European in Phoenix

K O'Donnell's American Bar & Grill

14850 N. Northsight Blvd. North Scottsdale

480-922-7200

American, European, Irish, Pizza, Traditional, Sponsor, Menu

1 article

Caffe Boa

398 S. Mill Ave. Tempe

480-968-9112

Italian, European, Greek, Mediterranean, Recommended, Best Of, Menu

For first dates and graduation dinners, Tempe’s Caffe Boa is a staple. This long-standing Mill Avenue restaurant is the perfect contrast to the bustling bars and clubs just steps away. Both an Italian restaurant and wine bar, it is open for brunch, lunch, happy hour and dinner. Make sure to try the outstanding pastas, such as a block of lasagna resting in a pool of cream-tinted bolognese or the Ravioli Zucca, filled with butternut squash and topped with toasted hazelnuts and sage swimming in a garlic butter sauce. Complete your meal with a creative cocktail, pour of wine or a flight of Rakija, a double-distilled fruit brandy popular in Serbia and throughout the Balkans, for something a little different.

20 articles

Clancy's Pub

4432 N. Miller Rd. Central Scottsdale

480-990-8797

American, English, European, Pizza, Traditional, Bars and Clubs, Menu

The American Midwest meets the Irish cliffs at Clancy's Pub. Banners proclaiming loyalty to the Nebraska Cornhuskers, Omaha Nighthawks, and Green Bay Packers share space alongside Guinness clovers and Killian's flags. Night owls recline on green leather stools, watching Bruce Campbell on Burn Notice while sipping draught beers and snacking on burger specials. In keeping with a Midwest sensibility, the vibe here is humble and unassuming, though the right game brings out the cheers and whoops from the blue-collar crowd. Saint Patrick's Day emerald clothing is certainly welcome, but no one is going to differentiate between that and Packers green, and Cornhuskers red is certainly okay, too.

Connolly's Sports Grill

2605 W. Carefree Highway North Phoenix

623-879-5997

American, Irish, European, Bars and Clubs, Best Of, Menu

Like North Phoenix itself, Connolly's Sports Grill might leave you with the subconscious urge to stretch out a little. It's not that it's big, just more open than you might be used to — an airy outparcel made artificially sports-bar-dark with blackout curtains. Well-spaced tables are all that stand between the entrance on one side and a well-stocked bar on the other; mounted on all four walls are big, clear TVs, seemingly one to a table. There might not be a lot of history or character in a North Phoenix outparcel, but that also means there's no history or character getting between you, your meal, and your favorite team.

2 articles

Delice Bistro

690 S. Mill Ave. Tempe

480-656-8847

Bakery, Cafe, European, French, Recommended, Menu

The folks at this Mill Avenue, European-flavored bistro have created a menu more stylish and complicated than one would expect to find in a bistro that caters mostly to ASU students and visitors to the next-door movie multiplex. But, like a lot of ambitious bistros, Delice (pronounced Da-lees) has yet to arrive at greatness. This pâtisserie serves marvelous baked goods and pastries, and its breakfast foods are highly flavored and neatly made. Baked goods and hot, strong coffee are a staple here, as are paninis and crepes both savory and sweet. Read our review.

6 articles

Digestif

7114 E. Stetson Dr., 110 Central Scottsdale

480-425-9463

American, California, European, Italian, Bars and Clubs

1 article

The Dubliner Irish Pub & Restaurant

3841 E. Thunderbird Rd. North Phoenix

602-867-0984

Bar Food, Irish, European, Bars and Clubs, Music Venues, Best Of, Slideshow, DrinkHere

Despite the name, this north central Phoenix pub isn’t for Joyce scholars. Here, you’re far more likely to encounter UFC fans shooting Jameson than bookish types sipping Beamish. But that’s not to say the place is lacking in history. Established in 1985 by Seamus McCaffrey (namesake of the popular downtown Phoenix pub), The Dubliner is said to be Phoenix’s first pub to serve Guinness on tap. It still does, of course, along with Harp and Smithwick’s. The food menu features Irish fare such as chicken with Guinness gravy and a side of soda bread, Irish beef stew, and — our favorite — Jameson chocolate bread pudding.

