The Top 100 Places to Eat and Drink in Phoenix

  1. Rank 1. KAI

    American

    Chef Drew Anderson sources saguaro fruit, tepary beans, and wild sumac from the Sonoran Desert and Gila River Community lands to build an ambitious tasting menu that filters indigenous ingredients through global fine-dining technique. It's an intimate, rooted experience where cactus key lime pie and buffalo with saguaro syrup sit alongside dishes that feel both deeply local and expansively creative.


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    5594 W Wild Horse Pass Blvd, Phoenix, AZ · Chandler
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    1514 N 7th Ave, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  3. Rank 3. Little Rituals

    Cocktail Bar

    Ascend to this fourth-floor hotel bar where a metal beaded curtain announces your arrival at a glittering den of upholstered luxury, and order a cocktail from a menu illustrated like a picture book with drinks you won't find elsewhere. The sophisticated crowd here ranges from hotel guests to locals making a night of it, and the bar snacks run from small bites to proper meals.


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    132 S Central Ave, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  4. Rank 3. Carry On

    Cocktail Bar

    Step into a meticulously designed 1970s first-class cabin where flight attendants in vintage uniforms serve martinis and roving beverage carts dispense cocktails crafted by award-winning bartender Jax Donahue, all while the city vanishes from the cabin windows. It's an immersive splurge that requires advance reservations and a willingness to suspend disbelief—think Mad Men luxury without the turbulence.


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    2 N Central Ave, Ste 101, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  5. Chef Cory Oppold's stripped-down fine-dining room sits anonymously in a Scottsdale strip mall, but the tasting menu inside is where he stakes his claim after years working some of the Valley's best kitchens. Expect five courses on weeknights or eight on weekends, with small bites that shift with the seasons.


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    7366 E Shea Blvd, Unit 106, Scottsdale, AZ · Scottsdale
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    1 W Jefferson St, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  7. Platform 18 at Century Grand recreates the interior of a Prohibition-era Presidential train car with wood paneling and digital windows showing mountain vistas, making it easy to forget you're in downtown Phoenix. The bar specializes in reimagined classic cocktails and original drinks inspired by 1920s New York—try the Film Star, a Vesper variation with olive oil-washed gin and lemon Lillet served with orange and thyme caramel corn, though you'll need a reservation to board.


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    3626 E Indian School Rd, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  8. Rank 5. Tell Your Friends

    Cocktail Bar

    Descend into this velvet-draped speakeasy beneath The Americano for cocktails that blend unexpected flavors—chile liqueur with goat cheese, vanilla pudding stirred into spirits—while live musicians set the mood. It's a splashy, gold-trimmed kind of place where the drinks are inventive and the bill reflects the glamorous underground atmosphere.


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    17797 N Scottsdale Rd, Scottsdale, AZ · Scottsdale
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  9. Rank 9. Valentine

    Southwestern

    A cozy Melrose spot in a midcentury furniture store where chef Nico Zades builds the entire menu around Arizona ingredients—Sonoran wheat pretzels with guinea hen butter, elote pasta with local cheese, grass-fed beef at brunch. The adjacent Bar 1912 speakeasy leans into the same hyperlocal obsession with cocktails built on foraged pine liqueur and Arizona-sourced spirits, all served in a sophisticated but entirely unsnobby room.


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    4130 N 7th Ave, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  10. Rank 9. Lom Wong

    Regional Thai

    In a black bungalow downtown, Lom Wong serves northern Thai food rooted in owner Yotaka Martin's childhood in Chiang Rai—hand-pounded curry pastes, charcoal-grilled sausage, and dishes meant for sharing. Boozy cocktails spiked with fish sauce and rose water pair beautifully with the bold, layered flavors.


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    218 E Portland St, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  11. A white-tablecloth Southwestern restaurant in a tucked-away Paradise Valley inn, Lon's commands views of ruddy mountains from its broad patio and a stellar bar, with seasonal menus that might bring parsnip ravioli with elk shank ragout or buttered prawns in red curry coconut milk. The weekend brunch is the move—huevos rancheros and a yeasty monkey bread loaded with cream, caramel and chocolate that could be a meal on its own.


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    5532 N Palo Cristi Rd, Paradise Valley, AZ · Paradise Valley
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    7575 E Princess Dr, Scottsdale, AZ · Scottsdale
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    6106 S 32nd St, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  14. Rank 11. T. Cooks

    Mediterranean


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    5200 E Camelback Rd, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  15. Rank 11. Kid Sister

    Wine Bar

    Kid Sister is an intimate wine bar on Seventh Street where Progress alumni and friends have created a vibrant, airy neo-bistro inspired by travels across Europe and the U.S. The condensed, evolving wine list offers plenty by the glass alongside chef Isaac Mendoza's small bites, and don't sleep on their spritzes.


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    4810 N 7th St, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  16. Rank 11. Indibar

    Modern Indian

    Chefs Nigel Lobo and Ajay Singh have brought fine dining technique to Indian cuisine in a sleek desert-modern dining room with an eye-catching Art Deco bar, and their butter chicken alone—tender, char-grilled, bathed in complex cream—justifies the white-glove service. Modern presentations of street food classics sit alongside regional dishes like Kerala-style branzino wrapped in banana leaf, while the pastry and bar teams riff on nostalgic Indian flavors with equal ambition.


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    6208 N Scottsdale Rd, Paradise Valley, AZ · Paradise Valley
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    11111 N 7th St Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  18. Rank 11. Chilte

    Modern Mexican

    LT Smith and Aseret Arroyo run this modern Mexican restaurant in a converted motor lodge on Grand Avenue with a swagger that matches the food—birria stuffed into hand-pressed squid ink tortillas, mole de la casa, grasshopper quesadillas. The seasonal menu and frequent chef collaborations reward repeat visits from people who take their eating seriously but refuse to take themselves too seriously.


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    765 Grand Ave, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  19. Rank 19. Pretty Penny

    International

    A sleek Roosevelt Row dining room draped in forest green where two bartenders known for rowdy nightlife pivoted to cooking serious food—think hamachi al pastor and orecchiette with charred-tomato bolognese, plus caviar service if you're splurging. The cocktails (charred tomato martini, passionfruit negroni) are built to match the boldness on the plate, making this an upscale celebration of a meal.


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    509 E Roosevelt St, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  20. Rank 19. Huarachis Taqueria

    Sonoran Mexican

    Under the electric pink glow of its neon sign, this casual Sonoran spot serves family-style platters of charred meats—ribeye, roasted chicken, carnitas—with an abundance of sides meant for sharing and tucking into soft tortillas. Chef René Andrade's approach balances earnest technique with playfulness, backed by shareable snacks like loaded asada fries and one of Phoenix's more inventive cocktail programs.


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    814 N Central Ave, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  21. A converted warehouse on First Avenue houses two agave-focused bars run by the Phoenix food-festival producer David Tyda: the energetic main-level cantina opens onto a patio where you can sip mezcal cocktails among local artists' work, while the basement bar downstairs trades volume for intimacy and an encyclopedic selection of spirits. Provecho food truck camps outside if you want tacos with your tequila.


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    829 N 1st Ave, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  22. A casual burger joint in Scottsdale that borrows In-N-Out's stripped-down playbook but trades it for higher-end beef and a taco menu that justifies the upgrade in price. Most dishes hit hard enough to make you a regular, even if a few menu items don't quite earn their place.


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    3996 N Alma School Rd, Scottsdale, AZ · Scottsdale
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  23. Rank 19. Tacos Chiwas

    Chihuahuan Mexican


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    127 W Main St, Mesa, AZ · Mesa
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    5834 W Camelback Rd, Glendale, AZ · Glendale
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    814 N Central Ave, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  26. Rank 19. Tacos Chiwas

    Chihuahua-style Mexican

    A husband-and-wife operation that started as a tight counter serving Chihuahua-style street food and has grown into a proper local chain without losing its edge. The barbacoa and pastor tacos are the ones to order, though the rajas quesadilla—spicy enough to make you crave horchata—proves they're equally skilled with everything else on the menu.


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    1028 E Indian School Rd, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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    34422 N Scottsdale Rd, Ste 160, Scottsdale, AZ · Scottsdale
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    20581 N Hayden Rd, Unit 100, Scottsdale, AZ · Scottsdale
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  29. Rank 27. Melindas Alley

    Cocktail Bar

    Duck into the alley beside the Renaissance Downtown and descend into a crimson cocktail lounge that swallows all other colors whole, its low velvet seating and rotating chalkboard of drink specials designed for lingering. Open just two nights a week, this moody basement spot rewards the effort to find it with glamorous coupe glasses and the sense that you've stumbled onto something truly private.


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    50 E Adams St, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  30. A moody Roosevelt Row cocktail lounge decorated with beautifully smutty polaroids shot inside the bar—a cheeky visual joke that somehow feels democratic rather than sleazy. The veteran mixologists behind the counter match the playful irreverence with inventive, experimental drinks that taste like intimate treats.


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    922 N 6th St, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  31. Rank 27. Little Miss BBQ - University

    Texas-style Barbecue

    You'll stand in line with your nose in the smoke, watching the menu board get taped over as items sell out, then order your meat from the counter guy before moving on to sides that range from mac and cheese to jalapeño cheddar grits. This casual Texas Hill Country-style barbecue shop run by competitive pitmasters does straightforward, top-tier brisket, pulled pork, and butter-soft beef short ribs on weekends.


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    4301 E University Dr, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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    8015 E Roosevelt St, Scottsdale, AZ · Scottsdale
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  33. Rank 27. Bacanora

    Sonoran Mexican

    Rene Andrade mans the grill alone at this bare-bones Sonoran spot, rotating a tight menu of mesquite-charred beef, grilled octopus, and shrimp aguachiles that nod to his childhood street food while reflecting years in fine dining kitchens. His caramelo—a crisp flour tortilla layered with melted cheese and impossibly rich carne asada—is the kind of plate that lingers in your head long after.


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    1301 NW Grand Ave, Unit 1, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  34. Chef Bernie Kantak's Citizen Public House trades the fanciness its name suggests for a relaxed dining room where classic American cooking gets a savory edge—think crispy sesame pork belly and scallops that actually shine. The Original Chopped Salad is popular enough to have its own Facebook following, and the whole operation has the ease of a place where the staff genuinely seem to like what they do.


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    7111 E 5th Ave, Unit E, Scottsdale, AZ · Scottsdale
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  35. Rank 27. Mister Pio

    Peruvian

    Smoke from an enormous rotisserie oven fills this small, modern counter spot the moment you walk in, announcing exactly what you came for. Order a whole or half bird with salad and Peruvian sauces, thick-cut fries, and an Inca Kola, and you'll understand why the parking lot smells the way it does.


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    4502 E Thomas Rd, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  36. Rank 27. Pizzeria Bianco

    Neapolitan Pizza

    Chris Bianco's compact brick room in Heritage Square has been the reason Phoenix became a pizza town—his Neapolitan pies, built on tomato, fresh mozzarella, and basil, inspired a generation of American pizzaioli since 1996. Lines still wrap around the block for wood-fired pizza from a man who won two James Beard Awards and fundamentally changed how Americans think about pizza.


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    623 E Adams St, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  37. Red-lit dive with darts, pool, and a game room where young crowds gather on weekends to dance and play until 2 a.m. The cocktails are sharp—try the bourbon Gun Shy Sour—and the kitchen turns out flatbreads and hot dogs that hit the spot.


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    4228 E Indian School Rd, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  38. Rank 27. Bagelfeld's

    NY-Style Bakery


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    2940 E Thomas Rd, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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    7240 E Main St, Ste C100, Scottsdale, AZ · Scottsdale
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  40. Rank 27. Bad Jimmy's

    American

    Bad Jimmy's is a casual downtown burger joint with a cocktail bar tucked in, where a pop-up concept has solidified into a breezy hangout slinging smash burgers and rotating specials. The waffle fries are properly crisp, the wings move fast, and the vanilla soft serve finished with olive oil is the kind of small flourish that keeps people coming back.


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    108 E Pierce St, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  41. Charleen Badman sources vegetables and rare ingredients from Arizona farms and beyond, braiding them into dishes that range across the Sonoran Desert, South America, and the Levant in this Scottsdale fine-dining kitchen where she still cooks most nights. Co-owner Pavle Milic's wine list—heavy on Arizona producers—is reason enough to tuck into the hidden bar, which might be the best seat in the house.


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    7125 E 5th Ave Unit 31 Scottsdale, AZ · Scottsdale
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    4130 N 7th Ave, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  43. The owners of this seafood counter in Uptown Plaza catch their own swordfish and deep-sea buoy fish off California waters aboard their harpoon boat, then sell it never-frozen by the pound or in composed dishes. Poke bowls, confit tuna sandwiches, and swordfish tacos anchor the menu, with grilled oysters and Mexican wild shrimp filling out a rotation that takes sustainability seriously without sacrificing flavor.


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    100 E Camelback Rd, Unit 172, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  44. A 1930s house in the Green Gables neighborhood that's been converted into a taproom where strangers become regulars around a big wooden community table and plastic dinosaurs decorate the bar. The award-winning Spellbinder hazy IPA and rotating fruit beers draw a steady crowd, and food trucks reliably park out front if you didn't bring in takeout from a nearby restaurant.


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    2125 N 24th St, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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    3626 E Indian School Rd, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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    6101 N 7th St, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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    4743 N 20th St, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  48. Rank 45. Mariscos Playa Hermosa

    Sinaloan seafood Mexican

    Bright pink and blue chairs face walls painted with Mexican landscapes at this Sinaloan seafood spot, where the dining room is almost as much fun as the food itself. The multipage menu spans grilled shrimp Micheladas, aguachiles, and seafood towers, best paired with a Serrano margarita on the colorful patio.


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    1605 E Garfield St, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  49. Rank 45. The Fry Bread House

    Native American

    The Fry Bread House has been a Melrose institution since 1992, serving Tohono O'odham dishes in a family-run spot that predates the neighborhood's current wave of trendy arrivals. The pillowy namesake fry bread — whether stuffed with beef and beans or topped with chocolate — is why people keep coming back.


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    4545 N 7th Ave, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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    2501 E Telewa Trail, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  51. Rank 45. Sottise

    French

    A converted white bungalow on Second Street draws crowds who settle into marble-topped tables under exposed brick to work through the wine list and oysters on the porch. The French bistro moves easily from casual (baked brie with pear and sage) to splurge-worthy (caviar by the gram), backed by a soundtrack of vinyl records and the warm hum of people having a genuinely good time.


