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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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Three restaurants coming to Biltmore’s Esplanade

Three restaurants coming to Biltmore’s Esplanade

By Sara CrockerSeptember 25, 2024

Former MercBar pros have a luxe Mexican restaurant, upscale tavern and the revival of a Jewish deli in the works.

This Phoenix Thai restaurant was named one of the top 50 in America

By Sara CrockerSeptember 24, 2024

“Mookata is awesome!” says restaurant owner Yotaka “Sunny” Martin. The New York Times seems to agree.

Dishes from Flower Child

New Paradise Valley Mall restaurant openings underway

By Sara CrockerSeptember 24, 2024

Flower Child opens today, ushering in the first of 10 new eateries, bars and shops at the redevelopment of the old mall site

Chef Joey Maggiore’s new restaurant The Italiano opens in Scottsdale

Chef Joey Maggiore’s new restaurant The Italiano opens in Scottsdale

By Sara CrockerSeptember 20, 2024

Known for Hash Kitchen, The Sicilian Butcher and The Mexicano, the local chef says his new restaurant is “truly our best concept yet.”

Savor these 6 menus during Arizona Restaurant Week

Savor these 6 menus during Arizona Restaurant Week

By Sara CrockerSeptember 19, 2024

The fall event begins on Friday and runs for 10 days. Here are six special menus we can’t wait to try.

Hidden Haunts: Phoenix welcomes a new era of outspoken speakeasies

Hidden Haunts: Phoenix welcomes a new era of outspoken speakeasies

By Sara CrockerSeptember 19, 2024

Speakeasies are having a moment in the Valley. Here’s what’s behind the hidden bar boom.

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Outside The Larder & The Delta.

The Larder & The Delta returns with a new home and menu

By Sara CrockerSeptember 18, 2024

“I’m standing on the shoulders of giants,” says chef Stephen Jones as he debuts the next iteration of his iconic restaurant.

Postino, North Italia, Blanco to open soon in Peoria. What to know

Postino, North Italia, Blanco to open soon in Peoria. What to know

By Sara CrockerSeptember 10, 2024

The three new restaurants are coming to The Park at 83 this fall and winter.

The 5 best bites and sips we tasted around Phoenix in August

The 5 best bites and sips we tasted around Phoenix in August

By Tirion Boan and OthersSeptember 9, 2024

Homemade pasta and creative cocktails wowed the Phoenix New Times food team in August.

The Guadalupe on Main team.

The Guadalupe on Main opens with craft drinks and Jalisco flair

By Sara CrockerSeptember 6, 2024

A group of industry veterans have teamed up to launch a new restaurant and bar in Mesa.

Rendering of Fromation Brewing.

A new brewery is opening on Roosevelt Row, imported from Denver

By Sara CrockerSeptember 4, 2024

Denver Beer Co., an award-winning Colorado craft brewer, plans to open a new concept in downtown Phoenix this fall.

Rendering of the inside of Carmen Cantina.

Pedal Haus owner to open downtown Phoenix tiki bar and Tempe cantina

By Sara CrockerSeptember 4, 2024

Julian Wright is known for Pedal Haus, Sake Haus, Luckys Indoor Outdoor and more. Now, he has two new concepts in the works.

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Chef Clinton Lomayma and Beau MacMillan

Cala, restaurant from Beau MacMillan, names new executive chef

By Sara CrockerSeptember 4, 2024

The Mediterranean-inspired Scottsdale restaurant has a new chef at the helm.

The Maggiore family.

With Patricia’s Pizza, Melissa Maggiore Meyer honors her parents

By Sara CrockerSeptember 3, 2024

Paying homage to Tomaso Maggiore’s first restaurant, Patricia’s Pizza will arrive in the north Valley this fall.

Patio of The Pairing Room.

Former staff sue downtown Phoenix restaurant owner for unpaid wages

By Sara CrockerAugust 30, 2024

Chef, bartenders and servers at The Pairing Room, Throne Brewing say they are owed wages and tips.

Developer Kell Duncan.

Meet Kell Duncan, the developer shaping the future of Phoenix

By Sara CrockerAugust 22, 2024

Kell Duncan has made a lasting impact on downtown Phoenix with The Churchill. Now, he has three new projects in the works.

Little O's patio.

Little O’s original Phoenix brewpub and patio has closed

By Sara CrockerAugust 20, 2024

The O.H.S.O. sibling’s McDowell Road location closed its doors on Tuesday after nearly four years.

‘American Tacos’ guide includes two Phoenix eateries

‘American Tacos’ guide includes two Phoenix eateries

By Sara CrockerAugust 16, 2024

The definitive history and guide to tacos across the country got an update. It now includes two Phoenix spots.

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Harris and Walz visit 2 Phoenix restaurants on Valley campaign stop

Harris and Walz visit 2 Phoenix restaurants on Valley campaign stop

By Sara CrockerAugust 12, 2024

Tamales and Spam were on the menu for the vice president and her running mate, Gov. Tim Walz.

Tray of food from Birdcall.

8 Phoenix dining deals to help you save this back-to-school season

By Sara CrockerAugust 9, 2024

Save some dough with dining deals and student discounts at these Phoenix restaurants.

Thai pop-up Wanwaan says goodbye for now, announces final dates

Thai pop-up Wanwaan says goodbye for now, announces final dates

By Sara CrockerAugust 8, 2024

Four friends from Chiang Mai brought sizzling Thai food to Phoenix. But now, they’re closing up shop.

Following a kitchen fire, The Mexicano will be closed for months

Following a kitchen fire, The Mexicano will be closed for months

By Sara CrockerAugust 8, 2024

After a fire broke out in the kitchen, Chef Joey Maggiore’s Mexican restaurant has temporarily closed.

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