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The folks behind the successful Essence Catering have branched out with this laid-back Tempe caf
This exceptional Ethiopian restaurant in East Phoenix features enticing scents, bold flavors, and warm – if somewhat language-challenged – service, courtesy of owner Abebech Ejersa, an Ethiopian immigrant who arrived in the Valley a few years ago. Traditional wat platters are the go-to dish, but hot bowls of fragrant yebeg tibs (lamb marinated in garlic […]
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You’ll have to hunt a bit to find Extreme Sushi. The small, counter-service restaurant is tucked into the corner of a sprawling strip mall near 43rd Avenue and Thomas Road. But if you’re game to try new things, it’s worth the effort in order to sample unusual Mex-sushi rolls like the cocodrilo (the crocodile), a […]
This Roosevelt Row gallery has been the “it” place to see and be seen on downtown Phoenix First Fridays for years. eye lounge, an artist-run collective, has been around since 1999 but at its current location since Decemeber 2001. It’s a staple in the underground arts scene, a must-see spot on First Fridays and a […]
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We thought we were going back again and again to Fair Trade because they offer 75-cent refills on tea and coffee, but then we started to notice the dynamic crowd, and the cool music, and the cool-weather outdoor seating options, and we realized we were in love with everything here! Especially the strong brew, served […]
Most of the Tex-Mex selections offered by this fun but noisy Houston-based operation are strictly turista. But the fajitas — served sizzling-hot and smoking — are absolutely wonderful.
When an eatery feels more like a well-loved home than a restaurant, there’s a good chance some excellent food is about to land on your table. At Fàme Caffe, that table is wooden, adorned with fresh rosemary, and topped with a small bottle of house-made hot sauce. Glance around, and you’ll see basketed fruits, liquor […]
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We want to give this homey spot all the love while selfishly wanting to keep it a secret, but here we are, spilling our feelings. Tucked away in a busy strip mall, this diminutive bar, where shelves of wine bottles line the walls, is gloriously unpretentious. The crowd and staff are welcoming, and the vibe […]
Opened in spring 2019 on the offshores of Roosevelt Row in downtown Phoenix, The Farish House is a self-proclaimed neighborhood bistro, ideal for a date night or a quiet family dinner. Seated inside this 1899 brick home, you often feel as though you’re dining behind the velvet ropes of a historic museum. Farish is operated […]
The only thing we don’t love about this amazing getaway is that it is closed during the summer, when we most want its comforting cool ambiance and tasty lunches. Its pecan tree grove provides canopies of shaded, outdoor dining; its acres of green grass open onto organic gardens and three separate restaurants(one each for breakfast, […]