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he culinary scene in the Valley is growing by the day. Don’t believe us? Check out just some of the new venues that have opened their doors in recent months or are set to start serving.
churro waffles, health protein plates and pizza hash, as well as salads, sandwiches and a full bar and coffee menu. Scottsdale Quarter, 15147 N. Scottsdale Road, Unit H133, Scottsdale, 480.361.6698, breakfastkitchenbar.com.
vegetable chutney. The interior design incorporates European finishes and even pays tribute to the namesake owner, Sonata, in a stunning portrait. 10050 N. Scottsdale Road, Suite 127, Scottsdale, 480.477.1390, sonatasrestaurant.com.
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SWEET PROVISIONS Sweet Provisions will take you back to being a kid with gourmet treats for all ages, including fresh-churned ice cream, frosty floats, cookies, and decadent shakes. It’s the perfect stop after your meal for a sweet treat with family or a sweet afternoon pick me up. 8120 N. Hayden Road, Scottsdale, 480.275.2676, sweetprovisionsaz.com.
MODERN MARKET Modern Market features clean, simple food made from scratch with locally sourced ingredients, ordered from a counter and served fast. Modern Market Scottsdale’s location is an adaptive reuse of a historical midcentury modern bank. It is set to breathe new life into this stunning setting, thanks to an artful remodel that mixes rustic woods, vintage light fixtures and cozy seating with the sleek, bustling backdrop. 4821 N. Scottsdale Road, Suite 100, Scottsdale, 480.947.1131, modmarket.com.
Hearth ’61 is the ingredient-driven on-property restaurant at the new Mountain Shadows resort in Paradise Valley. Featuring a wood-fired hearth that prepares a featured daily roast, the restaurant is headed by Valley legend Charles Wiley. The restaurant is open daily for breakfast, lunch and dinner, showcasing a seasonal menu, along with an inventive cocktail program, unparalleled hospitality and some of the best views in the Valley. Mountain Shadows, 5445 E. Lincoln Drive, Paradise Valley, 855.485.1417, hearth61.com.
LIBERTY STATION AMERICAN TAVERN AND SMOKEHOUSE Liberty Station Tavern is open at Scottsdale Road and Carefree Highway. Open daily for lunch and dinner, Liberty Station serves American comfort food with regional touches. High-quality smoked meat, shareable appetizers and even vegan-friendly options reign at this “neighborfood” spot. Craft cocktails, local beer and an excellent wine list quenches everyone’s thirst for libations. 34522 N. Scottsdale Road, Suite 180, Scottsdale, 480.595.9930, libertystationtavern.com.
DOUGHBIRD The newest restaurant from Sam Fox, Doughbird, is a bold concept that marries imaginative, house-made pizzas with rotisserie meats and classic comfort eats, all in a bright, comfortable setting that feels as familiar as your own backyard. Indulge in savory pizzas like crispy pastrami (aged gruyere, pickled mustard seed, purple kale, rye) and spiral ham (shishito pepper, spicy pineapple, Thai basil, smoked mozzarella) or rotisserie options like Rocky free-range chicken and Creekstone Farms prime rib accompanied with guest’s choice of a side and sauce. 4385 E. Indian School Road, Phoenix, 602.345.9161, eatdoughbird.com.
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SONATA’S RESTAURANT
Located at Scottsdale Quarter, BKB is a cozy neighborhood breakfast and lunch spot with a laidback-yet-hip vibe. Here you’ll find mouthwatering dishes such as croissant French toast, lobster omelets,
Sonata’s Restaurant introduces residents to a breadth of dishes inspired by Old World Europe, such as pork shank with sauerkraut and potato pancakes served with duck or smoked salmon and a
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Scottsdale Waterfront, 7135 E. Camelback Road, Suite 154, Scottsdale, 480.494.2008, handcutchophouse.com
MORA ITALIAN The Seventh Street stretch got its latest destination restaurant in Mora Italian. With chef Scott Conant at the helm, Mora has done more than give central Phoenix a sure-to-be award-winning restaurant. Expect reimagined Italian classics as well as entirely new, innovative creations. 5651 N. Seventh Street, Phoenix, 602.795.9943, moraitalian.com.
SUSHI BROKERS ZEN CULINARY Zen Culinary’s bold bill of fare includes everything from handcrafted sushi and sashimi to thick-cut wood-grilled steaks and chops, all prepared with a vibrant blend of Asian-American ingredients and cooking techniques. Beverage Director Michael Liberatore brings up the libation front with irresistible craft cocktail concoctions featuring Asian ingredients and liquors. 15544 N. Pima Road, Scottsdale, 480.296.0030, zenculinary.com.
HAND CUT BURGERS & CHOPHOUSE Old Town Scottsdale has a new neighborhood hotspot from the folks behind Farm & Craft, El Hefe and Dierks Bentley’s Whiskey Row. Fast-casual by day and full-service by night, Hand Cut specializes in grass-fed and finished burgers, steaks and chops; house-made ice cream; and a generous selection of wine, cocktails and craft beer.
HAND CUT BURGERS & CHOPHOUSE
Finally, the East Valley gets the chance to fall in love with the vibrant fare that Phoenix and Scottsdale have already fallen “head over eels” for at Sushi Brokers’ other two locations. One of the latest additions to Heritage Marketplace in Gilbert, Sushi Brokers is serving up an impressive, all-natural menu in a space that’s equally remarkable. 350 N. Gilbert Road, Suite 101, Gilbert, 480.515.5000, sushibrokers.com.
THE GRAND BLUE This eatery comes from the same trio that opened the first Pita Jungle restaurant in Tempe more than 20 years ago. Their concept is an ambitious one—a highend seafood restaurant at an affordable price. The menu is varied and includes everything from sushi to ceviche and even Italian cioppino. 7318 E. Shea Boulevard, Suite 101, Scottsdale, 480.3482583, thegrandblue.com.