Restaurant Listings
 The following restaurants are noteworthy establishments from around the Valley that specialize in a variety of cuisines, from Mexican to Chinese, Cuban to American. Please confirm information before visiting, and we solicit your help in correcting any errors in this guide. Price categories reflect average dinner entrée prices; drinks, tax and tip are extra. Happy dining!
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Japanese
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Benihana
Japanese
Scottsdale, Arizona - 14603 N. Scottsdale Rd., Scottsdale - 480-444-0068 - $$
If you prefer your meal with a side of authentic Japanese entertainment, try this authentic teppanyaki/hibachi restaurant, where your meal is prepared and served by a performing chef right at your table. Try the Benihana Chicken Picante, the classic Hibachi Steak or one of Benhihana’s signature sushi dishes. Lunch and dinner daily.
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blu Sushi
Japanese/Sushi
Litchfield Park, Arizona - 118 Old Litchfield Rd - 623-535-4935 - $$$
While not quite yet a “destination” sushi joint to make people travel from afar, blu Sushi is a classy option for west-siders looking for a fun evening out. It has a modern yet relaxed vibe, full of dark wood, candles and an open feel, but with a cozy lounge section if you want to really chill. The place is in the heart of Litchfield Park across the street from the Wigwam Golf Resort & Spa. The owners also own the Wigwam Golf Course, but the businesses aren’t affiliated. Recommendations: Lobster tail roll; gold combination; Las Vegas roll; Golden Gate roll; “rock and roll.” 11 a.m.-10 p.m., daily (kitchen); bar open until at least 11 p.m., Th-Sa
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Cherryblossom Noodle Café
Italian/Japanese
Phoenix, Arizona - 914 E. Camelback Rd. - 602-248-9090 - $$
Operated by the folks at Tokyo Express, this European-looking restaurant devotes itself to noodles – Asian and Italian. Naturally, the Japanese specialties are the best, so go for yakisoba, udon and coffee jelly (a Jell-O-like dessert) that is very popular in Japan. Lunch and dinner daily.
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Hana Japanese Eatery
Japanese/Sushi
Phoenix, AZ - 5524 N. Seventh Ave - 602-973-1238 - $-$$-$$$
Family-owned and family-friendly, Hana captures the hearts, minds and bellies of locals who appreciate the warmth of the staff, the freshness of the fish (much of it bought whole and cut in house), and the authenticity of the traditional food. Expect to find sushi, bento, noodles, tempura, grilled fish and teppan-style meats and seafood.
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Kyoto
Japanese
Scottsdale, Arizona - 7170 E. Stetson Dr. - 480-990-9374 - $$
By 6 p.m. most nights, this sushi bar and teppanyaki restaurant is slammed with 20-somethings, who party their way through dinner before hitting the clubs. High turnover equals fresh fish. Lunch M-F, dinner nightly.
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Mikado
Japanese/Sushi
East Valley, Arizona - 3125 S. Alma School Rd., Chandler - 480-726-0255 - $$
Except for the imaginative maki-zushi, there’s nothing trendy about this cozy neighborhood Japanese restaurant and sushi bar, which offers oshibori and old-school hospitality. Good tempura and udon. Lunch and dinner M-Sa.
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Pure Sushi
Japanese/Sushi
Scottsdale, AZ - 20567 N. Hayden Rd. - 480-355-0998 - $$-$$$
Although it’s attractive by day, Pure is a glowing fairyland by night, a huge draw for the mostly beautiful people who inhabit the place. Try specialty rolls such as the In & Out or the Creamy Baked Lobster as well as entrées such as sea bass with lemongrass-soy and sweet miso.
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Roka Akor
Japanese
Scottsdale, AZ - 7299 N. Scottsdale Rd. - 480-306-8800 - $$$
The open charcoal-fire robata grill anchors this polished-looking Japanese restaurant, which is designed with rammed earth walls, glass and reclaimed wood. Robatayaki (a grilling technique devised by Japanese fishermen) also provides inspiration for an eclectic and contemporary menu that features sushi, salads, small plates and grilled entrees, offered on handmade dinnerware. Check out Roka’s many shochu cocktails and grab a seat on the patio. Lunch M-F, dinner nightly.
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Roka Akor
Japanese
Scottsdale, Arizona - 7299 N. Scottsdale Rd. - 480-306-8800 - $$$
The open charcoal-fire robata grill anchors this polished-looking Japanese restaurant, which is designed with rammed earth walls, glass and reclaimed wood. Robatayaki (a grilling technique devised by Japanese fishermen) also provides inspiration for an eclectic and contemporary menu that features sushi, salads, small plates and grilled entrees, offered on handmade dinnerware. Check out Roka’s many shochu cocktails and grab a seat on the patio. Lunch M-F, dinner nightly
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Sapporo
Japanese/Pacific Rim
Scottsdale, Arizona - 14344 N. Scottsdale Rd. - 480-607-1114 - $$
Hard to say what the “in” crowd likes about this North Scottsdale hotspot: the over-the-top décor, lengthy sushi menu, teppanyaki or Pacific Rim Cuisine. Probably just the pickin’s. Dinner daily.
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