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Sara Crocker

Sara Crocker is a staff writer for Phoenix New Times where she focuses primarily on food. She began freelancing for New Times in July 2022 and joined the staff in February 2023. Prior to New Times, Sara worked for publications such as The Denver Post, Phoenix Magazine, Phoenix Home & Garden and Colorado Life Magazine. When she’s not reporting on the Valley’s dining scene, Sara brews beer at home and is an avid cook.

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4 new restaurants announced for former Paradise Valley Mall

By Sara CrockerApril 23, 2025

“We’re really focused on bringing the best of class,” the developer says of the local and imported restaurants coming to PV.

Bojangles food.

Bojangles to open 2 Valley restaurants. Here’s when and where

By Sara CrockerApril 22, 2025

The fried chicken and biscuit joint has secured two Valley spots, with plans to open its first Arizona restaurant this year.

The patio and taproom at Pinnacle Brewing Co.

Quick, get to the patio! Here are the best beer gardens to enjoy before summer

By Sara CrockerApril 18, 2025

Summer is coming in hot, so it’s time to squeeze the most out of patio season. Here are our top spots to grab a cold one.

‘We need stability.’ Local brewers, Arizona politicians talk tariffs

‘We need stability.’ Local brewers, Arizona politicians talk tariffs

By Sara CrockerApril 16, 2025

Brewery owners gathered with Gov. Katie Hobbs and Rep. Greg Stanton in Tempe to discuss how tariffs hurt local businesses.

New Grand Avenue cafe brings a ‘taste of Iceland’ to Phoenix

New Grand Avenue cafe brings a ‘taste of Iceland’ to Phoenix

By Sara CrockerApril 16, 2025

The shop sells traditional Icelandic skyr, pronounced like skier, in bowls, smoothies and other treats.

Elevated Arcadia taco and margarita spot announces upcoming closure

Elevated Arcadia taco and margarita spot announces upcoming closure

By Sara CrockerApril 15, 2025

After nearly nine years in Phoenix, “it comes to an end,” chef and co-founder Richard Hinojosa shared on social media.

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Proof Bread is opening 2 new Valley shops. Here’s when and where

Proof Bread is opening 2 new Valley shops. Here’s when and where

By Sara CrockerApril 14, 2025

The popular sourdough bakery is a staple at local farmers markets. Soon, two new locations will open in the Valley.

Ukrainian baker brings traditional Easter treat to Proof Bread

Ukrainian baker brings traditional Easter treat to Proof Bread

By Sara CrockerApril 11, 2025

Sofiia Terebova and her son moved to the U.S. amid the war with Russia. Her family’s Easter bread offers a taste of home.

Don Guerra’s Barrio Bagel & Slice opens in Gilbert. Take a look inside

Don Guerra’s Barrio Bagel & Slice opens in Gilbert. Take a look inside

By Sara CrockerApril 10, 2025

The hotly anticipated fast-casual restaurant from James Beard Award-winning baker Don Guerra opens Thursday.

Retro Scottsdale Taco Bell closing this week, marks end of an era

Retro Scottsdale Taco Bell closing this week, marks end of an era

By Sara CrockerApril 10, 2025

“Over time, all this stuff has changed,” says one long-time Taco Bell fan, “but this stayed the same.”

Importers stockpile tequila, Phoenix bars brace for price hikes amid tariffs

Importers stockpile tequila, Phoenix bars brace for price hikes amid tariffs

By Sara CrockerApril 9, 2025

“Without knowing what Trump does on a daily basis, we would rather plan for the worst,” says Tequila Corrido’s president.

The Lovesack Dumpling team.

This Roosevelt Row eatery is hitting the road. Find Lovebite at Coachella

By Sara CrockerApril 9, 2025

When Coachella organizers reached out to Lovebite, it didn’t seem real. But the cute dumpling briefcases are headed to Indio.

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Popular downtown pizzeria set to close. Here’s how to get a final slice

Popular downtown pizzeria set to close. Here’s how to get a final slice

By Sara CrockerApril 8, 2025

Customers have a few weeks left to snag a slice of Tammie Coe’s creative pizzas as the chef teases, “I’m not done yet.”

The 5 best bites we tasted at Phoenix restaurants in March

The 5 best bites we tasted at Phoenix restaurants in March

By Sara Crocker and OthersApril 4, 2025

Standout sandwiches and top-notch tacos wowed the Phoenix New Times food team in March.

Buck & Rider team crafts new restaurant concept for Old Town Scottsdale

Buck & Rider team crafts new restaurant concept for Old Town Scottsdale

By Sara CrockerApril 3, 2025

The new eatery, named Pinyon after the trees that grow in the Mediterranean and Southwest, is scheduled to open this fall.

Longtime Valley brewery has closed after more than a decade

Longtime Valley brewery has closed after more than a decade

By Sara CrockerMarch 31, 2025

After serving stouts, IPAs and other popular craft brews for over 10 years, this Mesa brewery has closed its doors.

An exclusive first look at new Sonoran restaurant Glenrosa

An exclusive first look at new Sonoran restaurant Glenrosa

By Sara CrockerMarch 28, 2025

The new spot specializes in wood-fired Sonoran fare and will debut at Tempe’s Grass Clippings Rolling Hills Golf Course.

Game On: Title 9 tunes into women’s sports movement with new bar and grill

By Sara CrockerMarch 25, 2025

“Basketball saved my life,” Audrey Corley says. She and Melrose neighbor Kat Moore opened Arizona’s first women’s sports bar.

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Celebrity chef Guy Fieri

Guy Fieri returns to Paradise Valley Burger Co. Here’s how to watch

By Sara CrockerMarch 24, 2025

Fieri loves Phoenix. The unique burger joint is the latest Valley restaurant to get a visit.

Culinary dream team opens casual burger joint. Here’s what to order

Culinary dream team opens casual burger joint. Here’s what to order

By Sara CrockerMarch 24, 2025

The awarded chefs behind Santo and Tacos Chiwas opened Main Burgers in January. The In-N-Out-inspired spot packs a punch.

Valley staple The Vig plans new restaurant at former Paradise Valley Mall

Valley staple The Vig plans new restaurant at former Paradise Valley Mall

By Sara CrockerMarch 20, 2025

The popular tavern joins 10 other restaurants and bars opening at PV. Here’s what to expect.

Pozole bowl at Alebrijes Cafe & Grill.

The 10 best Mexican restaurants in metro Phoenix

By Tirion Boan and OthersMarch 20, 2025

With food from Sonora to Chihuahua and Michoacán to Oaxaca, these are the best Mexican restaurants in the Valley.

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