The best restaurants in East Valley
73 restaurants we’ve checked and stand behind — with the story on each one. Not a ranking; a record.
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Pho Chandler
RestaurantsWhen you need no-fuss comfort, Pho Chandler serves traditional Vietnamese favorites from soul-warming pho to light, pile-on-the-herbs…
Pho Chandler
RestaurantsZinburger (Gilbert)
RestaurantsBetween the Double Smashburger, the signature Zinburger with manchego and zinfandel-braised onions, and truffle-loaded fries, Zinburger…
Zinburger (Gilbert)
RestaurantsAZ Pho & Grill
RestaurantsAZ Pho & Grill serves aromatic pho, toasty-crisp banh mi, loaded vermicelli bowls, and satisfying rice plates, all with that fresh,…
AZ Pho & Grill
RestaurantsSmoking Tiger Korean BBQ
RestaurantsCraving that grill-it-yourself feast without babysitting the backyard? Smoking Tiger Korean BBQ brings the fun to the table with circular…
Smoking Tiger Korean BBQ
RestaurantsDC Steak House
RestaurantsWhen you want a proper date-night splurge, DC Steak House delivers classic steaks, seafood, and chops in Downtown Chandler with that…
DC Steak House
RestaurantsCulinary Dropout
RestaurantsCool, British-style gastropub chain with quirky decor, serving inventive cocktails & comfort food.
Culinary Dropout
RestaurantsAnother Broken Egg Cafe
RestaurantsCasual chain featuring egg dishes & other breakfast items, plus brunch sandwiches.
Another Broken Egg Cafe
RestaurantsAmerican Way Smokehouse
RestaurantsQuirky, low-key eatery offering BBQ sandwiches with smoked brisket, pork & pastrami plus desserts.
American Way Smokehouse
RestaurantsMasa Sushi Japanese Cuisine Gilbert
RestaurantsJapanese eatery offering multiple bento boxes & happy-hour deals under colorful paper lanterns.
Masa Sushi Japanese Cuisine Gilbert
RestaurantsBuck & Rider Gilbert
RestaurantsRelaxed, coastal-themed eatery offering globally sourced seafood dishes, a raw bar and cocktails.
Buck & Rider Gilbert
RestaurantsSmoke & Grain
RestaurantsBurgers, margaritas, and other American and Southwestern fare dished up in a casual bar.
Smoke & Grain
RestaurantsBackyard - Gilbert
RestaurantsMenu of elevated bar favorites with TVs, live music and a patio for burgers, wings, pizza, tacos and nachos.
Backyard - Gilbert
RestaurantsSekai Sushi
RestaurantsRelaxed strip-mall locale supplying familiar & inventive sushi alongside standard Japanese bites.
Sekai Sushi
RestaurantsGrimaldi's Pizzeria
RestaurantsCasual, Brooklyn-based pizzeria chain serving brick-oven pies & calzones, plus wine & beer.
Grimaldi's Pizzeria
RestaurantsSnooze, an A.M. Eatery
RestaurantsVibrant, retro chain serving a seasonal menu of creative breakfast & lunch fare, plus cocktails.
Snooze, an A.M. Eatery
RestaurantsAZ Pho & Grill
RestaurantsVietnamese joint serving noodle soups, banh mi sandwiches & bubble tea in a roomy, relaxed space.
AZ Pho & Grill
RestaurantsHenhouse Cafe
RestaurantsPopular, laid-back cafe serving pancakes, omelets and other familiar breakfast fare.
Henhouse Cafe
RestaurantsShimogamo Sushi and Grill
RestaurantsLively Japanese restaurant offering sushi, yakitori, and robata dishes, plus sake and cocktails.
Shimogamo Sushi and Grill
RestaurantsFirebirds Wood Fired Grill
RestaurantsChain restaurant serving steaks, seafood & cocktails in an upscale lodgelike setting.
Firebirds Wood Fired Grill
RestaurantsVenezia's New York Style Pizzeria
RestaurantsCounter-service pizzeria serving New York-style pies alongside salads, baked ziti & other pastas.
Venezia's New York Style Pizzeria
RestaurantsPicazzo's Healthy Italian Kitchen
RestaurantsEasygoing eatery serving a mainly gluten-free menu of specialty pizzas & pastas, with vegan options.
Picazzo's Healthy Italian Kitchen
RestaurantsArizona Wilderness Gilbert Brewpub
RestaurantsDown-to-earth brewpub with a variety of craft beers, imaginative American fare & patio seating.
