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Chico Malo - Phoenix, Phoenix, AZ

Chico Malo - Phoenix

4.6
4.6
1883 Reviews
$30 and under
Mexican

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 53 times today
  • Lively
  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Good for special occasions
Chico Malo, a lively take on Mexican cooking, is located in the middle of it all at CityScape. These rebels are bringing the heat to DTPHX during lunch, dinner and weekend brunch with an array of flavor combinations from all over Mexico. Expect highlights including USDA Prime Carne Asada, Street Corn, Smoked Duck Breast Al Pastor and authentic favorites like Pozole and Green Chile Chicken. Diners can also enjoy fresh made guacamole to accompany a craft cocktail at the indoor/outdoor bar while soaking in the downtown views.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Mexican, South American, Contemporary Mexican
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–3:00 pm Happy Hour Daily 3:00 pm–6:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 3:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 3:00 pm–12:00 am
  • Phone number
    (602) 603-9363
  • Website
    http://chicomalo.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Catering
    Let Chico Malo bring the party to you with customizable options for every occasion. We have accommodated parties from 20 to 3,500 people.
  • Private party facilities
    Whether celebrating a special occasion with family and friends or hosting a corporate event, Chico Malo can accommodate all your special event needs.
  • Private party contact
    Private Event Coordinator : (602) 603-9363
  • Location
    50 W Jefferson St, Phoenix, AZ 85003
  • Neighborhood
    Central Phoenix
  • Cross street
    Central and Jefferson
  • Parking details
    2 Hour Parking Validation included for guests who park in the CityScape Parking Garage
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wine

Menu

Chips

  • Guacamole Tradicional$12.00

    1st place at az taco festival; avocado + lime + onion + cilantro + jalapeño

    • Salsa Roja$3.00

      tomato + onion + jalapeño + cilantro + garlic + guajillo + chipotle

      • Salsa Verde$3.00

        tomatillo + onion + poblano + jalapeño + cilantro + garlic

        • Hummus$10.00

          salsa yucateca + pistachio tahini + epazote + hominy

          • Blue Crab Tostadas$15.00

            chile negro aioli + nopalito + corn + avocado

            • Shrimp Ceviche*$16.00

              white shrimp + avocado + lime + "michelada" + cucumber + onion + jicama + tostadas

              • Trio$14.00

                hummus + salsa roja + guacamole tradicional

                Entrada

                Add Protein: grass-fed steak* $8 | red bird farms chicken $6 | mexican white shrimp* $8

                • Pozole$12.00

                  traditional pork & hominy stew + guajillo + pasilla + arbol + chipotle + cumin + garlic + oregano + tortilla

                  • Tijuana Caesar$11.00

                    romaine salad + heirloom cherry tomato + red onion + cotija chimi + bonito aji panca caesar

                    • Verde$12.00

                      spinach & kale salad + daikon sprouts + fennel + pear + cucumber + charred broccolini + tajin glazed pistachios & pepitas + sesame sticks + roasted poblano buttermilk

                      • Chico Chopped Salad$13.00

                        baby kale + quinoa + smoked marcona almonds + roasted corn + hibiscus watermelon + queso fresco + heirloom tomato + jicama + black barley + guanabana vinaigrette

                        Para la Mesa

                        • Queso Fundido$10.00

                          oaxaca + jalapeño + fresno + chili oil

                          • Dorados de Papa$15.00

                            fried potato tacos + asadero + oaxaca + roja + fondue de queso + verde + escabeche + chorizo jam + crema

                            • Elote$7.00

                              poached corn + tajin butter + aji mayo + cotija + corn nut + chili oil + lime

                              • Quesadilla$11.00

                                house made hayden mills flour tortilla + monterey jack + menonita + oaxaca + birria + salsa roja

                                Asadero

                                Grilled, served with hand pressed blue corn tortillas. Add surf & turf: mexican white shrimp* $8 | diver scallop* $6 ea

                                • Charred Cauliflower$19.00

                                  cauliflower "steak" + chimichurri + black bean & avocado puree + burnt lime + jicama + cabbage + naranja agria

                                  • Carne Asada*$28.00

                                    smoke show; steak "al carbon" + puerco beans + guacamole + salsa quemada + onion + charred tomato + roasted anaheim

