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Downtown

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Critic's Notebook

Why two downtown Phoenix nightclubs closed suddenly

By Benjamin LeathermanFebruary 20, 2026

“This was truthfully unexpected.”

New downtown barbecue spot abruptly closes after just 3 months
Restaurants

New downtown barbecue spot abruptly closes after just 3 months

By Sara CrockerFebruary 10, 2026

The brand new barbecue joint has suddenly closed after issues arose with neighbors. Here’s what to know.

Concerts

Here’s who’s playing DIY Phoenix festival Resonance in 2026

By Benjamin LeathermanFebruary 10, 2026

The one-night event at the Icehouse features 19 bands, 11 DJs and a community-driven spirit.

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Inside the colorful chaos of Phoenix Idiotarod 2026
Valley Life

Inside the colorful chaos of Phoenix Idiotarod 2026

By Benjamin LeathermanFebruary 9, 2026

The costumes and the fun were as wild as ever.

Your guide to the First Friday monthly artwalk in downtown Phoenix
Visual Arts

Your guide to the First Friday monthly artwalk in downtown Phoenix

By Jennifer GoldbergFebruary 6, 2026

February’s artwalk is packed with things to do and see.

A Breakfast Bitch coffee mug.
Restaurants

Downtown brunch spot with troubled history files for bankruptcy

By Sara CrockerFebruary 5, 2026

Bankruptcy proceedings have begun after two new lawsuits were filed against the restaurant.

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Phoenix Idiotarod returns Saturday. How to join the Valley’s wildest race
Outdoors & Rec

Phoenix Idiotarod returns Saturday. How to join the Valley’s wildest race

By Benjamin LeathermanFebruary 4, 2026

“The rules are there are no rules.”

5 new cocktail bars shaking up downtown Phoenix
Bars & Breweries

5 new cocktail bars shaking up downtown Phoenix

By Sara CrockerJanuary 23, 2026

A luxe martini bar, a tropical oasis for tiki tipples and more are opening in the heart of the city.

An elegant dining room with rustic wood chandeliers.
Restaurants

Arizona Center beefs up dining options with East Valley Mexican restaurant

By Sara CrockerJanuary 16, 2026

A restaurant from Gilbert plans to open a downtown Phoenix location this spring. Here’s what to expect.

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Meet the local farmer revolutionizing food systems one tomato at a time
Shops & Markets

Meet the local farmer revolutionizing food systems one tomato at a time

By Melissa PickeringJanuary 14, 2026

What started as a hobby now employs six ‘Garden Hoes,’ promotes sustainability and uplifts women in farming.

Celebrity chef Beau MacMillan
Restaurants

Local celebrity chef steps back from growing restaurant group

By Sara CrockerJanuary 8, 2026

“I wanted to get back to what I love to do,” the chef says. Here’s what’s next for him and Clive Collective.

An artist's rendering of a glowing Atari-themed hotel.
Valley Life

Phoenix’s Atari Hotel is finally happening and the public can invest

By Benjamin LeathermanDecember 17, 2025

The retro-themed downtown project on Roosevelt Row is targeting a 2028 opening.

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a parking meter
Transportation

Phoenix adds more parking meters downtown, pisses everyone off

By T’Azia SpencerDecember 13, 2025

There are precious few free places to park downtown, and now many of those are going away.

Why is December 11 ‘Psycho’ day in Phoenix?
Film, TV & Streaming

Why is December 11 ‘Psycho’ day in Phoenix?

By Jennifer GoldbergDecember 11, 2025

It’s a good day to watch the classic thriller whose opening scenes are set downtown.

People lounging on a lawn of a bungalow house in Phoenix.
Restaurants

Popular coffee truck team finds a permanent home downtown

By Sara CrockerDecember 1, 2025

Fans of the roving truck will soon be able to enjoy seasonal sips and bites at an all-day cafe near Roosevelt Row.

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Blue Fin owner Lyn Yee sits inside her restaurant.
Restaurants

Downtown Japanese restaurant remains a staple after nearly 45 years

By Sara CrockerNovember 28, 2025

After the family’s matriarch passed away in October, her daughter is continuing the restaurant’s legacy.

Prescott restaurateur to open 3 new concepts in Phoenix
Restaurants

Prescott restaurateur to open 3 new concepts in Phoenix

By Tirion BoanNovember 24, 2025

A new Italian restaurant, a pizzeria and a cocktail lounge are set to debut next year.

Take a look inside downtown’s hot new steakhouse and martini bar
Restaurants

Take a look inside downtown’s hot new steakhouse and martini bar

By Brigette DobyNovember 21, 2025

The long-awaited restaurant and hidden cocktail lounge are now open in downtown Phoenix. Here’s a peek inside.

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Valley seafood staple to open restaurant in downtown Phoenix
Restaurants

Valley seafood staple to open restaurant in downtown Phoenix

By Sara CrockerNovember 13, 2025

Fresh fish, poke bowls and tuna melts are coming to Arizona Center.

Long-awaited steakhouse, martini bar to open in downtown Phoenix this month
Restaurants

Long-awaited steakhouse, martini bar to open in downtown Phoenix this month

By Tirion BoanNovember 12, 2025

With buzz building for over a year, the new restaurant and hidden bar are ready to open their doors.

The Lovesack Dumpling team.
Restaurants

Phoenix dumpling shop offers free meals for those who will lose SNAP aid

By Sara CrockerOctober 29, 2025

Over 900,000 Arizonans rely on federal funds that end Saturday. A restaurant owner plans to help in the way she knows how.

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Downtown Phoenix gastropub to close after 13 years
Restaurants

Downtown Phoenix gastropub to close after 13 years

By Sara CrockerOctober 29, 2025

The longtime destination for beer and wings will say goodbye this week. Here’s how to visit one last time.

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