Ice House Tavern

Obvious, but: the Ice House Tavern is cold. Multiple layers of glass separate the bar from AZ Ice Arcadia, the hockey and ice-skating rink it shares space with, but the chilly air finds a way through. During Phoenix summers, of course, it’s a godsend. You can enjoy a domestic or craft beer and fried pickles […]

Icehouse

This multiroom mega-venue in downtown Phoenix has hosted numerous raves and underground dance parties over the past decade. Talented turntablists will spin hardcore and house within its cavernous concrete walls while club kids and glowstick types get their PLUR on and sweat up a storm.

Ichi Ban Japanese Restaurant & Sushi

Don’t confuse this small, local restaurant with one of the many similarly named Japanese restaurants spread throughout the country. This central Phoenix spot has been open for years, mostly catering to the busy working lunch crowd in the area. Diners can score a great deal on a buffet-style sushi and seafood fest, or pick from […]

Iguana Mack’s Arizona Roadhouse

It used to be that a roadhouse was a simple oasis of comfort on a long rugged road or trail-a rough-around-the-edges joint that served all of your needs. These great old landmarks are mostly gone, but Iguana Mack’s provides their spirit with a fine selection of cold beer, juicy steaks, and crusty, cut-loose entertainment. A […]

IKEA

Let’s face it — people aren’t coming here just to eat Swedish meatballs, gravlax, and open-faced shrimp sandwiches. They’re fueling up on cheap, hearty grub that’ll inspire hours of shopping at this mega-retailer. The cafeteria setup makes for an easy bite when you’d rather spend your time perusing the furniture.

Il Vinaio Restaurant

This uniquely elegant wine bar and restaurant (its name means “wine merchant” in Italian) serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Chef James Bacon prides himself on a talent for pairing food and wine, and it’s evident at this family-owned downtown Mesa staple. Start with the Share Platter, a mélange of roasted vegetables, olives, artichokes, caper berries […]

Imperial Market & Deli

In 2010, this Jewish market and deli, which has served excellent imported meats since 2006, opened a dining room for sit-down table service. The large menu includes all the delicatessen favorites and many more sandwiches, including shwarma, kebabs, falafel, freshly ground burgers, and schnitzel, in addition to entree-size platters of stuffed cabbage rolls, roasted chicken, […]

India Grill

This casual, family-owned restaurant in south Tempe serves up decent and affordable Indian cuisine with an emphasis on the northern region’s creamier, richer, and moderately spicy dishes and cooking styles. Skip the complimentary naan and order Kashmir naan or onion kulcha to pair with top-notch dishes like lamb curry, mutter paneer, and chicken tikka masala. […]