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    1025 N 2nd St, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  52. Rank 45. Vecina

    Latin-Inspired


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    3433 N 56th St, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  53. A faded pink building tucked off Seventh Avenue conceals a dive bar that's part neighborhood living room, part rotating nightclub, where cheap beer and a jukebox set the tone for games of Scrabble and late-night DJ sets on the patio. Gracie's Tax Bar, housed in a former tax office since 2017, keeps things loose with themed watch parties and tournaments, the kind of place where strangers become drinking buddies by closing time.


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    711 N 7th Ave, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  54. Rank 45. Uchi

    Japanese

    Chef Tyson Cole's upscale Japanese restaurant brings its Austin sophistication to Old Town Scottsdale, with precise sushi and sashimi anchoring a menu that ranges from tempura to grilled meats and inventive crudos. Order à la carte, go full omakase, or build a custom tasting menu, but don't skip the signature Hama Chili with yellowtail, ponzu, and Thai chile.


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    3821 N Scottsdale Rd, Scottsdale, AZ · Scottsdale
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  55. Rank 45. Tratto

    Italian

    Chris Bianco's trattoria pairs handmade pastas shaped with obsessive precision—bucatini, rigatoncini—with Arizona ingredients like local lemons and seasonal foraged bounty. The wine list leans into esoteric Italian amari and house-made liqueurs, and the whole enterprise has the refined-but-unstuffy feel of a place that takes every detail from bread to olive oil seriously.


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    4743 N 20th St, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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    5700 E McDonald Dr, Paradise Valley, AZ · Paradise Valley
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    7353 Scottsdale Mall Scottsdale, AZ · Scottsdale
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    903 W Camelback Rd, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  59. A decades-old Phoenix dive with billiards and a jukebox, Harvey's draws a neighborhood crowd with seven-dollar burgers seared on the flat top with red wine and a reliably friendly bar staff. The bright green walls, generous weekend happy hours, and late-night hours until midnight make it an easy place to settle in for a drink and something to eat.


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    4812 N 16th St, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  60. A polished sushi counter in a Chandler strip mall where the focus lands on pristine raw fish rather than elaborate rolls, with occasional treasures like escolar and sweet shrimp alongside more familiar nigiri and sashimi. The Zen Roll—spicy yellowtail with shishito peppers and pickled burdock, topped with albacore and spicy soy—shows the kitchen's willingness to riff without abandoning restraint.


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    2051 W Warner Rd, Unit 14, Chandler, AZ · Chandler
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  61. At Sizzle, the servers do the grilling tableside while you sit back with a drink, moving around the room like seasoned dancers to flip cuts and manage the flow. Order a sampler platter of pork or beef and you'll get a rotating parade of different cuts, vegetables, and sides that turns dinner into something between a meal and a show.


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    3720 N Scottsdale Rd, Unit 200, Scottsdale, AZ · Scottsdale
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    116 E Roosevelt St, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  63. Rank 45. Fabio On Fire

    Italian Pizza

    Fabio Ceschetti, a third-generation Italian baker from near the Swiss border, runs this neighborhood trattoria in Peoria where the pizza arrives blistered and chewy from a pizzaiolo who actually cares about the dough. The silky house-made porchetta and delicate handmade pastas—like lasagna layered with besciamella and ragu—are just as compelling as the pies.


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    8275 W Lake Pleasant Pkwy, Peoria, AZ · Peoria
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  64. Rank 45. Pizzeria Virtu

    Wood-fired Pizza

    Chef Gio Osso runs this wood-fired pizzeria out of a house with a backyard patio in Old Town Scottsdale, where fine dining ease meets casual neighborhood warmth. The pies come topped with San Marzano tomatoes, chestnut honey, rapini pesto, and peppered bacon, all cradled in fluffy, bubbly dough.


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    6952 E Main St, Scottsdale, AZ · Scottsdale
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  65. A colorful patio strung with lights sets the scene for serious Oaxacan cooking at this Sunnyslope spot, where memelas and tamales wrapped in banana leaves are just the warm-up act. The five styles of mole are the real draw, paired with cocktails built from rare agave spirits and earthy café de olla.


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    722 W Hatcher Rd, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  66. A casual counter spot where enormous tortas—layered with fried beef, chorizo, egg, avocado, and more on soft telera bread—arrive as genuine meals for two. The juice bar pulls fresh aguas frescas and wild fruit bombas topped with paper umbrellas, turning a sandwich run into something celebratory.


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    9230 N 7th St, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  67. The team behind Taco Boys swapped casual for swanky with this new seafood spot on Seventh Street, where mesquite-grilled fish and ceviches get the date-night treatment. Yellowtail tostadas arrive piled with black garlic aioli and fried leeks, and the molcajetes—stacked with shrimp, octopus, and your choice of ceviche or steak—are built for sharing.


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    2026 N 7th St, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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    5749 N 7th St, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  69. Rank 45. Bikini Lounge

    Tiki Dive Bar

    A wood-paneled relic from 1947, Bikini Lounge still pulls you in with drafts poured into frozen glasses and a bar dressed in kitschy tiki tchotchkes, pool tables, and a patio for smoking. Tuesday nights transform the place into a dance floor when a DJ spins vinyl, though come prepared with cash and patience for a crowd that won't let you leave early.


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    1502 Grand Ave, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  70. A corner of the historic Wagon Wheel building in Melrose has been transformed into a lush, intimate dining room where plants and twinkle lights set a quietly romantic mood. Chef-driven European cooking arrives as a five-course tasting menu or à la carte—handmade pasta and steak tartare are equally at home whether you're committing to the full experience or just dropping in with a bottle of wine.


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    702 W Montecito Ave, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  71. A 1910 house in Tempe where college kids and seasoned drinkers mix happily over cheap drinks and solid food, with the kind of homey chaos that makes you feel like you've always belonged there. The place has earned its reputation as the real heart of the town—and possibly a ghost or two—by never taking itself seriously and always getting the good times rolling.


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    850 S Ash Ave, Tempe, AZ · Tempe
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    10600 E Crescent Moon Dr, Scottsdale, AZ · Scottsdale
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  73. Rank 45. UnderTow

    Tiki Cocktail Bar

    You're in the cargo hold of a 19th-century ship, complete with portholes and ambient sound effects, ordering rum-forward tiki drinks that range from classic to inventively modern. UnderTow has been Phoenix's best bet for that kind of theatrical, immersive cocktail experience since 2016, and it's still worth the visit.


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    3626 E Indian School Rd, Unit 100, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  74. Rank 45. JL Patisserie

    French Bakery

    A European bakery where owner Jenna Leurquin turns out exceptionally flaky croissants, kouign-amann, and pain au chocolat alongside thick slices of quiche. The seasonally rotating coffees and buttery viennoiserie justify a morning detour, and the macarons and fresh bread travel well for later.


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    4700 N Central Ave, Unit 121, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  75. Rank 45. First & Last

    New American

    The Gold Spot building's soaring ceilings and candlelit booths make this a date-night spot where the Hammonds' rotating menu swings from buttery clams to inventive sourdough bolognese, anchored by craft cocktails with real backbone. By day it's a counter operation slinging focaccia sandwiches and grandma pizza slices that draw lines, though dinner is when the romance kicks in.


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    1001 N 3rd Ave, Ste 1, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  76. Vayals Indian Kitchen moved from a food truck into a strip-mall brick-and-mortar where servers steer you right and booths fill up fast with neighborhood regulars seeking rich curries and tender flatbreads. The dal makhani is chunky with whole black lentils, and the kothu parotta—a pan-grilled flatbread chopped up with spicy vegetables and your protein of choice—hits hard.


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    507 W Thomas Rd, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  77. A longtime Phoenix dive that shuttered and roared back to life in 2019, The Dirty Drummer serves wings and burgers alongside a rotating slate of country, rockabilly, and touring acts that might have you line dancing one night and catching back-to-back sets the next. Sports fans and folks hunting a no-frills good time will find plenty of reasons to return, especially during happy hour.


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    2303 N 44th St, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  78. Rank 45. Steak 44

    Modern Steakhouse

    A dark, polished steakhouse on Phoenix's north side that somehow feels as comfortable for a casual bar dinner as it does for celebrations, with a modern menu that ranges from hand-cut wet-aged beef to soft shell crabs in vanilla bean tempura. The 12-ounce Delmonico arrives butter-drenched with beautiful marbling, or you can splurge on truffle butter if you're feeling it.


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    5101 N 44th St, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  79. Rank 45. Boycott Bar

    Cocktail Bar

    A welcoming lesbian bar in the Melrose District marked by a pink light, Boycott pours cold beers and well-made cocktails alongside drag shows and dancing. The event calendar rotates through Pride parties, Latin nights, and country dance floors, making it equally good for a casual drink or a full night out.


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    4301 N 7th Ave, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  80. Greenwood Brewing's bright, marble-and-brass taproom on Roosevelt Row feels nothing like a typical brewery, which makes sense since it was built by a former home brewer intent on welcoming everyone to craft beer. The pale ale called Herstory anchors a rotating lineup of thoughtful brews, and you can settle into one of two courtyards with a food order from nearby restaurants.


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    425 E Roosevelt St, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  81. Gallo Blanco occupies a historic brick building in Garfield with big windows and an airy feel, serving straightforward Mexican food across breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Start with the guacamole and chips, then move on to something like the barbacoa burrito or Taco Dorado, ideally chased with a house Paloma.


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    928 E Pierce St, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  82. A brewpub in a converted warehouse on Roosevelt Row with an outdoor bar built into a shipping container, where the rotating seasonal beers are matched by serious bar food—massive burgers that change monthly, duck fat fries, and a hot fried chicken sandwich. The vibe is relaxed and social, with long communal tables perfect for an evening of drinks and eating well under the Phoenix sky.


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    721 N. Arizona Ave Gilbert, AZ · Gilbert
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    2601 E Indian School Rd, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  84. Rank 45. Rough Rider

    Cocktail Bar

    A hidden basement speakeasy in downtown Phoenix where you take the elevator down to a moody, wood-lined room that feels plucked from another century, all dark corners and cozy nooks. Cocktails carry cheeky Victorian names and the kitchen matches the mood with chicory-rubbed duck, black garlic pork chops, and fried cauliflower that tastes like upscale fish and chips.


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    1001 N Central Ave, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  85. Rank 45. Caldwell County BBQ

    Texas-Style Barbecue

    Park out back and walk past giant smokers puffing smoke as you head to the counter at this Gilbert barbecue spot with wooden picnic tables and a modern-country feel. The mesquite-smoked prime brisket with its peppercorn crust and the apple-butter turkey breast are the standouts, though the monster El General Patton sandwich—brisket, pulled pork, and sausage on one roll—proves that more is sometimes better.


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    18324 E Nunneley Rd, Gilbert, AZ · Gilbert
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    4802 N 16th St, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  87. Rank 45. Stardust Pinbar

    Cocktail Bar

    You yank open a freezer door at Ziggy's Magic Pizza and slip into Stardust, where a glowing dance floor, pinball machines, and disco ball await behind the speakeasy's barely-concealed entrance. It's the kind of place where goths, Disney adults, and whatever just-released concert crowd is nearby converge most nights to sing in English and Spanish until the small hours.


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    401 W Van Buren St, Unit B, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  88. Rank 45. The Chuckbox

    Southwestern


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    202 E University Dr, Tempe, AZ · Tempe
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  89. Chef Racan Alhoch runs a boisterous downtown pasta spot that channels East Coast red-sauce nostalgia through a neon-lit open kitchen playing Frank Ocean and the Sopranos on loop. The rigatoni in vodka sauce and Caesar salad are worth the wait at this no-reservations room where the food stays composed even as the energy around you doesn't.


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    100 W Portland St, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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    31 S Robson, Unit 103, Mesa, AZ · Mesa
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  91. Rank 45. Taco Chelo

    Mexican


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    501 E Roosevelt St, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  92. Rank 45. Espiritu

    Mexican Cocktail Bar


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    123 Main St, Mesa, AZ · Mesa
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  93. Rank 45. The Stockyards

    Western Steakhouse

    The Stockyards has been slinging corn-fed steaks and prime rib since 1947, in a dining room that feels like it's been waiting for you since the cattle-baron days, with baking soda biscuits that haven't changed and a wood-paneled saloon designed by a rancher's wife. Order the Arizona cut rib-eye, nurse a whiskey, and settle in among the Western leather and old-school swagger of a place that takes its steakhouse pedigree seriously.


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    5009 E Washington St, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  94. Rank 45. SugarJam

    Southern

    Chef Dana Dumas soaks thick challah in Grand Marnier for French toast with a caramelized crust, then tops it with vanilla butter and rum pecan maple syrup—this casual Southern brunch spot in Scottsdale turns the classic into something almost like deconstructed crème brûlée. Weekends bring cocktails and a DJ, but weekday visits reward you with shorter waits and equally exceptional savory options like catfish and grits or fried chicken and waffles.


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    15111 N Hayden Rd, Unit 170, Scottsdale, AZ · Scottsdale
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  95. Rank 45. Sidewinder

    Diner American

    A Garfield diner swaggering in neon and Marlboro signage, all cow skulls and dive-bar swagger, where the kitchen turns out hot chicken and five-dollar sloppy joes with equal conviction. It's the kind of place that doesn't apologize for what it is, or what it serves.


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    924 E Roosevelt St, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  96. Julia and Jeff Peters roast their family's Brazilian coffee beans right in the corner of this bright Chandler cafe, where the straightforward menu—espresso, cappuccino, cortado, nothing fancy—lets the sourcing and roasting speak for themselves. Pair your cup with pastries from Pistol Whipped or empanadas from AZ Food Crafters, and you've got a casual spot that takes its coffee seriously but wears it lightly.


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    11 W Boston St, Unit 6, Chandler, AZ · Chandler
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  97. Rank 45. Happy Baos

    Northern Chinese

    A modest counter tucked into Mekong Plaza's food court, Happy Baos has stayed put while restaurants around it come and go, turning out chewy handmade dumplings and plump steamed buns that justify the loyalty. The 20-piece dumpling combo hits five different fillings, and the dan dan noodles with crunchy peanuts are sharp enough to remember on the drive home.


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    66 S Dobson Rd, Unit 112, Mesa, AZ · Mesa
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  98. Rank 45. Tacos Veganos

    Vegan Mexican

    A casual counter where vegan Mexican food tastes as indulgent as the real thing, with jackfruit quesabirria tacos and loaded burritos that won't leave you feeling deprived. Carnivores and plant-based eaters alike come back for the bold flavors and cheap thrills.


