Devoured Phoenix Culinary Classic brings large crowds, showcases restaurants’ new items
This weekend, foodies, culinary enthusiasts and hipsters alike gathered for one of the most highly anticipated events of the year -- the Devoured Phoenix Culinary Classic at the Phoenix Art Museum, which hosted the event on both Saturday and Sunday, along with Local First Arizona and Devour Phoenix.
Classic brick-oven pizzeria to add specialty Napoletana spin to downtown pizza scene
The house-made mozzarella and Neapolitan brick-oven-prepared dough of Glendale’s La Piazza Al Forno famous for an appearance on "Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives," will be hitting downtown on May 1 and will be located in Cartel Coffee Lab's previous location near First and Washington streets.
Cartel Coffee Lab applies for liquor license
Downtowners anxious to try Cartel Coffee Lab’s new craft beers, which were launched at the Tempe location last week, will be pleased to learn that Cartel's downtown location hopes to soon add alcohol to its menu.
Downtown Dining: Best of Philly
Best of Philly, a cheesesteak joint on Thomas Road and Central Avenue, provide an authentic Philadelphia experience at slightly elevated prices. If you're looking for a place to eat lunch, consider what they have to offer.
Bubba Phatz BBQ co-owner brings ‘Good Food for Good People’ to new Phoenix location
With a company less than a year old, Bubba Phatz BBQ co-owner Brian Banasek opened the doors to the restaurant's second location off of Roosevelt and Seventh streets about two weeks ago. Banasek said he wanted to broaden his horizons outside of the Mesa area and support the local art district in Phoenix.
Bad Donkey restaurant opens in YMCA, offers quirky health food menu options
The Cave Creek-based restaurant, Bad Donkey, opened at the downtown Valley of the Sun YMCA last Tuesday. The small shop sells subs, salads, wraps, smoothies and other healthy food items.
Squash Blossom to open its after-hours space to food-truck competitor Luncha Libre
A downtown restaurant is looking to make a little extra money by doing something unconventional -- leasing out the building to their competition.
Short Leash expands its partnerships with local community, offers new brunch menu
Short Leash Hot Dogs has been expanding recently by deciding to partner with Astor House in downtown Phoenix and offering a new brunch menu.
Jamburritos plans new permanent location, will keep its food truck business
The Jamburritos Cajun Grille food truck is hoping to expand to a brick-and-mortar by next fall
Downtown Dining: George & Dragon
George and Dragon English Restaurant and Pub brings many of the traditional English foods to downtown Phoenix offering a unique and genuinely British experience.




