Buzz-worthy eateries are as plentiful in Greater Phoenix as cactuses, and they come in just as many varieties. Some are the creations of celebrity chefs who grace the pages of magazines and the sets of cooking shows. Others are local gems that serve Southwestern and Mexican dishes .

In between you’ll find flavors from faraway lands and cozy wine bars that pair fantastic food with great grape. And if you’re hankering for some meaty American fare, be sure to swagger into one of Phoenix’s famous steakhouses.

Binkley’s Restaurant 2320 East Osborn Road

Even through the fantastic river of high-end wine, beer, and sake that comes with the drink pairing, a meal at Binkley’s is something you can see clearly in your memory long after the storied night goes down. To best patio dining, best Thai food to best authentic Arizona restaurant.

Hot Noodles Cold Sake 15689 North Hayden Road, Scottsdale

Josh Hebert started making ramen at Posh, his now-defunct improvisational temple to fine dining. The ramen he bowls at his tiny north Scottsdale noodle shop has an incredible umami depth, paling just about every other ramen bowl in the Valley.

Talavera 10600 Crescent Moon Drive, Scottsdale

From your first glimpse of the food at Talavera on the wide-open patio of this Four Seasons restaurant in far north Scottsdale, young Chef Samantha Sanz’s artful, colorful style is on full display. . The menu changes substantially with the seasons, shifting not only with the available produce but the chef’s still-evolving vision. 

Cafe Monarch 6939 East First Avenue, Scottsdale

For fine dining and the second most romantic restaurant in the country , ingredients ensures the highest quality in cuisine.

Match Restaurant & Lounge 1100 N Central Ave, Phoenix

Housed in a new Boutique Hotel, The menu is diverse, and so are the pizza choices. The cocktail menu is a diverse as the food menu so it’s not uncommon for guests to do a tasting that features different menu choices and cocktail selections.