Discover the best restaurants in the NorthWest Valley

 

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How often have you asked someone where to eat and heard "You've gotta go to the East Valley or Downtown."?


Well, we disagree. There are many many amazing restaurants right here in our community here in the NorthWest Valley that need our patronage and support. At NorthWestValleyEats.com, you'll find a listing of the best restaurants in the NorthWest Valley. Including valuable information about their restaurants, photos, hours of operation, menus, coupons, links to their DoorDash and/or UberEats sites, testimonials, driving directions, and so much more.

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Headquarters Grill Bar Sushi

Mod sports bar with minimalist decor featuring upscale pub fare, sushi & craft brews on tap. [read more]

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Oroweat Baking Co Outlet

Come to our Bakery Outlet for all your bread, buns, sweets and more needs! Discounts from 20-50% off daily. [read more]

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Connolly's Sports Grill

Connolly's Sports Grill is the best damn sports bar and grill in Phoenix, Arizona. We serve delicious bar food including great burgers, philly, sandwiches nd Flat breads. We have Open mic, DJ, Live Music, & show all favorite sports teams and sporting events on Big Screen TVs! History Established in 2009. Connolly's Sports Grill has been showing great games, serving cold beer and cooking delicious food since 2009. We are focused on customer service, and we do what it takes to make you happy. We have over 30 years in the restaurant business. [read more]

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Ground Control Craft Food & Drink

Gathering place for wine, specialty coffees, beer tasting & eclectic meals in contemporary environs. Excellent rotating draft selection of all craft beer: 27 Taps! | Wood Fired Pizza | Full service on-site kitchen | Specialty Grade Coffee roasted on site! | House made Italian Gelato | Trivia night Mondays | Wine Tasting Tuesdays | Beer pairing dinners [read more]

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Tropical Smoothie Cafe

Tropical Smoothie Cafe The Boulevard Surprise Pointe’s menu boasts bold, flavorful smoothies – like the Island Green® and Sunrise Sunset™ – with a healthy appeal, all made-to-order with quality ingredients. We find that real fruits, veggies and juices just taste better. Our toasted flatbreads, wraps, sandwiches, quesadillas and bowls are made to suit your tastes with quality meats, fresh produce and flavorful sauces, all with a bit of tropical fun! Stop by a cafe and enjoy a fun, relaxing atmosphere and unparalleled hospitality. Feeling pressed for time and craving convenience? Order ahead and skip the line with the Tropical Rewards app. Need to please a crowd? Place your group or catering order on our website. [read more]

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Whiskey Rose

From BBQ to two-stepping, we’ve got everything for the foodie in you to the nightlife lover. Choose from a wide selection of house marinated and smoked meat to our hand-crafted signature cocktails and a variety of beer and wine. After you finish your pulled pork sandwich and homemade mac n’ cheese, join us on the dance floor for daily specials all week long. [read more]

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Matchbox Sports Bar & Grill

Matchbox Sports Bar & Grill is dedicated to offering our customers exceptional service and a great time. Nestled inside The Days Hotel just SE of 91st Ave and Grand Ave. We offer daily and weekly specials, pool tables, dart boards, arcade games, viewing of sporting events, and Off Track Betting!!!! Stop in today and try our signature burger The Matchbox, it's a biggun! HAPPY HOUR: Mon-Thurs 3pm- 6pm Domestic bottle/ draft $2.75! Well drinks $2.75! Like us so we can update you with weekly special and events!!!! [read more]

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Do Drop In

Nice crowd of people to talk to; Best place in town for good food and drink [read more]

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Carlos O'Briens Mexican Restaurant - North Phoenix

At Carlos O'Brien's you will find awesome Mexican food made from high quality, fresh, local ingredients. Our team begins every day bright and early slicing fresh vegetables, turning the best avocados into our famous guacamole, slowly simmering our signature sauces... and when our customers come to enjoy the delicious results, they can be sure of excellent service in a and casual setting History Established in 1978. Our mission is to be our customers' favorite place to eat. Since 1978, with the same local ownership, the Carlos O'Brien's team is always working hard to achieve this goal. From our first location in a modest strip mall in downtown Phoenix, our customers could not get enough. Diners waited in lines for seats and parking spaces and came from all parts of Arizona. Not being satisfied with keeping people waiting, we found a much bigger location just a few miles north on 12th Street and Northern Avenue. And since, we opened two more locations around the valley. [read more]

