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Interesting Places to Eat
Noca is one of Interesting Places to Eat.

1. Noca

3118 E Camelback Rd (at 32nd St), Phoenix, AZ
New American Restaurant · Camelback East · 11 tips and reviews
Hana Japanese Eatery is one of Interesting Places to Eat.

2. Hana Japanese Eatery

8.8
5524 N 7th Ave (At Missouri), Phoenix, AZ
Japanese Restaurant · 75 tips and reviews

Murray I.Murray Inman: The entire menu is just awesome but this THE place to go in Phoenix for fresh, quality sushi. Staff is friendly and the chefs are creative with the specials.

Nobuo at Teeter House is one of Interesting Places to Eat.

3. Nobuo at Teeter House

622 E Adams St (in Heritage Square (7th St & Monroe)), Phoenix, AZ
Japanese Restaurant · Copper Square · 36 tips and reviews
Havana Cafe is one of Interesting Places to Eat.

4. Havana Cafe

6245 E Bell Rd (at 64th St.), Scottsdale, AZ
Cuban Restaurant · 23 tips and reviews

Murray I.Murray Inman: The calypso chips here are incredible!

The Barbecue Company Grill and Catering is one of Interesting Places to Eat.

5. The Barbecue Company Grill and Catering

7.8
4636 S 36th St (at E Wier Ave), Phoenix, AZ
BBQ Joint · South Mountain · 24 tips and reviews

Murray I.Murray Inman: You have to try the wings here. They are unique and delicious. Order them spicy - it isn't as hot as you would expect "spicy" to mean.

The Dhaba is one of Interesting Places to Eat.

6. The Dhaba

8.0
1876 E Apache Blvd (btwn McCintock and Price), Tempe, AZ
Indian Restaurant · 51 tips and reviews
LongHorn Steakhouse is one of Interesting Places to Eat.

7. LongHorn Steakhouse

7.3
4585 E Cactus Rd, Phoenix, AZ
Steakhouse · 29 tips and reviews
Paradise Bakery & Cafe is one of Interesting Places to Eat.

8. Paradise Bakery & Cafe

10625 N Tatum Blvd. (at Shea Blvd.), Scottsdale, AZ
Bakery · 16 tips and reviews

Murray I.Murray Inman: Love the zucchini nut muffins, BBQ chicken salad, and the mac and cheese is rich and yummy. Free wi-fi makes this a wonderful place to study.

Luu's Chicken Bowl is one of Interesting Places to Eat.

9. Luu's Chicken Bowl

10876 N 32nd St (32nd St North of Shea), Phoenix, AZ
Asian Restaurant · 5 tips and reviews

Murray I.Murray Inman: The chicken and beef teriyaki is really good with lots of veggies. Decent selection of Japanese sodas (like Ramune).

Lo-Lo's Chicken & Waffles is one of Interesting Places to Eat.

10. Lo-Lo's Chicken & Waffles

8.8
1220 S Central Ave (at W Yuma St), Phoenix, AZ
Southern Food Restaurant · Central City South · 127 tips and reviews

Phoenix New TimesPhoenix New Times: Best of Phoenix Winner 2011: Best Soul Food Restaurant. Fried Chicken + Waffles = Heaven on Earth. Syrup, hot sauce, butter, & Kool-Aid are all part of the equation. Read more.

The Oink Café is one of Interesting Places to Eat.

11. The Oink Café

7.9
4326 E Cactus Rd, Phoenix, AZ
Diner · 64 tips and reviews

Murray I.Murray Inman: The jalapeno bacon mac and cheese is rich and divine. Also recommend the french toast. Order a "flight" of bacon to try one of each flavor!

Chompie's Restaurant, Deli, and Bakery is one of Interesting Places to Eat.

12. Chompie's Restaurant, Deli, and Bakery

8.2
4550 E Cactus Rd (at Paradise Valley Mall), Phoenix, AZ
Deli · 65 tips and reviews
Genghis Grill is one of Interesting Places to Eat.

