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2010 Best New Restaurants

1. Barrio Cantina & Grill

4731 E Cactus Rd, Phoenix, AZ
Mexican Restaurant · 7 tips and reviews

PHOENIX MagazinePHOENIX Magazine: 2010 Best New Restaurant! Check out the sexy outdoor living room off the lounge. It's perfect for any weather. Stay late and enjoy live music on weekends. Read more.

Caffe Boa Bistro is one of 2010 Best New Restaurants.

2. Caffe Boa Bistro

2837 N Power Rd Ste 102 (McDowell), Mesa, AZ
Italian Restaurant · Las Sendas · 1 tip

PHOENIX MagazinePHOENIX Magazine: Try the poutine - it's a rich and savory version, classed up with premium ingredients. Read more.

3. Crudo

7045 E 3rd Ave (Marshall Way & 3rd Ave), Scottsdale, AZ
Italian Restaurant · Downtown Scottsdale · 6 tips and reviews

PHOENIX MagazinePHOENIX Magazine: Sit on the olive tree-shaded patio which features white tableclothes and candles at night. Named a 2010 Best New Restaurant. Read more.

Culinary Dropout is one of 2010 Best New Restaurants.

4. Culinary Dropout

8.3
7135 E Camelback Rd Ste 125 (Scottsdale Waterfront), Scottsdale, AZ
Gastropub · Fashion Square · 154 tips and reviews

PHOENIX MagazinePHOENIX Magazine: Named one of the 2010 Best New Restaurants. Try the pork belly Cubano. Don't skip the skillet of hot, gooey apple monkey bread. Order it when your entree arrives, as it's baked to order. Read more.

Elements is one of 2010 Best New Restaurants.

5. Elements

8.6
5700 E McDonald Dr (at Sanctuary Camelback Mountain Resort & Spa), Paradise Valley, AZ
American Restaurant · 47 tips and reviews

PHOENIX MagazinePHOENIX Magazine: Look for chef Beau MacMillan's fun, off-the-menu surprises, such as freshly baked cookies to finish lunch and specialty noshes after 10 p.m. Named a 2010 Best New Restaurant (Best Reinvention) Read more.

FnB is one of 2010 Best New Restaurants.

6. FnB

8.6
7125 E 5th Ave Ste 31 (at Craftsman Court), Scottsdale, AZ
New American Restaurant · Downtown Scottsdale · 64 tips and reviews

PHOENIX MagazinePHOENIX Magazine: Try the crispy rock shrimp with jalapeno tartar and wash it down with a Sundowner, a thirst-quenching mix of Aperol and Gruet bubbles with a lemon twist. Named a 2010 Best New Restaurant. Read more.

McArthur's is one of 2010 Best New Restaurants.

7. McArthur's

7.5
2400 E Missouri Ave (in Arizona Biltmore Hotel), Phoenix, AZ
American Restaurant · Camelback East · 47 tips and reviews

PHOENIX MagazinePHOENIX Magazine: Secret of the house: call chef Sicolo directly at 602-955-6600 to arrange dinner on the roof or in the kitchen. The patio is also a great option and one of the most attractive in the city. Read more.

Gallo Blanco Cafe is one of 2010 Best New Restaurants.

8. Gallo Blanco Cafe

401 W Clarendon Ave (in The Clarendon Hotel), Phoenix, AZ
Mexican Restaurant · 127 tips and reviews

PHOENIX MagazinePHOENIX Magazine: Named one of our 2010 Best Restaurants! We love that they serve breakfast all day - order the outrageously delicious huevos rancheros. The patio is the perfect spot to sip sangria. Read more.

The Grind is one of 2010 Best New Restaurants.

9. The Grind

3961 E Camelback Rd (at 40th St), Phoenix, AZ
Burger Joint · Camelback East · 74 tips and reviews

PHOENIX MagazinePHOENIX Magazine: Salad lovers will flip over the smoky grilled romaine salad. For dessert, indulge in miniature fried donut rings with warm butterscotch dipping sauce. Named a 2010 Best New Restaurant. Read more.

Hillside Spot is one of 2010 Best New Restaurants.

10. Hillside Spot

8.3
4740 E Warner Rd (at 48th St), Phoenix, AZ
Breakfast Spot · 92 tips and reviews

PHOENIX MagazinePHOENIX Magazine: Try Mia's homemade pancakes, an El Jefe omelet or the Tunisian grilled vegetable salad. If you require lots of caffeine, you'll love the Iced Toddy. Named a 2010 Best New Restaurant. Read more.

Iruna is one of 2010 Best New Restaurants.

11. Iruna

7217 E 1st St (at Scottsdale Rd), Scottsdale, AZ
Spanish Restaurant · Old Town Scottsdale · 15 tips and reviews

PHOENIX MagazinePHOENIX Magazine: Try the chicken meatballs with truffle jus or the lobster with corn and Serrano ham. Named a 2010 Best New Restaurant. Read more.

Marcella's Italian Kitchen is one of 2010 Best New Restaurants.

