Savor the State: Your Ultimate Guide to Arizona Restaurant Week
Arizona Restaurant Week (ARW) is a biannual event hosted by the Arizona Restaurant Association, offering diners multi-course meals at set prices—typically between $33 to $55 per person (sometimes per couple), excluding beverages, tax, and tip.
Chilte: Phoenix’s Wildly Inventive Ode to New-School Mexican Cuisine
We didn’t plan to dive into another Mexican cuisine post so soon, but we JUST had to talk about Chilte. Why? It all started with our love of cooking competition shows, specifically, 24 in 24: Last Chef Standing on Food Network. Season two introduced us to a fresh lineup of 24 chefs, including thee Chef Lawrence “LT” Smith, the culinary mind behind Chilte.
Twin Locos Kitchen: Tempe’s Late-Night Flavor Haven
If your cravings come alive after dark, Tempe’s newest culinary rebel has your back. Twin Locos Kitchen, which opened in July 2025, is already making waves with its bold, soulful Southern comfort food served until 4 AM. Located on the northwest corner of Mill and Southern, this fresh face on the Tempe food scene is turning heads and filling bellies.
Tamarindo Harbor Italian Grill & Bar: A Taste of Italy with a Latin Twist In Florida’s Dining Scene
As for the food? Every dish felt like part of a thoughtfully curated experience. The Calamari arrived first, perfectly crisp and golden, practically melting in each bite. The house-made Crab Ravioli was pure buttery bliss—delicate pasta pockets filled with rich seafood flavor that lingered beautifully. A velvety, homemade Potato Soup followed, the kind of comforting dish that felt like a warm embrace.
Provecho Food Truck: A Bite of Mexico in Phoenix
Nestled right outside Barcoa Agaveria, Provecho feels less like just a food truck and more like a permanent fixture in the Phoenix dining scene. Whether you’re wrapping up a cocktail-filled night at Barcoa or simply need a solid meal break between rounds, Provecho is there—posted up, ready to deliver bold flavors and fresh ingredients like it’s their life’s mission.
Vero’s Chicago Pizza: A Slice of Chicago in Phoenix
“If you're the kind of cheese lover who lives for that indulgent, stretch-for-days mozzarella—what J hilariously calls 'bubblegum cheese'—then Vero’s will be your happy place. We’re talking THICC, chewy, borderline-dangerous levels of cheese (because let’s be real, if you haven't almost choked on a cheese pull, are you even a true fan?).”