Joe’s Farm Grill

Come-and-get-it counter service leads to big orders of thick-crusted onion rings, crisp and sweet and piping hot, and a grilled wedge salad that’s cut in two, its outer leaves lightly seared, its center globbed with blue cheese dressing, chopped tomato, and bacon bits. The beet salad, dressed with a lightly citrusy vinaigrette, was overpowered by […]

Joe’s Real BBQ

Barbecue is the name of Joe’s game. The two-meat plate offers a diner’s choice of any two meats; best are the white-meat turkey, surprisingly moist and flavorful, and the sausage, which has a super-spicy kick and a nice, crispy skin. Both are even better when dipped into Joe’s dark, savory barbecue sauce, served on the […]

Joe’s Midnight Run

Joe’s Midnight Run is a nostalgia-fueled, ’90s-themed restaurant and bar in north central Phoenix’s trendy Seventh Street corridor, situated in the former site of the neighborhood’s 24-hour liquor store. The restaurant’s sleek and stylish midcentury dining room is nicely complemented by an eclectic and ambitious menu of wood-fired fare, including small plates like roasted veggies […]

Joey’s of Chicago

The proliferation of Chicago-style hot dogs and Italian beef sandwiches in the Valley continues with this local chain, whose stores are adorned with all things Windy City: street signs, sports regalia, a mural of the city’s famed skyline, even a Chicago map on which locals can pinpoint their provenance. The good news for the Valley’s […]

Joey’s of Chicago

The proliferation of Chicago-style hot dogs and Italian beef sandwiches in the Valley continues with this local chain, whose stores are adorned with all things Windy City: street signs, sports regalia, a mural of the city’s famed skyline, even a Chicago map on which locals can pinpoint their provenance. The good news for the Valley’s […]

Johnny Fox’s

Robbie Fox’s little brother Johnny is just as much as a happy hour troublemaker as his former older Tempe sib. Half off the entire menu from 3 to 6 p.m. Monday through Friday means $3 Jameson shots, $6 shots of Macallan 15-year, and $7 bowls of lamb stew. The public house is full of old-school […]

JOJO Coffeehouse

JOJO Coffeehouse is a breakfast and brunch restaurant that also offers signature coffee and espresso drinks. Not your typical coffee shop, they also have a great selection of craft beers, wine, mimosas, sangria, and kombucha drinks. JOJO Coffeehouse is quickly becoming one of the hottest new restaurants for breakfast and brunch in Old Town Scottsdale. […]

Jollof King

The exterior is pure strip mall, the interior is modern and sleek, and the setup is quick-service and buffet style. But the food from the 2018-established Jollof King in south Tempe goes back generations and generations in west Africa, with a few personal touches from the cooks and owners. The two-page menu features Ghanaian food […]

Jonathan Robins Bakery

Even for those who don’t like olives, something magical happens to transform the salty, bitter flavor when they are baked into bread. Don’t believe us? Find a way to get your hands on a loaf baked by Jonathan Robins Bakery to try the best kalamata olive bread in town. It’s packed full of olives, making […]

Jordan’s Mexican Food

It’s tough to find a local who doesn’t have a story about Jordan’s, because this restaurant has been around since the 50s, serving Mexican fare. A unique item: Sour Cream Cheese Enchiladas, which we’ve never seen on any other menu. They’re full of Philadelphia cream cheese, and topped with sour cream, cheddar, and scallions.

JP Pancake

Craving waffles in the East Valley when it’s too early to chase down a waffle truck? You’re in luck. Jeanne Dahl’s cheery Gilbert diner, JP Pancake, serves up not only her signature baked griddlecakes, but solid coffee and fluffy, malted Belgian waffles. These thick, breakfasty confections are crisped to a golden crust on the outside […]

Juba Restaurant

The prize of the Somali community in Phoenix, located in a strip mall they should start calling Little Mogadishu to reflect not only the demographics of the shop owners, but also of the residents of the surrounding area. The recently refurbished interior is clean and pleasant, and the food is outstanding with a two-section menu: […]

Juice Core

Juice Core is a no-nonsense 100 percent organic juice bar for seriously healthy people. The space is low-key with a bar and a few stools, an artfully drawn chalkboard menu, and a refrigerator. Whether you’re a new juicer or a seasoned veteran, Juice Core specializes in the per diem method of juicing so you can […]

Julio G’s Mexican Restaurant

Not a bad neighborhood spot for tasty Mexican fare. Flavors and textures are distinct, and food is carefully plated. Try the machaca chimi or the shrimp fajitas, and lay on the lime-rich guacamole. Read our review.