{"id":2169,"date":"2016-05-25T14:47:16","date_gmt":"2016-05-25T21:47:16","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/bestof\/?p=2169"},"modified":"2016-05-25T14:47:16","modified_gmt":"2016-05-25T21:47:16","slug":"best-valley-issue-2016-food-restaurants","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/bestof\/food\/best-valley-issue-2016-food-restaurants","title":{"rendered":"Best Of Our Valley Issue 2016: Food & Restaurants"},"content":{"rendered":"

By Melissa Larsen<\/em><\/p>\n

Sunshine and good food\u2014two things the Valley is certainly in no shortage of. Dig into\u00a0these top picks for local finger-lickin\u2019- good favorites.<\/p>\n

Best Acai Bowl and Best Juice Bar:\u00a0Kaleidoscope Juice<\/strong><\/p>\n

Kaleidoscope Juice makes eating healthy oh-so appealing. At its five Valley locations, customers\u00a0can choose from more than 20 grab-and- go cold-pressed juices. For a power breakfast, the 16-\u00a0ounce a\u00e7ai bowl is a delectable blend of acai, fresh bananas and raspberries, almond butter,\u00a0Brazil nuts, maca, coconut oil, cinnamon, liquid vitamins, hemp seeds and coconut water. To top\u00a0it off is, hemp granola, shaved coconut and a house-made dragonfruit drizzle.\u00a0kaleidoscopejuice.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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Best Asian Cuisine and Best Sushi:\u00a0Blue Wasabi Sushi & Martini Bar<\/strong><\/p>\n

With both traditional and creative new-style sushi rolls and sashimi on its menu, Blue Wasabi\u00a0Sushi & Martini Bar at SanTan Village pleases sushi lovers of all preferences. Diners come back\u00a0again and again for the selection of 20-plus martinis, a cool, cutting-edge atmosphere and the\u00a0restaurant\u2019s playful take on Asian fare (the rolls have names like Tail-er Swift and Wango\u00a0Mango). Among the small plates menu are crispy spicy tuna and spicy rockin\u2019 shrimp tempura.\u00a0bluewasabisushi.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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Best Baked Goods or Sweets and Best Cupcake:\u00a0Classic Cakes and Confections<\/strong><\/p>\n

Classic Cakes and Confections is in the business of making edible masterpieces. In their Phoenix\u00a0bakery, Ella and Neil Levinson\u00a0create gorgeous, mouthwatering cakes that have graced some of\u00a0the Valley\u2019s most luxurious weddings and events. Classic Cakes even has a too-cute retail spot in\u00a0Old Town that dishes up red velvet Twinkies, pies, cookies, iced teas, coffee, Italian sodas and\u00a0pastries and more for a quick treat. Also a 2015 Winner!<\/em> classiccakesandconfections.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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Best Barbecue:\u00a0Hammered Hog BBQ Hall & Saloon<\/strong><\/p>\n

Located in Phoenix, local barbecue fiends hightail it to Hammered Hog BBQ Hall & Saloon for\u00a0the likes of brisket, pork tenderloin, ribs, catfish, cowboy beans, peach cobbler and much more.\u00a0The restaurant also hosts weekly specials (think Tuesday Kids\u2019 Night and Free Breakfast\u00a0Weekends).\u00a0Also a 2015 Winner!<\/em> hammeredhog.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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Best Breakfast:\u00a0Corner Bakery Cafe<\/strong><\/p>\n

With it latest locations in Tempe, North Scottsdale and at the Camelback Colonnade, diners head\u00a0to Corner Bakery Cafe for their a.m. eats\u2014whether they are seeking something healthy or\u00a0hearty. Dig into scramblers, pancakes, paninis, flats (sandwiches created with flatbread), oatmeal\u00a0or parfaits. To top off your morning meal, order up a truffle mocha or caramel latte\u2014for\u00a0something sweet\u2014or a hot cup of hand-roasted coffee. cornerbakerycafe.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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Best Burger:\u00a0RnR Gastropub<\/strong><\/p>\n

Located in the heart of Old Town, RnR Gastropub provides the only two-story dining patio\u00a0overlooking Scottsdale Road. RnR specializes in modern twists on classic comfort foods,\u00a0including its menu of mouthwatering burgers. Try the bacon Brussels burger with fried Brussels\u00a0sprouts and raspberry demi-glace or the Southwest burger topped with green chilies and\u00a0guacamole. rnrscottsdale.com.<\/a><\/p>\n

