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Openings & Closings

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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.

Owners of Stroll Coffee at their coffee cart.
Shops & Markets

With ‘mad scientist’ brews, mobile coffee cart plants roots in Phoenix

By Sara CrockerNovember 11, 2025

The popular pop up’s owners apply their bar know-how to coffee and tea. The results are wild.

Trader Joe’s opens in new Valley city
Shops & Markets

Trader Joe’s opens in new Valley city

By Tirion BoanNovember 7, 2025

Shoppers can now find all the seasonal snacks, freezer staples and affordable wine closer to home.

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Salt & Straw starts scooping at new Phoenix ice cream shop
Shops & Markets

Salt & Straw starts scooping at new Phoenix ice cream shop

By Itzia Crespo and OthersNovember 7, 2025

The new shop is the Oregon-based ice cream company’s third Valley location.

A platter of tacos and salsas.
Restaurants

Gadzooks team closes Phoenix restaurant, making way for new taco shop

By Sara CrockerNovember 6, 2025

A pop up and ‘passion project’ for Aaron Pool is finally getting a permanent home in Arcadia.

Woman stands behind host stand at Roman God of Fire.
Restaurants

Filthy Animal team and celebrity chef to open ‘theatrical’ Tempe restaurant

By Sara CrockerNovember 5, 2025

Pretty Decent Concepts is known for its over-the-top restaurants and bars. Now, they’ve teamed up with an acclaimed Italian chef.

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The al pastor tacos at Ghett'Yo' Tacos.
Restaurants

These 14 Phoenix restaurants are now closed

By Tirion BoanNovember 4, 2025

Two doughnut shops, two barbecue restaurants and 10 other Valley eateries are now closed.

The 7 most exciting new restaurants that opened in October
Restaurants

The 7 most exciting new restaurants that opened in October

By Tirion BoanNovember 3, 2025

Across the Valley, new eateries opened with acclaimed chefs, unique design and creative menus. Here’s where to start.

View of dining room and bar at Cowboy Seafood.
Restaurants

Ribs, sushi and a martini? Cowboy Seafood will have it all

By Sara CrockerNovember 3, 2025

Chef Christopher Collins is bringing a new smoke-and-surf restaurant to midtown Phoenix.

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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.

PoNy's Miches owners in front of downtown building.
Restaurants

West Valley Mexican spot expands into iconic downtown space

By Sara CrockerOctober 28, 2025

With a larger spot, the owners plan to expand their menu and pay homage to the former restaurant.

Pinyon's first-floor dining room
Restaurants

Buck & Rider team readies new Scottsdale restaurant

By Sara CrockerOctober 24, 2025

Pinyon will debut this month with a Mediterranean menu and tranquil vibe.

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Iconic Valley ice cream shop scoops up Tempe location
Restaurants

Iconic Valley ice cream shop scoops up Tempe location

By Sara CrockerOctober 24, 2025

Novel Ice Cream, Yelp’s pick as the country’s best creamery, will open in the historic property once home to House of Tricks.

a building with a sign reading the district stands against an open sky
Restaurants

4 new restaurants coming to Desert Ridge

By Sara CrockerOctober 23, 2025

An Indian restaurant from an acclaimed chef and a global cocktail lounge will be among the new offerings.

Golden Oak brings smoke and suds to downtown Phoenix this weekend
Restaurants

Golden Oak brings smoke and suds to downtown Phoenix this weekend

By Zach OdenOctober 22, 2025

The new barbecue restaurant and craft beer taproom serves smoked meats and unique sides. Here’s what to expect.

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This popular Scottsdale Italian restaurant is moving
Restaurants

This popular Scottsdale Italian restaurant is moving

By Sara CrockerOctober 16, 2025

The restaurant is bringing its mountains of pasta and Little Italy vibe to a much larger space. What to expect.

Team behind glamorous Tempe eatery to open second waterfront restaurant
Restaurants

Team behind glamorous Tempe eatery to open second waterfront restaurant

By Tirion BoanOctober 15, 2025

Focusing on tableside cooking and Asian-inspired cocktails, the new restaurant is set to open this winter.

The only Arizona location of this retro milkshake bar has closed
Restaurants

The only Arizona location of this retro milkshake bar has closed

By Tirion BoanOctober 14, 2025

The restaurant, bar and dessert shop was known for its supersized colorful milkshakes and seasonal events.

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Popular Valley barbecue spot closes restaurant after 6 months
Restaurants

Popular Valley barbecue spot closes restaurant after 6 months

By Tirion BoanOctober 14, 2025

The company expanded in the spring, but has quickly closed its second spot.

Diamond Don's owner Don Salter.
Restaurants

With new Mesa restaurant, a studio head returns to his roots

By Sara CrockerOctober 9, 2025

Don Salter made late night eats for musicians working in his studio. Now, he’s opened a restaurant in Mesa.

Exterior of Goldwater Brewing Co. in Gilbert.
Bars & Breweries

Scottsdale brewery expanding to Gilbert with taproom, outdoor space

By Sara CrockerOctober 7, 2025

“We thought it was time to make more beer,” the co-founder says.

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Dishes from Catch.
Restaurants

The 8 most exciting Phoenix restaurant openings in September

By Tirion BoanOctober 6, 2025

From brewpubs to sushi bars, these new restaurants are making a splash.

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