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Restaurant Reviews
Here are some restaurant reviews done by your Phoenix Guide, as well as some that have been submitted by visitors to About Phoenix. Look back often, as I am always adding new ones. In this section you'll also find some other online restaurant search resources and reviews.
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5 & Diner, Peoria
Better than the Phoenix location, check out this 50s-type diner with their chocolate shakes and rock 'n' roll.
5 & Diner, Phoenix
I didn't find it to be the best in Arizona, or the world. As a matter of fact, I wouldn't even go back.
Abuelo's Mexican Food Embassy
A restaurant review of Abuelo's Mexican Restaurant.
Ajo Al's
Read a review of Ajo Al's. Ajo Al's is a Mexican restaurant in central Phoenix.
Alice Cooper's Town
Read a review of Alice Cooper's Town, a retaurant in Phoenix, Arizona. Alice Cooper's town is a sports and rock 'n' roll themed restaurant owned by the shock rocker Alice Cooper.
Arcadia Farms at Phoenix Art Museum
Arcadia Farms has three locations in the Phoenix area, one of which is at Phoenix Art Museum.
Arriba Mexican Grill
Read a restaurant review of Arriba Mexican Grill. There are several locations of Arriba Mexican Grill in the Phoenix area.
Arrogant Butcher
The Arrogant Butcher is a restaurant in downtown Phoenix, Arizona. See what the About.com Guide to Phoenix has to say about her visit to The Arrogant Butcher.
Arrowhead Grill
Read a review of Arrowhead Grill, a steak house in Glendale, Arizona.
Bada Boom Pasta Room
Bada Boom! Pasta Room tries to evoke the feel of the Sinatra era of Italian eateries. Located in Scottsdale.
Bahama Breeze
Read a restaurant review of Bahama Breeze. Bahama Breeze has several locations in the greater Phoenix area.
Barcelona Chandler
A restaurant review of Barcelona, a restaurant in Chandler, Arizona.
Barrio Cafe
The Barrio Cafe in Phoenix has developed a following and a reputation. People line up to wait their turn to sample Chef Silvana's creations that she adapted from her grandmother's recipes in Mexico.
Better Than Sex Cake Cafe
A review of the restaurant Better Than Sex Cake Cafe in downtown Chandler, Arizona.
Big City BBQ
My friends and I set out to try Big City BBQ, which is getting lots of attention locally. Find out what we thought of Big City BBQ.
Bistro at Kokopelli Winery
A restaurant review of the Bistro at Kokopelli Winery. The Kokopelli Bistro is located in Chandler, Arizona.
Blanco Tacos and Tequila
Read my review of Blanco Tacos + Tequila, a mexican restaurant at the Borgata in Scottsdale, Arizona.
Bourbon Steak
Michael Mina's Bourbon Steak is located inside the Fairmont Scottsdale resort in North Scottsdale.
Bloom
Bloom American Cuisine is a restaurant in Scottsdale, AZ. See what the About.com Guide to Phoenix has to say about a visit to Bloom.
Buca di Beppo
A restaurant review of Buca di Beppo. Buca di Beppo refers to their cuisine as "Immigrant Southern Italian Dining."
Buffalo Wild Wings
Buffalo Wild Wings is a sports bar; different size television sets take up just about every inch of overhead space here. Read a review of Buffalo Wild Wings in Phoenix, Arizona.
Cafe Carumba
A restaurant review of Cafe Carumba. Cafe Carumba is a restaurant with southwestern-style food in Scottsdale, Arizona.
Calico Jack's
Read a review of Calico Jack's. Calico Jack's is a restaurant and bar in Glendale, Arizona.
Capital Grille
A restaurant review of the Capital Grille. The Capital Grille has two locations in the greater Phoenix area.
Carrabba's Italian Grill
A restaurant review of Carrabba's Italian Grill.
Charleston's Restaurant
A review of Charleston's. There are several locations of Charlestons in the Phoenix area.
Chill
Read a review of Chill. Chill is an ice cream and gelato shop in Tempe, Arizona.
