Sonora Taco Shop

Ordered the Popcorn Cauliflower, Honey Hot Chicken Sandwhich, and the American Burger. The service…read morewas very kind and let us know that ASU Students get 15% off. The food was 10/10! Highly recommend if you're in Downtown Phoenix! They have breakfast all day as well. We will definitely be returning!

We stopped by while in Tempe and had the popcorn culiflower,Chedder Bacon Burger, Gangster fries,…read moregyro burger. All we extremely delicious and cooked to perfection. We ended with the Oreo church and funnel cake fries. Wow! I never knew a burger could taste so good! The ambiance was very chill and relaxed. The service was great all staff was very welcoming and friendly. We will definitely return.

Ice cold refreshments + full bar!

Big Mac salad

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Spicy Gangster Burger

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I went alone for my 21st birthday n I don't think i could've picked a better place then this one !…read moreService was 10/10 she covered my drinks and also kept an eye while I went to pee she was super nice and friendly! The manager is absolutely amazing and wonderful very nice people and u can tell there work environment is beautiful as well Rico the manager is definitely very welcoming and nice super fun guy , made me cry :) happy tears ofc ! Very clean and very nice bathrooms lighting is amazing and overall my food was delicious I went with a cheeseburger but its was very juicy n delicious the fries 100/10 I'll definitely be coming back a lot

Sandy and Miranda are the best servers ive ever had!! I loved the filet and butchers plstter. My…read morecoworker said the salmon was dope

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The Kettle Black Kitchen & Pub

4.3(1.5k reviews)

0.9 mi

By far the best Irish Bar in Downtown Phoenix - even though I have nothing to compare it too! We…read morehad the best lunch, setting a very high bar for the rest of our trip to Spring Training! We found some street parking, after leaving the airport and walked into The Kettle Black Kitchen and Pub. The food was incredible and the service was great - the two best things you can hope for. We LOVED the poutine as our appetizer. It was delicious! Ice cold beer and crispy salad made our lunch even better!

My wife and I went to an event at the science center and wanted a new place to eat for us. Based on…read morethe photos on their website we decided to try Kettle Black. Keep in mind this was 6 pm on a Sunday night so probably was the reason there was only one other person in the restaurant. We were a little concerned but we stayed anyway based on the photos. Our waiter was super friendly and took our order right away. My wife wanted the Steak salad and I opted for the Rueben with fries. My wife loved her steak salad, the steak was tender and had great flavor. My Rueben was good, a little dry but still good. The reason for the 4 was my draft beer tasted stale, which I'm guessing their lines are dirty or the keg was old. Also the water tasted like well water. We will definitely give them another try when we are back in the area. Service was great.

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1st street burger

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The Vig Fillmore

3.8(1.2k reviews)

1.5 mi

Location is great. Not far from the freeway in downtown Phoenix. I loved the variety of the menu!…read moreFrom guacamole and salsa, to spicy edamame, burgers, sandwiches, Mexican. I mean they had something for everyone including four kids and adult beverages. Service and pricing not bad, but not stellar either. Matter of fact, I told the hostess we were celebrating a birthday, & they didn't do anything special for the bday girl. IDK if they do, but they didn't. It was a bummer! I hear their brunch is good. Maybe I'll give them a second chance, then!? Outdoor and indoor dining options. Good for groups.

Recently popped in for happy hour and early dinner. Man! This was probably the best food they've…read moreever served me. I don't know if it was the kitchen crew, my timing, or some other factor, but I'm here to say bravo. As always, drinks were on point. Their margs are $6 during happy hour, which is a steal by any standard. I also had a dirty martini, which was well balanced and a little on the dirty side, which is exactly how I take it. It was a scorching day in Phoenix, so i really wasn't feeling a hot dish. I ordered the club and was blown away by how big it was. When I tell you they did NOT skimp on the meat, what I mean is I literally had to take some out to eat it. Not complaining a bit. My dining partner had a burger, which I lovingly helped myself to. It was also amazing. Perfect medium cook, well seasoned, and packed with fresh veg. Our server was super nice and attentive, but that's always been my experience here. I would say if you haven't been here for a while, now might be the right time to pop in because their kitchen is churning out great dishes.

Bar

THE VIG BURGER WITH VEGGIE PATTY

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Fish BLACKENED COD TACOS and ice tea

Ingo’s Tasty Food

4.5(340 reviews)

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After one too many at the bar the night before, my colleague and I were in need of breakfast…read moreburritos. Stat. Lucky for us, Ingo's was not too far from where we were, so we put on our sunglasses and gingerly walked over to cure our headaches. It's a fast casual joint-order at the counter, take a number and they will bring out the food to you. I love that there's open doors that let in the fresh breeze from outside. Lots of seating, lots of light. I ended up getting eggs, toast and bacon instead of a burrito. Dare I say that this might be the BEST bacon I've ever had? Seriously, the flavor was popping, every bite consistently delicious and no soggy, fatty pieces which I often find elsewhere. Hangover or not, I'm coming back to Ingo's for that bacon next time I'm in the area.

