Discover the best restaurants in the NorthWest Valley

 

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.

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Sala Thai restaurant

Sala Thai Restaurant brings Thailand to you. With our infusion of the sweet and savory, you're sure to find a dish that you'll love. We start with only the freshest ingredients to stir fry delicious melodies of tastes and colors that are sure to delight the senses. The art of flavor and food design from are brought straight from Thailand and brings the traditional ancestors, and combined it with tradition and new techniques to create our own style of Thai cuisine. We have a unique taste that must be experienced, you'll return again and again and find something new with every visit. [read more]

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Dillon's Bayou at Pleasant Harbor

Products: Kansas City BBQ, BBQ Dinner Specials, American Cuisine, Appetizers, Soups, Salads, Sandwiches. Services: Build Your Own BBQ Platter, Catering Services, Private Parties Available, Outdoor Patio, TVs in Bar, We Float on the Lake! Patio Looks Over the Lake! Location Information: Floating Restaurant on Lake Pleasant, On Highway 74 and 87th Avenue. History Established in 2016. Dillon's Bayou at Pleasant Harbor, in Peoria, AZ, is the area's premier restaurant serving Peoria and surrounding areas. We offer appetizers, soups, salads, sandwiches, BBQ dinner specials and much more! For your next meal, visit Dillon's Bayou at Pleasant Harbor in Peoria. Meet the Business Owner Business owner information Rich and George D. Business Owner The Dillon's Restaurant concept began in 1998, when Co-Owner George Valverde approached Rich Dillon to partner together to bring reality to Valverde's vision. That vision has now produced 4 locations. [read more]

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Seido Sushi

Sleek sushi spot with rolls named after all U.S. states & Japanese plates. [read more]

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The Corner Deli

Deli food, Great Liquor and so much more [read more]

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Just Biryani,Phoenix - AZ

Best Indian restaurant in Arizona!! [read more]

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Hilbertos Mexican Food

Arizona's Favorite Mexican food restaurant [read more]

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Nick & Ben's Pizza Company

Call today for Pick up! Pizza, Wings, Pasta, Salad, and more. It's the circle of life.The only love triangle I want.Sorry to say, this isn't going to get any cheesier. We Love what we do here at Nick & Ben's Pizza Company. If you're not enjoying these pizza puns, you must be laughtose intolerant. Grab that pizza (and the phone) while you can. They're here today, gone tomato. [read more]

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Ah So Sushi & Steak

Ah-So Sushi & Steak serves a wide array of fresh sushi and Asian-inspired dishes in a lively and fun environment. We believe in providing the best service and highest quality – our establishment is always clean and our ingredients are always fresh. Come by for authentic teppanyaki action – be wowed as our chefs perform right in front of you! With a grill and knife as their only tools, our talented chefs will create flavorful plates filled with vegetables and meats of your own choosing. We are a great place for group celebrations; it’ll be fun for everyone! We have a full sushi bar with a range of nigiri, sashimi, and rolls. Come by and enjoy our full bar! We have hand-crafted signature cocktails, a great selection of domestic and import draft beers, sake, and an assortment of red, white, and sparkling wine. For traditional Japanese dining and a fun atmosphere, come by Ah-So Sushi & Steak today! [read more]

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Our Kitchen To Yoursa

Our Kitchen to Yours is a full service catering company serving the greater Phoenix area since 2005. We specialize in corporate, wedding, and special event catering and provide catering services 7 days a week with valleywide delivery. We take great pride in using the freshest ingredients to prepare nutritious and delicious meals. Our professional team prepares quality catering and on-time delivery. Impress your guests and clients with catering from Our Kitchen to Yours. [read more]

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Tailgaters & IL Primo Surprise

Here at Tailgaters Sports Grill & Il Primo Pizza And Wings we love all things sports! So any time there is a sporting event being televised, you can bet we have it on. Join us during NASCAR race days where we have food and drink specials all day and host our own games and events. UFC Fan? Love to see a good hockey game? We’ve got that. We carry the MLB Package as well as the NFL Football Package to bring YOU every game! [read more]

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LaMar's Donuts and Coffee

Donut shop featuring 70+ rotating flavors along with donut holes, fritters & coffee drinks. [read more]

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The Beaver Bar

This unpretentious watering hole features a menu of comfort classics, plus many TVs & poker events. [read more]

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Sushi Style

Casual shopping-mall Japanese eatery & bar offering many sushi options, plus hot entrees & noodles. Treat your taste buds to the tantalizingly delicious sushi and authentic Japanese food being served at Sushi Style in Phoenix, AZ. We’re a local favorite place to grab some rolls made with perfectly prepared ingredients. For the stickiest rice, the most savory seaweed, and the best prices in town, bring your friends and family to eat with us! [read more]

