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1. Carcara
4.4
Awesome(574)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Phoenix
Booked 32 times today
Carcara is a space curated to provide a resonating dining experience evoking the heritage and history of the local Phoenix community and welcoming all to immerse themselves in the destination.Grounded with a strong sense of place we celebrate local, indigenous & seasonal ingredients through native American and Sonoran-inspired cuisine with hand-crafted cocktails.
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2. Palma
4.5
Awesome(739)
Price: Moderate
• Asian • Phoenix
Booked 50 times today
Engulfed in a nursery of palm trees, Palma is your own private gathering in the heart of Downtown Phoenix. At Palma, you’ll find no judgements, preferences, or labels - just damn good food, killer energy, and the constant beat of great music. Retreat to the palms and release your inner worries and daily stresses. Come as you are, let’s laugh by the fire and cheers to the good times.We accept a limited number of reservations for parties of up to 6 for indoor and outdoor dining. We do not accept reservations for our firepits or lounge areas at this time! The rest of our seating is available for walk-in parties. Please respect a 2-hour dining limit given our limited space.
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3. Miel de Agave
4.2
Awesome(229)
Price: Expensive
• Mexican / Southwestern • Phoenix
Booked 38 times today
Miel de agave is a unique event space and restaurant in the heart of downtown Phoenix. We are born to host live music events and serve delicious mexican fusion cuisine. Our mission is to provide an unforgettable experience for our guests through world-class food and drinks, live music, and art. Our vision is to create a community gathering place where people can come together to celebrate life’s moments. Whether you’re looking for a place to eat, drink, listen to music, or just hang out with friends, Miel de agave is the perfect spot for you.
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4. Huarachis Taqueria
4.8
Exceptional(47)
Price: Expensive
• Mexican • West Phoenix
Booked 28 times today
Huarachis Taqueria is the vibrant sister restaurant of Bacanora PHX, founded by James Beard Award-winning Chef Rene Andrade and his talented team. This isn’t your typical taqueria—it’s a place where authentic flavors meet creative cocktails and a diverse menu featuring tacos, huaraches, tortas, and hearty platters. Here, you can even treat yourself to our fun twist on dessert with concha ice cream. Huarachis Taqueria is more than a restaurant; it’s a gathering spot for the community, designed to feel like you’re at a friend’s backyard hangout. With a soundtrack of cumbia, corridos, merengue, salsa, rap, and R&B, it’s the perfect place to unwind, savor great food, and enjoy good company.
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5. Jacy & Dakota's
3.9
Excellent(212)
Price: Moderate
• American • Phoenix
Booked 2 times today
Join us on Fridays from 6PM-9PM for J & D Live. We will be featuring rotating local musicians who sing and play the guitar. This event is complimentary. See you on Friday!A desert oasis in the center of the city, Jacy & Dakota's is a modern American restaurant with cuisine inspired by traditional dishes and seasonally fresh ingredients. This is the place to get the day started over a latte, have a casual lunch or kick off the night with a crafted cocktail, small bite or dinner. Join us in our beautiful indoor/outdoor setting, under the backdrop of the heart of downtown Phoenix.
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6. POMO Pizzeria Napoletana - Downtown Phoenix
4.7
Exceptional(368)
Price: Moderate
• Pizzeria • Phoenix
Booked 19 times today
Pomo Pizzeria, in downtown Phoenix, dishes out authentic neapolitan-style pizza in an intimate and inviting restaurant. The extensive pizza menu bulids from a base of tomato sauce, fresh basil and mozzarella. Options include the diavola, with spicy salami, the contadina, with mushrooms, artichokes, onion, pepper and black olive, and the tirolese, with brie and smoked prosciutto. With the dietary needs of their guests in mind, Pomo Pizzeria can make any pizza vegan or gluten-free. Oven-baked pastas, fresh soups and salads are also great choices at Pomo, as are mouthwatering appetizers, like eggplant parmesan, handmade meatballs and a trio of tasty bruschetta.With its mastery of fresh ingredients and handcrafted fare, it is easy to understand how Pomo Pizzeria's delicious neapolitan dishes and pizza have delighted fans of both simple and fine Italian cuisine.
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7. The Arrogant Butcher
4.6
Exceptional(4786)
Price: Expensive
• American • Phoenix
Booked 81 times today
At The Arrogant Butcher, enjoy a juicy steak or burger with a beer in our bustling downtown Phoenix restaurant and bar, just across from The Footprint Center. Drop in to impress at a power lunch, share in the timeless class of dinner and a show, or pre-game before the big game. For snackable bar bites to second-to-none seafood from the raw bar, and craft beer to fancy cocktails, The Arrogant Butcher understands that impeccably crafted food is always in style. So come on over – we have your table ready.
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8. Pa'La Downtown
4.8
Exceptional(222)
Price: Expensive
• International • Phoenix
Booked 25 times today
Pa’La means “for-the…” and it is forged in a passion to deliver food and wine that is inherently approachable and human to our community of people. Drawing from coastal cultures of the Mediterranean and South America, ingredients are sourced locally with wild caught seafood, organic grains, and vegetables. We created a wine program that complements the seasonality of our menu.Focusing on organic, sustainably farmed, and high-quality products; curating a list of 300 labels, most accessible to all, and representing 15 countries, from the coastal Mediterranean, Europe, to the American continent. Our draft beers are exclusively selected from local hand crafted breweries. It is Pa’ La’s commitment to bring a unique and unforgettable experience to the people of Phoenix and beyond.
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9. Chico Malo - Phoenix
4.6
Exceptional(1926)
Price: Moderate
• Mexican • Central Phoenix
Booked 60 times today
Chico Malo, a lively take on Mexican cooking, is located in the middle of it all at CityScape. These rebels are bringing the heat to DTPHX during lunch, dinner and weekend brunch with an array of flavor combinations from all over Mexico. Expect highlights including USDA Prime Carne Asada, Street Corn, Smoked Duck Breast Al Pastor and authentic favorites like Pozole and Green Chile Chicken. Diners can also enjoy fresh made guacamole to accompany a craft cocktail at the indoor/outdoor bar while soaking in the downtown views.
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10. Adams Table
4.4
Awesome(282)
Price: Moderate
• American • Phoenix
Booked 3 times today
Invigorating neighborhood and downtown destination in the heart of the Entertainment District and the closest restaurant to The Orpheum Theatre and AZ Financial Theater. Adams Table features classic cocktails, regional craft beers, and scrumptious New-American fare sprinkled with a hint of Southwest influence. Our made-from-scratch food and thoughtfully curated beverage experience touches on local flavors and flourishes. Gather as a group or intimate date-night as you enjoy views of the iconic Orpheum Theatre from our indoor-outdoor dining room. There is no shortage of customizations to our menu as many options can be made Gluten-free and Vegetarian. For those exploring their palate, enjoy 24 Hour Bacon with Almond Butter & Cherry Jam, Tempura Fried Shishito Peppers, Roasted Cauliflower, or well-balanced Chef-curated Salads.

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