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Openings & Closings

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Interior of an industrial bar.
Bars & Breweries

New bourbon bar opens in uptown Phoenix

By Sara CrockerFebruary 6, 2026

The owners of a longtime Valley restaurant have opened a bar next door with rare bottles and craft cocktails.

Plumbing issues, remodel force temporary closure of downtown Phoenix restaurant
Restaurants

Plumbing issues, remodel force temporary closure of downtown Phoenix restaurant

By Georgann YaraFebruary 4, 2026

Water damage requires an extensive remodel of this year-old restaurant.

A table full of bowls of pasta.
Restaurants

Texas-based Italian restaurant expands to Scottsdale this spring

By Sara CrockerFebruary 4, 2026

A new restaurant springing up on Scottsdale Road promises house-made pasta, crispy artichokes and frozen cocktails.

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A platter of tacos
Restaurants

Chef behind southern brunch staple launches taco shop

By Sara CrockerFebruary 3, 2026

The team behind SugarJam The Southern Kitchen will fuse soul food with Latin-inspired cuisine.

A man at a bar in a smokehouse.
Restaurants

Popular Valley BBQ joint to open Peoria smokehouse

By Sara CrockerFebruary 3, 2026

Caldwell County BBQ, a mainstay of Texas-style barbecue, is opening a third location

Herd mentality: Why new steakhouses are taking over Phoenix
Restaurants

Herd mentality: Why new steakhouses are taking over Phoenix

By Sara CrockerJanuary 29, 2026

Cattle has long been a cornerstone of Arizona. But right now, almost every new restaurant is a steakhouse.

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Zipps is ‘working to reopen’ following Monday ICE raids
Restaurants

Zipps is ‘working to reopen’ following Monday ICE raids

By Tirion BoanJanuary 28, 2026

Most Valley locations of the sports bar are closed after federal agents raided the restaurants and clashed with protesters on Monday.

Inside the dining room of Camello.
Restaurants

‘Luxurious and theatrical’ Mexican restaurant arrives in the Biltmore area

By Sara CrockerJanuary 27, 2026

The team behind Little Pickle and The Mercer are ready to debut their third restaurant.

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.

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Mesa brewery throws beer and barbecue bash before saying goodbye
Bars & Breweries

Mesa brewery throws beer and barbecue bash before saying goodbye

By Sara CrockerJanuary 22, 2026

After nearly a decade, the pioneering local brewery will soon pour its last pints.

Flashy Tempe steakhouse divides space, adds sushi concept
Restaurants

Flashy Tempe steakhouse divides space, adds sushi concept

By Tirion BoanJanuary 22, 2026

The new sushi and cocktail bar is slated to open in early February. Here’s what to expect.

West Valley hot chicken shop brings the heat to Tempe
Restaurants

West Valley hot chicken shop brings the heat to Tempe

By Sara CrockerJanuary 22, 2026

The Nashville-style eatery tempts customers with spice levels from “mild” to “Sun Devil.” It lands in Tempe this weekend.

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Critic's Notebook

Here’s when Tempe’s Darkstar Theater is closing

By Benjamin LeathermanJanuary 21, 2026

“Despite our best efforts, we were unable to make it work long term.”

Classic Valley Peruvian restaurant closes original eatery
Restaurants

Classic Valley Peruvian restaurant closes original eatery

By Tirion BoanJanuary 20, 2026

The tiny Phoenix restaurant served traditional Peruvian recipes for 12 years.

Three bao buns on a tray.
Restaurants

New dumpling and bao shop opens in Scottsdale

By Sara CrockerJanuary 16, 2026

The chef honed his skills developing menus for P.F. Chang’s. Now, he and a childhood friend have opened their own shop.

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An elegant dining room with rustic wood chandeliers.
Restaurants

Arizona Center beefs up dining options with Mexican steakhouse

By Sara CrockerJanuary 16, 2026

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

Valley restaurant reopens this weekend after fire, months-long closure
Restaurants

Valley restaurant reopens this weekend after fire, months-long closure

By Tirion BoanJanuary 15, 2026

After flames engulfed the roof last spring, the restaurant is finally back with a renovated space and new menu.

New brasserie brings a taste of Paris to Melrose
Restaurants

New brasserie brings a taste of Paris to Melrose

By Tirion BoanJanuary 14, 2026

The all-day cafe was designed to be quintessentially European. Stop by for coffee and a croissant or stay for escargot and French wine.

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California grocer opens first Arizona store this week
Shops & Markets

California grocer opens first Arizona store this week

By Matthew BirdJanuary 13, 2026

The supermarket’s first out-of-state location is ready to welcome Valley customers.

Valley culinary powerhouses to open a brewery in downtown Mesa
Restaurants

Valley culinary powerhouses to open a brewery in downtown Mesa

By Sara CrockerJanuary 13, 2026

They’ve mastered tacos, burgers, cocktails and coffee. Now, these pros are turning to craft beer.

The 10 most anticipated Phoenix restaurants and bars opening this year
Restaurants

The 10 most anticipated Phoenix restaurants and bars opening this year

By Sara CrockerJanuary 12, 2026

A theatrical Italian eatery, Taiwanese dumpling house and a “cheeky tiki” bar are among the new spots we can’t wait to visit.

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Southwest plane at Sky Harbor airport
Restaurants

9 new local restaurants to open at Phoenix airport

By Tirion BoanJanuary 8, 2026

A flock of new restaurants, bars and breweries are set to land at Sky Harbor.

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