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    3301 E Indian School Rd, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  99. Ollie Vaughn's is a neighborhood bakery and cafe tucked into a strip mall on McDowell Road, where a decade of careful cooking with local ingredients shows in things like pork chile verde with fried egg in cast iron or lemon ricotta pancakes topped with blueberry compote. Grab a pastry from the case and a cozy table inside, or linger on the small patio while the morning light stretches across.


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    1526 E McDowell Rd, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  100. Chef Cat Bunnag's tight menu pulls from her Bangkok and Isan roots, delivering kao soi, larb moo, and pork skewers that taste like street food from a Thai night market. This casual neighborhood spot fills up fast, so book ahead and expect to stand around a cocktail if you arrive walk-in—the wait is worth it.


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    2333 E Osborn Rd, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  101. Rank 100. Stoop Kid

    American


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    901 North 1st Street, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  102. Rank 100. Casa Corazon Restaurant

    Southern Mexican

    Casa Corazon's salsa bar is a well-curated spread of a dozen house-made salsas with flavors ranging from creamy pineapple to bracingly fresh serrano, all paired with the restaurant's own tortillas chips. This gourmet Mexican spot in central Phoenix rewards multiple visits to the bar alone, and the smoky morita salsa is worth seeking out if you like heat.


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    2637 N 16th St, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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    2417 E Indian School Rd, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  104. Rank 100. Fat Ox

    Italian


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    6316 N Scottsdale Rd, Scottsdale, AZ · Paradise Valley
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  105. Rank 100. JL Patisserie

    French Bakery


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    7342 E Shea Blvd, Unit 108, Scottsdale, AZ · Scottsdale
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    6522 N 16th St, Unit 6, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  107. Tucked into Old Town Scottsdale with warm lighting and tables built for lingering, this globe-trotting spot channels Anthony Bourdain's restless appetite through handmade pasta, egg yolk nigiri, brisket burnt ends, and bison with maitake bordelaise. The cocktails are crafted with the same precision and playfulness as the food, making it the kind of place where dinner becomes an adventure.


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    7137 E Stetson Dr, Ste 12, Scottsdale, AZ · Scottsdale
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  108. Rank 100. Ta'Carbon

    Sonoran Mexican

    Step up to the counter at this casual Sonoran spot and survey the overhead menu before ordering small plates of smoky carne asada, tangy al pastor, and the house Hazz blend of meat, green chile, and melted cheese. Build your own tacos or burritos from the a la carte options, then hit the salsa bar for fresh green, red, and orange varieties to dress up each bite.


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    2929 N 43rd Ave Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  109. Rank 100. Maeva

    Fine dining French

    A fine dining room in Gilbert with dark walls and checkerboard tile serves delicately crafted French cuisine—try the tuna crudo or pork ragu ravioli, or commit to the four-course tasting menu with the chef's discretionary bites. Stop by mornings for lavender lattes and smoked salmon danish, then return dressed up for a date night that feels like a brief escape to France.


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    50 W Vaughn Ave, Ste 107, Gilbert, AZ · Gilbert
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    2144 E Indian School Rd, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  111. Rank 100. Old Town Taste

    Sichuan Chinese

    A bright neon sign marks this strip-mall Sichuan spot where turquoise booths and lazy susans signal you're in for a casual, convivial meal. The Chongqing-style spicy chicken—tender meat in crunchy batter studded with chiles and numbing Sichuan peppercorns—is worth the trip alone.


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    1845 E Broadway Rd, Tempe, AZ · Tempe
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  112. Rank 100. Great Wall

    Cantonese Chinese

    A sprawling dim sum hall in the West Valley where carts of Cantonese staples trundle past your table and weekend afternoons descend into controlled chaos, with crowds queuing for lacquered duck, chewy lo mein, and fried wontons. It's the kind of place where you point at what you want and let the noise and bustle of hungry diners around you make the meal feel like an event.


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    3446 W Camelback Rd, Unit 155, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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    5524 N 7th Ave, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  114. Rank 100. Liquor Pig

    Cocktail Bar

    A moody Old Town Scottsdale tavern where the cocktails—like olive oil-washed dirty martinis—are as playful as the ever-rotating menu, and the service puts you at ease whether you're perched at the bar solo or crowded into a booth with friends. Order shareable plates of ceviche and burrata, but make room for the mafaldine in duck bolognese, a rich pasta dish that justifies the indulgence.


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    7217 E Fourth Ave, Scottsdale, AZ · Scottsdale
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  115. Giovanni Scorzo's shop-restaurant in north Scottsdale stocks shelves with proper Italian flours and oils while a casual dining room serves his Calabrese cooking that roams across regional traditions—orecchiette with broccoli and sausage, branzino with herbs, grilled squid with parsley and lemon. The pastry case alone, filled with cannoli and sfogliatelle that rank among the best in the metro area, makes a stop worthwhile even if you're just grabbing supplies.


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    8880 E Via Linda, Scottsdale, AZ · Scottsdale
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    2234 N 7th St, Unit 105, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  117. Rank 100. Élephante

    Mediterranean


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    7014 E Camelback Rd Unit 601 Scottsdale, AZ · Scottsdale
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  118. Rank 100. Sauvage

    Natural Wine Bar

    Sauvage is a natural wine bar tucked into a historic cottage on McDowell Road, where owner Chris Lingua pours only wines from lesser-known producers and chats up customers about fermentation and terroir over charcuterie and tinned fish. Occasional pop-up dinners from local chefs turn the space into something more ambitious, but the everyday draw is the chance to taste wines that taste like nothing else on a mainstream wine list.


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    149 W McDowell Rd, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  119. Rank 100. CC's On Central

    Cajun & Creole

    Sharon and Devan Cunningham run this cozy neighborhood spot where Louisiana and Mississippi roots show up in a shrimp étouffée that's light and bright, and beef debris so tender and rich it demands grits underneath. The menu moves restlessly between Southern breakfast classics and creative left turns—cardamom-spiced French toast, Hong Kong-style pralines, whatever they feel like cooking that day—and it all lands.


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    2800 N Central Ave, Ste A100, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  120. Chefs Sujan Sarkar and Karan Mittal push Indian cuisine in new directions at this bright spot in a Chandler shopping center, where cocktails arrive infused with masala chai and ghee and small plates invite family-style grazing. The Kashmiri lamb chops are stunning, the black dairy dal is essential, and the gulab jamun cheesecake shows they're not afraid to reimagine the classics.


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    3491 W Frye Rd, Chandler, AZ · Chandler
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  121. The owners opened City of Spice after tiring of mediocre Indian food around Phoenix, and their families' restaurant pedigree shows in every plate—there are shatteringly crisp dosa, silky malai kofta, and expertly balanced biryanis, with explanatory slides overhead encouraging you to try something unfamiliar. The staff guides you through the menu with genuine warmth, making this a casual neighborhood spot where you feel welcomed whether you're ordering your go-to dish or taking a chance on something new.


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    2945 E Bell Rd, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  122. Mensho brings an imported ramen concept to Mesa with an open kitchen ringed in light wood, where ambitious broths layered with unexpected flavors like matcha and five-fold garlic preparations pair with silky handmade noodles. It's a casual counter spot that's already spawned a second location in Phoenix, drawing crowds eager for something genuinely different in the local noodle scene.


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    805 N Dobson Rd, Ste 115, Mesa, AZ · Mesa
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    18561 N 59th Ave, Unit 122, Glendale, AZ · Glendale
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    10144 W Lake Pleasant Pkwy, Peoria, AZ · Peoria
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  125. Rank 100. Cafe Lalibela

    Ethiopian

    A husband-and-wife team has run this stripped-down Tempe spot for decades, serving some of the best Ethiopian food in the Phoenix area with an emphasis on vegetarian dishes and the spongy injera bread that anchors most meals. The key sega wat—a spicy beef stew—is worth the trip, and the glossary menu means newcomers won't feel lost navigating unfamiliar territory.


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    849 W University Dr, Tempe, AZ · Tempe
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  126. Rank 100. CATCH

    Sushi

    A polished steak-and-sushi room inside Scottsdale Fashion Square where you might spot designer bags at the next table, but the food—briny crudo, lobster-topped wagyu rolls, herb-roasted branzino on creamy lemon rice—justifies the splurge. Prices are steep, but the kitchen delivers where many Scottsdale luxury spots just deliver theater.


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    7014 E Camelback Rd, Scottsdale, AZ · Scottsdale
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    300 W Camelback Rd, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  128. Rank 100. Bar Capri

    Italian

    A strip-mall Italian spot with deep green walls, gold candelabras, and the intimate feel of a historic downtown room, Bar Capri serves straightforward, satisfying plates of lasagna, calamari, and arrancini alongside a carefully chosen wine list and stellar cocktails. Linger over tiramisu or chocolate torte at the small bar in back and you'll understand why this cozy neighborhood joint has become a genuine destination.


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    1730 E Warner Rd, Unit 10, Tempe, AZ · Tempe
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  129. Rank 100. Kabob Grill N' Go

    Armenian Middle Eastern

    At Kabob Grill N' Go, Hasmik greets you warmly while her husband Tony tends the live coals in a haze of mesquite smoke, roasting marinated skewers he's perfected over years. The massive combos come loaded with over a pound of meat, basmati rice, Shirazi salad, and grilled vegetables—casual counter service that feeds two and leaves regulars genuinely evangelical.


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    3050 N 16th St, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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    201 E Roosevelt St, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  131. Rank 100. Main Burgers

    American

    Retro-cool burger counter from a trio of James Beard-nominated restaurateurs, with pastel tiles and a cartoon burger on the wall, where semi-smashed patties arrive hot off the line. The Sonora burger—griddled cheese, chiltepin, bacon—is the real draw, best enjoyed with crispy fries and an eventual craft beer from their upcoming brewery next door.


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    161 W Main St, Mesa, AZ · Mesa
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    7135 E Camelback Rd, Unit 130, Scottsdale, AZ · Scottsdale
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  133. Rank 100. The Vig

    Beer Bar

    The Vig is a neighborhood bar with an ambitious drinks list and gastro-pub food that doesn't take itself too seriously, anchored by a sprawling patio that has its own bar and a bocce court. Local bands and DJs keep things lively, and the kitchen stocks plenty of vegetarian options alongside its more indulgent fare.


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    606 N 4th Ave, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  134. Rank 100. Hush Public House

    New American

    Chef Dom Ruggiero's intimate spot in Scottsdale serves New American food with real soul—think an oxtail-laden riff on Italian beef with molten cheese and giardiniera, or crab-perfumed hush puppies that set the tone for what follows. The open kitchen fills the room with cooking sounds and smells while a house playlist of nostalgic rock plays to a crowd of cordial regulars, all of whom seem to understand they're in on something special.


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    14202 N Scottsdale Rd, Unit 167, Scottsdale, AZ · Scottsdale
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  135. Armando Hernandez and Nadia Holguin have built a comfortable, chic room around an open kitchen where mesquite and pecan smoke chars everything from stuffed poblanos to crispy quesadillas, taking you on a journey rooted in their Chihuahuan family cooking. The sweet corn panna cotta alone—creamy and singing with corn flavor against seasonal fruit—signals that these are serious chefs having fun with the food they grew up eating.


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    2001 E Apache Blvd, Tempe, AZ · Tempe
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  136. Rank 100. Latha

    African


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    628 E Adams St, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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    7730 E McDowell Rd, Scottsdale, AZ · Scottsdale
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    68 W Buffalo St, Chandler, AZ · Chandler
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    6922 E Main St, Scottsdale, AZ · Scottsdale
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  140. Rank 137. Harlow's Cafe

    Diner American

    Harlow's has been the kind of place where regulars camp out with coffee for hours, turning University Drive into a proper neighborhood corner near Arizona State's campus. The kitchen does unfussy breakfast and lunch—creamed chipped beef on toast, French dips, chicken-fried steak—with the kind of competence that only comes from nearly three decades of doing the same things right.


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    1021 W University Dr, Tempe, AZ · Tempe
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  141. Eighteen stories above Mill Avenue, this rooftop bar trades indoor comfort for unobstructed views of A Mountain, downtown Tempe, and the glittering Mill Avenue Bridge at night—grab a cocktail at the covered bar and wander the open deck with a drink in hand. The food menu of carne asada tacos, Caesar wraps, and flatbreads works hard to keep up with Arizona beers and seasonal drinks that shift with the weather.


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    11 E Seventh St, Tempe, AZ · Tempe
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  142. This black-and-red dive off Indian School Road has dollar bills papering its walls up to a ceiling strung with Christmas lights, and a regular crowd that feels like the place's natural furniture. Local rock bands play the intimate stage most nights, and the pool tables, bar stools, and patio smokers keep things humming whether you're here for the music or just the company.


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    2547 E Indian School Rd, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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    2 N Central Ave, Unit 101, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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    4236 N Central Ave, Unit 101, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  145. Rank 137. Cibo Pizzeria

    Wood-fired Pizza

    Neapolitan wood-fired pizzas and house-made pasta arrive in a twinkling garden patio and 1913 bungalow that feels like dining in a friend's lush, candlelit home. Chef Guido Saccone's kitchen also turns out killer burrata and fresh limoncello from a family recipe, making this downtown spot worth the reservation scramble.


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    603 N Fifth Ave, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  146. Rank 137. Hai Noon

    Japanese


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    7017 E McDowell Rd, Scottsdale, AZ · Scottsdale
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  147. A midcentury diner transplanted into Scottsdale's neighborhood breakfast scene, The Eleanor pairs cozy booths and a counter with a menu that moves easily between fluffy blueberry pancakes and avocado toast. Ellefson and Macaulay built the place to let you linger over slow coffee or grab something quick, and their in-house maple butter alone justifies the trip.


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    3207 N Hayden Rd, Scottsdale, AZ · Scottsdale
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  148. A bright counter shop in west Phoenix serving up straightforward, excellent doughnuts: the raised ones are pillowy with a tender chew, but the cake doughnuts—crisp outside, moist within—are the real draw. The vanilla glaze hits that perfect sweetness spot, especially when you pair it with their iced matcha latte with boba.


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    9820 W Lower Buckeye Rd, Tolleson, AZ · Tolleson
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  149. Rank 137. Testal Mexican Kitchen

    Chihuahuan Mexican

    A small counter-service spot on Grand Avenue where Chihuahuan cooking gets intense and soulful, Testal makes unusual burritos that arrive open at both ends like overstuffed rolled tacos—small enough that you'll want two, big enough to justify trying the bright birria and the creamy rajas with their crisp poblano slices. The burritos are the essential order, though bowls, tacos, and breakfast round out a menu built on flavors that linger.


