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Aiello's Fine Italian Dining				4 User Reviews
5202 N. Central Ave.	Italian	$$$, $$$$	Central Phoenix
With crisp white tablecloths and a handsome granite bar, Joe and Myrah Aiello’s namesake restaurant feels like a special occasion place, except that it’s worthy of frequent visits. For one thing, they’ll welcome you like a regular, and the prices are quite accessible. Highlights... More >>

Barrio Cafe				3 User Reviews
2814 N. 16th St.	Contemporary, Mexican	$$, $$$	Central Phoenix
Chef Silvana Salcido Esparza brings magic to this art-filled hole-in-the-wall, with regional specialties of central-southern Mexico. For extra impact, she adds French accents, with marvelous results. Dishes change monthly, but highlights include posole verde, spinach-crab-mushroom-cheese crepes,... More >>

Bomberos Café & Wine Bar				Write a Review
8801 North Central Avenue	Wine Bar	$$	North Phoenix
This laid-back eatery is not just the coolest thing in Sunnyslope, it’s one of the best local wine bars, period. The name means “firemen” in Spanish, which is fitting because owners Oscar and Kristi Mastrantuono transformed an old fire station into an inviting hangout that... More >>

The Breadfruit				3 User Reviews
108 E. Pierce St.	Caribbean	$, $$	Central Phoenix
The Breadfruit, a cheerful, casual Jamaican restaurant, fits right in with other independent eateries that have cropped up on the sleepy periphery of downtown’s bustling core. Owner Dwayne Allen, originally from Jamaica, considers the restaurant an extension of his kitchen at home,... More >>

Cafepino				Write a Review
7000 E. Mayo Blvd.	Pizza	$$, $$$	North Phoenix
The folks at Cafepino, handily located right in front of the Cine Capri, are running a really smart operation. They don’t rush you, but they move you along at just the right pace to enjoy a full meal and still catch a flick. The service here is outstanding for what’s basically... More >>

Carolina's Mexican Food				1 User Reviews
1202 E. Mohave St.	Mexican	$$, $$$	Central Phoenix
A Valley legend since 1968, Carolina's has a cult following for its out-of-this-world homemade tortillas. But folks from all walks of life line up at the bare-bones (no A/C) shop to gorge on green corn tamales, enchiladas, red machaca burros and, on weekends, menudo. Breakfast burros are another... More >>

Carolina's North				1 User Reviews
2126 E. Cactus Road	Mexican	$$, $$$	North Phoenix
A second location of this legendary Valley restaurant, Carolina's has a cult following for its out-of-this-world homemade tortillas. Folks line up to gorge on green corn tamales, enchiladas, red machaca burros and, on weekends, menudo. Breakfast burros are another delicious treat. More >>

Chakra 4 Herb & Tea House				Write a Review
4773 N. 20th St.	Health, Vegan, Vegetarian	$$, $$$	East Phoenix
Tucked back in the Town & Country Shopping Center, Chakra 4 Herb & Tea House is half-herb shop, half-caf�, and totally cheerful. The simple menu of organic vegetarian wraps, flavorful salads, and dozens of �health-promoting� teas is full of winners, from the tangy Nutty Rawvocado Dip (a... More >>

Chelsea's Kitchen				2 User Reviews
5040 N. 40th St.	American, Brunch, Southwestern	$$$, $$$$	East Phoenix
This outpost of Craig and Kris DeMarco and Bob Lynn’s ever-expanding culinary kingdom leaves behind the boutique ambiance and eats of Postino and La Grande Orange for something far more sophisticated and satisfying. Built like an airy, one-story Arizona ranch house, with a peaked roof, a... More >>

Cherryblossom Noodle Cafe				2 User Reviews
914 E. Camelback Rd.	Italian, Japanese, Sushi	$$, $$$	Central Phoenix
Homey, unpretentious Japanese noodle shop that never disappoints and is sure to leave you as sated as a sumo wrestler at an all-you-can-eat steak house. Go for the specials, like the Cajun-fried shrimp with the crunchy heads still on the bodies or the small, whole squid in a tomato-anchovy... More >>

Chestnut Lane Café				Write a Review
4225 E. Camelback Rd.	American, Dessert	$$	East Phoenix
Swing by this cheerful, shoebox-sized sandwich and pastry shop the next time you�re in the neighborhood for a Niman Ranch corned beef Reuben, a lobster Cobb salad, or maybe just some freshly baked pastries. Just about everything here is made from scratch, from the lemonade to the roasted... More >>

Christopher's Restaurant and Crush Lounge				1 User Reviews
2502 E. Camelback Rd.	French	$$$$	East Phoenix
Decorated in with plush, chocolate-colored suede and embossed leather, James Beard Award-winning chef Christopher Gross’ bistro at Biltmore Fashion Park is a chic place to enjoy top-notch cuisine. From your first taste of curried duck fries to your last juicy bite of smoked truffle-infused... More >>

