Inside the sprawling Four Seasons Hotel, Proof is an American restaurant that churns out traditional American delicacies for children and adults alike. Breakfasts in Proof are a fun experience especially for kids as they are treated to cartoons on the TV. There are also milkshakes, sandwiches and floats for the young-at-heart adults. Fried Green Tomatoes, Shrimp Po'boys and waffles also greet you on the menu. The restaurant also has an extensive beer list with over 50 micro brews to choose from and also has wines and spirits from the various American states.
Inspired by the cuisine of its namesake region, the North Italia is all about natural, home-grown ingredients and offers delicious favorites for their diners. With its rustic ranch decor, community tables and indoor-outdoor bar, the restaurant has a comforting, nostalgic charm. It is not a surprise that simple food reigns here. While the pizza and pasta are made from scratch, the other dishes are prepared daily using only the freshest ingredients. Pair it up with your choice of beverage that complements your fare. North Italia is a wonderful place to spend time with your family and friends over a memorable lunch or dinner.
Named in honor of Lewis Nash, a legendary jazz drummer, The Nash is an educational center, concert space and jazz club all rolled into one. Located in the center of downtown Phoenix on Roosevelt Row, it was established by Jazz in Arizona in 2012. From workshops, classes to jazz camps, performances by budding musicians, pros and touring artists, and jazz after hours, The Nash explores the classic and new of this genre of music.
First Draft Book Bar is the only one of its kind in the Phoenix Metro area. Located in the beloved Changing Hands Bookstore in Phoenix, First Draft is a cafe and bar with an emphasis on craft beer, high-quality coffee and great wines from around the world. There's also a short but tasty menu of baked goods and snacks like olives, hummus and popcorn. First Draft is the perfect place to stop in for a drink before one of the bookstore's many events, or just if you're looking for a comfortable place for a drink surrounded by books.
Four Peaks has been a staple Tempe drinking establishment since its opening in 1996. Interestingly, it is one of the pioneers of the craft beer craze in Arizona. In 2015, the brewery was acquired by mega-conglomerate beer producer AB Inbev, but this has not changed the fabulous beer lineup that made them famous in the first place. Try the popular Kilt-Lifter or the 8th Street Ale in addition to their seasonal beers and cask-conditioned ales. The brewery is housed in what was an old creamery and the building still retains many of its historical relics. Moreover, the kitchen serves wings, burgers, pizzas and everything else that pairs well with suds.
This hidden restaurant on the corner of Hardy and University sells the best Cornish pasties in the entire metro Phoenix area. Affectionately known as 'Oggies', these stuffed delights have Protected Geographical Status in their native Cornwall and it is considered the regional dish par excellence. The owner Dean Thomas hails from Cornwall and thankfully he brought his grandma's recipes with him to Tempe. The pasties come in three different styles: signature, premium and vegetarian. Some of the most popular pasties include Lamb & Mint, Shepard's Pie, Cajun Chicken, Tikka Masala, Carne Adovada and the Balsamic Portabello. Guests can also order a soup, side and a salad to accompany their pasty; try the curry chips and you'll immediately feel as if you are in Cornwall itself.