Uptown Magazine January 2019

Taste
DINING GUIDE
BEVVY
UPTOWN
Bevvy’s second location (the first is in Old Town
Scottsdale) is offering Uptown residents elevated bar
food and a relaxed atmosphere along with vintage
arcade games and game prices. The simple and
approachable menu features a bevy (see what we did
there?) of options for meat-eaters, pescatarians and
vegetarians alike. Their bowls are bountiful and full
of flavor. Ask regulars about their favorite dishes and
you’re sure to hear about the salmon bowl. If you’re
thirsty, the mango mule is a must-order. Don’t miss
their exciting weekend brunch options – we hear it’s a
real party. 5600 N. 7th St., Phoenix; 480.588.2908;
www.bevvyaz.com; $$
BY TARYN JEFFRIES
American
LUCI’S AT THE ORCHARD
Looking for a fully immersive Arizona
experience? Luci’s at the Orchard offers
a gourmet marketplace as well as a
full-service cafe located in a repurposed
historic ranch home in the heart
of Uptown. The menu embraces the
Arizona citrus legacy with many of the
items highlighting this Arizona specialty.
Luci’s serves breakfast all day long and
offers savory lunch items like sandwiches,
burgers and hearty salads. This isn’t
just a dining experience, it’s a fun one
too. Bring your kids along to enjoy the
lush greenery and splash pad. 7100 N.
12th St., Phoenix; 602.633.2442; www.
lucisorchard.com; $$
TEXAZ GRILL
2015 marked Texaz Grill’s 30th anniversary
in the Valley, and with a track
record like that, you know it must be
doing something right. The environment
is a great place for the entire family;
with a welcoming staff and more than
generous portions, you’ll want to keep
coming back to try out the entire menu.
The chicken-fried steak is a legend all
in itself; fork tender, triple dipped and
topped with the richest gravy you’ve
ever had the pleasure of tasting! 6003
N. 16th St., Phoenix; 602.248.7827;
www.texazgrill.com; $$
THE STAND
What this little out-of-the-way Arcadia
burger stand (and drive-thru) lacks
in space, it makes up in the simple
perfection of its menu options. Their
straight-forward approach to the
burgers and fries allows the focus
to be on the flavors as opposed to
getting confused with too many toppings
or complex combinations. The
Standard burger comes with two generous
patties and simple adornments
which pair perfectly with fresh cut
fries that are never greasy. Top your
meal off with a dulce de leche handspun
milkshake that will make you
feel like a kid again. 3538 E. Indian
School Road, Phoenix; 602.314.5259;
www.thestandbnt.com; $
Asian
CREASIAN BAR AND GRILL
A relaxed environment sets the scene
for a broad assortment of starters,
mains and phos. The authentic flavors
presented are expected but you’ll
also encounter a collection of unique
meat options. Skewers made up of
frog legs, bacon-wrapped quail eggs,
chicken hearts and spicy squid among
others are available for the more
adventuresome eaters. If you’re more
comfortable sticking to traditional fare,
the fresh spring rolls and remarkable
peanut sauce are standing by
for you. 13216 N. 7th St., Phoenix;
602.441.4668; $$
RICE PAPER ON 7TH
Rice Paper is found in what was
certainly at one point a charming little
house. Because of this, parking can
be a little challenging, but the owners
have created some space in the back
to accommodate. Once you overcome
the parking challenge, you will find
that the decor and ambiance of this
spot are well worth it. Rice Paper has
about 18 different types of spring
rolls (both fresh and crispy styles) to
match anyone’s tastes. The menu also
features several varieties of pho and
banh mi. 2221 N. 7th St., Phoenix;
602.252.3326; www.ricepapereatery.
com; $$
SUSHI BROKERS
This trendy little joint in Arcadia has
a great happy hour complete with
high-energy, friendly staff. Their clever
sushi rolls and kitschy cocktail menu
offer an ample variety of choices for
all tastes. Drop in, sit at the sushi bar
to ensure that you make some new
friends and have a great dinner and
fun experience. 4419 E. Indian School
Road, Phoenix; 480.515.5000; www.
sushibrokers.com; $$
THAI LONG-AN
This small family-run restaurant is serving
up authentic Thai dishes that will
delight those familiar with the cuisine
and surprise and excite those trying
it for the first time. If you’re a newbie,
keep in mind that all of the dishes are
customizable as far as heat levels go,
on a scale of one to five. You’ll find traditional
appetizers, a variety of soups,
spicy salads and seriously flavorful
noodle dishes. Bring your appetite and
sense of adventure. 4447 N. 7th Ave.,
Phoenix; 602.374.4430; www.thailongan.com;
$$
Breakfast
CORNER BAKERY CAFÉ
This neighborhood bakery and cafe
takes you back to a simpler, slower
time, one where you don’t feel rushed.
You can settle into a table with the
paper and a coffee and enjoy a variety
of freshly baked pastries, madeto-order
scrambles and fluffy pancakes
with any side you can think of.
Corner Bakery Café has you covered
if you are looking to have a relaxed
start to your day, or if you need to
grab-and-go on the run. 454 N. 3rd
St., Phoenix; 602.252.1346; www.
cornerbakerycafe.com; $$
DUZA’S KITCHEN
Duza’s Kitchen is nestled quietly in
the Coronado Historic District and is
78 Uptown January ‘19