Cibo Urban Wine Cafe & Pizzeria				1 User Reviews
603 N. Fifth Ave.	Italian, Pizza	$$, $$$	Central Phoenix
Like pizza but want to take your date to someplace cool so she won’t think you’re a cheapskate with all the class of Tommy Lee in college? Then Cibo may just be for you. Its 12-inch pies are veritable works of art, produced by Italian pizza maestro Guido Saccone, who earned his stripes... More >>

CityBakery				1 User Reviews
600 East Washington St.	American, Bakery, Breakfast	$$	Central Phoenix
Tucked into downtown's Arizona Science Center, City Bakery is a stylish outpost of Scottsdale’s Arcadia Farms, which also does a brisk business in feeding visitors to the Phoenix Art Museum and The Heard Museum. Here, the edible attractions include gourmet salads (we’re hooked on the... More >>

Corbin's Bar & Grill				Write a Review
8729 N Central Ave.	American	$$, $$$	North Phoenix
With sleek décor, a lively clientele, and a menu full of classic American crowd-pleasers, Corbin’s has raised the bar on the definition of a local hangout. The bar serves up reasonably priced wines, specialty cocktails, and lots of beer, amusingly categorized as... More >>

Coup Des Tartes				Write a Review
4626 N. 16th St.	Eclectic, French	$$$$	East Phoenix
A casual BYOB place with fragrant, deftly crafted, Mediterranean-themed fare in a homey setting. (It used to be an antiques store.) The menu changes with the seasons. Try to go on a week when there's lamb shank with dried fruit, roasted wild salmon with a tomato basil salsa or free-range chicken... More >>

Da Vang				Write a Review
4538 N. 19th Ave.	Vietnamese	$, $$	Central Phoenix
Among people who love real-deal Vietnamese food, Da Vang has quite the following. It’s been around for 18 years and is owned by the Ly family. The vibe is friendly and seat-yourself casual, and service is swift. With 79 items, the menu seems sprawling, but just look at the common... More >>

Delux				5 User Reviews
3146 E. Camelback Rd.	American, Brewery	$, $$, $$$	East Phoenix
Perhaps the hippest joint to open in L.A. in some time. Wait a sec. Did we say L.A.? Sorry, but Lenny Rosenberg’s concept is so cool that even erstwhile Angelenos will be impressed. There are $9 gourmet burgers, 40 international beers on tap, and a jazzy vibe with which only nearby Zen 32... More >>

Durant's				3 User Reviews
2611 N. Central Ave.	American, Seafood, Steak House	$$$, $$$$	Central Phoenix
The first and last word in old-school cool. For more than half a century, the house Jack Durant built has served up class by the barrelful as well as classics like sautéed chicken livers, oysters Rockefeller, lamb chops with mint jelly, and Delmonico steaks, to name a few. Serious... More >>

The Farm Kitchen				1 User Reviews
6106 S. 32nd St.	American, Deli	$, $$, $$$	South Phoenix
Grab a picnic basket and claim your spot at a picnic table or on a blanket under the yawning pecan trees. Within minutes your favorite sandwiches, salads, and soups will be ready, all stocked with fresh produce grown on the 12-acre farm. More >>

Fuego Bistro				Write a Review
713 E. Palo Verde Drive	Cuban, South American, Southwestern	$$, $$$$	Central Phoenix
Tucked away in the courtyard of Fountain Court, behind Apollo’s Lounge on Seventh Street, Fuego Bistro is one of the best-hidden spots in central Phoenix. It’s tiny, too (there are only seven tables inside and a handful out on the patio) so it helps to call ahead. Though some of the... More >>

Gallo Blanco Cafe				1 User Reviews
401 W. Clarendon Ave.	Cafe, Contemporary, Mexican	$$, $$$	Central Phoenix
The Mexico City-style food at Gallo Blanco, the Clarendon�s in-house eatery, is casual and unpretentious, with dirt-cheap prices to match. What isn�t obvious until you taste it, though, is the thoughtful preparation and great ingredients that make it so addicting. Chef-owner Doug Robson�s big on... More >>

GreekTown Restaurant				1 User Reviews
8519 N. 7th St.	Greek, Mediterranean	$$$	North Phoenix
Chef-owner George Vassiliou has crafted his own corner of Athens in north central Phoenix. Murals depicting scenic Greek side streets and tales from the Greek myths fill the walls. Grecian pottery and vases take up every nook and cranny. Blue and white are the dominant colors, and Greek music... More >>

Hana Japanese Eatery				1 User Reviews
5524 North Seventh Avenue	Japanese, Sushi	$$	Central Phoenix
The sushi at this humble neighborhood eatery is quite impressive -- think oversized slabs of extremely fresh aji, silky sake, and buttery hamachi, elegantly draped over compact rice balls. But the rest of the menu shines as well, from salads with homemade dressings and tender clams steamed in... More >>

Hanny's				Write a Review
40 N. 1st St.	American, Pizza	$$	Central Phoenix
Like its stark International Style building façade, Hanny’s all-day menu is streamlined, featuring just a handful of starters, pizzas, sandwiches, and salads. It’s well-crafted, affordable fare that’s perfect for a light lunch, an informal dinner, a happy hour snack, or a... More >>