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1. Carcara
4.4
Awesome(574)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Phoenix
Booked 36 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(738)
Price: Moderate
• Asian • Phoenix
Booked 64 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. Jacy & Dakota's
3.9
Excellent(212)
Price: Moderate
• American • Phoenix
Booked 1 time 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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4. POMO Pizzeria Napoletana - Downtown Phoenix
4.7
Exceptional(368)
Price: Moderate
• Pizzeria • Phoenix
Booked 13 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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5. Wren & Wolf
4.7
Exceptional(2686)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary American • Phoenix
Booked 141 times today
Welcome to the Downtown Phoenix hotspot blending craft cocktail bar and chef driven kitchen into one distinct dining experience. At night, gather your pack and experience a vibrant dinner setting full of striking design, rich materials and taxidermy. Located in the middle of bustling downtown and just steps away from AZ Federal Theater and Footprint Center, Wren & Wolf is the perfect destination for a pre game gathering or big night out before a show. For the early birds, make grabbing your morning coffee and fresh baked pastry a part of your daily ritual or join the Valleys other movers and shakers for a power meeting during breakfast or lunch. From inventive steakhouse fare to thoughtfully elevated comfort food, Wren & Wolf is redefining dining in Downtown Phoenix.
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6. The Arrogant Butcher
4.6
Exceptional(4784)
Price: Expensive
• American • Phoenix
Booked 98 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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7. Chico Malo - Phoenix
4.6
Exceptional(1926)
Price: Moderate
• Mexican • Central Phoenix
Booked 55 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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8. Pa'La Downtown
4.8
Exceptional(222)
Price: Expensive
• International • Phoenix
Booked 18 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. Blue Hound Kitchen & Cocktails
4.6
Exceptional(1751)
Price: Expensive
• American • Phoenix
Booked 23 times today
Blue Hound is a New American kitchen serving breakfast, lunch and dinner centered in the heart of Downtown Phoenix's vibrant Cityscape development & chiseled into the 2nd floor of the stylish Kimpton Hotel Palomar Phoenix. Utilizing seasonal ingredients and contemporary techniques, the menu offers something for every occasion – from lighter bar bites, to deliciously composed plates. Blue Hound’s cuisine artfully pairs with its award-winning cocktail program that raises the bar for drink culture in the city. Complete with seasonal craft cocktails and Valley's largest menu of brown spirits, top-notch gins and house-made tinctures and syrups, Blue Hound is a celebrated neighborhood staple for locals and travelers alike.
A photo of Blanco Cocina + Cantina - Downtown Phoenix restaurant
10. Blanco Cocina + Cantina - Downtown Phoenix
4.7
Exceptional(1450)
Price: Moderate
• Mexican • Phoenix
Booked 72 times today
Blanco is more than your typical Mexican restaurant, it‘s an escape from the ordinary, a happy hour hang out, a place to sit back, recharge and party. It’s a vacation in your neighborhood that helps you relax with your favorite people. For food, margaritas, and good times, Blanco is the perfect place to find your bliss.

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