                                    • 16oz Bone-In Ribeye*$42.00

                                      mushroom + chimichurri + roasted corn + smashed fingerling potato

                                      Entrees

                                      • Green Chile Chicken$16.00

                                        braised chicken + anaheim + poblano + omission gluten free lager + fresno + asadero + crema + blue corn tortilla

                                        • Relleno$16.00

                                          poblano + zucchini + squash + onion + oaxaca + crema + tinga + red onion + queso fresco + rice

                                          • Enchiladas en Moladas$16.00

                                            queso menonita + avocado + lime onion + crema + blue corn tortilla

                                            • Chili Colorado$17.00

                                              shredded beef + guajillo + garlic + oregano + crema + queso fresco + local flour tortilla

                                              • Chimichanga$17.00

                                                chicken + tinga + asadero + monterey jack + chorizo + roja + verde + criolla + aji amarillo + cotija

                                                • Achiote Brick Chicken$23.00

                                                  red bird farms boneless half chicken + achiote + guajillo + farro + roasted corn

                                                  • Shrimp de Macha$24.00

                                                    wild caught mexican white shrimp + polenta + oaxaca + corn & tomato calabacitas + peanut + salsa macha

                                                    • Pork Verde$26.00

                                                      Award Winning! Niman ranch pork shank + tomatillo + blistered chile + blue corn tortilla

                                                      • Duck Breast al Pastor*$28.00

                                                        fo sizzle; guajillo & mesquite smoked duck + fresno + jalapeño + onion + raw salsa verde + cotija + pineapple + habanero tortilla

                                                        • Seared Scallops$32.00

                                                          cauliflower & oaxacan chile mole + cocoa + bacon + sultana + peanut + charred broccolini

                                                          Extras

                                                          • Yerba Buena Rice$6.00

                                                            rice + mint + jalapeño + cilantro

                                                            • Vegetable Skewers$6.00

                                                              seasonal vegetables + roasted poblano buttermilk

                                                              • Puerco Beans$6.00

                                                                pinto beans + bacon + pork belly + poblano

                                                                • Frijoles Negro$6.00

                                                                  black beans + garlic + coriander + pimento

                                                                  Bebidas Alcoholicas

                                                                    Sangria

                                                                    • Red Sangria$11.00

                                                                      chicha morada + bourbon + fresh squeezed juice

                                                                      • White Sangria$11.00

                                                                        prickly pear cordial + rum

                                                                        Wine by the Glass

                                                                        $8

                                                                        • Sparkling Cava

                                                                          • White Blend

                                                                            • Red Blend

                                                                              Sparkling by the Bottle

                                                                              • Campo Viejo | Cava | Rioja$28.00

                                                                                White by the Bottle

                                                                                • Concannon | Chardonnay | California$28.00

                                                                                  • Custard | Chardonnay | California$35.00

                                                                                    • St Huberts "The Stag" | Chardonnay | California$38.00

                                                                                      • Decoy by Duckhorn | Sauvignon Blanc | California$32.00

                                                                                        • King Estate | Sauvignon Blanc | Oregon$42.00

                                                                                          Red by the Bottle

                                                                                          • Pike Road | Pinot Noir | Willamette Valley$42.00

                                                                                            • Dona Paula "Los Cardos" | Malbec | Mendoza$28.00

                                                                                              • BV | Cabernet Sauvignon | Napa, California$65.00

                                                                                                • Orin Swift "8 Years in the Desert" | Red Blend | Napa, California$85.00

                                                                                                  Cocktails

                                                                                                  • Margarita$12.00

                                                                                                    milagro reposado tequila + fresh squeezed lime + rich simple

                                                                                                    • Gran Jefe Margarita$14.00

                                                                                                      choice of: jaja tequila or mezcal naran; organic agave + fresh squeezed lime + cointreau + smoked salt

                                                                                                      • Alebrije$12.00

                                                                                                        mezcal + hibiscus + ginger + lemon + mint

                                                                                                        • Mango y Chile$13.00

                                                                                                          jaja blanco tequila + mango + ancho reyes verde + tajin

                                                                                                          • Padre Piña$13.00

                                                                                                            ancho reyes chile + pineapple & tamarind agua fresca

                                                                                                            • La Sirena Borracha$13.00

                                                                                                              overproof pineapple infused tequila + spiced rum + citrus + coconut cream + curaçao

