Opening
Bad Jimmy’s
Scottsdale is fortunate to have scored the second location of Bad Jimmy’s, a smash burger joint extraordinaire that fashions burgers with K4 Ranch premium Arizona beef. In the former Starlite BBQ & Whiskey Bar.
7620 E. Indian School Rd., Scottsdale, badjimmys.com
Caffenio
The first U.S. location for this Mexican coffee company that serves hot and cold coffee drinks along with a small food menu.
1252 W. Southern Ave., Mesa, caffenio.com
Cheba Hut
Cannabis-themed Cheba Hut has opened its 11th Valley location, featuring “toasted” subs and a classic car theme.
8776 E. Shea Blvd., Scottsdale, chebahut.com
Chicharron Shack
For Dominican and Puerto Rican food, check out this new eatery in Glendale that serves chicharrons (chicken and pork) fried plantains and empanadas.
6727 N. 47th Ave., Glendale, chicharronshack.com
Da Kitchin Grill
Breakfast and lunch grill whipping up comfort food favorites, from biscuits and gravy and eggs Benedict to shrimp and grits and cheeseburgers.
4902 E. Warner Rd., Phoenix, dakitchingrill.com
Detroit Coney Grill
A second location for this Michigan-themed hamburger and hot dog spot.
1422 W. Warner Rd., Gilbert, detroitconeygrill.com
Dos Victorias Mexican Food
A new Mexican restaurant from Monterey, California, has opened in Chandler with an expansive menu that includes breakfast burros and combination plates, burritos, tacos, enchiladas and more.
5865 W. Ray Rd., Chandler, dosvictorias.com
Dynamite Beer Co.
Cave Creek’s Dynamite Beer Co. has taken over the former Huss Brewing location in Uptown Plaza. The new digs include a bottle shop, a kitchen with snacks, salads and sandwiches and a taproom with indoor, outdoor seating.
100 E. Camelback Rd., Phoenix, dynamitebeer.com
Edo Japanese Grill
Edo specializes in made-to-order Japanese teppanyaki meals, sushi, bento boxes and poke bowls. First U.S. location for this Canadian fast-casual restaurant.
2780 W. Chandler Blvd., Chandler, edojapanesegrill.com
Faava
A casual, everyday Mediterranean restaurant from the folks at Zest Hospitality Group (Feringhee Modern Indian Cuisine), featuring hummus, grilled kebabs and stuffed pita.
3491 W. Frye Rd., Chandler, faava.us
Filthy Animal
Pretty Decent Concepts (Wren & Wolf, Carry On) has opened a new concept in the former PF Chang’s space, offering wood-fired fare for dinner only. Brunch and lunch coming soon.
740 S. Mill Ave., Tempe, thisisfilthyanimal.com
George & Gather
Scratch kitchen, all-day dining, grab-and-go meals, indoor-outdoor bar and cozy fireplace are the stars of this new gathering spot in downtown Chandler.
336 S. Washington St., Chandler, georgeandgather.com
Green Chile Love
The popular Green Chile Love food truck now has a brick-and-mortar location in Ahwatukee, serving burritos, tacos, burgers and enchiladas. Breakfast served all day.
4025 E. Chandler Blvd., Chandler, greenchilelove.com
Haymaker
Westside Concepts has added a fourth Haymaker to its restaurant portfolio with all-day breakfast, a great burger selection and comforting entrees like fish and chips and meatloaf.
20990 W. Sentinel Dr., Buckeye, haymakeraz.com
Jamie’s Bottle Shop
From Jamie Hormel: A bottle shop with more than 700 bottles in stock with price points from $15 and a tidy menu of charcuterie, salads and sandwiches.
7033 E. Main St., Scottsdale, jamiesbottleshop.com
JL Patisserie
Jenna Leurquin has opened a third location of her delightful patisserie, just south of Sky Harbor International Airport.
2601 N. 24th St., Phoenix, jlpatisserie.com
Jolt N Bolt
You’ll find all-day breakfast, lunch wraps, sandwiches and salads along with juices, smoothies and coffee for “the best buzz in town.”