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    1325 Grand Ave, Ste 1, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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    777 S College Ave, Unit 101, Tempe, AZ · Tempe
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    4912 E Shea Blvd Unit 108 Scottsdale, AZ · Scottsdale
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    1001 N Central Ave, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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    10 W Vernon Ave, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  154. A locally owned wine and beer bar with the vibe of a friend's living room, where the staff has actually tasted everything they stock and can talk you through a bottle with real enthusiasm. The kind of place where you'll find natural wines and small-batch beers you won't see anywhere else, arranged by people who genuinely care about what they're pouring.


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    4700 N 12th St, Unit 118, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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    505 W University Dr, Tempe, AZ · Tempe
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  156. A warm, family-run spot in a strip mall on Thomas Road where Puebla's culinary traditions come alive through Mole Poblano, herbaceous Pipian Verde, and a signature Cemita Poblana that demands both hands. The Agustin family's lesser-known specialties—including the precursor to al pastor—taste like history on a plate, with Puebla's art adorning pastel walls to match.


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    3302 W Thomas Rd, Unit 1, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  157. A brightly lit neighborhood bakery near Seventh and Camelback where owners Brady and Shaun Breeze—who won Food Network's Cupcake Wars as Ollie Cakes—turn out seasonally rotating, prettily frosted cupcakes and cookies without formal pastry training. Their signature brown boxes work as gifts, and the whole place has a fun, family-friendly vibe that keeps people coming back.


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    2325 N 7th St, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  158. Rank 157. Kembara

    Asian


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    5350 E Marriott Dr, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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    7620 E Indian School Rd, Unit 101, Scottsdale, AZ · Scottsdale
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    2601 S 24th St, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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    4501 N 32nd St, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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    5114 N 7th St, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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    5700 E McDonald Dr, Paradise Valley, AZ · Paradise Valley
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  164. A dark, sleek tasting room in Old Town Scottsdale where Pavle Milic, beverage director at the acclaimed restaurant FnB, pours wines from a region Wine Enthusiast has called the next Napa. The gregarious bar staff will guide you through flights and glasses while neighborhood regulars settle in for an intimate but buzzy evening.


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    4151 N Marshall Way, Scottsdale, AZ · Scottsdale
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  165. Rank 157. Cobra Arcade Bar

    Arcade Cocktail Bar

    A rowdy arcade bar where local murals and vintage games on coin-op machines set the scene for weekend DJ sets that amp the energy to near-chaotic levels. Geeky cocktails like Garbage Pail Kids and Punch Out keep pace with the crowd, and when things get too packed, Hi-Score Club next door offers a calmer anime-themed refuge with Japanese import games and fugu-shaped mugs.


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    801 N 2nd St, Unit 100, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  166. Rank 157. Irish Wolfhound Pub

    Irish British

    An expansive Irish pub in Surprise where bartenders know regulars by name and strangers turn into friends over pints, complete with Guinness signs and maps of the Emerald Isle scattered across the room. The kitchen does proper pub food—fish and chips, corned beef and cabbage, weekend Irish breakfasts—while live music, karaoke, and trivia nights keep the calendar packed.


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    16811 N Litchfield Rd, Unit 102, Surprise, AZ · Surprise
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  167. A new sports bar in Phoenix's Melrose district that fills its walls with photos of women athletes and journalists, deliberately designed as a space where girls can see themselves represented in sports. Co-founders Kat Moore and Audrey Corley have created something that draws everyone from high school coaches to female MLB agents, with interior design choices that nod subtly to queer pride.


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    4221 N 7th Ave, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  168. Owner Tyler Smith's infectious energy fills this neighborhood craft brewery, where a rotating sour program spins out nostalgic riffs like margarita and Star Wars–inspired Bantha Milk alongside their core IPAs and brown ales. Food trucks park outside to fuel another round while you wait for the adjoining ramen bar to finally open.


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    3321 E Bell Rd, Unit 5, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  169. North Scottsdale's newest taproom finally gives you a place to watch the game while drinking serious beer — Czech lagers, English milds, and a GABF-winning märzen rotate through Brewmaster Wyatt Wilson's lineup of European classics. The stylish room opens onto a covered patio where a permanent BBQ trailer keeps you fed without missing a play.


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    15111 N Hayden Rd, Unit 100, Scottsdale, AZ · Scottsdale
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  170. Rank 157. Harumi Sushi Bar

    Modern Sushi

    A small, buzzy sushi counter in downtown Phoenix where the rice itself becomes a signature—burgundy Forbidden black rice that gives every piece a visual and nutritional edge. The H3 roll (spicy tuna and salmon with fish roe) and the $35 omakase platter prove that good sushi doesn't need to be precious, just precisely made.


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    101 N 1st Ave Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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    4402 N Central Ave, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  172. Rank 157. Little Miss BBQ

    Southern Barbecue


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    8901 N 7th St, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  173. Rank 157. théa

    Mediterranean


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    4360 E Camelback Rd, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  174. Chef Yusuke Kuroda, who runs the popular Origami Ramen Bar, tucked this intimate six-seat sushi counter into a north Phoenix shopping center between a frozen custard shop and a hearing aid store, where he serves a precise 12-to-14-piece nigiri tasting menu for $85. The fish—buttery tuna, citrus-bright roe, sweet shrimp, marbled Wagyu—reflects a steady hand, and while reservations are essential for the bar experience, walk-ins can grab rolls at the few surrounding tables or take an omakase to go.


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    4727 E Bell Rd, Unit 59, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  175. A neighborhood institution since 1977, Rito's is a counter where you order and take your food to go, and the real draw is the famous green chile burro that still brings lines out the door. They'll also deep-fry and sauce up any item chimichanga-style, and the guacamole tacos and refried pintos are equally worth the wait.


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    907 N 14th St, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  176. Rank 157. The Gladly

    New American


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    2201 E Camelback Rd, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  177. Rank 157. La Purisima Bakery

    Mexican Bakery

    A line usually snakes out the door of this traditional Mexican bakery in Glendale, where the pastry cases overflow with molasses cochinitos, fruit-filled pan dulce, and those giant pink pig-shaped cookies that are dangerously addictive. The fresh tortillas and chile tamales are stellar, but come hungry and bring cash—it's the kind of place where you'll want to try everything.


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    4533 W Glendale Ave, Glendale, AZ · Glendale
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  178. Rank 157. Sushi Nakano

    Edo-style Sushi

    Leo Nakano left Scottsdale's sushi establishment to open this strip-mall counter in Ahwatukee, where he crafts Edo-style nigiri with meticulous sourcing and a respect for rice that most neighborhood joints never bother with. The prices stay humble despite the quality, and if you ask nicely on a slow night, he'll make you signature preparations like salmon with pickled kombu or cold-smoked kuro-dai.


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    4025 E Chandler Blvd, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  179. After years as a pop-up and food truck, Tambayan finally landed a permanent home on Camelback in a bright, neon-lit dining room where everything tastes better against yellow booths and green walls. The lemongrass chicken arrives grilled and crispy on a banana leaf, the pancit overload reads like a greatest-hits sampler of lechon and lumpia, and the halo halo is a rainbow of shaved ice and ube that sends you out happy.


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    1534 W Camelback Rd, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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    17025 N Scottsdale Rd, Scottsdale, AZ · Scottsdale
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  181. Awards
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    8727 N Central Ave, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  182. Awards
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    635 W Glenrosa Ave, Ste 109, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  183. Rank 157. pa'la wood-fired cooking

    Wood-fired Mediterranean


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    2107 N 24th St, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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    1955 W Main St, Unit 101, Mesa, AZ · Mesa
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  185. Nu Towne Saloon has been Phoenix's oldest gay bar since 1971, surviving fires and decades with the same kitschy spirit—a narrow room stuffed with a seven-foot plaster rooster, Eiffel Tower roof replica, and grandma's attic memorabilia. Regulars come for cheap draft beer on Tuesday nights, pool games, and the kind of campy, low-key vibe that doesn't take itself seriously.


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    5002 E Van Buren St, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  186. Rank 157. Peixoto Coffee

    Brazilian Coffee


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    3150 E Ray Rd, Unit 100, Gilbert, AZ · Gilbert
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  187. This freshly renovated west Phoenix taqueria does the classics with serious skill—the carne asada is properly smoky and juicy, and the al pastor comes shaved hot off the spit. The menu sprawls generously across tacos, tortas crisped on the griddle, weekend menudo, and burritos stuffed with grizzled meat that actually justifies the bulk.


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    3245 W Van Buren St, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  188. Rank 157. The Dhaba

    Punjabi Indian

    The Dhaba takes its name from Indian roadside truck stops, and this cozy Tempe spot captures that same unpretentious energy with homemade breads, tandoori meats, and fried street snacks at prices that won't hurt. Order one of the three thali options if you want to sample across the menu without deciding—you'll get masala chai, fresh naan, and dessert bundled in with your choice of vegetable or meat curries.


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    1872 E Apache Blvd, Tempe, AZ · Tempe
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  189. A converted gas station in Melrose churns out bagels and lattes from 6 a.m., with a drive-thru window and a shaded patio where you can linger or grab-and-go. The house-made bagels come in flavors like jalapeño cheddar and sun-dried tomato, stacked into breakfast sandwiches with eggs, cheese, and your choice of meats.


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    4220 N 7th Ave, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  190. Rank 190. Otro Cafe

    Mexico City-Style Mexican

    A colorful, modern neighborhood spot in uptown Phoenix where weekend brunch tables go fast and the salsas pack real heat. Chef Doug Robson's Mexico City-style menu shines with crispy papas fritas and cajeta pancakes topped with banana, crème fraîche, caramel, and candied peanuts.


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    6035 N 7th St, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  191. Richardson's is a swanky New Mexican dining room with leather booths, copper accents, and a massive marble bar—nothing dusty about it, despite the Southwestern setting. The kitchen does hearty stuff well, from carne adovada eggs Benedict at brunch to rack of lamb basted with green chile jelly and pecan-wood-grilled burgers at dinner.


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    6335 N 16th St, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  192. Rank 190. Golden Restaurant & Bakery

    Levantine Middle Eastern

    A casual Tempe spot where the flatbread menu alone—over 30 varieties, from za'atar manakeesh to spiced tomato wraps—could keep you coming back for months. The Levantine classics like hummus and baba ganoush are properly made, the slow-cooked beef dishes hit hard, and the house-made kenafa is the kind of dessert that justifies the trip.


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    1849 N Scottsdale Rd, Tempe, AZ · Tempe
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  193. Rank 190. Essence Bakery Cafe

    French Bakery


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    3830 E Indian School Rd, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  194. Awards
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    15689 N Hayden Rd, Scottsdale, AZ · Scottsdale
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  195. Awards
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    4700 N Central Ave, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  196. Awards
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    13623 N 32nd St, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  197. Awards
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    3538 E Indian School Rd, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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    7011 E Indian School Rd, Scottsdale, AZ · Scottsdale
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    4725 W Olive Ave, Glendale, AZ · Glendale
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    7033 E Main St, Unit 102, Scottsdale, AZ · Scottsdale
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  201. Awards
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    6823 E Cave Creek Rd, Cave Creek, AZ · Cave Creek
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    302 E Flower St, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  203. Rank 190. Pho 43

    Vietnamese

    At this casual Vietnamese spot on the west side, order the bánh xèo—a crispy rice-flour crepe stuffed with pork, shrimp, and bean sprouts—and wrap it in lettuce with a dab of nước chấm for a hit of sweet, sour, salty, and spicy all at once. Prices hover around four bucks a plate, so you can eat well without much deliberation.


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    2844 N 43rd Ave, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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    7660 S McClintock Dr, Unit 104, Tempe, AZ · Tempe
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    4372 W Olive Ave, Glendale, AZ · Glendale
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    3243 N 3rd St, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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    2915 N 68th St, Scottsdale, AZ · Scottsdale
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    2948 E Bell Rd, Ste 102, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  209. A cozy patio tucked behind a Thai restaurant where you can sip craft cocktails while grilling your own meal tableside in a bubbling soup-filled vat—that's mookata, and Mr. Baan's does it right. The bourbon-forward Village Gold Stash, infused with lapsang souchong tea, pairs perfectly with the casual, social vibe of cooking your own dinner with friends.


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    218 E Portland St, Unit B, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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    13761 W Bell Rd, Unit B213, Surprise, AZ · Surprise
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    622 E Adams St, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  212. Rank 190. Guadalupe On Main

    Jalisco Mexican


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    1526 E Main St, Mesa, AZ · Mesa
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    4750 N Central Ave Unit 140 Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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    17040 N Scottsdale Rd, Scottsdale, AZ · Scottsdale
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  215. Rank 190. Baja Roots AZ

    Baja Mexican


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    801 N 2nd St, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  216. A proper Italian deli in West Phoenix where the meat and cheese counter takes center stage and sandwiches like the Italian Stallion arrive loaded with cold cuts, provolone, and house dressing on crusty Italian bread. Beyond takeout cuts, there's an antipasto bar, homemade pasta dishes, gelato, and cannoli that deserve a trip on their own.


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    3437 W Dunlap Ave, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  217. George & Dragon wears its Anglophilia unabashedly—portraits of the Queen, Buckingham Palace photos, and football kits crowd every wall, while matches play on the screens above the bar. The kitchen turns out proper bangers and mash, pasties, and fish and chips, the beer selection ranges well beyond Guinness, and owner David Wimberley, a native Englishman, holds court on the patio with stories that tend toward colorful language.


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    4240 N Central Ave, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  218. The Stone is a bright, casual Korean spot in Mesa's Asian District where bubbling soondubu arrives in an earthenware crock and you crack a raw egg into the fiery broth yourself, watching it cook alongside house-made tofu and your choice of seafood or beef. Beyond the signature tofu stews, there's beef bulgogi and bibimbap, though fair warning: the red broth means white shirts don't survive the meal.


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    1870 W Main St, Mesa, AZ · Mesa
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  219. Rank 190. Jewel's Bakery And Cafe

    Gluten-Free Bakery

    A breakfast counter in east Phoenix where the entirely gluten-free menu somehow makes carbs the main event—doughnuts with real spring, waffles sturdy enough for crispy chicken and spicy bacon, burritos in supple tortillas. Whether you're avoiding gluten or just hungry, nothing here tastes like it's missing a thing, and bottomless mimosas help seal the deal.


