Bringing Caribbean joie de vivre to Phoenix, The Breadfruit is eclectic addition to downtown’s dining scene. They specialize in Jamaican fare, while mirroring the cuisine’s spice quotient and the island’s tropical atmosphere. Signature dishes on the menu include habanero-spiced seafood, jerk pork and polenta, guava-glazed pork belly, and wood-smoked mussels. Wash them down with a selection from over 100 globe-spanning rum varieties. Sourced from Caribbean to South America, enjoy rum-based cocktails like the Hemingway or Daquiri. Beet the Blues, a concoction of beet, hibiscus, pimento, basil and soda is a best-seller.

Clever Koi specializes in Asian cuisine that fuses flavors from Japan, China, Vietnam, Korea and Thailand. Savor their signature Marinated Tofu and Smoked Bok Choy dumplings and buns like Peking Duck, Thai Basil and Wood Grilled Octopus Sausage. To complement the flavors pair your meal with Bánh mì or Vietnamese bread, Pork Ramen noodles, Vegetable Chow Mein, or Chicken Katsu rice. Avail their exclusive menus that cater to patrons looking for gluten-free or low carb meals. Head here during Happy Hour for an array of choices - from beer and cocktails, to sake and a rare beverage called shrub.

Reathrey Sekong features the flavors of Southeast Asia, with an emphasis on the owner's native Cambodia. Dishes on the menu include a traditional Cambodian hot pot soup, Lok Lak beef with rice, and sandwiches very similar to the popular Banh Mi with grilled meat and pate. Some of the other recommended dishes include Lemongrass Chicken, Green Mango Fish and the Papaya Salad. Additionally, Reathray Sekong is cash only, so come prepared.

Some days, the only meal that will suffice is pho, and for days like that Phoenix has Pho Thanh. This simple, clean dining room is full of large tables that often function as communal tables, so you may meet some new dining companions. No matter what style of pho you're in the mood for, it always comes chock full of plenty of greens and herbs and of course a heaping plate of add-ins, with the unusual inclusion of fresh mint. Although as the name implies, the pho is the main attraction here, you can also order other Vietnamese favorites like banh mi sandwiches, stir-frys and spring rolls.

The Vig is not just another bar; it is a way of life! The eclectic tavern has a certain aura about it that gets you hooked and coming back for more. Live events, amazing bands, superb happy hour, DJs and an excellent selection of food and drink make this place a local favorite. The relaxing outdoor patio has a following of its own allowing patrons to catch their breath. With an addictive atmosphere and stellar music lineup, Vig's is a great place to come by with friends.