13. Genghis Grill

4722 E Cactus Rd (NE Corner of Tatum & Cactus), Phoenix, AZ
Mongolian Restaurant · 19 tips and reviews

Murray I.Murray Inman: Great selection of proteins, spices, vegetables, and sauces. Drop a dollar or two in the cooks' tip jar and they will perform for you!

Red Devil Italian Restaurant & Pizzerias is one of Interesting Places to Eat.

14. Red Devil Italian Restaurant & Pizzerias

8.6
3004 E Bell Rd, Phoenix, AZ
Italian Restaurant · 27 tips and reviews

Murray I.Murray Inman: Long time favorite place for excellent pizza. They have carry-out access right in front.

Oregano's is one of Interesting Places to Eat.

15. Oregano's

8.5
4602 East Cactus Road (at Paradise Valley Mall), Phoenix, AZ
Pizzeria · 56 tips and reviews

Murray I.Murray Inman: Good salads, great garlic cheese bread, and the deep-dish cookie with ice cream is sinful. Chicago style pizza is good, but heavy. Be sure to plan time for long baking times.

Julio G's Mexican Food is one of Interesting Places to Eat.

16. Julio G's Mexican Food

7.2
12631 N Tatum Blvd., Phoenix, AZ
Mexican Restaurant · 15 tips and reviews
Manuel's Mexican Resturant is one of Interesting Places to Eat.

17. Manuel's Mexican Resturant

7.8
12801 N Cave Creek Rd (at E Saguaro Rd), Phoenix, AZ
Mexican Restaurant · 13 tips and reviews
Bill Johnson's Big Apple Restaurant is one of Interesting Places to Eat.

18. Bill Johnson's Big Apple Restaurant

16810 N 19th Ave (btwn W. Bell Rd. & W. Phelps Rd.), Phoenix, AZ
American Restaurant · 16 tips and reviews

Murray I.Murray Inman: The pork ribs are consistently really good. They also have an interesting cinnamon french dressing for the salads.

Welcome Diner is one of Interesting Places to Eat.

19. Welcome Diner

924 E Roosevelt St (at N 10th St), Phoenix, AZ
American Restaurant · Garfield · 49 tips and reviews
Tokyo Stop is one of Interesting Places to Eat.

20. Tokyo Stop

6.6
1335 W University Dr #6, Tempe, AZ
Japanese Restaurant · 10 tips and reviews

Chris B.Chris Bates: I have been coming here for years. Quick. Tasty clean friendly consistent. And busy.

Carolina's Mexican Food is one of Interesting Places to Eat.

21. Carolina's Mexican Food

8.0
2126 E Cactus Rd (at N Cave Creek Rd), Phoenix, AZ
Mexican Restaurant · 49 tips and reviews

Murray I.Murray Inman: Bean burrito double-wrapped. Take a dozen of the homemade tortillas home.

Arai Pastry is one of Interesting Places to Eat.

22. Arai Pastry

7.7
1335 W University Dr #4 (at S Priest Dr), Tempe, AZ
Bakery · 12 tips and reviews

Murray I.Murray Inman: Stop by for a sukiyaki beef sandwich and a UFO for lunch. The bread and pastries are amazing and what this place is known for.

Harlow's Café is one of Interesting Places to Eat.

23. Harlow's Café

8.2
1021 W University Dr (at S Hardy Dr), Tempe, AZ
Breakfast Spot · 78 tips and reviews

Murray I.Murray Inman: Corned beef hash and fried eggs. Perfection.

Cornish Pasty Co is one of Interesting Places to Eat.

24. Cornish Pasty Co

9.1
960 W University Dr (at S Hardy Dr), Tempe, AZ
Pub · 177 tips and reviews
Essence Bakery Café is one of Interesting Places to Eat.

25. Essence Bakery Café

825 W University Dr (at S. Hardy Dr.), Tempe, AZ
Bakery · 82 tips and reviews

Phoenix New TimesPhoenix New Times: Start off with something delicious from the French-inspired breakfast and lunch menus, like the Quiche Lorraine or Croque Madame, before diving into the irresistible pastry case. Read more.