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    4041 E Thomas Rd, Unit 101, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  220. Rank 190. Shaanxi Garden

    Northern Chinese


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    67 N Dobson Rd, Unit 109, Mesa, AZ · Mesa
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  221. The cozy dining room at this Melrose Peruvian spot glows with color and warmth, a neighborhood place where the cocktail program runs to pisco sours and the beer list favors Peruvian imports. Expect the hits—lomo saltado, ceviche mixto, arroz chaufa—alongside less obvious pleasures like anticuchos, grilled beef heart skewers that are dense, chewy, and completely worth ordering.


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    4414 N. Seventh Ave., Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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    1418 E McDowell Rd, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  223. Rank 190. All Pierogi Kitchen

    Eastern European

    A charming family spot in Mesa that trades strict Ukrainian borders for the meat-and-potatoes soul of Eastern Europe, with thick, buttery pierogi stuffed with everything under the sun and sausage griddled to a juicy snap. Beef goulash and pork schnitzel that outshine the competition, plus a market counter stocked with frozen pierogi and chilled soups to take home.


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    1245 W Baseline Rd, Unit 101-103, Mesa, AZ · Mesa
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    66 S Dobson Rd, Unit 120, Mesa, AZ · Mesa
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  225. Rank 190. Joe's Italian Ice

    Italian Dessert


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    2019 S McClintock Dr, Tempe, AZ · Tempe
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    4404 N Central Ave, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  227. A cavernous multi-story bar in downtown Phoenix that feels like a dark corner of Southwest England, with Guinness on tap and nearly 50 savory hand pies—from tikka masala to cheeseburger—that play like elevated Hot Pockets. Grab a seat by the second-floor railing to watch the crowd below, then settle in at a pool table once you've finished your pasty.


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    7 W Monroe St, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  228. The Camelback Road location of this seafood spot keeps things comfortable yet polished, with booth seating and a proper bar where the happy-hour crowd lingers. Everything swims in daily from sustainable producers—Maryland crab, Alaskan oysters, Sea of Cortez shrimp—and the kitchen handles it simply, whether that's sushi rolls, smoked trout dip, or shrimp scampi risotto.


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    4225 E Camelback Rd, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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    3039 N Scottsdale Rd, Scottsdale, AZ · Scottsdale
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  230. Rank 226. Hapa Food

    Hawaiian

    A small, wildly popular Hawaiian spot doing short-menu plate lunches with kalbi that's charred sweet and smoky, poke seasoned with restraint, and chicken glazed in garlicky excess. Malasadas come fried to order and stuffed with vanilla custard or ube cream, making it worth tracking their daily specials and arriving hungry.


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    5235 E Southern Ave, Unit 107, Mesa, AZ · Mesa
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    9824 W Northern Ave, Unit 1840, Peoria, AZ · Peoria
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    6048 N 16th St, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  233. Rank 226. Seamus McCaffrey's

    Irish British

    Tucked into the historic Hotel San Carlos downtown, this Irish pub trades polished brass for dollar bills taped to the columns and pint glasses hanging from the ceiling. The kitchen turns out proper shepherd's pie and fish and chips while the bar pours creamy Guinness and runs a brisk trade in cheap apple pie shots.


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    18 W Monroe St, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  234. Rank 226. Shinbay

    Omakase Sushi

    Chef Shinji Kurita presides over a 13-seat counter in Old Town Scottsdale, where he builds an omakase progression that might include kombu-cured halibut, scallop with yuzu-miso, and perfectly calculated nigiri across two seatings nightly. It's a splurge at $250 a person, reserved well ahead and worth the two hours you'll spend watching a master at work.


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    3720 N Scottsdale Rd, Unit 201, Scottsdale, AZ · Scottsdale
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    4041 N 40th St, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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    1744 S Val Vista Dr Unit 5-101 Mesa, AZ · Mesa
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  237. Rank 226. Taco Boys

    Mexican


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    2949 N 32nd St, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  238. Rank 226. Ban Chan Korean Cuisine

    Traditional Korean


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    2909 S Dobson Rd, Unit 7, Mesa, AZ · Mesa
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  239. This family-owned donut shop in east Mesa does raised doughnuts and old-fashioned buttermilk bars with the kind of restraint that makes them sing—no gimmicks, just flawless execution and a warm glaze. Catch them early if you can, when the pillowy rounds are still hot from the fryer.


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    1152 N Power Rd, Mesa, AZ · Mesa
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  240. An Osaka-born chef who trained at Nobu cooks classical ramen with real depth—his paitan broth is creamy and unctuous, his miso blends Hokkaido pastes into something that rivals the Valley's best. Casual counter spot slinging solid bowls alongside takoyaki made the way his mother taught him.


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    4810 E Ray Rd, Unit A-1, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  241. Rank 226. Fàme Caffe

    New American

    A narrow storefront packed with bistro lights, fresh produce, and the warm clutter of a place that's genuinely loved by its regulars, Fàme Caffe serves excellent New American breakfasts and lunches—the Croque Madame and Frenchie Toast are standouts. The walk-up window keeps weekend brunch lines moving, and everything from the house-made hot sauce to the wooden tables topped with rosemary says this kitchen cares about the details.


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    4700 N Central Ave, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  242. Awards
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    10199 E Bell Rd, Scottsdale, AZ · Scottsdale
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  243. Awards
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    2826 N 35th Ave, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  244. Awards
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    4525 N 24th St, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  245. Rank 226. Taco Chelo

    Mexican


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    521 S College Ave, Unit 112, Tempe, AZ · Tempe
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  246. Awards
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    2701 E Indian School Rd, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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    4360 E Camelback Rd, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  248. The Tamale Store is a no-frills counter where tamales—hand-filled with everything from beef and chile to spinach cream cheese—are the only thing on the menu, made without lards, preservatives, or shortcuts. A twenty-year family operation that rotates seasonal flavors and dessert varieties alongside the classics, so there's always something new to try alongside the standards.


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    15842 N Cave Creek Rd, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  249. Awards
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    8295 W Jefferson St, Peoria, AZ · Peoria
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    7345 N Via Paseo del Sur, Scottsdale, AZ · Scottsdale
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  251. Rank 226. Joe's Diner

    American

    A bright yellow beacon in the Melrose District that draws weekend breakfast crowds the way a neon sign draws moths, Joe's Diner packs people into booths and around communal tables for biscuits and gravy and towering burritos. The buttermilk pancakes are legitimately fluffy, the coffee is black and hot, and the whole operation runs on the principle that breakfast is serious business.


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    4515 N 7th Ave, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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    8729 N Central Ave, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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    10222 N 43rd Ave, Unit 7, Glendale, AZ · Glendale
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    6910 E Main St, Scottsdale, AZ · Scottsdale
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    15034 N Scottsdale Rd Unit 140 Scottsdale, AZ · Scottsdale
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    218 W Main St, Mesa, AZ · Mesa
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    6939 E First Ave, Scottsdale, AZ · Scottsdale
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    7419 E Indian Plaza, Scottsdale, AZ · Scottsdale
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  259. Awards
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    10401 E McDowell Mountain Ranch Rd, Scottsdale, AZ · Scottsdale
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    1001 N 3rd Ave, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
  261. Rank 254. Valley Bar

    Dive Bar

    Down an alley that smells questionable and past a long staircase descends Valley Bar, a basement dive where cheap beer and cocktails named after Arizona politicians flow while a mobile of the famous trunk murderess Winnie Ruth Judd hangs overhead. Weekends bring DJs to the dance floor, and the Rose Room offers skeeball, pool, and shuffleboard for those who prefer their drinking stationary.


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    130 N Central Ave, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  262. Rank 254. La Zozzona

    Italian


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    7500 E Gainey Ranch Rd, Scottsdale, AZ · Scottsdale
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    25062 S Meridian Rd, Queen Creek, AZ · Queen Creek
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    5595 E Karsten Way, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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    922 W First St, Tempe, AZ · Tempe
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    9380 W Westgate Blvd, Unit 101, Glendale, AZ · Glendale
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    7212 E Ho Hum Rd, Carefree, AZ · Carefree
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    8240 N Hayden Rd, Unit B-105, Scottsdale, AZ · Scottsdale
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    5813 N 7th St, Ste 140, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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    4216 N Brown Ave, Scottsdale, AZ · Scottsdale
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  271. Rank 270. Tía Carmen

    Southwestern Mexican


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    5350 E Marriott Dr, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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    300 W Camelback Rd, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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    7277 E Camelback Rd, Scottsdale, AZ · Scottsdale
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    15000 N Airport Dr, Scottsdale, AZ · Scottsdale
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    914 E Camelback Rd, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  276. Brett Hoffman has been running this cozy German restaurant for over 25 years, turning out house-made sausages, schnitzels, and an outsized pretzel that's achieved minor fame on the Food Network. The patio glows with string lights and giant beers under a vaguely Bavarian sky, making it feel like a corner of the Old World transplanted to Glendale.


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    5739 W Glendale Ave, Glendale, AZ · Glendale
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    3000 E Ray Rd, Unit 6, Gilbert, AZ · Gilbert
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    3343 N 7th Ave, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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    850 N Fifth St, Ste 120, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
  280. Light floods through the windows at this small neighborhood spot, where bright white furniture gives the casual dining room an actual patio feel. The kitchen moves between Mexican and Greek dishes with equal ease, turning out hard-to-find items like fry bread and fresh tomatillo sauce alongside Greek specialties.


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    3347 N 7th Ave, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  281. Rank 270. English Rose Tea Room

    Tea Room Coffee

    A charming tea room in Carefree where the afternoon tea service arrives on a three-tiered stand with sandwiches, scones, and petits fours served on antique bone china, with over 30 loose leaf varieties to choose from. The gift shop stocks rare European antiques and imported teas, making it easy to extend the experience past the teacup.


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    201 Easy St, Unit 103, Carefree, AZ · Carefree
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    5757 N Central Ave, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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    7015 E Mayo Blvd, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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    618 E Adams St, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  285. Rank 270. The Ends

    Global

    In Old Town Scottsdale, this warmly lit dining room channels Anthony Bourdain's appetite for the world, with tables arranged to spark conversation over drinks mixed with scientific precision. The menu roams freely—handmade pasta, egg yolk nigiri, French onion soup, Japanese Wagyu sandwich—and the shareable lamb with harissa brodo is a showstopper.


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    7137 E Stetson Dr, Scottsdale, AZ · Scottsdale
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  286. A casual neighborhood spot on McDowell that transformed from pandemic takeout into a proper sit-down dining room, complete with Ethiopian furniture and a cocktail list. The generous combo platters are built for sharing—spicy doro wot, gomen, and meser wot arrive on one massive round plate alongside tangy stews and spongy injera that soaks it all up.


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    1740 E McDowell Rd, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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    3000 E Ray Rd, Bldg 1, Gilbert, AZ · Gilbert
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    10030 N Metro Pkwy Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  289. A Phoenix rarity: a kosher deli where the corned beef and pastrami arrive on double-baked Jewish rye that actually tastes like something. The matzo-ball soup is bracingly seasoned with celery and dill, and the New York cheesecake tastes like someone's grandmother knew what she was doing.


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    742 E Glendale Ave, Unit 142, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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    3150 E Ray Rd, Gilbert, AZ · Gilbert
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    21001 N Tatum Blvd #14, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  292. Awards
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    50 W Jefferson St STE 280, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  293. Awards
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    7 E University Dr, Tempe, AZ · Tempe
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  294. Awards
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    6502 W Glendale Ave avenida, Glendale, AZ · Glendale

  295. Awards
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    16048 N Cave Creek Rd, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  296. Awards
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    1530 E Wood St, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  297. Awards
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    790 N Estrella Pkwy Suite D & E, Goodyear, AZ · Goodyear
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  298. Awards
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    4344 W Indian School Rd unit #25, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix

  299. Awards
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    Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix

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    1705 E Indian School Rd, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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    3102 W Griswold Rd, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix

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    1 N 1st St, Ste 103, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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    6522 N 16th St, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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    739 E Dunlap Ave Suite L, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
  305. Maria Lopez has been roasting whole goats in banana leaves since 2011 at this South Phoenix counter, following her mother's recipe from Guanajuato, and the consommé runs clear and deep while the meat stays tender with a gentle gaminess. Order the birria tatemada—meat pressed on the griddle with rendered fat until it crisps—and you'll understand why locals line up here instead of chasing the Instagram version.


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    4835 S 16th St, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  306. Rank 270. J&G Steakhouse

    French-Inspired Steakhouse


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    6000 E Camelback Rd, Scottsdale, AZ · Scottsdale
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  307. Awards
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    Talking Stick Resort, 9800 E Talking Stick Way, Scottsdale, AZ · Scottsdale
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  308. Rank 270. Dick's Hideaway

    New Mexican New American

    A neighborhood New Mexican spot on 16th Street so unmarked you'll need to know where you're going, but once you're squeezed into the tiny dining room you'll understand why Friday nights require divine intervention—excellent red and green chile plates, a serious bar program, and that open-flame grill's heat reaching your barstool. The Taos tenderloin and green chile burger are the kind of food that makes a small, crowded room feel exactly right.


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    6008 N 16th St, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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    901 N 1st St, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  310. Awards
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    1820 W Northern Ave, Unit 110, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  311. Rank 270. Nami

    Vegan Dessert

    A converted house in downtown Phoenix where Damon Brasch serves decadent vegan ice cream and espresso drinks—the affogato here, with organic soy base and chocolate syrup drowned in shots, is a casual sweet spot that takes its craft seriously. The Tsoynami, his housemade ice cream loaded with mix-ins, comes in over 20 rotating flavors, and the pastry case fills with vegan cupcakes and cookies that won't remind you what they're missing.


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    2014 N 7th St, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  312. Awards
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    5350 W Bell Rd, Unit 130, Glendale, AZ · Glendale
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  313. Awards
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    3110 E Shea Blvd, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  314. Awards
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    1748 W Van Buren St, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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    5102 N Central Ave, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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    201 E Jefferson St, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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    430 N Scottsdale Rd, Unit 101, Tempe, AZ · Tempe
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  318. Awards
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    21043 N Cave Creek Rd, Unit A6, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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    502 E Thunderbird Rd Unit C Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  320. Awards
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    2801 E Van Buren St, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix

  321. Awards
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    4117 N 16th St, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  322. Rank 270. Rosita's Place

    Sonoran Mexican

    A modest storefront hides a dining room of colorful tile and weathered wood, where a small waterfall burbles in the corner while you eat some of the best tacos in the Valley. Rosita's has been serving Sonoran classics for over three decades—the albóndigas are impossibly tender, the flan is pure caramel cream—and the place still runs circles around younger competitors.