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Best Business Lunch Spot and Best Sunday Brunch:\u00a0The Gladly<\/strong><\/p>\n

A must during springtime in the Valley is a patio brunch at The Gladly in Phoenix (though the\u00a0interior is also mighty handsome). Dig into grits and eggs, Noble Bread French toast, corned beef\u00a0and beet hash and much more. During a power lunch, try the original chopped salad, one of the\u00a0most popular salads in the Valley. Thirsty? Check out the new seasonal cocktail menu.\u00a0thegladly.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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AFM FAVE: Best Sunday Brunch:\u00a0El Chorro<\/strong><\/p>\n

It is no secret that El Chorro is one of the top patios in the Valley and that their complimentary\u00a0sticky buns are the bee\u2019s knees. But El Chorro is also a weekend favorite as it dishes up a brunch\u00a0that spotlights such scrumptiousness as steak and eggs, green chile pork stew, applewood-\u00a0smoked salmon, giant shrimp cocktail, eggs benedict and a kids\u2019 menu for the littlest diners.\u00a0elchorro.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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AFM FAVE: Best Business Lunch Spot:\u00a0The Henry<\/strong><\/p>\n

In an open, casual dining area with industrial and casual touches, The Henry offers a menu of\u00a0salads, sandwiches and hearty entrees to enjoy during a business lunch. Before heading back to\u00a0the office, grab a salted caramel roll and a cup of The Wildflower at the coffee bar (vanilla,\u00a0espresso, steamed milk and a splash of chai) to get you through the 3 p.m. slump.\u00a0foxrc.com\/restaurants\/the-henry<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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Best Comfort Food:\u00a0Chelsea’s Kitchen and Lo-Lo’s Chicken & Waffles (tie)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Chelsea’s Kitchen in Arcadia was envisioned as an Arizona roadhouse serving food that pays\u00a0tribute to the heritage and history of the area. The menu\u2014including a green chile burger, Dixie\u00a0pan-fried chicken and paella, which was just added to the menu\u2014features food that is clean,\u00a0simple and follows this ideology. Also a 2015 Winner!<\/em><\/p>\n

With five Valley locations, you\u2019re never far from the fried\u00a0chicken goodness of Lo-Lo\u2019s Chicken & Waffles. Though Lo-Lo\u2019s is known for its chicken and\u00a0waffle plates, diners can also savor the decadent likes of red velvet pancakes, catfish beignets,\u00a0fried green tomatoes and much more. chelseaskitchenaz.com<\/a>; loloschickenandwaffles.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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Best Culinary Event:\u00a0Scottsdale Culinary Festival<\/strong><\/p>\n

The Scottsdale Culinary Festival activities typically span an entire week in mid-April. This year,\u00a0however, the Scottsdale League for the Arts added new events and scattered them throughout the\u00a0first part of the year. Coming up this month (April 16 and 17), Scottsdale Culinary Festival\u00a0returns to the Scottsdale Civic Center Mall with 40 local restaurants, 30 craft breweries, 20\u00a0bands, a teen cooking challenge, chef demos, family zone, wine garden and a vodka lounge.\u00a0scottsdalefest.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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Best Cup of Coffee, Best Health Food or Vegetarian Food and Best Health Food Store:\u00a0Luci’s Healthy Marketplace<\/strong><\/p>\n

Luci’s Healthy Marketplace has become a beloved neighborhood staple in Central Phoenix\u00a0thanks to its selection of divine coffee drinks and menu of healthy eats (including many options\u00a0for gluten-free or vegan guests). If you\u2019re in the market for wine and beer, ingredients for an at-\u00a0home meal like meats, seafood, dairy, cheeses, or house-hold must-haves, from baby and pet\u00a0care to quirky gifts, Luci\u2019s is a one-stop shop. lucishealthymarketplace.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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AFM FAVE: Best Cup of Coffee:\u00a0The Morning Joint (Mojo)<\/strong><\/p>\n

The Morning Joint (Mojo) at the clubhouse at Grayhawk Golf Club offers early-risers a host of\u00a0tasty coffee drinks\u2014hot and iced, espresso, drip, frapp\u00e9\u2014to perk up their day. Breakfast items,\u00a0like the popular Mojo Burrito, are also available as well as a variety of juices and smoothies.\u00a0Savor your selections on the cozy patio. grayhawkgolf.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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Best Date Spot and Best Outdoor Dining:\u00a0Talavera, Four Seasons Resort Scottsdale at Troon North<\/strong><\/p>\n

