Tim Chow
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July 4 lands on a Saturday this year, meaning the party gets started a day early. For those who don’t skip town to head to the beach, Valley restaurants are ready to make the holiday weekend one to remember. Some spots are offering deals and discounts, while others are getting creative with red, white and blue drinks and desserts.
If you’re looking to go out to eat on Friday or Saturday, make sure to check the hours of your favorite restaurant. Many small businesses close for the holiday, or have worked the long weekend into their annual summer breaks.
Fret not, there are plenty of spots ready to help you celebrate. These eight Phoenix restaurants and bars are offering deals and specials for July 4 weekend.
Provided by Buck & Rider
Buck & Rider
Multiple locations
At the three Valley locations of the seafood-focused restaurant, Buck & Rider, drink specials are on deck for July 4. When customers purchase a meal, they can choose between four signature cocktails for $4 each. Sip on the Sant’ Andrea Spritz with citrus-cello, the cucumber and yuzu Secret Garden, the Diego Rivera paloma or the Golden Hour, made with bourbon, sherry, honey and chamomile.
Foley Ranch Boots & BBQ
21001 N. Tatum Blvd., #93
Located in Desert Ridge Marketplace, Foley Ranch Boots & BBQ is getting in the spirit of America’s birthday with three days of celebrations. From July 3 through 5, customers can chow down on all-you-can-eat St. Louis-style ribs for $25 paired with $3 Coors, $4 wells and green tea shots and $5 Montana teas. Each night, there will be live music from bands including Marble Heart, BootHill and dueling guitars followed by a live DJ for late-night dancing.
Provided by Grimaldi’s Pizzeria
Grimaldi’s Pizzeria
Multiple locations
Valley locations of Grimaldi’s Pizzeria have created a Red, White and BBQ menu for the holiday, which includes a barbecue chicken pizza and Celebration Cheesecake topped with red and blue sprinkles. Pair your slices with seasonal cocktails or the Liberty Cooler Blue mocktail. From July 1 through 5, customers can also get an 18-inch traditional pizza for $17.76.
Ingo’s Tasty Food
4502 N. 40th St.
7087 E. Mayo Blvd.
Nothing says summer like a frozen cocktail, and Ingo’s Tasty Food offers a great one. The Arcadia eatery’s Frozen Greyhounds have a dedicated following and all day on July 4, they’ll be just $4. The deal is available at the Arcadia and Scottsdale locations of Ingo’s, and the gin and grapefruit sippers must be paired with food.
The Living Room
20751 N. Pima Road, #120, Scottsdale
DC Ranch hangout, The Living Room, is inviting customers to come and relax all weekend with three days of specials. From Friday through Sunday, Tito’s vodka, beers and glasses of house red, white or rosé will be $4 each.
Milkshake Factory
Multiple locations
Milkshake Factory, in Chandler, Gilbert and Scottsdale, is offering fans a chance to cool off and save some money this July 4. The sweet shop is offering buy-one-get-one-free milkshakes with flavors from their All American Classics menu. Options include strawberry shortcake, apple pie, banana pudding and confetti birthday cake to celebrate America’s birthday.
SanTan Brewing Co.
8 S. San Marcos Place, Chandler
SanTan Brewing Co. may be known for its beers, but on July 4, the Chandler brewpub is getting creative with colorful shots. Available for $6 each, the Freedom Shooters balance layers of vodka, blue Curacao, cream of coconut, lemonade and strawberry puree, resulting in festive stripes of red, white and blue. The brewpub is also open for brunch on July 4, starting at 9 a.m. to get the holiday party started.
Provided by SugarJam The Southern Kitchen.
SugarJam The Southern Kitchen
15111 Hayden Road, #170, Scottsdale
Another option for a colorful, festive cocktail enjoyed over brunch is SugarJam The Southern Kitchen. This north Scottsdale eatery is serving the Stars & Spritz, a red, white and blue creation with layers of watermelon schnapps, agave, lemon, mint, Champagne and blue Curacao. Reservations are recommended at this popular, high-energy brunch spot.
