A cafe in southeast Phoenix wants to be the next go-to spot for kolaches, baked offerings made of puffed-up dough and stuffed with savory or sweet fillings. The Kolache Cafe
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The five Ochoa sisters who own this cheerful Mexican diner use old family recipes passed along by their parents. The rule of thumb seems to be to use only fresh ingredients, not canned stuff, to prepare delicious dishes including carne asada, handmade tacos and burritos cabeza, and camarones. Their menudo draws crowds, and their secret-recipe […]
For more than a half-century, this local chain has been serving up sopapillas, enchiladas, and rellenos. Don’t take our word for it – ask President Obama, who stopped here for dinner during a post-election visit to Phoenix. The story goes that the chimichanga was invented here, and we tend to believe it – this signature […]
The moniker of this stripmall joint in Ahwatukee isn’t quite accurate – the vibe is more Irish pub-meets-IHOP. If you find yourself here, expect ordinary bar food with a few flourishes, like hot-out-of-the-oven Belgian pretzel bread.
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Everyone and their mother goes here for the delicious and many-flavored hot wings, and we admit we’ve had them, and they’re amazing. But we really dig the Spinach Artichoke Dip, delivered piping hot and topped with bubbly cheddar cheese and served with crisp tri-colored tortilla chips. We like to eat it with the Loaded Steak […]
In Ahwatukee, an Osaka native and alum of both Tsuji Culinary Institute and the inventive Japanese microchain restaurant Nobu has turned to noodles, rice bowls, curries, milk tea and a few other staples. One is Takoyaki, brown-fried orbs rich and soft and cored with bits of chopped octopus – just like chef Yusuke Kuroda’s mom […]
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Our knees just aren’t what they used to be, but we still love the freedom and beauty of running on a surface that wasn’t created by a steamroller. When we’re not in the mood for the demanding ups and downs of some of the local single-track trails in desert parks, the dirt road leading west […]
At hip, upbeat RA, you can count on some eye-candy along with your sushi order. This popular spot also functions as a trendy watering hole, so don”t expect the quiet reserve of more traditional Japanese eateries.
Is it possible that it’s been 40 years since this landmark restaurant and bar opened? It is. And what’s even more impressive than Rustler’s Roost’s longevity is its long-time commitment to preparing and serving some of the best steaks, chops and ribs in town. Whether you’re ordering a choice, center-cut Tenderfoot Filet (available in both […]
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This cozy Ahwatukee restaurant may be named after the Spanish word for “secret,” but it’s too delicious to keep under wraps. The heady smell of burning pecan wood hits your nostrils as soon as you walk through the door, a hint of scrumptious Southwestern eats to come: chorizo-stuffed pork chops, green corn tamales, and smoky […]
The décor at this Colorado-based lunch and breakfast restaurant is perky and welcoming, Jetsons retro futuristic mixed with a superficial nod toward sustainability, and the menu boasts everything from an array of eggs Benedict dishes to the Pancake of the Day.
Located about a half-hour southwest of Sky Harbor, on the other side of South Mountain, this sweet public course provides both a “true test” of golf and one of the best bangs for the buck this side of Augusta. The fairways generally are wide and forgiving, a must for our many wayward drives, though the […]