Located next to the Scottsdale Center for the Arts, AZ/88 has some delicious American fare on offer. The menu offers a good selection of entrees, burgers, salads and desserts. Try the Las Brisas burger with jalapenos and avocado, or Elsa's chicken, which is smothered in bell peppers, pecans, and honey/mustard sauce. Salads include Cobb, shrimp, spinach, Caesar or chicken salad varieties. Team these up with their delectable martini. Another intriguing aspect about AZ/88 is that they display bold art pieces which are conversational starters in themselves.
Handlebar J adorns multiple hats (pun intended). From a family dining restaurant with a vast menu to a large bar with live western music and dancing, this is a Scottsdale favorite. Cowboy hats by the hundreds dangle from the ceiling. Thick succulent steaks, prime rib, chicken, and ribs, make up most of the menu. This is definitely a meat and potatoes place - wranglers of all ages have been coming here since 1975. And if you happen to visit the venue between Wednesday and Sunday, you will be treated to an exquisite performance by Arizona's favorite country music band, The Herndon Brothers.
In-the-know locals frequent this unassuming little wine bar in the Phoenix's Arcadia neighborhood (there are two others as well, one in Gilbert and the other in Central Phoenix). In a city buzzing with strip mall cuisine, Postino is hidden in a residential neighborhood, where the kitchen serves wonderful helpings of the Italian countryside, the Napa Valley, the South of France, and the Mediterranean coast. The wine selection rotates every few months, but Californian and Italian labels are the most common, with a few French wines and a handful of Argentinian ones added for good measure. Beer lovers can also appreciate the superb selection, including the stellar Hazy Little Thing IPA on draft or a rotating selection of craft beers.
Voted as one of the Best New Restaurants by the Phoenix New Times, the Citizen Public House offers a chic ambiance to enjoy a delectable, contemporary American fare. It offers a stellar menu of such delights as Pan Seared Scallops, Pork Belly Pastrami, Deep Sea Red Crab Cakes among others, all to be enjoyed over sips of cocktail, wines and beer. The MidWest Manhattan Cocktail is worth mentioning for its unique taste and blend of ingredients. Enjoy the happy hours between 3p to 6p daily. The classy upholstery and decor also add to the dining experience. The intimate patio as well as the private dining area are good places to have a celebratory dinner with friends.
Renowned for its diverse menu and craft cocktails, Grassroots Kitchen & Tap is a go-to destination for those seeking a distinctive dining experience in the city. Since opening its doors in 2011, this family-run establishment has strived to combine locally sourced ingredients with creative flair to deliver delicious American cuisine in a warm and inviting atmosphere. Here, the dining area is a celebration of space, with a layout that ensures a lovely dining experience while still fostering a sense of community. Thus, come here with friends and family to enjoy a mouthwatering meal.
The welcoming atmosphere of award winning Eddie V's offers a place to savor fresh seafood with the fabulous tastes of the Gulf Coast. Add live music and comforts of the V lounge to its authentic American cuisine and you have the recipe for a great evening. Eddie V's is also a great party venue suitable for family celebrations, business meetings and luncheons, as their 'choose your own menu and drinks' service makes it a favorite. The restaurant opens at 4:30p.
Situated inside the DeSoto Central Market is the DCM Burger Joint. Serving up a delicious variety of burgers along with crafted cocktails and beers, this is one chic eatery that you will absolutely love for the taste as well as the fun and unique ambiance. Burgers like the The Phoenician (beef, French cheese, mushroom, caramlized onions, brioche and bone marrow) and the Garden Burger (Portobello, black bean, piquilli pepper, goat cheese, tapenade, arugula and brioche) are popular favorites here. Try cocktails like the Fountain of Youth and the Take the Wheel or one of the local craft beers on tap.
This little sandwich shop in downtown Mesa has a small menu that features primarily sandwiches, however it also has a small breakfast menu and the kitchen offers whole or half rotisserie chickens. A couple of sandwich options include the rustic Cuban served on Ciabatta bread or the delicious Reuben with Havarti, pickled Mustard Dijonnaise and house-made sauerkraut. To accompany your sandwich, the kitchen provides soup daily with a different recipe or you can add a simple green salad. Additionally, the shop also sells nitro cold-brew coffee which just so happens to go perfectly with your meal.
Located in the Civic Center Plaza, Cool Gelato Italiano is a hidden gem that brings the authentic flavors of Italy to Old Scottsdale. Owners Letizia di Lucia and Alberto Della Casa have more than 35-years in the food industry and their gelato follows strict standards from the Old Country. The list of flavors is exorbitant and exotic, where guests can choose from Fior di Latte, Pistachio, Cappuccino, Hazelnut, the list is extensive and it changes according to season. The menu also features sorbets which are water-based and some of the flavors include Apple, Banana, Blueberry, Raspberry, etc. Overall, a nice spot to find especially during those sweltering Phoenix summers.
Located in the Hermosa Inn, Last Drop Bar is a casual bar and American restaurant which offers an array of delicious burgers, pizzas, cocktails and more. The wood-fire oven pizzas are a must-have while at this restaurant while the sharing plates make for perfect accompaniments to zippy, boutique craft cocktails. A number of fine wines, champagnes, beer and spirits are also available at the bar. The ambiance at the bar is cozy and old-school with leather bar stools, a chandelier hanging from the ceiling and old paintings on the walls. Live music gigs on the patio and great happy hour specials keep people coming back for more.
Milk Run is a family-owned ice cream shop located in Phoenix's Christown neighborhood. The shop is one of the best dessert spots in the entire Valley of the Sun, probably because it specializes in exotic flavors and always uses premium ingredients. The menu of interesting and tasty ingredients like Basil-Seed, Grass Jelly, Taro Root, Lychee, Longan, Jackfruit, Matcha, the list of somewhat odd flavors goes on-and-on. In addition to ice cream, Milk Run offers Boba Tea, Coffee-based concoctions and other healthy juices and elixirs.
Satisfy your morning cravings with an artfully brewed cup of coffee from Craig Sellman and his staff of friendly baristas. Enjoy a cup with a fresh pastry before you begin your day, or a light quiche or sandwich for lunch. The coffee menu presents beans from around the world, but if you don't know your Yirgacheffe from your Mexican Chiapas Jacinto, the staff will always help you. Open only for breakfast and lunch, since 1996 Village Coffee Roastery has been a mainstay in McCormick Ranch for more than two decades.