Located in the Phoenix suburb of Gilbert, Barnone is another establishment created by the owner of the popular Joe's Farm Grill and Joe's BBQ, Joe Johnston. At Barnone, Johnston uses a reconverted barn to house several craft retailers and restaurants. Inside the barn, you can order a pizza at Fire & Brimstone, sip a beer from nearby 12 West Brewing, then saunter down the hall to buy some unique stationery at Prickly Pear Paper. Outside, visit Garage-East for some superb local wine and then when your finished, the Coffee Shop next door (also by Johnston) will provide the caffeine.
This friendly, local coffee shop located in Phoenix's Melrose District serves all your favorite hot and cold caffeinated beverages. Copper Star is actually located inside what was a former gas station and it still retains the kitschy mid-modern, architecture. In addition to superb coffee, the kitchen still prepares bagels, sandwiches, smoothies and salads. Whats even better, if you like what you taste, purchase bags of coffee blends and teas from around the world here at the shop itself.
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.
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.
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.
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.