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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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Bad Jimmy’s to open burger bar in Scottsdale this week

Bad Jimmy’s to open burger bar in Scottsdale this week

By Sara CrockerMarch 19, 2025

The bar and smash burger spot from chef James Piazza will make its Scottsdale debut in the former Starlite BBQ.

Downtown food, agave and art festival brings the ‘Spirits of Mexico’ to Phoenix

Downtown food, agave and art festival brings the ‘Spirits of Mexico’ to Phoenix

By Sara CrockerMarch 18, 2025

Spirits of Mexico returns to Heritage Square for a third year to show off “natural beauty, rich history and unique flavors.”

Tastemakers: 8 women making big moves in Valley restaurants

Tastemakers: 8 women making big moves in Valley restaurants

By Sara CrockerMarch 14, 2025

These entrepreneurs have started cafes, restaurants and breweries that have splashed onto the Valley’s food and drink scene.

Utah cafe chain swiftly shutters 6 Valley restaurants

Utah cafe chain swiftly shutters 6 Valley restaurants

By Sara CrockerMarch 13, 2025

Kneaders Bakery & Cafe quietly closed outposts from Gilbert’s SanTan Village to Surprise. Here’s where you can still visit.

10 dining, drinks deals for St. Patrick’s Day around Phoenix

10 dining, drinks deals for St. Patrick’s Day around Phoenix

By Sara CrockerMarch 13, 2025

The specials at these Valley restaurants, bakeries and bars will help you see (and save) green when you toast St. Paddy’s.

A Phoenix women’s sports bar opens Saturday. Meet Title 9 Sports Grill

A Phoenix women’s sports bar opens Saturday. Meet Title 9 Sports Grill

By Sara CrockerMarch 12, 2025

“This isn’t just another sports bar; it’s a movement,” says co-founder Kat Moore. What to expect the new bar and restaurant.

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Your guide to every celebrity chef restaurant in Phoenix

Your guide to every celebrity chef restaurant in Phoenix

By Sara CrockerMarch 7, 2025

Grab a bite to eat and keep an eye on the kitchen at these Valley restaurants. You never know who might stop by.

Every new restaurant at Uptown Plaza, and what’s coming next

Every new restaurant at Uptown Plaza, and what’s coming next

By Sara CrockerMarch 6, 2025

Following the closure of staple bars and restaurants, Uptown Plaza is evolving. Here’s what’s next for the historic center.

Bartender from Carry On takes home the trophy at Last Slinger Standing

Bartender from Carry On takes home the trophy at Last Slinger Standing

By Sara CrockerMarch 6, 2025

Ruben Fernandez, III, has crafted cocktails for nearly a decade in Phoenix. On Monday, he won the coveted mixology competition.

The Henry sets opening date for new Uptown Plaza restaurant

The Henry sets opening date for new Uptown Plaza restaurant

By Sara CrockerMarch 5, 2025

The second location of the popular New American eatery replaces Applebee’s at Uptown Plaza. Here’s what to expect.

Fine dining chef launches fast-casual Mediterranean eatery in Chandler

Fine dining chef launches fast-casual Mediterranean eatery in Chandler

By Sara CrockerMarch 5, 2025

The owners of destination Indian restaurant Feringhee are opening a ‘fast, fun’ spot next door. Here’s what to expect at Faava.

The 10 best rooftop bars for sunset sipping in Phoenix

By Tirion Boan and OthersMarch 4, 2025

Offering cocktails, nibbles and unparalleled Valley views, these are metro Phoenix’s best rooftop bars.

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Suhoor Fest, night market and food festival, hosts 3 Valley events during Ramadan

Suhoor Fest, night market and food festival, hosts 3 Valley events during Ramadan

By Sara CrockerMarch 4, 2025

With three upcoming night markets, Suhoor Fest promises local eats, shopping and community until 3 a.m. in Gilbert.

Monsoon Market duo debuts Phoenix coffee shop. Meet Strip Mall

Monsoon Market duo debuts Phoenix coffee shop. Meet Strip Mall

By Sara CrockerMarch 3, 2025

The owners of Monsoon Market are bringing their eye for design and love of local coffee to Strip Mall. Here’s what to expect.

2025 Arizona Cocktail Weekend: Your guide to the best parties and pours

2025 Arizona Cocktail Weekend: Your guide to the best parties and pours

By Sara CrockerFebruary 28, 2025

Arizona Cocktail Weekend is starting to look like a circus (in a good way). Here’s your guide to the best parties and pours.

Global bites, cheap beers make Industry Standard a fit on Roosevelt Row

Global bites, cheap beers make Industry Standard a fit on Roosevelt Row

By Sara CrockerFebruary 28, 2025

Industry Standard opened in January, aiming to become a neighborhood spot with good food and great service. So far? Success.

The 5 best bites and sips we tasted around the Valley in February

By Tirion Boan and OthersFebruary 27, 2025

A tiny sandwich and a positively enormous one topped our list of the most delicious things we tried all month.

Devour 2025: Winners and scenes from the Desert Botanical Garden food festival

By Sara Crocker and OthersFebruary 26, 2025

Arizona’s top chefs showcased their creations and enjoyed some friendly competition among the cactus gardens.

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New downtown Chandler restaurant George & Gather to open this spring

New downtown Chandler restaurant George & Gather to open this spring

By Sara CrockerFebruary 24, 2025

“Making delicious, crave-worthy food with ingredients that you can trust” is the focus for the Chandler couple behind the new eatery.

Cave Creek taproom to replace Huss Brewing Co. in Phoenix. Here’s what to know

By Sara CrockerFebruary 21, 2025

Mike Chapman managed the Huss taproom for five years. Now, the Chapmans are bringing their own beer bar to Uptown Plaza.

A Cadillac-style margarita from Urban Agave.

Say cheers to National Margarita Day at these 10 Phoenix spots

By Sara CrockerFebruary 20, 2025

Salt or not, what better time to enjoy a delicious tequila cocktail than National Margarita Day?

Eat here: Our annual list of the 100 Phoenix restaurants we can’t live without

Eat here: Our annual list of the 100 Phoenix restaurants we can’t live without

By Tirion Boan and OthersFebruary 20, 2025

Eating in Phoenix has never been better. From casual spots to date-night destinations, these restaurants are the reason why.

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