    

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    • 10144 W Lake Pleasant Pkwy, Peoria, AZ | West Valley
    • Website
    • Instagram

35. • Sauvage 68

    • Chill Wine Bar
    
    

    1. Esquire
       The Best Bars in America 2024

    2. Eater Phoenix
       The Best Bars in Phoenix

    3. Phoenix New Times
       The Top 100 Bars in Phoenix

    
    

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    • 149 W McDowell Rd, Phoenix, AZ | Midtown
    • Website
    • Instagram

36. • Wren House Brewing 68

    • Cult European-Inspired Taproom
    
    

    1. AZ Central
       Best bars in metro Phoenix

    2. Phoenix New Times
       The Top 100 Bars in Phoenix

    3. Phoenix New Times
       Best of Phoenix 2025 | Best Brewery

    
    

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    • 2125 N 24th St, Phoenix, AZ | East
    • Website
    • Instagram

37. • Arizona Wilderness DTPHX 68

    • Delicious Arizonan Brewpub
    
    

    1. Phoenix New Times
       The Top 100 Bars in Phoenix

    2. AZ Central
       100 metro Phoenix essentials

    3. Foodist Awards
       Best Vegan Delight | Vegan Bahn Mi

    
    

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    • 201 E Roosevelt St, Phoenix, AZ | Central
    • Website
    • Instagram

38. • Barcoa Agaveria 68

    • Passionate Mexican (Sonoran) Agave Bar
    
    

    1. Imbibe Magazine
       Where to Drink in Phoenix

    2. Eater Phoenix
       The Best Bars in Phoenix

    3. Phoenix New Times
       Best of Phoenix 2024 | Best Tequila Bar

    
    

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    • 829 N 1st Ave, Phoenix, AZ | Central
    • Website
    • Instagram

39. • Hana Japanese Eatery 68

    • Family-Style Japanese Restaurant
    
    

    1. 2022 James Beard Awards
       Best Chef: Southwest, Lori Hashimoto | Semifinalist

    2. Phoenix New Times
       Top 100 Restaurants

    3. Phoenix Magazine
       Top 100 Dishes of Arizona | Honeymoon Shooter

    
    

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    • 5524 N 7th Ave, Phoenix, AZ | Uptown
    • Website
    • Instagram

40. • Kabob Grill N' Go 66

    • Magnetic Armenian/Mediterranean Kabob Shop
    
    

    1. The New York Times
       The Restaurant List, 2022

    2. Phoenix New Times
       Top 100 Restaurants

    3. Eater Phoenix
       The Most Iconic Dishes in Phoenix | Beef Barg

    
    

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    • 3050 N 16th St, Phoenix, AZ | Midtown
    • Website
    • Instagram

41. • Shimogamo 66

    • Upscale Japanese Restaurant
    
    

    1. Phoenix New Times
       Top 100 Restaurants

    2. Phoenix New Times
       Best of Phoenix 2025 | Best Japanese Restaurant

    3. Phoenix Magazine
       Top 100 Dishes of Arizona | Truffle Amberjack

    
    

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    • 2051 W Warner Rd, Unit 14, Chandler, AZ | East Valley
    • Website
    • Instagram

42. • Source 66

    • Neighborhood Mediterranean Restaurant
    
    

    1. Phoenix New Times
       Best of Phoenix 2024, Claudio Urciuoli | Best Chef

    2. Foodist Awards
       Best Dish in a Supporting Role | Voodoo Fried Rice

    3. Phoenix Magazine
       Top 100 Dishes of Arizona | New Orleans Shrimp and Grits

    
    

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    • 3150 E Ray Rd, Gilbert, AZ | East Valley
    • Website
    • Instagram

43. • Hidden Track Bottle Shop & Wine Bar 66

    • Chill Wine Bar
    
    

    1. AZ Central
       Best bars in metro Phoenix

    2. Phoenix New Times
       Best of Phoenix 2024 | Best Place to Take a Wine Geek

    3. Phoenix New Times
       Best of Phoenix 2025 | Best Wine Bar

    
    

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    • 4700 N 12th St, Unit 118, Phoenix, AZ | Uptown
    • Website
    • Instagram

