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

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When you need no-fuss comfort, Pho Chandler serves traditional Vietnamese favorites from soul-warming pho to light, pile-on-the-herbs…

4055 S Arizona Ave #8 (Chandler)

When you need no-fuss comfort, Pho Chandler serves traditional Vietnamese favorites from soul-warming pho to light, pile-on-the-herbs vermicelli that just hits right. Family-run, friendly, and reliably tasty, it’s the kind of spot you put on weekly rotation and wonder why you ever tried to DIY broth at home.

From the Maricopa newsletter, August 6, 2026

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Between the Double Smashburger, the signature Zinburger with manchego and zinfandel-braised onions, and truffle-loaded fries, Zinburger…

344 N Gilbert Rd (Gilbert)

Between the Double Smashburger, the signature Zinburger with manchego and zinfandel-braised onions, and truffle-loaded fries, Zinburger (Gilbert) nails the indulgent side of dinner. Cap it with a thick shake or a proper cocktail and call it a weeknight win.

From the San Tan Valley newsletter, August 3, 2026

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AZ Pho & Grill

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AZ Pho & Grill serves aromatic pho, toasty-crisp banh mi, loaded vermicelli bowls, and satisfying rice plates, all with that fresh,…

1674 N Higley Rd #104 (Gilbert)

AZ Pho & Grill serves aromatic pho, toasty-crisp banh mi, loaded vermicelli bowls, and satisfying rice plates, all with that fresh, healthy, delicious vibe. Hit the Chefs' Special Dishes this week and skip the cooking, the Gilbert Road location is near Queen Creek and San Tan Valley.

From the San Tan Valley newsletter, August 7, 2026

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Craving that grill-it-yourself feast without babysitting the backyard? Smoking Tiger Korean BBQ brings the fun to the table with circular…

1919 S Gilbert Rd (Mesa) · ✓ checked Jul 28

Craving that grill-it-yourself feast without babysitting the backyard? Smoking Tiger Korean BBQ brings the fun to the table with circular grills, premium USDA Prime and Wagyu cuts, plus a stacked lineup of beef, pork, and seafood, so rally the crew and eat sizzling together.

From the East Valley newsletter, August 4, 2026

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DC Steak House

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When you want a proper date-night splurge, DC Steak House delivers classic steaks, seafood, and chops in Downtown Chandler with that…

180 S Arizona Ave Ste 106 (Chandler) · ✓ checked Jul 28

When you want a proper date-night splurge, DC Steak House delivers classic steaks, seafood, and chops in Downtown Chandler with that old-school surf-and-turf vibe. Pro tip, share the blackened steak bites and lobster mashed potatoes, then let the chocolate cake finish the argument about who’s driving.

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Culinary Dropout

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Cool, British-style gastropub chain with quirky decor, serving inventive cocktails & comfort food.

383 N Gilbert Rd (Gilbert)

Cool, British-style gastropub chain with quirky decor, serving inventive cocktails & comfort food.

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Casual chain featuring egg dishes & other breakfast items, plus brunch sandwiches.

2484 S Santan Village Pkwy #108 (Gilbert)

Casual chain featuring egg dishes & other breakfast items, plus brunch sandwiches.

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Quirky, low-key eatery offering BBQ sandwiches with smoked brisket, pork & pastrami plus desserts.

1509 N Arizona Ave (Chandler)

Quirky, low-key eatery offering BBQ sandwiches with smoked brisket, pork & pastrami plus desserts.

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Japanese eatery offering multiple bento boxes & happy-hour deals under colorful paper lanterns.

865 N Gilbert Rd (Gilbert)

Japanese eatery offering multiple bento boxes & happy-hour deals under colorful paper lanterns.

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Relaxed, coastal-themed eatery offering globally sourced seafood dishes, a raw bar and cocktails.

3150 E Ray Rd (Gilbert)

Relaxed, coastal-themed eatery offering globally sourced seafood dishes, a raw bar and cocktails.

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Smoke & Grain

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Burgers, margaritas, and other American and Southwestern fare dished up in a casual bar.

