Tirion Morris

1 week ago | phoenixnewtimes.com | Tirion Morris

Stadium food has always been expensive. Fans may expect to pay $20 for some nachos and a soda. But what about $15,000? That's the cost of entry to the new dining club at PHX Arena. And this week, the Arizona Cardinals announced an exclusive "Sam Fox experience" coming soon to State Farm Stadium. Gameday eats have gotten glamorous. Here's a look at the new culinary concepts coming in hot at Valley stadiums.

2 weeks ago | phoenixnewtimes.com | Tirion Morris

Maricopa County Health Inspectors visit hundreds of restaurants every month, paying unannounced visits to check on the operations, cleanliness and safety of Valley kitchens. The inspectors rate the restaurants, noting violations and the more serious priority violations, on reports that are published online. Restaurants with serious issues require a scheduled re-inspection. In March, violations ranged from dirty equipment and moldy food to kitchens crawling with cockroaches.

2 weeks ago | phoenixnewtimes.com | Tirion Morris

Walter Station Brewery is closing its flagship Phoenix taproom and restaurant at the end of April. Located on 41st and Washington streets just east of downtown Phoenix, the brewery and taproom find their home in a former firehouse. The taproom and restaurant fits inside the old firetruck garage, with towering ceilings and giant roll-up doors. Currently, they open onto a small patio filled with picnic tables and often, live music.

2 weeks ago | phoenixnewtimes.com | Tirion Morris

This spring, plenty of new restaurants, bakeries, cafes and bars will join the Phoenix food scene. But a few have us on the edge of our proverbial seats. A Tucson favorite is making its way to the Valley, Phoenix restaurateurs are getting creative and bringing new ideas to life, and a local favorite is making a triumphant return. Here are the four most exciting Phoenix restaurants scheduled to open this spring. Don Guerra's Barrio Bagel & Slice 689 N.

2 weeks ago | phoenixnewtimes.com | Tirion Morris

Just over a year after making its Arizona debut, Ambrogio15 has closed at the Biltmore Fashion Park. The restaurant posted an announcement to its Instagram account on Monday. "It is with a heavy heart that we announce the closure of Ambrogio15," the statement said. "We are incredibly grateful for the amazing support we’ve received from the neighborhood and our loyal customers."The San Diego-based company opened its Phoenix restaurant in February 2024.