44. • Tacos Chiwas 66

    • Casual Mexican (Chihuahuan) Taco Shop
    
    

    1. Phoenix New Times
       Top 100 Restaurants

    2. Phoenix New Times
       Best of Phoenix 2024 | Best Gorditas

    3. The Infatuation
       The Best Restaurants In Phoenix

    
    

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    • 1028 E Indian School Rd, Phoenix, AZ | Midtown
    • Website
    • Instagram

45. • Sidewinder 66

    • Trendy Dive Bar
    
    

    1. Phoenix New Times
       The Top 100 Bars in Phoenix

    2. Phoenix New Times
       Best of Phoenix 2024 | Best Trendy Diner

    3. Phoenix New Times
       Best of Phoenix 2025 | Best Trendy Diner

    
    

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    • 924 E Roosevelt St, Phoenix, AZ | Central
    • Website
    • Instagram

46. • The Ends 66

    • Upscale Global Restaurant
    
    

    1. Phoenix New Times
       Best of Phoenix 2025 | Best Restaurant

    2. Phoenix New Times
       Top 100 Restaurants

    3. Phoenix Magazine
       2025 Best of the Valley | Best Mocktail: Smartest Cocktail in the Room

    
    

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    • 7137 E Stetson Dr, Scottsdale, AZ | Scottsdale
    • Website
    • Instagram

47. • Urban Cookies Bakeshop 66

    • Tiny Bakery
    
    

    1. Phoenix New Times
       Best of Phoenix 2024 | Best Cookies

    2. Phoenix New Times
       Best of Phoenix 2025 | Best Cookies

    3. Eater Phoenix
       The Best Bakeries in Phoenix, Arizona

    
    

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    • 2325 N 7th St, Phoenix, AZ | Midtown
    • Website
    • Instagram

48. • Mister Pio 66

    • Casual Peruvian Rotisserie
    
    

    1. Eater
       The Best New Restaurants in America in 2025

    2. Phoenix New Times
       Top 100 Restaurants

    3. Phoenix New Times
       Best of Phoenix 2025 | Best French Fries

    
    

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    • 4502 E Thomas Rd, Phoenix, AZ | East
    • Website
    • Instagram

49. • Little Miss BBQ - University 66

    • Popular Central Texas-Style BBQ Shop
    
    

    1. AZ Central
       100 metro Phoenix essentials

    2. Phoenix New Times
       Best of Phoenix 2025 | Best Barbecue

    3. Phoenix New Times
       Best of Phoenix 2024 | Best Barbecue

    
    

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    • 4301 E University Dr, Phoenix, AZ | South
    • Website
    • Instagram

50. • First & Last 66

    • Neighborhood Restaurant
    
    

    1. Phoenix Magazine
       2025 Best of the Valley | Sandwich shop

    2. Phoenix New Times
       Best of Phoenix 2025 | Best Sandwiches

    3. Phoenix Magazine
       Top 100 Dishes of Arizona | Robb's Clams

    
    

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    • 1001 N 3rd Ave, Ste 1, Phoenix, AZ | Central
    • Website
    • Instagram

51. • Buck & Rider 66

    • Stellar Seafood Restaurant
    
    

    1. Phoenix New Times
       Best of Phoenix 2024 | Best Happy Hour

    2. Foodist Awards
       Best Dish in a Supporting Role | Voodoo Fried Rice

    3. Phoenix Magazine
       Top 100 Dishes of Arizona | New Orleans Shrimp and Grits

    
    

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    • 4225 E Camelback Rd, Phoenix, AZ | East
    • Website
    • Instagram

52. • Sottise 66

    • Unpretentious French Restaurant
    
    

    1. Phoenix New Times
       Top 100 Restaurants

    2. Phoenix New Times
       Best of Phoenix 2025 | Best Date Night Restaurant

    3. The Infatuation
       The Best Restaurants In Phoenix

    
    

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    • 1025 N 2nd St, Phoenix, AZ | Central
    • Website
    • Instagram

53. • Bad Jimmy's 66

    • Rebellious Burger Shop
    
    

    1. Phoenix New Times
       Top 100 Restaurants

    2. AZ Central
       100 metro Phoenix essentials

    3. Phoenix New Times
       Best of Phoenix 2025 | Best Smashburgers

    
    

