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Tutti Santi - Phoenix
Price: Expensive•Italian•4.8(1,722)Tutti Santi by Nina is a traditional Italian family restaurant.Phoenix City Grille
Price: Moderate•American•4.8(2,554)Phoenix City Grille is a central Phoenix institution, having opened in 1997. Nestled in the heart of the Madison neighborhood at 16th street and Bethany Home Road, Phoenix City Grille was built in the style of the old town tavern. It's a comfortable place for meeting friends where you can count on delicious food at reasonable prices.
Whether gathering with friends for happy hour, meeting clients for a business lunch, treating your special someone to a romantic dinner, or entertaining any sized group in our private dining room, Phoenix City Grille is a great destination.
Find out why people from all over the valley visit this cozy neighborhood spot.
Rokerij
Price: Moderate•American•4.6(1,257)Grilled steaks and chops cooked over pecan wood fires, fresh fish, daily blackboard specials, small plate appetizers and an extensive wine by the glass selection. Dimly lit with eclectic music, sit at the upstairs bar and watch your food being prepared, dine in our over-sized booths or make your way downstairs and hang at the cellar bar. The Rokerij is truly a feast for your senses. Reservations are for parties of four or more.Culinary Dropout at the Yard - Phoenix
Price: Moderate•American•4.7(2,058)At Culinary Dropout, raise your glass to friends coming together. A place where food and music are life. Join us at happy hour for ice cold beer and our famous soft pretzels with provolone fondue. At dinner, a signature cocktail and slow braised 36-hour pork ribs are a perfect pair. While you and your crew enjoy damn good food and drinks, a local band plays live for great vibes. Come hang out and stay a while.
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- TTammyPhoenix / Arizona •7 reviews5.0Dined 1 day agoA wonderful evening with family. Our server was great and attentive. We had several table visits from the chef checking on us. Thank you for a great night with great food!More infoThe NeighborlyPrice: Moderate• American• Central Phoenix•4.7
- EEdwardPhoenix / Arizona •8 reviews5.0Dined 2 days agoWas very nice! Friendly service and really good food! Great AmbienceMore infoThe Henry – Phoenix UptownPrice: Moderate• American• West Phoenix•4.6
- AAnthonyDenver / Colorado •3 reviews5.0Dined 6 days agoWas an amazing dining experience, all the food was fantastic!More infoWren & WolfPrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• Downtown Phoenix•4.7
- LLindsayVIPPhoenix / Arizona •38 reviews5.0Dined 6 days agoGreat food and service! Reed was such a wonderful waiter!More infoDoughbird - North CentralPrice: Moderate• American• West Phoenix•4.6
- MMartySan Francisco Bay Area •1 review4.0Dined on Jun 26, 2025Ok experience not great, food was average and several items out of stock.More infoCulinary Dropout at the Yard - PhoenixPrice: Moderate• American• North Central Phoenix•4.7
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Discover North Central Phoenix
The metropolitan Phoenix area is one of the 15 most populous regions in the country, so it is not surprising that the food choices here are rather spectacular. Hot dog lovers will love the famed Arizona Diamondback dog available in North Central Phoenix. Home to a flourishing Asian population, the neighborhood also brings residents and visitors a range of ethnic Chinese food options. Health food aficionados will also appreciate the locally owned restaurants that really cannot be beaten for their selection of organic salads and meats. With a population that's heavily Hispanic, it's no surprise that Mexican tacos and burritos also abound throughout North Central Phoenix.
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Child friendly restaurants in North Central Phoenix include Culinary Dropout at the Yard - Phoenix, Phoenix City Grille and Tutti Santi - Phoenix
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