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Blue Agave Mexican Cantina

7000 E. Mayo Blvd. North Phoenix

480-419-6375

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2 articles

Diamond's Sports Grille

161 N. Centennial Way Mesa

480-844-3888

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We know what you're thinking: How could we not name Sluggo's the best Mesa sports bar? Well, we are (sorta) because the legendary Sluggo's is now Diamond's Sports Grille. The bar was opened by former Cubs broadcaster Harry Caray and his partner in the booth, Steve Stone, and it's gone through a few names en route to its current one. The ties to the Cubs, who are immortalized in murals on the walls of this bar near the Cubs' spring training site north of downtown Mesa, are still strong, though. We hope they get a less generic name paying tribute to the spot's history — "Holy Cow's," maybe, or "Something Funny Will Farrell Said in That SNL Sketch" — but even if it that never happens, Diamond's is still the best sports bar in Mesa.

4 articles

Dos Gringos Mexigrill

1361 N. Alma School Rd. Chandler

480-855-3303

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4 articles

Dos Gringos Mexigrill

1958 S. Greenfield Rd. Mesa

480-633-5525

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4 articles

Duke's Sports Bar & Grill

7607 E. McDowell Rd. South Scottsdale

480-675-9724

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If you enjoy watching frolf, there’s not a bad seat on the sprawling patio at Duke's Sports Bar & Grill, which backs right up to the Vista del Camino Disc Golf Course along the Indian Bend Wash Greenbelt in south Scottsdale. And if you enjoy playing frolf, Duke’s is ideal for a pre- or post-game beer (or during — you could easily sneak over in the middle of your round). Inside, you’ll find pool tables, a variety of arcade and shuffleboard units, and a few dozen TVs — even in the bathrooms — all tuned to various sports packages. They’ve got import and domestic beers on tap, strong mixed drinks, and a menu replete with fried food (say hello to the mozzarella sticks for us) and burgers, sandwiches, and salads. Duke’s was started by a father-daughter team, Al and Jackie McCarthy, in 1998. More than two decades later, it's still in the family and going strong.

11 articles

Gallagher's

3220 E. Baseline Rd. #100 South Phoenix

602-437-0981

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Sports bars are a dime a dozen in every city in the U.S., so it’s hard for one to stand out from the pack. They all have sticky bars, ripped up barstools, cute-after-a-few-drinks bartenders, and TVs that are too often left on a channel no one wants to watch. If we ever had the opportunity to reinvent the wheel, the result would look a lot like Gallagher’s Sports Grill. There’s more for fans than a few tiny screens to stare at. Amenities include off-track betting windows, arcade games, trivia nights, karaoke, a posh outdoor patio complete with waterfall and breathtaking views, and 25 conveniently placed TVs broadcasting everything from the popular football and baseball games to sports with fewer fans, like bowling. The menu is on par too, including American standards like burgers, pizza, sandwiches, and grilled meats including baby back ribs and chicken fajitas. The best part? Gallagher’s has six locations spread throughout the Valley in South Phoenix, North Phoenix, Central Phoenix, Carefree, Chandler, and Peoria.

3 articles

Gallagher's Food & Fun

2050 N. Alma School Rd. Chandler

480-963-0093

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Sports bars are a dime a dozen in every city in the U.S., so it’s hard for one to stand out from the pack. They all have sticky bars, ripped up barstools, cute-after-a-few-drinks bartenders, and TVs that are too often left on a channel no one wants to watch. If we ever had the opportunity to reinvent the wheel, the result would look a lot like Gallagher’s Sports Grill. There’s more for fans than a few tiny screens to stare at. Amenities include off-track betting windows, arcade games, trivia nights, karaoke, a posh outdoor patio complete with waterfall and breathtaking views, and 25 conveniently placed TVs broadcasting everything from the popular football and baseball games to sports with fewer fans, like bowling. The menu is on par too, including American standards like burgers, pizza, sandwiches, and grilled meats including baby back ribs and chicken fajitas. The best part? Gallagher’s has six locations spread throughout the Valley in South Phoenix, North Phoenix, Central Phoenix, Carefree, Chandler, and Peoria.

