The Best Places to Eat and Drink in Phoenix | Midtown

1. • Highball 82

   • Elevated Cocktail Bar
   
   

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

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

   3. Imbibe Magazine
      Where to Drink in Phoenix

   
   

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

2. • Valentine 81

   • Retro-Modern Arizonan All-Day Restaurant
   
   

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

   2. Phoenix New Times
      Top 100 Restaurants

   3. AZ Central
      100 metro Phoenix essentials

   
   

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

3. • Glai Baan 75

   • Intimate Thai (Isan) Restaurant
   
   

   1. USA Today
      Restaurants of the Year 2024

   2. Phoenix New Times
      Top 100 Restaurants

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

   
   

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

4. • Bang Bang Coffee 70

   • Small Coffee Shop
   
   

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

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

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

   
   

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

5. • The Fry Bread House 70

   • Classic Native American Fry Bread Shop
   
   

   1. Phoenix New Times
      Top 100 Restaurants

   2. AZ Central
      100 metro Phoenix essentials

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

   
   

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

6. • Sauvage 68

   • Chill Wine Bar
   
   

   1. Esquire
      The Best Bars in America 2024

   2. Eater Phoenix
      The Best Bars in Phoenix

   3. Phoenix New Times
      The Top 100 Bars in Phoenix

   
   

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

7. • Tacos Chiwas 66

   • Casual Mexican (Chihuahuan) Taco Shop
   
   

   1. Phoenix New Times
      Top 100 Restaurants

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

   3. The Infatuation
      The Best Restaurants In Phoenix

   
   

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

8. • Kabob Grill N' Go 66

   • Magnetic Armenian/Mediterranean Kabob Shop
   
   

   1. The New York Times
      The Restaurant List, 2022

   2. Phoenix New Times
      Top 100 Restaurants

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

   
   

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

9. • Urban Cookies Bakeshop 66

   • Tiny Bakery
   
   

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

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

   3. Eater Phoenix
      The Best Bakeries in Phoenix, Arizona

   
   

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

10. • CC's On Central 65

    • Cozy Southern Restaurant
    
    

    1. Phoenix New Times
       Top 100 Restaurants

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

    3. Eater Phoenix
       The 38 Best Restaurants in Phoenix

    
    

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

11. • Casa Corazon Restaurant 63

    • Gourmet Mexican Restaurant
    
    

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

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

    3. Eater Phoenix
       The 38 Best Restaurants in Phoenix

    
    

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

12. • Vayals Indian Kitchen 63

    • Authentic Indian Restaurant
    
    

    1. Phoenix New Times
       Top 100 Restaurants

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

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

    
    

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

13. • Kobalt Bar 61

    • Drag-Forward Gay Bar
    
    

    1. AZ Central
       Best bars in metro Phoenix

    2. Phoenix New Times
       The Top 100 Bars in Phoenix

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

    
    

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

14. • 1912 61

    • Comfy Southwest Speakeasy
    
    

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

    2. Phoenix New Times
       Top 100 Restaurants

    3. AZ Central
       100 metro Phoenix essentials

    
    

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

15. • Thai Recipe Bistro 61

    • Authentic Thai Bistro
    
    

    1. AZ Central
       100 metro Phoenix essentials

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

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

    
    

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

16. • George & Dragon 46

    • Classic English Pub
    
    

    1. Phoenix New Times
       Best of Phoenix 2024 | Best British Pub

    2. Phoenix New Times
       Best of Phoenix 2025 | Best British Pub

    
    

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    • 4240 N Central Ave, Phoenix, AZ | Midtown
    • Website
    • Instagram

17. • Window Coffee Bar 46

    • Modern-Hipster Coffee Shop
    
    

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

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

    
    

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    • 635 W Glenrosa Ave, Ste 109, Phoenix, AZ | Midtown
    • Website
    • Instagram

18. • Lux Central 45

    • Hipster Cafe
    
    

    1. Imbibe Magazine
       Where to Drink in Phoenix

    2. AZ Central
       The ultimate guide to the best Phoenix cafes | Best Uptown Phoenix coffee shops for meeting friends or making new ones

    
    

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    • 4402 N Central Ave, Phoenix, AZ | Midtown
    • Website
    • Instagram

19. • Arizona Wilderness Miracle Mile 43

    • Delicious Arizonan Brewpub
    
    

