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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Caramba Mexican Food

Specialties 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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Leo's Island BBQ

Unfussy counter-service place dishing up Hawaiian-style BBQ, fried seafood & noodle soups. [read more]

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Panadería

Panaderia La Central is a family owned and operated bakery, established in 2007.They thrive on providing the local community with authentic mexican bread and pastries. They follow all mexican traditions such as Pan De Muerto, Rosca De Reyes and many more. [read more]

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Julioberto's Mexican Food

Our family-operated business has been serving fresh Mexican food for our neighbors since 2009. Looking for something tasty but, trying to be conscious of your nutrition? We've got you covered have a look, there's something for everyone! [read more]

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Federico’s Mexican Food

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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Aguila’s Hidaway Lighthouse

Under New Ownership! Aguila Hidaway's Lighthouse is the newest addition to the Aguila Family. We strive to give you the same quality service that we are known for. Come enjoy our dartboards, pool tables, karaoke, house DJ music & so much more! [read more]

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Dave's On Northern

We are a neighborhood sports bar that offers great, cheap drinks with daily specials, pool and dart leagues, Bowling or Golden Tee, TouchTunes Jukebox, Scratcher Tickets, and snacks for when you get hungry. We are open 7 days a week, from 10am - 2am. History Established in 2012. Daves on Northern is a family run, neighborhood sports bar that has been around for years. It's a place where we see generations of family's come in to have a good time. You'll find Daves on Northern has regular customers that know each other by name where everyone is friendly, and wanting to offer you a fun time with friends. Make it your place, your local hangout. Check our Facebook page for events. [read more]

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Lucky's Pizza

Fresh New York Style hand tossed thin crust Pizza....Delicious Fried Chicken Wings with many sauces to choose from [read more]

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Mary's Mountain Cookies

Mary's Mountain Cookies has been serving freshly baked cookies nationwide and shipping them all around the world since 1986. Our flagship store is located in Fort Collins, Colorado at Front Range Village Shopping Center. You won't want to resist the delicious aroma pulling you down the street to one of our cookie stores. Staffed with cookie lovers, all eleven of our locations are ready to brighten your day. Enjoy any of a variety of tasty treats, including edible cookie dough and scrumptious quarter-pound cookies and brownies, or create your very own ice cream-filled cookie! Let us be a part of your next event. Our giant cookies, cookie gift baskets, and cookie trays will make your wedding, fundraiser or small get-together a success! [read more]

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Island Teriyaki

At Island Teriyaki, we focus on finest teriyaki rice bowl well and served quickly. We served fast (timely) food but not fast (junk) food. Our meat was trimmed and marinated in own kitchen, not in factory. We grilled meat everyday and all day, not just heated. Enjoy the Arizona's finest teriyaki rice bowl at ISLAND TERIYAKI Best ingredients : Low fat : No MSG : Healthy & Fast [read more]

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Salad and Go

We source fresh, raw ingredients to serve our guests nutrient-rich meals that are satisfying and made-to-order at the drive-thru. Everything down to the type of oil used is considered for the impact on our guests’ health. Ingredients are sourced from the highest-quality partners possible, with an emphasis on local. We’ve doubled down on efficiency and vertically integrated our operations and distribution to offer our house-made salads and dressings fresher, faster, and more affordably. We’re radical about passing every cent of savings on to our customers while investing in our team members and communities. Come see us soon! [read more]

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Mi Familia Mexican Food

Mi Familia Mexican Food is a family owned neighborhood Mexican restaurant. We've been in the neighborhood at 67th Ave. & Happy Valley Rd. on the northeast corner behind the Walgreens for 12 years. We serve traditional Mexican Food for breakfast, lunch & d [read more]

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Legendary Baking

Maker of pies, cakes, cookies and other desserts [read more]

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Balkan Bakery

European Style Bakery Fresh Baked Bread and Rolls Daily. Family-owned bakery offering from-scratch Eastern European breads, desserts & filled burek pastries [read more]

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JM Chinese Cuisine

We are a small family business! with amazing meals [read more]

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Rosati's Pizza

Italian chain eatery featuring Chicago-style deep-dish pizza, plus pasta & sandwiches. Made from Rosati’s Family recipes passed down through generations – you can taste the tradition of authentic Italian flavor in every bite. [read more]

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Jalapeño Inferno at Park West

