New American in Phoenix

Coach's Corner Grill

333 E. Jefferson St. Central Phoenix

602-293-3332

New American, Bars and Clubs, Sponsor, Menu

4 articles

Duke's Sports Bar & Grill

7607 E. McDowell Rd. South Scottsdale

480-675-9724

American, New American, Bars and Clubs, Recommended, Best Of, Sponsor, Menu

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

Harvey American

1524 E. Williams Field Rd. Gilbert

480-821-9414

New American, Bars and Clubs, Sponsor

Heard Museum North Scottsdale

32633 N. Scottsdale Rd. North Scottsdale

480-488-9817

American, New American, Museums, Sponsor

8 articles

Lustre Rooftop Bar

2 E. Jefferson St. Central Phoenix

480-478-1765

New American, Bars and Clubs, Best Of, Sponsor, Menu, Slideshow

Sweeping views of South Mountain and the downtown Phoenix skyline make Lustre Rooftop Bar at Hotel Palomar one of the go-to open-air lounges for travelers and Valley locals. Lustre boasts ample seating space with sofas and tables, a pool, and a full bar featuring local brews like Four Peaks Kilt Lifter and San Tan Brewery's Mr. Pineapple on tap, which is reason enough to pay it a visit. Happy hour is Monday through Friday, with $6 drinks from 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Additionally, the bar offers up some delicious appetizers on the happy hour menu, such as $6 flatbread pizzas with house-pulled mozzarella, basil, and chili flakes.

63 articles

Teakwoods Tavern & Grill

5965 W. Ray Rd. Chandler

480-961-0945

New American, Bars and Clubs, Recommended, Sponsor, Menu

It may be located in a quiet Chandler strip mall, but Teakwood's isn't your run-of-the-mill sports bar. The cozy, casual atmosphere with tons o' flat screens make it an ideal spot to watch the game. Sounds good, right? It's also a great place to make a mess. Buckets of peanuts grace each table, and they really seem to want you to throw the shells directly on the ground. Go ahead, someone else will clean it up, just like at the stadium. The extensive menu of bar food leans toward such Midwestern classics as cheese curds and meatloaf, which make hearty alternatives to their award-winning wings. Drink specials every night of the week and pitchers of ice cold beer make Teakwood's a local favorite.

6 articles

34 Easy Street Restaurant & Blue Sky Bar

34 Easy St. Carefree

480-595-9909

New American

7th Heaven Eatery

2501 E. Camelback Rd. East Phoenix

602-954-5119

American, New American, Bars and Clubs

1 article

Alter Ego

108 E. University Dr. Tempe

602-612-7871

American, New American, Best Of

Alter Ego, located on the ground floor of Canopy by Hilton Tempe Downtown, impresses. Veteran Valley chef Ken Arneson oversees the kitchen here, ensuring guests are treated to well-executed specialties like the skirt steak chimichurri, the katsu chicken sandwich, and sweet Thai shishito peppers. Don't even get us started on the goat cheese gelato, mixed with fresh berries and served with the In "The Pot" Cobbler.

6 articles

Astor House: Coronado 'Cue & Southern Speakeasy

2243 N. 12th St. Central Phoenix

602-687-9775

Barbecue, New American, Bars and Clubs, Best Of

Astor House has traded in shared plates for a pair of hickory-wood smokers that have turned out some delicious (and a couple of ho-hum) smoked meats. Brisket is moist and delicious, as is the pulled-pork shoulder, tender and flavorful and just pink enough. Baby back pork ribs are crusty with a crunchy dry rub coating pink, tender meat with a hint of smokiness. All meats are accompanied with spicy or sweet dipping sauces.

