Phoenix's 10 Best Neighborhoods for Food, Ranked

10. Ahwatukee

Ahwatukee is a bit out of the way , and still for the most part think of as a modest community , making it one of Phoenix ’s hidden gems when it derive to food . While not a dining hotspot , it does have some outstanding solid food selection that should not be miss . Great restaurants are easy to find here : Ruffino , Trattoria Arrivederci , andCactus Jack’sare just a few .

9. Downtown Mesa

Downtown Mesa is like the red - headed stepchild of Phoenix . This metropolitan field never gets the acknowledgement it deserves , despite the on-going revitalisation of the area and its proximity to the light rail . All the dining options here are fairly daily , but it ’s worth checking outRepublica Empanada , Worth Takeaway , andQueen ’s Pizzeria , a family - owned local spot with pleasant-tasting and creative computer menu point like the Lasagna Pizza .

8. Downtown Chandler

Downtown Chandler is the situation to be for a voguish yet down - to - solid ground dining vibe . While the area is still developing , it ’s already indicate signs of being a culinary hub thanks to the influx of Arizona favorites likeOriginal ChopShop Co.andLa Boccaand the developing of its own unique spot , like55 Chicago . It ’s pretty much required that you visitSanTan Brewingwhile you ’re there , butBourbon Jacks Bar & GrillandCharm Thai Cuisineare great options , too .

7. Mill Avenue

For some , Mill Avenue might be the No . 1 drinking vicinity in the state – if you ’re into swarm of college kids and flash swallow , that is . Despite being a higher - didactics oasis , the food here is n’t uncollectible either . We recommend Italian and Mediterranean nutrient and drink hotspotLa Bocca , or , just off the main road , the classic French restaurantHouse of Tricks .

6. Downtown Gilbert

When out near the farms , do as the husbandman do and head to popular Gilbert restaurants such asJoe ’s Farm Grill , The Farmhouse , orJoe ’s Real BBQwhere simple , homestyle dishes are high-pitched - quality and anything but deadening . While most of Gilbert has hold its country charm , Downtown Gilbert is continuing to prove itself as a culinary hot situation with the openings of Arizona favorites likePostinoandBarrio Queen .

5. North Scottsdale

While North Scottsdale is screw for its upscale atmosphere , it can sometimes lack the one - of - a - sort restaurants that make a neighborhood unique and memorable . you may find just about any chain restaurant you like , but when it comes to singular - to - Arizona restaurants , it ’s a bit more difficult . We loveThe Greene Housefor its bare and impudent California - inspired computer menu items , Zinc Bistrofor its Parisian flavor , andSapporofor its nifty sushi and solid Nipponese cuisine .

4. Biltmore area

The Biltmore field is unlike any other in Phoenix : a piffling old - school , and very upscale . Biltmore Fashion Park alone boasts some of the state ’s best restaurants , includingChristopher ’s & Crush Loungeand beloved Arizona chainsZinburger , Blanco Tacos + Tequila , andTrue Food Kitchen . It ’s also well deserving checking out the Biltmore Hotel ’s eating house , Frank & Albert ’s , which is capable to perfect every dish it offer , from pizza pie to meatloaf .

3. Downtown Phoenix

Downtown Phoenix is quite unlike most major cities ’ downtown in that it ’s still emerging as a dining hub – but it ’s a lot of fun , in a hipster , underground kind of manner . It ’s home to the shining star of Arizona pizza , Pizzeria Bianco , and the country ’s undisputed adept breakfast bit , Matt ’s Big Breakfast . You ca n’t go wrong with The Hog & Chick , a classic breakfast of egg , goner , Sir Francis Bacon or blimp , and Irish potato .

2. Arcadia

This neighbourhood is on - course , yet comfortable , and serve as the culinary leader for the rest of the Valley . Well - respected restaurants likePostinothat got their start here are now opening locations around Arizona . Be sure you also tick outLa Grande Orange Grocery & Pizzeriafor the best takeout pizza ever , andThe Henryfor a more upscale dining experience you wo n’t forget .

1. Old Town Scottsdale

Scottsdale houses some of the Valley’smost delicious food option , and Old Town is a bar and eating house haven . It ’s earned the top spot on our list for the second year because it continues to make for the strongest lineup of restaurant and dessert berth . You could design a month ’s worth of dinner party date in this part of town , but we recommend the Southwest - meets - Mexican fare atBarrio Queen , The Mission , or globally influencedCowboy Ciao– all of which offer a great upscale air and a mixed bag of fare point . Do n’t bury to order the made - sweet - at - your - board guacamole and a margarita at Barrio Queen .

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