1 article

Gallagher's Food & Fun

751 E. Union Hills Dr. North Phoenix

602-867-3222

American, Bar Food, Best Of, Sponsor, Menu

Sports bars are a dime a dozen in every city in the U.S., so it’s hard for one to stand out from the pack. They all have sticky bars, ripped up barstools, cute-after-a-few-drinks bartenders, and TVs that are too often left on a channel no one wants to watch. If we ever had the opportunity to reinvent the wheel, the result would look a lot like Gallagher’s Sports Grill. There’s more for fans than a few tiny screens to stare at. Amenities include off-track betting windows, arcade games, trivia nights, karaoke, a posh outdoor patio complete with waterfall and breathtaking views, and 25 conveniently placed TVs broadcasting everything from the popular football and baseball games to sports with fewer fans, like bowling. The menu is on par too, including American standards like burgers, pizza, sandwiches, and grilled meats including baby back ribs and chicken fajitas. The best part? Gallagher’s has six locations spread throughout the Valley in South Phoenix, North Phoenix, Central Phoenix, Carefree, Chandler, and Peoria.

1 article

Gallagher's Sports Grill

34406 N. Black Mountain Parkway Cave Creek

480-595-8800

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Sports bars are a dime a dozen in every city in the U.S., so it’s hard for one to stand out from the pack. They all have sticky bars, ripped up barstools, cute-after-a-few-drinks bartenders, and TVs that are too often left on a channel no one wants to watch. If we ever had the opportunity to reinvent the wheel, the result would look a lot like Gallagher’s Sports Grill. There’s more for fans than a few tiny screens to stare at. Amenities include off-track betting windows, arcade games, trivia nights, karaoke, a posh outdoor patio complete with waterfall and breathtaking views, and 25 conveniently placed TVs broadcasting everything from the popular football and baseball games to sports with fewer fans, like bowling. The menu is on par too, including American standards like burgers, pizza, sandwiches, and grilled meats including baby back ribs and chicken fajitas. The best part? Gallagher’s has six locations spread throughout the Valley in South Phoenix, North Phoenix, Central Phoenix, Carefree, Chandler, and Peoria.

Heard Museum North Scottsdale

32633 N. Scottsdale Rd. North Scottsdale

480-488-9817

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8 articles

Hotel San Carlos

202 N. Central Ave. Central Phoenix

602-253-4121

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From the rooms named after famous former guests like Marilyn Monroe and Humphrey Bogart to the Hollywood-style stars embedded in the exterior sidewalk, the Hotel San Carlos is proud of its past. But these days, the 83-year-old landmark in downtown Phoenix is probably best known for the various guests who may have checked out — but never really left. Yes, this hotel is a hotbed of haunted apparitions, including the ghost of a heartbroken young woman who jumped (or was pushed) from the roof while dressed in a full evening gown mere weeks after the grand opening. Then there's the basement, which features water wells dating back to 1874, when the site was home to Phoenix's first school house (and supposedly a sacred Native American watering hole before that). Which might explain why many guests report hearing the sounds of children playing in the basement, or even creepier, their screams echoing out of the well shafts.

32 articles

K O'Donnell's American Bar & Grill

14850 N. Northsight Blvd. North Scottsdale

480-922-7200

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1 article

Lakeside Bar & Grill

9980 W. Happy Valley Parkway Peoria

623-566-1470

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3 articles

Mad Chef Gastropub

3941 E. Chandler Blvd. Ahwatukee

480-706-1333

American, Bar Food, Recommended, Sponsor, Menu

The moniker of this stripmall joint in Ahwatukee isn't quite accurate - the vibe is more Irish pub-meets-IHOP. If you find yourself here, expect ordinary bar food with a few flourishes, like hot-out-of-the-oven Belgian pretzel bread.

