EL MESQUITE COCINA SURF CITY SANDWICH GET STOKED ON SANDWICHES! Get stoked on sandwiches at this award- winning craft sandwich shop where “Go Fresh or Go Home”, means they take the quality of their food very seriously. Known for its Santa Cruz roots and Cali vibe, Surf City Sandwich in Gilbert has been voted one of the Best Philly’s West of Pennsylvania, the Surf City Philly is a fan favorite, boasting Angus Steak, House Seasoning, American Cheese, Ghost Pepper Jack Cheese, Grilled Onions, Grilled Peppers, Chipotle Mayo, served on a Capistrano French Roll. Stop in to see rare vintage surfboards, watch old-school surf movies, enjoy a bite of one of their signature sandwiches and grab a draft beer soon from their selection of local rotating taps. 5482 S. POWER RD., GILBERT | SURFCITYSANDWICH.COM | (480) 687-4411 THE BLIND PIG ÁNDALE TO EL MESQUITE COCINA If you’re on a quest to enjoy some delicious, authentic Mexican food, take a little drive to El Mesquite Cocina Mexicana’s strip-mall location on the south side of Phoenix. Once you step inside this bright yet modest eatery, the friendly, attentive staff welcomes you and makes you feel right at home. Not to mention you’ll be extremely pleased to discover all of your favorites on the menu at very reasonable prices. But don’t let the affordable cost or humble environment of El Mesquite fool you, because these folks have gained a solid reputation throughout the years for cooking up some of the most mouth-watering and fresh Mexican food in the Valley. Don’t just take our word for it, though; check out the numerous top-rated reviews and glowing comments that the restaurant has garnered over the years. The restaurant—which is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner—serves a variety of burritos that includes carne asada, carnitas, machaca, chicken and a vegetarian option. It also offers tacos, enchiladas, shrimp dishes and menudo, so everybody can find something on the menu that suits their taste. You’ll also find the typical sides like rice, beans, guacamole and salsa. And, the eatery offers a lenten menu before Easter and tamales at Christmastime. 26 E. BASELINE RD., PHOENIX | (602) 243-7107 30 MAY 13TH - MAY 19TH 2021 | PHOENIX NEW TIMES | EAT 2021 EXPERIENCE THE EXTRAORDINARY With its rich, enduring history, The Blind Pig is a neighborhood staple in Old Town Scottsdale. The quaint cafe serves a robust menu of upscale, classic cafe fare made in-house with fresh, locally sourced ingredients whenever possible by owner- chef Christian Clegg. Clegg, a graduate of Le Cordon Bleu College of Culinary Arts, along with Fiona Clegg, co- owner and certified pastry chef, provide an exemplary dining experience. You’ll be amazed by the attention to detail, creativity and incredible- tasting breakfast, brunch and lunch favorites plus assorted pies, cakes and pastries. So come on in, pull up a stool at the counter, sit in the dining room or take a seat on the inviting patio with umbrellas, misters, and heaters and make yourself at home. Oh, and did we mention the full bar? 3370 N. HAYDEN RD., SCOTTSDALE | THEBLINDPIGCAFE.COM | (480) 994-1055
