You may not know this downtown restaurant by name, but if you’re into music, you’ve likely eaten here. Cocina 10 is the kitchen at Crescent Ballroom, which brings in a power-lunch and music-fan crowd expecting something a notch or two above bar food. Owner Charlie Levy is also behind Valley Bar and The Van Buren, […]
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Ever want to be transported away from the intense Arizona heat and pretend you’re in dark and cloudy Southwest England for an evening? If you thought “yes,” put Cornish Pasty on your list of places to check out. The local chain has locations throughout the Valley, but we’re partial to the multi-story bar off Central […]
Charlie Levy’s stylish venue and nightspot has earned a rarefied aura among both music fans and hipsters alike thanks to its many amenities geared towards concertgoers, as well as a posh atmosphere and a distinctive lineup of nightly shows. The Crescent’s main room boasts bleacher-like stadium seating along the back wall, which allows patrons a […]
This place is also right at Chase Field, directly across from the
Want to impress a date? Take them to Dahlia, one of the most romantic spots in town. Deep purple walls, fresh flowers on each table and candlelight set the tone for a delicious dinner and drinks. The menu is split into three sections: small and large tapas and charcuterie boards. Start with the fresh pan […]
Dapper & Stout is perfect for grabbing your morning espresso and breakfast before hitting the road. You can grab a cold brew or an Americano, or give the Mexican Mocha or the Bowtie (amaretto, dark and white chocolate, espresso, and cream) a try. There are sweet and savory options like the spicy Italian panini (with […]
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Dog Haus has multiple locations that offer handcrafted sausages, burgers, and chicken all for the taking (out).
That old saw about good things coming in small packages is especially true at The Dressing Room. This itsy-bitsy Roosevelt Row eatery serves food that comes from “streets, beaches, carts, and trucks from around the world,” including Korean galbi lettuce cups, Baja shrimp tacos, a German schnitzel salad, a crispy fried chicken sandwich – even […]
The menu features a collection of localized bar snacks with a Southwestern theme along with creative-sounding cocktails, as well as salads and a few entrees. The renovated space features a chic, rustic dining area complete with a minimalist fireplace visible to passersby on East Adams Street. In the fall and winter, it appears that the […]
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Mexican food often is heavy on the opposite of vegan food: lots of meat, lots of cheese. Earth Plant Based Cuisine on Grand Avenue has a different vision, though. This small family-owned business packs big flavor into its menu, along with a desire to show customers what going green and being vegan is all about. […]
El Charro is more than a coffee shop experience. Husband-and-wife owners Francisco and Azul Peralta, former workers in STEM fields, have drawn from their world travels and aimed for more of a salon vibe. They hit that target. Sit at the bar, and unbidden, Francisco may pour you high-end mezcals, just so you can taste. […]
So much grease slides off the flautas here that you could probably start a fire with it if you were so inclined. So is that a bad thing? Hell, no. Particularly when it comes to Mexican fast food. El Norte
Opened in spring 2019 on the offshores of Roosevelt Row in downtown Phoenix, The Farish House is a self-proclaimed neighborhood bistro, ideal for a date night or a quiet family dinner. Seated inside this 1899 brick home, you often feel as though you’re dining behind the velvet ropes of a historic museum. Farish is operated […]
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Don’t let the small space at First & Last fool you. This charming eatery has a rotating menu that includes steak, quail, fish, and pasta. A highlight is the kale pesto pasta with pine nuts and goat cheese. The bar has the feel of a specialty craft cocktail bar where drinks such as The Scenic […]
For a big-city feel and views filled with towering skyscrapers, head to the top of the Hilton Garden Inn Downtown Phoenix hotel. Here, a small indoor bar opens onto a spacious alfresco sundeck. Warning, this spot isn’t for those with acrophobia. You’re up high and surrounded by dizzying drop-off views. It also can be gusty […]
It can be easy to miss F.Y.P.M., the cocktail lounge tucked into Roosevelt Row’s Disco Dragon. But once inside, you may wonder how you ever skipped over the omnipresent glow of electric pink neon. The bar’s name is shorthand for “Fuck you, pay me,” a reference to the movie “Goodfellas,” and the phrase is emblazoned […]