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Tumerico Vegetarian Food ($$)
(1021 ratings)

2526 E 6th St Map It!
Tucson, AZ 85716
(520) 270-2055
www.tumerico.com
  • Korean Nopalitos (Cactus) Tacos
    crispy tacos, cactus, onion, cashew, turmeric sauce; menu changes daily (call for availability); looks good
  • Meet-Free Carne Asada Plate
    "carnitas"...jackfruit broken up, seasoned, cooked to look like pan-fried pulled pork (and it does!) w/ sides (Guy got eggplant chicharrons, soy/tofu chorizo); so good that Guy called his mom on the air; note: menu changes daily (call for availability); looks good!
5.0 out of 5
1021 ratings
serving scratch-made local food...vegan, organic, gluten free; note: menu changes daily
Aloha Kitchen ($)
(750 ratings)

2950 S Alma School Rd Map It!
Mesa, AZ 85210
(480) 897-2451
alohakitchen.com
  • Kalbi Ribs
    thinly sliced Korean-style short ribs; "meat candy" -Guy Fieri; looks good
  • Manapua
    stuffed, steamed pork bun; "one of the best I've ever had" -Guy Fieri; looks good
4.5 out of 5
750 ratings
serving island-style favorites
Alzohour Market ($$)
(90 ratings)

7814 N 27th Ave Map It!
Phoenix, AZ 85051
(602) 433-5191
www.restaurantji.com/az/p...
  • Bastilla
    stewed spiced chicken, almond filling, phyllo dough; layered, wrapped, baked & coated w/ sugar & cinnamon; "so perfectly balanced!" -Monti Carlo
4.5 out of 5
90 ratings
opened in 2002; family-owned Middle Eastern grocer w/ a huge selection of specialty items & prepared food
Baja Cafe ($$)
(1400 ratings)

7002 E Broadway Blvd Map It!
Tucson, AZ 85710
(520) 495-4772
www.bajacafetucson.com
As Seen On:
Man v. Food, Episode: "Tucson, AZ"
  • "Wyatt Earp"
    sweet potato, green chile & cheese tamale pie, green chile tomatillo sauce, seared pulled pork, smoked bacon, roasted green chilies, onion, tomatoes, melted cheddar & Jack cheese, 2 poached eggs, avocado hollandaise, pico de gallo & cotija; looks good
4.5 out of 5
1400 ratings
opened in 2014; a classic breakfast, brunch & lunch spot, also specializing in Southwestern dishes & flavors
Chef Alisah's Restaurant ($$)
(541 ratings)

5931 N Oracle Rd Map It!
Tucson, AZ 85704
(520) 887-5305
alisahrestaurant.com
  • Cevapi (Bosnian Style Sausages)
    homemade Bosnian ground beef sausages served w/ fresh onions, tzatziki & homemade fresh Bosnian bread; looks good
  • Gulas (Bosnian-Style Goulash)
    beef cut into squares, cooked in salt, pepper, red bell peppers, olive oil, parsley; served w/ homemade white butter rice, fresh homemade bread & cabbage salad; looks good
4.5 out of 5
541 ratings
serving authentic European & Bosnian cuisine
Citizen Public House ($$)
(2450 ratings)

7111 E 5th Ave Map It!
Scottsdale, AZ 85251
(480) 398-4208
www.citizenpublichouse.co...
  • Pork Belly Pastrami
    pastrami prepped for 2-3 days; on rye spaetzle "noodles" topped w/ Brussels sprout sauerkraut & mustard jus; looks good
4.5 out of 5
2450 ratings
award winning modern comfort food cuisine & craft beverages
Defalco's Italian GrocerySee Defalco's Italian Grocery Video ($$)
(2267 ratings)

2334 N Scottsdale Rd Map It!
Scottsdale, AZ 85257
(480) 990-8660
defalcosdeli.com
  • Italian Sausage w/ Peppers & Onions Sandwich
    homemade sausage; 2 links served in sub roll, marinara sauce, sauteed peppers & onions & melted Provolone cheese; looks good
  • "Centurion" Calzone
    fresh Mozzarella, spicy Sopressatta, roasted peppers, fresh tomato, fresh basil & Kalamata olives; side of marinara; looks good
4.5 out of 5
2267 ratings
est. 1972; family-owned Italian; storefront migrated from Toronto to Detroit to Scottsdale
Elote Cafe ($$)
(2441 ratings)

