From luxurious wine-paired prix-fixe menus to casual, but scrumptious, to-go feasts to enjoy at home with loved ones, read on for 30-plus ways to sip and savor this Thanksgiving holiday in Phoenix.
Food & Drink
Food and drinks in Arizona including best restaurants.
The Parlour Room Opens in Downtown Gilbert
A new prohibition-era-inspired concept, The Parlour Room, entered Gilbert’s underground scene with eccentric cocktails, moody lighting and a vintage-eclectic vibe on Oct. 30.
Restaurant of the Week: Mix Up Bar
Once dubbed as the “coziest restaurant in Arizona” by Food & Wine, Mix Up Bar is a charming resort lounge that specializes in decadent cocktails, New American fare and seasonal menu adaptations that bring a unique flair to the Valley’s culinary scene.
Restaurant of the Week: Blue Hound Kitchen & Cocktails
Located on the second floor of the Kimpton Hotel Palomar, Blue Hound Kitchen & Cocktails brings its award-winning cocktail program, elevated New American eats and a chef-driven menu to the heart of Downtown Phoenix’s Cityscape.
5 Arizona-Based Spirits
Get in the spirit this month by enjoying State 48 in a glass with these Arizona-made libations. No trick. So many treats!
Restaurant of the Week: Hand Cut Burgers & Chophouse
One of Old Town Scottsdale’s hottest restaurants, Hand Cut Burgers & Chophouse—famous primarily for its savory burger and meat options—has introduced a revamped menu chock-full of pastas, salads and other flavorful dishes that rely on fresh ingredients to add a certain uniqueness to an already diverse menu.
11 Best Restaurants to Visit in Northern Arizona
There’s so much more to Northern Arizona than meets the eye. But, as any local will tell you, the real treasure of Northern Arizona is its diverse restaurant scene, which boasts everything from top-rated steakhouses to charming hole-in-the-wall finds.
Restaurant of the Week: Spotted Donkey Cantina
Spotted Donkey Cantina at el Pedregal is nestled in the Sonoran Foothills at The Boulders Resort & Spa in North Scottsdale. This original yet casual Mexican eatery serves up entrees like tacos and fajitas, soups, salads and an impressive tequila lineup to sip alongside its specialty dishes.
Elegant Thanksgiving Dining from AJ’s Fine Foods
It’s never too early to start thinking about Thanksgiving dinner–especially when AJ’s Fine Foods makes holiday entertaining a breeze with its elegant, chef-prepared (not to mention delicious!) dinners from Catered Cuisine.
Restaurant of the Week: Phoenix Bourbon Room
Phoenix Bourbon Room, a sister concept of State 48 Brewery, opened its doors at CityScape in Phoenix this summer, to the delight of whiskey lovers. The bar and restaurant spotlights an extensive array of spirits and craft cocktails, and hearty, stick-to-your-ribs grub.