34 articles

Atlas Bistro

2515 N. Scottsdale Rd., #18 South Scottsdale

480-990-2433

Contemporary, New American, Best Of, Menu, Slideshow

Atlas Bistro is located inside the Arizona Wine Company in Scottsdale, tucked away in a small room with white tablecloths. The bring-your-own-bottle, dinner-only restaurant has been around since 2001, with Chef Cory Oppold presenting ever-changing modern dishes that originate from his French-driven cooking style. Diners may experience a $65, three-course, prix-fixe meal powered by keywords like organic, hand-foraged, local, wild, line-caught, sustainable, and exotic. Courses from this locally owned eatery have included chilled chicken breast presse, Hudson Valley foie gras mousse, Niman Ranch pork belly, and seared wild Nordic halibut from Chula Seafood. Desserts and cheeses are also on the menu, which includes petite beignets, and a plate of soft, aged, blue cheese accompanied by accoutrements, nuts, and toasted Noble bread. But the best part may be the relaxing atmosphere this sliver of a restaurant offers its patrons. New Normal: Reservations are extremely limited and preferred via direct message through social media. The Atlas Wines shop is also open next door.

28 articles

Beckett's Table

3717 E. Indian School Rd. East Phoenix

602-954-1700

Contemporary, New American, Recommended, Best Of, Slideshow, Essentials

This Arcadia eatery has been open for more than a decade, a feat accomplished thanks to the efforts of double husband-and-wife team owners: sommeliers Katie and Scott Stephens and Justin and Michelle Beckett. There's something about Beckett's Table that raises the profile of the dining scene along Indian School Road in this specific part of Phoenix. Maybe it's the actual community table, which can't be missed upon entering the restaurant. The multi-seat high-top is best enjoyed during social hour, when a number of Beckett's signature dishes, such as the deviled egg of the day, are on special. Many menu items demonstrate the fact that Justin Beckett has been in the kitchen since he was 9 or 10 years old. Favorites include the signature fork-tender short ribs and the city-famous fig and pecan pie.

75 articles

Bink's Midtown

2320 E. Osborn Rd. East Phoenix

602-388-4874

New American, Restaurants, Slideshow

James Beard Award finalist Kevin Binkley opened this Phoenix bistro, his third Valley restaurant, in early 2013 in the former home of Sophie's Bistro. The culinary powerhouse re-imagines local produce in delicious small plates in a cozy neighborhood spot with wood floors, wainscoting, and white linen. One of the best new restaurants of 2013.

63 articles

Bink's Scottsdale

6107 N Scottsdale Rd. North Scottsdale

480-664-9238

New American, Restaurants, Readers' Choice

23 articles

Bitter & Twisted Cocktail Parlour

1 W. Jefferson St. Central Phoenix

602-340-1924

Bar Food, New American, Asian Fusion, Recommended, Best Of, Slideshow, Readers' Choice, DrinkHere

A self-described “cocktailian,” Ross Simon of Bitter & Twisted is known for his tome-like illustrated menus that offer studied riffs on legions of classics, resulting in libations that are proudly “whimsical as fuck.” Among those is the coldest old-school martini in town, which can be sipped in expansive booths upholstered in red leather under sky-high ceilings. Whether you're in downtown Phoenix for a show, or you make a special trip, be sure to stop in at Bitter & Twisted. Pro tip: Join the wait list online to secure an earlier spot in the queue.

66 articles

Blue Hound Kitchen & Cocktails

2 E. Jefferson St. Central Phoenix

602-258-0231

New American, Gastro Pub, Recommended, Best Of, Slideshow

Located on the second floor of the Hotel Palomar at CityScape in downtown Phoenix, this true, urban gathering place, like its contemporary American fare, successfully blends sophistication and familiarity along with a solid selection of signature cocktails. The restaurant's dishes, with a focus on local ingredients, are available as small plates or in two sizes — perfect for sharing or to mix-and-match. A bustling bar of reclaimed wood and mirrors, floor-to-ceiling windows in the dining area, and an outdoor patio make it easy to enjoy the city, along with the food and drink. Read our review.

