Best Value Restaurants
Phoenix

Crazy Jim's Greek
Quick Bite
305 W. Washington St., Ste. 104
Phoenix, AZ 85003
602-254-6550
There’s nothing crazy about this small, friendly diner, which specializes in affordable Greek and Italian food. More...

Cyclo Vietnamese
14/20
1919 W. Chandler Blvd.
Chandler, AZ 85224
480-963-4490
The small but charming Cyclo serves up traditional Vietnamese favorites as well as Asian flights of fancy, drawing blue collar workers and foodies alike. More...

Delux Burgers
12/20
Biltmore Plaza
3146 E. Camelback Rd.
Phoenix, AZ 85016
602-522-2288
Everybody loves this this cramped contemporary spot where burgers and beer seem both haute and hot. More...

Duck & Decanter Deli
Quick Bite
1651 E. Camelback Rd.
Phoenix, AZ 85016
602-274-5429
On a beautiful day, there’s no better place to have lunch than the patio of "The Duck," where gourmet sandwiches are the stock in trade. More...

Honey Bear's Barbecue Barbecue
Quick Bite
5012 E. Van Buren St.
Phoenix, AZ 85008
602-273-9148
On the weekends, there are lines out the door at this plain-Jane ’cue joint, which offers plenty of room for families as well as a small bar. More...

L'Ecole French
13/20
Scottsdale Culinary Institute
8100 E. Camelback Rd.
Scottsdale, AZ 85251
480-990-7639
This pleasant restaurant is Scottsdale Culinary Institute’s training ground for chefs, so expect classic preparations at moderate prices with only the occasional mistake. More...

Matt's Big Breakfast Breakfast
Quick Bite
801 N. First St.
Phoenix, AZ 85004
602-254-1074
A tiny diner where the breakfasts are, indeed, big and the food focuses on simple American classics. More...

The New El Portal Restaurant Mexican
Quick Bite
117 W. Grant St.
Phoenix, AZ 85004
602-271-0521
Don’t miss the chilaquiles at this neat-as-a-pin Mexican restaurant. More...

Pink Pepper Thai Cuisine Thai
Quick Bite
Bell Towne Plaza
245 E. Bell Rd.
Phoenix, AZ 85022
602-548-1333
A longtime Valley favorite for its extensive Thai menu and range of heat levels. More...

 

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