12. Marcella's Italian Kitchen

7014 E Camelback Rd Ste 1423 (Scottsdale Fashion Square), Scottsdale, AZ
Italian Restaurant · Fashion Square · 16 tips and reviews

PHOENIX MagazinePHOENIX Magazine: Named one of our 2010 Best New Restaurants! Stop by on Wednesday when bottles of wine are half price. Try the Grapefruit Basil Fizz; sweet, tart and herbal, it is ultra refreshing. Read more.

Modern Steak is one of 2010 Best New Restaurants.

13. Modern Steak

7014 E Camelback Rd (Scottsdale Fashion Square), Scottsdale, AZ
Steakhouse · Fashion Square · 46 tips and reviews

PHOENIX MagazinePHOENIX Magazine: Named one of our 2010 Best New Restaurants! Too many must-try menu items to list. Stop by at lunch for better bargains of the same great dishes. Even vegetarians can get a first-rate meal here. Read more.

Nobuo at Teeter House is one of 2010 Best New Restaurants.

14. Nobuo at Teeter House

622 E Adams St (in Heritage Square (7th St & Monroe)), Phoenix, AZ
Japanese Restaurant · Copper Square · 36 tips and reviews

PHOENIX MagazinePHOENIX Magazine: Try the whole, char-grilled shisito peppers and pair them with a Basil Julep made of whiskey, fresh herb and angostura bitters. Read more.

Pomegranate Café is one of 2010 Best New Restaurants.

15. Pomegranate Café

4025 E Chandler Blvd Ste 28, Phoenix, AZ
Vegan and Vegetarian Restaurant · Ahwatukee Foothills · 49 tips and reviews

PHOENIX MagazinePHOENIX Magazine: This is vegetarian, vegan and raw food done right. Try the Lumberjack sandwich or the raw buckwheat crispies parfait capped in fruit, berries and cashew cream. Named a 2010 Best New Restaurants. Read more.

Pomo Pizzeria is one of 2010 Best New Restaurants.

16. Pomo Pizzeria

6166 N Scottsdale Rd #701 (at E Rose Ln), Scottsdale, AZ
Pizzeria · Resort Corridor · 29 tips and reviews

PHOENIX MagazinePHOENIX Magazine: After your favorite pizza, try the creamy panna cotta topped with thinly sliced pineapple, puckery lemon sorbet, Grand Marnier and a sprinkle of chopped candied orange peel. Yum! Read more.

Renegade Canteen is one of 2010 Best New Restaurants.

17. Renegade Canteen

9400 E Shea Blvd, Scottsdale, AZ
American Restaurant · 16 tips and reviews

PHOENIX MagazinePHOENIX Magazine: Try the green chile pork stew or green chile mac and cheese. Read more.

St Francis is one of 2010 Best New Restaurants.

18. St Francis

8.3
111 E Camelback Rd (at Central Ave), Phoenix, AZ
New American Restaurant · 131 tips and reviews

PHOENIX MagazinePHOENIX Magazine: Secret of the house: the mezzanine. Tucked upstairs, this intimate space is perfect for a quiet get together. Selected as a 2010 Best New Restaurant. Read more.

Totties Asian Fusion is one of 2010 Best New Restaurants.

19. Totties Asian Fusion

8.3
6204 N Scottsdale Rd (at Lincoln Dr), Scottsdale, AZ
Thai Restaurant · Resort Corridor · 19 tips and reviews

PHOENIX MagazinePHOENIX Magazine: Try the lychee saketo - a combination of sake and mojito - with muddled, mint, lychee juice and sake. Sit inside; no alcohol is served on the patio. Read more.

Zinburger is one of 2010 Best New Restaurants.

20. Zinburger

8.8
2502 E Camelback Rd (at Biltmore Fashion Park), Phoenix, AZ
Burger Joint · Camelback East · 117 tips and reviews

PHOENIX MagazinePHOENIX Magazine: Go for the signature Zinburger, a meaty masterpiece with melty Manchego cheese and Zinfandel-braised onions. Add a thick, frosty strawberry cheesecake shake. Named a 2010 Best New Restaurant. Read more.

Prado Restaurant is one of 2010 Best New Restaurants.

21. Prado Restaurant

7.8
4949 E Lincoln Dr, Scottsdale, AZ
Spanish Restaurant · 19 tips and reviews

Amy M.Amy Martin: Get the Balsamic Rosemary Baby Back Ribs on the tapas menu...life-changing!

Le Chalet is one of 2010 Best New Restaurants.

22. Le Chalet

5626 W Bell Rd, Glendale, AZ
French Restaurant · Cholla · 32 tips and reviews

TiffanyTiffany: The Hanging Man is the best item on the menu. I get it every time.

Petite Maison is one of 2010 Best New Restaurants.

23. Petite Maison

7216 E Shoeman Ln (Camelback Rd & Scottsdale Rd), Scottsdale, AZ
French Restaurant · Downtown Scottsdale · 27 tips and reviews

Vern G.Vern Gill: Go for Staff Meal, Thursday, Friday, Saturday nights, 10PM-12AM, $8-$12 for unique creations not on their regular menu