                                                                                                              • Palabra$13.00

                                                                                                                mezcal naran + maraschino + aperol + lime + strawberry & buzz button dust

                                                                                                                • Loma Bonita$12.00

                                                                                                                  tequila + lime + lillet rouge + house grapefruit soda

                                                                                                                  • Paraíso Tropical$12.00

                                                                                                                    sparkling cava + strawberry + pineapple

                                                                                                                    • Conde Payaso$13.00

                                                                                                                      paranubes oaxacan rum & mezcal negroni + punt e mes + granada vallett + nixta

                                                                                                                      Frozen

                                                                                                                      • Gran Jefe Margarita$14.00

                                                                                                                        jaja tequila + organic agave + fresh squeezed lime; choice of float: cointreau, passion fruit, tamarind or guava

                                                                                                                        • Bolo de Coco$13.00

                                                                                                                          cachaça + coconut + banana + orange

                                                                                                                          Draft Beer

                                                                                                                          • Pacífico, Mexican Pilsner, Mexico$6.00

                                                                                                                            • Dos Equis Lager, Golden Pilsner, Mexico$6.00

                                                                                                                              • Dos Equis Ambar, Amber Lager, Mexico$6.00

                                                                                                                                • Greenwood Warrior, Hazy IPA, Dtphx, AZ$6.50

                                                                                                                                  • La Cumbre Elevated, IPA, Albuquerque, NM$6.50

                                                                                                                                    • Grand Canyon Prickly Pear Wheat, Wheat Ale, Flagstaff, AZ$6.50

                                                                                                                                      Bottle & Cans

                                                                                                                                      $5.50

                                                                                                                                      • Estrella Jalisco, Mexican Pilsner, Mexico

                                                                                                                                        • Firetruck Brewing "Salida del Sol", Vienna Lager, Tucson, AZ

                                                                                                                                          • Baja Brewing Co. "EscorpióN Negro", Black Ale, Mexico

                                                                                                                                            • Stone Buenaveza, Salt and Lime Lager, San Diego, CA

                                                                                                                                              • Mamitas Tequila & Soda, Hard Seltzer, Mango or Pineapple

                                                                                                                                                Chico Café

                                                                                                                                                • Coffee de la Casa$3.00

                                                                                                                                                  • Cold Brew by Cartel$4.00

                                                                                                                                                    • Bad Boy Brew$5.00

                                                                                                                                                      cold brew + horchata

                                                                                                                                                      Agave Flights

                                                                                                                                                      three 1oz pours

                                                                                                                                                        Mezcal

                                                                                                                                                        • Carreño$27.00

                                                                                                                                                          ensamble 7 + tobasiche + tepeztate

                                                                                                                                                          • Espadín$22.00

                                                                                                                                                            mezcal naran + del maguey "chichicapa" + illegal reposado

                                                                                                                                                            • Del Maguey$26.00

                                                                                                                                                              vida + minero + tobala

                                                                                                                                                              Tequila

                                                                                                                                                              • Jaja$20.00

                                                                                                                                                                blanco + reposado + añejo

                                                                                                                                                                • Milagro Select Barrel$27.00

                                                                                                                                                                  blanco + reposado + añejo

                                                                                                                                                                  • Don Julio$30.00

                                                                                                                                                                    blanco + reposado + "1942" añejo

                                                                                                                                                                    • Cincoro$32.00

                                                                                                                                                                      blanco + reposado + añejo

                                                                                                                                                                      Last updated: February 3, 2022

                                                                                                                                                                      What 1,883 people are saying

                                                                                                                                                                      Overall ratings and reviews

                                                                                                                                                                      Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

                                                                                                                                                                      4.6
                                                                                                                                                                      4.6 based on recent ratings
                                                                                                                                                                      • 4.6Food
                                                                                                                                                                      • 4.6Service
                                                                                                                                                                      • 4.6Ambience
                                                                                                                                                                      • 4.3Value

                                                                                                                                                                      Noise • Moderate

                                                                                                                                                                      Loved For

                                                                                                                                                                      • Phoenix

                                                                                                                                                                        Mexican

                                                                                                                                                                      Review summary

                                                                                                                                                                      AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                                                                                                                                      Chico Malo in Phoenix offers an exciting dining experience with its "delicious food" and "great service." The restaurant's vibrant atmosphere and "unique, freshly made menu" appeal to many, making it a favorite for celebrations and nights out. While some found the noise level high, the standout service and "amazing cocktails" keep guests returning.