Arizona Wilderness Gilbert Brewpub
RestaurantsOutback Steakhouse
RestaurantsBoisterous Australian-themed chain serving steaks, seafood & other hearty steakhouse fare.
Outback Steakhouse
RestaurantsWingstop
RestaurantsCasual counter-serve chain serving a variety of chicken wings & sides.
Wingstop
RestaurantsSeven Brothers
RestaurantsInformal counter-serve digs showcasing a modern take on American burgers, fries & milkshakes.
Seven Brothers
RestaurantsCarrabba's Italian Grill
RestaurantsChain eatery & bar serving a diverse menu of classic Italian fare in a family-friendly setting.
Carrabba's Italian Grill
RestaurantsUS Egg Breakfast and Lunch
RestaurantsLocal chain branch serving diner faves for breakfast & lunch in digs featuring American folk art.
US Egg Breakfast and Lunch
RestaurantsSushiya
RestaurantsFamily-friendly quarters serving standard Japanese dishes plus a large menu of sushi & sashimi.
Sushiya
RestaurantsThe Biscuit House
RestaurantsLocal chain serving breakfast, burgers, fried fish & American comfort food in a relaxed setting.
The Biscuit House
RestaurantsGeorge & Gather
RestaurantsModern pizzeria boasting sourdough-crust pies, pasta, and other dishes.
George & Gather
RestaurantsRetail vendor of barbecues and smokers, plus accessories like hot sauces and rubs for barbecuing.
Sushi Rock & Grill
RestaurantsRelaxed, clean Japanese restaurant for sushi and other specialties served at casual tables.
Sushi Rock & Grill
RestaurantsTexas Roadhouse
RestaurantsLively chain steakhouse serving American fare with a Southwestern spin amid Texas-themed decor.
Texas Roadhouse
RestaurantsDave's Hot Chicken
RestaurantsFunky restaurant specializing in Nashville-style hot chicken served in tenders, sliders, and sandwiches, plus fries.
Dave's Hot Chicken
RestaurantsPerry's Steakhouse & Grille - Gilbert
RestaurantsUpscale steakhouse & grill serving a menu including chops, seafood, wine & cocktails.
Perry's Steakhouse & Grille - Gilbert
RestaurantsHappy Bao's
RestaurantsCasual, eatery specializing in bao buns, dumplings and noodles with regional Chinese cooking plus fried rice, chow fun and desserts.
Happy Bao's
RestaurantsThe Gilbert House Restaurant
RestaurantsThis quaint, family-owned outfit serves diner-style breakfasts & lunches such as omelets & burgers.
The Gilbert House Restaurant
RestaurantsBirdcall
RestaurantsChicken sandwich spot with a patio and drive-thru, plus a putting green for fun.
Birdcall
RestaurantsElliott's Steakhouse
RestaurantsRelaxed yet elegant eatery for perfectly cooked steaks, seafood and baked treats in spacious surrounds.
Elliott's Steakhouse
RestaurantsOsaka Japanese Steakhouse
RestaurantsLively teppanyaki-style eatery featuring seafood, steaks and sushi plus kids' meals and entertainment.
Osaka Japanese Steakhouse
RestaurantsJINYA Ramen Bar
RestaurantsRamen chain featuring the customizable Japanese noodle dish and a range of toppings and broths, plus snacks.
JINYA Ramen Bar
RestaurantsDog Haus Biergarten
RestaurantsHuge, laid-back spot serving premium, handcrafted hot dogs & burgers, plus craft beer.
Dog Haus Biergarten
RestaurantsYANAGI SUSHI
RestaurantsA menu focused on classic & creative sushi alongside Japanese fare in a casual strip mall setting.
YANAGI SUSHI
RestaurantsBrio Italian Grille
RestaurantsRelaxed Italian chain eatery serving Tuscan-inspired grill fare, plus wine & cocktails.
Brio Italian Grille
RestaurantsCold Beers & Cheeseburgers
RestaurantsBright, casual hangout with burgers, beers & plenty of widescreen TVs for sports viewing.
Cold Beers & Cheeseburgers
RestaurantsNorth Italia
RestaurantsItalian chain offering handmade pizzas, pastas, and other dishes in a stylish space.
North Italia
RestaurantsPostino East
RestaurantsBright & airy restaurant featuring light Italian fare, dozens of wines by the glass & a patio.
Postino East
RestaurantsFirst Watch
RestaurantsCafe chain for health-minded breakfast, brunch & lunch options such as omelets, salads & soups.
First Watch
RestaurantsHash Kitchen
RestaurantsTrendy breakfast spot for pancakes, waffles, eggs and other classic fare, plus Bloody Marys.