The breathtaking view. The decadent menu. The divine wine list. Talavera at Four Seasons\u00a0Resort Scottsdale at Troon North aims to impress, whether you\u2019re on a first date or celebrating\u00a0an anniversary. Request a seat outdoors for romantic city-light and mountain views, and order up\u00a0the likes of octopus, foie gras, venison loin and osso bucco on the fine-dining menu.\u00a0talaverarestaurant.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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AFM FAVE: Outdoor Dining:\u00a0Sassi<\/strong><\/p>\n

In an Old World Italian villa setting, guests at Scottsdale\u2019s Sassi enjoy authentic Italian eats\u00a0while taking in some of the most eye-popping panoramas in the Valley. Cozy up on the\u00a0patio\u2014because Sassi oozes romance\u2014and savor the sunset alongside house-made pastas and a\u00a0lovely wine list. sassi.biz<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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AFM FAVE: Best Date Spot:\u00a0elements, Sanctuary on Camelback Mountain<\/strong><\/p>\n

Celebrity chef Beau MacMillan\u00a0dishes up farm-fresh American Cuisine with Asian accents at the\u00a0super-sexy elements restaurant. Take in Valley views with a side of candied bacon, truffle mac\u00a0and cheese, miso-glazed salmon and swordfish. Post-meal, savor a few sips of the inventive, out-\u00a0of-this- world cocktails at jade bar. sanctuaryoncamelback.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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Best Dining with Live Music:\u00a0EVO and 5th and Wine (tie)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Scottsdale\u2019s EVO hosts live music on Sunday nights with local artists and DJ\u2019s, while guests\u00a0enjoy the friendly ambience with good company and great food. The restaurant just launched a\u00a0new concept, Sunday Night Brunch, with live acoustic music from local artists. Thursday\u00a0through Saturday, from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m., guests at 5th and Wine in Scottsdale can enjoy live\u00a0music in a cozy, welcoming atmosphere while dining on homemade meatballs, stuffed\u00a0mushrooms and more. evoscottsdale.com<\/a>; 5thandwine.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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Best Doughnut:\u00a0Fractured Prune<\/strong><\/p>\n

Don\u2019t expect to see a regular ole jelly doughnut on the shelves at Fractured Prune. This popular\u00a0shop with locations throughout the United States, including six in the Valley (with two coming to\u00a0Gilbert and Flagstaff shortly), impresses with finger-lickin\u2019- good specialty selections like\u00a0chocolate-covered cherry, peach pie, salted caramel and strawberry shortcake.\u00a0fracturedprune.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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Best Farmers\u2019 Market:\u00a0The Farm at South Mountain<\/strong><\/p>\n

Maya’s Farm on nearly seven acres at The Farm at South Mountain is a small, sustainable\u00a0operation which produces high-quality vegetables, herbs, flowers and eggs for local markets,\u00a0restaurants and schools. Farm products are available from several sources. It hosts a popular\u00a0farmers\u2019 market every Saturday and Sunday. thefarmatsouthmountain.com.<\/a><\/p>\n

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Best Fondue:\u00a0The Melting Pot<\/strong><\/p>\n

The Melting Pot is hands-down one of the Valley\u2019s favorite spots to ring in a special\u00a0occasion\u2014with skewer in hand. The restaurant offers a unique and interactive fondue dining\u00a0experience. Enjoy a variety of delicious cheese fondues, entr\u00e9es, salads and indulgent chocolate\u00a0fondue desserts, along with an extensive wine and drink menu. meltingpot.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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Best Food Photographer:\u00a0Debby Wolvos, DW Photography<\/strong><\/p>\n

Debby Wolvos says that her photography has\u00a0allowed\u00a0her to\u00a0capture\u00a0things that she most loves in\u00a0life: good\u00a0food, interesting people, stellar cocktails and travel.\u00a0When photographing food, her\u00a0goal is to see the dish as the chef does and especially enjoys the challenge of photographing\u00a0cocktails. After 25 years as a radio and TV news reporter, Wolvos returned to her photography\u00a0passion five years ago (she started as a photographer before reporting) and plans to travel the\u00a0globe this year on food culture assignments.dw-photography.net<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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Best Frozen Treat:\u00a0Gelato Dolce Vita<\/strong><\/p>\n