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    2310 E McDowell Rd, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  323. Rank 270. Durant's

    Steakhouse

    A midcentury chophouse on Central Avenue where the red-leather booths, dim lighting, and Rat Pack atmosphere have barely budged since 1950, and the kitchen still turns out a serious 48-ounce porterhouse and slow-roasted prime rib. Power players and old-school types go here for the kind of martinis they still pour strong, the complimentary relish tray, and the unironic sense that you've stepped into Phoenix's golden age.


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    2611 N Central Ave, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  324. The drive north to Cave Creek is rewarded by this French bistro, open since the '90s, where a tiled dining room serves brunch, lunch, and dinner with the ease of a Paris café. Start with the onion soup, move through crepes stuffed with crab and mushrooms in béchamel, and finish with classics like crème brûlée or cherries jubilee.


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    7030 E Bella Vista Dr, Cave Creek, AZ · Cave Creek
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  325. Rank 270. Sugar Bowl

    Dessert

    Sugar Bowl has been scooping ice cream for nearly fifty years, but the real revelation is their surprisingly good savory side—try the Chicado, a generous turkey salad with avocado and tomato, or the corned beef sandwich with Thousand Island dressing. It's a casual neighborhood spot where you can grab lunch and still have room for a three-scoop sundae.


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    4005 N Scottsdale Rd, Scottsdale, AZ · Scottsdale
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  326. Rank 270. Alebrijes Cafe & Grill

    Oaxacan Mexican

    Alebrijes is a casual, colorful Oaxacan spot in Litchfield Park that draws steady crowds for brunch chilaquiles and mole-soaked burritos, with specials like pozole and concha French toast rotating through the dining room. Expect a wait at peak times, but the kitchen's rich, carefully made sauces and a full bar with fruit-forward margaritas make the pause worth it.


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    4900 N Litchfield Rd, Bldg B, Litchfield Park, AZ · Litchfield Park
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  327. A dimly lit room where the margaritas flow and leather booths invite you to settle in—The Mission brings proper Mexican cooking and snappy cocktails to a corner of Scottsdale that's mostly resigned itself to burgers and sushi. Street tacos and bacon-wrapped hot dogs are the show-stealers, and at fifteen bucks a drink, it's the kind of place where lingering feels like the whole point.


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    3815 N Brown Ave, Scottsdale, AZ · Scottsdale
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  328. Awards
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    1575 E Camelback Rd, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  329. Awards
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    888 N 1st Ave, Unit 101, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  330. Awards
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    7140 E Main St, Scottsdale, AZ · Scottsdale
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  331. Rank 270. Taco Viva

    Mexican

    A bright, mural-covered neighborhood taco shop in Arcadia where the cook calls out "con todo" and you say yes to onions, cilantro, guac, and salsa on everything. The al pastor and carne asada are reliably excellent, the mushroom options are inventive, and the orange salsa will clear your sinuses in the best way.


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    2815 E Indian School Rd, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  332. Rank 270. Tesota

    Global

    Doug Robson's sprawling Camelback Road spot trades his Mexican restaurant playbook for a freewheeling global menu—poke, pasta, Asian noodles, wings—all executed with the same careful hand that built his neighborhood empire. Comfortable booths and natural light make it feel less like a chef's victory lap and more like a genuinely good place to eat whatever sounds right that day.


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    300 W Camelback Rd, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  333. Awards
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    2002 West Cypress Street, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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    40 N 1st St, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  335. Awards
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    303 E Southern Ave, Mesa, AZ · Mesa
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  336. Awards
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    6003 N 16th St, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  337. Awards
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    822 E Union Hills Dr, D-16, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  338. Rank 333. El Fogon Taqueria

    Authentic Mexican


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    1327 E Chandler Blvd, Unit 108, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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    7120 E Becker Ln, Scottsdale, AZ · Scottsdale
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    918 N Fifth St, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  341. Awards
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    221 W University Dr, Tempe, AZ · Tempe
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    5223 N Central Ave, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  343. Awards
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    6335 N 16th St, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  344. Awards
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    15643 N Reems Rd, Surprise, AZ · Surprise
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  345. Awards
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    10720 W Indian School Rd, Unit 7, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  346. Awards
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    10575 W Indian School Rd, Unit 107, Avondale, AZ · Avondale

  347. Awards
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    3010 S 99th Ave, Unit 102, Tolleson, AZ · Tolleson
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  348. Awards
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    7105 E First Ave, Scottsdale, AZ · Scottsdale
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  349. Rank 333. The Hidden House

    New American


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    159 W Commonwealth Ave, Chandler, AZ · Chandler
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  350. Rank 333. Francine

    Mediterranean French


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    4710 N Goldwater Blvd, Scottsdale, AZ · Scottsdale
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  351. Awards
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    6054 N 16th St, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  352. Awards
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    1031 Grand Ave, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  353. Awards
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    8156 W Happy Valley Rd, Unit A-100, Peoria, AZ · Peoria
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  354. Awards
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    690 N Scottsdale Rd, Tempe, AZ · Tempe
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  355. Awards
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    2320 E Baseline Rd #162, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix

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    3213 Hayden Rd, Scottsdale, AZ · Scottsdale
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  357. Awards
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    2801 N 15th Ave, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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    815 E Baseline Rd, Tempe, AZ · Tempe
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  359. Awards
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    101 E Buchanan St, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  360. Awards
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    7021 E Main St, Scottsdale, AZ · Scottsdale
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  361. Awards
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    914 E Camelback Rd Ste. 4A, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  362. Awards
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    104 W Main St Suite 103, Mesa, AZ · Mesa
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  363. Awards
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    4935 S Val Vista Dr, Gilbert, AZ · Gilbert
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  364. Awards
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    7435 W Lower Buckeye Rd Suite 112, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  365. Awards
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    15834 N Cave Creek Rd, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  366. Awards
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    1515 N 7th Ave UNIT 170, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  367. Awards
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    31 S Robson, Unit 103, Mesa, AZ · Mesa
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  368. Awards
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    53 N Val Vista Dr #101, Gilbert, AZ · Gilbert
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  369. Rank 333. The Ostrich

    Cocktail Bar


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    10 N San Marcos Pl, Chandler, AZ · Chandler
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  370. Awards
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    2301 W Orange Dr, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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    7620 E Indian School Rd, Scottsdale, AZ · Scottsdale
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    2500 N 35th Ave, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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    8300 N Hayden Rd Unit F102 Scottsdale, AZ · Scottsdale
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    16825 W Yuma Rd, Goodyear, AZ · Goodyear
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  375. Awards
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    1031 Grand Ave, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  376. Awards
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    15651 W Roosevelt St, Goodyear, AZ · Goodyear
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  377. Awards
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    85 W Boston St, Chandler, AZ · Chandler
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  378. Rank 333. Butler’s Easy

    Cocktail Bar


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    8375 N 7th St, Unit C, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  379. Awards
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    2161 E University Dr, Tempe, AZ · Tempe
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  380. Awards
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    5709 N 7th St, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix

  381. Awards
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    16500 N Scottsdale Rd, Scottsdale, AZ · Scottsdale

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    15 E Monroe St, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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    8300 Hayden Rd f104, Scottsdale, AZ · Scottsdale
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  384. Awards
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    6840 E Camelback Rd, Scottsdale, AZ · Scottsdale
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  385. Rank 333. The Bearded Barber

    Speakeasy Cocktail Bar


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    3434 W Anthem Way, Unit 122, Anthem, AZ · Anthem
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  386. Awards
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    3714 E Indian School Rd, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  387. Awards
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    5713 W Glendale Ave, Glendale, AZ · Glendale
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  388. Rank 333. Upstairs at FLINT

    Cocktail Bar


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    2425 E Camelback Rd, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  389. Awards
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    711 E Missouri Ave, Unit 115, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  390. Rank 333. LON’s Last Drop

    Cocktail Bar


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    5532 N Palo Cristi Rd, Paradise Valley, AZ · Paradise Valley
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    3838 N Central Ave, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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    1502 W Thomas Rd, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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    2222 N 16th St, Unit 6, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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    9160 E Shea Blvd, Unit 105, Scottsdale, AZ · Scottsdale
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    410 N Scottsdale Rd, Ste 105, Tempe, AZ · Tempe
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    36889 N Tom Darlington Dr, Carefree, AZ · Carefree
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    3015 N 16th St, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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    5402 E Lincoln Dr, Scottsdale, AZ · Paradise Valley
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    10600 W Buckeye Rd, Tolleson, AZ · Tolleson
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  400. Rank 333. Rips Bar

    Dive Bar


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    3045 N 16th St, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  401. Awards
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    7245 E Main St, Scottsdale, AZ · Scottsdale
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  402. Rank 333. Swizzle Inn

    Dive Bar


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    5835 N 16th St, Unit A, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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    803 N 7th St, Unit 102, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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    929 E Pierce, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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    1805 E Elliot Rd, Tempe, AZ · Tempe
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    14795 N Northsight Blvd, Scottsdale, AZ · Scottsdale

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    7000 E Mayo Blvd Suite 1032, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix

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    7620 E Indian School Rd, Scottsdale, AZ · Scottsdale
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  409. Rank 333. Devil's Hideaway

    Cocktail Bar


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    401 S Mill Ave, Ste 101, Tempe, AZ · Tempe
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    600 N Fourth St, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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    1645 N Hayden Rd, Scottsdale, AZ · Scottsdale
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  412. Rank 333. The 480 Bar

    Dive Bar


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    480 N Arizona Ave, Chandler, AZ · Chandler
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  413. Rank 333. The Boom Boom Room

    Cocktail Bar


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    1544 E McDowell Rd, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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    2855 W Cactus Rd, Ste 2, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix

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    501 E Camelback Rd, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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    14 N Robson, Mesa, AZ · Mesa
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    3608 N Scottsdale Rd, Scottsdale, AZ · Scottsdale
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    808 E Jefferson St, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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    45 W Jefferson St, Ste J, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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    1301 NW Grand Ave, Unit 6, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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    104 W Main St Unit 107 Mesa, AZ · Mesa
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    5202 N 7th St, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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    431 N Scottsdale Rd, Scottsdale, AZ · Scottsdale
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    100 S Mill Ave, Tempe, AZ · Tempe
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    5445 E Lincoln Dr, Paradise Valley, AZ · Paradise Valley
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  426. Rank 333. Pescada

    Coastal Mediterranean


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    20707 N Pima Rd, Scottsdale, AZ · Scottsdale
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    817 N 2nd St, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  428. Awards
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    915 N Fourth St, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  429. Awards
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    701 W Deer Valley Rd, Unit 1, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  430. Rank 333. Six Byrd Cider

    Cider Beer Bar


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    3619 E Indian School Rd, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  431. Awards
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    9210 E Via de Ventura, Ste 106, Scottsdale, AZ · Scottsdale
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  432. Awards
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    513 E Roosevelt St, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  433. Awards
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    24681 N Lake Pleasant Pkwy, Unit C101, Peoria, AZ · Peoria
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    1740 E Broadway Rd, Ste 106, Tempe, AZ · Tempe
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  435. Awards
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    961 W Ray Rd, Chandler, AZ · Chandler
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  436. Awards
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    330 S Gilbert Rd, Unit 20, Mesa, AZ · Mesa
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  437. Awards
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    2050 N Alma School Rd, Unit 21, Chandler, AZ · Chandler
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  438. Rank 333. Woodnotes Cellar

    Belgian Beer Bar


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    912 N Colorado St, Gilbert, AZ · Gilbert
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  439. Awards
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    7150 E Sixth Ave, Scottsdale, AZ · Scottsdale
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  440. The patio at Lon's—shaded by olive trees and towering cactuses, dotted with cream umbrellas and the sound of a fountain—is where Phoenix does brunch on weekend mornings, the kind of place where sticky monkey bread and blood orange mimosas feel like the only reasonable choice. The kitchen splits the difference between Southwest classics like chilaquiles and coastal leaning plates like salmon Benedicts, all bright enough to match the serene desert setting.


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    5532 N Palo Cristi Rd, Paradise Valley, AZ · Paradise Valley
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    812 N 3rd St, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  442. Awards
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    149 W McDowell Rd, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  443. Rank 333. Dark Hall Coffee

    Plant-Based


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    2243 N 12th St, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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    4700 N 12th St, Unit 107, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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    3712 N Scottsdale Rd, Scottsdale, AZ · Scottsdale
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    200 E Van Buren St, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  447. Awards
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    8501 E Raintree Dr, Unit 100, Scottsdale, AZ · Scottsdale
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  448. Awards
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    355 E Germann Rd Gilbert, AZ · Gilbert
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  449. Awards
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    10443 N 32nd St, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  450. Awards
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    20340 N Lake Pleasant Rd, Unit 110, Peoria, AZ · Peoria
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    3839 N Drinkwater Blvd, Scottsdale, AZ · Scottsdale
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    3902 N Brown Ave, Ste 101, Scottsdale, AZ · Scottsdale
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    12602 N 28th Dr, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  454. Awards
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    5041 N 44th St, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  455. Rank 333. Tacos Veganos

    Vegan Mexican


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    1579 N Dysart Rd, Unit H, Avondale, AZ · Avondale
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  456. Rank 333. Phoenix Coqui

    Caribbean


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    4041 N 15th Ave, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  457. Awards
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    601 W Rio Salado Pkwy, Unit 101, Tempe, AZ · Tempe
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  458. Rank 333. Vincent on Camelback

    Southwestern French


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    3930 E Camelback Rd, Ste 202, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  459. Awards
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    2334 N Scottsdale Rd, Scottsdale, AZ · Scottsdale
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  460. Awards
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    5200 E Camelback Rd, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  461. Rank 333. Feta Cowboy

    Mediterranean


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    1840 E Warner Rd, Unit 108, Tempe, AZ · Tempe
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  462. Awards
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    14891 N Northsight Blvd, Unit 135, Scottsdale, AZ · Scottsdale
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  463. Awards
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    2711 S Alma School Rd, Unit 2, Mesa, AZ · Mesa
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    400 W Camelback Rd, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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    8300 N Hayden Rd Unit E107 Scottsdale, AZ · Scottsdale
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    7135 E Camelback Rd, Scottsdale, AZ · Scottsdale
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    2390 E Camelback Rd, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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    7333 W Thomas Rd, Unit 88, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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    2501 E Telewa Trail, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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    4626 N 16th St, Unit 101, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  471. Rank 333. Blue Corn Cafe & Bakery

    Artisanal Bakery


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    7015 N 58th Ave, Glendale, AZ · Glendale
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    2825 N Central Ave, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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    1235 N Dysart Rd, Avondale, AZ · Avondale
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    214 E Roosevelt St, Unit 2, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  475. Awards
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    1085 W Queen Creek Rd, Unit 4, Chandler, AZ · Chandler
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  476. Awards
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    7087 E Mayo Blvd, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  477. Awards
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    8646 S Central Ave, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  478. Awards
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    3508 N 7th St, Ste 100, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  479. Awards
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    122 N 16th St, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  480. Rank 333. Supreme Shawarma

    Spit-roasted Middle Eastern


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    4929 W Ray Rd, Unit 1, Chandler, AZ · Chandler
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  481. Rank 333. Que Chevere

    Venezuelan

    After years running a food truck, Orvid Cutler and Maria Fernanda opened this casual Venezuelan spot in downtown Mesa where arepas—thick, griddled corn flatbreads—anchor both sides and mains, stuffed with everything from shredded chicken to black beans. The menu surprises with fried-plantain sandwiches and corn pancakes with an almost mysterious sweetness, plus fresh cheese sticks and tropical drinks.