Hash Kitchen
RestaurantsRyu Sushi & Teppanyaki
RestaurantsTailor-made grilled fare joins a full sushi bar menu at this contemporary Japanese restaurant.
Ryu Sushi & Teppanyaki
RestaurantsIn-N-Out Burger
RestaurantsClassic burger chain serving customizable burgers, hand-cut fries & shakes.
In-N-Out Burger
RestaurantsJoe's Real BBQ
RestaurantsCafeteria-style spot for barbecued ribs, chopped brisket & pulled pork, all smoked over pecan wood.
Joe's Real BBQ
RestaurantsSotol Modern Cocktail Kitchen
RestaurantsRelaxed eatery featuring creative drinks, a rooftop patio and Sonoran-inspired fare.
Sotol Modern Cocktail Kitchen
RestaurantsPhở Dalat Authentic Vietnamese Restaurant
RestaurantsAmid a jumble of bamboo & lanterns, this eatery serves up standard Vietnamese pho & rice dishes.
Phở Dalat Authentic Vietnamese Restaurant
RestaurantsPho Lotus
RestaurantsVietnamese staples like pho, banh mi & noodle bowls prepared in a calm, simply appointed eatery.
Pho Lotus
RestaurantsRainforest Cafe
RestaurantsRainforest-themed chain for updated classic fare amid jungle flora & animatronic animals.
Rainforest Cafe
RestaurantsFire & Brimstone Pizza Restaurant
RestaurantsNew American spot for wood-fired specialties & imaginative pizzas using locally sourced ingredients.
Fire & Brimstone Pizza Restaurant
RestaurantsSage & Barrel Craft Eatery
RestaurantsCasual eatery serving burgers and other familiar fare along with local craft beers, wines and cocktails in a relaxed setting.
Sage & Barrel Craft Eatery
RestaurantsJoe's Farm Grill
RestaurantsFast-food-style spot offering classic American fare in a sleek space set on a working farm.
Joe's Farm Grill
RestaurantsLiberty Market
RestaurantsSleek cafe serving espresso, breakfast, pizzas & American fare plus beer, wine & cocktails.
Liberty Market
RestaurantsBig Island Hawaiian BBQ
RestaurantsLow-key option providing Hawaiian-style BBQ & Asian-influenced eats in unpretentious surroundings.
Big Island Hawaiian BBQ
RestaurantsLucky Strike Gilbert
RestaurantsBowling alley chain featuring billiards, arcade games & snacks; some locations offer laser tag.
Lucky Strike Gilbert
RestaurantsGolden Corral Buffet & Grill
RestaurantsFamily-friendly buffet chain featuring all-you-can-eat American fare, plus salad & dessert bars.
Golden Corral Buffet & Grill
RestaurantsKona Grill - Gilbert
RestaurantsSleek chain with a broad New American menu including low-calorie options, plus sushi & cocktails.
Kona Grill - Gilbert
RestaurantsWingstop
RestaurantsCasual counter-serve chain serving a variety of chicken wings & sides.
Wingstop
RestaurantsCaldwell County BBQ
RestaurantsWood-smoked, Texas-style BBQ classics turned out in timber-lined digs with outdoor picnic tables.
Caldwell County BBQ
RestaurantsMae-Khong Thai Tapas & Bar
RestaurantsCasual restaurant in the Mesa Grand Shopping Center offering Thai favorites, plus cocktails.
Mae-Khong Thai Tapas & Bar
RestaurantsTemari Sushi
RestaurantsCozy, colorful sushi bar & Japanese eatery, with a focus on specialty sushi rolls.
Temari Sushi
RestaurantsRustler’s Rooste
RestaurantsWestern-themed restaurant on a golf resort bringing together steaks, sweeping views & country bands.
Rustler’s Rooste
RestaurantsTorchy's Tacos
RestaurantsBuzzy chain serving Mexican street-food-style tacos in inventive varieties, including for breakfast.
Torchy's Tacos
RestaurantsFlower Child
RestaurantsCounter-serve chain serving health-conscious New American cuisine with vegetarian and vegan options.
Flower Child
RestaurantsBuono’s Pizza
RestaurantsCasual, family-friendly pizza parlor dishing up New York-style pies, calzones and pasta dinners.
Buono’s Pizza
RestaurantsBy The Bucket Gilbert
RestaurantsComfort eats (noodles and bread included) served in buckets for families (or solo diners), plus marinara and meatballs.
By The Bucket Gilbert
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