We've made it easy to find and support 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.
Take a look at some of the communities favorites featured here on the front page!
We brought the Latin flavor made with natural fruit the classic Shaved Ice. [read more]
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Friendly Neighborhood Dive Bar known for its award winning wings, great burgers, and other delicious food. Great place to watch sports with a cold beer and something good to eat. [read more]
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Unfussy counter-service place dishing up Hawaiian-style BBQ, fried seafood & noodle soups. [read more]
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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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Straight from Bourbon Street in New Orleans, Fat Tuesday is the perfect place to go for fun in Glendale. At Westgate, we are convenient to offices, Coyote stadium and the outlet mall. We have been serving great drinks, great food and great fun in a colorful, upbeat atmosphere. Our specialties are our Fat Tuesday Frozen Daiquiris and authentic New Orleans style food. The menu does have classics such as Pizza's, Sandwiches, chips and dips. We have a full service bar for those who prefer martinis, margaritas, and other non frozen drinks. Get away from the office for lunch and, for late night, there is usually a party going on. Watch the world go by on Westgate's premier patio as you enjoy our Happy Hour, Every day 4pm - 7pm, Reverse Happy Hour Sunday - Thursday from 9pm-11pm and Happy Hour all day on Tuesday. We can host your next office get-together or private party and make it special with one of our theme parties, complete with decorations. We can accommodate parties of many different sizes. [read more]
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Nino's is a family run, family owned business. We serve some of the finest Mexican food in Arizona! [read more]
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Chino Bandido Takee-Outee has become a cult favorite among foodies in the valley (and around the country!) since its inception in November 1990. Founded by Frank and Eve Collins, who still own and operate the company today, Chino Bandido blends traditional flavors from Mexican and Asian cuisines — based on Eve’s Chinese heritage as well as their local roots as both Frank and Eve are native Arizonans — and some Jamaican flair added in for good measure! When the husband-and-wife team originally opened their doors, Chino Bandido was just a humble 1,000- square-foot restaurant with seating for just 16 guests modeled after the “hole in the wall” establishments that Frank and Eve love. And the love for Chino Bandido rapidly grew among local diners, which quickly necessitated the restaurant’s growth. As the couple realized most diners wanted to come in and enjoy a sit-down dining experience versus taking out, they expanded year by year until the restaurant encompassed more than 6,000 square feet and provided seating for 150 guests. In early 2021, Chino Bandido announced the closure of its original location after more than 30 years in favor of a new location at 310 West Bell Road, which is underway. Eve, who carries on the restaurant’s legacy solo since Frank passed in 2013, decided it was time for a change. The new location provides 6,000 square feet, much of which is dedicated to an expansive kitchen where the brand’s favorite dishes will continue to be handmade from scratch using the time-honored recipes and lots of love. Chino Bandido’s iconic flavors, such as Jade Red Chicken, Chinese BBQ Pork and let’s not forget those scrumptious snickerdoodles, have gone beyond earning the restaurant a true cult following. Chino Bandido has received local and national media attention — including being the recipient of Phoenix New Times’ Best of Phoenix “Local Eatery We Wish Were a Chain” award as well as coming in first place in AOL’s Best of Phoenix “Cheap Eats” category. Chino Bandido also caught the eye of Food Network star Guy Fieri, who visited the restaurant during 3 episodes of his show “Diners, Drive-ins and Dives.” Chino Bandido operated a food truck until June 13, 2021 on the site of the new location featuring a modified version of its menu, allowing fans to get their fix as the restaurant near completion. [read more]
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Spencer's Place is a coffee shop with an atmosphere unlike any other! Our staff is comprised of individuals with cognitive disabilities and the warmest hearts! We also provide training and employment for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Their jobs are empowering and provide the community with a heart-changing experience. [read more]
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We have decades of experience as a place where the fun comes before everything else. More than anything, we want our customers to have a good time and we think that's what keeps them coming back. We can't wait to see what we'll be up to next! [read more]