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    • 108 E Pierce St, Phoenix, AZ | Central
    • Website
    • Instagram

54. • The Stockyards Arizona’s Original Steakhouse 66

    • Old-Timey Western Steakhouse
    
    

    1. Phoenix New Times
       Top 100 Restaurants

    2. Phoenix New Times
       Best of Phoenix 2025 | Best Historic Restaurant

    3. Phoenix New Times
       Best of Phoenix 2024 | Best Steakhouse

    
    

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    • 5009 E Washington St, Phoenix, AZ | East
    • Website
    • Instagram

55. • Kid Sister 66

    • Intimate European-Inspired Wine Bar
    
    

    1. 2025 James Beard Awards
       Best New Bar | Semifinalist

    2. AZ Central
       100 metro Phoenix essentials

    3. Phoenix New Times
       Best of Phoenix 2025 | Best Small Plates

    
    

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    • 4810 N 7th St, Phoenix, AZ | Uptown
    • Website
    • Instagram

56. • Greenwood Brewing 65

    • Delightful Taproom
    
    

    1. Imbibe Magazine
       Where to Drink in Phoenix

    2. Phoenix New Times
       The Top 100 Bars in Phoenix

    3. Phoenix New Times
       Best of Phoenix 2025 | Best Unusual Beer: Mango Lassi

    
    

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    • 425 E Roosevelt St, Phoenix, AZ | Central
    • Website
    • Instagram

57. • Arizona Wilderness Brewing Co 65

    • Delicious Arizonan Brewpub
    
    

    1. AZ Central
       Best bars in metro Phoenix

    2. AZ Central
       100 metro Phoenix essentials

    3. Foodist Awards
       Best Vegan Delight | Vegan Bahn Mi

    
    

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    • 721 N. Arizona Ave Gilbert, AZ | East Valley
    • Website
    • Instagram

58. • Happy Baos 65

    • Traditional Chinese (Northern) Bao Shop
    
    

    1. Phoenix New Times
       Top 100 Restaurants

    2. Phoenix New Times
       Best of Phoenix 2025 | Best Dumplings

    3. Phoenix New Times
       Best of Phoenix 2024 | Best Dumplings

    
    

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    • 66 S Dobson Rd, Unit 112, Mesa, AZ | East Valley
    • Website
    • Instagram

59. • All Pierogi Kitchen 65

    • Authentic Ukranian Restaurant
    
    

    1. Phoenix New Times
       Top 100 Restaurants

    2. Phoenix New Times
       Best of Phoenix 2024 | Best Eastern European Restaurant

    3. Phoenix New Times
       Best of Phoenix 2025 | Best Eastern European Restaurant

    
    

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    • 1245 W Baseline Rd, Unit 101-103, Mesa, AZ | East Valley
    • Website
    • Instagram

60. • Testal Mexican Kitchen 65

    • Authentic Mexican (Sonoran) Taco Shop
    
    

    1. 2023 James Beard Awards
       Best Chef: Southwest, Fernando Hernández | Semifinalist

    2. Phoenix New Times
       Top 100 Restaurants

    3. Phoenix New Times
       Best of Phoenix 2024 | Best Chihuahuan Food

    
    

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    • 1325 Grand Ave, Ste 1, Phoenix, AZ | Central
    • Website
    • Instagram

61. • Great Wall Cuisine 65

    • Old-School Chinese (Cantonese) Restaurant
    
    

    1. Phoenix New Times
       Best of Phoenix 2024 | Best Dim Sum

    2. Phoenix New Times
       Best of Phoenix 2025 | Best Dim Sum

    3. Eater Phoenix
       The 38 Best Restaurants in Phoenix

    
    

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    • 3446 W Camelback Rd, Unit 155, Phoenix, AZ | West Valley
    • Website
    • Instagram

62. • CC's On Central 65

    • Cozy Southern Restaurant
    
    

    1. Phoenix New Times
       Top 100 Restaurants

    2. Phoenix New Times
       Best of Phoenix 2024 | Best Southern Food

    3. Eater Phoenix
       The 38 Best Restaurants in Phoenix

    
    