Gelato Dolce Vita opened in 2007 after owners Walter Bergamaschi and Marti Printy came to\u00a0the Valley directly from Italy to realize their dream of opening a gelateria. Some of the gourmet\u00a0flavors you might enjoy when visiting the Mesa shop include gorgonzola-walnut, chocolate-\u00a0habanero, cherimoya, plus grapefruit, orange and lemon made from fruits produced in the local\u00a0groves. Many other ingredients are imported from Italy. Also a 2015 Winner!<\/em> gelatodolcevita.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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Best Gluten-Free Menu and Best Fun Lunch Spot:\u00a0Venezia’s Pizzeria<\/strong><\/p>\n

A guest favorite at Venezia\u2019s Pizzeria is the gluten-free pizza, prepared in-house away from\u00a0known allergens and crowned with the guest\u2019s favorite toppings. For a quick, easy and, of\u00a0course, delish midday meal, Venezia\u2019s has Daily Slice Specials\u2014eight options for less than $8,\u00a0including drink. If you\u2019re stopping by the North Phoenix location, get the most out of your free\u00a0time by taking advantage of weekly beer and wine specials while playing cornhole on the patio.\u00a0venezias.com.<\/a><\/p>\n

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AFM Fave: Best Gluten-Free Menu:\u00a0Flower Child<\/strong><\/p>\n

At its three Valley locations, diners at Flower Child can enjoy good-for- you eats including plenty\u00a0of gluten-free goods: mac and cheese, wild mushroom pho, madras curry and Thai cashew\u00a0quinoa bowls and much more. iamaflowerchild.com.<\/a><\/p>\n

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AFM Fave: Best Fun Lunch Spot:\u00a0The Montauk<\/strong><\/p>\n

In The Montauk\u2019s cool, beachy atmosphere, grab a seat and linger a while over coconut-\u00a0lemongrass ceviche, tuna tartare guacamole and grilled kebabs. To drink, the Old Town eatery\u00a0has a big selection of specialty cocktails and, to really get the party started, punch bowls of\u00a0Pimm\u2019s Cup, mimosa punch and more. themontaukaz.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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Best Grocery Store:\u00a0AJ\u2019s Fine Foods<\/strong><\/p>\n

Whether for your usual weekly grocery shopping or if you\u2019re in the market for a special\u00a0occasion, AJ\u2019s Fine Foods is a one-stop shop for fresh produce, quality meats and seafood,\u00a0delicious baked goods, a stellar cheese selection and much more. You can even pop in from 11\u00a0a.m. to 2 p.m. for great ready-made lunch finds, like sandwiches, pizza and the popular salad bar.\u00a0ajsfinefoods.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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AFM Fave: Best Grocery Store:\u00a0Sprouts Farmers Market<\/strong><\/p>\n

Sprouts Farmers Market promotes \u201chealthy living for less\u201d with its top-notch selection of\u00a0produce bins, meat counter, dairy case and those super-popular bulk food containers chock-full\u00a0of nutritious eats like granola, dried fruit and trail mix\u2014and candy for your cheat days.\u00a0sprouts.com.<\/a><\/p>\n

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Best Hot Dogs:\u00a0Ted’s Hot Dogs<\/strong><\/p>\n

A favorite in New York, where it has close to 10 locations, Ted\u2019s Hot Dogs serves the top dogs\u00a0in the Valley from its Tempe restaurant. Its menu of hot dogs, sausages, burgers and chicken\u00a0sandwiches are cooked over real hardwood charcoal. Sides include hand-battered onion rings and\u00a0crisp golden French fries. Ted\u2019s also now has charcoal-broiled bacon to add to any sandwich as\u00a0well as gluten free rolls.\u00a0Also a 2015 Winner!<\/em> tedshotdogs.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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AFM Fave: Best Hot Dogs:\u00a0Portillo’s<\/strong><\/p>\n

Chicago transplants were thrilled when Portillo\u2019s opened locally in Scottsdale and Tempe in\u00a0recent years. The restaurant offers a slew of hot dog offerings, including chili cheese dogs,\u00a0jumbo dogs and char-grilled Maxwell Street\u2013style dogs. Top the meal off with cheese fries and a\u00a0malt. portillos.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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Best Italian:\u00a0Marcellino Ristorante<\/strong><\/p>\n

