17 Things to Love About Globe-Miami

Globe-Miami is the self-proclaimed Mexican Food Capital of Arizona. In fact, you could argue Globe-Miami is in fact the Mexican Food Capital of the entire United States, with more Mexican restaurants per capita than any large city in the country. (Check out our article online to discover more). Globe itself boasts 10 Mexican restaurants: La Casita and La Casita East, El Ranchito, Chalo’s Casa Reynoso, Los Jilbertos, Los Robertos, Irene’s Real Mexican Food, La Luz del Dia, Kari’s Copper Cantina, and Guayo’s on the Trail. In Miami, try Guayos El Rey, Los Jilbertos, and Burger House. Check hours online – several open by 7 a.m. for breakfast. Like most locals, you’ll find your favorites for every craving.

There’s more to Miami than meets the eye – including a rich multicultural history centering on mining and ranching. Located just one block north of Highway 60, the Bullion Plaza Cultural Center and Museum delves into that fascinating history. Outside the museum’s entrance, you can marvel at the 240-ton haul truck bed holding a 35-ton haul truck. Inside, you’ll find thought-provoking permanent exhibits on Miami’s mining and ranching heritage, as well as the Mexican, Native American, and Slavic cultures that came together here. Other exhibits explore the minerals and geology of the local area.

First Fridays was launched by the City of Globe in 2021 to bring people together in the Historic Downtown District, spanning an eight-block area. Food trucks and craft vendors line Broad Street to satisfy your cravings, there’s live music, and local businesses stay open late and offer First Friday-only specials. The Cobre Valley Center for the Arts opens its doors, you can peek in the windows of the historic 1916 Train Depot, and there’s even a batting cage where you can slug it out. Themes and events vary each month and include classic car cruises, pony rides, karaoke, and makers markets. First Friday runs from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m., and public parking is available just outside the central area.

A Frank Balaam gallery. Photo by Kenneth Chan

Globe’s grand original courthouse, listed on the National Register of Historic Places, served as the seat of county government for 70 years. Once the home of lawyers, judges and prisoners, it was said that trials were held on the third floor so prisoners would have ample time to consider the error of their ways as they climbed the stairs to meet their fateful sentences. Now, the 1888 neoclassical revival building – with its 14-foot ceilings, gorgeous stairway with coppe banisters, and 20,000 square feet of floor space – serves as the creative heart of the community, housing art galleries, a quilt room, classrooms, and a theater for live performances. Admission is free, and arts and crafts are available to purchase in the gift shop.

Step back in time with a tour of Globe’s supposedly-haunted territorial jail. Built in 1910, fitted with a doorand-lever system manufactured by the renowned Pauly Company – and moved here from the infamous prison in Yuma, which had just closed – the jail still holds the dark ambiance of its glory days. Historian Tom Foster restored the doors and levers to working order, making it possible for visitors to experience just what it would have felt like – and sounded like – to be locked in. Tour director Rick Benning says, “It makes a lasting impression.” Benning will point out the original graffiti still marking the walls, and tells the famous story of the unsolved Kingsley-Olds murder case when a prisoner was shot and killed through the prison bars in the early morning hours while he slept on his cot. Call or stop by the Cobre Valley Center for the Arts to make arrangements for a tour.

PHOTO BY JUM LINDSTROM

A top draw for visitors and locals alike, the Pickle Barrel Trading Post is heading toward its 20th anniversary as a mainstay of Broad Street business. Housed in a former warehouse of the illustrious Old Dominion Copper Company, the store’s 8,000 square feet offer a wall-to-wall wealth of Southwestern and Native American goods, from buckskins to silver jewelry, rocks and minerals to collectible antiques, as well as cowboy hats, Pendleton blankets, and a curated selection of fine turquoise jewelry. Outdoors, you’ll find a riot of colorful Mexican yard art and wrought iron garden decor. When you enter, don’t forget to look up. Hanging from the rafters, you’ll see a magnificent 8-by10-foot portrait of Geronimo astride his pony, with the Southern Arizona landscape as a backdrop. Created by local artist Frank Balaam, the artwork may be the largest pencilon-canvas drawing in the world.

7Bloom / BRAVO Bloom 365 N. Broad Street,

Bloom Saturday 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.,

Globe-Miami isn’t just about Mexican food – we’re also fortunate to be home to two concept restaurants under the guidance of Chef John Wong, who takes his culinary inspiration from wide-ranging travels in Asia and Europe. Located in the heart of historic downtown Globe, Bloom offers artisan Asian cuisine: favorite dishes from Japan, China, Vietnam, Singapore, and Malaysia, including udon noodles and made-to-order sushi. Next door, Bravo Americano Moderno features wood-fired Neapolitan-style pizza, classic Italian dishes, sub sandwiches, and dessert specials. The seasonal menu incorporates high-quality, fresh, locally produced, in-season, often organic and healthful foods. Look for the benches in Bravo’s outdoor bar – they’re local history, made with wood from a former local bowling alley. (see ad page )

8Simply Sarah 661 S. Broad Street, Globe

There’s a reason Sarah Bernstein’s clothing and décor shop has been beloved in Globe since 1996: her eye for style, beauty, and craftsmanship, as well as her commitment to customer service, mean she regularly garners 5-star reviews – and visitors coming from the Valley and even farther just to visit her shop. The constantly changing stock, one-of-a-kind items, and gorgeous merchandise displays make Simply Sarah a delightful place to browse, play, and discover. Sarah carries finery for every budget: women’s clothing and accessories, statement jewelry, home décor, kitchen tools, and artisanal food items. Simply Sarah is a retail store that stands out like a handwritten note in a sea of e-mail correspondence.