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    • 2800 N Central Ave, Ste A100, Phoenix, AZ | Midtown
    • Website
    • Instagram

63. • Sizzle Korean Barbecue 65

    • Authentic Korean BBQ
    
    

    1. Phoenix New Times
       Top 100 Restaurants

    2. Phoenix New Times
       Best of Phoenix 2025 | Best Korean Barbecue

    3. Phoenix New Times
       Best of Phoenix 2024 | Best Korean Barbecue

    
    

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    • 3720 N Scottsdale Rd, Unit 200, Scottsdale, AZ | Scottsdale
    • Website
    • Instagram

64. • Gracie's Tax Bar 65

    • Alternative Dive Bar
    
    

    1. Imbibe Magazine
       Where to Drink in Phoenix

    2. Eater Phoenix
       The Best Bars in Phoenix

    3. AZ Central
       Best bars in metro Phoenix

    
    

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    • 711 N 7th Ave, Phoenix, AZ | Central
    • Website
    • Instagram

65. • Tacos veganos 65

    • Staple Mexican Vegan Taco Shop
    
    

    1. Phoenix New Times
       Top 100 Restaurants

    2. Phoenix Magazine
       2025 Best of the Valley | Best Vegan Tamales

    3. Phoenix New Times
       Best of Phoenix 2024 | Best Vegan Mexican Food

    
    

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    • 3301 E Indian School Rd, Phoenix, AZ | East
    • Website
    • Instagram

66. • SugarJam 65

    • Buttery Southern Brunch Shop
    
    

    1. Phoenix New Times
       Top 100 Restaurants

    2. Phoenix New Times
       Best of Phoenix 2024 | Best Brunch

    3. Phoenix New Times
       Best of Phoenix 2025 | Best Brunch

    
    

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    • 15111 N Hayden Rd, Unit 170, Scottsdale, AZ | Scottsdale
    • Website
    • Instagram

67. • Cibo Pizzeria 65

    • Charming Italian Pizza Shop
    
    

    1. Phoenix New Times
       Top 100 Restaurants

    2. AZ Central
       100 metro Phoenix essentials

    3. Phoenix New Times
       Best of Phoenix 2024 | Best Restaurant Patio

    
    

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    • 603 N Fifth Ave, Phoenix, AZ | Central
    • Website
    • Instagram

68. • City of Spice 65

    • Authentic Indian/Pakistani Restaurant
    
    

    1. Phoenix Magazine
       2025 Best of the Valley | Best Chai High

    2. Phoenix New Times
       Best of Phoenix 2024 | Best Halal Restaurant

    3. Eater Phoenix
       The 38 Best Restaurants in Phoenix

    
    

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    • 2945 E Bell Rd, Phoenix, AZ | North
    • Website
    • Instagram

69. • Rough Rider 65

    • Contemporary Modern American SpeakeasyRestaurant
    
    

    1. Imbibe Magazine
       Where to Drink in Phoenix

    2. Phoenix New Times
       Top 100 Restaurants

    3. Phoenix New Times
       Best of Phoenix 2025 | Best Matcha

    
    

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    • 1001 N Central Ave, Phoenix, AZ | Central
    • Website
    • Instagram

70. • Tía Carmen 63

    • Classy Southwestern/Mexican Hotel Restaurant
    
    

    1. Foodist Awards
       Top Chef, Angelo Sosa

    2. Phoenix New Times
       Top 100 Restaurants

    3. Phoenix Magazine
       Top 100 Dishes of Arizona | Chili Crab

    
    

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    • 5350 E Marriott Dr, Phoenix, AZ | North
    • Website
    • Instagram

71. • Vayals Indian Kitchen 63

    • Authentic Indian Restaurant
    
    

    1. Phoenix New Times
       Top 100 Restaurants

    2. Phoenix New Times
       Best of Phoenix 2025 | Best Neighborhood Indian Restaurant

    3. Phoenix Magazine
       2025 Best of the Valley | Best Indian CuisineL: Phoenix

    
    

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    • 507 W Thomas Rd, Phoenix, AZ | Midtown
    • Website
    • Instagram

72. • Pizzeria Bianco 63

    • Famed Pizza Shop
    
    