    1. AZ Central
       Best bars in metro Phoenix

    2. Phoenix Magazine
       2025 Best of the Valley | Brewery

    
    

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    • 1418 E McDowell Rd, Phoenix, AZ | Midtown
    • Website
    • Instagram

20. • Authentic EthioAfrican 41

    • Traditional Ethiopian Restaurant
    
    

    1. Phoenix New Times
       Top 100 Restaurants

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

    
    

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    • 1740 E McDowell Rd, Phoenix, AZ | Midtown
    • Website
    • Instagram

21. • Across the Pond 41

    • Cozy Japanese Sushi Shop
    
    

    1. AZ Central
       100 metro Phoenix essentials

    2. Foodist Awards
       Most Creative Handcraft Cocktail Program

    
    

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    • 4236 N Central Ave, Unit 101, Phoenix, AZ | Midtown
    • Website
    • Instagram

22. • Restaurant Progress 41

    • Exceptional European Restaurant
    
    

    1. Phoenix New Times
       Top 100 Restaurants

    2. Phoenix New Times
       Best of Phoenix 2024 | Best Date Night Spot

    
    

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    • 702 W Montecito Ave, Phoenix, AZ | Midtown
    • Website
    • Instagram

23. • Copper Star Coffee 40

    • Loud Coffee Shop
    
    

    1. AZ Central
       The ultimate guide to the best Phoenix cafes | Best Midtown Phoenix coffee shops for meeting friends or making new ones

    2. AZ Central
       100 metro Phoenix essentials

    
    

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    • 4220 N 7th Ave, Phoenix, AZ | Midtown
    • Website
    • Instagram

24. • Boycott Bar 38

    • Welcoming Lesbian Bar
    
    

    1. AZ Central
       Best bars in metro Phoenix

    2. Phoenix New Times
       The Top 100 Bars in Phoenix

    
    

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    • 4301 N 7th Ave, Phoenix, AZ | Midtown
    • Website
    • Instagram

25. • Sidecar Social Club 38

    • Plush Cocktail Bar
    
    

    1. AZ Central
       Best bars in metro Phoenix

    2. Phoenix New Times
       The Top 100 Bars in Phoenix

    
    

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    • 3243 N 3rd St, Phoenix, AZ | Midtown
    • Website
    • Instagram

26. • El Chullo Peruvian Restaurant & Bar 36

    • Traditional Peruvian Restaurant
    
    

    1. Phoenix New Times
       Top 100 Restaurants

    2. Eater Phoenix
       The 38 Best Restaurants in Phoenix

    
    

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    • 2605 N 7th St, Phoenix, AZ | Midtown
    • Website
    • Instagram

27. • Dahlia Tapas Tequila & Wine 36

    • Elevated Spanish Tapas
    
    

    1. Phoenix New Times
       Top 100 Restaurants

    2. AZ Central
       100 metro Phoenix essentials

    
    

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    • 2221 N 7th St, Phoenix, AZ | Midtown
    • Website
    • Instagram

28. • Mi Patio Mexican Food 23

    • Authentic Mexican Restaurant
    
    

    1. Phoenix New Times
       Best of Phoenix 2024 | Best Cheap Margaritas

    
    

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    • 3347 N 7th Ave, Phoenix, AZ | Midtown
    • Website
    • Instagram

29. • The Green Woodpecker 23

    • Modern Taco Shop
    
    

    1. Foodist Awards
       Best Vegan Delight | Hen of the Woods Mushroom Tacos

    
    

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    • 3110 North Central Ave, Unit 185, Phoenix, AZ | Midtown
    • Website
    • Instagram

30. • Joe's Diner 23

    • No-Frills Diner
    
    

    1. Phoenix New Times
       Best of Phoenix 2024 | Best Classic Diner

    
    

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    • 4515 N 7th Ave, Phoenix, AZ | Midtown
    • Website
    • Instagram

31. • Durant's 23

    
    

    1. Phoenix New Times
       Best of Phoenix 2025 | Best Rescue Mission

    
    

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    • 2611 N Central Ave, Phoenix, AZ | Midtown

32. • Tatemados Tacos al Carbon 23

    • Authentic Mexican (Sonoran) Cowboy Taco Shop
    
    

    1. Phoenix Magazine
       2025 Best of the Valley | Best Salsa Bar

    
    

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    • 2333 N 7th St, Phoenix, AZ | Midtown
    • Website
    • Instagram