771 State Rt 179 Map It!
Sedona, AZ 86336
(928) 203-0105
www.elotecafe.com
As Seen On:
Food With a View
  • Smoked Pork Cheeks
    favorite dish; Heritage pork cheeks served w/ cascabel chile sauce, grandma's corn cake and buttermilk cumin drizzle; looks good
4.5 out of 5
2441 ratings
award-winning modern Mexican & Southwestern restaurant overlooking the scenic Red Rocks of Sedona; James Beard Award Semi-Finalist-Best Chef: Southwest (2017); long lines...even an hour before opening
Fat Olives ($$)
(2127 ratings)

2308 E Rt 66 Map It!
Flagstaff, AZ 86004
(928) 853-0056
www.fatolivesflagstaff.co...
  • Belgio Dolce Pizza
    thin crust pizza w/ cream sauce, housemade mozzarella, Soppressata, Calabrian chili oil marinated shaved brussel sprouts; topped w/ crushed pistachio, mesquite honey & more chili oil; looks good
  • Kenai Pizza
    fresh ricotta, mozzarella, pecorino romano, finished w/ house-smoked salmon, dill cream, basil chiffonade, sea salt, EVOO
4.5 out of 5
2127 ratings
"authentic Italian cooking like you'd find in Naples" (from its website); same owner/chef from Salsa Brava
Fu Fu Cuisine [CLOSED] ($$)
(93 ratings)

3633 W Camelback Rd Map It!
Phoenix, AZ 85019
(602) 995-2015
  • Egusi Soup & Fu-Fu
    Ghanaian & Nigerian staple; slow-cooked seasoned goat meat; comes w/ complimentary warm bowl of water & moist towelette to clean your hands (tradition); served w/ Fu-Fu (an African dish made by boiling starchy yam flour & then pounding them into a dough-like consistency) used to dip in the soup
  • Jerk Barbecue Chicken
    top seller; marinated chicken breast & grilled; served w/ mashed potatoes & garnished w/ broccoli
  • Pof-Pofs
    "think of a doughnut hole, on steroids" (they're big)
4.5 out of 5
93 ratings
[CLOSED]; African & Caribbean soul food; made to order
Grubstak [CLOSED] ($$)
(428 ratings)

384 N Gilbert Rd Map It!
Gilbert, AZ 85234
(480) 699-9188
  • Chilaquiles
    layers of corn tortilla crisps, southwest black beans, Barbacoa chicken, cheddar cheese, ranchero sauce, *two fried eggs; looks good
  • Sweet Lou's BBQ
    50/50 regular & sweet potato waffle fries topped w/ BBQ braised beef, applewood bacon, coleslaw; looks good
4.5 out of 5
428 ratings
[CLOSED]; serving "stacked" cuisine where foods are stacked on top of each other; Beau MacMillan made guest appearance
Los Reyes de la TortaSee Los Reyes de la Torta Video ($)
(935 ratings)

9230 N 7th St Map It!
Phoenix, AZ 85020
(602) 870-2967
losreyesdelatortaaz.com
  • Torta Del Reyes
    huge torta (Mexican sandwich) w/ ham, melted cheese, pork sirloin, breaded beef, w/ refried beans, hot dog meat & chorizo omelet, tomato, onion, avocado & chipotle sauce; served w/ chopped onion & cilantro w/ garnished salad; Mexican sandwich
4.5 out of 5
935 ratings
opened in 2001; serving authentic Mexican food
Paradise Valley Burger CompanySee Paradise Valley Burger Company Video ($)
(1899 ratings)