    1. AZ Central
       100 metro Phoenix essentials

    2. Phoenix Magazine
       Top 100 Dishes of Arizona | Francesca's Meatball Sandwich

    3. Phoenix Magazine
       Top 100 Dishes of Arizona | Rosa

    
    

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    • 623 E Adams St, Phoenix, AZ | Central
    • Website
    • Instagram

73. • FnB 63

    • Creative American Restaurant
    
    

    1. Phoenix New Times
       Top 100 Restaurants

    2. Phoenix New Times
       Best of Phoenix 2024 | Best Arizona Wine Selection

    3. Eater Phoenix
       The 38 Best Restaurants in Phoenix

    
    

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    • 7125 E 5th Ave Unit 31 Scottsdale, AZ | Scottsdale
    • Website
    • Instagram

74. • Pizzeria Bianco 63

    • Famed Pizzeria
    
    

    1. Phoenix New Times
       Top 100 Restaurants

    2. AZ Central
       100 metro Phoenix essentials

    3. Phoenix Magazine
       Top 100 Dishes of Arizona | Rosa

    
    

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    • 4743 N 20th St, Phoenix, AZ | East
    • Website
    • Instagram

75. • pa'la wood-fired cooking 63

    • Artsy Italian Restaurant
    
    

    1. Foodist Awards
       Exceptional Culinary Experience

    2. Phoenix New Times
       Top 100 Restaurants

    3. Phoenix Magazine
       Top 100 Dishes of Arizona | Navarro Grain Bowl

    
    

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    • 2107 N 24th St, Phoenix, AZ | East
    • Website
    • Instagram

76. • Casa Corazon Restaurant 63

    • Gourmet Mexican Restaurant
    
    

    1. Eater Phoenix
       The Most Iconic Dishes in Phoenix | Chiles en Nogada

    2. Phoenix Magazine
       Top 100 Dishes of Arizona | Enchiladas in Beet Sauce

    3. Eater Phoenix
       The 38 Best Restaurants in Phoenix

    
    

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    • 2637 N 16th St, Phoenix, AZ | Midtown
    • Website
    • Instagram

77. • Cider Corps 61

    • Beloved Cider Bar
    
    

    1. AZ Central
       Best bars in metro Phoenix

    2. Phoenix New Times
       The Top 100 Bars in Phoenix

    3. Phoenix New Times
       Top 100 Restaurants

    
    

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    • 31 S Robson, Unit 103, Mesa, AZ | East Valley
    • Website
    • Instagram

78. • 1912 61

    • Comfy Southwest Speakeasy
    
    

    1. Esquire
       The Best New Restaurants in America 2022 | #17

    2. Phoenix New Times
       Top 100 Restaurants

    3. AZ Central
       100 metro Phoenix essentials

    
    

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    • 4130 N 7th Ave, Phoenix, AZ | Midtown
    • Website
    • Instagram

79. • The Dirty Drummer 61

    • Casual Dive Bar/Venue
    
    

    1. AZ Central
       Best bars in metro Phoenix

    2. Phoenix New Times
       The Top 100 Bars in Phoenix

    3. Phoenix New Times
       Best of Phoenix 2025 | Best Bar Food

    
    

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    • 2303 N 44th St, Phoenix, AZ | East
    • Website
    • Instagram

80. • Tratto 61

    • Elevated Italian Trattoria
    
    

    1. Phoenix New Times
       Top 100 Restaurants

    2. AZ Central
       100 metro Phoenix essentials

    3. Phoenix Magazine
       Top 100 Dishes of Arizona | Rosa

    
    

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    • 4743 N 20th St, Phoenix, AZ | East
    • Website
    • Instagram

81. • Thai Recipe Bistro 61

    • Authentic Thai Bistro
    
    

    1. AZ Central
       100 metro Phoenix essentials

    2. Phoenix Magazine
       2025 Best of the Valley | Thai Restaurant

    3. Phoenix Magazine
       Top 100 Dishes of Arizona | Khao Soi

    
    

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    • 2234 N 7th St, Unit 105, Phoenix, AZ | Midtown
    • Website
    • Instagram

82. • Tacos Chiwas 61

    • Casual Mexican (Chihuahuan) Taco Shop
    
    

