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Mesa Can Expect a Sister Concept from Lucky Lou’s American Grill

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Mesa Can Expect a Sister Concept to Lucky Lou’s American Grill

Signage posted at Dana Park in Mesa shows Lucky Lou’s American Kitchen is ‘coming soon.’

Eve Payne·
November 3, 2021 7:02 pm·
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Kura Revolving Sushi Bar Adds Valley-Area Store in Phoenix

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Kura Revolving Sushi Bar Adds Valley-Area Store in Phoenix

A liquor license application indicates the popular sushi brand will open a second Arizona store at 1949 E. Camelback Road, Suite 164.

Eve Payne·
November 3, 2021 6:16 pm·
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Mijan Claypot Kitchen to Debut on N. Central Ave

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Mijan Claypot Kitchen to Debut on N. Central Ave

The new restaurant and bar is currently in the liquor licensing stage.

Eve Payne·
November 2, 2021 7:30 pm·
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Cheddar’s Scratch Kitchen Due for Glendale

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Cheddar’s Scratch Kitchen Due for Glendale

Bring on those coconut shrimp.

Eve Payne·
November 2, 2021 6:37 pm·
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Largest Thirsty Lion Gastropub Heads to Glendale

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Largest Thirsty Lion Gastropub Heads to Glendale

Concept Entertainment Group, which relocated its headquarters from Oregon to Scottsdale just last year, will open its largest Thirsty Lion Gastropub by the end of 2022.

Eve Payne·
November 1, 2021 7:34 pm·
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Sonoran Restaurant Group to Open Third Rusty Taco

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Sonoran Restaurant Group to Open Third Rusty Taco

The father-and-son team expect a March 2022 opening for Tempe.

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November 1, 2021 6:49 pm·
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Chandler to Welcome Lola’s Liquors from Liquid Sunshine Projects

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Chandler to Welcome Lola’s Liquors from Liquid Sunshine Projects

A fourth concept from Liquid Sunshine Projects promises lots of booze.

Eve Payne·
October 29, 2021 5:20 pm·
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Games Group Hospitality Launches K-38 Beach Mex Cantina in Chandler

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Games Group Hospitality Launches K-38 Beach Mex Cantina in Chandler

The family-owned hospitality group will soon open its first endeavor, an eatery inspired by the Baja California surf.

Eve Payne·
October 29, 2021 4:19 pm·
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The Brunch House To Pour Drinks on Southern Ave

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The Brunch House To Pour Drinks on Southern Ave

Per a liquor licensing application, it appears a restaurant specializing in brunch will take over the space that last housed a Family Doctor Walk-In Care facility.

Eve Payne·
October 28, 2021 7:21 pm·
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Signage Indicates Whataburger Arriving in South Chandler

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Signage Indicates Whataburger Arriving in South Chandler

The fast-casual burger chain has begun construction on its newest AZ location.

Eve Payne·
October 28, 2021 4:27 pm·
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La Fonda Mexican Restaurant & Cantina to Close, Relocate

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La Fonda Mexican Restaurant & Cantina to Close, Relocate

The family-owned establishment in Tempe will close at its current location in November.

Eve Payne·
October 27, 2021 8:05 pm·
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Third Cooper’s Hawk Winery Slated for Gilbert

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Third Cooper’s Hawk Winery Slated for Gilbert

The winery and restaurant that just recently opened a Chandler location has reported plans for another expansion.

Eve Payne·
October 27, 2021 6:56 pm·
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Chandler Welcomes US’s Largest Indoor Pickleball Facility

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Chandler Welcomes US’s Largest Indoor Pickleball Facility

For Founder Mike Rodrigues, pickleball is the ultimate community sport, and he’s excited to contribute to its growing popularity.

Eve Payne·
October 26, 2021 9:19 pm·
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Original Chop Shop Bringing Twice the Chops to The Valley

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Original ChopShop Bringing Twice the Chops to The Valley

The healthy, fast-casual brand will hit The Valley with two new storefronts next year.

Eve Payne·
October 26, 2021 8:21 pm·
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Thai Peppers to Debut on E. Warner Road in Gilbert

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Thai Peppers to Debut on E. Warner Road in Gilbert

An LLC filing for the restaurant indicates the eatery will open at 235 E. Warner Road, Suite B-107.

Eve Payne·
October 25, 2021 7:00 pm·
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Zoës Kitchen on E Camelback to Convert to CAVA

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Zoës Kitchen on E Camelback to Convert to CAVA

CAVA Group acquired the Zoës Kitchen brand in late 2018; the company has since begun converting some of those eateries.

Eve Payne·
October 25, 2021 5:18 pm·
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Expect Kimchi Grilled Cheese & More From Buddha’s Ritual

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Expect Kimchi Grilled Cheese & More From Buddha’s Ritual

Four AZ entrepreneurs have teamed up to bring an Asian-American fusion concept to North Scottsdale.

Eve Payne·
October 23, 2021 11:50 am·
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Slangin’ Birdz, an LA Transplant, to Open AZ Brick-and-Mortar

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Slangin’ Birdz, an LA Transplant, Will Open AZ Brick-and-Mortar

A Los Angeles food stand has opted to open its first storefront right here in the heart of Tempe.

Eve Payne·
October 22, 2021 4:33 pm·
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Peter Piper, LLC Acquires 10 AZ Stores from Local Franchisee

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Peter Piper, LLC Acquires 10 AZ Stores from Local Franchisee

After almost 40 years of business franchising the pizza joint, Southwest Pizza Inc. decided to sell.

Eve Payne·
October 21, 2021 4:12 pm·
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Kwikiez, a Drive-Thru & Walk-Up Window Concept, Heads to S. Central Ave.

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Kwikiez, a Drive-Thru & Walk-Up Window Concept, Heads to S. Central Ave.

The shop is currently in the liquor licensing phase.

Eve Payne·
October 21, 2021 3:00 pm·
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