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Natalino Italian Restaurant

Established in 2001. family-owned and family-run restaurant since 2001 serving only the freshest Italian food [read more]

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State 48 Brewery

State 48 Brewery is a collective consisting of 4 different breweries, each featuring its own style and offerings. Each location has a brewhouse and brewpub onsite as well as a scratch kitchen to compliment our craft beer. [read more]

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Ronnie's Cafe

With pancakes the size of dinner plates and omelets that can feed you for days, we guarantee you will not go home hungry. Ronnie's Cafe is a family-owned business, the Owners Richard and Wendi pride themselves on offering great home-cooked food for a very reasonable price. They strive to offer the best customer service and great quality food. They go above and beyond for their customers. So stop in and say hi, one of them is bound to be there. [read more]

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Mamma Toledo's The Pie Hole

We specialize in offering some of the best pies you can purchase and devour in the great capital city of Phoenix and beautiful state of Arizona. We also specialize in homemade desserts and serve freshly brewed local coffee, lattes, cappuccinos, cold brewed coffee and more. Everything we offer is LOCAL and our whole coffee beans are roasted fifteen minutes away in Tempe, Arizona from local roastery, Cortez Coffee Company. [read more]

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Poke Bar

At Poké Bar, we believe fast food should be fresh food. From our premium ingredients to our exceptional service, eating healthy has never been easier—or more enjoyable! [read more]

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Finish Line Bar & Billiards

Billard and bar-restaurant with dine-in and takeaway options. [read more]

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Tom Yum Thai Restaurant

Homely Thai restaurant with dine-in, takeaway, or delivery options [read more]

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Betty's Rooste

Betty's Rooste Sun City West serves breakfast and lunch Monday thru Friday and specializes in homemade desserts. [read more]

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COMA SUSHI & IZAKAYA & FRESH SASHIMI

Sushi Restaurant in GLENDALE that offers dine-in., takeaway and delivery [read more]

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Wanderin

The tastiest pub grub is no further away than Wanderin in the heart of Phoenix. Get in and out of the car quickly with no-hassle parking located all around the restaurant. For an indulgent meal of classic pub food, Wanderin is the place to bring your best buds for a night out. [read more]

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Momma's Tata Tasties

Natural and organic lactation goodies to help boost milk production safely and naturally for breast feeding mommas! What better way than a yummy treat? [read more]

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Golden Dragon Restaurant

In 1982 the Long family opened Golden Dragon on the border of Conshohocken and Plymouth Meeting, with the intention of creating a comforting environment to share their culinary tradition. While many shops in the area have come and gone, we remain a fixture in the community. To this day we continue the family tradition, providing delicious food and friendly service to anyone who steps through our doors. [read more]

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North Mountain Brewing Company

North Mountain Brewery is a Restaurant Brewery. We brew malty and hoppy beers that are well balanced and very drinkable. We also brew our own Hard Seltzer - all gluten free. Our food is diverse and unique and very beer-centric cuisines- Beer Food of the World. We slow cooks our meats with beers plus we have burgers, pizzas, fried rice and salads. North Mountain Brewing Company is located on Dunlap Ave and 7th St in Phoenix. We are your destination for great beer, delicious brunch options (Saturdays & Sundays), lunch and dinner. You'll find a beer you love, no matter whether you like it light or extra hoppy. [read more]

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PHỞlicious

How did we get started? The Pandemic caused a lot of people to change how they live, and we were no different. Not being able to go to our favorite restaurants had a major impact on our lifestyle. Due to the time it takes to make Pho the right way, one of our favorite places to eat was our local Pho restaurant. However, once the pandemic was in full effect, this was no longer an option. So what did we do then? The entire family got involved in brainstorming on how we can make AUTHENTIC Pho in a short amount of time to make it convenient for our busy lifestyle. First, we took our family recipe that has been passed down several generations, and started to experiment on ways to make it faster, and not sacrifice flavor, taste or authenticity. Second, we spent time and time again perfecting our process until finally, we hit perfection! What did we do next? We made kits for ourselves, family members, coworkers and friends to enjoy at home. What happened next? Friends would tell other friends, family would tell their friends, and before you knew it, there was a circle of demand for our new Pho Kit. Finally, The PhoLicious LLC kit was born! [read more]

