The Valley is known for many celebrity chefs — too many, in fact, to mention. Here are a few of their lunch hot spots that will tempt your palate and likely allow you to engage with the on-property celeb chef himself. (They are also all longtime community supporters who work with hundreds of local nonprofits to help raise money.) Christopher’s Crush Gourmet lunchtime fare … [More]
Lunch in the District — District American Kitchen & Wine Bar
Be in the know; be in the moment; be in the District. The District American Kitchen and Wine Bar has been serving lunch just off the lobby of the Sheraton Phoenix Downtown since the hotel’s opening in 2008. This lunch spot has been hopping with executives, deal makers, sports stars and independent small-business owners who see this location at Third and Van Buren streets as the … [More]
Why Stay When You Can Eat and Run?
The Valley is known as home to some of the world’s best accommodations, but there’s no need to spend the night to enjoy their hospitality. With resorts and hotels just about everywhere, we suggest some great hotel lunch spots for the noon-time meal. Bistro 24 Located in the Ritz-Carlton Phoenix at the intersection of 24th Street and Camelback Road, this lunch spot will … [More]
Searsucker: A Hip, Hot Spot
In a market that is ripe with hip restaurants, new eatery concepts and a trend toward serving healthy and quality ingredients, Searsucker may take the “cake.” This open, airy establishment is housed in a lobby-style space situated between the Camelback Tower and Neiman Marcus on Camelback Road at Goldwater Blvd. Team Brian Malarkey and Valley-known Chef Steve “Chops” Smith … [More]
On the Go
In a fast-paced work environment, it makes sense to eat on the go or grab a bite on the way to that meeting. What makes better sense is to eat smart on the go. Here are a few great places that can mean filling up fast and eating right. Chipotle Mexican Grill Winning high marks for its fresh Mexican ingredients and organic foods, Chipotle is a great offering, especially … [More]
Del Frisco’s Grille
Situated in the Esplanade at 24th Street and Camelback Road, this upscale eatery will surprise. It is all new décor from the long-lived Houston’s, whose space it now occupies. The wine room, open bar and roof-top patio are all elegant and comfortable, which adds to the atmosphere of “anything goes.” Open for lunch and dinner, this well-groomed establishment is more about the … [More]
Pizza Places that Please
When is pizza not a great suggestion? Here are some great lunchtime takes on this American concoction, a nearly universal favorite, that has been influenced by most cuisines around the world. Il Bosco Pizza Quaint and authentic, this pizzeria does all its pizzas wood-fired in an oven imported from Italy. Ingredients are creative and combinations of flavors are amazing, … [More]
Oh So Fine: O.H.S.O. Eatery
Not an unlikely lunch spot unless you are only interested in beers, O.H.S.O. Eatery is an Arcadia neighborhood hangout that serves up a mean hamburger and the lighter side of gourmet American pub grub and makes diners feel right at home. The setting is casual, but it is common to see Wall Street types there for lunch or early happy hour. Festive with great patios in front or … [More]
Chill Out
Getting away for lunch in the heat seems like a chore, so why not make it a cool and healthy moment — alone or with a client or business associates? Here are some of the cool “cool” spots where a light meal or a cool beverage will help to get the job done. GreenMix Fresh ingredients and healthy eating are what make up GreenMix. This “modern fresh salad” restaurant is … [More]
Distrito: Contemporary Mexican
Whether helping direct a corporation from the C-suites or doing it all as a small-business owner, every businessperson needs a respite from decision-making dawn to dusk (or longer). Well, Scottsdale is one of the premier tourist destinations in the country, and it can sometimes be refreshing and rejuvenating to get away from the responsibilities of business and enjoy a little … [More]
