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Tirion Boan

Tirion Boan is the Food Editor of Phoenix New Times where she’s worked since May 2022. Tirion keeps a close eye on restaurant openings and closings, offers dining recommendations and reports on metro Phoenix food news and trends. She also publishes major annual lists like Top 100 Bars and Top 100 Restaurants, and contributes to the Best of Phoenix project. Tirion previously worked for publications including The Arizona Republic and The Tucson Weekly. She holds a bachelor’s of arts in journalism from the University of Arizona.

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Nationwide food festival returns to the Valley this weekend

Nationwide food festival returns to the Valley this weekend

By Tirion BoanOctober 8, 2025

The popular event will feature over 200 vendors selling food from around the world.

Live pigeons and dead fish: The worst restaurant inspections in September

Live pigeons and dead fish: The worst restaurant inspections in September

By Tirion BoanOctober 7, 2025

Meat stored in garbage bags, stagnant water and flies contributed to the startling situations found in Valley kitchens.

Dishes from Catch.

The 8 most exciting Phoenix restaurant openings in September

By Tirion BoanOctober 6, 2025

From brewpubs to sushi bars, these new restaurants are making a splash.

The 5 best bites we tasted at Phoenix restaurants in September

The 5 best bites we tasted at Phoenix restaurants in September

By Tirion Boan and OthersOctober 2, 2025

From a standout sushi bar in Phoenix to a new Indian restaurant in Tempe, these Valley eateries wowed us last month.

These 4 Valley taco spots were named among the best in the U.S.

These 4 Valley taco spots were named among the best in the U.S.

By Tirion BoanOctober 2, 2025

From El Mirage to Arcadia, these Valley spots serve standout tacos.

These 9 Phoenix restaurants are now closed

These 9 Phoenix restaurants are now closed

By Tirion BoanOctober 1, 2025

From neighborhood staples to relative newcomers, these Valley restaurants have shut their doors.

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Sushi platter from Sushi Friend in Phoenix.

Our top 12 favorite sushi restaurants in Phoenix

By Tirion Boan and OthersSeptember 30, 2025

From traditional Japanese preparations to modern twists, the sushi at these Phoenix restaurants stands out.

Desert Botanical Garden sets date for restaurant reopening

Desert Botanical Garden sets date for restaurant reopening

By Tirion BoanSeptember 29, 2025

The iconic Gertrude’s Restaurant closed in May. Now, it’s gearing up to welcome visitors back with a new menu.

Starbucks iced coffee.

Is your neighborhood Starbucks closed? Coffee giant shuts down 1% of stores

By Tirion BoanSeptember 29, 2025

Amid Starbucks’ ongoing overhaul, over a dozen Arizona coffee shops have shuttered.

This Italian gem in Tempe is the neighbor you wish you had

This Italian gem in Tempe is the neighbor you wish you had

By Tirion BoanSeptember 29, 2025

After opening in March, this Tempe spot has quickly become a neighborhood favorite. It’s easy to see why.

Arizona is one of the most pumpkin spice-obsessed states in the nation

Arizona is one of the most pumpkin spice-obsessed states in the nation

By Tirion BoanSeptember 26, 2025

Despite our general lack of fall, Arizonans can’t get enough of this seasonal flavor.

A pint of beer.

Fresh on tap: The top 10 breweries in Phoenix

By Sara Crocker and OthersSeptember 24, 2025

The Valley is bursting with breweries to enjoy a cold beer. Here are the top 10 we can’t live without.

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Local coffee truck banned from Scottsdale hospital due to name

Local coffee truck banned from Scottsdale hospital due to name

By Tirion BoanSeptember 24, 2025

Hospital workers had a bone to pick with administrators over the decision.

This downtown Phoenix restaurant’s ‘Girl Dinner’ is the hottest deal in town

This downtown Phoenix restaurant’s ‘Girl Dinner’ is the hottest deal in town

By Tirion BoanSeptember 23, 2025

Everything is expensive right now. But one Phoenix spot is shaking things up with a midweek treat with stellar value.

‘Legendary’ downtown Phoenix restaurant and bar closes after 20 years

‘Legendary’ downtown Phoenix restaurant and bar closes after 20 years

By Tirion BoanSeptember 22, 2025

The iconic downtown destination has served its last pom-tinis and feta fries.

This Mesa pizzeria is a viral sensation. We stopped by to find out why

This Mesa pizzeria is a viral sensation. We stopped by to find out why

By Tirion BoanSeptember 18, 2025

The East Valley spot has none of the typical trappings of an “Instagrammable” restaurant. But its fans can’t get enough.

A sushi roll.

The 12 most anticipated restaurants opening in Phoenix this fall

By Tirion BoanSeptember 17, 2025

A new brewery, ice cream shop and steakhouse are all on deck for fall. Here are the 12 spots we can’t wait to try.

Mold and cockroaches: The worst Phoenix restaurant inspections of August

Mold and cockroaches: The worst Phoenix restaurant inspections of August

By Tirion BoanSeptember 11, 2025

Live insects in a rice flour container were among the unwelcome sights inspectors found in Valley kitchens last month.

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Arcadia Tavern reopens, replacing popular Phoenix sports bar

Arcadia Tavern reopens, replacing popular Phoenix sports bar

By Tirion BoanSeptember 11, 2025

Where one sports bar closes, another opens in its place.

Chef Joey Maggiore opens new deli and bagel bar

Chef Joey Maggiore opens new deli and bagel bar

By Tirion BoanSeptember 10, 2025

Fresh bagels, custom cream cheese and nostalgic sweets are on the menu at the Maggiore family’s newest restaurant.

The 6 most delicious bites we tasted around Phoenix last month

By Tirion Boan and OthersSeptember 9, 2025

A superb slice of pizza, some standout sushi and more wowed the Phoenix New Times food team in August.

Food from Backyard at Desert Ridge.

Cheer on the Cardinals at these winning Phoenix sports bars

By Tirion Boan and OthersSeptember 5, 2025

These Valley destinations for sports fans have plenty of screens, beer and snacks to fuel the fun long after halftime.

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