4001 E Bell Rd Map It!
Phoenix, AZ 85032
(602) 535-4930
www.paradisevalleyburgerc...
  • Booze Burger
    2​ beef patties beer battered & fried, smothered w/ a green chili/vodka/bacon cream sauce; topped off w/ smoked fresno chilis pickled in whiskey; looks good
  • Country Fried Burger
    burger country fried, smothered in gravy w/ crispy fried; looks good
  • Relleno Burger
    deep fried beef patties breaded in Lucky Charms, brown sugar slow roasted carnitas, chipotle slaw, smoked mozzarella, pico de gallo & poblano chili
4.5 out of 5
1899 ratings
opened in 2011; offering milkshakes plus traditional & creative specialty burgers; "fresh ingredients, unique food, and above all high quality" (from its website); Other Recipes: Green Chili, Bacon and Vodka Cream Sauce
Renee's Organic Oven ($$)
(812 ratings)

7065 E Tanque Verde Rd Map It!
Tucson, AZ 85715
(520) 886-0484
reneesorganicoven.com
  • Spinach Dip Calzone
    creamy spinach & artichoke dip w/ baked chicken & house roasted green chilies; looks good
  • The Tailored Tony
    house interpretation of the Sloppy Joe; San Rafael Local Organic Beef in marinara, roasted red peppers, basil & provolone served on house organic focaccia; looks good
4.5 out of 5
812 ratings
pizzeria serving a menu of locally-sourced & organic food in a casual environment
Republica Empanada ($)
(984 ratings)

204 E 1st Ave Map It!
Mesa, AZ 85210
(480) 969-1343
www.republicaempanada.com
  • Arroz Con Pollo
    traditional blend of chicken & rice, with seasoned tomato sauce, capers, olives, celery, onions, red bell peppers, carrots, peas, & cilantro; looks good
  • Cubana Empanada
    pernil, ham, mozzarella, & dill pickle
4.5 out of 5
984 ratings
family own & run joint serving Latin American comfort food
Sal's Gilbert PizzaSee Sal's Gilbert Pizza Video ($$)
(1138 ratings)

1150 S Gilbert Rd Map It!
Gilbert, AZ 85296
(480) 633-2226
gilbertpizzaaz.com
  • Baked Ziti Pizza
    thin crust pizza topped w/ pasta w/ mozzarella & pink sauce; looks good
  • Chicken Marsala Pizza
    thin crust pizza topped w/ grilled chicken, mushrooms, onions, Marsala wine sauce; looks good
4.5 out of 5
1138 ratings
opened in 2006; specializing in NY-style pizza (but also served Sicilian-style); Other Recipes: Arancini (Rice Balls)
Sweet RepublicSee Sweet Republic Video ($$)
(963 ratings)

9160 E Shea Blvd Map It!
Scottsdale, AZ 85260
(480) 248-6979
www.sweetrepublic.com
As Seen On:
Best Thing I Ever Ate, Episode: "Ice Creamy"
  • Toffee Banofi Sundae
    double-scoop Madagascar vanilla ice cream, banana-halves, caramel sauce, whipped cream, topped w/ housemade almond brittle toffee; looks good
4.5 out of 5
963 ratings
opened in 2008; highlighted in many publications and media including "The Hot 10" Best Ice Cream Shops in Bon Appetit (2009)
Tacos Chiwas ($$)
(930 ratings)

1028 E Indian School Rd Map It!
Phoenix, AZ 85014
(602) 358-8830
www.tacoschiwas.com
  • Barbacoa Tacos
    shredded beef on corn-based tortilla; looks good
  • Deshebrada Gorditas Roja
    shredded beef, refried beans gorditas (similar to pita pockets) w/ red sauce; looks good
4.5 out of 5
930 ratings
family owned & operated preparing fresh food from recipes that have been passed down through generations
Tom's Thumb Fresh MarketSee Tom's Thumb Fresh Market Video ($$)
(1655 ratings)

9393 E Bell Rd Map It!
Scottsdale, AZ 85260
(480) 513-8186
thethumb.com
  • Pigs & Grits
    crispy pulled pork over creamy grits topped w/ local cheddar & jalapeno bacon
  • Tom's Brisket Stack
    sandwich w/ sliced 12-hr smoked brisket, aioli, pickles, onions on Texas toast; looks good
4.5 out of 5
1655 ratings
opened in 2012; gas station, BBQ, car wash, bakery, market & gifts
Tratto ($$$)
(398 ratings)