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That Place Subs and Salads

We start with the finest premium meats and cheeses, that are sliced fresh in our kitchen, along with all of our garden fresh vegetables. Then we combine these great, fresh, flavors to create “a Samich you can’t refuse.“™ What sets us apart from the rest? Our House Made Creamy Garlic Mayo with a freshly baked French Roll that will have you coming back for more. [read more]

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Zipps Sports Grill

Zipps Sports Grill is located on 59th Avenue and Utopia Rd., just off the 101 freeway in Glendale (Arrowhead), in the Citadelle Plaza. Zipps is also located directly across the street from Midwestern University, and down the street from Foothills Statepark, and Recreation & Aquatics Center. This location has a big back room great for hosting parties or gatherings! Whether you are out with your friends or looking for an affordable place to take your family, Zipps is a great destination for delicious food, unbeatable happy hour and friendly staff. [read more]

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Streets of New York

Since 1976 Streets of New York has been serving authentic East Coast taste to Phoenix, Arizona. Our goal regardless of whether you are at home with friends, ordering a delivery, picking up on your way home from work, or dining in one of our stores, is to provide you with the best New York Style pizza and other authentic East Coast flavors, that Phoenix has to offer. [read more]

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Babbo Italian Eatery

At Babbo Italian Eatery, we search far and wide for unique ingredients to create bold, fresh flavors. Our staff is passionate about making you feel at home — from the food you’ll enjoy to the laughs you’ll share. We all come together in the kitchen to bring you flavorful creations that’ll keep you coming back for more. Since 2002, Babbo has been locally owned and a part of serving your community, both in and out of the kitchen. Whether it’s a custom-made meal or catering for life’s most important moments, everything revolves around tradition and family. So gather your loved ones and visit your neighborhood Babbo to eat like an Italian... Babbo’s cooking! [read more]

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Hot Bagels & Deli

Hot bagels moved from New Jersey to the state of Arizona in 2001. If you like fresh bagels, then you'll love Hot Bagels. The shop makes its bagels by hand, not by machine. The bagels are crusty on the outside and chewy on the inside, the way real bagels were meant to be and all of them are hand rolled, boiled, and baked bagels daily. We serve breakfast and lunch selling 3000 everyday. It's quite a show to watch the large mound of dough being hand rolled and boiled. It smells great, too! The shop also has a full deli selling all your favorite appetizing meats, cheeses, and a large assortment of spreads. Scumptious deserts are available. [read more]

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OBriens Sports Bar

The pub that everyone knows your name! We have great customers, great food, great bartenders, a smoking patio and a huge selection of beer and liquor. [read more]

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Pomeroy's

A neighborhood bar & grill. [read more]

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Padre Murphy's

Off Track Betting & Sports. [read more]

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Vogue Bistro

Vogue Bistro is a locally owned and operated restaurant serving some of the West Valley’s most amazing, delicious French-American style dishes in a comfortable, intimate environment. Our very inviting patio is perfect for any occasion: whether for a group celebration or a cozy dinner for two, or just enjoying the sunset over the White Tank Mountains with one of our designer martinis. [read more]

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Bosa Donuts

THE BEST DONUT IN TOWN The apple fritter will change your life. The classic glazed is as good as they come. The eclair is worth every wonderful calorie. We’re talking, of course, about a little donut shop that’s taken the Valley by storm and now operates over 20 locations and growing! Bosa Donuts is everything you want in a classic donut shop – affordable. fluffy donuts served in a no-frills atmosphere by friendly staff. There are also coffee drinks, breakfast and lunch sandwiches, fruit smoothies, and hot cocoa for the kids on the menu. Although all of those items are worth trying, it’s BoSa’s unfettered take on donuts that has won them, love, from Valley residents. Bosa doesn’t try to reinvent donut recipes or show off donut bravado with culinary skills, they just simply make the perfect donut. Period. Whether you’re in Chandler, Gilbert, Mesa, Tempe, Casa Grande, Phoenix, or Scottsdale, you’ve got access to Bosa 24/7. (Seriously, they’re open 24 hours a day, seven days per week.) Bosa is opening soon at 32nd Street and Shea, as well as University Drive and Greenfield. Some locations even feature a drive-thru. which is perfect for early morning commuters or late night snackers. Will you order a chocolate-filled glazed donut or a maple covered bar? Will you choose multi-colored sprinkles or dark ones? Will you throw in a Bavarian Cream or cinnamon roll? Donuts cost around $1 here (a dozen costs between $9-$14, depending on the style), so maybe you want to forsake all the decision-making and simply grab a dozen for the office or family. – David Tyda. Donut Connoisseur [read more]