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Coco's Bakery is a subsidiary chain of Shari's Cafe & Pies and casual dining restaurants operating in the western United States. As of April 2021, it operates 29 restaurants in Arizona, and California. [read more]
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El Charrito is a family owned business consisting of the most desired Mexican dishes in the southwest. Here it's not just food, it's a cuisine. A blend of southern and northern Mexican dishes to bring you the best. An experience given without the travel. [read more]
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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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Betty's Rooste Sun City West serves breakfast and lunch Monday thru Friday and specializes in homemade desserts. [read more]
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Favorite Taco spot that will tickle your taste bud [read more]
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Welcome to JT Gyros. Stop in and try some of the best Greek & Mediterranean food in the Valley. [read more]
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Thin-crust pizzas & Philly cheesesteaks fill the menu at this "Godfather"-themed drop-in spot. The Philadelphia cheesesteak is truly one of the most delightful and beloved foods available in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. It is said by most Philadelphians that if a restaurant more than an hour outside of South Philly offers something called a "Philly Cheesesteak" then it's not authentic. Not anymore. Corleone's has the authentic ingredients and the authentic taste that makes a "Cheesesteak" a Cheesesteak". You cannot deny the perfection of our food. Truly a sandwich you cannot refuse. We use Amoroso's rolls and the very best meat. [read more]
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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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CheezHeadz utilizes the freshest ingredients whenever possible. We make all our bread, pizza dough, and sauces from scratch. Our CheezHead Cheezsteak is one of our signature sandwiches and should'nt be missed [read more]
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Our Food Is Fresh… Nothing Has Been Frozen Our initial idea for a richly flavored menu was that our recipes would be made fresh every day. And, that our meats or other food groups would ‘only’ be fresh and never frozen. As we were to find out, this concept is more easily attainable in a traditional sit-down restaurant. Our model, requested by the owner, called for a drive-thru format where a totally fresh menu would be provided for a fast-food restaurant and Phoenicians on the go. The difficulty with serving fresh food in a fast-food delivery style is timing. In a regular restaurant, the food is ordered and the chef or cook puts the meats on the grill or flat top. When it’s done, it is served to the customer. However, in fast food, the traffic speeds have to be anticipated and cooked just ahead of the customer driving through the drive-up lane. Our Brushfire staff, led by Sione Saenz, was able to unlock the secrets of timing and stay committed to providing fresh, never frozen fast food to our customers that really tastes good. [read more]
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McFadden's Saloon is a full-service bar with a seating capacity for 450 guests. We offer a full lunch and dinner menu, as well as an assortment of daily food and drink specials. Table seating and private party offerings are available. Come visit our extra-large Patio with full bar, open seasonally. Our patio is available for private events, lunch, and dinner. Known for our vibrant nightlife with live DJ's and Legendary Happy Hour Parties, McFadden's Saloon also boasts a delicious dinner and lunch menu. Whether you stop by for a drink, dinner, or to let loose and party, you are always welcome at McFadden's Saloon! [read more]
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Family Style Mexican Restaurant and Cafe [read more]
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All you can eat buffet Saturday & Sunday. Everything home made [read more]
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Since 1990, Mama Lupitas Restaurant & Bar have been offering the Phoenix, Arizona area the finest and most authentic Michoacán food. Our food are made with lots of love and care. One bite, you will agree. We can honestly say its we are Mexican Soul Food. [read more]
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Great restaurant at based at the Verrado Golf Club [read more]
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Our Mexican food & grill offers dine-in, takeaway, or delivery services [read more]
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Casual eatery serving classic & creative takes on Italian fare, with wines & specialty cocktails. [read more]
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All Credit Cards Accepted, IPAs + Craft Beer Featured, All NFL Games every Sunday, 12 New HDTVs, 3 Pool Tables, 2021 Golden Tee Golf, TouchTunes Jukebox, Megatouch Bar Game, Darts/ Open 10am to 2am, 7 days a week History Established in 1982. Authentic Original Neighborhood Bar [read more]
