Businesses invited to advertise in this guide are locally owned and/or share a commitment to sourcing local and seasonal ingredients.
Del Piero Kitchen at the Olive Mill
Why We Love It: The motto of this olive farm/market/restaurant: Real food everyday. The menu at the eatery is chock full of delicious family recipes like: the Kalamata sandwich (with salami, capicola and herb roasted...
Elote Cafe
Why We Love It: Local, quality ingredients become extraordinary dishes in this award-winning restaurant.
Essence Bakery Cafe
Why We Love It: Did somebody say macarons? Essence macarons are so coveted, they’ve started offering a worldwide delivery service. Their breakfast is no stranger to accolades either—try the brioche French toast...
FnB
Why We Love It: Produce is king in Chef Charleen Badman’s kitchen. Not only do vegetables get the same attention as meat, they are almost treated like it. Beets get a dousing of vadouvan (similar to a curry),...
Francine
Why We Love It: Chef Archibald's creative French dishes. Specializing in the Cuisine of the Sun; French-inspired Mediterranean fare.
Hearth ’61 at Mountain Shadows
Why We Love It: Chef Wiley's long-time commitment to the best local purveyors. Modern American cuisine, delightful in its simplicity. Views in every direction.
The Joy Bus Diner
Why We Love It: Good food and a good cause. Non-profit, breakfast/lunch, welcoming space, made-to-order.
Lon's at The Hermosa Inn
Why We Love It: The atmosphere and the food are a true taste of Arizona. Globally-inspired Arizona fare, weekend brunch, happy hour, patio.
Matt's Big Breakfast
Why We Love It: Breakfast is served all day! Locally owned, local ingredients, open daily valley-wide, since 2004.
Sweet Republic Ice Cream
Why We Love It: This ice cream parlor changes flavors all the time but they guarantee 20+ flavors of ice cream and sorbet daily. Everything is made from scratch.
Tarbell's Restaurant
Why We Love It: Flavorful American favorites. Local ingredients, seasonal menu, gourmet cooking and craft cocktails.
Tracy Dempsey Originals
Why We Love It: The cookies, pastries and other bakery treats are mouthwatering. But those in the know go for the egg sammies.
ZuZu at Hotel Valley Ho
Why We Love It: The Mad Men-meets-Jetsons décor makes Zuzu the perfect place for a cocktail and a bite.
What to Eat (and See) on Your First Visit to Phoenix
We share some must-do destinations for visitors to Phoenix; and any locals looking to experience all that the city has to offer.