Chompie's
Read a review of Chompie's, a deli in the greater Phoenix area. Chompie's is known for its fresh baked goods, including bagels, and kosher style deli food.
Claim Jumper
Claim Jumper has good food, great portions and wonderful desserts.
Compass Arizona Grill
The Compass Arizona Grill is an upscale, award-winning restaurant in downtown Phoenix. It is the only rotating restaurant in Arizona.
Cove Trattoria
The Cove Trattoria is an Italian restaurant in Scottsdale. Conveniently situated in central Scottsdale, families, business associates, dates -- all kinds and all ages dine at The Cove Trattoria.
Cowboy Ciao
Cowboy Ciao is located in downtown Scottsdale. Read my review of Cowboy Ciao.
Crackers and Company Cafe
Read a review of Crackers and Company in Mesa, AZ. Crackers and Company is open for breakfast and lunch.
Crazy Ed's Satisfied Frog
Read my review of Crazy Ed's Satisfied Frog on Bell Road in Phoenix. Crazy Ed and his Chili Beer used to be in Cave Creek, but now the original Crazy Ed has a restaurant in Phoenix.
Crazy Otto's
Crazy Otto's is a breakfast and lunch place in northwest Phoenix. Want a big breakfast? This might be the place for you!
Daphne's Greek Cafe
Read a restaurant review of Daphne's Greek Cafe. Daphne's Greek Cafe has several locations in the Phoenix area.
del Piero at Queen Creek Olive Mill
A restaurant review of del Piero at Queen Creek Olive Mill. del Piero is a Tuscan-inspired eatery at an olive mill in the Phoenix, Arizona area.
Deseo at the Westin Kierland Resort and Spa
Read a review of the restaurant Deseo. Deseo is the upscale restaurant at the Westin Kierland Resort and Spa in Scottsdale.
Different Pointe of View Winemaker Dinner
If you are looking for a fine dining experience in Phoenix, Different Pointe of View at the Pointe Hilton resort is an award winning restaurant with a spectacular view.
Dillon's - Dillons Grand - Dillon's Restaurant
A restaurant review of Dillon's Restaurant. Dilln's serve BBQ in several locations in northwest Phoenix.
Distrito
Distrito is a restaurant in central Scottsdale, Arizona serving real Mexico City food. See what the About.com Guide to Phoenix has to say about her visit.
Donovan's Steak and Chop House
read a review of Donovan's Steak and Chop House. Donovan's Steak and Chop House is a restaurant in Phoenix, Arizona.
Durant's Fine Food
A restaurant review of Durant's in central Phoenix. Durants has been located on Central Avenue in Phoenix since 1950.
Eddie V's Edgewater Grille
Located in North Scottsdale at DC Ranch, this upscale restaurant is know for its seafood, although you can get a steak there if you'd like one!
EJ's Steakhouse
Read a review of EJs Steakhouse. EJ's Steakhouse in Mesa, Arizona.
El Zocalo Mexican Grille
Read a review of El Zocalo Mexican Grill. El Zocalo Mexican Grill is a restaurant in Chandler, Arizona.
elements / Sanctuary on Camelback Sunday Brunch - Restaurant Review
Read a review of Sunday Brunch at elements restaurant at Sanctuary on Camelback Mountain in Paradise Valley, Arizona.
Estate House
Read a review of Estate House. Estate House is a restaurant in Scottsdale, AZ.
Famous Dave's Barbecue
A restaurant review of Famous Dave's BBQ restaurant. Famous Dave's has two locations in the metro Phoenix area.
Farrelli's Cinema Supper Club
Read a review of Farrelli's Cinema Supper Club. Farrelli's Cinema Supper Club is in Scottsdale, Arizona.
Firebirds Rocky Mountain Grill
A restaurant reveiw of Firebirds Rocky Mountain Grill.
Fish Market
A review of the Fish Market restaurant in central Phoenix.
Fogo de Chao
Fogo de Chao is a Brazilian steakhouse in Scottsdale. It's all you can eat salad and grilled meats for a fixed price.