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    142 W Main St, Mesa, AZ · Mesa
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  482. Awards
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    20165 N 67th Ave, Unit B125, Glendale, AZ · Glendale
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  483. Awards
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    4502 N 40th St, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  484. Rank 333. Aruma Cafe

    Mexican


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    2011 E Apache Blvd, Unit 143, Tempe, AZ · Tempe
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  485. Awards
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    2333 N 7th St, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  486. Awards
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    635 N Country Club Dr, Unit 12, Mesa, AZ · Mesa
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  487. Awards
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    5162 W Olive Ave, Glendale, AZ · Glendale
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  488. Awards
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    2201 N 7th St, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  489. Awards
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    4829 E Indian School Rd, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  490. Rank 333. Wren Südhalle

    German Beer Bar


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    4025 E Chandler Blvd, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  491. Awards
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    5350 E High St, Unit 109, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  492. Rank 333. Elvira’s

    Innovative Mexican


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    20825 N Pima Rd, Ste H110, Scottsdale, AZ · Scottsdale
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  493. Awards
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    401 W Van Buren St, Unit B, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  494. Awards
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    7150 E Fifth Ave, Unit 100, Scottsdale, AZ · Scottsdale
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  495. Awards
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    1320 E Broadway Rd, Unit 108, Tempe, AZ · Tempe
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  496. Awards
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    725 S Estrella Pkwy, Unit 125, Goodyear, AZ · Goodyear
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  497. Awards
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    70 W Warner Rd, Chandler, AZ · Chandler
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  498. Awards
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    4925 W Bell Rd, Unit C9, Glendale, AZ · Glendale
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  499. Rank 333. Tatemados

    Sonoran Mexican


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    2919 N 59th Ave, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  500. Awards
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    111 S Dobson Rd, Mesa, AZ · Mesa
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  501. Awards
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    12550 W Thunderbird Rd, Suite 102, El Mirage, AZ · El Mirage
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  502. Awards
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    9920 S Rural Rd, Unit 105A, Tempe, AZ · Tempe
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  503. The meats smoked in salvaged propane tanks behind Eric's are the product of old-fashioned labor—no gas assist, just mesquite and patience—which means the brisket arrives in thick, pungent slices that nearly melt on your tongue. A spacious cafeteria-style room and homestyle patio serve up those slices alongside tender smoked turkey, dry-rubbed ribs with pleasant heat, and sides like cheese-dusted elote that echo backyard barbecue fiestas.


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    12345 W Indian School Rd, Avondale, AZ · Avondale
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  504. Rank 333. Chicago Hamburger Company

    Chicago-style American


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    3749 E Indian School Rd, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  505. A Phoenix institution since 1977, Rito's is a casual counter spot where the green chile burro draws lines out the door, and you can get virtually anything deep-fried chimichanga-style and smothered in red sauce and cheese. The Salinas family also does a mean guacamole taco and refried pinto beans, making this a go-to for no-frills, craveable Mexican food.


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    5813 N 7th St, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  506. Awards
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    689 S Country Club Dr, Gilbert, AZ · Mesa
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  507. Awards
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    1916 E Camelback Rd, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  508. Awards
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    222 N Fifth Ave, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  509. Rank 333. Rayoog Cafe

    Middle Eastern

    Rayoog Cafe, a Gilbert outpost of a Middle Eastern mini-chain, serves sprawling shared breakfasts built around runny eggs, housemade falafel, and creamy spreads that demand bread for mopping. The Mam's Tray is the real draw—a theatrical platter crowned with stacked metal teapots and ringed with small dishes of sweet and savory bites.


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    78 N Cooper Rd, Unit 101, Gilbert, AZ · Gilbert
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  510. Awards
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    7620 E Indian School Rd #101, Scottsdale, AZ · Scottsdale
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  511. Awards
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    11108 N Frank Lloyd Wright Unit 114 Scottsdale, AZ · Scottsdale
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  512. Rank 333. Da Vang

    Vietnamese

    A cracked-laminate menu and strip-mall setting set the stage for serious, no-nonsense Vietnamese cooking that arrives in portions big enough to require a to-go container. The pho runs 14 varieties deep, but the real move is the com tam dac biet—broken rice topped with barbecue pork, shrimp, meatball, egg cake, and fried egg, all under fifteen bucks.


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    4538 N 19th Ave, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  513. Awards
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    13853 N 19th Ave, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix

  514. Awards
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    3134 W Van Buren St, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  515. Awards
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    811 N 3rd St, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  516. Awards
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    839 E Camelback Rd, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  517. Awards
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    Building F 15257 N Scottsdale Rd, Unit 160, Scottsdale, AZ · Scottsdale
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  518. Awards
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    1590 E Bethany Home Rd, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  519. Awards
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    7114 E Stetson Dr, Unit 210, Scottsdale, AZ · Scottsdale
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  520. Rank 333. Board & Batten

    Modern New American

    Board & Batten tucks itself away behind trees in an office park, but the patio strung with lights and garden-party atmosphere make it feel like a secret worth finding for a special night out. Expect shareable starters like burrata with roasted peppers, rotating seasonal entrees of steak and fresh seafood, and a sticky toffee date cake that justifies skipping the main course.


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    4012 E Palm St, Mesa, AZ · Mesa
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  521. Awards
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    6031 N 16th St, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  522. Awards
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    3841 E Thunderbird Rd, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  523. Rank 333. Beckett's Table

    Southwestern

    A welcoming neighborhood spot anchored by a massive communal table where regulars gather during happy hour for deviled eggs and discounted small plates. The kitchen turns out crowd-pleasing southwestern fare with real craft—fork-tender short ribs and a fig-and-pecan pie that's earned citywide reputation—from a chef who's been cooking since childhood.


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    3717 E Indian School Rd, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  524. Awards
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    1954 S Dobson Rd, Unit 5, Mesa, AZ · Mesa
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  525. Awards
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    2315 N 7th St, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  526. Awards
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    1044 E Camelback Rd, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  527. Awards
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    15244 Cave Creek Rd, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  528. Awards
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    901 S 7th St, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  529. Rank 333. Sazerac

    Cocktail Bar


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    821 N 2nd St, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  530. A modest Mexican spot tucked between auto shops on Buckeye Road, El Horseshoe trades decor for deeply satisfying breakfast and lunch—think cheesy chilaquiles swimming in salsa and warming bowls of caldo de res. The kind of place where Sunday menudo and albondigas soup taste like someone's home kitchen, not a restaurant trying too hard.


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    2140 W Buckeye Rd, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  531. Awards
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    48 S San Marcos Pl, Chandler, AZ · Chandler
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  532. Awards
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    2472 S Recker Rd, Gilbert, AZ · Gilbert
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  533. Awards
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    398 S Mill Ave, Tempe, AZ · Tempe
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  534. Awards
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    4041 E Thomas Rd, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  535. Awards
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    815 E Baseline Rd, Tempe, AZ · Tempe
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  536. Awards
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    1221 E Apache Blvd, Tempe, AZ · Tempe
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  537. Awards
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    13843 N Tatum Blvd, Unit 15, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  538. Awards
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    620 W Dobbins Rd, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  539. Rank 333. Phở Thành

    Vietnamese Noodles


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    1702 W Camelback Rd, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  540. Awards
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    2010 E Broadway Rd, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  541. Awards
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    25 E Ray Rd, Gilbert, AZ · Gilbert
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  542. Rank 333. Mandi House

    Yemeni Middle Eastern


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    1639 E Apache Blvd, Tempe, AZ · Tempe
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  543. Awards
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    101 E Washington St, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  544. Awards
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    3618 W Camelback Rd, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  545. A small neighborhood spot in Laveen that's become worth the drive across Phoenix, Mimi Forno Italiano fills up with couples and friends drawn to crispy, creamy arancini and wood-fired pizzas that range from vegetable-loaded to loaded with house-made meatballs and cured meats. The casual energy invites you to linger at the bar or settle in with a whole menu's worth of eating.


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    3624 W Baseline Rd, Unit 174, Laveen, AZ · Laveen
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  546. Awards
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    9845 S Priest Dr, Tempe, AZ · Tempe
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  547. Awards
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    5035 E Elliot Rd, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  548. Rank 545. Chou's Kitchen - Chandler

    Northeast Chinese


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    910 N Alma School Rd, Chandler, AZ · Chandler
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  549. Rank 545. Hiro Sushi

    Traditional Sushi


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    9393 N 90th St, Unit 116, Scottsdale, AZ · Scottsdale
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  550. Rank 545. Süss Pastries

    German Bakery


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    5345 N 7th Ave, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  551. Rank 545. Casa de Falafel

    Middle Eastern


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    4920 W Thunderbird Rd, Unit 119, Glendale, AZ · Glendale
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  552. Rank 545. Ocean 44

    Seafood


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    4748 N Goldwater Blvd, Scottsdale, AZ · Scottsdale
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  553. Rank 545. Proof Artisan Bread

    Sourdough Bakery


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    125 W Main St, Mesa, AZ · Mesa
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  554. Awards
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    8119 E Roosevelt St, Scottsdale, AZ · Scottsdale
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  555. Rank 545. Balkan Bakery

    Eastern European Bakery


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    1107 E Bell Rd, Unit 16, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  556. Rank 545. Cala

    Mediterranean


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    7501 E Camelback Rd, Scottsdale, AZ · Scottsdale
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  557. Awards
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    2400 E Missouri Ave, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  558. Awards
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    2210 E Indian School Rd, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  559. Rank 545. Di Maggio’s

    NY Italian


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    3370 N Hayden Rd, Unit 116, Scottsdale, AZ · Scottsdale
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  560. Will Walthereson's sleek 2023 brewhouse in Tempe makes a serious play for adventurous beer drinkers with playful sours, assertive IPAs, and an Italian pilsner poured European-style with a dramatic foam collar. The in-house taco counter keeps pace with the bold brews, and the sprawling patio gives you plenty of room to work through the list.


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    1845 E Broadway Rd, Unit 106, Tempe, AZ · Tempe
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  561. Awards
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    7328 E Second St, Scottsdale, AZ · Scottsdale
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  562. Awards
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    3602 N 24th St, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  563. Rank 545. Alzohour Restaurant

    Moroccan Middle Eastern

    Zhor Saad single-handedly runs the Valley's only Moroccan restaurant from her combined dining room, market, and boutique, moving between host and kitchen with practiced grace since 2008. Steaming tagines of saffron lamb or fish, pillowy couscous, and her signature bastilla—a phyllo pie of chicken and nuts dusted with cinnamon and powdered sugar—arrive when they're ready, and they're worth the wait.


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    7814 N 27th Ave, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  564. Awards
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    144 S Mesa Dr, Ste A, Mesa, AZ · Mesa
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  565. Rank 545. Arai Pastry

    Japanese Bakery


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    1335 W University Dr, Unit 4, Tempe, AZ · Tempe
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  566. Awards
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    6114 N Scottsdale Rd, Scottsdale, AZ · Paradise Valley
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  567. Awards
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    2340 W Northern Ave, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  568. Awards
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    1495 N Hayden Rd, Unit D-10, Scottsdale, AZ · Scottsdale
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  569. Awards
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    1830 S Central Ave, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  570. Awards
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    3000 E Ray Rd, Gilbert, AZ · Gilbert
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  571. Awards
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    5704 W Glendale Ave, Glendale, AZ · Glendale
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  572. Two owners trained by an Italian gelato champion run this Old Town counter, where 20 flavors rotate daily with serious attention to balance and depth. It's the kind of place where you taste the craft in every spoonful, whether you're grabbing a cup on a hot afternoon or settling in with a cone.


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    7373 E Scottsdale Mall, Ste 125, Scottsdale, AZ · Scottsdale
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  573. Rank 545. Inca Fusion

    Fusion Peruvian


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    1619 N Dysart Rd, Avondale, AZ · Avondale
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  574. Rank 545. Mr. Sweets Bakery

    Middle Eastern Bakery


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    3502 W Greenway Rd, Unit 12, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  575. Awards
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    18589 N 59th Ave, Unit 111, Glendale, AZ · Glendale
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  576. Awards
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    2400 E Missouri Ave, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  577. Rank 545. Haji-Baba

    Middle Eastern


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    1513 E Apache Blvd, Tempe, AZ · Tempe
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  578. Awards
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    6666 W Peoria Ave #119-120, Glendale, AZ · Glendale
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  579. Rank 545. Franco's Italian Caffe

    Old-School Italian


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    4327 N Scottsdale Rd, Scottsdale, AZ · Scottsdale
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  580. Awards
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    3701 N Marshall Way, Scottsdale, AZ · Scottsdale
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  581. Awards
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    4729 E McDowell Rd, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  582. Awards
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    6143 W Glendale Ave, Glendale, AZ · Glendale
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  583. Awards
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    24775 N Lake Pleasant Pkwy, Ste 101, Peoria, AZ · Peoria
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  584. Awards
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    914 E Camelback Rd, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  585. Rank 545. The Great Gadsby

    British Bakery


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    1030 S Gilbert Rd, Unit 101, Gilbert, AZ · Gilbert
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  586. Awards
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    1028 Grand Ave, Unit 6, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  587. A family-run Scottsdale deli channeling Chicago's Jewish delis, where you can order chopped liver, gefilte fish, and smoked-fish platters alongside towering pastrami-on-rye sandwiches. The matzoh ball soup and fresh bagels land the kind of comfort that feels earned rather than nostalgic.