Mucho Gusto is one of Interesting Places to Eat.

26. Mucho Gusto

603 W University Dr (at Mitchell St), Tempe, AZ
Mexican Restaurant · 44 tips and reviews

Murray I.Murray Inman: They make a tasty skirt steak!

El Pollo Supremo is one of Interesting Places to Eat.

27. El Pollo Supremo

8.3
221 W University Dr (at Ash Ave), Tempe, AZ
Mexican Restaurant · Maple Ash · 16 tips and reviews

Phoenix New TimesPhoenix New Times: Best of Phoenix 2011 Winner: Best Pollo Asado! You can choose between the standard carne asada or our favorite, the electric red pollo asado. There are only two things on the menu: meat and more meat. Read more.

Republic Ramen + Noodles is one of Interesting Places to Eat.

28. Republic Ramen + Noodles

7.7
1301 E University Dr #114 (at Dorsey), Tempe, AZ
Noodle Restaurant · 64 tips and reviews
Sweet Republic is one of Interesting Places to Eat.

29. Sweet Republic

9.0
9160 E Shea Blvd Ste 105 (at N 92nd St), Scottsdale, AZ
Ice Cream Parlor · Via Linda Corridor · 84 tips and reviews

Murray I.Murray Inman: If you want an adventure in adult ice cream, this is THE place to go. Even the great Alton Brown named their Toffee Banofi Sundae as one of the best things he has ever eaten.

Haji-Baba is one of Interesting Places to Eat.

30. Haji-Baba

8.8
1513 E Apache Blvd (at S Oak St), Tempe, AZ
Middle Eastern Restaurant · 70 tips and reviews

Murray I.Murray Inman: Great place for baba ganoush, limeade made with rose water, and baklava.

Fajitas: A Sizzlin' Celebration is one of Interesting Places to Eat.

31. Fajitas: A Sizzlin' Celebration

9841 N Black Canyon Hwy (btwn W Peoria Ave & W Dunlap Ave), Phoenix, AZ
Mexican Restaurant · North Mountain · 65 tips and reviews

Kim H.Kim Hilkemeier: Order the queso dip. It's sooo good.

Ted's Hot Dogs is one of Interesting Places to Eat.

32. Ted's Hot Dogs

8.5
1755 E Broadway Rd (at S McClintock Dr), Tempe, AZ
Hot Dog Joint · 93 tips and reviews

John B.John Beckman: Best hot dogs in the valley. Try an all-beef and a polish. Don't forget one of their great chocolate malts.

America's Taco Shop is one of Interesting Places to Eat.

33. America's Taco Shop

7.3
9261 E Via De Ventura, Ste 101 (at Pima Fwy), Scottsdale, AZ
Taco Restaurant · 23 tips and reviews

Murray I.Murray Inman: The homemade horchata is incredible.

ShinBay is one of Interesting Places to Eat.

34. ShinBay

7001 N Scottsdale Rd (at Indian Bend Road), Scottsdale, AZ
Japanese Restaurant · Resort Corridor · 7 tips and reviews
Italian Restaurant is one of Interesting Places to Eat.

35. Italian Restaurant

4743 N 20th St, Phoenix, AZ
Italian Restaurant · Camelback East · 10 tips and reviews
First Watch is one of Interesting Places to Eat.

36. First Watch

8.2
9645 N. Black Canyon Hwy (btwn W Peoria Ave & W Dunlap Ave), Phoenix, AZ
Breakfast Spot · North Mountain · 22 tips and reviews

37. Thai Elephant

8.1
815 W University Dr (at Hardy Dr.), Tempe, AZ
Thai Restaurant · 35 tips and reviews

Amber W.Amber Williams: Get the Tom Kah (coconut milk hot and sour soup). Seriously. It's like heaven in a bowl. Eat it with white rice, too.