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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.

More Filiberto's locations reopen after abrupt closures

By Sara Crocker

Aug 20, 2025

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

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.

Cold Beers & Cheeseburgers closed in Arcadia. Here's what's moving in

By Tirion Boan

Aug 18, 2025

The Indian School Road restaurant won't sit empty for long. A bygone Phoenix spot is making a comeback.

Chef Joey Maggiore to open new deli and bagel bar this fall

By Tirion Boan

Aug 14, 2025

The latest addition to the Maggiore family's restaurants promises fresh bagels, custom cream cheese and nostalgic sweets.

Couple debuts coffee shop and community space at base of South Mountain

By Sara Crocker

Aug 14, 2025

Wonderift is ready for hikers hitting the trail and neighbors in search of locally made bagels and coffee.

Popular barbecue pop-up opens in Tempe food hall

By Zach Oden

Aug 14, 2025

With family and flavor at the center of everything they do, this local business is putting down roots in Tempe.

Farmers market staple brings specialty coffee to Sunnyslope

By Sara Crocker

Aug 13, 2025

Blake Beal and Pashlee Grimmett began roasting coffee as a hobby. This summer, they turned that passion into a new cafe.

Popular fried chicken chain lands in Arizona with East Valley restaurant

By Sara Crocker

Aug 13, 2025

The first Arizona location is now open and next week, customers can score free meals for six months. What to know.

These 10 restaurants are open at PV, with more coming soon

By Sara Crocker

Aug 12, 2025

Federal Pizza joins the growing list of eateries now open at the revamped Paradise Valley Mall. Five more are on the way.

Industry vets team up to open fresh Mediterranean restaurant in Scottsdale

By Shoshana Leon

Aug 8, 2025

The new restaurant, which will craft recipes from Spain, Italy and Morocco with local ingredients, is set to open this fall.

Downtown cafe from Chacónne and Peixoto to open this fall

By Sara Crocker

Aug 8, 2025

The dual-concept coffee shop and bakery is coming to life. Take a peek inside.

Popular Tucson restaurant relocates to the East Valley

By Georgann Yara

Aug 8, 2025

The Ventana Canyon destination closed its doors in Tucson after 10 years with plans to set up shop in Gilbert.

The 6 most exciting new restaurants and bars that opened in July

By Tirion Boan

Aug 7, 2025

Want to try something new? These new Valley spots for burgers, Hawaiian food and sushi should be high on your list.

Here's what's moving into the former Bergies home in Gilbert

By Georgann Yara

Aug 7, 2025

The 1918 cottage was slated for demolition, but following a dramatic change in plans, it now has a bright new future.

Openings & Closings

8 new restaurants and bars joining Roosevelt Row

What to order at Prince St. Pizza

Openings & Closings

8 new restaurants and bars joining Roosevelt Row

What to order at Prince St. Pizza

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