Skip to content
advertisement
  • facebook
  • instagram
  • x
  • tiktok
  • bsky
  • threads
Site Logo
Support Us
User Menu
  • Sign Up/Sign In
  • Contribute
  • Contact
Search
Close Search Close Search
  • News
    • Arizona Watchdog Project
    • Courts
    • Crime & Police
    • Education
    • Housing
    • Immigration
    • Politics & Government
    • Sports
    • Trump
    • Weather
  • Cannabis
  • Opinion
    • Community Voice
    • Editorial Voice
    • Reader Response
  • Food & Drink
    • Bars & Breweries
    • Openings & Closings
    • Restaurants
    • Shops & Markets
    • Top 100 Bars
    • Top 50 Restaurants
  • Arts & Culture
    • Books
    • Film, TV & Streaming
    • Outdoors & Rec
    • Performing Arts
    • Sex & Dating
    • Travel
    • Valley Life
    • Visual Arts
  • Music
    • Concert Previews
    • Concert Reviews
    • Critic’s Notebook
    • Features
    • Local Music
    • Touring Artists
  • Things To Do
    • Calendar
    • Events Coverage
    • Free & Cheap
    • Scottsdale
  • Best of Phoenix
    • Out now: Best of Phoenix 2025!
    • Cannabis
    • Food & Drink
    • Fun & Games
    • Goods & Services
    • La Vida
    • Megalopolitan Life
    • Nightlife
    • Readers’ Choice
  • Newsletters
  • More
    • About Us
    • Advertise With Us
    • Contact Us
    • Flipbook Archive
    • Membership
    • Our Staff
    • Promotions & Free Stuff
    • Tell Your Story-Sponsored
  • News
    • Arizona Watchdog Project
    • Courts
    • Crime & Police
    • Education
    • Housing
    • Immigration
    • Politics & Government
    • Sports
    • Trump
    • Weather
  • Cannabis
  • Opinion
    • Community Voice
    • Editorial Voice
    • Reader Response
  • Food & Drink
    • Bars & Breweries
    • Openings & Closings
    • Restaurants
    • Shops & Markets
    • Top 100 Bars
    • Top 50 Restaurants
  • Arts & Culture
    • Books
    • Film, TV & Streaming
    • Outdoors & Rec
    • Performing Arts
    • Sex & Dating
    • Travel
    • Valley Life
    • Visual Arts
  • Music
    • Concert Previews
    • Concert Reviews
    • Critic’s Notebook
    • Features
    • Local Music
    • Touring Artists
  • Things To Do
    • Calendar
    • Events Coverage
    • Free & Cheap
    • Scottsdale
  • Best of Phoenix
    • Out now: Best of Phoenix 2025!
    • Cannabis
    • Food & Drink
    • Fun & Games
    • Goods & Services
    • La Vida
    • Megalopolitan Life
    • Nightlife
    • Readers’ Choice
  • Newsletters
  • More
    • About Us
    • Advertise With Us
    • Contact Us
    • Flipbook Archive
    • Membership
    • Our Staff
    • Promotions & Free Stuff
    • Tell Your Story-Sponsored
  • facebook
  • instagram
  • x
  • tiktok
  • bsky
  • threads

Downtown

Showing 1 - 22 of 34
Phoenix Brides of March returns Saturday. How to join the rowdy bar crawl
Valley Life

Phoenix Brides of March returns Saturday. How to join the rowdy bar crawl

By Benjamin LeathermanMarch 12, 2026

Don’t be alarmed when you see wedding-dress-clad hordes in downtown Phoenix this weekend.

Your guide to Game On Expo 2026 in Phoenix: Tickets, discounts and more
Valley Life

Your guide to Game On Expo 2026 in Phoenix: Tickets, discounts and more

By Benjamin LeathermanMarch 10, 2026

Everything to know about the three-day video gaming and anime con.

Phoenix Symphony’s new music director brings a world of experience
Features

Phoenix Symphony’s new music director brings a world of experience

By Geri KoeppelMarch 10, 2026

Paolo Bortolameolli has conducted orchestras across the globe, and now he’s bringing his talent to the Valley.

advertisement
advertisement
advertisement
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 GoldbergMarch 6, 2026

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

Your guide to Art Detour 2026 in Phoenix
Visual Arts

Your guide to Art Detour 2026 in Phoenix

By Benjamin LeathermanMarch 5, 2026

The annual month-long arts extravaganza is back.

The exterior of Warehouse215, an event venue in downtown Phoenix.
Valley Life

The party ends here. Warehouse 215 is closing in Downtown Phoenix

By Benjamin LeathermanMarch 5, 2026

The historic space, dating back to 1918, will close after years of hosting concerts, weddings and events.

advertisement
New owners take over beloved downtown Phoenix restaurant
Restaurants

New owners take over beloved downtown Phoenix restaurant

By Georgann YaraMarch 4, 2026

When chef Lori Hassler passed away, her family wasn’t sure what was next for her restaurant. Then, longtime friends took the reins.

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.

advertisement
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.

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.

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.

advertisement
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.

advertisement
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.

advertisement
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.

advertisement
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.

  • 1
  • 2
  • Next
Site Logo

View This Week's Print Issue

Editorial

  • News
  • Food & Drink
  • Arts & Culture
  • Music
  • Things To Do
  • Newsletters

Marketing

  • Advertise With Us
  • Classifieds
  • Promotions & Free Stuff
  • Privacy Policy
  • Terms of Use

More

  • About Us
  • Careers
  • Contact US
  • Flipbook Archive
  • Staff
  • Membership

Voice Media Group

  • Dallas Observer
  • Denver Westword
  • Miami New Times
  • New Times Broward-Palm Beach
  • V Digital Services
  • facebook
  • instagram
  • x
  • tiktok
  • bsky
  • threads

Use of this website constitutes acceptance of our terms of use, our cookies policy, and our privacy policy. View our accessibility policy and AI policy. The Phoenix New Times may earn a portion of sales from products & services purchased through links on our site from our affiliate partners. ©2026 Phoenix New Times, LLC. All rights reserved.
Do Not Sell or Share My Information

Privacy Policy

Stay in the Know

Sign up for the latest news, free stuff and more!

I agree to the Terms of Service and Privacy Policy

Welcome!
You are now a Phoenix New Times Insider, thank you!