1 article

McClendon's Select Farm

15888 N. 77th Ave. Peoria

866-979-5279

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9 articles

O'Kelley's Sports Bar & Grill

2120 W. Guadalupe Rd. #16 Mesa

480-756-6069

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A touch of the Irish in south Mesa, O'Kelley's is a dark-wooden pub that boasts 50-plus televisions, a regular gaggle of bar patrons, a pool table, darts, golf arcade, and full menu. It also hosts local rock bands on Fridays and Saturdays and karaoke on Mondays and Thursdays. Craft beer and poker are the way to go for Wednesday night though.

1 article

Rockin' R Ranch

6136 E. Baseline Rd. Mesa

480-832-1539

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2 articles

SmashBurger

9915 W. McDowell Rd. Avondale

623-936-3020

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3 articles

SmashBurger

1949 E. Camelback Rd. East Phoenix

602-279-0757

American, Burgers, Traditional, Best Of, Sponsor, Menu

4 articles

Uncle Bear's Bar & Tap

21151 S. Rittenhouse Rd. Queen Creek

480-882-3177

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Whenever we're in the mood to experience some karaoke fun with friends, we head for this East Valley establishment, where singalong action is featured two nights a week. In addition to a full menu of bar food delights, buckets of free peanuts are also available if you'd like a quick snack. Patrons usually discard their shells on the floor, so step carefully when heading to the bathroom between songs or house-brewed pints.

1 article

Uncle Bear's Grill & Tap

9053 E. Baseline Rd. #101A Mesa

480-986-2228

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Whenever we're in the mood to experience some karaoke fun with friends, we head for this East Valley establishment, where singalong action is featured two nights a week. In addition to a full menu of bar food delights, buckets of free peanuts are also available if you'd like a quick snack. Patrons usually discard their shells on the floor, so step carefully when heading to the bathroom between songs or house-brewed pints.

2 articles

180-Q Foodtruck

No address listed Central Phoenix

480-522-7983

American, Barbecue, Street Food, Food Trucks

2 articles

20 Highland Tavern

4701 N. 20th St. East Phoenix

602-761-4750

American, Bar Food, Fusion, Health, Bars and Clubs, Recommended

When you're thinking about going out to watch the game, you probably aren't thinking about going to Whole Foods. However, if you're a craft beer lover, you might want to change your tune. Brews from Mikkeller, Dragoon, Mother Road, Dogfish Head, and more make the ever changing tap list, so you'll likely love exploring the menu. However, if you can't take the shame of Ubering to a grocery store, you can opt for a four beer flight to test out some different styles without over-imbibing. Plus, if you have vegetarian or vegan friends, you can all find something to eat on the full menu, which features pizza, sushi, and sandwiches.

3 articles

32 SHEA

10626 N. 32nd St. North Phoenix

602-867-7432

American, Breakfast/Brunch, Coffeehouse, Best Of, Menu

A standalone building in the parking lot of a strip mall on 32nd Street and Shea, the intersection from which the eatery gets its name, this cozy little breakfast, lunch, and dinner spot is the kind of restaurant where you could easily spend hours. There is a drive-thru, a patio (larger than the restaurant), and inside, a small bar, a handful of dark wood tables, and an eclectic mix of music overhead. In addition to killer coffee and cocktails, there’s a small menu of easy and affordable dishes, including a satisfying sandwich called the OMG, featuring prosciutto, mascarpone, and figs, and a light yet wonderfully creamy artichoke and spinach dip. And if you like the hazelnut spread Nutella (and who doesn’t?) owner Rebecca Golden will add it to just about anything.

17 articles

40th Street Cafe

4022 E. Greenway Rd. North Phoenix

602-992-2511

American, Diner, Traditional

1 article

7th Heaven Eatery

2501 E. Camelback Rd. East Phoenix

602-954-5119

American, New American, Bars and Clubs

1 article

Acacia Cafe

3701 E. Indian School Rd. East Phoenix

602-956-0908

American, Burgers, Cafe, Recommended, Menu

Step up to the counter at this bright, casual Phoenix spot for cheap American cuisine and a hot cup o' joe. For a morning pick-me-up, grab a fresh pastry or a breakfast burrito. At lunch, people line up at Acacia Café for satisfying sandwiches, homemade soups, and salads.

