Chelsea's Kitchen offers a break from the many burger, Tex-Mex, and typical American food places that sometimes describe Phoenix's dining culture. Innovations using new ingredients and flavors create specials, such as the Del Mar Salad, Fillet Mignon or the Grilled Swordfish Tacos. The wine list here complements the food as well as the seasons, with the selection focusing on wineries around the state. Enhancing the stylish diner's beauty is the tasteful decor and charming patio with palo-verde trees where, on weekends, one can enjoy drinking bottomless mimosas during brunch hours.
Bobby Q
Voted one of the best BBQ joints in the entire United States, anyone looking for a taste of the south should head right over to Bobby Q's. The comfortable interior is full of cushy booths, exposed brick and weathered wood, evoking almost a roadside pit BBQ feel. Diners can indulge on platters of St. Louis or Texas style ribs, smoked beef brisket, pulled pork and smoked sausage. And of course don't forget the sides like mac 'n cheese, mashed potatoes and cole slaw. If a big platter of meat just isn't your thing, don't worry because Bobby Q's also serves all kinds of hot sandwiches, salads, steaks, fish and more.
Breakfast is the most important meal of the day, and there's nowhere better in the Phoenix Metro area to enjoy that meal than the Original Breakfast House. This diner has a bit of a retro feel, but the food can hold up in any decade. Fuel up for your day with omelettes, raspberry chocolate chip pancakes, chilaquiles and so many more choices. If it's a bit too late for breakfast, OBH also serves a lunch menu with items like burgers, sandwiches, tacos and salads. And for the young ones, there's a kid's menu so they can get their perfectly sized portion.
Little Miss BBQ is built around providing our idea of amazing central Texas style barbecue and to be the best part of your day. We use labor intensive techniques using Arizona white oak, pecan, pistachio and mesquite firewood in smokers that we designed using all of our knowledge about what it takes to create amazing barbecue. We use prime beef sourced from a single rancher who we believe creates the best tasting beef in the US. We then use our technique, simple seasoning and clean burning smokers to try and highlight the amazing beef, pork and turkey to highlight the quality without it getting lost in sauce and crazy flavors. The barbecue is served meat market style which is deli style where you can order as much or as little as you like or for simplicity we offer plates and sandwiches. Our line and service moves a little slower this way but we believe you deserve to see the meat being sliced in front of you by people that want you to get the very best. We love doing what we do and it's a crazy passion that we have to put out our best. We hope you love it as much as we do!
Steak 44
If a big cut of meat and a trendy atmosphere are what you're looking for, head right over to Steak 44. The chic, black and white decor with cushy leather padded chairs sets the tone for what is sure to be a fabulous evening. As the name implies, steak is the most popular item at this restaurant, but even that has several options, including filet mignon, NY strip, ribeye, and all the classic cuts. But in addition to the steaks, the excellent menu also includes steakhouse favorites like veal chops, rack of lamb, and a delectable selection of sides. There is also an impressive wine selection that you might notice on display in cases throughout the restaurant.
This friendly neighborhood hangout feels like it's been around for much longer than it has. Probably because of the old black-and-white photos of Phoenix that cover the walls or the ease with which the patrons settle in for a casual meal or a drink at the bar. Whatever the reason, you will feel comfortable and welcome here. The menu features large portions of all-American mains with Southwestern twists. Pizzas and light bites perfectly complement a glass of wine, beer or cocktail from the bar.
Cibo
Cibo (food in Italian) serves freshly baked hand-tossed pizzas with toppings of mozzarella, basil, garlic, smoked salmon, zucchini and more. The best in organic produce is imported so that you can taste the authentic Italian flavor. Choose a more complex preparation such as the Bresaola; a type of salad or the Pear Salad for those health conscious moments. Mini crepes with whipped cream topped with berries and Nutella make for a lovely dessert.
A no non-sense pizzeria located north of the city center, The Pizza Parlor ranks high among the city's best pizza places. The interiors with wooden-beamed ceilings and ambient lighting give a comfortable vibe to the place. The menu offers not just pizzas, but a whole list of Italian specialties. There are twelve delectable varieties of pizzas including the classics like margherita and funghi. Try one of their inventive creations like the Forager or the Calabrian. Accompanying the stellar pizzas is a choice of drinks including cocktails and wines. The garden-side patio is a charming place to enjoy your meal. Check website for more.