Fogo e Brasa
Enjoy an adventure in eating at this Brazilian all-you-can-eat restaurant in Ahwatukee Foothills.
Garcia's Mexican Restaurant
Read a review of Garcia's Mexican Restaurant. There are several locations of Garcia's Mexican Restaurant in the Phoenix area.
Golden Spoon Frozen Yogurt
read a review of Golden Spoon Frozen Yogurt, with locations in the greater Phoenix area.
Gordon Biersch Brewery Restaurant
Read a review of Gordon Biersch Brewery Restaurant. The Gordon Biersch Brewery Restaurant has locations in downtown Tempe, AZ and in Glendale, AZ.
Grimaldi's Coal Brick-Oven Pizzeria
A pizza place straight from Brooklyn. If you enjoy fresh ingredients on a crispy thin crust pizza, you'll want to visit Grimaldi's.
Hamburger Mary's
A retaurant review of Hamburger Mary's in Central Phoenix. Hamburger Mary's is a franchise.
Hard Rock Cafe Phoenix
A restaurant review of Hard Rock Cafe in Phoenix, Arizona. The Hard Rock Cafe is located in downtown Phoenix, near the US Airways Center and Chase Field.
Haus Murphy's German Restaurant
Read a review of Haus Murphy's, a restaurnat in Glendale, Arizona. Haus Murphy's serves German food.
Hong Kong Gourmet Buffet
A restaurant review of the Hong Kong Gourmet Buffet in Phoenix and in Mesa. This is a review of a chinese buffet restaurant.
Il Terrazzo Sunday Brunch
Read a review of Sunday Brunch at Il Terrazzo restaurant at The Phoenician Resort in Scottsdale, Arizona.
Islamorada Fish Company
Read a review of Islamorada Fish Company. Islamorada Fish Company is a seafood restaurant at Bass Pro Shops in Mesa, Arizona at Mesa Riverview.
J & G Steakhouse
Read my review of J & G Steakhouse at The Phoenician Resort in Scottsdale, Arizona. After the resort closed the highly acclaimed Mary Elaine's restaurant, they opened J & G Steakhouse.
Joe's Crab Shack
A restaurant review of Joe's Crab Shack in Tempe, Arizona.
Joe's Farm Grill
Read a restaurant review of Joe's Farm Grill. Joe's Farm Grill is located in Gilbert, Arizona.
Joe's Real BBQ
This barbecue place is located in the old, downtown part of Gilbert, Arizona.
Joey's of Chicago
Read a review of Joey's of Chicago. Joey's of Chicago is a sandwich shop in Cave Creek, Arizona.
Johnny Carino's Italian
A review of Johnny Carino's Italian Restaurant. There are two locations of Carino's in the greater Phoenix area.
Kai
Read a review of the restaurant Kai, located on the Gila River Indian Community at the Wild Horse Pass Resort and Spa. Kai is an upscale restaurant in Chandler, Arizona.
Kincaid's Fish, Chop & Steak House
Read a review of Kincaid's. Kincaid's Fish Chp and Steak House is a restaurant in downtown Phoenix.
Ko'Sin at Wild Horse Pass
Ko'Sin is a restaurant blending Native Southwest and American specialties.
La Hacienda
La Hacienda is a restaurant serving upscale Mexican and Southwestern fare. It is located at the Fairmont Scottsdale Princess.
La Piazza al Forno
Read a review of La Piazza al Forno. La Piazza al Forno is a pizzeria and Italian restaurant in downtown Glendale, AZ.
Landmark Restaurant
A restaurant review of The Landmark. The Landmark restaurant is in Mesa, Arizona.
Lariat Grill
Read a review of the Lariat Grill. Lariat Grill is a restaurant in Carefree, Arizona at the Carefree Resort and Villas.
Ling & Louie's Asian Bar & Grill
Read my review of Ling and Louie's at the Wild Horse Pass Casino in Chandler. The other Arizona location of this restaurant is in Scottsdale.