96 articles

Bongo's Bar & Grill

4080 W. Ray Rd. Chandler

480-831-0000

American, New American, Bars and Clubs, Music Venues, Menu

The Boozy Breakfast

5450 E. High St. North Phoenix

480-590-4278

Breakfast/Brunch, New American

3 articles

Bourbon Steak

7575 E. Princess Dr. North Scottsdale

480-585-2694

Steakhouse, New American, Critics' Pick, Best Of

Let's face it: Upscale steakhouses can tend to be one trick ponies. However, with a chef like Chris Curtiss at the helm, North Scottsdale's Bourbon Steak is elevated to something unique, while still being familiar. Grilled octopus, raw fish crudo dishes, gnocchi with mussels in a white wine sauce, and whiskey-centric classic cocktails are a great place to start at this luxe, dark, and stunning restaurant inside the Fairmont Princess Resort. You also won't be disappointed with sides like crispy roasted Brussels sprouts with pancetta and black truffle mac and cheese. While you could certainly splurge for a $75 Maine lobster pot pie, you'll feel equally pampered getting a butter poached steak. In particular, the mesquite-grilled filet mignon is as tender and moist as it could possibly be inside, with the smokey, uniquely Southwestern mesquite flavor on the outside. The grill also serves up fish and Wagyu beef options. Read our review.

12 articles

The Brickyard Downtown

85 W. Boston St. Chandler

480-963-1373

New American, Recommended, Best Of, DrinkHere

When visiting downtown Chandler, a stop at The Brickyard is a must. This cocktail bar and restaurant is located inside the former home of the Chandler Arizonan, a newspaper that dates back to 1912. But you’ll find more than just history here. Start with the cocktail menu, which is located inside the plastic DVD case dropped off at your table. The video game-themed booklet outlines your drink options by such creative categories as Arcade, Disc, Multiplayer and Next Gen. From the Console section, we love Save the Princess, a bright refresher with Ketel One peach and orange blossom vodka, Leblon cachaca, crème de pêche, orgeat, lemon and yuzu. While the cocktail menu shines, don’t forget about the food. The lamb chimichangas and pork belly skewers are winners.

8 articles

Buffalo Wild Wings

1475 W. Elliot Rd. Gilbert

480-813-9464

American, Bar Food, New American, Traditional, Wings, Bars and Clubs

Buffalo Wild Wings was founded in 1982 when a guy from Buffalo, New York traveled to Ohio to judge an amateur figure skating competition and failed to find any wings that measured up to the ones at home. Now B-Dubs, as it likes to call itself, has spread to nearly every state in the U.S. with more than 600 locations, including Phoenix, where it's easy to find on Voice Places. The yellow-and-black logo features a buffalo that has sprouted majestic wings, but make no mistake--it's strictly chicken here, available in regular or boneless varieties in 21 flavors from Garlic Parmesan and Caribbean Jerk to Asian Zing and the simply named but much feared Blazin'. Every location features a plethora of televisions for your sports-watching needs and a plentiful selection of beer on tap.

1 article

Cafe Forte

7032 E. Main St. Central Scottsdale

480-994-1331

American, New American, Wine Bar, Menu

1 article

Cafe Monarch

6934 E. 1st Ave. Central Scottsdale

480-970-7682

New American, Fine Dining, Recommended, Best Of

After years as a romantic BYOB restaurant, Scottsdale's Café Monarch has been left in the hands of Christian Lewkowicz, a former employee and fan of the last owner and chef, Christopher Van Arsdale. Lewkowicz and his team look to carry on the restaurant's tradition of simple food done well and guests treated like family instead of customers. Though diners might be drawn by the candlelit courtyard, ivy-covered walls and bubbling fountains, they return each year to taste the daily-changing menu at Café Monarch, which features seasonal and local produce whenever possible.

16 articles

Canal

7144 E. Stetson Dr. Central Scottsdale

480-949-9000

American, Eclectic, International, New American, Steakhouse, Bars and Clubs, Menu

1 article

Carly's Bistro

128 E. Roosevelt St. Central Phoenix

602-262-2759

New American, Sandwiches, Bars and Clubs, Best Of, Menu, Slideshow

For 15 years, diners have been lining up to order salads and sandwiches at Carla Wade Logan’s café on Roosevelt Street. But the cocktails here are first-rate, too. The Prickly Pear Margarita is hot pink and ice-cold, a must-try for visitors to the desert or those just bar-hopping on a hot day. The Whiskey Sangria is sought after by many a happy hour patron. Don’t sleep on the classics, either: We’re big fans of the mojito and the bloody mary here. Carly’s was an early RoRo spot, and it’s still one of the best in the neighborhood.

