Best Chimichangas in Phoenix, Arizona | Eater Phoenix
"Macayo’s may feel a bit commercial these days, but no chimichanga trail would be complete without a mention. The Phoenix institution traces its roots to 1946, when founder Woody Johnson allegedly invented the dish by accidentally dropping a burrito into a deep-fryer at his original restaurant, Woody’s El Nido. That golden mistake became a mainstay, and the chimi has been on the Macayo’s menu ever since. Now, 75 years and several location-changes later, Macayo’s is still leaning into its legacy: In 2021, the team celebrated the anniversary by setting a Guinness World Record for the world’s longest chimichanga — an absurd 25-foot behemoth stuffed with shredded chicken, beans, cheese, and sauce. The food might not blow anyone away, but the story (and the sheer size) earns it a spot." - McConnell Quinn