JALAPENO INFERNO is known locally for an amazing array of exciting promotions, menu features, great specials and many options for dining. Rotating themed menus include the annual Hatch Chile Harvest menu,” 99 Nights of Summer” promotion, Taco Tuesdays and Daily Chefs’ Specials. The hip and lively Cantina features the Valley’s BEST Happy Hour, an enticing Margarita of the Month program and flat screen TV’s for sports viewing. The award winning Margarita Madness menu lists unique and creative Margaritas and craft cocktails. A one of a kind, proprietary JALAPENO INFERNO tequila barrel program has been blended just for us by the amazing craftsmen at Maestro Dobel distillery–try it in one of our margaritas! The Inferno Firewall allows guests to sit back and enjoy the ambiance on those cool Arizona nights. The Scottsdale Road location has the most unique Creekside patio for outdoor dining in all of Scottsdale. An open air Courtyard enhances the experience in Peoria and a “big city feel” upstairs dining room compliments Market Street. The kitchens’ ability to cater your office party, wedding rehearsal dinner or to set aside a private dining area for your large party in the restaurants has proven to be a “home run “for our guests. [read more]

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Cabin Whiskey and Grill

Cabin inspired restaurant and bar with a huge patio and amazing nightlife. [read more]

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Litchfield's

Wigwam Resort's signature restaurant serving New American cuisine amid a rustic, elegant atmosphere. [read more]

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My Daddy's Italian Bakery & Café

My Daddy's Italian Bakery & Café was opened in 2003 in Surprise, Arizona by a New York transplant. Walking into the bakery will be like going to New York. [read more]

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JC Sushi & chinese

J&C Sushi & Chinese offers delicious dining, takeout and delivery to Phoenix, AZ. J&C Sushi & Chinese is a cornerstone in the Phoenix community and has been recognized for its outstanding Chinese cuisine, excellent service and friendly staff. Our Chinese restaurant is known for its modern interpretation of classic dishes and its insistence on only using high quality fresh ingredients. [read more]

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Ray's Pizza

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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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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Wildflower

We believe success comes down to three things — outstanding food, great service and clean restaurants. It is easy to say, but it takes a strong commitment to consistently execute. Attention to detail, putting our guests’ needs first and a deep desire to be a great company help make the Wildflower a place where foodies want to be. [read more]

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Salsitas

Mexican taqueria specializing in traditional fare, agua frescas, & drinks with retro-style facade. [read more]

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Grand Dragon

Casual option for straightforward Chinese meals served family-style, plus kids' menus. [read more]

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The Place

Serving scratch made breakfast, brunch and lunch 7 days a week. [read more]

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Lee's Sandwiches

Counter-service chain for Vietnamese staples such as banh mi, plus some classic deli sandwiches. [read more]

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Oscar's Taco Shop

Javier Ruiz immigrated to the United States in 1967 with the dream of opening a taco shop. He achieved his dream 16 years later with the help of his brother David Ruiz by opening “Cotijas Taco Shop” in El Cajon, California. Thanks to the success of this restaurant, more of the Ruiz family members were able to become more involved in the company. In 2003, the Ruiz brothers decided it’s time to expand the family business to Tennessee under the name “Oscar’s Taco Shop®.“ Today, Javier Ruiz has handed the keys to his kids and even though he is retired, he reminds them to always look forward and never look back. As a result, “Oscar’s Taco shop®” is more popular than ever! The family could not be happier and you should be too. Because now you can taste some of the Ruiz family recipes at one of their 13 Tennessee and Arizona locations. [read more]

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La Fama Mexican Bakery

Simple, counter-serve spot carrying green chile, flour tortillas, chicharones & Mexican baked goods. [read more]

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Fast Eddie's Diner

American diner food in a bright, upbeat environment. Great breakfasts, biscuits & gravy, omelets, pancakes, hamburgers, delicious sandwiches, fish fry on Fridays & many other mouthwatering items. Open 6am to 2pm every day, til 9pm on Fridays. [read more]

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Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers

Freddys Guests love our cooked-to-order burgers and freshly-churned frozen custard, always served with the hospitality & taste that brings them back! Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers is more than your traditional American hamburger restaurant. After your delicious steakburger meal, make sure and try the freshly churned creamy desserts. The frozen custard desserts are richer, denser and creamier than ice cream and frozen yogurt. [read more]

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Dunes Cocktail Lounge

We are a neighborhood sports bar that offers great, cheap drinks with daily specials, pool and dart leagues, Bowling or Golden Tee, TouchTunes Jukebox, Scratcher Tickets, and snacks for when you get hungry. We are open 7 days a week, from 6am - 2am. We have the best Karaoke in town every Thursday, Friday and Saturday nights beginning at 9PM, Twisted FX Entertainment provides the Dunes with Professional high end audio, and a HUGE selection of music. No cover charge. [read more]