Lobby Grill at Arizona Grand Resort
Read my review of the Lobby Grill. The Lobby Grill is located in the main lobby of the Arizona Grand Resort.
Logan's Roadhouse
Read a review of Logan's Roadhouse. Logan's Roadhouse is a chain restaurant that has opened locations in the Phoenix area.
Lon's at the Hermosa Inn
Read my review of Lon's. Lon's is a fine dining establishment in Paradise Valley that is associated with the Hermosa Inn.
Los Dos Molinos
A restaurant review of Los Dos Molinos. Los Dos Molinos has three locations in Arizona and one in New York City.
Macaroni Grill
A restaurant review of Macaroni Grill. Romano's Macaroni Grill serves Italian food for lunch and dinner.
Majerle's Sports Grill
Read a review of Majerle’s Sports Grill. Majerle’s Sports Grillis owned by former Phoenix Suns star Dan Majerle. There are two locations, one in downtown Phoenix and one at Chandler Fashion Center.
Malee's Thai Bistro
Read a review of Malees Thai Bistro. Malees Thai Bistro is a Thai restaurant in Scottsdale, Arizona.
Margaritaville
Read a review of Margaritaville. Margaritaville is a restaurant in Glendale, AZ at Westgate City Center.
Mastro's City Hall Steakhouse
Read a review of Mastro's City Hall. Mastro's City Hall is an upscale steakhouse in downtown Scottsdale, Arizona.
Mastro's Ocean Club
Read a review of Mastro's Ocean Club. Mastro's Ocean Club is a restaurant serving fresh seafood in Scottsdale, AZ.
Matt's Big Breakfast
Read a review of Matt's Big Breakfast. Matt's Big Breakfast is located near downtown Phoenix, AZ.
McCormick & Schmicks
A restaurant review of McCormick & Schmick's seafood restaurant in Phoenix, Arizona.
McDuffy's
Read a review of McDuffy's. McDuffy's is a sports bar in the Phoenix, Arizona area.
McGrath's Fish House
Read a review of McGrath's Fish House Restaurant. McGrath's Fish House has locations in Mesa, Scottsdale and Goodyear.
Melting Pot
The Melting Pot has two locations in the Valley of the Sun. It isn't just a meal--it's an adventure!
Metro Brasserie and Bar
Metro Brasserie is a casual dining establishment in downtown Scottsdale offering French and Cajun-inspired items and signature cocktails.
Mia Francesca
Mia Francesca is an Italian restaurant in north Scottsdale, coming here from the Chicago area. See what the About.com Guide to Phoenix has to say about her visit to Mia Francesca.
Miracle Mile Deli
A restaurant review of Miracle Mile Deli in Phoenix. Miracle Mile Deli has been in Phoenix since 1949.
Moe's Southwest Grill
Read a restaurant review of Moe's Southwest Grill. Moe's Southwest Grill has several locations in the Phoenix area.
Monti's La Casa Vieja
A restaurant review of Monti's La Casa Vieja in Tempe, Arizona. Monti's La Casa Vieja has been in downtown Tempe for more than 50 years.
My Big Fat Greek Restaurant
A restaurant review of My Big Fat Greek Restaurant in Chandler, Arizona.
Nellie Cashman's Monday Club Café Sunday Brunch
See what the About.com Guide to Phoenix has to say about her visit to Nellie Cashman's Monday Club Café Sunday Brunch at the Westin Kierland in Scottsdale, Arizona.
Networks Bar and Grill
Networks Bar & Grill is located in the lobby of the Hyatt Regency Phoenix in downtown Phoenix.
North
Read a review of North, an Italian-style restaurant with locations in Scottsdale and Glendale, Arizona.
Ocean Prime
Ocean Prime serves fresh seafood and prime beef. It is located in the CityNorth complex in north Phoenix, near the Scottsdale border.
Old Chicago Pasta and Pizza
Read a review of Old Chicago Pasta and Pizza, a chain restaurnat with locations in the greater Phoenix area.