1695 S Santan Village Pkwy (Gilbert)

Burgers, margaritas, and other American and Southwestern fare dished up in a casual bar.

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Menu of elevated bar favorites with TVs, live music and a patio for burgers, wings, pizza, tacos and nachos.

1975 E Williams Field Rd (Gilbert)

Menu of elevated bar favorites with TVs, live music and a patio for burgers, wings, pizza, tacos and nachos.

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Sekai Sushi

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Relaxed strip-mall locale supplying familiar & inventive sushi alongside standard Japanese bites.

1017 S Gilbert Rd #109 (Mesa)

Relaxed strip-mall locale supplying familiar & inventive sushi alongside standard Japanese bites.

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Casual, Brooklyn-based pizzeria chain serving brick-oven pies & calzones, plus wine & beer.

2168 E Williams Field Rd #102 (Gilbert)

Casual, Brooklyn-based pizzeria chain serving brick-oven pies & calzones, plus wine & beer.

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Vibrant, retro chain serving a seasonal menu of creative breakfast & lunch fare, plus cocktails.

310 N Gilbert Rd (Gilbert)

Vibrant, retro chain serving a seasonal menu of creative breakfast & lunch fare, plus cocktails.

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AZ Pho & Grill

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Vietnamese joint serving noodle soups, banh mi sandwiches & bubble tea in a roomy, relaxed space.

3140 S Gilbert Rd #1 (Chandler)

Vietnamese joint serving noodle soups, banh mi sandwiches & bubble tea in a roomy, relaxed space.

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Henhouse Cafe

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Popular, laid-back cafe serving pancakes, omelets and other familiar breakfast fare.

3133 S Lindsay Rd (Gilbert)

Popular, laid-back cafe serving pancakes, omelets and other familiar breakfast fare.

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Lively Japanese restaurant offering sushi, yakitori, and robata dishes, plus sake and cocktails.

2320 S Santan Village Pkwy Ste 104 (Gilbert)

Lively Japanese restaurant offering sushi, yakitori, and robata dishes, plus sake and cocktails.

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Chain restaurant serving steaks, seafood & cocktails in an upscale lodgelike setting.

1930 E Williams Field Rd (Gilbert)

Chain restaurant serving steaks, seafood & cocktails in an upscale lodgelike setting.

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Counter-service pizzeria serving New York-style pies alongside salads, baked ziti & other pastas.

744 W Ray Rd #101 (Gilbert)

Counter-service pizzeria serving New York-style pies alongside salads, baked ziti & other pastas.

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Easygoing eatery serving a mainly gluten-free menu of specialty pizzas & pastas, with vegan options.

884 E Williams Field Rd (Gilbert)

Easygoing eatery serving a mainly gluten-free menu of specialty pizzas & pastas, with vegan options.

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Down-to-earth brewpub with a variety of craft beers, imaginative American fare & patio seating.

721 N Arizona Ave (Gilbert)

Down-to-earth brewpub with a variety of craft beers, imaginative American fare & patio seating.

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Boisterous Australian-themed chain serving steaks, seafood & other hearty steakhouse fare.

2687 S Market St (Gilbert)

Boisterous Australian-themed chain serving steaks, seafood & other hearty steakhouse fare.

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Wingstop

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Casual counter-serve chain serving a variety of chicken wings & sides.

4049 E Williams Field Rd #107 (Gilbert)

Casual counter-serve chain serving a variety of chicken wings & sides.

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Seven Brothers

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Informal counter-serve digs showcasing a modern take on American burgers, fries & milkshakes.

2904 S Santan Village Pkwy #104 (Gilbert)

Informal counter-serve digs showcasing a modern take on American burgers, fries & milkshakes.

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Chain eatery & bar serving a diverse menu of classic Italian fare in a family-friendly setting.

2709 S Market St (Gilbert)

Chain eatery & bar serving a diverse menu of classic Italian fare in a family-friendly setting.

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Local chain branch serving diner faves for breakfast & lunch in digs featuring American folk art.