Originally from the Campania region of Italy, Chef Marcellino Verzino has a love for authentic\u00a0Italian cuisine running through his veins. He is passionate about crafting his cuisine of\u00a0delectable, handmade pastas, Mediterranean seafood and imported wild game. Chef\u2019s wife,\u00a0Sima, has returned to her love of music and is now performing with her trio two Thursday\u00a0evenings a month at the Scottsdale restaurant.\u00a0Also a 2015 Winner!<\/em> marcellinoristorante.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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Best Locally Owned Drive-Thru:\u00a0The Stand Burgers & Tacos<\/strong><\/p>\n

By dishing up fresh ground beef, local veggies when available, antibiotic- and hormone-free\u00a0chicken and hand-spun milkshakes crafted with real ice cream, The Stand in Phoenix has become\u00a0a favorite drive-thru destination for juicy burgers, tacos and tempting sides that have been made\u00a0from scratch. thestandbnt.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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Best Macaron:\u00a0Paris Rendez Vous<\/strong><\/p>\n

Formerly named Paris Gourmet, Paris Rendez Vous opened in 2014 at Desert Ridge\u00a0Marketplace. Though the shop\u2019s specialty is beautiful macarons, in flavors like green tea,\u00a0blueberry-lavender and orange blossom, it also has a great selection of French pastries and\u00a0chocolates, Italian gelato from Gelato Dolce Vita in Mesa (a Best of Our Valley winner), coffee\u00a0drinks and savory lunch items. paris-rendezvous.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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Best Mexican Food and Best Taco:\u00a0Barrio Queen<\/strong><\/p>\n

With a focus on authentic Mexican dishes, Barrio Queen\u2014which has outposts in Gilbert and Old\u00a0Town, both with fab patio seating\u2014has a large selection of made-to- order tacos, hearty burritos,\u00a0tortas and enchiladas and must-try Sonoran dogs. To wash it down, choose from a list of 300-\u00a0plus tequila options.\u00a0Also a 2015 Winner!<\/em> barrioqueen.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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AFM Fave: Best Mexican Food:\u00a0Jalape\u00f1o Inferno<\/strong><\/p>\n

Get fired up by heading to one of Jalapeno Inferno\u2019s two Scottsdale locations. To start, put a fork\u00a0in the popular green corn tamales before moving onto Mexican street tacos, the restaurant\u2019s\u00a0famous fundido and, for dessert, a decadent burnt sugar caramel flan. jalapenoinferno.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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Best New Restaurant:\u00a0The Upton<\/strong><\/p>\n

Scottsdale\u2019s The Upton specializes in American cuisine and craft cocktails\u2014with a playful\u00a0approach. On the second Sunday of each month, The Upton welcomes a guest chef for a special\u00a0Sunday Service family-style meal. On Saturdays, the restaurant just unveiled a new farmers\u2019\u00a0market brunch that focuses on what\u2019s available and fresh at the local market. theuptonaz.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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Best Pet-Friendly Restaurant:\u00a0Randy’s Restaurant<\/strong><\/p>\n

A classic diner in Scottsdale, Randy\u2019s Restaurant dishes up a miles-long list of breakfast, lunch\u00a0and dinner options in a casual atmosphere. The longtime favorite is known for its fast, friendly\u00a0service\u2014and the fact that it doesn\u2019t accept credit cards, so be sure to have cash or checks\u00a0available or be prepared to visit the on-site ATM. randysrestaurantaz.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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Best Place to Watch the Big Game:\u00a0Half Moon Windy City Sports Grill<\/strong><\/p>\n

During the spring months, Half Moon Windy City Sports Grill is the best place in town to watch\u00a0NHL playoffs hockey\u2014especially if you\u2019re a Blackhawks fan. The restaurant is also home to the\u00a0Arizona Rattlers fans, who can catch all the action come summer. For sports-watching fuel, the\u00a0restaurant features more Chicago-based food items than any other restaurant in the Valley,\u00a0like\u00a0real Vienna beef Chicago dogs, Italian beef sandwiches on hoagies from Alpha Baking Company\u00a0and Eli\u2019s Cheesecake. halfmoonsportsgrill.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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AFM FAVE: Best Place to Watch the Big Game:\u00a0Wasted Grain<\/strong><\/p>\n

Home of the Scottsdale Seahawkers Booster Club, Wasted Grain is a two-level indoor-outdoor\u00a0experience with more than 20 high-definition televisions for top-tier sports-watching. For game-\u00a0day grub that won\u2019t break the bank, happy hour is Wednesday through Sunday, 3 to 8 p.m., with\u00a0specials including $5 small plates (hello chicken tacos and pretzel sticks), house wine, draughts\u00a0and wells. wastedgrain.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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Best Private Dining:\u00a0Christopher’s + Crush Lounge<\/strong><\/p>\n

