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EXPLORE | | | | | | | 300 E Wigwam Blvd
Litchfield Park,
AZ
85340
623-935-3811 | | | | | Description: LITCHFIELD PARK. Serving exceptionally well-prepared Southwestern cuisine using fresh, local ingredients, this restaurant has a crisp, clean appearance with whitewashed stucco and ceiling beams. Red-brick floors and an adobe fireplace add warmth and inviting ambience. Menu fare includes mesquite-grilled pork tenderloin, braised Kobe short ribs, and seared diver scallops with poblano and white corn risotto. The little place is set away from the city, but rest assured, dining here is certainly worth the trip.
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| 5040 N 40th St
Phoenix,
AZ
85018
602-957-2555 | | | | | Description: ARCADIA. Occupying a canal-side brick building, this decidedly popular, neighborhood-casual restaurant is part of a local dynasty. The enterprise appeals to upscale families and maintains a solid menu that capitalizes on premium ingredients. Organic chicken is a specialty, and mouthwatering Dixie pan-fried chicken and roasted chicken with spaetzle showcase it beautifully. Other attractions include tuna tartar with guacamole, Chelsea's short ribs, and the Howie burger, with gruyere and caramelized onions. Ask for a table on the patio for the best vantage point.
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| 2566 E Camelback Rd
Phoenix,
AZ
85016-9226
602-954-7100 | | | | | Description: NORTH CENTRAL PHOENIX. Offering a well-rounded menu of Southwestern fare, Sam's is a great introduction to the region for non-natives. Chicken-fried tuna, Sedona spring rolls, chicken pasta cooked with tequila, and steaks are all items provided on the extensive menu. Diners may choose to enjoy their meals in the authentic decor of the dining room or outside on the refreshing patio.
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| 3213 E Camelback Rd
Phoenix,
AZ
85018
602-955-8100 | | | | | Description: DOWNTOWN PHOENIX. A clean-lined interior of neutral colors and vibrant artwork sets the scene for this bustling hotspot. Created by Chef Mark Tarbell, the menu of New American cuisine puts a creative twist on fresh vegetables, chicken, seafood, and beef. Although offerings change monthly, you can be assured of terrific food like grilled salmon, rock shrimp, and an upscale vegetable plate. The wine list has a reputation all its own. A private dining room hosts up to 10 diners, and the bistro happily serves appetizers at the bar for those who just want to enjoy the ambiance.
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| 6003 N 16th St
Phoenix,
AZ
85016-1801
602-248-7827 | | | | | Description: NORTH CENTRAL PHOENIX. Don your boots and cowboy hat, and you'll fit in just fine at Texaz Grill. Music from the jukebox adds energy to the place, Texas-themed artifacts adorn the walls, and aromas of chicken fried steak make your mouth water. T-bone steaks, catfish, and chili also populate the menu. The inviting ambience and satisfying food come together beautifully for an experience rooted in good times. Just be sure to save room for pecan pie it could subdue the largest sweet tooth in all of Arizona!
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| 2502 E Camelback Rd
Phoenix,
AZ
85016
602-952-8900 | | | | | Description: BILTMORE. The Capital Grille, part of a national chain, is one of the city's most popular steak houses. If you're looking to impress a potential client, this place delivers. The interior sports clubby ambience, offers welcome privacy, and pleases its professional clientele. The famous porterhouse 24 ounces of excellent, dry-aged beef will leave you swooning, and seafood options are available for non-meat-eaters. For dessert, why not try the mouthwatering flourless chocolate cake?
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| 3930 E Camelback Rd
Phoenix,
AZ
85018
602-224-0225 | | | | | Description: PHOENIX. Consistently rated one of the top restaurants in the area, Vincent Guerithault garners both popular and critical acclaim. The chef's French heritage, coupled with his penchant for earthy Southwestern ingredients, establishes a new standard in cuisine. The inspired menu is highly rated, featuring perfectly prepared dishes like smoked salmon quesadillas, duck confit, wild boar, rack of lamb, and sweetbreads. Grilled meats and seafood are also impeccably done. As a complement to a fantastic meal, make sure you sample the absolutely sinful desserts. Crème brûlée receives regular accolades, but souffles are decadent as well, as is the home-churned ice cream. Great for special occasions or business lunches.
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| 1625 N Central Ave
Phoenix,
AZ
85004
602-257-2191 | | | | | Description: DOWNTOWN PHOENIX. A wonderful complement to the Phoenix Art Museum, this enviable cafe mesmerizes diners with all sorts of good things. The menu makes use of fresh, local ingredients, proffering sandwiches, salads, and a handful of main-course offerings. Among the options: Maryland crab cakes with remoulade sauce, pesto shrimp salad, strawberry chicken salad, and a pepper-crusted beef tenderloin sandwich. Homemade desserts are an added delight, and afternoon tea provides a more-than-genteel experience.
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| 3101 W Indian School Rd
Phoenix,
AZ
85017
602-277-6291 | | | | | Description: WEST PHOENIX. Put on your cowboy gear, and keep an eye out for a sign bearing the visage of an enormous longhorn. It sets the tone for the restaurant's Western decor and for the waitstaff, who speak the tongue of the old time wrangler. Steaks are juicy, service is friendly, and the atmosphere is exciting. Plus, the place has been making hungry locals happy since 1956! Beyond the 24-oz. porterhouse, the menu boasts pork ribs, barbecue, burgers, sandwiches, and even chicken fried steak.
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| 1949 E Camelback Rd
Phoenix,
AZ
85016
602-248-9250 | | | | | Description: PHOENIX. This isn't just an ordinary ice cream parlor where a cookies n' cream cone is all cream and no cookies. Cold Stone Creamery offers a broad selection of ice creams, yogurts, and smoothies. The difference is how they provide the toppings. Instead of just throwing a few sprinkles on top, employees thoroughly mix toppings and ice cream on a slab of frozen granite. As a result, you can enjoy Heath bar crunch all the way to the bottom of the waffle cone. Sundaes and malted milkshakes also allow you to indulge.
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