    1. Phoenix Magazine
       2025 Best of the Valley | Best Gorditas

    2. Phoenix Magazine
       Top 100 Dishes of Arizona | Chiwas Taco

    3. Eater Phoenix
       The 38 Best Restaurants in Phoenix

    
    

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    • 127 W Main St, Mesa, AZ | East Valley
    • Website
    • Instagram

83. • Old Town Taste 61

    • Authentic Chinese Restaurant
    
    

    1. Phoenix New Times
       Top 100 Restaurants

    2. Phoenix New Times
       Best of Phoenix 2024 | Best Traditional Chinese Restaurant

    3. Phoenix Magazine
       Top 100 Dishes of Arizona | Congqing-Style Spicy Chicken

    
    

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    • 1845 E Broadway Rd, Tempe, AZ | East Valley
    • Website
    • Instagram

84. • Fat Ox 61

    • Chic Italian Restaurant
    
    

    1. Phoenix New Times
       Top 100 Restaurants

    2. Phoenix Magazine
       2025 Best of the Valley | Italian

    3. The Infatuation
       The Best Restaurants In Scottsdale

    
    

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    • 6316 N Scottsdale Rd, Scottsdale, AZ | Scottsdale
    • Website
    • Instagram

85. • Chula Seafood 61

    • Fresh Fish Market/Restaurant
    
    

    1. Phoenix New Times
       Top 100 Restaurants

    2. Foodist Awards
       Standout Signature Dish | Thai Peanut Poke Bowl

    3. Phoenix Magazine
       Top 100 Dishes of Arizona | Green Chile Tuna Melt

    
    

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    • 8015 E Roosevelt St, Scottsdale, AZ | Scottsdale
    • Website
    • Instagram

86. • Uchi 61

    • Non-Traditional Japanese Sushi Shop
    
    

    1. Phoenix New Times
       Top 100 Restaurants

    2. Phoenix New Times
       Best of Phoenix 2024 | Best Place to Take a Foodie

    3. The Infatuation
       The Best Restaurants In Scottsdale

    
    

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    • 3821 N Scottsdale Rd, Scottsdale, AZ | Scottsdale
    • Website
    • Instagram

87. • Citizen Public House 61

    • Exceptional American Restaurant
    
    

    1. Phoenix New Times
       Top 100 Restaurants

    2. Phoenix New Times
       Best of Phoenix 2025 | Best Salad: The Original Chopped Salad

    3. The Infatuation
       The Best Restaurants In Scottsdale

    
    

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    • 7111 E 5th Ave, Unit E, Scottsdale, AZ | Scottsdale
    • Website
    • Instagram

88. • Beginner's Luck 61

    • Winsome All-Day Restaurant
    
    

    1. 2025 James Beard Awards
       Best Chef: Southwest, Bernie Kantak | Semifinalist

    2. AZ Central
       100 metro Phoenix essentials

    3. Phoenix Magazine
       Top 100 Dishes of Arizona | Lucky 7 Cereal Bowl

    
    

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    • 7240 E Main St, Ste C100, Scottsdale, AZ | Scottsdale
    • Website
    • Instagram

89. • Kobalt Bar 61

    • Drag-Forward Gay Bar
    
    

    1. AZ Central
       Best bars in metro Phoenix

    2. Phoenix New Times
       The Top 100 Bars in Phoenix

    3. Phoenix Magazine
       2025 Best of the Valley | Best Place to Mingle in a Sea of Drag Queens

    
    

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    • 3110 N Central Ave, Phoenix, AZ | Midtown
    • Website
    • Instagram

90. • Huarachis Taqueria 61

    • Vibrant Mexican (Sonoran) Taqueria
    
    

    1. 2025 Spirited Awards
       Best U.S. Restaurant Bar – U.S. West | Regional Top 10 Honoree

    2. Phoenix New Times
       Top 100 Restaurants

    3. AZ Central
       100 metro Phoenix essentials

    
    

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    • 814 N Central Ave, Phoenix, AZ | Central
    • Website
    • Instagram

91. • Stoop Kid 61

    • Bodega-Style American Bagel/Burger Shop
    
    

