Thai restaurant · Bronze Boot
7
Best/most consistent in the city
Brewery · Bronze Boot
This vibrant brewery pairs cheese and charcuterie with a rotating selection of craft beers brewed by a seasoned pro, all in a sunny open space.
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Event venue · Paradise Valley
Catch top-tier comedy and live bands at this spacious club with tasty pub bites, great service, happy hour, and a lively atmosphere.
Seafood restaurant · Phoenix
Coconut’s Fish Cafe serves up laid-back Hawaiian seafood vibes with fresh fish tacos, flavorful pasta, and a welcoming atmosphere that feels like a beach getaway.
Seafood restaurant · Central City
Dive into Mariscos Playa Hermosa, a vibrant cantina where Phoenix’s best seafood meets colorful decor and a menu overflowing with Mexican seaside favorites.
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Pizza restaurant · Cooper Square
Pizzeria Bianco serves artisanal wood-fired pizzas in a cozy, rustic space, famed for its perfectly charred crusts and fresh, inventive toppings.
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Bar · Cooper Square
Valley Bar is a gritty, underground Phoenix hotspot blending speakeasy vibes with live local music, creative cocktails, games, and cozy lounges.
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Hotel · Phoenix
The Phoenician in Scottsdale delivers luxe desert vibes with spacious Southwestern-style rooms, 9 pools, a spa, top golf, and celeb-chef dining.
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Italian restaurant · Laveen
Mimi Forno Italiano in Laveen serves up authentic Southern Italian favorites, from wood-fired pizzas to homemade pasta, all sourced with local ingredients for a cozy, memorable dining experience.
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Restaurant · Cooper Square
Carcara in downtown Phoenix channels a chic South Beach vibe with a soaring tree and stylish decor, serving a vibrant, northern Mexican-influenced menu that dazzles at brunch and dinner.
Vietnamese restaurant · Alhambra
Da Vang serves up authentic, affordable Vietnamese classics like rich pho, fresh spring rolls, and crispy banh mi in a casual, no-frills spot.
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