Christopher’s + Crush Lounge at Biltmore Fashion Park offers an elevated private dining\u00a0experience with space for 25 to 75 guests with presentation options available for corporate\u00a0meetings, award banquets and more. For an interactive group dining experience, up to 10 guests\u00a0are invited to the Chef\u2019s Table for a one-on- one encounter with Chef Christopher Gross.\u00a0christophersaz.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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Best Resort Restaurant:\u00a0Kai at Sheraton Wild Horse Pass Resort & Spa<\/strong><\/p>\n

Kai at Sheraton Wild Horse Pass Resort &amp; Spa is Arizona\u2019s only Forbes Five-Star and AAA\u00a0Five-Diamond awarded restaurant. For 13 years, Kai have been elevating Native American-\u00a0inspired cuisine, always pushing the envelope on creative culinary concepts in a sophisticated\u00a0dining experience. To truly dig in to all that Kai has to offer, settle in for the decadent 13-course\u00a0Journey tasting menu. wildhorsepassresort.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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AFM FAVE: Best Resort Restaurant:\u00a0T. Cook’s at Royal Palms Resort and Spa, A Destination Hotel<\/strong><\/p>\n

When Chef Todd Allison joined the team at T. Cook\u2019s in the fall as executive chef, he began by\u00a0reinvigorating the restaurant\u2019s Northern Mediterranean roots with cuisine that celebrates the\u00a0regions of Spain, Northern Italy and Provence. In addition to standout dishes like Durham Ranch\u00a0wild boar chop and braised pork cheek and pan-roasted John Dory, T. Cook\u2019s recently\u00a0introduced a Sunday Market Brunch. royalpalmshotel.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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Best Restaurant to Get the Most Bang for Your Buck:\u00a0Oregano\u2019s Pizza Bistro<\/strong><\/p>\n

If you have a hankering for pizza, pasta, salad and more, Oregano\u2019s Pizza Bistro is never too far\u00a0away. The family-friendly restaurant has 14 locations throughout the Valley, with more to come\u00a0in 2016. Oregano\u2019s is known for its large, shareable portions that come at a wallet-friendly price\u00a0tag. For dessert, diners never miss The Original Pizza Cookie, with a new flavor just added to the\u00a0menu: Salted Caramel Chocolate Chunk.\u00a0Also a 2015 Winner!<\/em> oreganos.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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Best Seafood:\u00a0Ocean Prime<\/strong><\/p>\n

The seafood at Ocean Prime is selected daily for freshness, and the menu features wild and\u00a0naturally harvested fish recommended by the Monterey Bay Aquarium’s Seafood Watch. On the\u00a0menu, choose from 10 composed seafood dishes, six sushi offerings and a customizable raw\u00a0bar\u2014not to mention Ocean Prime\u2019s delish made-daily lobster bisque. On Sundays, the High\u00a0Street dining destinations offers a Surf & Turf menu featuring an eight-ounce filet and your\u00a0choice of \u201csurf,\u201d accompanied by soup or salad and a side for $55 per person. ocean-prime.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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Best Sky Harbor Airport Dining:\u00a0Press Coffee Food & Wine<\/strong><\/p>\n

Press Coffee Food and Wine opened in 2012 at Sky Harbor Airport in Terminal 4, near Gates B9\u00a0of\u00a0the\u00a0American Airlines gates.\u00a0The popular coffee bar offer travelers a healthy alternative to\u00a0traditional airport fare, thanks to low-carb and gluten-free dishes.\u00a0The fresh bakery items\u00a0are\u00a0delivered every morning and are served alongside gourmet coffee drinks. For something\u00a0stronger, Press is also known for its wine and imported and domestic beer options.\u00a0presscoffee.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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AFM FAVE: Best Sky Harbor Airport Dining:\u00a0Blanco Tacos + Tequila<\/strong><\/p>\n

Located at Terminal 4 at Sky Harbor Airport, busy travelers stop by Blanco Tacos + Tequila for\u00a0tasty tacos and burritos, crowd-pleasing cheese crisps and a tasty margarita to calm any pre-flight\u00a0jitters. Breakfast and late-night menus are also available for those catching\u2014or departing\u00a0from\u2014the red eye. foxrc.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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Best Slice:\u00a0Spinato\u2019s<\/strong><\/p>\n