We stopped by before a game downtown. We ordered the Paris Texas Burger, the cheeseburger, and the…read moreChicken Sammy, and all three were tasty. The burgers were flavorful and cooked well, while the Chicken Sammy was juicy. The cucumber and feta salad was fresh and refreshing, and the shattered potato chips were a combination of crispy and soft.. Service was friendly, attentive, and made for an overall great dining experience. Sandwiches range from about $14-$17.

Black and white coffee with heirloom brown rice bowl

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Greyhound cocktail

Carcara

3.8(301 reviews)

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The Atmosphere was open, cool and quite Bohemian. Love Love Love!…read more Service was good, simple and played back which I enjoyed. Food was bright, clean, and fresh. Good b

Can't believe I haven't gone sooner! The only deterrent to go back is downtown parking…read more We sat outside since inside was freezing! Outside is just as high class and wonderfully decorated as the inside. We even got a couch booth and got to sit next to each other. We did the summer special which was the best special I've ever seen. $60 per person and you get a generous glass of wine, app, entree, and dessert. We both got the curried corn bisque for the app and my oh my I greatly enjoyed this even on a hotter day. The Smokey popcorn was a nice textural addition and the soup was so flavorful, the curry definitely shined through! We also both got the fried chicken for entrees; how could I not order the gluten free fried chicken!? Yes, naturally gluten free! This was outstanding. I'm not sure what the coating is, but it was so so flavorful and so crispy, and the chicken still so juicy. I could eat that on its own. The pepper jems were a cute touch! The mashed potatoes were so creamy. The chicken was placed on top of them so the bottom of the chicken did get soggy so my one suggestion is to place the chicken to the side, but the coating did rub into the potatoes which added some more flavor. The green beans were also tasty, nothing special, but the pistachio butter elevated it (nothing else needed the pistachio butter, not sure what else you use it for). I had a chocolate cake for dessert, the only gluten free dessert they offered me, but I still appreciate the option. It was just okay. The cake was dense and a little dry and didn't scream rich chocolate. There was a chocolate mousse layered in which helped. My boyfriend had some sort of strawberry cake mousse thing with layers of many different things - he thought it okay, I tried the mousse part and really liked it. We had red wine and it was delicious! The service was great, very attentive and they packed some ice in a cup for me because we weren't going home after!

Indoor seating

Loved my Valentine dessert. Macaron is my fave

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Arizona Wilderness DTPHX

4.4(899 reviews)

1.5 mi

Arizona Wilderness Brewery is hands down the best brewery in my neighborhood and my go-to spot when…read moreI want incredible food, outstanding craft beer, and a fun atmosphere. If it's your first visit, the AZ Hot Fried Chicken Sandwich is an absolute must. It's perfectly crispy with just the right amount of heat and packed with flavor in every bite. One of my favorite traditions is stopping by after work on Thursdays to take advantage of the $5 IPA special. It's the perfect way to unwind, catch up with friends, and enjoy some of Arizona's finest locally crafted beer. Whether you're there for the food, the beer, or the lively patio atmosphere, Arizona Wilderness never disappoints. If you're in the neighborhood--or even if you're not--it's well worth the visit. Highly recommended!

Came back after seeing the soft serve margaritas on all socials--on Mondays they have half off…read morecocktails all day. Made the long drive from Gilbert to see what the hype was about and let me say....that soft serve was WORTH IT! I got the swirl and it was soooooo refreshing and delicious. I have seen people comment that they were too strong (I don't see the problem or maybe some people don't really like tequila) but mine was perfect! Not strong at all. The only reason I didn't give this updated review a 5-I ordered the banh mi sando and the sandwich was so dry. Chicken was dry. The cilantro wasn't chopped I had to pick out long stems. Also I got the AZ frosè and the rosemary syrup was just way too pungent to enjoy the whole beverage. I wished it had been more balanced. Especially when the French fries are heavily seasoned with rosemary--a bit too much.

Outside sitting area

Beer Battered White Fish Taco

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Back patio is great!

Welcome Diner

4.4(1.5k reviews)

1.3 mi

Cool vibe. Looks and feels neat both from the outside and inside. Very casual with ample seating…read moreinside and out. Wait staff is friendly and attentive. Fun collection of comfort food on the menu. We had the Biscuit & Gravy and Lil' Birdy (chicken biscuit). Both were ample in size, very filling. The Biscuit & Gravy had ample protein (sausage) with the biscuit clearly being made onsite. The Lil' Birdy was delicious. We're not from the area, but will definitely dine here again if we're ever back in that area.