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Chompie's Restaurant, Deli, and Bakery

Chompie’s is a full-service restaurant that’s been serving up great food, including our freshly baked bread, cakes, pastries, and world-famous bagels, since 1979! We’re known for our authentic, timeless family recipes that have been handed down for generations. Our team is dedicated to serving our customers with exceptional service and quality, ensuring that every single experience is incredibly enjoyable and unmistakably delicious. [read more]

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Black Bear Diner Glendale

This is our Phoenix-adjacent property, and boy, do residents and visitors absolutely love us. Being in such a central location brings us a lot of business, but we always have room for more, and our team is the fastest and friendliest in the entire Glendale area. We won’t make you wait long for your scrumptious meal, and we promise to bring it with a smile… and maybe even a skip in our step. [read more]

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Sunset Bistro At the Lakes

Whether you're playing golf at The Lakes, visiting friends in Westbrook Village, or just happen to be hungry and/or thirsty in the neighbourhood, Sunset Bistro is a great stop. A good menu selection of consistent tasty food, a full bar, beer on tap, and great service make for a fantastic visit. [read more]

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Wigwam Bar

The place where ideas meet and inspire creative thoughts under the open sky. Known as The Wigwam's social hub, Wigwam Bar is a European-style community courtyard, where locals and guests meet for everything from early morning lattes to late evenings of and craft cocktails. [read more]

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Filiberto's Mexican Food

This is a great place when you want Mexican food. Always fresh and tasty. Wait a tad long but they don't keep things under a lamp like Taco Bell. Only thing that I hate IMO is the menu has too many options. I hate deciding as it is! Also it would help non-Spanish speaking customers to have English next to Spanish words so I don't have to use google when ordering. Highly recommend this place One photo is my receipt. Not a bad total for three people's dinner. [read more]

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Old Pueblo Cafe

Renowned for Chef Ernestina "Tina" Borquez's family recipes and our beautiful climate-controlled patio dining directly across from the Wigwam Resort in Litchfield Park. And of course to watch your favorite teams in our 1918-built, adobe-styled bar where we also have live music and karaoke on the weekends. [read more]

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Rito's Mexican Food

Rito's Mexican Food is celebrating 45 years of business this year and we could not be more excited about the future as a company. What began as a neighborhood convenience store within the Garfield Historic Neighborhood quickly found itself selling more burritos and tacos from its limited "to go" only kitchen, than grocery goods. To that end, Rito and Rosemary Salinas decided to pivot Rito's concept into a take-out-only Mexican Food establishment that has served the "Valley Of The Sun" time-honored family recipes spanning generations. Rosemary and Rito have since passed the company on to their daughter Charlotte who embodies the same work ethic her parents instilled within her over the course of their careers. Like a true family-owned business Charlotte works alongside her sister, nieces, nephews, sons, and long-time staff some of whom have been with the company for over 30 years. As the company continues to expand its reach across Arizona, Rito's will always remain committed to providing the same great-tasting Mexican Food that Arizona has come to love with the freshest ingredients and friendly customer service. [read more]

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Geek Desserts

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Caramba Mexican Food

Our family owned and operated Caramba Mexican Food restaurants cook daily from scratch. No lard, no MSG. We use cholesterol free no trans fat canola oil. Our chicken is 100% fresh, never frozen. Only the leanest cuts of beef are used. We prepare all authentic Mexican dishes and salsas fresh daily. Low carb, low fat, vegetarian items are also available. Breakfast Burritos served all day as well as menudo. Mexican and domestic beers are served ice cold and our award winning " Best in Phoenix" margaritas are made with gold premium tequilas. We offer catering for all occasions, no matter how big or small.... from office meetings to weddings. Caramba voted "Best in Phoenix" and "Best Mexican Restaurant" by Hispanic Newpapers.... Where you will find the best Mexican food in a relaxing atmosphere for a great price!!! History Established in 1990. We opened our first location in downtown Glendale in 1990. Since then we have opened 4 more locations in Phoenix, Glendale, and Surprise. All locations are family owned and operated. Serving authentic Mexican dishes at a great value and establishing friendships with each and every customer has kept us in business for over 20 years! [read more]