AJ's Fine Foods

5017 N. Central Ave. Central Phoenix

602-230-7015

American, Deli, Pizza, Retail, Recommended

The ultimate gourmet grocery in Arizona, AJ's Fine Foods has several locations throughout the Valley in Scottsdale, Chandler, Glendale, and Phoenix. Each one stocks a choice selection of artisanal cheeses, meats, baked goods, produce, and deli fare. Whether you're hunting for a nationally acclaimed specialty item like Jeni's Splendid Ice Creams, looking for a local favorite like cookies from Barb's Bakery, or browsing through enticing display after enticing display of delicious goods, AJ's is the prime destination. In addition to groceries, you'll find an Italian bistro with pizza and pasta dishes, a coffee bar, made-to-order sandwiches, fresh sushi, to-go dishes like meatloaf, and a large selection of beer and wine. While you're there, be sure to talk to the expert butchers, bakers, and staff members who can help you select the right ingredients to make your ideal breakfast, lunch, dinner, or holiday meal. There's only one downside: the total when you bring your bounty of delectable finds to the register.

15 articles

Al's Chicago Style Hotdogs

53 N. Val Vista Gilbert

480-545-3267

American, Hot Dogs, Traditional, Best Of, Menu

When you have a state-fair-sized craving for food on a stick, the best place to satisfy your hunger is Al’s Chicago Style Hotdogs. Not only do they serve one of the tastiest versions of the all-American corn dog, covered in crispy and delicious batter that melts in your mouth, but they also make a mean Chicago-style dog. Al grew up in Roger’s Park and learned the restaurant business by working with Ira Helfer, the Hot Dog King of Chicago, so when he moved to Gilbert in 2002, he brought his authentic Chicago hot dogs with him. Al’s uses the best ingredients like Vienna hot dogs and Italian beef, Gonella rolls, and freshly prepared green relish. And, just in case you aren’t in the mood for the signature dog – topped with mustard, relish, pickles, tomato, cucumber, sport peppers, and celery salt – there are also hamburgers, sliders, Italian beef and sausage sandwiches, chicken sandwiches, and lots of fried sides like chili cheese fries, mushrooms, and onion rings.

1 article

Alexi's Grill

3550 N. Central Ave. #120 Central Phoenix

602-279-0982

American, Italian, Recommended, Best Of, Menu

Alexi's is a bright, airy eatery where the waiters attend to your every whim. No wonder so many of the city's power elite choose to lunch at central Phoenix's Alexi's Grill. The menu is a combination of Italian and upscale American fare. Choices include various pastas, grilled fish, gussied-up chicken, and slabs of beef. Not the most adventurous menu, but great service saves the day.

7 articles

Alice Cooperstown

101 E. Jackson St. Central Phoenix

602-253-7337

American, Barbecue, Brewery, Eclectic, Best Of, Menu, Slideshow

School's out forever at this hybrid sports/rock 'n' roll theme eatery where the shock-rocker born Vincent Furnier is worshipped like a demigod. Goth-punk waitresses wear eye makeup à la Cooper, and his ghoulish image stares out at you from nearly every table. Fender guitars signed by such acts as The Police, Eric Clapton, and Black Sabbath line the walls, along with a collection of sports memorabilia. Huge TV screens face you at nearly every angle so you can watch any and every game that might be on. Surprisingly, the food's not bad for bar grub: barbecue, burgers, sammies, chili, wings, etc. Cool spot to eat before or after a game at nearby U.S. Airways Center or Chase Field.

13 articles

Alice’s Restaurant

403 Clark St., Jerome Outside the Valley

928-634-2069

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All American Modern Sports Grill

20751 N. Pima Rd., Suite 105 North Scottsdale

480-868-2702

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