I enjoyed the feeling overall, very family friendly. It had a great feel and I liked the…read moretheme/vibe. The bathrooms were okay, like the theme but not the cleanest. The hostess and the waiter were amazing. We had the pleasure of talking to a cool gentlemen who was a cool native of Phoenix. I traveled from Tucson and wanted to give this Diner a try. Overall I would give this place a 3/5 stars. Huevos rancheros- disappointed it wasn't the traditional salsa bandera (onion, tomato, Jalepeno) but it was good. Different twist with the rib with eggs. The chips were soggy when I got my food. I liked the red onions, it added a little kick to the food on top of what the food offers to begin with. 6/10 Eggs over medium- not too runny how I like it. Velvety, the eggs weren't burnt crispy and was delightful. Meat was umami, savory and tender. Different than what I expected, had a little kick of spice. Beans were dry and bland. Not very impressed. 3/10 Pancakes were okay. A little dry for my taste but they were fluffy. The syrup with it was tasty. 5/10. I enjoyed this restaurant but I think it was a bit pricey for everything we ordered.

Bathroom nook

No Way Jose burger.

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$1 beer

Blue Hound Kitchen & Cocktails

3.8(924 reviews)

0.9 mi

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After the Ringling circus, my boyfriend and I brought the kiddos to grab a bite to eat. We have an…read moreEXTREMELY picky eater so trying to find food for him can be challenging. Joe was amazing. Not only did he start the kids food right away, he also made sure we found something the picky eater would actually eat. He went above and beyond to make our experience stress free. THANK YOU JOE!

These are some of my favorite drinks in Phoenix. The environment is pretty mellow but that's what…read moreyou can expect for a hotel bar. The staff has always been friendly as well. The Kiwi To Life Is Happiness drink is one of my favorites of all time (I like sweeter drinks). The Always Sunny in Arizona is also good if you like coconut/pina coladas. My boyfriend gets The Phoenix every time and loves it (he likes tequila). Disclaimer I have never had the food but it looks delicious!

Chef's Table Dinner

Chipotle Chicken Sandwich

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Weekend Brunch

Lo-Lo's Chicken & Waffles

From our entry into the store, Danita was very pleasant and engaging... Your weight staff Misty…read morewas sweet and attentive... The food was amazing and the music keep me singing and moving My husband - Cousin and myself had a great experience. Will recommend to others that may be coming to Arizona. We are from Michigan. Keep up the legacy - Us Warriors

Jasmine was a wonderful server!…read more This is the only location I come to because of her service! Food is always good so that's a given. I came right after the gym and also enjoyed the music they had playing in the background.

Food For The Soul

Southern Fried Chicken & Golden Brown Waffle

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Alexis G.

9 years ago

This place is really good! For a last minute stop it was definitely worth it! I would always drive by and seen that the place was busy so I mentioned this place to my husband. Glad I did, because I was not disappointed. read more

Ruben R.

6 years ago

This is a true family spot. It is delicious as I devoured my steak burrito. Totally recommend making a quick spot and enjoy a mouthwatering meal. read more

Ease T.

10 years ago

I order 3 carne asada tacos.. meat was dry... like if it has been sitting for a while.. salsas were not flavorful nor spicy

Michael M.

13 years ago

Carne Asada plate is awesome with fresh chopped onions and cilantro with hand made tortillas... can't go wrong!

Ana W.

12 years ago

price was good!! I really feel like in Mexico!!!! Different then most mexican place.... I had a great time... read more

Sal G.

2 years ago

Heck no this place was gross!! If I could give it no stars I would!! Save your money and go somewhere else ..

Daniel V.

9 years ago

This place is great. Excellent tacos, perfectly seasoned and stuffed full of meat. Can't beat Taco Tuesday.

Miguel S.

13 years ago

This place is pretty great! I love the carne asada, its a whole lot better than any fast food chain...

Maria B.

Elite 19

116

9 years ago

Tacos and burritos are good. Wouldn't go out of my way for it. Went due to co worker said was good.

Monica C.

103

9 years ago

It was very yummy but we all got food poisoning.......Unfortunately will not be returning.....

G O.

668

10 years ago

The place may not look great on the outside, but the tacos are great!! Well worth the trip.

Zulma J.

13 years ago

Best place ever!!!! The meats delicious! Great service! Best thing to get is one of each!!

Al S.

10 years ago

Disappointing for the price, 1 burrito and water almost $11.00, food OK but over priced.

Daniel M.

101

10 years ago

Good.

Sonora Taco Shop - mexican - Updated September 2026

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