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    6929 N Hayden Rd, Unit C1, Scottsdale, AZ · Scottsdale
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  588. Awards
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    7017 N 19th Ave, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  589. Awards
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    13404 N La Montana Dr, Fountain Hills, AZ · Fountain Hills
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  590. Awards
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    9380 W Westgate Blvd, Glendale, AZ · Glendale
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  591. Rank 545. Berdena's

    Coffee

    A narrow Scottsdale coffee shop where the owner sources organic beans and brews them into drinks like honey lavender lattes and cardamom rose—the kind of place that takes its ingredients seriously but keeps the vibe refreshingly casual. The pastries and toast come from the same thoughtful approach, whether it's cinnamon toast or avocado on sourdough.


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    7051 E Fifth Ave, Unit I, Scottsdale, AZ · Scottsdale
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  592. Rank 545. Marcellino Ristorante

    Classic Italian


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    7114 E Stetson Dr, Scottsdale, AZ · Scottsdale
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  593. Rank 545. Diego Pops

    Mexican


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    4338 N Scottsdale Rd, Scottsdale, AZ · Scottsdale
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  594. Awards
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    546 N Gilbert Rd, Gilbert, AZ · Gilbert
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  595. Awards
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    7350 E Stetson Dr, Unit 101, Scottsdale, AZ · Scottsdale
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  596. A New York transplant runs this casual counter joint where the hot dogs are properly plump and juicy, the brats equally impressive, and both land on fluffy toasted buns. The real draw is the sides—fries smothered in gravy, a regional rarity—and specials like the White Hot, which pairs sauerkraut and mustard with dead-serious intent.


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    1755 E Broadway Rd, Tempe, AZ · Tempe
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  597. Awards
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    814 E Union Hills Dr, Unit C-8, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  598. Awards
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    1340 E Eighth St, Unit 104, Tempe, AZ · Tempe
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  599. Rank 599. Coabana

    Cuban Cocktail Bar

    Pink tiles and a canopy of gold palm fronds set the scene at this rum-focused cocktail bar celebrating Cuba and Miami's Little Havana, where the spirit's depth shines through both classical daiquiris and inventive tropical drinks like the Banana Hammock with Chairman's Reserve and sherry. The well-edited list and polished execution come from the team behind Pigtails and Rough Rider, making this a lively but knowing spot for a night out.


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    1 E Washington, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  600. Rank 599. The White Rabbit

    Cocktail Bar

    Find the red light on a Gilbert side street, get the monthly password from the website, and pass through a bookcase door into a Victorian speakeasy with leather banquettes and locked cabinets of rare spirits. The cocktails here—think bacon fat-washed bourbon or gin-and-tequila refreshers—are the whole point, mixed with the kind of craft and specificity that justifies the cloak-and-dagger setup.


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    207 N Gilbert Rd, Ste 002, Gilbert, AZ · Gilbert
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  601. At this dark, cash-only Tempe dive, the crowd swings wildly—construction workers at happy hour, ASU students, neighborhood regulars—and so does the vibe, from pool-and-TV quiet to packed dance floors to metal bands in the parking lot. Owner Chuck Marthaler pours drinks strong and cheap, and remembers what you drink.


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    1015 W Broadway Rd, Tempe, AZ · Tempe
  602. Rank 599. Low Key Piano Bar

    Cocktail Bar

    Head down the basement stairs to a quirky amphitheater where dueling pianists lead crowds through singalong standards and jazz covers, the energy raucous and everyone well-lubricated on fish bowls. It's the kind of place you go with a crew to stay until closing time, and the mango mule doesn't hurt.


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    501 S Mill Ave, Tempe, AZ · Tempe
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  603. A longtime country honky-tonk with a checkered dance floor, pool tables, and a bar featuring 12 taps mounted in a repurposed fire truck, Roosters has anchored the Valley's live-music scene since 1972. The crowd is unpretentious and welcoming, the patio sprawls across enough space for a second stage and smoking station, and the jukebox never stops spinning local acts and karaoke nights.


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    3731 E Main St, Mesa, AZ · Mesa
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  604. Rank 599. Bar1

    Cocktail Bar

    A neighborhood gay bar with candlelit booths and pinball machines where people actually talk to each other, Bar 1 trades the usual nightlife theatrics for a genuinely relaxed vibe. The rotating drink specials (beer busts on Monday, Long Island Wednesdays, 2-for-1 Thursdays) and craft cocktail list keep things lively without the attitude.


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    3702 N 16th St, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  605. Rank 599. Taco Boys

    Mexican


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    9016 N Black Cyn Hwy, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  606. Awards
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    1325 Grand Ave, Unit 3, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  607. Awards
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    1202 E Mohave St, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  608. Awards
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    7122 E Greenway Pkwy, Scottsdale, AZ · Scottsdale
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  609. Awards
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    5803 S Sossaman Rd, Unit 45, Mesa, AZ · Mesa
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  610. Rank 599. Taco Boys

    Mexican


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    620 E Roosevelt St, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  611. Awards
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    2320 S Santan Village Pkwy, Unit 104, Gilbert, AZ · Gilbert
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  612. Awards
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    7007 E First Ave, Scottsdale, AZ · Scottsdale
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  613. Rank 599. Taco Boys

    Mexican


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    1015 S Rural Rd #101, Tempe, AZ · Tempe
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  614. Rank 599. Taco Boys

    Mexican


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    699 S Mill Ave, Tempe, AZ · Tempe
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  615. Awards
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    1118 N 35th Ave, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix

  616. Awards
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    10171 N 19th Ave Suite 7, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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    1121 N 2nd St, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  618. Awards
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    6730 W Camelback Rd, Glendale, AZ · Glendale
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  619. Rank 599. Taco Boys

    Mexican


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    9055 W Camelback Rd, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  620. Rank 620. Bobby-Q BBQ

    Arizonan


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    1610 S Stapley Dr, Mesa, AZ · Mesa
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  621. Awards
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    5550 E Lincoln Dr, Paradise Valley, AZ · Paradise Valley
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  622. Rank 620. The Green Woodpecker

    Modern Mexican


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    3110 North Central Ave, Unit 185, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  623. Awards
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    730 S Mill Ave, Unit 102, Tempe, AZ · Tempe
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  624. Awards
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    201 W Main St, Mesa, AZ · Mesa
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  625. Awards
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    214 E Roosevelt St, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  626. Rank 620. Bobby-Q BBQ

    Arizonan


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    8501 N 27th Ave, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  627. Awards
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    3745 E Sky Harbor Blvd, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  628. Awards
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    132 E Washington St, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  629. Awards
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    95 W Boston St, Chandler, AZ · Chandler
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  630. Rank 620. Bobby-Q BBQ

    Barbecue


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    3154 E Camelback Rd, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  631. Rank 620. Pita Jungle

    Mediterranean


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    4 E University Dr, Tempe, AZ · Tempe
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  632. Awards
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    8260 N Hayden Rd, Unit A102, Scottsdale, AZ · Scottsdale
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  633. Awards
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    2330 E McDowell Rd Unit D, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  634. Awards
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    8525 N Central Ave, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  635. Awards
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    6522 N 59th Ave, Glendale, AZ · Glendale
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  636. Rank 633. Call Her Martina

    Modern Mexican

    A sleek Scottsdale spot with a moody black-and-white dining room and neon-lit high-tops that feels more nightclub than strip mall, Call Her Martina pairs inventive cocktails topped with flower petals and charred cinnamon with modern Mexican cooking that ranges from steak-studded guacamole with pomegranate to charred octopus. The flan alone—caramel shards and fresh mint on silky custard—justifies the splurge.


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    7135 E Camelback Rd & N Marshall Way Ste 165 Scottsdale, AZ · Scottsdale
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  637. Awards
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    901 N 1st St Ste 100 - 109, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  638. Rank 633. Oaxaca Restaurant

    Oaxacan Mexican


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    2316 W Bethany Home Rd, Unit 119, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  639. Awards
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    66 S Dobson Rd, Ste 141, Mesa, AZ · Mesa
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  640. Awards
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    4434 W Thomas Rd, Unit 17, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  641. A casual spot in a strip mall where fresh churros come in loops, bites, and sticks made to order, then customized with everything from mango dip to sprinkles. The magic is in the execution: each one arrives hot with a crackling exterior and a tender, yielding center that justifies all the hype.


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    1674 N Higley Rd #107, Gilbert, AZ · Gilbert
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  642. Awards
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    635 W Glenrosa Ave, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  643. Awards
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    7333 E Indian Plaza, Scottsdale, AZ · Scottsdale
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  644. Awards
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    4205 N Scottsdale Rd, Scottsdale, AZ · Scottsdale
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  645. Awards
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    10037 S 19th Ave, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix

  646. Awards
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    1919 W Main St, Mesa, AZ · Mesa
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  647. Awards
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    17221 N Litchfield Rd UNIT 50, Surprise, AZ · Surprise
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  648. Awards
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    3950 E Indian School Rd #130, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  649. Awards
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    10144 W Lake Pleasant Pkwy #1130, Peoria, AZ · Peoria
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  650. Awards
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    909 N 5th St, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  651. Awards
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    5950 W McDowell Rd, Unit 101, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  652. Awards
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    1418 N Central Ave, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  653. Awards
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    1 E Washington St #128, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix

  654. Awards
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    1002 N 7th Ave, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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    1811 N 24th St, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  656. Awards
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    2710 W Bell Rd #1115, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  657. Awards
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    198 W Boston St, Chandler, AZ · Chandler
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  658. Awards
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    3650 W Camelback Rd, Ste 1, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  659. Rank 633. El Tataki Sushi Fusion

    Japanese/Mexican


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    10685 W Indian School Rd, Unit K, Avondale, AZ · Avondale
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  660. Awards
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    425 N Central Ave, Avondale, AZ · Avondale
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    1534 E Bethany Home Rd, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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    2855 W Ray Rd, Unit 4, Chandler, AZ · Chandler
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    2119 E Camelback Rd, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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    3150 E Ray Rd, Unit 184, Gilbert, AZ · Gilbert
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    4315 E Indian School Rd, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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    5538 N 7th St, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  667. Awards
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    1612 E Bethany Home Rd, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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    2512 S Val Vista Dr, Gilbert, AZ · Gilbert
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  669. Awards
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    201 E Washington St, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  670. Awards
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    3213 E Camelback Rd, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  671. Awards
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    8220 N Hayden Rd, Scottsdale, AZ · Scottsdale
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  672. Awards
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    16222 N 83rd Ave, Peoria, AZ · Peoria
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    7044 E Main St, Scottsdale, AZ · Scottsdale
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    3205 E Camelback Rd, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  675. Awards
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    9780 W Northern Ave, Unit 1110, Peoria, AZ · Peoria
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  676. Awards
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    21001 N Tatum Blvd, Unit 46-1405, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  677. Awards
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    8777 N Scottsdale Rd, Scottsdale, AZ · Paradise Valley
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  678. Awards
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    6106 S 32nd St, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  679. Awards
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    6990 E Shea Blvd, Scottsdale, AZ · Scottsdale
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  680. Awards
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    8120 N Hayden, Unit E-100, Scottsdale, AZ · Scottsdale
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  681. Awards
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    4801 E Cactus Rd Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  682. Awards
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    2510 W Happy Valley Rd, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  683. Awards
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    15530 N Tatum Blvd, Unit 140, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  684. Awards
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    3151 W Frye Rd, Chandler, AZ · Chandler

  685. Awards
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    14224 N Scottsdale Rd, Scottsdale, AZ · Scottsdale
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    17797 N Scottsdale Rd, Scottsdale, AZ · Scottsdale
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    225 E Monroe St, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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    5021 S Power Rd, Mesa, AZ · Mesa
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    9780 W Northern Ave, Unit 1100, Peoria, AZ · Peoria
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  690. Awards
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    3151 W Frye Rd, Chandler, AZ · Chandler
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  691. Awards
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    7133 E Stetson Dr, Scottsdale, AZ · Scottsdale

  692. Awards
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    3095 W Chandler Blvd, Chandler, AZ · Chandler
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  693. Awards
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    509 E Roosevelt St, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  694. Awards
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    7704 E Doubletree Ranch Rd, Scottsdale, AZ · Scottsdale
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  695. Awards
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    8120 N Hayden Rd, Scottsdale, AZ · Scottsdale
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  696. Awards
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    9301 E Shea Blvd, Ste 135, Scottsdale, AZ · Scottsdale
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  697. Awards
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    15530 N Tatum Blvd, Unit 160, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  698. Awards
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    3620 E Indian School Rd, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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    3160 E Camelback Rd, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  700. Awards
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    7134 E. Stetson Dr, Unit B110, Scottsdale, AZ · Scottsdale
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  701. Awards
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    5538 N 7th St, Unit 110, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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    8260 N Hayden Rd, Unit 100, Scottsdale, AZ · Scottsdale
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  703. Awards
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    1520 W Mineral Rd, Unit 102, Tempe, AZ · Tempe
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  704. Awards
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    2430 S Gilbert Rd, Chandler, AZ · Chandler
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    12811 N Tatum Blvd, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  706. Awards
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    8338 N 7th St, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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    8355 N 7th St, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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    24 W Camelback Rd Suite D & E, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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    147 E Adams St, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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    101 N 1st Ave, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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    5930 W McDowell Rd #103, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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    1245 W Guadalupe Rd, Mesa, AZ · Mesa
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  713. Awards
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    5115 N 7th St, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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    209 N 16th St, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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    130 N Central Ave, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  716. Awards
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    702 N Central Ave, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  717. Awards
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    8901 N 12th St, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix

  718. Awards
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    2126 E Cactus Rd #100, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  719. Awards
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    3202 E Greenway Rd #1613, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  720. Awards
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    8248 W Deer Valley Rd, Peoria, AZ · Peoria
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  721. Awards
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    5415 E High St #103, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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  722. Rank 706. Presidio Cocina Mexicana

    Michoacán-style Mexican

    A corner-storefront spot where Michoacán family recipes come out of the kitchen with real care, drawing weekend crowds who know what they're after. The chile relleno is spectacular—a fried poblano stuffed with queso fresco and blanketed in ranchera salsa—and if mole Negro is running, that dark, complex sauce over chicken is worth a detour.


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    519 W Thomas Rd, Phoenix, AZ · Phoenix
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