9 articles

German Corner

4900 E. Indian School Rd. East Phoenix

602-840-7838

European, German

3 articles

Lola Tapas

800 E. Camelback Rd. Central Phoenix

602-265-4519

European, Spanish, Tapas, Wine Bar, Bars and Clubs

1 article

Marquesa

7575 E Princess Dr. North Scottsdale

480-585-4848

European, French, Italian, Mediterranean, Mexican, Pizza, Spanish, Bars and Clubs

2 articles

Methode Bistro

6204 N. Scottsdale Rd. Paradise Valley

480-998-8220

American, European, French, Bars and Clubs, Menu

You haven't eaten Asian until you've had a Tottie Roll, a fried pork roll wrapped in lettuce and mint leaves, and the house specialty at this extra-popular Asian Fusion restaurant. Named for Chef Tottie Kaya, who trained as a professional chef in childhood, these rolls are the talk of culinary circles and the reason that people drive from all over town to this newest location in Tottie's local chain. Diners also crave Tottie's Kang Keow Wan (Green Curry Chicken) with mushrooms, as well as the super-spicy Thai Basil over white or brown rice. Don't leave without trying the house-made coconut ice cream and the fried plantains for dessert; you'll be glad you did.

1 article

O'Connor's Pub

2601 W. Dunlap Ave. North Phoenix

602-997-7714

European, Irish, Bars and Clubs, Music Venues

2 articles

Shakespeare's British Pub & Restaurant

1744 S. Val Vista Dr. Mesa

480-507-7827

American, Bar Food, Deli, English, European, Sandwiches, Seafood, Bars and Clubs

We stopped in for a Newcastle Ale and ended up staying for dinner-and what a dinner! Moules Mariniere: mussels with onions, steamed in white wine and herb liquor. We'll never recover, it was so tasty. We went back for a more traditional British dinner that started with Scotch Eggs (hardboiled and wrapped in sausage, then deep fried) followed by a sirloin-stuffed Cottage Pie with onions and carrots and topped with cheddar-mashed potatoes and a helping of fresh veggies. Next time we plan to try the traditional Yorkshire Pudding, which we hear is the best in town. Meantime, cheerio, old bean-we're counting the days until we can return to this bit of Britain.

Stanley's Homemade Sausage

1712 W. Bell Rd. North Phoenix

602-275-8788

Grocery Stores, European, Retail, Market

Stanley's has been a Valley favorite since 1963. As one of Phoenix's oldest Eastern European Delicatessens, Stanley's offers a vast variety of homemade meats and sausages, both fresh and smoked. We offer a wide assortment of imported dry goods, beverages, canned foods, candies, cookies and chocolates; and also carry many hard to find products such as Serbian Cevapi, Romanian smoked sausages and meats, homemade Polish sausage as well as many other products from Hungary, Germany, Bosnia and many more. Whole roasted pigs served every Saturday and Sunday.

Stanley's Homemade Sausage

2945 E. Bell Rd., #101 North Phoenix

602-812-4800

Grocery Stores, Retail, European, Market

Stanley's has been a Valley favorite since 1963. As one of Phoenix's oldest Eastern European Delicatessens, Stanley's offers a vast variety of homemade meats and sausages, both fresh and smoked. We offer a wide assortment of imported dry goods, beverages, canned foods, candies, cookies and chocolates; and also carry many hard to find products such as Serbian Cevapi, Romanian smoked sausages and meats, homemade Polish sausage as well as many other products from Hungary, Germany, Bosnia and many more. Whole roasted pigs served every Saturday and Sunday.

A Touch of European Cafe

7146 N. 57th Dr., Ste. C Glendale

623-847-7119

European, Polish, Best Of

After you've exhausted yourself exploring the boutiques and antique shops in Glendale's historic district, stop by A Touch of European Café for some fortifying Polish cuisine. There's nothing like a plate of pierogies or stuffed cabbage to rejuvenate you. The menu also includes a variety of salads, deli-style sandwiches, and homemade desserts. And if you're in the mood for some wine with your smoked kielbasa, be sure to bring your own bottle.

7 articles

Trente Cinq35

2333 N. 7th St. Central Phoenix

602-254-0244

Belgian, European, French

2 articles

Zur Kate

4815 E. Main St. #16 Mesa

480-830-4244

German, European, Best Of

Everything in Zur Kate has a German flair, not just the authentic cuisine. The walls are covered with paintings, flags, and other memorabilia from the Old Country, and there's always German music, whether on the stereo or from a live band. Expect a selection of imported German beer on tap for pretty good prices.

5 articles

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