                                                                                                                                                                      1,883 Reviews

                                                                                                                                                                      1. Gilbert

                                                                                                                                                                        New Mexico

                                                                                                                                                                        1 review

                                                                                                                                                                        5.0

                                                                                                                                                                        1 review

                                                                                                                                                                        Dined today

                                                                                                                                                                        1. Overall 5
                                                                                                                                                                        2. Food 5
                                                                                                                                                                        3. Service 5
                                                                                                                                                                        4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                                                                                        The food was very good. Our party of 11 had a variety of dishes and everyone was pleased. I personally had the duck Al pastor and the gansito for dessert. They were both delicious. The service was second to none. Our server Brenda was amazing! She was very attentive and helpful. If you come to Chico Malo ask for Brenda. You will have great service if you do.

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                                                                                                                                                                      2. Leyla

                                                                                                                                                                        Mexico City

                                                                                                                                                                        2 reviews

                                                                                                                                                                        3.0

                                                                                                                                                                        2 reviews

                                                                                                                                                                        Dined 1 day ago

                                                                                                                                                                        1. Overall 3
                                                                                                                                                                        2. Food 1
                                                                                                                                                                        3. Service 3
                                                                                                                                                                        4. Ambience 3
                                                                                                                                                                        No nos gustó la comida para nada , pedimos guacamole con rib eye. El ambiente y música bien.

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                                                                                                                                                                      3. Colleen

                                                                                                                                                                        Los Angeles

                                                                                                                                                                        16 reviews

                                                                                                                                                                        3.0

                                                                                                                                                                        16 reviews

                                                                                                                                                                        Dined 2 days ago

                                                                                                                                                                        1. Overall 3
                                                                                                                                                                        2. Food 3
                                                                                                                                                                        3. Service 4
                                                                                                                                                                        4. Ambience 2
                                                                                                                                                                        It was a cool space but for whatever reason the lights above our section keep flickering between brightness levels. We asked our server about it and he said it was unusual but it continued to happen for the 90 or so minutes we were there, a bit distracting. Overall a fine experience, the best part was the chips and guac.

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                                                                                                                                                                      4. Michiael

                                                                                                                                                                        Charlotte

                                                                                                                                                                        13 reviews

                                                                                                                                                                        4.0

                                                                                                                                                                        13 reviews

                                                                                                                                                                        Dined 3 days ago

                                                                                                                                                                        1. Overall 4
                                                                                                                                                                        2. Food 4
                                                                                                                                                                        3. Service 5
                                                                                                                                                                        4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                                                                                        Service was great, food came quickly and was tasty.

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                                                                                                                                                                      5. Frank

                                                                                                                                                                        Omaha

                                                                                                                                                                        4 reviews

                                                                                                                                                                        5.0

                                                                                                                                                                        4 reviews

                                                                                                                                                                        Dined 3 days ago

                                                                                                                                                                        1. Overall 5
                                                                                                                                                                        2. Food 5
                                                                                                                                                                        3. Service 5
                                                                                                                                                                        4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                                                                                        Great food and atmosphere. Will def be back

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                                                                                                                                                                      6. Carryn

                                                                                                                                                                        San Francisco

                                                                                                                                                                        2 reviews

                                                                                                                                                                        5.0

                                                                                                                                                                        2 reviews

                                                                                                                                                                        Dined 4 days ago

                                                                                                                                                                        1. Overall 5
                                                                                                                                                                        2. Food 5
                                                                                                                                                                        3. Service 5
                                                                                                                                                                        4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                                                                                        Delicious tacos, great service and ambiance. Location handy for several downtown venues.

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                                                                                                                                                                      7. Chelsea

                                                                                                                                                                        Phoenix

                                                                                                                                                                        10 reviews

                                                                                                                                                                        5.0

                                                                                                                                                                        10 reviews

                                                                                                                                                                        Dined 4 days ago

                                                                                                                                                                        1. Overall 5
                                                                                                                                                                        2. Food 5
                                                                                                                                                                        3. Service 4
                                                                                                                                                                        4. Ambience 4
                                                                                                                                                                        It was so delicious!!! We got the trio sauces and they were so yummy! The ceviche was so good!! I got the surf and turf! It was mouthwatering!!