1505 E Van Buren St Map It!
Phoenix, AZ 85006
(602) 296-7761
www.trattophx.com
  • Pasta Sugo
    hand-rolled cavatelli pasta w/ fennel pork sausage, shishito peppers, pecorino, & parmesan; looks good
4.5 out of 5
398 ratings
opened by chef/owner Chris Bianco; serving high-end but rustic-style Italian food since 2016
Welcome DinerSee Welcome Diner Video ($$)
(1364 ratings)

929 E Pierce St Map It!
Phoenix, AZ 85006
(602) 495-1111
welcomediner.net
  • "The Bumblebee" Sandwich
    fried chicken breast on a homemade biscuit w/ house beer mustard, local honey & bread & butter pickle slices; "it zings!" -Monti Carlo
4.5 out of 5
1364 ratings
est. 2004; "farm to table, American Fare diner" (from its website)
Zemam's [CLOSED] ($$)
(355 ratings)

2731 E Broadway Blvd Map It!
Tucson, AZ 85716
(520) 323-9928
  • Doro Wat
    traditional chicken dish slowly cooked on the bone in a rich, spicy berbere sauce served w/ a hard-boiled egg; eat w/ Injera; looks good
  • Gomen Alicha
    carrots, cabbage & potatoes simmered in a mild turmeric-based sauce; eat w/ Injera (Ethiopian version of a tortilla); looks good
4.5 out of 5
355 ratings
[CLOSED]; since 1994; serving authentic Ethiopian cuisine
Andreoli Italian GrocerSee Andreoli Italian Grocer Video ($$)
(738 ratings)

8880 E Via Linda Map It!
Scottsdale, AZ 85258
(480) 614-1980
andreoli-grocer.com
  • Lasagne alla Bolognese
    homemade sheet pasta, veal bolognese, bechamel, parmigiano reggiano, garnished w/ basil; looks good
  • Bollito di Carne di Manzo
    beef soup; served w/ homemade bread
  • Sempronio (Sandwich)
    house cured prosciutto, mozzarella & roasted peppers; looks good
4.0 out of 5
738 ratings
opened in 2007; market, bakery & restaurant serving authentic Italian where they bake their own bread & make their own prosciutto; Other Recipes: Penne Strascicate
Aunt Lena's Creamery [CLOSED]See Aunt Lena's Creamery Video
(1 ratings)

4040 S Arizona Ave Map It!
Chandler, AZ 85248
(480) 802-1100
  • Apple Pie Gelato
  • Cannoli Gelato
    made w/ homemade cannoli
  • Red Wine Sherbet
4.0 out of 5
1 ratings
[CLOSED]; 150 flavors but serving only 30 per day
Barrio CafeSee Barrio Cafe Video ($$)
(1839 ratings)

2814 N 16th St Map It!
Phoenix, AZ 85006
(602) 636-0240
www.barriocafe.com
  • Chiles en Nogada
    chef's iconic dish; roasted poblano pepper filled w/ chicken, apple, pear, dried apricot & pecans, in a almond cream sauce & "finished w/ the colors of the (Mexican) flag" (cilantro, queso fresco & pomegranate seeds
  • Cochinita Pibil
    Yucatan-style pulled pork; pork marinated in achiote & sour orange, wrapped in a banana leaf & slow-roasted over night; topped w/ pickled red onion & Yucantan-style pico de gallo; "I have had the 'last meal' on Triple-D so many times, but I've got to tell you without doubt that is one of the best"-Guy Fieri; looks good
  • Mojarra San Agustin
    achiote & sour orange rubbed tilapia topped w/ onion, garlic & citrus, wrapped in banana leaf & grilled
4.0 out of 5
1839 ratings
est. 2002; serving Mexican cuisine and carrying 250 tequilas; "three colorful dining rooms and bar make up this engagingly funky place whose menu pictures a red-faced bandito who looks as if he's waited too long for his food" (from its website)
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