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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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Kitsune Brewing Co. expands with sake, cider and ramen on tap for 2025

Kitsune Brewing Co. expands with sake, cider and ramen on tap for 2025

By Sara CrockerJanuary 28, 2025

The North Phoenix brewer is expanding beyond beer, to offer drinks for everyone. A new restaurant will join the party soon.

Tres Leches Cafe drink.

Tres Leches Cafe to close Phoenix coffee shop following legal battle

By Sara CrockerJanuary 24, 2025

The colorful cafe served coffee and pan dulce for nearly seven years. A legal dispute continues to brew in the background.

This Mesa farm feeds a tiny diner. Here’s a look behind the scenes

This Mesa farm feeds a tiny diner. Here’s a look behind the scenes

By Sara CrockerJanuary 23, 2025

In a Mesa suburb, a small farm grows fresh produce. Now, an awarded chef is cooking diner staples steps from the fields.

‘It’s thrilling.’ Phoenix chefs react to James Beard Award recognition

‘It’s thrilling.’ Phoenix chefs react to James Beard Award recognition

By Sara CrockerJanuary 23, 2025

When the 2025 semifinalists were announced, some chefs were fixing their ovens or shopping. Soon, their days changed.

Revered West Valley pizzeria to close this summer

Revered West Valley pizzeria to close this summer

By Sara CrockerJanuary 22, 2025

The Valley restaurant was a pioneer for artisanal pizza. Here’s how to visit for one more Neapolitan or Roman slice.

How working with the land drew an awarded chef to a tiny diner in Mesa

How working with the land drew an awarded chef to a tiny diner in Mesa

By Sara CrockerJanuary 22, 2025

Steadfast Diner brings together farm owners Erich and Yvonne Schultz and for a new farm-to-table spot.

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Uncle Bear’s brewery closed, but you can still find its beers

Uncle Bear’s brewery closed, but you can still find its beers

By Sara CrockerJanuary 21, 2025

As Uncle Bear’s hits 25 years, the Valley brewery and restaurant is changing direction. Here’s what to know.

Two bartenders making drinks.

Arizona Cocktail Weekend returns for another round this spring

By Sara CrockerJanuary 17, 2025

Sip cocktails from the world’s best bars, cheer on your local bartender and more during this spirited weekend.

Mensho Ramen to open its second Valley restaurant this weekend

Mensho Ramen to open its second Valley restaurant this weekend

By Sara CrockerJanuary 15, 2025

Here’s when and where the new Phoenix location will welcome its first customers.

Chef Bernie Kantak to open sushi, matcha bar in Arcadia

Chef Bernie Kantak to open sushi, matcha bar in Arcadia

By Sara CrockerJanuary 9, 2025

Here’s what to know about the celebrated Valley chef’s newest concept.

Richard Blais’ latest restaurant opens in Scottsdale. Take a look inside

Richard Blais’ latest restaurant opens in Scottsdale. Take a look inside

By Sara CrockerJanuary 8, 2025

Tiki Taka is the final of six concepts opened by the celebrity chef at Grand Hyatt Scottsdale Resort.

Teresa Nguyen stands in a food hall.

Tempe Eats food hall has closed. Here’s what’s next for the space

By Sara CrockerJanuary 7, 2025

The food hall, and the eight restaurants inside, were open for less than a year.

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Industry Standard makes Roosevelt Row debut. Here’s what to expect

Industry Standard makes Roosevelt Row debut. Here’s what to expect

By Sara CrockerJanuary 6, 2025

A group of industry pros teamed up to create the new restaurant, serving globally inspired dishes and craft cocktails.

MaryLee Kitchens serves East Coast comfort at Tempe’s Yucca Tap Room

MaryLee Kitchens serves East Coast comfort at Tempe’s Yucca Tap Room

By Sara CrockerJanuary 3, 2025

The local “diner on wheels” finds a place to park at the longstanding Tempe bar and arcade.

Kristen Martinez sits in a booth with a tray of two tacos.

MB Foodhouse brings Tex-Mex tacos to Phoenix coffeehouse

By Sara CrockerJanuary 3, 2025

Kristen Martinez is now serving her El Paso-inspired breakfast tacos in the Coronado neighborhood.

The 12 most exciting restaurants, bars and breweries opening in 2025

By Sara CrockerJanuary 2, 2025

From Main Burgers to Catch, we can’t wait for these new food and drink destinations to arrive in Phoenix.

Din Tai Fung targets 2026 opening for Scottsdale restaurant

Din Tai Fung targets 2026 opening for Scottsdale restaurant

By Sara CrockerJanuary 2, 2025

The award-winning restaurant will bring its renowned soup dumplings to Scottsdale Fashion Square, but not for another year.

The 12 best bites and sips we tried at Phoenix restaurants in 2024

By Tirion Boan and OthersDecember 23, 2024

As the Phoenix New Times food team tasted our way around the Valley, these dishes and drinks stood out above the rest in 2024.

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Exceptional eats: Phoenix’s best new restaurants of 2024

Exceptional eats: Phoenix’s best new restaurants of 2024

By Tirion Boan and OthersDecember 19, 2024

Throughout the year, standout restaurants have opened across the Valley. Here are the top 10.

Donate before you dine out at these 7 Phoenix restaurants and bars

By Sara CrockerDecember 18, 2024

Take part in the season of giving with these Valley drives and fundraisers at local bars and restaurants.

Booth seating at Bar Cena.

Scottsdale’s Bar Cena is closing. Here’s how to visit one last time

By Sara CrockerDecember 17, 2024

The third restaurant and cocktail lounge from chef Dom Ruggiero is set to close after the holidays.

Baking this holiday? This Phoenix couple crafts local vanilla extract

Baking this holiday? This Phoenix couple crafts local vanilla extract

By Sara CrockerDecember 13, 2024

Ty and Cate Wears make extract, vanilla bean paste and decadent sugars, perfect for locally inspired holiday baking.

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