131 E Baseline Rd Ste F (Tempe)

Local chain branch serving diner faves for breakfast & lunch in digs featuring American folk art.

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Sushiya

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Family-friendly quarters serving standard Japanese dishes plus a large menu of sushi & sashimi.

2531 S Gilbert Rd #109 (Gilbert)

Family-friendly quarters serving standard Japanese dishes plus a large menu of sushi & sashimi.

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Local chain serving breakfast, burgers, fried fish & American comfort food in a relaxed setting.

1235 N Gilbert Rd (Gilbert)

Local chain serving breakfast, burgers, fried fish & American comfort food in a relaxed setting.

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George & Gather

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Modern pizzeria boasting sourdough-crust pies, pasta, and other dishes.

336 S Washington St (Chandler)

Modern pizzeria boasting sourdough-crust pies, pasta, and other dishes.

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Retail vendor of barbecues and smokers, plus accessories like hot sauces and rubs for barbecuing.

4630 E Ray Rd (Gilbert)

Retail vendor of barbecues and smokers, plus accessories like hot sauces and rubs for barbecuing.

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Relaxed, clean Japanese restaurant for sushi and other specialties served at casual tables.

3306 S Higley Rd #105 (Gilbert)

Relaxed, clean Japanese restaurant for sushi and other specialties served at casual tables.

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Texas Roadhouse

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Lively chain steakhouse serving American fare with a Southwestern spin amid Texas-themed decor.

3961 S Gilbert Rd (Gilbert)

Lively chain steakhouse serving American fare with a Southwestern spin amid Texas-themed decor.

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Funky restaurant specializing in Nashville-style hot chicken served in tenders, sliders, and sandwiches, plus fries.

1567 N Cooper Rd (Gilbert)

Funky restaurant specializing in Nashville-style hot chicken served in tenders, sliders, and sandwiches, plus fries.

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Upscale steakhouse & grill serving a menu including chops, seafood, wine & cocktails.

1865 S Santan Village Pkwy (Gilbert)

Upscale steakhouse & grill serving a menu including chops, seafood, wine & cocktails.

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Happy Bao's

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Casual, eatery specializing in bao buns, dumplings and noodles with regional Chinese cooking plus fried rice, chow fun and desserts.

66 S Dobson Rd Ste 112 (Mesa)

Casual, eatery specializing in bao buns, dumplings and noodles with regional Chinese cooking plus fried rice, chow fun and desserts.

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This quaint, family-owned outfit serves diner-style breakfasts & lunches such as omelets & burgers.

397 S Gilbert Rd #170 (Gilbert)

This quaint, family-owned outfit serves diner-style breakfasts & lunches such as omelets & burgers.

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Birdcall

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Chicken sandwich spot with a patio and drive-thru, plus a putting green for fun.

2220 S Santan Village Pkwy (Gilbert)

Chicken sandwich spot with a patio and drive-thru, plus a putting green for fun.

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Relaxed yet elegant eatery for perfectly cooked steaks, seafood and baked treats in spacious surrounds.

81 W Boston St (Chandler)

Relaxed yet elegant eatery for perfectly cooked steaks, seafood and baked treats in spacious surrounds.

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Lively teppanyaki-style eatery featuring seafood, steaks and sushi plus kids' meals and entertainment.

3843 S Gilbert Rd (Gilbert)

Lively teppanyaki-style eatery featuring seafood, steaks and sushi plus kids' meals and entertainment.

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JINYA Ramen Bar

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Ramen chain featuring the customizable Japanese noodle dish and a range of toppings and broths, plus snacks.

130 S Arizona Ave #1 (Chandler) · ✓ checked Aug 5

Ramen chain featuring the customizable Japanese noodle dish and a range of toppings and broths, plus snacks.

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Huge, laid-back spot serving premium, handcrafted hot dogs & burgers, plus craft beer.

2224 E Williams Field Rd #107 (Gilbert)

Huge, laid-back spot serving premium, handcrafted hot dogs & burgers, plus craft beer.