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808 Social AZ

We are opening a coffee shop specializing in Hawaii Coffee and Goodies in Peoria, AZ. We want to bring a taste of Hawaii to everyone here in Arizona. We are an Ohana-based company and bring the Aloha Spirit to everyone who comes to the shop. We also love to support local businesses and Hawaiian businesses so please feel free to talk with us and maybe we can coordinate an event together. [read more]

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Nekter Juice Bar

Nekter Juice Bar Scottsdale is the pioneer of the modern juice bar experience with a delicious menu of fresh juices, Superfood smoothies, acai bowls, and healthy snacks that is 100 percent, freshly made, clean, nutrient-rich and can be customized based on individual diet or lifestyle preferences, such as vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free, and low-sugar. With an unwavering commitment to ingredient transparency, authenticity and innovation, Nekter Juice Bar is rooted in the philosophy that "healthy" can taste great, be easily accessible, and be affordable too. Come see why we are the top-rated juice places, smoothie shops, and have the best acai bowls in Scottsdale! [read more]

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Haus Murphy's

Festive German eatery & beer garden offering bratwurst & brews with a side of Bavarian beats. [read more]

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Bakery San Sebastian

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Tokyo Lobby

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The Blooze

This hip, unfussy neighbourhood watering hole hosts many concerts, open-mic jams & dance lessons. [read more]

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Donutsville

Buzzy bakery with a drive-thru serves classic & uncommon donuts, plus other baked treats & coffee. [read more]

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The Tav

Laid-back bar & grill offering American pub grub, a pool table, karaoke nights & sports on TV. Customers often tell us, "You guys have the best food". That is the #1 COMPLIMENT we could EVER get. THANK YOU!!!! It's been said at Brigett's, Bambino's, and now The TAV. We take pride in serving fresh, quality meats, house-made salsas, guacamoles, salads and dressings. We want it fresh, flavorful, and consistently good. If you haven't tried us yet, COME ON IN!!! We are happy to serve you! [read more]

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Tosos Bar & Restaurant

Your Phoenix Full Service Bar & Grill offering refreshing cocktails, a wide selection of beers and wine along with a full menu of delicious eats to enjoy for dine in or take out. We're also known for our Homemade pizza sauce and dough made from scratch--our hand tossed pizzas are sure to make you eat every crumb on your plate! Pair one of our 18 draft beers with a delicious burger, or wash down our hot wings with a cold cocktail. Toso's is home to the largest pizza in AZ. Stop in and try our 28" Big Daddy! [read more]

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LA Tacos

Typical Mexican & Middle Eastern snacks & plates provided in an unpretentious setting. [read more]

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Giant Manhattan Pizza & Pastas

We offer dine in, take out and delivery within a 3 mile radius. We have Phoenix's only 28"inch pizza that serves 10-12 people. We offer wings, salads, subs,pastas and other amazing Italian dishes. [read more]

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Señor Sushi

The Fusion... Of Japanese and Latin Gastronomy Create an Exotic and Explosive Taste Unequaled in the Valley of the Sun. Señor Sushi has Created a Relaxing Family Atmosphere. This is... Señor Sushi [read more]

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Abacus Inn Chinese Restaurant

Abacus Inn is a long-established Chinese food restaurant that has been serving families and the public in the Valley for over 30 years. Founded on the ideology of providing delicious, traditional meals of the East, we are anchored by our genuine commitment to our customers. Every dish served for the customers is carefully prepared through the hands of our experienced chief from China. Thank you for choosing Abacus Inn, and we hope to provide you with an exceptional experience here dining for Chinese food. [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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Coop's Bar & Grill

We pride ourselves on our food and service. Our food is 100% fresh, not frozen or microwaved! All food is made to order. Our tortillas are handmade, fries are hand-cut, burger patties are handmade and our salsa is made in house along with our dipping sauces. We use only fresh ingredients! We promise you’ll to be very happy! We may be a small bar but we have a huge heart! History Established in 1960. Best Dive Bar in Valley-20 years running Coop's Bar & Grill is the place for everyone. We're home to great food, service, and fun at affordable prices. Come visit the best Dive Bar in the Metro Phoenix area! As of Oct 2, 2020 Coops is under new Ownership and Management. All Fresh Food, no frozen or microwaved food. [read more]