Oregano's Pizza Bistro
Read a review of Oregano's Pizza Bistro. Oregano's has several locations in the Phoenix area.
Over Easy
Read a review of Over Easy. Over Easy is located in central Phoenix, AZ.
P. F. Chang's China Bistro
With several locations in the Valley of the Sun, this is not your typical Chinese restaurant.
Palm Court Sunday Brunch
Read a review of an elegant Sunday Brunch at Palm Court, Scottsdale Resort & Conference Center in Scottsdale, AZ.
Pappadeaux Seafood Kitchen
We went out in search of fresh lobster, and we were very happy with what we found at Pappadeaux.
Paradise Bakery and Café
Restaurant review of Paradise Bakery and Cafe, with several locations in the greater Phoenix area.
Pasta Pomodoro
This Italian eatery will please your stomach and your wallet. Three locations in the Valley: Scottsdale, Chandler and Mesa.
Paul Lee's Chinese Kitchen
A Review of the restaurant Paul Lee's Chinese Kitchen. There are several locations of Paul Lee's Chinese Kitchen in the Phoenix area.
Pei Wei Asian Diner
The food at Pei Wei is reasonably priced, and everything is a la carte. Find out why I like Pei Wei Asian Diner.
Pita Jungle
Read a review of Pita Jungle, a restaurant in the Phoenix area serving Mediterranean food. Pita Jungle is popular with vegans and vegetarians because of their many appropriate menu items selections for people with those dietary needs.
Pleasure Feast at Arizona Renaissance Festival
Read a review of the Pleasure Feast at the Arizona Renaissance Festival. The Pleasure feast is a separately ticketed meal with entertainment.
Pomo Pizzeria Napoletana
Read my review of Pomo Pizzeria Napoletana in Scottsdale, Arizona.
RA
A review of RA sushi bar and restaurant. They have several locations in the Valley.
Rawhide Steakhouse and Saloon
Read a restaurant review of Rawhide Steakhouse. Located at Wild Horse Pass on the Gila River Indian Community near Chandler, Rawhide and Western Town and Steakhouse is a Phoenix favorite.
Red Kilt Grill and Pub
Read a review of the Red Kilt Grill and Pub, with locations
Red White and Brew
Red White and Brew is an American restaurant with locations in Chandler and Mesa, Arizona. Read my review of Red White and Brew.
Red's Steakhouse
Read a review of Red's Steakhouse in Litchfield Park, Arizona. Red's Steakhouse is at the Wigwam Golf Resort & Spa, which is located west of Phoenix.
Redendo's Pizzeria
Read a review of Redendo's Pizzeria in Fountain Hills. Redendo's also has a location in Scottsdale, AZ.
Redfish
Read this restaurant review of Redfish. Cajun seafood is the specialty at Redfish.
Regions Bistro
Not exactly a dress-up place, but not necessarily inviting for the football jersey crowd, Regions Bistro would be a likely choice for a ladies lunch out, a casual business meal or a casual family get-together.
Renegade Canteen
Renegade Canteen is a restaurant in downtown Scottsdale, Arizona. Read a review of Renegade Canteen.
RigaTonys
A restaurant review of RigaTony's. RigaTony's is an Italian restaurant in Chandler, Arizona.
Roaring Fork
Roaring Fork is a restaurant in downtown Scottsdale, Arizona. Read a review of the Roaring Fork.
Rockfish Seafood Grill
Looking for some cheap seafood? Rockfish Seafood Grill has great food at reasonable prices. Rockfish has a location in Chandler and at Desert Ridge (north Phoenix) in the Phoenix area.
Ross's Hooked and Cooked
Read a review of Ross's Hooked & Cooked. Ross's Hooked & Cooked is a restaurant in Phoenix, AZ.
Roy's Restaurant
A restaurant review of Roy's Restaurant. Roy's serves Hawaiian Fusion Cuisine at several locations in the greater Phoenix area.
