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Tirion Boan

Tirion Boan is the Food Editor of Phoenix New Times where she’s worked since May 2022. Tirion keeps a close eye on restaurant openings and closings, offers dining recommendations and reports on metro Phoenix food news and trends. She also publishes major annual lists like Top 100 Bars and Top 100 Restaurants, and contributes to the Best of Phoenix project. Tirion previously worked for publications including The Arizona Republic and The Tucson Weekly. She holds a bachelor’s of arts in journalism from the University of Arizona.

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This east side taco shop serves some of the best shrimp in Phoenix

This east side taco shop serves some of the best shrimp in Phoenix

By Tirion BoanMay 9, 2025

Fried to perfection, these stellar shrimp left us planning a return visit before we’d finished our tacos.

Trader Joe’s is coming to a new Valley city. What to know

Trader Joe’s is coming to a new Valley city. What to know

By Tirion BoanMay 8, 2025

America’s favorite grocery store is bringing its frozen foods, fresh flowers and affordable wine to more Valley shoppers.

Mold, bugs and random meat: The worst restaurant inspections of April

Mold, bugs and random meat: The worst restaurant inspections of April

By Tirion BoanMay 7, 2025

Inspectors found lamb heads from “a backyard slaughterhouse in Laveen,” among other unappetizing issues at Phoenix eateries.

The 6 most exciting new restaurants that opened in April

The 6 most exciting new restaurants that opened in April

By Tirion BoanMay 6, 2025

Familar spots opened new locations and brand new concepts made their Valley debut. Here are the new spots we’re hyped about.

This East Valley grocery store was named one of America’s best

This East Valley grocery store was named one of America’s best

By Tirion BoanMay 5, 2025

Not all grocery stores are created equal. One Valley supermarket was ranked No. 4 in the nation.

Tasting flight at Buqui Bichi Brewing.

This downtown Phoenix brewery has closed. What to know

By Tirion BoanMay 2, 2025

After its Chandler location shuttered in 2024, the brewery’s downtown Phoenix taproom has now closed as well.

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These 5 Arizona craft beers were named among the best in the world

These 5 Arizona craft beers were named among the best in the world

By Sara Crocker and OthersMay 2, 2025

The World Beer Cup is known as the “Olympics of beer competitions.” This year, five Arizona breweries earned top honors.

A personal pizza and pint of beer.

These 13 Phoenix restaurants and bars are now closed

By Tirion BoanMay 1, 2025

Scottsdale’s retro Taco Bell and two cocktail bars are among the Valley’s recent closures.

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

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

By Tirion Boan and OthersApril 30, 2025

Handmade pasta, refreshing cocktails and a triple-stacked burger wowed the Phoenix New Times food team in April.

High design: Phoenix plane bar named most stylish spot in North America

High design: Phoenix plane bar named most stylish spot in North America

By Tirion BoanApril 30, 2025

Phoenix’s airplane bar continues to soar, this time winning a top award for its “retro-futuristic design.”

Arcadia restaurant is ‘closed for foreseeable future’  following fire

Arcadia restaurant is ‘closed for foreseeable future’ following fire

By Tirion BoanApril 29, 2025

A busy drive-thru is empty after a blaze broke out at the Phoenix restaurant on Sunday night. Here’s what to know.

Mexico City’s Michelin-starred taqueria comes to Phoenix. How to get a taste

Mexico City’s Michelin-starred taqueria comes to Phoenix. How to get a taste

By Tirion BoanApril 28, 2025

Taquería El Califa de León is the first taco stand to earn a Michelin star. Its chef is coming to Phoenix for three events.

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CRUjiente Tacos pushes back closure following outpouring of support

CRUjiente Tacos pushes back closure following outpouring of support

By Tirion BoanApril 25, 2025

The Arcadia eatery was supposed to close on Saturday. But after fans lined up around the block, the closure has been delayed.

Last chance: 4 Phoenix restaurants will close after this weekend

Last chance: 4 Phoenix restaurants will close after this weekend

By Tirion BoanApril 25, 2025

Stop by for a final slice of pizza, pint of craft beer or glass of wine at these Valley spots before they say goodbye.

Worth Takeaway exterior.

Best breakfast sandwich in Arizona? Phoenix spots top list

By Tirion BoanApril 23, 2025

One local bakery and an East Valley sandwich shop tied for the title of the best breakfast sandwich in Arizona.

New Scottsdale bar Liquor Pig brings luxurious fun, flavor to Old Town

New Scottsdale bar Liquor Pig brings luxurious fun, flavor to Old Town

By Tirion BoanApril 22, 2025

We can confirm, the Spam cocktail is delicious. Here’s what else to order at Liquor Pig in Scottsdale.

This caramelized cake is our favorite dessert in Phoenix right now

This caramelized cake is our favorite dessert in Phoenix right now

By Tirion BoanApril 21, 2025

The menu at this uptown eatery offers a little of everything. Make sure to leave room for this decadent upside-down dessert.

The 10 best brunch restaurants in Phoenix

The 10 best brunch restaurants in Phoenix

By Tirion Boan and OthersApril 17, 2025

Whether you’re looking for pancakes, mimosas or a relaxing patio, start your day off strong at these Phoenix spots.

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9 Phoenix bars named among the best in the West

9 Phoenix bars named among the best in the West

By Tirion BoanApril 16, 2025

The Tales of the Cocktail Spirited Awards named its Regional Top 10 Honorees. Phoenix bars showed up strong.

‘So sad.’ Valley reacts to the closure of Scottsdale’s retro Taco Bell

‘So sad.’ Valley reacts to the closure of Scottsdale’s retro Taco Bell

By Tirion BoanApril 15, 2025

Arizona’s last 1960s-era Taco Bell has closed, replaced by a brand new restaurant across the street. Readers have thoughts.

Arizona Wilderness opens third Valley brewpub. Here’s a look inside

Arizona Wilderness opens third Valley brewpub. Here’s a look inside

By Tirion BoanApril 14, 2025

With desert murals and a locally sourced menu, the new restaurant and taproom made its debut this weekend.

Forget nachos and beer. Phoenix stadiums level up with luxury dining options

Forget nachos and beer. Phoenix stadiums level up with luxury dining options

By Tirion BoanApril 11, 2025

State Farm Stadium and PHX Arena are getting glamorous on gamedays with exclusive food and drink options.

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