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Tim Finnegan's Irish Restaurant And Pub

We consider Tim Finnegan's to be a different type of Irish pub. We blend the best of the old with the best of the new. Our decor and friendly staff evoke images of the great old pubs of Ireland whereas our style of operating - our music, food, beverages - connects more so with the contemporary pubs and bars of modern Ireland. Check out the finest Irish establishment in Arizona! Enjoy some of the finest Irish cuisine this side of the Atlantic including USDA Prime, Shepherd's Pie with choice lamb, and mussels fresh from the sea. Tim Finnegan's is top notch when it comes to great food, come on in and see for yourself. [read more]

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La Purisima Bakery

Since 1983, La Purisima Bakery has served the Arizona community with freshly baked mexican pastries and delicacies. We emphasize that we care about the quality of our products over the quantity in which might be produced. With our growth over the past 32 years our goals have remained the same to serve our community with only the best. Like our saying goes, "If you tried the rest, now try the best." This saying coincides with our business as we always aim to bring our best to the table and provide our customers with the highest level of customer service and professionalism. [read more]

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Twisted Italian

Casual eatery serving classic & creative takes on Italian fare, with wines & specialty cocktails. [read more]

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George's Famous Gyros And Pasta

Unpretentious venue offering a range of Greek, American & Mediterranean comfort classics Best Gyros in town amazing Pastas Sandwiches and Salads. Always fresh always hot. Phoenix New Times Best Of Winner History Established in 2011. The first George's Gyros was opened in 1987 in Des Plaines, Illinois. George was 5 years old. Theodoros (George’s Father) has had several award winning Restaurants in the Phoenix area before deciding to pass the torch down to his son. George and his father teamed up to open George’s first shop in Mesa, after years of training and practice George at the age of 24 was finally able to open up shop in Scottsdale on his own, a few years later he opened his second shop that he is running in Phoenix on a daily basis #MakeAmericaGreekAgain [read more]

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Samurai Sam's

Samurai Sam's Glendale AZ Teriyaki Grill Menu offers fresh, flavorful and deliciously healthy Japanese cuisine. From grilled egg rolls and wok-stirred veggies, to our famous teriyaki sauce. [read more]

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Royal Jasmine Thai Restaurant

'Sawasdee ka' is our traditional greeting in Thailand. With your hands gently pressed together and reaching your face, you mean 'hello', 'welcome', 'how are you?'​ and 'farewell' to your family and friends. It is beautiful and always accompanied by a charming smile. We usually greet our guests this way when they enter and leave our restaurant. [read more]

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JJ's Louisiana BBQ

Louisiana style BBQ like no other. Blend of seasoning that will knock yourself socks off! [read more]

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Red Embers Bar & Grill

Uptown Alley is a special place, where friends and families alike, can mingle, play games, enjoy delicious food and drinks, and be entertained in a welcoming environment. Uptown Alley has 60,000 square feet of fun including 40 lanes of state-of-the-art bowling; an upscale, causal full-service restaurant, Red Embers Bar & Grill, serving delicious chef-created Americana classics; two high-energy bars; a sports theater; billiards; laser tag; over 80 video and prize games; live entertainment; private party rooms and much more. For our adult guests, The Approach is the ultimate ultra lounge experience boasting 10 private lanes, billiards, an exclusive bar, party rooms, DJ space, a dance floor, lounge seating, the top music videos, tasty drinks, eats, and table service! Join us to experience Uptown Alley. [read more]

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Raspados La Fruta Loca

We brought the Latin flavor made with natural fruit the classic Shaved Ice. [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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Hot Dogs Los De Sonora

A very authentic restaurant with great food and good ambiance with Dine-in and curb side pickup [read more]

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J P Mc Gurkee's Sandwich Shop

Our chefs specialize in authentic and delicious Sandwiches food. The staff at J P Mc Gurkee's Sandwich Shop is devoted to serving customers mouthwatering dishes that feature the highest quality ingredients available. Turkey Sandwich, Grilled Chicken Sandwich and Roast Beef Sandwich are all prepared quickly and delivered to you right away. J P Mc Gurkee's Sandwich Shop 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 Pastrami Sandwich , Ham Sandwich, , , and more. [read more]

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Other Room

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 [read more]

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Copper Door Bar

There's nothing glamorous about this sports bar that cheers exclusively for the University of Iowa Hawkeyes. The atmosphere is so laid-back and casual that singing karaoke is just like singing with friends and watching a game feels like you’re in your own family room surrounded by a crowd that could just as easily be your family. [read more]