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WE ARE NOT A FAST FOOD RESTAURANT! Our food is made fresh daily from scratch. Our menu has a large variety of food items for breakfast, lunch and dinner. With our spacious dining area, we welcome large groups. Daily Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Specials! [read more]
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The U.S. Egg Breakfast & Lunch Restaurant is a locally family owned and operated establishment with locations in Scottsdale, Tempe, Phoenix and Chandler. As home of the Original Protein Pancake, we have been serving our guests since 1986, our breakfast and lunch menu is served from 6:30 AM until 2:30 PM. [read more]
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We provide the best BBQ in Arizona with dine-in, delivery and takeaway services [read more]
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We're not in the wing business. We're in the flavour business. It's been our mission to serve the world flavour since we first opened shop in '94, and we're just getting started. 1997 saw the opening of our first franchised Wingstop location, and by 2002 we had served the world one billion wings. It's flavour that defines us and has made Wingstop one of the fastest growing brands in the restaurant industry. Wingstop is the destination when you crave fresh never faked wings, hand seasoned fries and any of our famous sides. For people who demand flavour in everything they do, there's only Wingstop - because it's more than a meal, it's a flavour experience. [read more]
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Homely Thai restaurant with dine-in, takeaway, or delivery options [read more]
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Great location in Arizona [read more]
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Enjoy Phoenix's best pizzas at some of the top pizza restaurants in the area. Amelio's Pizza & Wings is one of the most popular in Phoenix. Try their pizza, and you'll soon see why. Try some of Phoenix's best dishes at independent pizzerias in the city. Find new favorites and get a taste of what Phoenix has to offer. You can't say you've been to Amelio's Pizza & Wings until you've tried Cheese Pizza. This classic local favorite is what this establishment is known for. Add Soda to your pizza for a more satisfying meal. It's a great addition to any pizza from Amelio's Pizza & Wings. Amelio's Pizza & Wings has been a Slice partner since 2010. They've been serving the local community for a while now, so you can rely on them to provide great pizza. Call ahead and get curbside pickup at Amelio's Pizza & Wings. It's never been easier to get hot, fresh pizza to go. Make your money stretch further by taking advantage of special offers at Amelio's Pizza & Wings. The only thing better than pizza is pizza at an affordable price. You can pay by credit card at Amelio's Pizza & Wings. That makes it easy to get your pizza as quickly as possible. [read more]
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Upbeat, casual, family-run eatery offering classic Mexican & Tex-Mex dishes, plus margaritas & beer. Tacos & Tequilas is the Valley's latest and greatest family owned and operated restaurant! Come sample our authentic Mexican menu for flavor and quality you wont find anywhere else in the valley! Baja to Sonora, all the way to Oaxaca and back. Take your taste buds on a tour of the land of enchantment without ever leaving the valley. If Mexican food isn't your thing, try our delicious boneless wings and you can be sure not to be disappointed! Between our daily specials and our unbeatable happy hour, your new neighborhood hangout is here waiting for you. Bring your friends, bring your family, you'll be happy you did! [read more]
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Unpretentious joint offering Korean BBQ cooked tableside, plus kimchi & Japanese fare. [read more]
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At Brinker International, we’re no strangers to building restaurant brands. We already know how to make magic with burgers, ribs, fajitas, margaritas, pastas and homemade desserts. Our chefs at Chili’s and Maggiano’s work passionately to make the best food for our Guests, and it all starts in one place: the kitchen. So we asked our chefs what they’d make if they had free rein to do anything. The only catch was the food also had to be available through delivery, so it had to taste as good at your door as it tasted coming out of the kitchen. Our chefs’ answer? Use time-tested traditional methods of making chicken wings and combine them with some of the most out-of-this-world sauces. Throw the curly fries in for free and leverage existing Chili’s and Maggiano’s kitchens and cooks to sell these killer wings as a pickup or delivery experience at truly stupid prices. [read more]
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Hi! My name is Robin & I am a Home Baker. I am currently not a fully stocked retail bakery/store and have some limitations as to what I can offer in compliance with the Cottage Food Laws of Arizona. Orders will be fulfilled in the order they come in & may require several days to complete. Please place your order with as much advance notice as possible. I look forward to hearing from you!! [read more]