Rustler's Rooste
A restaurant review of Rustler's Rooste. Rustler's Rooste is a wetsren themed restaurant in Phoenix, AZ.
Salty Señorita
Read a review of the Salty Señorita Mexican restaurant. Salty Señorita is located in Scottsdale, Arizona and Mesa, Arizona.
Sapporo in Scottsdale
A restaurant review of Sapporo in Scottsdale. Sapporo is a Japanese restaurant in Scottsdale, Arizona.
Sassi
Read a review of Sassi. Sassi is a restaurant in Scottsdale, Arizona.
Sautee
Read a review of Sautee. Sautee is a restaurant in Chandler, Arizona.
Serrano's Mexican Food
Read a review of Serrano's Mexican restaurant. Serrano's has several Mexican restaurants in Phoenix area.
Shula's Steak House
Read a review of Shula's America's Steak House at Wild Horse Pass Hotel & Casino. Shula's teak House is located in Chandler, Arizona just outside Phoenix.
Silk Road Asia Bistro
See a review of Silk Road Asia Bistro. Silk Road Asia Bistro has
Someburros!
Read a review of Someburros. Someburros is a Mexican food restaurant in the Phoenix area.
Spices Mediterranean Kitchen
A restaurant review of Spices Mediterranean Kitchen. Spices Mediterranean Kitchen is located in Chandler, Arizona.
Squid Ink Sushi Bar
Squid Ink Sushi is a restaurant in the northwest part of town in Peoria, Arizona.
Stoudemires Downtown
Read a restaurant review of Stoudemire's Downtown. This location used to be Lucky Break, and the chef is Eddie Matney.
Sushi Roku
Read my review of Sushi Roku. Sushi Roku is a restaurant in Scottsdale, Arizona
Sushi Room
Read my comments about a happy hour visit to The Sushi Room in Chandler, AZ.
Sweet O Wine and Chocolate Lounge
Reada review of Sweet O Wine and Chocolate Lounge. Sweet O Wine and Chocolate Lounge is located in Glendale at Westgate City Center.
T. Cook's at the Royal Palms Resort
A restaurant review of T. Cook's at the Royal Palms Resort in Phoenix, Arizona.
Taggia
Taggia is located inside the FireSky Resort in Scottsdale, Arizona. They serve northern Italian cuisine.
Tanzy
Read a restaurant review of Tanzy at Scottsdale Quarter. Tanzy is located next to the iPic Movie Theaters.
TexAZ Grill
TexAZ Grill is a Texas steakhouse in Central Phoenix. Leave the upscale attitude at home, and try some good ol' comfort food.
The Heart Attack Grill
Read a review of the Heart Attack Grill in Chandler, Arizona. The Heart Attack Grill is a controversial restaurant in the Phoenix area.
The Satisfied Frog
Read a review of Crazy Ed's Satisfied Frog in Cave Creek, Arizona.
The Yardhouse
Read a review of Yardhouse Restaurant in Glendale, AZ. The Yardhouse is a chain restaurant with locations in the Phoenix area.
Tomaso's Italian Restaurant
A restaurant review of Tomaso's Italian Restaurant in Chandler, Arizona.
Top of the Rock
Award winning Southwestern cuisine with a panoramic view.
Torta Rica Authentic Mexican Kitchen
Read a review of Torta Rica Authentic Mexican Kitchen. Torta Rica is a Mexican restaurant in Phoenix, Arizona.
Wright's at the Biltmore Sunday Brunch
See the Phoenix Guide's review of Sunday Brunch at Wright's at the Arizona Biltmore, located in Phoenix, Arizona.
Turf Club at Turf Paradise Racetrack
If you want to spend a day at the races, you might consider combining a nice meal with the thoroughbred racing at Turf Paradise.
Wrigley Mansion Sunday Brunch
See what the About.com Guide to Phoenix has to say about her visit to Wrigley Mansion in Phoenix, Arizona for Sunday brunch.
White Chocolate Grill
Read a review of White Chocolate Grill. White Chocolate Grill is a restaurant in Scottsdale, Arizona.