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Venue Taproom

Gastropub with curbside pickup, dine-in, and no contact deliveries. [read more]

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Ono Hawaiian BBQ

Serving the taste of the islands with the aloha spirit since 2002. [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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Corleone's Philly Steaks

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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Over Easy

Breakfast-Brunch-Lunch restaurant with a modern twist on breakfast to lunch classics. Customers and foodies are wowed by its scratch cooking and retro bright modern diner vibe that has become a breakfast and brunch favorite. orange juice coffee espresso latte mimosa bloody mary eggwhite fried scrambled eggs sunny side sausage waffle dog chicken waffles ham steak fried banana french toast buttery brioche redeye gravy caramel pecan bacon sausage pork malted waffle pancakes buttermilk cakes lemon ricotta protein steak wolf pack hash browns potatoes tater tots sweet potato breast cheddar jalapeno biscuits gravy cornbeef chlaquiles mexican tortilla ranchero burrito green chile pork grits sandwich muffin ham grilled healthy quinoa omelet crying pig omelet spinach feta cheddar swiss american turkey breast cubano egg sandwich chicken blt salad spinach turkey cobb chicken caesar grits benedicts hollandaise sauce florentine omelet 505 pulled pork omelet avocado toast [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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il Asilo Restaurant & Bar

We are all a little crazy. We should just admit it. Our lives can be hectic or even monotonous. There are times when the craziness of life needs to be offset or balanced out. In the early years people were often sent to an asylum to be cured. How about a place that cures your craziness with friendly service, conversation, good food, and tasty beverages? That’s our idea of an asylum. [read more]

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Dillon's KC BBQ at Wildlife World Zoo

DILLON’S WILDEST LOCATION is located on Northern, 8 miles west of the 101, the Wildlife World Zoo & Aquarium allows you to dine with the sharks! That’s right! You’ll be eating beside a beautiful 60,000 gallon shark tank, or enjoying a vibrant flamingo exhibit on our patio. Whether you’re in the west valley for lunch, dinner, weddings, anniversaries, corporate outings or parties, Dillon’s at the Wildlife World Zoo and Aquarium can accommodate you. Be inventive and enjoy a new experience today. And, don’t worry, no entrance fee is required for dining with us! [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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Abuelo's Mexican Restaurant

Abuelo invites you to experience the incredible flavors of Mexico, combining homemade cooking with rich flavors of coastal and interior Mexican cuisine. Abuelo's brings you a singular dining experience that combines authentic standards with the rich, subtle flavors of coastal and interior Mexican cuisine. Escape to the courtyard under our beautiful sky, enjoy our inspired surroundings and savor the exceptional food and drink that is Abuelo's signature. Experience the flavor of Mexico and discover why Abuelo's was recently named the #1 Mexican food concept in the nation, as well as one of America's best restaurants overall, by a leading national consumer ranking magazine. [read more]

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Triple Delight Bakery

We welcome you to take a look at some of our wedding cake collections from our previous weddings, birthdays, and baby shower cakes. Cake tastings are offered by appointment where we can discuss the details of your cake. [read more]

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First Down Deli

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Smallcakes of Surprise

CUSTOM CAKES, GOURMET CUPCAKES, BAKED FRESH DAILY & HOMEMADE ICE CREAM [read more]

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Don Chuy's Mexican Grill

Don Chuy’s is a family owned, family run local restaurant that offers authentic flavors from Leon Guanajuato, Mexico. Open since 1998 in Culver City, Don Chuy’s Restaurant offers traditional recipes from Leon creating an old- world culinary experience from the heart of Mexico. [read more]

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Jay's Cocktail Lounge

Jay's was established in 1955 and is one of the last of it's kind..a real neighborhood tavern! Excellent drinks, great jukebox, 2 pool tables, video and dart games, a vending machine, 6 tv's, a wonderful turtle tank and a back patio to enjoy your cocktails and a smoke (if you so desire)once in a while you can even get in a game of "Korn Holeing" and win the coveted Korn Holeing Trophy handmade by Dusty herself!... Even the customers at Jay's are friendly and helpful! Come in once and you will want to make it YOUR neighborhood bar. It's a COOL place! [read more]

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T & J Asian Cuisine

This casual shopping center establishment features a range of classic Asian entrees. [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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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

Arizona's Favorite Mexican Food Every Filiberto’s cooks everything from scratch daily. All of the tacos, burritos, carne asada fries are all made with fresh meat and ingredients. [read more]

