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Texas Italian Favorite La Riv Fires Up Its First Arizona Outpost in Scottsdale

A Central Texas Italian restaurant known for its oak-fired pizzas and steaks is crossing state lines for the first time, with plans to open a third location in Scottsdale, Arizona. The expansion marks La Riv's first restaurant outside of Texas, where it currently has two locations. From Temple to Scottsdale.

Scottsdale, AZ · 1d
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From Scottsdale kitchen to Target shelves: Midi Bites expands nationwide

Majo Mansour was selling goods at a farmers market when she saw mothers scrutinizing the ingredients in baby food, then snacking on whatever was convenient. That disconnect inspired Mansour to create what she couldn’t find: a tasty plant-based snack — Midi Bites. Now, that idea is reaching a...

Scottsdale, AZ · 3d
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LON’s at The Hermosa Welcomes Patio Season

Patio dining season is underway, and there is no better place in the Valley to ring in this chapter of alfresco dinners surrounded by twinkle lights than at LON’s at The Hermosa in Paradise Valley. The post LON’s at The Hermosa Welcomes Patio Season appeared first on Fabulous Arizona .

Paradise Valley, AZ · 1d

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Wine Time: 14 wonderful ways to sip this season

Thanksgiving may be all about the turkey and trimmings, but there is plenty of room at the table for a great glass of wine. From festive bubbles and bold reds to bottles worthy of gifting, gathering or simply giving thanks, these wines offer 14 delicious reasons to raise a glass this fall.

Scottsdale, AZ · 2d
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RARE Steak Championship Brings 34 Culinary Participants to Scottsdale This Thursday

Unlimited steak tastings, signature cocktails and a little friendly competition? The RARE Steak Championship is making its Phoenix-area debut November 12, and some familiar Valley restaurants are ready to bring the heat. Some people have a favorite steakhouse. Others would prefer to sample their way through a few dozen contenders...

Scottsdale, AZ · 21h

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OpenTable Reveals the Top 100 Restaurants in America for 2026

The next great meal could be across the country, or just around the corner. Today, OpenTable, a global leader in restaurant tech, unveils its Top 100 Restaurants in America for 20261, celebrating the restaurants diners sought out and loved this year. Spanning 21 states and Washington, D.C., the list offers...

Scottsdale, AZ · 1d

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Phoenix-area eateries cited for raw steak above lettuce, no soap at hand-wash sink

PHOENIX (AZFamily) — Every week, Arizona’s Family looks up restaurants recently inspected by Maricopa County’s Environmental Services Department. Restaurants with some of the highest numbers of “risk factors,” considered major health code violations by inspectors, are selected for our Dirty Dining Report. For more details on the restaurant inspection scoring system, visit Maricopa County’s website.

Phoenix, AZ · 5d

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7 Phoenix Restaurants Worth Getting a Babysitter For

Looking for the best date night restaurants in Phoenix? Whether you’re planning an anniversary dinner, celebrating a special occasion, or simply craving a night out without the kids, some of the city’s most memorable dining experiences are right in our backyard. From romantic restaurants in Arcadia to upscale...

Phoenix, AZ · 3d

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Mom Cooks, Dad Shouts Opa, And The Sons Serve Spanakopita At This Family-Run Arizona Taverna

Plates have hit the floor here after the staff sang happy birthday to a guest. Then came the shout of Opa, and dinner kept right on going. This family-run Greek spot in Arizona works like a home kitchen with a dining room attached. Dad runs the floor and keeps everyone entertained.

Arizona · 3d

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These Phoenix Indian restaurants were named among best in US

Yelp recently published its list of Top 100 Indian restaurants in the U.S. and two Phoenix restaurants made the cut. The list compiled all-time reviews for businesses listed in the Indian restaurant category, then ranked those spots based on number and rating of reviews. No state had more than 10 restaurants featured to ensure geographic diversity. Maya's Kitchen in Phoenix was No. 50 on Yelp's list. It was also one of our essential restaurants for 2026. Maya's Kitchen has 4.9 stars on Yelp and serves Indian classics like butter chicken, vegetable biryani and garlic naan. City of Spice in Phoenix was No. 91 on Yelp's list. The restaurant has 4.6 stars on Yelp and serves spicy Halal Indian cuisine, such as chicken biryani, palak paneer, samosas and dosas. How to visit Maya's Kitchen Maya's Kitchen is open from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Tuesday through Sunday; closed Monday. Details: 2948 E. Bell Road, Suite 102, Phoenix. 602-867-4904, mayaskitchenaz.com . How to visit City of Spice City of Spice is open from 11 a.m. to 8:45 p.m. Wednesday, Thursday and Sunday; 11 a.m. to 9:40 p.m. Friday and Saturday; 11 a.m. to 8:25 p.m. Monday; closed Tuesday. Details : 2945 E.

