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Kai Restaurant at Sheraton Grand at Wild Horse Pass
Price: Very Expensive•Southwest•4.9(2,307)Recipient of the coveted AAA Five Diamond Award and Forbes Five Star Award, Kai, meaning 'seed' in the Pima language, features a menu rich in creativity, history and Native American culture. Chef de Cuisine Drew Anderson incorporates the essence of the Pima and Maricopa tribes and locally farmed ingredients from the Gila River Indian Community to create unforgettable masterpieces.
Appropriate dinner dress, such as formal wear and smart business-casual attire is encouraged for all of our guests. Thank you in advance for respecting this as an elegant and discerning adults-only fine dining environment for guests over the age of 13. Please note that not all allergies can be accommodated for.Spinato's Pizzeria and Family Kitchen - Ahwatukee
Price: Moderate•Pizzeria•4.9(23)Spinato's Pizzeria and Family Kitchen is the best Pizzeria and Italian restaurant in Arizona. Since 1974, we have been a local favorite for Italian dishes, including pizza, pasta, and specialty sauces. Join us for our unique Arizona creations, gluten-free pizza crusts, and other Italian specialties. Online ordering available.
The Official Pizza of the Phoenix Suns & Mercury!
Spinato's Pizzeria and Family Kitchen - Gilbert
Price: Moderate•Pizzeria•4.7(52)Spinato's Pizzeria and Family Kitchen is the best Pizzeria and Italian restaurant in Arizona. Since 1974, we have been a local favorite for Italian dishes, including pizza, pasta, and specialty sauces. Join us for our unique Arizona creations, gluten-free pizza crusts, and other Italian specialties. Online ordering available. The Official pizza of The Phoenix Suns & Mercury!Spinato's Pizzeria and Family Kitchen
Price: Moderate•Pizzeria•4.7(94)Spinato's Pizzeria and Family Kitchen is the best Pizzeria and Italian restaurant in Arizona. Since 1974, we have been a local favorite for Italian dishes, including pizza, pasta, and specialty sauces. Join us for our unique Arizona creations, gluten-free pizza crusts, and other Italian specialties. Online ordering available. The Official pizza of The Phoenix Suns & Mercury!
The Melting Pot - Ahwatukee
Price: Very Expensive•Fondue•4.7(984)The Melting Pot is Arizona's premier fondue restaurant. Enjoy four courses of fondue and reconnect with your friends, family and colleagues. Savory cheese fondues; entrees cooked table-side that include filet mignon, lobster, and shrimp just to name a few. Include chocolate fondue for dessert and they all melt into a unique dining experience. The Melting Pot has a full complement of beer, wine and cocktails to enhance your dining experience. Intimate booths for two, private rooms or dining room tables are available nightly. The Melting Pot is the perfect destination for any special occasion. Whether you are celebrating a graduation, anniversary, birthday, or holiday party, a fondue dining experience is a unique way to create memories with your party. Reservations recommended.Prime, A Shula's Steak House
Price: Very Expensive•Steakhouse•4.6(3,609)From the moment you enter Prime, A Shula’s Steak House, you’ll be welcomed with an elevated take on the traditional steakhouse experience. Perfectly prepared steaks, and bold, craveable interpretations of classic steak house dishes with French culinary undertones.
DRESS CODE GUIDELINES
Not permitted in the dining room:
*Any lounge attire. This includes gym wear, sweat suits, sleepwear or swimwear.
*Any clothing with explicit language or graphics.
*Men: sleeveless shirts or undershirts
Elliott's Steakhouse
Price: Very Expensive•Steakhouse•4.7(740)Our mission is to create a culinary steakhouse haven that not only tantalizes the taste buds of our cherished guests, but also nurtures the well-being of our beloved community.
Daily Happy Hour (Bar only): 3pm – 5pm
Dinner: 4pm – Close
*To ensure an unparalleled dining experience for everyone, we kindly ask guests to adhere to a business casual dress code. Athletic wear, baseball caps, graphic tees, tank tops and open-toed footwear (for gentlemen) are not permitted. Management retains the discretion to modify this Dress Code policy as needed.The Hidden House
Price: Expensive•American•4.7(2,190)We believe in people. We believe in nourishment. We believe in family. We believe in love.
We believe that people are more than their job titles or their everyday struggles. We believe that everyone deserves a break from everyday stress. We believe you are worthy to be celebrated.
