Best of Central Phoenix

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These are the most delicious places to go in the heart of Central Phoenix.

 1. Mamma Mia

806 E Indian School Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85014
(602) 277-5512

Category: Pizza

5.0 star rating
  5/2/2010

The slices of pizza are cheap, huge, and very very good.  I really don't have to say anymore.

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 2. The Main Ingredient Ale House And Café

2337 N 7th St
Phoenix, AZ 85006
(602) 843-6246

Category: American (New)

4.0 star rating
  11/4/2010

I have had the pleasure of hitting up The Main Ingredient for both food and drinks and have been impressed each time.  Now that summer has evaporated, the true potential of their patio has begun to emerge.  Their location on 7th Street is not…More »

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 3. Cibo

603 N 5th Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85003
(602) 441-2697
5.0 star rating
  11/9/2010

After eating about the city for about a year and a half, I can't find a restaurant more divine than Cibo.  The setting is key.  Carved into an old house, Cibo offers a stellar patio from October to March where giant trees studded with lights and…More »

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 4. Pizza A Metro

2336 W Thomas Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85015
(602) 262-9999

Categories: Italian, Pizza

4.0 star rating
  11/9/2010

I have been here twice and my recommendation is to have any of the pastas.  My friend had the lasagna and said the noodles just melted in his mouth.  I had the penne al vodka and the sauce was perfectly creamy.  

I had the pizza on my second visit and…More »

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 5. Gallo Blanco Cafe

401 W Clarendon Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85013
(602) 327-0880

Category: Mexican

5.0 star rating
  11/10/2010

I dream about the tacos at Gallo Blanco.  This is where I truly learned to love a taco.  The best dish is the fries though.  They are crispy, fresh cut and come with a spicy aioli that I would marry if such unions were possible.  Either Wed or Tues…More »

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 6. Oregano's Pizza Bistro

3102 N Scottsdale Rd
Scottsdale, AZ 85251
(480) 970-1860

Categories: Pizza, Italian

4.0 star rating
  11/30/2010

Oregano's always results in overeating.  This used to be my thing and I sometimes find myself falling off the wagon.  Oregano's certainly helps.

Everything here is big: the menu, the portions, the wait for a table.  The actual restaurant itself is…More »

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 7. FEZ

3815 N Central Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85012
(602) 287-8700
5.0 star rating
  11/19/2010

I am not going to reiterate the many great aspects to FEZ: the food (i.e. sweet potato fries, their aiolis, FEZ Burger, Kisras, etc.), the drinks (Shock Top on tap), and the atmosphere.  What I am going to talk about is what every person at the FEZ…More »

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 8. The Vig Uptown

6015 N 16th St
Phoenix, AZ 85014
(602) 633-1187

Category: American (New)

4.0 star rating
  11/17/2010

I am a big fan of both the Vig and the Uptown Vig, but I like the Uptown Vig only because there is never any wait for a table.  Though I am sure the Uptown would prefer some wait because that would mean more people, more money, etc.

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 9. Two Hippies Magic Mushroom Burgers - CLOSED

802 E Indian School Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85073
(602) 265-3525

Category: Burgers

4.0 star rating
  Update - 12/3/2010

For one dollar more, you can experience a whole other world of burger.

Here are some of my tips for the 6 dollar burger meal (you still get a boatload of fries and a drink): Sonoma style which comes with a creamy pesto sauce and pepperjack cheese.…More »

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  • 4.0 star rating
    6/9/2010

    I stopped by because I wanted something quick and delicious.  I also wanted something affordable.  I… Read more »

 10. Postino Central

5144 N Central Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85012
(602) 274-5144

Categories: Wine Bars, Italian

5.0 star rating
  11/17/2010

I have had a love affair with Postino now for over a year.  He never does me wrong.  Unlike some other guys I have dated.

Anyway, the best time to come is on Monday or Tuesday at about 7:40.  This way you will get seated at around 8 when magical o'…More »

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 11. The Living Room Wine Cafe & Lounge - CLOSED

2333 N 7th St
Phoenix, AZ 85006
(602) 229-1289

Category: American (New)

5.0 star rating
  11/10/2010

I kind of fell in love with The Living Room last night.  First, let's start with the atmosphere.  The decor is warm, cozy, and resplendent.  I literally feel like I am in someone's house (and by someone, I mean someone richer than me or my friends),…More »

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 12. Maizie's Cafe & Bistro

4750 N Central Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85012
(602) 274-2828

Category: American (New)

4.0 star rating
  11/10/2010

Maizie's is a great feature in the Central Phoenix landscape.  The food is top notch (the inside-out burgers are to die for, as is the skillet cookie for dessert) and the service is pretty darn snazzy as well (shout out to my favorite waitress…More »

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