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Zipps Sports Grill

Zipps Sports Grill is family owned and operated since 1995, and we have opened 14 Zipps Sports Grill locations throughout the valley since then, there is bound to be one in your neighborhood! Zipps appeals to everyone with affordable, fresh, home-made food and award-winning specials. [read more]

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Dillon's KC BBQ Arrowhead

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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Village Inn

In 1958 the first Village Inn Pancake House opened its doors in Denver, Colorado and began offering what has since made us famous— made-from-scratch buttermilk pancakes, fresh eggs cooked any style, sizzling bacon and a pot of steaming hot coffee. More than once, vacationers in Denver stopped at Village Inn for a bite to eat and enjoyed it so much that they inquired about franchise opportunities before leaving. Such requests inspired co-founders Merton “Andy” Anderson and Jim Mola to place an ad in The Wall Street Journal for prospective franchisees. Soon after, the first Village Inn franchise started operating in 1961, leading the way for successful franchise development. Our reputation for serving quality all-day breakfast endures and carries over to our lunch, dinner and our award-winning pies. Village Inn serves The Best Pie In America® – like French Silk, Lemon Supreme, Country Apple and Caramel Pecan Silk Supreme. We are proud of our tradition—and happy to be part of our guests’ daily lives. With six decades of success, we have corporate and franchise restaurants totaling more than 200, located primarily in the Rocky Mountain region, the Midwest, Arizona and Florida. Our guests visit Village Inn because they know they will enjoy great-tasting food and extra-friendly service in a clean and comfortable family environment. Many of our guests who visited our restaurants in their youth now take their children and grandchildren to Village Inn— when they’re hungry for life’s simple pleasures. [read more]

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Pappadeaux Seafood Kitchen

Convivial chain dishing up hearty portions of New Orleans-style seafood, steaks, salads & more. [read more]

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Bangkok Thai

Bangkok Thai offers delicious dining, takeout, and delivery to Glendale, AZ. Bangkok Thai is a cornerstone in the Glendale community and has been recognized for its outstanding Thai cuisine, excellent service, and friendly staff. Our Thai 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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Goodcents

Cold & hot subs, pastas & salads fill out the menu at this simple, counter-serve chain. [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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Nonno Italian Eatery

Nonno Stefano introduced Central Florida to his famous Stuff Chicken Balls. He has also been recognized for his delicious Seafood dishes and his most popular creation Tortellini di Stefano, which will be renamed to Tortellini di Leo. [read more]

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Black Rock Coffee Bar

We strive for excellence in everything we do in life. Our crafted drinks are a way we show respect for our customers and ourselves. They are the beginning of a relationship built on trust and care that through time grows to see our stories unfold in our city. As part of local communities, each Black Rock Coffee Bar team finds ways to serve their neighborhoods. And by doing so we help raise the bar for relationship and compassion. As relationship grows, so does accountability. We hold each other to higher standards for the good of all. Whether it be care for nature, care for those in need, or just a sincere desire to see others do well, we learn to expect a lot from each other and a lot for our customers. Our priority at Black Rock is not for others to know who we are and what we do... but for others to allow us to know them, to add fuel to their story, and to share in the journey. [read more]

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Hope's Artisan Bread

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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Heroes Pub and Grub

Heroes Pub & Grub is neighborhood friendly restaurant. We offer a variety of menu items including Thor's Tots, build your own burgers & made to order pizza [read more]

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Everyday Sprinkles

We offer homemade cakes, cupcakes and cakesicles! Mini cheesecakes Now Available! Gluten Free is Available. I want to make your event memorable & special! [read more]

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Upper Crust Pizza, Patio & Wine Bar

Inspired by the comfort and cuisine of a Brooklyn-style pizza parlor, Upper Crust Pizza & Patio Wine Bar is at 20235 N. Cave Creek Road, located at the southeast corner of Loop 101 and Cave Creek Road in Phoenix. The neighborhood restaurant features a tantalizing variety of homemade, made-to-order pizzas, calzone, pastas, antipasto and salads made of authentic, seasonal ingredients created with fresh produce. The restaurant is both family-friendly and adult oriented with comfortable separate seating areas for quick casual diners. Upper Crust Pizza & Patio Wine Bar is big on atmosphere with a hip interior vibe of corrugated metal and brick walls and a state-of-the-art audio visual system featuring 27 plasma TVs hung throughout the restaurant and bar for an entertaining culinary experience. Upper Crust also features a 21 and up lounge and wine bar. This space is reserved for those special kid free moments. We offer a full range of Wines by the glass and bottle as well as a full range of craft beers on tap and in the bottle. [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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