Since the beginning of time, from peasants to royalty, people required fine food & drinks to complete their festivities. We believe in celebrating you, celebrating life & slowing down to enjoy the finer things.
Our Chef-crafted menu offers unique dishes that bring Italian, Spanish and asian flavors to contemporary American staples. Award-winning mixologists offer an array of options including: an 80 bottle wine list, craft canned beer options, over 40 historically-driven classic cocktails & custom cocktails on draft.
This 1939 house, once disregarded by its community, is now repurposed into a gathering place. When you step into our house, you are home.
Liberty Market
Price: Moderate•American•4.8(1,213)An unpretentious urban bistro lead by Chef David Traina, Liberty Market has been serving Gilbert since 1935. Wood fired pizza, sandwiches, salads, burgers, entrees, espresso bar, full service bar with house made cocktails, beer&wine. Serving Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner 7 days a week.
Passion for food, and serving from the heart.Sam & Luca Italian Bistro
Price: Moderate•Italian•4.7(1,144)OLD WORLD CHARM. NEW WORLD VIBE.
At our family-owned restaurant, we blend simple, fresh ingredients to create timeless Italian dishes, delivering an unparalleled dining experience.
Our venue offers private group dining for up to 20 guests, complete with customized menu options to suit your occasion. Relax on our intimate patio during Happy Hour from 3pm to 6pm, Monday to Friday, and enjoy 25% off bottled wine under $100 on Wednesday nights. Don’t miss our signature cocktails, including the beloved Limoncello Martini, and much more!
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- AAnnettePhoenix / Arizona •1 review4.0Dined todayAmbiance was lovely, the service was great, and the food- my appetizer, entree and desert were quite flavorful!More infoThe Hidden HousePrice: Expensive• American• Chandler•4.7
- AAmyLas Vegas •2 reviews5.0Dined 1 day agoI surprised my husband for the omakase dinner on his birthday. We both enjoyed it every much. Our server Miss Grace was very nice and made great recommendations for our omakase. She is also very knowledgeable with all the ingredients. Overall it was a great time. The only small thing for feedback was where we were seated. There were 2 loud groups. We were hoping for a more private seating.More infoShimogamo Japanese Restaurant - ChandlerPrice: Expensive• Japanese• Chandler•4.8
- JJulieVIPPhoenix / Arizona •27 reviews5.0Dined 1 day agoLovely as usual! Great food and wait staff. Lovely gal singing and playing the pianoMore infoVinciTorio's RestaurantPrice: Expensive• Italian• Tempe•4.5
- DDenisePhoenix / Arizona •7 reviews5.0Dined 1 day agoDelicious food and excellent service! Impressive wine-tasting area in addition to the restaurant.More infoCooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant - Chandler, AZPrice: Moderate• American• Chandler•4.6
- JJulieHawaii •3 reviews5.0Dined on Mar 4, 2025Had a very nice business dinner. Food was delicious, D in the bar was amazing.More infoThe Keg Steakhouse + Bar - ChandlerPrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• Chandler•4.5
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Discover East Valley
The East Valley is known for its great, sunny weather and plethora of outdoor activities in which to take part year-round. Hit the links, and when you're finished your 18 holes, refresh yourself with lunch at a 19th-hole establishment. Are you a sports fan? Take in a game or two, as well as wings and some beer, at a local sports bar. If you are looking for a romantic dinner for two, know that there are several Michelin-rated restaurants in the East Valley that will create just the right ambiance. As the East Valley is so family-friendly, you will also find more than a few pizza and entertainment-themed restaurants to choose from. After a day spent in the hot sun, cool down in the evening with some pineapple frozen yogurt.
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Frequently asked questions
Healthy restaurants located in East Valley include George & Gather, Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant - Chandler, AZ and Black Angus Steakhouse - Superstition
Restaurants with gluten-free options in East Valley are Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant - Chandler, AZ, George & Gather and Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant - Gilbert, AZ
Bottomless brunch in East Valley is available at George & Gather, Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant - Chandler, AZ and North Italia - Gilbert
The most romantic restaurant in East Valley is Elliott's Steakhouse
Restaurants in East Valley with a great view include Prime, A Shula's Steak House, Stone & Barrel and The Patio & Grille at Las Sendas