4024 E. Guadalupe Rd., Gilbert, joltnboltaz.com
Liquor Pig
Globally inspired, seasonal and sustainable fare along with craft cocktails by industry veterans Scott Casey and Steve “Chops” Smith.
7217 E. Fourth Ave., Scottsdale, liquorpigscottsdale.com
Macayo’s Mexican Food
The Tempe location of this popular Mexican restaurant has moved to a new home in the Cornerstone development.
715 S. Rural Rd., Tempe, macayo.com
Miel de Agave
A second location for this upscale Mexican steakhouse that also features craft cocktails and a full menu of Mexican favorites, including fresh guacamole, green chili enchiladas and carne asada.
325 S. Arizona Ave., Chandler, mieldeagavechandler.com
Moka & Co.
New-to-market cafe specializing in Yemeni coffee, espresso and matcha drinks, frozen blends and refreshers.
1766 S. Greenfield Rd., Mesa, mokanco.com
The Pemberton
This fun outdoor dining, entertainment and art-friendly historic house on Roosevelt Row has reopened after closing last March.
1121 N. Second St., Phoenix, thepemberton.com
Queen Creek Barbecue Co.
The owners of Bama BBQ 4 Ever food truck have opened a brick-and-mortar restaurant, serving up barbecued brisket, pork, chicken, burritos, mac and cheese bowls and more.
21824 S. Ellsworth Rd., Queen Creek, queencreekbbqco.com
Real Kabob Persian Mediterranean Grill
Look for beef and chicken kabobs along with hummus, dips and side dishes at this new casual eatery.
1395 S. Arizona Ave., Chandler, realkabobchandler.com
Ricemill
Fast-casual concept with chef-driven, Asian-inspired rice bowls at the Collier Center in Downtown Phoenix.
201 E. Washington St., Phoenix, eatricemill.com
Sana Sana Cerveceria
Roosevelt Row is now home to a craft brewery inspired by Hispanic culture and heritage. Currently no kitchen, but owners will partner with food trucks.
915 N. Fourth St., Phoenix, sanasanacerveza.com
Shio Ramen & Crudo
The folks from Sushiholic have opened a new concept at SkySong (in the former Clever Ramen space), offering ramen with made-from-scratch broth.
1455 N. Scottsdale Rd., Scottsdale, 480-264-3344
Sweet Republic
Artisan ice cream spot Sweet Republic has opened a fourth location, this time in Old Town Scottsdale.
3712 N. Scottsdale Rd., Scottsdale, sweetrepublic.com
Title 9 Sports Grill
Phoenix now has a sports bar centered around women’s athletics. Stop by for a drink and watch a game.
4221 N. Seventh Ave., Phoenix, titleninesportsgrill.com
Tom’s Watch Bar
A Colorado-based sports bar sets up shop in Phoenix where you can watch sporting events on more than 100 TVs, eat fan favorites like pickle-brined crispy chicken and prime rib dip with plenty of beverages.
3 S. Second St., Phoenix, tomswatchbar.com
Closing
The Beer Research Institute, a Mesa taproom and kitchen, has closed after 10 years.
Two-year-old Brekky/Brunch in Chandler has called it quits.
Kneaders Bakery & Café has closed six of its 11 Valley restaurants.
San Diego-based Mr. Moto Pizza closes after three years at 40th Street and Camelback Road.
Corn dog chain Myungrang Hot Dog has closed its Westgate location, but the Mesa location remains open.
Netta Cheta’s on Mill has closed and sold to new owners, according to the restaurant’s Instagram page.
Oregano’s Pizza Bistro in downtown Tempe has served its last pizza, leaving the homegrown chain with 14 Valley outlets.
Owners Mark and Lauren Teahen of Scottsdale Quarter’s Sorso Wine Room will shutter at the end of April after 10 years due to a hefty rent increase.
Gilbert’s Taproom 120 hosted its last punk rock show and closed its taproom that opened in December 2022.