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Culver's

Whether we’re cooking the perfect ButterBurger® to order or scooping up our freshest batch of the Flavor of the Day, we work hard to ensure you will always leave happy. It all goes back to our small-town Wisconsin roots. We know you have a lot to do and many options to choose from, so we appreciate when you take the time to visit Culver’s. If we can do our part to make your day better – with a wholesome, delicious meal or a heartfelt smile – we’ve done our job. [read more]

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Rosati’s Pizza

Italian chain eatery featuring Chicago-style deep-dish pizza, plus pasta & sandwiches. Made from Rosati’s Family recipes passed down through generations – you can taste the tradition of authentic Italian flavor in every bite. [read more]

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Tacos Calafia

Low-key spot serving Mexican standards such as Tijuana-style street tacos, beer & happy hour drinks. [read more]

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Humberto's Mexican Food

Burritos, tacos, tortas, tostadas, quesadillas, enchiladas, roll tacos, menudo and Carne asada fries. [read more]

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Ojos Locos Sports Cantina - Metro

Founded in 2010, Ojos Locos Sports Cantina was built to cater to the Latino male bringing him a comfortable laid back man CUEVA experience. Ojos Locos offers State-of-the-art HD TV’s broadcasting all day deportes with home games for Latinos & away games for the Gringos, in other words Ojos Locos Ama el Fútbol but they are also headquarters for Boxing, UFC, NFL, NBA and MLB. As if that weren’t enough to get you excited, you are served by some of the most coquetas y bonitas chicas. And what’s a sports cantina without delicious authentic Mexican comida –“Mas Tacos, Mas Wings y Mas Cerveza”. Not only are they Cambiando the way you watch Deportes, they’re also changing the way you drink cerveza. Ojos Locos created the very first “Balón”. It’s only the coolest way to drink your Cerveza – a la DRAFT! Known for their 29º ice cold Cerveza, Chica Coquetas y Bonitas and their massive wall of HD televisions makes you wonder why you’re still sitting reading about Ojos and not at one of locales – find a location near you muy pronto. [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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BONITAS

Specialties Serving great homemade Mexican food. Green chile, red chile, shredded beef and chicken, tacos, enchiladas, burritos, menudo, pozole, taco salad, and homemade tamales. History Established in 2014. Opened on October 13th, 2014. Owners have also operated Pullano's Pizza since 1979. Meet the Business Owner Business owner information J C. Business Owner Family owned and operated [read more]

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Yusef's Middle Eastern Restaurant

Specialties Yusef's has been in the valley for over 30 years! We specialize in authentic middle eastern/european/mediterranean cuisine. Our entire menu is made from scratch. We have some of the best hummos, falafel, taziki, baba ganouj, and tabouli in town! We take pride in our menu and make sure our taste stands out from the rest. Please feel free to stop by and give us a chance. You will not be disappointed! History Established in 1987. We have been around for 30+ years. I am the current owner that took over the business around 12 years ago. We maintained our home made recipes and added some of our own. I changed our service and made sure to provide a friendly and fun atmosphere! Meet the Business Owner Business owner information Jim K. Business Owner My name is Jim Khnanisho and I am the current owner of Yusef's. I have been managed resturants for over 20 years and love putting a smile on people's faces. It was always a dream of mine to have my own business and when I stumbled upon Yusef's I knew it was a perfect fit. The menu is unlike any in Arizona and reminded me a lot of what I was accustomed to in the east coast. It never gets old hearing my customers compliments on how my menu is the best in town! [read more]

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Aioli Gourmet Burgers - 7th and Bell

Enjoy the same great flavors you've come to love from Aioli Gourmet Burgers when you visit our new location on 7th & Bell. Get the best North Phoenix burgers with a visit to Aioli, or plan an event with the help of our Phoenix catering services. Whether you're dining with us, making use of our catering, or visiting one of our food trucks, our award-winning burgers are always a great choice. [read more]

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Tom Yum Thai Bell AZ

Our chefs specialize in authentic and delicious Thai food. The staff at Tom Yum Thai Restaurant is devoted to serving customers mouthwatering dishes that feature the highest quality ingredients available. Fish of 3 Flavors, Massaman Stewed Beef and Ginger Fantasy are all prepared quickly and delivered to you right away. Tom Yum Thai Restaurant uses only the freshest ingredients around, ensuring that every dish is of the highest possible quality. Not sure what you're in the mood for? Try one of our specialties including Crispy Noodle Seafood , Long Time No Sea, Fish 2 Ocean, Green Curry Fried Rice, and more. [read more]

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Ray's Pizza

Counter-service pizzeria & local chain providing New York-style pies & slices, plus subs & wings. [read more]

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