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YANAGI SUSHI

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A menu focused on classic & creative sushi alongside Japanese fare in a casual strip mall setting.

884 W Warner Rd (Gilbert)

A menu focused on classic & creative sushi alongside Japanese fare in a casual strip mall setting.

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Relaxed Italian chain eatery serving Tuscan-inspired grill fare, plus wine & cocktails.

2150 E Williams Field Rd #118 (Gilbert)

Relaxed Italian chain eatery serving Tuscan-inspired grill fare, plus wine & cocktails.

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Bright, casual hangout with burgers, beers & plenty of widescreen TVs for sports viewing.

1026 S Gilbert Rd (Gilbert)

Bright, casual hangout with burgers, beers & plenty of widescreen TVs for sports viewing.

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North Italia

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Italian chain offering handmade pizzas, pastas, and other dishes in a stylish space.

1950 E Williams Field Rd #102 (Gilbert)

Italian chain offering handmade pizzas, pastas, and other dishes in a stylish space.

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Postino East

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Bright & airy restaurant featuring light Italian fare, dozens of wines by the glass & a patio.

302 N Gilbert Rd #102 (Gilbert)

Bright & airy restaurant featuring light Italian fare, dozens of wines by the glass & a patio.

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First Watch

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Cafe chain for health-minded breakfast, brunch & lunch options such as omelets, salads & soups.

2475 S Val Vista Dr Ste.105 Ste. 105 (Gilbert)

Cafe chain for health-minded breakfast, brunch & lunch options such as omelets, salads & soups.

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Hash Kitchen

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Trendy breakfast spot for pancakes, waffles, eggs and other classic fare, plus Bloody Marys.

3919 E Williams Field Rd #106 (Gilbert)

Trendy breakfast spot for pancakes, waffles, eggs and other classic fare, plus Bloody Marys.

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Tailor-made grilled fare joins a full sushi bar menu at this contemporary Japanese restaurant.

2512 S Val Vista Dr #101 (Gilbert) · ✓ checked Aug 5

Tailor-made grilled fare joins a full sushi bar menu at this contemporary Japanese restaurant.

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In-N-Out Burger

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Classic burger chain serving customizable burgers, hand-cut fries & shakes.

2449 S Market St (Gilbert)

Classic burger chain serving customizable burgers, hand-cut fries & shakes.

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Joe's Real BBQ

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Cafeteria-style spot for barbecued ribs, chopped brisket & pulled pork, all smoked over pecan wood.

301 N Gilbert Rd (Gilbert)

Cafeteria-style spot for barbecued ribs, chopped brisket & pulled pork, all smoked over pecan wood.

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Relaxed eatery featuring creative drinks, a rooftop patio and Sonoran-inspired fare.

313 N Gilbert Rd #301 (Gilbert)

Relaxed eatery featuring creative drinks, a rooftop patio and Sonoran-inspired fare.

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Amid a jumble of bamboo & lanterns, this eatery serves up standard Vietnamese pho & rice dishes.

7707 S Kyrene Rd #106 (Tempe)

Amid a jumble of bamboo & lanterns, this eatery serves up standard Vietnamese pho & rice dishes.

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Pho Lotus

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Vietnamese staples like pho, banh mi & noodle bowls prepared in a calm, simply appointed eatery.

835 N Gilbert Rd #107 (Gilbert)

Vietnamese staples like pho, banh mi & noodle bowls prepared in a calm, simply appointed eatery.

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Rainforest Cafe

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Rainforest-themed chain for updated classic fare amid jungle flora & animatronic animals.

5000 S Arizona Mills Cir (Tempe)

Rainforest-themed chain for updated classic fare amid jungle flora & animatronic animals.

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New American spot for wood-fired specialties & imaginative pizzas using locally sourced ingredients.

3000 E Ray Rd Bldg 6 suite 101 (Gilbert)

New American spot for wood-fired specialties & imaginative pizzas using locally sourced ingredients.