Family-owned Spinato\u2019s is a longtime Valley favorite, opening its doors in 1974. Its list of\u00a0delectable \u2018za recently welcomed a newcomer: Salsiccia Di Pollo with chicken sausage, light\u00a0spinach, roasted red pepper, red onions, fresh garlic, pecorino romano, light mozzarella, fontina\u00a0and an extra virgin olive oil base. Though Spinato\u2019s is synonymous with pizza, one of their most\u00a0famous items is the spaghetti calzone. spinatospizzeria.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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AFM FAVE: Best Slice:\u00a0Pomo Pizzeria<\/strong><\/p>\n

The centerpiece of each Pomo Pizzeria restaurant is a glorious hand-built, wood-burning oven\u00a0whose bricks are bonded together with volcanic sands from southern Italy. In the oven, Pomo\u2019s\u00a0Neapolitan-style pizzas are cooked quickly and to perfection at 905 degrees. There are locations\u00a0in Scottsdale, Phoenix, Glendale and Gilbert. pomopizzeria.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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Best Spa Cuisine:\u00a0Joya Terrace, Joya Spa at Omni\u00a0Scottsdale Resort & Spa at\u00a0Montelucia<\/strong><\/p>\n

From refreshing cocktails and Champagnes to energizing light bites (including shrimp gazpacho\u00a0adorably served in an avocado bowl), Joya Terrace dishes up sustenance\u2014and\u00a0scrumptiousness\u2014to spa-goers. This space offers breathtaking views of Camelback Mountain\u00a0exclusively to spa guests from its beautiful rooftop, to boot. The Joya Terrace menu is available\u00a011 a.m. to 5 p.m. omnihotels.com\/scottsdale<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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Best Steakhouse:\u00a0Shula’s Steak House<\/strong><\/p>\n

For true steak lovers only, Shula\u2019s Steak House is home to the infamous 48-ounce porterhouse.\u00a0Those who finish it join Shula\u2019s 48-ounce club, which currently has more than 30,000 members.\u00a0For a more figure-friendly portion, the steakhouse dishes up mouthwatering filet mignon, New\u00a0York strip, ribeye and more, alongside Shula\u2019s signature sauces. The extensive wine list and\u00a0always-rotating cocktail program are also fan favorites. donshula.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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AFM FAVE: Best Steakhouse:\u00a0Steak 44<\/strong><\/p>\n

A favorite Valley date-night destination, Steak 44 in Phoenix dishes up a sexy, glam atmosphere\u00a0alongside a menu of prime steaks and chops, fresh fish, 20 mouthwatering side dish options and\u00a0more. For dessert, share the red velvet bread pudding or grilled banana split to finish your feast\u00a0on a high note. steak44.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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Best Tea Spot:\u00a0The Phoenician<\/strong><\/p>\n

Full tea at The Phoenician means three courses that feature delicate finger sandwiches, scones\u00a0with lemon curd, Devonshire cream and fruit preserves, and a variety of tempting pastries\u00a0alongside a selection of premier teas. To top off the upscale experience, Afternoon Tea is\u00a0accompanied by live piano standards. Be sure to make a reservation for Breast Cancer\u00a0Awareness Month (October), when pastel linens and menus printed in pink accessorize the tea\u00a0setting and specialty desserts and a sparkling Brut Ros\u00e9 served.\u00a0 At this time, a portion of the\u00a0proceeds are donated to the Susan G. Komen Foundation of Central and Northern\u00a0Arizona.\u00a0thephoenician.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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Best Teppanyaki:\u00a0Sapporo<\/strong><\/p>\n

Who doesn\u2019t love dinner and a show? At Scottsdale\u2019s Sapporo, you can get both in one setting.\u00a0Before your eyes, the teppanyaki chef whips the likes of wagyu beef, filet mignon, shrimp and\u00a0calamari steaks with a result that is as entertaining as it is delicious. If you\u2019re celebrating a\u00a0special occasion, consider reserving a spot for one of Sapporo\u2019s decadent Feasts.\u00a0sapporoscottsdale.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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Best Valley Food Truck:\u00a0Saffron JAK<\/strong><\/p>\n