    1. Phoenix New Times
       Best of Phoenix 2024 | Best Hamburgers

    2. The Infatuation
       The Best Restaurants In Phoenix

    3. Eater Phoenix
       The 38 Best Restaurants in Phoenix

    
    

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    • 901 North 1st Street, Phoenix, AZ | Central
    • Website
    • Instagram

92. • Chula Seafood 60

    • Fresh Fish Market/Restaurant
    
    

    1. Foodist Awards
       Standout Signature Dish | Thai Peanut Poke Bowl

    2. Phoenix Magazine
       Top 100 Dishes of Arizona | Green Chile Tuna Melt

    3. Eater Phoenix
       The 38 Best Restaurants in Phoenix

    
    

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    • 100 E Camelback Rd, Unit 172, Phoenix, AZ | Uptown
    • Website
    • Instagram

93. • First Draft Book Bar 60

    • Bookstore Coffee Shop/Bar
    
    

    1. Phoenix New Times
       Top 100 Restaurants

    2. Phoenix New Times
       The Top 100 Bars in Phoenix

    3. Phoenix New Times
       Best of Phoenix 2025 | Best Restaurant With a Little Bit of Everything

    
    

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    • 300 W Camelback Rd, Phoenix, AZ | Uptown
    • Website
    • Instagram

94. • The Wandering Tortoise 60

    • Expansive Beer Bar
    
    

    1. Eater Phoenix
       The Best Bars in Phoenix

    2. AZ Central
       Best bars in metro Phoenix

    3. Phoenix New Times
       The Top 100 Bars in Phoenix

    
    

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    • 2417 E Indian School Rd, Phoenix, AZ | East
    • Website
    • Instagram

95. • Mariscos Playa Hermosa 60

    • Festive Mexican Seafood Restaurant
    
    

    1. Phoenix New Times
       Top 100 Restaurants

    2. Phoenix New Times
       Best of Phoenix 2024 | Best Mariscos

    3. Eater Phoenix
       The 38 Best Restaurants in Phoenix

    
    

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    • 1605 E Garfield St, Phoenix, AZ | Central
    • Website
    • Instagram

96. • THE STONE Tofu House 60

    • Authentic Korean Restaurant
    
    

    1. Phoenix New Times
       Top 100 Restaurants

    2. Phoenix New Times
       Best of Phoenix 2025 | Best Korean Restaurant

    3. Eater Phoenix
       The 38 Best Restaurants in Phoenix

    
    

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    • 1870 W Main St, Mesa, AZ | East Valley
    • Website
    • Instagram

97. • Origami Ramen Bar 60

    • Cozy Japanese Ramen Shop
    
    

    1. Phoenix New Times
       Top 100 Restaurants

    2. AZ Central
       100 metro Phoenix essentials

    3. Phoenix New Times
       Best of Phoenix 2024 | Best Ramen

    
    

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    • 4810 E Ray Rd, Unit A-1, Phoenix, AZ | East Valley
    • Website
    • Instagram

98. • Caldwell County BBQ 60

    • Terrific Texas-Style BBQ Shop
    
    

    1. Phoenix New Times
       Top 100 Restaurants

    2. AZ Central
       100 metro Phoenix essentials

    3. Phoenix New Times
       Best of Phoenix 2025 | Best Expansion

    
    

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    • 18324 E Nunneley Rd, Gilbert, AZ | East Valley
    • Website
    • Instagram

99. • Pho 43 60

    • Tiny Vietnamese Pho Shop
    
    

    1. AZ Central
       100 metro Phoenix essentials

    2. Phoenix New Times
       Best of Phoenix 2025 | Best Pho

    3. Eater Phoenix
       The 38 Best Restaurants in Phoenix

    
    

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    • 2844 N 43rd Ave, Phoenix, AZ | West Valley
    • Website
    • Instagram

100. • Hai Noon 58

     • Intimate Japanese(ish) Restaurant
     
     

     1. Eater Phoenix
        The Most Iconic Dishes in Phoenix | Sashimi Spoons

     2. Phoenix Magazine
        Top 100 Dishes of Arizona | Sashimi Spoons

     3. Eater Phoenix
        The 38 Best Restaurants in Phoenix

     
     

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     • 7017 E McDowell Rd, Scottsdale, AZ | Scottsdale
     • Website
     • Instagram