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                                                                                                                                                                      8. Jasmine

                                                                                                                                                                        New York City

                                                                                                                                                                        1 review

                                                                                                                                                                        5.0

                                                                                                                                                                        1 review

                                                                                                                                                                        Dined 6 days ago

                                                                                                                                                                        1. Overall 5
                                                                                                                                                                        2. Food 5
                                                                                                                                                                        3. Service 5
                                                                                                                                                                        4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                                                                                        Great dishes and sauces! Can accommodate large groups with ease. Great dining experience overall.

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                                                                                                                                                                      9. kelly

                                                                                                                                                                        Calgary

                                                                                                                                                                        4 reviews

                                                                                                                                                                        4.0

                                                                                                                                                                        4 reviews

                                                                                                                                                                        Dined 7 days ago

                                                                                                                                                                        1. Overall 4
                                                                                                                                                                        2. Food 4
                                                                                                                                                                        3. Service 4
                                                                                                                                                                        4. Ambience 3
                                                                                                                                                                        Food was ok, a bit overpriced. Server messed up our order . I order duck and got beef so not a great experience . He did credit us a cocktail each which was nice

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                                                                                                                                                                      10. Natasha

                                                                                                                                                                        VIP

                                                                                                                                                                        San Diego

                                                                                                                                                                        2 reviews

                                                                                                                                                                        5.0

                                                                                                                                                                        2 reviews

                                                                                                                                                                        Dined on January 9, 2025

                                                                                                                                                                        1. Overall 5
                                                                                                                                                                        2. Food 5
                                                                                                                                                                        3. Service 5
                                                                                                                                                                        4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                                                                                        Absolutely wonderful experience. Great location. Excited to come back!

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                                                                                                                                                                      FAQs

                                                                                                                                                                      Chico Malo - Phoenix does offer delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. Chico Malo - Phoenix also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (602) 603-9363.

                                                                                                                                                                      Chico Malo - Phoenix is rated 4.6 stars by 1883 OpenTable diners.

                                                                                                                                                                      Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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                                                                                                                                                                      2 people
                                                                                                                                                                      7:00 PM
                                                                                                                                                                      Booked 53 times today

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                                                                                                                                                                      Google Map for Chico Malo - Phoenix

                                                                                                                                                                      50 W Jefferson St, Phoenix, AZ 85003

                                                                                                                                                                      Additional information

                                                                                                                                                                      • Cross street
                                                                                                                                                                        Central and Jefferson
                                                                                                                                                                      • Neighborhood
                                                                                                                                                                        Central Phoenix
                                                                                                                                                                      • Hours of operation
                                                                                                                                                                        Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–3:00 pm Happy Hour Daily 3:00 pm–6:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 3:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 3:00 pm–12:00 am
                                                                                                                                                                      • Price
                                                                                                                                                                        $30 and under
                                                                                                                                                                      • Cuisines
                                                                                                                                                                        Mexican, South American, Contemporary Mexican
                                                                                                                                                                      • Dining style
                                                                                                                                                                        Casual Dining
                                                                                                                                                                      • Dress code
                                                                                                                                                                        Business Casual
                                                                                                                                                                      • Parking details
                                                                                                                                                                        2 Hour Parking Validation included for guests who park in the CityScape Parking Garage
                                                                                                                                                                      • Payment options
                                                                                                                                                                        AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
                                                                                                                                                                      • Additional
                                                                                                                                                                        Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wine
                                                                                                                                                                      • Website
                                                                                                                                                                        http://chicomalo.com/
                                                                                                                                                                      • Phone number
                                                                                                                                                                        (602) 603-9363
                                                                                                                                                                      • Catering
                                                                                                                                                                        Let Chico Malo bring the party to you with customizable options for every occasion. We have accommodated parties from 20 to 3,500 people.
                                                                                                                                                                      • Private party facilities
                                                                                                                                                                        Whether celebrating a special occasion with family and friends or hosting a corporate event, Chico Malo can accommodate all your special event needs.
                                                                                                                                                                      • Private party contact
                                                                                                                                                                        Private Event Coordinator : (602) 603-9363
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