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9 new restaurants and food options are coming to Goodyear’s GSQ

By TJ L'Heureux

Sep 4, 2025

Restaurants and grocers are flooding into Goodyear's new downtown hub. Here's which spots are open and what's coming soon.

This downtown Phoenix 'gem of a bar' is closing. How to make one last visit

By Sara Crocker

Sep 3, 2025

The dual-concept cocktail destination has served creative sips for over two years and earned a mountain of awards.

These 10 Phoenix restaurants are now closed

By Tirion Boan

Sep 3, 2025

A midtown brunch spot, a Tempe sushi bar and a family-run Mesa staple all said goodbye last month.

A modern building that looks like an Aztec temple.

Fry’s Electronics store in Phoenix set to be demolished this month

By Benjamin Leatherman

Sep 2, 2025

Officials have issued the demolition permit to tear down the beloved Aztec-themed big-box store.

New restaurant from Sam Fox to open in Scottsdale this fall

By Sara Crocker

Sep 2, 2025

“Part timeless American brasserie, part French daydream,” the new eatery joins Scottsdale Fashion Square's dining options.

Popular sushi and ramen bar rolls into downtown Phoenix

By Sara Crocker

Sep 2, 2025

The Tucson-based Japanese restaurant will replace Trapper's Sushi Co. this fall.

A new beer and wine bar is bubbling up in Sunnyslope

By Sara Crocker

Sep 1, 2025

Two brothers and self-described "architecture nerds" hope to turn a classic midcentury building into a community hub.

Tempe bar and venue has closed after a decade. Here's a look at its EDM legacy

By Benjamin Leatherman

Aug 30, 2025

“Shady Park was a place that can never be recreated." EDM hotspot remembered by adoring fans.

Iconic Scottsdale art gallery closes Saturday after more than 30 years

By Benjamin Leatherman

Aug 28, 2025

The staple of downtown Scottsdale’s art scene and haven for student and local artists will shut its doors this week.

6 Valley Filiberto's locations reopen after abrupt closures

By Sara Crocker

Aug 28, 2025

Earlier this summer, eight Valley locations of the late-night spot shut down. Now, most are back to serving burritos.

Longtime Tempe sushi bar says goodbye after a final weekend

By Tirion Boan

Aug 28, 2025

The restaurant has served customers in Tempe for 18 years. Here's how to visit for one last time.

Prince St. Pizza makes Tempe debut. Here's what to order

By Tirion Boan

Aug 28, 2025

The viral New York City pizzeria opens on Thursday, bringing square slices and Neapolitan pies to Mill Avenue.

8 new restaurants, cafes and bars join the mix on Roosevelt Row

By Sara Crocker

Aug 26, 2025

Hungry for something new downtown? A burger joint, cafe, wine bar and bakery are now open. Four more spots are on the way.

Salad chain Sweetgreen sets opening date for first Arizona location

By Sara Crocker

Aug 26, 2025

The fast-casual chain plans to debut two restaurants in Phoenix this fall. Here's when the first will open.

This metro Phoenix gaming store is closing this week after 27 years

By Benjamin Leatherman

Aug 24, 2025

Beloved shop Imperial Outpost in Glendale will shut its doors at the end of the week.

This local spirits company is now pouring at Sky Harbor

By Tirion Boan

Aug 22, 2025

A second location of a popular Chandler bar is now open in Terminal 4.

Chris Bianco's award-winning Italian restaurant Tratto is on the move

By Sara Crocker

Aug 21, 2025

After service this weekend, Tratto will close on Van Buren Street. But the upscale Italian eatery won't be gone for long.

Top Valley chef to 'reimagine' the Desert Botanical Garden's restaurants

By Tirion Boan

Aug 21, 2025

Gertrude's Restaurant and the Patio Cafe closed in May. Now, a lauded local chef is taking the reins.

New York pizzeria with cult following to open in Tempe this month

By Tirion Boan

Aug 20, 2025

The long-awaited pizzeria is almost ready to start slinging slices on Mill Avenue. Here's when and where to get a taste.

A modern retail store built to look like an Aztec temple.

Phoenix Fry’s Electronics store’s fixtures are up for auction

By Benjamin Leatherman

Aug 19, 2025

Items being sold off include the now-closed retail store’s shelving and Aztec-inspired decor.

Openings & Closings

The Genuine abruptly closed as owners focus on their 'core brand'

Longtime Valley Mexican restaurant opens new location

Openings & Closings

The Genuine abruptly closed as owners focus on their 'core brand'

Longtime Valley Mexican restaurant opens new location

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