Updated 2026/09/12
The Best Restaurants in Phoenix, United States (2026)
Compare 44 restaurants in Phoenix, United States, averaging 4.48 stars on Google Maps. The typical listing has 844 reviews, so the ratings below reflect real customer volume rather than a handful of opinions. 91% maintain a website. Most are clustered around Encanto, Central City, Laveen. Rankings combine Google rating, review volume and website popularity, keep one entry per brand, and refresh automatically as our data updates.
Top picks
El Charro Hipster
Stylish spot for global comfort food
Postino Central
Relaxed wine cafe with Italian bites
Pho Laveen Vietnamese Cuisine
Unassuming eatery for pho & noodles
Zookz Sandwiches
Unique sandwiches in a modern setup
The Farish House
European dining in a refined venue
Oven+Vine
Cool wine bar & taproom with flatbreads
The Larry
515 E Grant St #100, Phoenix, AZ 85004
Zookz Sandwiches
I couldn't possibly talk about ZOOKZ without first introducing you to my grandmother, Berdjoui. She is the reason ZOOKZ came to be. Berdjoui raised my three siblings and me after our mom, her daughter, died unexpectedly when we were young. I was born in Egypt, but grew up in Tripoli, Libya, right on
MacAlpine's Diner & Soda Fountain
Burgers & egg creams in 1920s setting
The Wright Bar
New American fine dining in a chic hotel
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Frequently asked questions
How many restaurants are there in Phoenix, United States?
We list 44 restaurants in Phoenix, United States that meet our quality bar of at least 4.0 stars and 10 Google reviews. The wider directory holds more, including newer and unrated businesses.
Which restaurant in Phoenix, United States is rated highest?
El Charro Hipster currently tops our list with 4.8 stars from 397 reviews. Rankings update as new reviews and traffic data arrive.
How are the restaurants ranked?
Each business gets a composite score: 70% a Bayesian average of its Google rating and review count, so a 4.9-star business with hundreds of reviews outranks a 5.0 with five, and 30% estimated website traffic. Chains appear once. Nobody can pay to be listed or ranked.