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Arizona Kitchen
300 E Wigwam Blvd, Wigwam Resort, Litchfield Park, AZ 85340 · 623-935-3811
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LITCHFIELD PARK. Serving exceptionally well-prepared Southwestern cuisine using fresh, local ingredients, this restaurant has a crisp, clean appearance with whitewashed stucco and ceiling beams. Red-brick floors and an adobe fireplace add warmth and inviting ambience. Menu fare includes mesquite-grilled pork tenderloin, braised Kobe short ribs, and seared diver scallops with poblano and white corn risotto. The little place is set away from the city, but rest assured, dining here is certainly worth the trip.
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Barrio Cafe
2814 N 16th St, Phoenix, AZ 85006 · 602-636-0240
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Since it opened, folks have been clamoring to this hopping, no-reservations-accepted restaurant for its inventive southern Mexican cuisine. Abandoned are bland burritos and tacos in favor of lush, richly layered flavors achieved with zesty chiles, authentic cheeses, and complex moles. Start with guacamole prepared tableside and then consider cochinita pibil, a delectable slow-roasted pork dish. Grilled steaks, seared duck breast, and seafood enchiladas are also much-requested. Plus, there's no better dessert than deep-fried fritters with goats' milk caramel – ask anyone.
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ARCADIA. Occupying a canal-side brick building, this decidedly popular, neighborhood-casual restaurant is part of a local dynasty. The enterprise appeals to upscale families and maintains a solid menu that capitalizes on premium ingredients. Organic chicken is a specialty, and mouthwatering Dixie pan-fried chicken and roasted chicken with spaetzle showcase it beautifully. Other attractions include tuna tartar with guacamole, Chelsea's short ribs, and the Howie burger, with gruyere and caramelized onions. Ask for a table on the patio for the best vantage point.
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El Bravo
8338 N 7th St, Phoenix, AZ 85020 · 602-943-9753
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DOWNTOWN PHOENIX. Although the decor may leave something to be desired, that small concern is usually left behind once patrons taste the restaurant's terrific Sonoran cuisine. Menu options include burritos, enchiladas, red beef popovers, and tacos. Save room for a chocolate chimichanga for dessert.
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DOWNTOWN PHOENIX. If you show up on a weekend, be prepared to wait for a table at this extremely popular place. The restaurant has a reputation for serving intensely flavorful offerings, and the Santa Fe-style Mexican cuisine is like nothing you've ever had before. If you don't favor spicy dishes, this is not the place for you – they don't even offer a mild salsa. Tangy guacamole, huge margaritas, chile-spiked ribs, and hefty portions also prove eminently satisfying.
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Richardson's
1582 E Bethany Home Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85014-2434 · 602-265-5886
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DOWNTOWN PHOENIX. Sometimes you need to add a little spice to your life, and this is the place to do just that. Featuring the flavors of New Mexico, Richardson's satisfies hungry mouths until late into the evening. Chiles rellenos, quesadillas and wood-fired pizzas make up the traditional fare, and grilled pork chops (stuffed with spicy chorizo), chimayo chicken (stuffed with spinach, dried tomatoes, poblano chilies, and asiago cheese) are other local favorites. Perhaps the signature dish for weekend brunch is eggs Benedict with jalapeno hollandaise.
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Sam's Café
2566 E Camelback Rd, Biltmore Fashion Park, Phoenix, AZ 85016-9226 · 602-954-7100
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DOWNTOWN PHOENIX. Offering a well-rounded menu of Southwestern fare, Sam's is a great introduction to the region for non-natives. Chicken-fried tuna, Sedona spring rolls, chicken pasta cooked with tequila, and steaks are all items provided on the extensive menu. Diners may choose to enjoy their meals in the authentic decor of the dining room or outside on the refreshing patio.
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DOWNTOWN PHOENIX. A popular haunt for locals, this quaint establishment keeps mouths mesmerized with tasty Mexican seafood. Veracruz-style filleted snapper (with olives, onions, tomatoes, and peppers), an octopus cocktail, and culichi-style pescado (oven-baked fish with a tangy green sauce) are among the menu options. Many patrons agree that the decor leaves much to be desired, but the food is so delicious that the surroundings disappear in comparison.
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Texaz Grill
6003 N 16th St, Phoenix, AZ 85016-1801 · 602-248-7827
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NORTH PHOENIX. Don your boots and cowboy hat, and you'll fit in just fine at Texaz Grill. Music from the jukebox adds energy to the place, Texas-themed artifacts adorn the walls, and aromas of chicken fried steak make your mouth water. T-bone steaks, catfish, and chili also populate the menu. The inviting ambience and satisfying food come together beautifully for an experience rooted in good times. Just be sure to save room for pecan pie – it could subdue the largest sweet tooth in all of Arizona!
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The Farm Kitchen
6106 S 32nd St, Farm at South Mountain, Phoenix, AZ 85042 · 602-276-6360
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DOWNTOWN PHOENIX. Escape the city and head out to the quaint farm cottage that houses this restaurant. You'll dine at picnic tables shaded by pecan trees, appreciating the freshness of dishes prepared from home-grown ingredients. Crisp salads, homemade soups, and a wide variety of sandwiches appease any appetite. Just make sure to save room for the muffins and scones, baked fresh each day. Somehow they just taste better outdoors.
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