Settled beyond the Estrella Mountains in the Presidio Residents Club is The Cantina, a casual restaurant with made-from-scratch Mexican dishes and Chef-inspired twists on old favorites.
Featured Restaurants
Restaurant of the Week: Ofrenda
Cave Creek’s newest restaurant gem, Ofrenda, offers guests a refreshing take on the traditional, Latin-inspired dining experience.
Restaurant of the Week: Pasta78
This fall, Chandler welcomed the state’s very first build-your-own pasta concept, Pasta78, where a bowl of handmade, just-like-Grandma-made spaghetti is just minutes away.
Restaurant of the Week: Peacock Wine Bar
Who doesn’t love a hidden gem–especially one that has a glorious wine list? Peacock Wine Bar in Gilbert might be just the spot for your holiday wind-down.
Restaurant of the Week: Los Sombreros Mesa
For nearly three decades, Los Sombreros has been a Valley treasure with a loyal fanbase who clamor to its Scottsdale location for authentic Mexican eats. The eatery recently added a third outpost to its lineup (Uptown Phoenix marked its second location), giving Mesa diners easier access to its delicious specialties.
Restaurant of the Week: Chantico
Phoenix’s newest restaurant, Chantico, celebrates the diversity of Mexican cuisine and culture through its unique aesthetic and menu offerings—with much of it actually drawing on inspiration from Mexico City itself.
Restaurant of the Week: Clever Koi Gilbert
We already knew 2020 was a bummer when the East Valley was deprived of Clever Koi Gilbert, which was out of service after a serious kitchen fire at the end of 2019 (and then, you know, the pandemic). Months after closing, the restaurant is now open, bringing its incredible cocktails and ramen back to Downtown Gilbert.
Restaurant of the Week: The Oakmont
A favorite Flagstaff hangout, The Oakmont boasts a massive, family-friendly patio, an evolving menu of classic dishes and a casual atmosphere for taking in a beer and the big game.
Restaurant of the Week: Hash Kitchen
The West Valley’s newest elevated brunch hotspot, Hash Kitchen, comes from the mind of Chef Joey Maggiore and features decadent dishes, a boozy build-your-own Bloody Mary bar, and an unparalleled party aesthetic.
Restaurant of the Week: Kasai Scottsdale
Kasai Scottsdale—the Valley’s premier Japanese steakhouse—is an Asian cuisine-focused experience that celebrates teppanyaki-style dining through sushi and Asian fusion.