33. • Nami 23

    
    

    1. Phoenix New Times
       Best of Phoenix 2025 | Best Vegan Desserts

    
    

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    • 2014 N 7th St, Phoenix, AZ | Midtown

34. • LIX Uptown Ice Cream 23

    
    

    1. Phoenix New Times
       Best of Phoenix 2025 | Best Tummy-Friendly Ice Cream

    
    

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    • 3343 N 7th Ave, Phoenix, AZ | Midtown

35. • Dark Hall Coffee 21

    • Goth Plant-Based Coffee Shop
    
    

    1. AZ Central
       The ultimate guide to the best Phoenix cafes | Best Coronado coffee shop for meeting friends or making new ones

    
    

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    • 2243 N 12th St, Phoenix, AZ | Midtown
    • Website
    • Instagram

36. • Colados Coffee & Crepes 21

    • Unassuming Coffee/Crepe Shop
    
    

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

    
    

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    • 2315 N 7th St, Phoenix, AZ | Midtown
    • Website
    • Instagram

37. • Yumi's Coffee 21

    • Pleasant Coffee Cart
    
    

    1. AZ Central
       The ultimate guide to the best Phoenix cafes | Best Midtown Phoenix coffee shops for meeting friends or making new ones

    
    

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    • 3015 N 16th St, Phoenix, AZ | Midtown
    • Instagram

38. • Cartel Roasting Co. 21

    • Top-Notch Coffee Shop
    
    

    1. AZ Central
       The ultimate guide to the best Phoenix cafes | Best Coronado coffee shops for more than just coffee

    
    

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    • 2201 N 7th St, Phoenix, AZ | Midtown
    • Website
    • Instagram

39. • Harlem Coffee 21

    • Interesting Coffee Cart
    
    

    1. Esquire
       The Best Bars in America 2024

    2. Eater Phoenix
       The Best Bars in Phoenix

    3. Phoenix New Times
       The Top 100 Bars in Phoenix

    
    

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

40. • Honeycomb Coffee Co 21

    • Bright Coffee Shop
    
    

    1. AZ Central
       The ultimate guide to the best Phoenix cafes | Best Coronado coffee shop for curling up with a book

    
    

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    • 2222 N 16th St, Unit 6, Phoenix, AZ | Midtown
    • Website
    • Instagram

41. • Firecreek Coffee 21

    • Small Coffee Shop
    
    

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

    
    

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    • 3838 N Central Ave, Phoenix, AZ | Midtown
    • Website
    • Instagram

42. • Xolo Coffee 21

    • Colorful Mexican Coffee Shop
    
    

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

    
    

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    • 2428 N 16th St, Ste C, Phoenix, AZ | Midtown
    • Instagram

43. • Strip Mall 21

    • Colorful Coffee Shop
    
    

    1. AZ Central
       The ultimate guide to the best Phoenix cafes | Best Midtown Phoenix coffee shops for meeting friends or making new ones

    
    

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    • 3508 N 7th St, Ste 100, Phoenix, AZ | Midtown
    • Website
    • Instagram

44. • Thunderbird Lounge 21

    • Retro Bar
    
    

    1. Eater Phoenix
       The Best Bars in Phoenix

    
    

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    • 710 W Montecito Ave, Phoenix, AZ | Midtown
    • Website
    • Instagram

45. • Luana's Coffee And Beer 21

    • Comfy Coffee/Dive Bar
    
    

    1. AZ Central
       The ultimate guide to the best Phoenix cafes | Best Midtown Phoenix coffee shops for meeting friends or making new ones

    
    

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    • 1502 W Thomas Rd, Phoenix, AZ | Midtown
    • Website
    • Instagram

46. • Old Heidelberg Bakery 20

    • Authentic German Bakery
    
    

    1. Eater Phoenix
       The Best Bakeries in Phoenix, Arizona

    
    

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    • 2210 E Indian School Rd, Phoenix, AZ | Midtown
    • Website

47. • China Chili Restaurant 20

    • Classic Chinese Restaurant
    
    

    1. Phoenix Magazine
       Top 100 Dishes of Arizona | Szechwan Prawns

    
    

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    • 302 E Flower St, Phoenix, AZ | Midtown
    • Website

48. • Ollie Vaughn's 20

    • Low-Key Brunch Shop
    
    

    1. The Infatuation
       The Best Restaurants In Phoenix

    
    