By using a Persian sourdough flatbread called Sangak in lieu of traditional pizza dough on their\u00a0menu, Saffron JAK impresses the masses with its stonebread pizzas, and their smokey flavor,\u00a0and has been since the fall of 2013. This year, the team announced the opening of Sangak Bread\u00a0Bakery using a\u00a0unique oven which is one of only 20 in the\u00a0U.S. The bakery items will be\u00a0available at Phoenix Public Farmers Market\u00a0this fall. saffronjak.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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AFM FAVE: Best Valley Food Truck:\u00a0Waffle Love AZ<\/strong><\/p>\n

Waffle Love AZ dishes out liege waffles made with high-quality ingredients and crowned with a\u00a0slew of toppings and house-made whipped cream. Most items on the menu are locally sourced\u00a0(with the exception of pearl sugar imported from Belgium), and menu staples include The Red\u00a0Wonder, topped with biscoff spread, fresh raspberries and strawberries and whipped cream and\u00a0The Nutella Love, featuring the popular chocolate-hazelnut spread. A few months ago, Waffle\u00a0Love AZ opened its first Arizona storefront in Gilbert where customers can savor the new grilled\u00a0cheese waffle with tomato-basil bisque. waffluv.com\/az<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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Best View:\u00a0Different Pointe of View at Pointe Hilton Tapatio Cliffs Resort<\/strong><\/p>\n

For more than 30 years, diners have trekked to the mountaintop restaurant of Different Pointe of\u00a0View to feast their eyes on the beautiful desert landscape and twinkling city lights below.\u00a0Request a spot outdoors for a front-row seat, though every seat in the house proffers incredible\u00a0panoramas. On the menu, order up pork belly, port-braised short ribs, seared Scottish steelhead\u00a0and much more. tapatiocliffshilton.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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Favorite Local Food Blog or Website:\u00a0Write on Rubee<\/strong><\/p>\n

After time as a food and beverage writer for Arizona Wine Lifestyle for seven years, Christina\u00a0Barrueta wanted her own outlet to showcase the state\u2019s culinary and beverage talent. Thus, Write\u00a0on Rubee was launched. Readers come by time and time again for interviews with chefs,\u00a0sommeliers, winemakers, bartenders and independent business owners, coverage of events,\u00a0recipes, restaurant reviews, travel recommendations and gardening tips (Barrueta is an avid\u00a0gardener). writeonrubee.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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Most Amazing Restaurant Interior:\u00a0Quiessence at The Farm at South Mountain<\/strong><\/p>\n

As memorable and unique as its ever-changing farm-to- table menu is Quiessence at The Farm at\u00a0South Mountain\u2019s gorgeous, rustic setting. Tucked away in the back of the 10-acre pecan grove\u00a0surrounded by towering trees, Quiessence is an old house brimming with charm with a squeaky\u00a0wood floor and a sprinkling of twinkle lights. thefarmatsouthmountain.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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AFM FAVE: Most Amazing Restaurant Interior:\u00a0J&G Steakhouse<\/strong><\/p>\n

J&G Steakhouse at The Phoenician somehow marries masculine good looks with bits of glitz and\u00a0glamour in its beautiful dining space. The restaurant is draped in a rich palate of purple and gold\u00a0with a modern flair. If they can avert their eyes long enough from the lovely interiors, diners will\u00a0enjoy dramatic sunsets and views of the Valley as well. jgsteakhousescottsdale.com.<\/a><\/p>\n

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Old Favorite:\u00a0Durant\u2019s<\/strong><\/p>\n

Serving the Valley for more than 65 years, Durant\u2019s in Phoenix is a beloved neighborhood staple\u00a0dishing up classic steakhouse eats (think crab cakes, jumbo shrimp, filet mignon and liver\u00a0specials). When visiting, be sure to enter through the back doorway. durantsaz.com<\/a>. CLOSE CALL: Tomaso\u2019s Italian Restaurant lagged Durant\u2019s by a mere four votes.<\/p>\n

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Spiciest Dining:\u00a0Los Dos Molinos<\/strong><\/p>\n

The two Phoenix locations of Los Dos Molinos serve authentic New Mexican fare\u2014with a kick.\u00a0A longtime favorite for locals who like a little heat with their meal, Los Dos Molinos designates\u00a0their spiciest dishes\u2014including adovada ribs and shrimp Veracruz\u2014with a picture of a red hot\u00a0chili pepper to warn the heat-opposed. losdosmolinosphoenix.com<\/a><\/p>\n

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Buy your copy of Arizona Foothills Magazine Best of Our Valley 2016 Collectors Edition issue<\/b> here<\/b><\/a> or get the digital version<\/b> here<\/b><\/a>.
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