DINING Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steak Burgers; locations Valleywide, freddysusa.com This classic burger-style joint is well known for its shoestring fries, hot dogs and patty melts that are as close to down-home cooking as you’ll get. And its custard is so good, it’s in the name of the restaurant.
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AMERICAN The Arrogant Butcher CityScape, 2 E. Jefferson Street, Phoenix, 602.324.8502, thearrogantbutcher.com Known for its extensive menu and good company, The Arrogant Butcher is one of CityScape’s premier attractions. The menu is known for its creative spins, like beef short rib stew that has green chile, fried egg and cornbread; while the grilled salmon is enhanced by buttered broccolini, loaded Yukon potato, cipollini onion and bacon mustard vinaigrette. Bar Louie Westgate Entertainment District, 6770 N. Sunrise Boulevard, Glendale, 602.609.5500, barlouie.com; visit website for additional locations Bar Louie serves handcrafted signature martinis and an exceptional selection of creatively presented American food, including traditionally and regionally inspired small plates, burgers and sandwiches. Buffalo Wild Wings Westgate Entertainment District, 9404 W. Westgate Boulevard, Suite C107, Glendale, 623.877.9127, buffalowildwings.com; visit website for additional locations Buffalo Wild Wings is the ultimate place to watch the game and enjoy signature sauce-tossed wings, burgers, sandwiches and appetizers. Biergarten Dog Haus 1 E. Washington Street, Suite 120, Phoenix, 602.607.5308, downtownphoenix.doghaus.com Dog Haus has comfort food down. The menu boasts sausages, burgers, chicken, sliders, kid’s meals and yummy side dishes like tater tots, fries, haus slaw and onion rings.
Chompie’s 7700 W. Arrowhead Towne Center, Suite 1145, Glendale, 623.344.3104, chompies.com; see website for additional locations Chompie’s is a full-service restaurant that has been serving great food, including freshly baked bread, pastries and world-famous bagels, since 1979. The Borenstein family relocated from Queens to bring East Coast traditions and heartwarming comfort food to the Valley. Chompie’s is dedicated to serving its customers with exceptional service and quality ensuring that every experience is unmistakably “deli”cious. The Chuckbox 202 E. University Drive, Tempe, 480.968.4712, thechuckbox.com This burger joint is a Tempe institution, where legendary short-order cook “Big Juan” serves up charbroiled patties and cold beer. Dave and Busters Westgate Entertainment District, 9460 W. Hanna Lane, Glendale, 623.759.7800, daveandbusters.com; visit website for additional locations The best combination of games, sports viewing, food and drinks. Dillon’s Bayou at Pleasant Harbor 40202 N. 87th Avenue, Peoria, 928.501.2227, dillonsrestaurant.com Dillon’s Bayou isn’t a Cajun restaurant, but instead it offers the best barbecue in the Valley. The name refers to the local company’s penchant for providing a family-like atmosphere within neighborhoods — “by you.” Dillon’s also has locations at Wildlife World Zoo, 16335 N. Northern Avenue, Litchfield Park, 623.535.4249; 8706 W. Thunderbird Road, Peoria, 623.979.5353; 20585 N. 59th Avenue, Glendale, 623.566.8100.
Hot N Juicy Crawfish Westgate Entertainment District, 6751 N. Sunset Boulevard, Suite E101, Glendale, 623.872.2984, hotnjuicycrawfish.com The restaurant features Creole- and Cajun-style seafood like oysters, crab, lobster, clams, shrimp, catfish and calamari, all prepared with a distinct Southern flavor. House of Tricks 114 E. Seventh Street, Tempe, 480.968.1114, houseoftricks.com A block from Mill Avenue and ASU, this restaurant is surrounded by trees and great for romantic evenings. Innovative American cuisine and the relaxed setting make this a truly unique restaurant. Johnny Rockets Westgate Entertainment District, 9390 W. Hanna Lane, Glendale, 623.877.2977, johnnyrockets.com; visit the website for additional locations The diner serves all-American food — burgers, melts, hot dogs, fries, onion rings, and hand-spun shakes and malts — in a timeless environment. The Lola Westgate Entertainment District, 6770 N. Sunrise Boulevard, Suite 109, Glendale, 623.877.5225, thelolaaz.com Farm fresh food hits the table as familystyle shareables, rustic salads, decadent desserts and craft cocktails. Expect to find bright colors and playful plating at this pioneering destination unique to the West Valley. McFadden’s Westgate Entertainment District, 9425 W. Coyotes Boulevard, Glendale, 623.872.0022, mcfaddensgd.com The Irish will feel at home with McFadden’s “classic shepherd’s pie” — which is actually cottage pie with ground beef — and fish and chips, along with steaks, burgers, sandwiches and salads. New York Bagels ‘N Bialys 10320 N. Scottsdale Road, Scottsdale, 480.991.3034; 1455 N. Scottsdale Road, 2021 COLLEGE BOWL GUIDE
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