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We serve our community with the freshest organic sourdough breads and always from scratch, desserts & pastry in Litchfield Park, Goodyear, Avondale, and all around Phoenix. We offer local Peixoto coffee and loose leaf tea, grab and go eats, and a pantry filled with local food artisans. A special bakery experience right here in Arizona, to learn about local food artisans and supporting them in one place. We partner with local farmers and food artisans to create our fan favorite’s. Handmade sourdough breads, quiche, cheesecakes, cookies, pastry and more. ALL BAKED FRESH DAILY! Our Baker’s love waking up very early to bake for our community, and seeing people come together over delicious baked goods makes our hearts happy. [read more]
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Comfort foods from the Indian subcontinent. * We use only halal meats and organic spices for our foods. * Catering for private parties, events and festivals. FounderChef Gorabhai’s specialty is Mughlai Barbeque at weddings and big events. History Established in 2010. We wanted to recreate the authentic tastes of comfort foods we grew up on in the Indian subcontinent. The founder-chef travelled, begged, burrowed and mastered recipes of wildly popular roadside joints, restaurants & weddings’ master-cooks. [read more]
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THE REAL NEW YORK BAKERY RIGHT HERE IN SUN CITY AZ BAKED FROM SCRATCH DAILY!!! [read more]
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Pho Saigon Pearl presents Vietnamese cuisine using the freshest ingredients and highest quality meats. Whether dining-in or taking-out, every dish reminiscences tradition with a unique modern twist. [read more]
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For over two decades Federico’s has been bringing the bold flavors of Mexico to Arizona and New Mexico. Serving authentic Mexican food 24/7 for every appetite and budget. Starting with a dream to establish a chain of Mexican fast food restaurants that would offer a place to enjoy authentic Mexican food, Federico’s Mexican Food opened its first restaurant 20 years ago. With over 30 current locations and counting Federico’s continues to strive for customer satisfaction providing a great Mexican selection, friendly service, and a wonderful experience. [read more]
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Rio Mirage Cafe is an inviting destination for Familia and Amigos to enjoy amazing Sonoran style recipes handed down for generations. We established this restaurant to provide all our communities and neighbors a modest place to enjoy their favorite authentic Mexican meal with Family and old friends and continue making new Amigos in keeping with the best tradition of our culture. Our Rio Mirage Cafe Family enjoys serving the highest quality food offering the best and freshest ingredients. Our Sous Chefs Mauricio and Cesar keep sharing their talent and dedication after many years of cooking your favorite Antojitos. We pride ourselves in serving fresh homemade flour tortillas prepared daily by Maria. Successfully keeping with tradition since 1999 Con Mucho Gusto! [read more]
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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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Fresh Mexican Restaurant is open for Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner [read more]
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Welcome to Ray's Pizza, a true Glendale, AZ pizza gem! A favorite among locals, we are a -over-the-counter pizzeria, serving great food and drinks. Stop by and check us out, we have a little something for everyone's taste. Naturally, our pizzas are our staple, and we serve them fresh and straight out of the oven. We have them in Neapolitan thin crust, Sicilian thick crust, and a variety of specialty pies. We serve pizza by the slice, too! However, if you are looking for something a bit different, we also serve salads, wings, calzones, sandwiches, hot plates, and much more. Head to our full menu and see what catches your eye. All of our food is made fresh to order, so we hope you'll find something you'll enjoy. No matter what you decide on, it will be our pleasure to have you with us. We look forward to serving you. If you are unable to come by, remember that you can always order online on Slice. We do both delivery and pickups through an easy ordering process. [read more]
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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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Donut shop featuring 70+ rotating flavors along with donut holes, fritters & coffee drinks. [read more]
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At Butler’s Easy, there’s no secret entrance or mysterious password. Everyone in the neighborhood is welcome to stop by and enjoy our rotating menu featuring local spirits and brews. We love our Arizona community and we can’t wait to welcome you. We host Spirits and Wine Tastings as well as Local Brewery Tap Takeovers. Planning your own event? Let’s work together to make something great. [read more]
