Diners' Choice: American restaurants in West Valley

OpenTable

Updated June 05, 2025

Looking for restaurants with the best overall American cuisine in West Valley? You’re in the right place. Each month OpenTable analyzes more than 400,000 new diner reviews. We sort the results by category to help you discover new favorites. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

Firebirds Wood Fired Grill - Phoenix

4.6

4.6 (6165)

$30 and under

American

Peoria

About the restaurant

Firebirds Wood Fired Grill is your destination for bold flavors and warm hospitality. From expertly crafted wood-fired steaks and fresh seafood to signature cocktails, mocktails, and curated wines, every detail is designed to deliver an unforgettable dining experience. Whether you're gathering with family, hosting a client, or toasting to a special occasion, Firebirds offers elevated cuisine at an approachable price. Join us for Happy Hour at the FIREBAR® or on the patio and let us show you what extraordinary dining feels like. Reserve your table today — we can’t wait to serve you.

Top review

Joan

Dined 1 day ago

Firebirds always provides outstanding food and service. That’s why we keep going back.

Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant - Surprise, AZ

4.6

4.6 (4255)

$30 and under

American

Surprise

About the restaurant

Experience the perfect fusion of award-winning wines, Napa-style tasting rooms, and modern casual dining at Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurants. Enjoy contemporary American cuisine influenced by international flavors from our scratch kitchen. Each dish is expertly paired with our selection of wines for the best food and wine match. Whether you explore the tasting room for a pre- or post-dinner adventure or join the world's largest wine club, we believe in the power of food and wine to create lasting connections. Dining reservations are highly recommended, but walk-in guests are always welcome on a first-come, first-serve basis. Gluten-free and vegetarian dishes are available.

Top review

Lisa

Dined 2 days ago

The food was wonderful and our server was excellent!

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BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse - Goodyear

4.6

4.6 (92)

$30 and under

American

Goodyear

About the restaurant

Time counts at BJ’s Restaurant & Brewhouse. Since our humble beginnings back in 1978, we’ve continued to refine our brewhouse experience to make BJ’s a place where you can make the most of any meal. We want BJ’s to be a place where the moment you leave is the moment you plan on coming back.

We pride ourselves in our craft and attention to detail. Our guests come here for our award-winning handcrafted beer. They come here for the Southern California twist we’ve put on the Chicago-style deep dish pizza. And they come here for our Pizookies®, our world-renowned dessert. But above all we know people come here to make their good times better.

So in many ways we haven’t just crafted a brand, but a mindset. And our guests are the reason for this. And it’s because of them we’re continually striving to make sure every moment they choose to spend with us counts.

Welcome to BJ’s, a restaurant with a Brewhouse soul.

Top review

MelaneeVIP

Dined on Jun 6, 2025

Favorite happy hour in Goodyear! We ended up not using the reservation and sat at the bar. Colin is a very attentive bartender as is the rest of the staff. Food came out fast & was delicious as usual.

The Vig - Park West

4.6

4.6 (608)

$30 and under

American

Glendale

About the restaurant

Comfortable dining in a stylish and classic atmosphere with all of your favorites from The Vig.

Reservations are accepted, but not necessary.

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PatVIP

Dined 3 days ago

We have eaten many times at Vig and always enjoy it. We were with friends and they enjoyed their food too. The food and service were wonderful. We will definitely go back.

Firebirds Wood Fired Grill - Surprise

4.5

4.5 (1382)

$30 and under

American

Surprise

About the restaurant

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Brenda

Dined 1 day ago

Great place for dinner and the food and service is always great!!

BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse - Peoria

4.6

4.6 (230)

$30 and under

American

Peoria

About the restaurant

Time counts at BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse. Since our humble beginnings back in 1978, we've continued to refine our brewhouse experience to make BJ's a place where you can make the most of any meal. We want BJ's to be a place where the moment you leave is the moment you plan on coming back. We pride ourselves in our craft and attention to detail. Our guests come here for our award-winning handcrafted beer. They come here for the Southern California twist we've put on the Chicago-style deep dish pizza. And they come here for our Pizookies®, our world-renowned dessert. But above all we know people come here to make their good times better. So in many ways we haven't just crafted a brand, but a mindset. And our guests are the reason for this. And it's because of them we're continually striving to make sure every moment they choose to spend with us counts. Welcome to BJ's, a restaurant with a Brewhouse soul.

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Doreen

Dined on Jun 4, 2025

Need more handicap parking, other than that it was good

Thirsty Lion - Glendale, AZ

4.3

4.3 (201)

$30 and under

American

Glendale

About the restaurant

Scratch-kitchen that features globally inspired dishes with an emphasis on fresh, seasonal ingredients and bold flavors. At the bar, craft cocktails are made with fresh fruit purees, juices, and premium liquors, with a wide range of local craft beer, and a curated selection of wines. Enjoy lunch, dinner, daily happy hour, or weekend brunch while watching the game on one of the flat screens amidst an open kitchen, central bar, and a patio that soaks up the sun. Whether it’s a cozy dinner for two or lunch with the whole office, Thirsty Lion is the perfect destination for any party size, including large groups and events.

Top review

Duane

Dined 3 days ago

My friend and I both enjoyed our entrees. He had the gastropub burger. I had the fish and chips. Our only complaint is that the delicious fries were way too salty. This is unusual for TL.

The Social on 83rd

4.4

4.4 (336)

$30 and under

American

Peoria

About the restaurant

With years of experience cooking all around the valley, Chef Carly helped open The Social on 83rd. She now takes the lead on our concept and shows on her first menu that she wants to be a leader in the valley! Our caring and committed staff will ensure you have a fantastic experience with us. We refuse to compromise on quality in our restaurant. That's why we source our fresh ingredients from local farmers and only source sustainable products when possible.

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J . R .

Dined 5 days ago

First time visiting and really enjoyed the ambiance and fun staff.

Copper & Sage Goodyear

4.3

4.3 (297)

$30 and under

American

Goodyear

About the restaurant

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Copper & Sage excels at the unexpected. From traditional Southern dishes to innovative creations, Chef Evon Profitt has designed his menu to satisfy every palate. Indulge in dishes like our Cast Iron Duck or our house-made tagliatelle with Italian sausage & kale in a lemon cream sauce.

We offer an array of handhelds such as our Pork Belly Tacos with kimchi, fresno chiles & sriracha aioli, or dive into one of our smashburgers or our angus/duroc blend patti with gruyere and trumpet/maitake mushrooms.

On the weekends, we brunch hard with plates like the Monte Cristo or our Cast Iron Hash featuring cubed sirloin and a medley of the good stuff.

Try us for cocktails after work or date night--our stunning patio will set the vibe for the delectable cocktails and menu items that will have you coming back for more.

Top review

Jimmy

Dined 1 day ago

We have yet to be disappointed with the food and service. The cocktails are always excellent.

Red Allen's Bar & Grill

4.3

4.3 (1040)

$30 and under

American

Litchfield Park

About the restaurant

Named after The Wigwam’s venerated head golf pro for 42 years, Red Allen’s Bar & Grill offers a delicious breakfast, lunch and dinner destination overlooking the elegant, arched palms and rolling greens of the historic Gold and Blue golf courses.

No worries if you can’t tell the difference between a pitching wedge and a wedge of iceberg – everyone can appreciate the relaxed vibe and updated comfort food of Red Allen’s Bar & Grill. Soups, sandwiches, burgers, pulled chicken and other timeless favorites will be available at both lunch and dinner.

Opening up to the patio, the bar welcomes all to relax and chat over a local microbrew and platters of savory appetizers. Join us at the dog friendly Red Allen’s Bar & Grill, where the casual atmosphere and soul-warming cuisine are truly a winning combination.

Top review

PamelaVIP

Dined 5 days ago

Great experience- we had friends in town and it’s always are go to for dining.

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