These days it’s easy to find a bakery that specializes in the pastry trend of the week. Cupcakes? Yup. Macarons? You bet. But what about a place with an array of sweet delights ranging from hard-to-find European pastries to handmade chocolates. For that, you’ll want Le Napeleon bakery on the west side of town. It’s […]
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It’s hard to imagine a more natural pairing than bowling and cocktails. Ever since The Big Lebowski and its protagonist, The Dude, achieved cult status, the notion of sipping White Russians while rolling one toward the pins has been ingrained in viewers. Pretty much any old bar will do, but the management at Let It […]
A place to eat hot dogs with suggestive names and catch local and touring indie bands? Sold. Maybe you want a craft cocktail while you’re digging a killer DJ, or you could just be hanging out and catching up with friends. Folks shooting pool, dancing and gaming are some of what you’ll see happening at […]
Little Miss BBQ is a popular barbecue restaurant — a very popular barbecue restaurant. It is the kind of joint where, while waiting in line, a piece of tape may get slapped over an item on the large, displayed menu, exacerbating your order anxiety. But that’s all part of the experience. If you’re not on […]
This down-home dive in Cave Creek has all the accouterments of a typical one-horse-town drinkin’ hole – save for the dirt floors. Everybody seems to know everybody here, and the regulars have been breaking in the barstools for years. In addition to the stiffer-than-usual drinks, dart boards, and pool tables, Loft Again also hosts live […]
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This thriving enterprise produces those giant Mexican sammies known as tortas. These are the Godzillas of the sandwich world and could easily kick any ciabatta’s butt and then go on to feed a family of six. The Torta del Rey is like a Mexican Dagwood, with fried beef, ham, egg, chorizo, avocado and about a […]
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 […]
Craft beer bars are pretty similar: large beer selection, local stuff, lots of taps. Lovecraft kicks that up a notch and injects a dose of personality to the Phoenix craft beer bar. Its theme is New Mexican. Fiery chiles lace the mac-n-cheese, lobster bisque and burritos, and a ristra dangles by the entrance. Its small […]
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Though it seems a little out of place in a northside strip mall, Magnum’s is worth the trip for cigar lovers in search of a tasteful place for a puff and a pour. Past a sizable retail selection of beer, wine, and spirits you’ll find a 450-square-foot walk-in humidor and a sophisticated, Prohibition-style speakeasy. The […]
Marigold Maison could be considered a reincarnation of the original Bombay Spice Grill. The restaurant, which is tucked into the side of a north Phoenix strip mall, still feels slightly like its former self. Yes, the dining room is handsomely decorated with murals and hanging lanterns; it also features an open kitchen clearly designed for […]
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In a North Phoenix strip mall you’ll find freshly roasted coffee beans at Matador Coffee Roasting Company. They strive to achieve the highest quality of coffee beans and espresso drinks every day and also serve house made pastries. If you’re hungry for something more they offer a menu of sandwiches and salads as well as […]
With slats on the windows allowing air to blow in and cigarette smoke to blow out, the Maverick Saloon is considered a patio. At least that’s the technical term, and how owner Alfonso Larriva sidestepped state regulations after an 18-month renovation to allow smoking inside this North Phoenix bar. At first, newcomers may feel a […]