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Casual eatery serving burgers and other familiar fare along with local craft beers, wines and cocktails in a relaxed setting.

7215 S Power Rd #107 (Queen Creek)

Casual eatery serving burgers and other familiar fare along with local craft beers, wines and cocktails in a relaxed setting.

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Joe's Farm Grill

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Fast-food-style spot offering classic American fare in a sleek space set on a working farm.

3000 E Ray Rd (Gilbert)

Fast-food-style spot offering classic American fare in a sleek space set on a working farm.

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Liberty Market

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Sleek cafe serving espresso, breakfast, pizzas & American fare plus beer, wine & cocktails.

230 N Gilbert Rd (Gilbert)

Sleek cafe serving espresso, breakfast, pizzas & American fare plus beer, wine & cocktails.

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Low-key option providing Hawaiian-style BBQ & Asian-influenced eats in unpretentious surroundings.

2919 S Market St #100 (Gilbert)

Low-key option providing Hawaiian-style BBQ & Asian-influenced eats in unpretentious surroundings.

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Bowling alley chain featuring billiards, arcade games & snacks; some locations offer laser tag.

1160 S Gilbert Rd (Gilbert)

Bowling alley chain featuring billiards, arcade games & snacks; some locations offer laser tag.

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Family-friendly buffet chain featuring all-you-can-eat American fare, plus salad & dessert bars.

1318 N Cooper Rd (Gilbert)

Family-friendly buffet chain featuring all-you-can-eat American fare, plus salad & dessert bars.

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Sleek chain with a broad New American menu including low-calorie options, plus sushi & cocktails.

2224 E Williams Field Rd #101 (Gilbert)

Sleek chain with a broad New American menu including low-calorie options, plus sushi & cocktails.

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Wingstop

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Casual counter-serve chain serving a variety of chicken wings & sides.

3757 S Gilbert Rd Ste 104 (Gilbert)

Casual counter-serve chain serving a variety of chicken wings & sides.

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Wood-smoked, Texas-style BBQ classics turned out in timber-lined digs with outdoor picnic tables.

18324 E Nunneley Rd (Gilbert)

Wood-smoked, Texas-style BBQ classics turned out in timber-lined digs with outdoor picnic tables.

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Casual restaurant in the Mesa Grand Shopping Center offering Thai favorites, plus cocktails.

1649 S Stapley Dr #103 (Mesa)

Casual restaurant in the Mesa Grand Shopping Center offering Thai favorites, plus cocktails.

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Temari Sushi

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Cozy, colorful sushi bar & Japanese eatery, with a focus on specialty sushi rolls.

919 N Val Vista Dr (Gilbert)

Cozy, colorful sushi bar & Japanese eatery, with a focus on specialty sushi rolls.

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Western-themed restaurant on a golf resort bringing together steaks, sweeping views & country bands.

8383 S 48th St (Phoenix) · ✓ checked Aug 5

Western-themed restaurant on a golf resort bringing together steaks, sweeping views & country bands.

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Torchy's Tacos

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Buzzy chain serving Mexican street-food-style tacos in inventive varieties, including for breakfast.

2320 S Santan Village Pkwy #101 (Gilbert)

Buzzy chain serving Mexican street-food-style tacos in inventive varieties, including for breakfast.

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Flower Child

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Counter-serve chain serving health-conscious New American cuisine with vegetarian and vegan options.

1950 E Williams Field Rd (Gilbert)

Counter-serve chain serving health-conscious New American cuisine with vegetarian and vegan options.

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Buono’s Pizza

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Casual, family-friendly pizza parlor dishing up New York-style pies, calzones and pasta dinners.

1464 E Williams Field Rd #108 (Gilbert)

Casual, family-friendly pizza parlor dishing up New York-style pies, calzones and pasta dinners.

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Comfort eats (noodles and bread included) served in buckets for families (or solo diners), plus marinara and meatballs.

785 W Warner Rd A112 (Gilbert)

Comfort eats (noodles and bread included) served in buckets for families (or solo diners), plus marinara and meatballs.

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