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CULTURE MIX COFFEE

Our company provides a service of caffeinated drinks with nitrogen and a variety of crepes. We satisfy the necessity of the daily customer with limited time. History Established in 2018. Culture Mix Coffee is your local restaurant that specializes in serving coffee and crepes! Before opening our 1st restaurant location in Peoria (2021) we were showing our vibrant culture by selling coffee and crepes to the community at local events such as "Dog Days at the Garden" at Desert Botanical Garden, and Phoenix's art walk "First Fridays" and at "The World Bazaar & Phoenix Community Market". We love providing the local community with great tasting food with amazing customer service. We hope to see you soon! [read more]

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The Habit Burger Grill

At The Habit Burger Grill, we believe there's no substitute for quality. Since 1969, we've been serving up award-winning Charburgers grilled over an open flame, hand-cut salads, signature sandwiches, and more with genuine hospitality. [read more]

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Little Saigon Restaurant

Tucked inside a small, cheery cottage, this restaurant offers a range of Vietnamese dishes. While offering exemplary, homemade tasting versions of Vietnamese classics such as the reliably delicious "phở" (rice noodle soup) or "bún" (rice noodle salad bowl), Little Saigon also focus on lesser-known and more unique Vietnamese staples such as "mì quảng" (turmeric noodle soup with shrimp, steamed pork and rice crackers), "bò cuốn lá nho" (grilled beef wrapped in grape leaves) and "gỏi ngó sen tôm thịt" (lotus root salad studded with shrimp, pork and pickled vegetables). Either way, Little Saigon will definitely give you the idea of the remarkable range that Vietnamese cuisine has to offer! [read more]

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Robles Grill

Our Mexican food & grill offers dine-in, takeaway, or delivery services [read more]

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Ramiro's Mexican Food

Always-open counter-serve Mexican eatery with a drive-thru & simple menu of tacos & burritos. [read more]

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Soup & Sausage Bistro

When starting this restaurant, our goal was to bring all our favorite flavors from Eastern European cuisine to one place for the people of Phoenix to enjoy. At Soup&Sausage Bistro, we’re proud to say we accomplished our goal after opening our doors at 04.28.2017. We started by taking ideas from Ukraine, Poland, Russia, and other countries to create our menu. What comes out of that combination is a collection of hearty meat and vegetables dishes new to the typical American palate. With a focus on high-quality, homemade comfort food from the lands of our home, we’re confident there’s something here for everyone to love -- and we’re excited to share it with you all. [read more]

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Crumbl Cookies - Glendale

The world’s best cookies are available. Crumbl Cookies are famous for their gourmet cookies that are baked from scratch and served fresh all day. Their award winning warm chocolate chip and chilled sugar cookies are served each week along with four rotating specialty cookies. They provide excellent in-store service along with options for delivery and national shipping. Come visit in-store to smell the cookies baking, see bakers mixing dough, and become a part of the crumbl crew! History Established in 2017. It all started with one big dream, two crazy cousins, and the perfect combination of flour, sugar, and chocolate chips. After thousands of dollars in wasted dough, recipes that did not live up to their expectations, and cookies that were just plain embarrassing to them today, the cousins decided to try something a bit unique, A/B testing their way to the perfect cookie. They would take the exact same cookie, change out one ingredient like chocolate chips and randomly visit local gas stations and grocery stores simply asking one question "Which one of these two cookies is the best?" They continued this testing on ingredients and cooking methods until they came up with what they believe is the world's best chocolate chip cookie.The very first Crumbl opened in Logan, UT while Sawyer was attending Utah State University (go Aggies). Since then the franchise has expanded to 260+ locations in 36 different states. Each continuing to spread warm, fresh, delicious cookies to Crumblrs everywhere. [read more]