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At LongHorn Steakhouse, we serve steak as it was meant to be - boldly seasoned and expertly grilled by our Grill Masters. Making our famous, expertly crafted steaks starts with picking quality cuts and ends where most good things do: on the grill. We pride ourselves on our fresh, never frozen steaks grilled by our experts, with just the right seasoning and no shortcuts. Choose from legendary favorites like our Bone-In Outlaw Ribeye, our tender, center-cut Flo's Filet or our fire-grilled New York Strip. And if you love steak, wait until you see what our Grill Masters can do with other favorites like our Parmesan Crusted Chicken, hand-cut LongHorn Salmon or our slow-cooked Baby Back Ribs. Looking for a bigger, better lunch? Try one of our full-sized Steakhouse Lunch Plates, like our Half-Pound Steakhouse Cheeseburger or our Maverick Ribeye Sandwich made with 6 juicy ounces of ribeye steak. Don't forget to save room for our Chocolate Stampede! Come in today and experience steak done right. [read more]
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Billard and bar-restaurant with dine-in and takeaway options. [read more]
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Relaxed, traditional restaurant & bar serving brunch, sandwiches & American comfort food. We may be new to you, but our family has been serving up the best burgers and breakfast since 2013! We use only the best, freshest 100% Angus Chuck for our burgers. They’re sure to please! Don’t forget about our BBQ, smoked in-house and served with our bourbon bbq sauce that Joey has been making for 18 years! Mama's meatloaf, fluffy omelettes, crisp salads--you’re in for one heckuva meal! For breakfast we have all of your traditional favorites, but don't forget to try our specialties like our Haymaker Benedict and our Pulled Pork Skillet. Home recipes are what we pride ourselves on and you’re sure to see our quality when you come in. Breakfast is served 7 days a week--not because it’s easy, but because we love to get your days started right. Lastly, we love our whiskey and that's why you’ll find the best whiskey selection of anywhere in Phoenix! We would love for you to stop in and have a stay. The Haymaker Restaurant Co. - a Westside Concepts original! [read more]
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Neighbourhood hangout with outdoor tables & big-screen TVs offering hearty pub grub, beer & spirits. We are a locally owned and operated sports grill that aims to be YOUR neighbourhood spot. We offer over 20 flat-screen televisions for you to watch your favourite teams.We carry all of the major sports packages, including Pac 12 Network. [read more]
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"Somos un Restaurant de comida mexicana donde la especialidad es la exquisita barbacoa y consome autentico Estilo Texcoco Mexico" [read more]
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Homey chain branch serving classic American country favorites accompanied by live music on weekends. Products: Kansas City BBQ, American Cuisine, BBQ Dinner Specials, Appetizers, Soups, Salads, Sandwiches. Services: Sports Bar, Build Your Own BBQ Platter, Catering Services, Private Parties Available, 40+ TVs. Location Facts: 59th Avenue North of the 101 History Established in 2004. Dillon's KC BBQ Arrowhead, in Glendale, AZ, is the area's premier restaurant serving Glendale and surrounding areas. We offer appetizers, soups, salads, sandwiches, BBQ dinner specials and much more! For your next meal, visit Dillon's KC BBQ Arrowhead in Glendale. [read more]
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Tala bakery specializes in making international cookies and traditional Persian cookies and bread. Our professional bakers have used fresh ingredients to create handmade and high-quality products for our beloved Phoenix citizens. [read more]
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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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The amazing health benefits of purple rice have made it a very popular grain to include in meals and use as a health supplement. Purple rice (also known as black rice) was revered by the ancient Chinese for its healing power and nutritional qualities. In fact, because purple rice was kept for the Emperor and his family, it was referred to as ‘forbidden rice’. When compared to other types of ‘traditional’ rice like white and brown rice, purple rice has much more health-boosting properties. This type of rice is a rich source of dietary fiber and contains many antioxidants and anti-inflammatory properties. That is why many people include purple rice in their diet to help improve their digestive health, maintain a healthy heart, lower cholesterol, regulate blood sugar levels, and boost cognitive function. [read more]
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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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