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    • 1526 E McDowell Rd, Phoenix, AZ | Midtown
    • Website
    • Instagram

49. • The Main Ingredient 18

    • Casual Cafe
    
    

    1. AZ Central
       100 metro Phoenix essentials

    
    

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    • 2337 N 7th St, Phoenix, AZ | Midtown
    • Website
    • Instagram

50. • Presidio Cocina Mexicana 18

    • Mexican (Michoacán) Restaurant
    
    

    1. Phoenix New Times
       Top 100 Restaurants

    
    

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

51. • Stacy's @ Melrose 18

    
    

    1. Phoenix New Times
       The Top 100 Bars in Phoenix

    
    

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    • 4343 N 7th Ave, Phoenix, AZ | Midtown

52. • Phoenix Coqui 18

    • Comforting Puerto Rican Restaurant
    
    

    1. AZ Central
       100 metro Phoenix essentials

    
    

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    • 4041 N 15th Ave, Phoenix, AZ | Midtown
    • Website
    • Instagram

53. • Cielo Rojo 18

    • Indulgent Mexican Fine Dining
    
    

    1. AZ Central
       100 metro Phoenix essentials

    
    

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    • 1919 N 16th St, Phoenix, AZ | Midtown
    • Website
    • Instagram

54. • Forno301 18

    • Authentic Italian Pizzeria
    
    

    1. AZ Central
       100 metro Phoenix essentials

    
    

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    • 1616 N Central Ave, Ste 104, Phoenix, AZ | Midtown
    • Website
    • Instagram

55. • King Salmon 18

    • Affordable Japanese Sushi Shop
    
    

    1. AZ Central
       100 metro Phoenix essentials

    
    

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    • 2825 N Central Ave, Phoenix, AZ | Midtown
    • Website
    • Instagram

56. • Green New American Vegetarian 18

    • Delicious Vegan Restaurant
    
    

    1. AZ Central
       100 metro Phoenix essentials

    
    

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    • 2022 N 7th St, Phoenix, AZ | Midtown
    • Website
    • Instagram

57. • Tacos Huicho 18

    • Authentic Mexican Taco Shop
    
    

    1. AZ Central
       100 metro Phoenix essentials

    
    

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    • 1941 E Oak St, Phoenix, AZ | Midtown
    • Website
    • Instagram

58. • Rips Bar 18

    
    

    1. Phoenix New Times
       The Top 100 Bars in Phoenix

    
    

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    • 3045 N 16th St, Phoenix, AZ | Midtown

59. • Karamba Nightclub 18

    
    

    1. Phoenix New Times
       The Top 100 Bars in Phoenix

    
    

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    • 1724 E McDowell Rd, Phoenix, AZ | Midtown

60. • Title 9 Sports Grill 18

    
    

    1. Phoenix New Times
       The Top 100 Bars in Phoenix

    
    

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    • 4221 N 7th Ave, Phoenix, AZ | Midtown

61. • Original Hamburger Works 18

    • Casual American Burger Shop
    
    

    1. AZ Central
       100 metro Phoenix essentials

    
    

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    • 2801 N 15th Ave, Phoenix, AZ | Midtown
    • Website
    • Instagram

62. • Estero Beach 18

    • Taco Shop Mexican (Ensenada) Restaurant
    
    

    1. AZ Central
       100 metro Phoenix essentials

    
    

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    • 2002 West Cypress Street, Phoenix, AZ | Midtown
    • Website
    • Instagram

63. • El Chullo 18

    • Traditional Peruvian Restaurant
    
    

    1. AZ Central
       100 metro Phoenix essentials

    
    

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    • 4414 N 7th Ave, Phoenix, AZ | Midtown
    • Website
    • Instagram

64. • The Boom Boom Room 18

    
    

    1. Phoenix New Times
       The Top 100 Bars in Phoenix

    
    

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    • 1544 E McDowell Rd, Phoenix, AZ | Midtown

65. • Phoenix Blue Fin 18

    • Small Japanese Eatery
    
    

    1. AZ Central
       100 metro Phoenix essentials

    
    

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    • 1401 N Central Ave, Phoenix, AZ | Midtown
    • Website
    • Instagram

66. • Bar1 18

    
    

    1. Phoenix New Times
       The Top 100 Bars in Phoenix

    
    

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    • 3702 N 16th St, Phoenix, AZ | Midtown