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NakedQ BBQ

At NakedQ, we want you to feel like you’re at home, wherever home is. That’s why our mission is to give you the freedom to eat the BBQ you love. Rewind back before the birth of NakedQ, Pitboss Oren traveled all over the country & ate a lot of BBQ. While he enjoyed every bite, he also learned that it means something different depending on where you’re from: In the Carolinas, it’s not BBQ unless there’s pork and a vinegary sauce. In Memphis, you better be craving ribs. If you’re from St. Louis or Kansas City, you’re going to be expecting a tomatoey sauce. Texas BBQ is all about the beef brisket. Oren took all of these BBQ experiences from across the country and created NakedQ, where we rub, smoke and serve our meats naked (without sauce) like pork, ribs, brisket, links, turkey, and chicken with our tried and true recipes. From our North Carolina-style vinegar sauce to South Carolina mustard sauce to traditional sweet or spicy sauces you can choose to enjoy it, the way you love it because BBQ is as American as apple pie (even though we prefer peach.) Eat Naked! [read more]

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Fine Ash Cigars Bar & Lounge

Fine Ash Cigars is a family-owned and operated cigar lounge in Glendale, Arizona. Fine Ash Cigars was thought of with the intention of creating an environment where cigar lovers could access premium and boutique cigars locally in a single location. When possible, the staff of Fine Ash Cigars (It’s just Sam & Rosie) will personally deliver cigars to customers whom they also consider part of their family and ship boxes across the states to their extended friends. Rosie and I pride ourselves on the quality of customer service and the products we provide to our customers. Fine Ash Cigars will not only provide you with some of the best premium cigars on the market but also ensure they are delivered to you with lightning-like speed. [read more]

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Guapo Tacos

A Modern Food Truck Offering Gourmet Tacos & Breakfast Burritos [read more]

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Krachai Thai Kitchen

Thai restaurant with a classic menu, including some Pan-Asian items, for eat-in or takeout. [read more]

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Boston Market

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Player 1 Arcade

Player 1 Arcade has an amazing collection of retro arcade games from the 80's classic hits to the 90's must have fighters. Along with the greatest hits of the 80's and 90's arcade machines, we have a wide selection of pinball machines to enjoy. We will rotate games in and out so check back often to see our current lineup. [read more]

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Ajo Al's Mexican Cafe

Arizona's Original Mexican Cafe. Family-owned & operated since 1986. Originality never tasted so good! Share your photos with #EatAjoAls [read more]

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The Toast Craft Kitchen & Cocktails

Escape from the ordinary at your favourite neighbourhood restaurant. The TOAST is a Modern American restaurant with a strong Mediterranean influence throughout our menu. Inspired by flavour and a place where good people gather . . . we hope to provide an escape from the ordinary. ​ Enjoy a sunlit lunch on the patio with friends, a romantic dinner for two, or a lively happy hour full of laughter. Our extensive variety of signature cocktails, local beers, bold reds, and refreshing whites are sure to provide you with the perfect glass to TOAST this beautiful life. [read more]

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Barro's Pizza

At Barro’s Pizza, our pizza can only be described as a combination of thick and fluffy crust, paired with a perfected tangy and sweet, spiced sauce—the Barro family secret. Add generous amounts of the highest quality mozzarella for the flawless trifecta of pizza ingredients. The Barro’s Pizza family recipe goes back to when Grandma Angelina Barro was making pizza and pasta in her own home back in Italy. Her recipes were passed down through the generations and are now used in the family business today. [read more]

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Glendale Lou Malnati's

Family-owned local chain for Italian classics & Chicago-style, deep-dish pizzas with butter crusts. Considered the oldest family name in Chicago pizza, Lou Malnati's is as rich in history as its pizza is in flavor. Lou Malnati got his start in the 1940's working in Chicago's first deep dish pizzeria. He took his pizza expertise to Lincolnwood, a northern suburb of Chicago, where he and his wife Jean opened the first Lou Malnati's Pizzeria on March 17, 1971. Lou was known for his fun-loving character as well as making Chicago's best pizza. Loyal patrons lined the streets on opening day for a taste of his delicious deep dish creations. Lou always thought it was funny that an Italian should open a pizzeria in a Jewish neighborhood on an Irish holiday. But that was Lou's style; he loved all types of people and didn't care much about what people thought. [read more]

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