Phoenix, AZ · 3d

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We Ranked The Top 7 Pizza Places In Arizona And Here Is Who Made The Final Cut

One Arizona pizzeria piles pistachios on a white pie, and people happily line up for it. Another bakes its crust with sourdough in a wood-fired oven. A third sits in an old mining town and hands out blankets when the patio gets chilly. I love that pizza here comes in...

Arizona · 4d

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There's an under-the-radar Jamaican restaurant in central Phoenix

For nine months, central Phoenix has had a new Jamaican restaurant, although diners are just now catching on to its existence. Dig in: Earlier this week, Axios stopped by for a pre-election night meal at Champagne Cafe + Lounge , located in an unassuming storefront at 15th Avenue and Camelback Road. The latest: Champagne Cafe opened earlier this year, but business has been slow, owner Chris Martin tells Axios. That's too bad, because the food is pretty good. Martin is considering changing the name, although he says the recent addition of an "Authentic Jamaican Restaurant" banner out front has brought in more customers. "We still want to do some more stuff eventually, but the economy is kind of up and down," says Martin, who has been in Phoenix for 20 years. The jerk chicken plate ($16) at Champagne Cafe + Lounge. Photo: Zach Buchanan/Axios The vibe: I dropped in at 4pm and was greeted with reggae music and a mural of a leopard. I ordered the jerk chicken plate with rice and fried plantains, pictured above. It came out hot and fast . The chicken was juicy and had plenty of kick from the jerk sauce. I could have eaten

Phoenix, AZ · 4d

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9 Arizona Gluten-Free Kitchens Where The Tortillas, Pizza And Burgers Taste Like The Real Thing

A Tucson pizza shop gets its gluten-free crust from a separate gluten-free bakery across town. I love that kind of teamwork. It means somebody cared enough to hunt down the best dough instead of settling. That detail sent me down a rabbit hole across Arizona. I found a taco counter...

Arizona · 4d

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Seven Arizona Donut Shops Have Been Frying Before Dawn For Decades And Locals Line Up Anyway

Some of the best breakfasts in Arizona start while most of the state is still asleep. From Tucson to Yuma to the Valley, a handful of donut shops unlock their doors at 4 a.m., and a few never lock them at all. These are not trendy spots with fancy toppings...

Arizona · 4d

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Bird Drop! Paul Horton's Thanksgiving turkey fry tradition

Paul Horton's family "bird drop" turns Thanksgiving turkey frying into a tradition. A Scottsdale fire captain shares safety tips and his own oven bag method.

Scottsdale, AZ · 2d

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Hana Japanese Eatery closing after nearly 20 years in central Phoenix

A Japanese restaurant that has served customers in metro Phoenix for nearly 20 years is set to close soon, according to a recent announcement from the company. Hana Japanese Eatery, which serves sushi and other staples of the cuisine near Seventh and Missouri avenues, will soon go out of business.

Phoenix, AZ · 1d

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Outback Steakhouse closes stores across US, including these in Arizona

If you have an intense craving for the famous Bloomin' Onion from Outback Steakhouse, you might want to double check if your favorite location is still open. In October, 10 Outback Steakhouse locations in the U.S. closed. This comes after a previous round of shutdowns triggered by underperforming restaurants, according to Fast Company . Two of those now-shuttered locations were in Arizona. In even worse news, a major Outback franchisee that's operating 61 locations in five Western states has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy on Nov. 2, according to Delaware Online. So, did your local Outback location survive this round of cuts? Here's what we know. Which Outback Steakhouses in Arizona closed? According to Fast Company, two locations in Arizona have closed - one in Tucson and one in Mesa: Tucson : 4871 E. Grant Road. Mesa: 1860 E. McKellips Road. Music: When does Spotify Wrapped stop tracking for 2026? What we know Meredith G. White covers entertainment, art and culture for The Arizona Republic and azcentral.com . She writes the latest news about video games, television and best things to do in metro Phoenix. This article originally appeared on Arizona Republic: Outback Steakhouse closes stores across US, including these

Arizona · 5d

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Phoenix 24-hour diner cited by health inspectors

Jason Barry reports on Valley restaurants that saw the most risk factors identified by Maricopa County’s Environmental Services Department this week.

Phoenix, AZ · 5d

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Long Before Food Halls, These 6 Phoenix Lunch Counters Fed Downtown Workers For Under $12

Phoenix has plenty of shiny food halls now, but the city’s lunch break was built at counters, booths, and walk-up windows. Some of these spots go back to the 1920s, 1940s, and 1960s, and they still serve the kind of quick, filling meals that kept downtown workers going. You...

Phoenix, AZ · 4d

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Smashed Burgers & Cocktails Set to Take Over Former LaCo Spot in Scottsdale

A new restaurant called Smashed Burgers & Cocktails is preparing to open at 14601 N. Scottsdale Road, Suite 110, taking over a space that until recently served smashburgers under a different name. A soft opening is expected in late November, with a bigger celebration to follow just days later. According...

Scottsdale, AZ · 5d