56 articles

Century Grand

3626 E. Indian School Rd. East Phoenix

602-739-1388

Eclectic, Contemporary, New American, Best Of, Slideshow

For years, Jason Asher and Rich Furnari have defined the cutting edge of local cocktail culture, and Century Grand and the three bars housed inside are the culmination of their efforts. Highly stylized and themed, Century Grand is home to UnderTow, The Grey Hen, and Platform 18. All immersive experiences, the first makes customers feel as though they're sipping tropical cocktails in the belly of a ship. The Grey Hen is styled as a New Orleans apothecary, where the medicines look more like whiskey, and perhaps the most immersive of all, Platform 18 takes customers on a train ride complete with TV screen-windows showing the world passing by. Reservations are recommended as is taking a glance at the website before showing up to this busy bar, as there are specific rules for each concept.

12 articles

Champps Americana

2520 E. Camelback Rd. East Phoenix

602-852-0033

American, New American, Traditional

1 article

Chelsea's Kitchen

5040 N. 40th St. East Phoenix

602-957-2555

New American, Southwestern, Comfort Foods, Recommended, Best Of, Slideshow, Readers' Choice

This outpost of Craig and Kris DeMarco and Bob Lynn's ever-expanding culinary kingdom leaves behind the boutique ambiance and eats of Postino and La Grande Orange for something far more sophisticated and satisfying. Built like an airy, one-story Arizona ranch house, with a peaked roof, a big front porch, and a huge patio out back with a large brick fireplace, CK exudes comfort, warmth, and solidity. And the menu does the same, with an offering of burgers, steaks, tacos, green chile stew, fried chicken, and so on. May seem pedestrian at first glance, but the flavor to be had in each item is first-class, with four-star preparation. Return visits a must.

28 articles

Original ChopShop Co.

7158 E. 5th Ave. Central Scottsdale

480-794-1536

New American, Fast Casual, Recommended

The “chop” portion in the name of this fast-casual place of healthy eats in Old Town Scottsdale refers not so much to meats (although it has them), but to its handling of vegetables. Here, carrots, kale, cucumbers, and the like are pressed into juices, placed into bowls, and packed into sandwiches and wraps for a small menu of mostly average but hefty, all-natural offerings that don’t go over the ten-dollar mark.

11 articles

CIELO

13225 N. Eagle Ridge Dr. North Scottsdale

480-333-1880

Southwestern, New American, Menu

Adero is a luxury hotel in Scottsdale and Cielo is the resort’s onsite restaurant. Menu items are made with regionally sourced ingredients, the craft cocktails are heavily on tequila and mezcal, and much of the beer is from Fountain Hills’ Bone Haus Brewing. Cielo, Spanish for sky, also offers plenty of scenic outdoor seating.

6 articles

Citizen Public House

7111 E. 5th Ave. Ste. E. Central Scottsdale

480-398-4208

New American, Gastro Pub, Critics' Pick, Best Of, Slideshow, Readers' Choice, Essentials

Don't let the name and the address fool you. Citizen Public House, founded by former Cowboy Ciao culinary master chef Bernie Kantak, may sound pretentious, but its stylish yet relaxed atmosphere and offerings of classic American fare with a delicious kick are nothing short of modest classiness. From picture-perfect scallops and standout starters like the luscious crispy sesame pork belly to the Original Chopped Salad (so popular it has its own Facebook page) and dreamy desserts, at Citizen Public House, deliciousness is in every detail. Whether it's an evening out, a pairing dinner, happy hour fun, or late-night noshing — all with the added enjoyment of a team that's as comfortable to be around as your dining companions — Citizen Public House deserves to be in heavy rotation on your restaurant playlist, particularly if you find yourself in Scottsdale.

102 articles

The Collins Small Batch Kitchen

3160 E. Camelback Rd. East Phoenix

602-730-3533

New American, Best Of

1 article

Convivo Bistro

7000 N. 16th St. North Phoenix

602-997-7676

American, New American

1 article

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