Best Lunch Restaurants in North Central Phoenix

125 restaurants available nearby

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1. Culinary Dropout at the Yard - Phoenix

4.7

Exceptional(1981)

Price: Moderate

• American • North Central Phoenix

Booked 54 times today

At Culinary Dropout, raise your glass to friends coming together. A place where food and music are life. Join us at happy hour for ice cold beer and our famous soft pretzels with provolone fondue. At dinner, a signature cocktail and slow braised 36-hour pork ribs are a perfect pair. While you and your crew enjoy damn good food and drinks, a local band plays live for great vibes. Come hang out and stay a while.

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2. Doughbird - North Central

4.8

Exceptional(140)

Price: Moderate

• American • West Phoenix

Booked 25 times today

Nothing else can quite satisfy cravings for comfort food quite like the offbeat combination of house-made pizza and tender, juicy rotisserie chicken. Sip on inventive craft cocktails with fresh juices and homemade ingredients alongside local beers and a menu of wines to pair with every delicious bite. Our dishes are sure to indulge the most flavorful of appetites. Come in and find your flavor!

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3. The Henry - Phoenix

4.8

Exceptional(6462)

Price: Moderate

• American • Central Phoenix

Booked 163 times today

Welcome to the greatest neighborhood restaurant, a place where you can always count on a warm welcome from baristas, servers and bartenders who know your order by heart. A fusion of industrial and classical influences, our open dining spaces are bursting with charm and energy. Come and go with ease for your morning coffee, enjoy lunch with a colleague, gather the family together for dinner, or treat yourself to a post-work drink at the bar. For craveable eats and downright delicious cocktails, look no further than a place where you'll always be among friends, a place that feels like home: The Henry.

4. Wren & Wolf

4.7

Exceptional(2426)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Downtown Phoenix

Booked 101 times today

Welcome to the Downtown Phoenix hotspot blending craft cocktail bar and chef driven kitchen into one distinct dining experience. At night, gather your pack and experience a vibrant dinner setting full of striking design, rich materials and taxidermy. Located in the middle of bustling downtown and just steps away from AZ Federal Theater and Footprint Center, Wren & Wolf is the perfect destination for a pre game gathering or big night out before a show. For the early birds, make grabbing your morning coffee and fresh baked pastry a part of your daily ritual or join the Valleys other movers and shakers for a power meeting during breakfast or lunch. From inventive steakhouse fare to thoughtfully elevated comfort food, Wren & Wolf is redefining dining in Downtown Phoenix.

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5. Lon's at The Hermosa

4.7

Exceptional(9046)

Price: Expensive

• American • Paradise Valley

Booked 81 times today

LON’s at the Hermosa is an authentic Arizona hacienda surrounded by spectacular scenery. Its elegant dining room melds homemade adobe and rustic ironwork with flattering lighting and carefully set tables. Enjoy award-winning Globally inspired Arizona fare on the spacious patio, or by one of the fireplaces throughout the lounge and dining areas, adorned with art pieces by Lon Megargee. The menus at LON’s offer a memorable culinary experience, which captures spirit, creativity and warmth using bold flavors and compelling combinations that reflect a contemporary take on the multitude of foods originating in the Western Hemisphere.

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6. Wrigley Mansion - Geordie's

4.7

Exceptional(1639)

Price: Expensive

• American • Biltmore

Booked 23 times today

Opulent 1930s ambiance, sophisticated menus and stunning views.Step into the world of 1930s grandeur at Geordie’s Restaurant & Lounge. Led by Chef Nick Kennedy, enjoy enticing seasonal cuisine served in an elegant yet welcoming setting by our gracious staff. Recently refreshed and restored, Geordie’s grand dining rooms and unique Chef’s Table transport guests to a more refined era while delighting in the thoroughly modern fare. Indulge in an unforgettable dinner surrounded by breathtaking views. Along the way, you'll discover why Wine Spectator recognized us as one of America’s Top 100 Wine Restaurants, thanks to an outstanding wine program that includes more than 18,000 bottles.

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7. The Arrogant Butcher

4.6

Exceptional(4609)

Price: Moderate

• American • Downtown Phoenix

Booked 83 times today

At The Arrogant Butcher, enjoy a juicy steak or burger with a beer in our bustling downtown Phoenix restaurant and bar, just across from The Footprint Center. Drop in to impress at a power lunch, share in the timeless class of dinner and a show, or pre-game before the big game. For snackable bar bites to second-to-none seafood from the raw bar, and craft beer to fancy cocktails, The Arrogant Butcher understands that impeccably crafted food is always in style. So come on over – we have your table ready.

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8. Phoenix City Grille

4.9

Exceptional(2430)

Price: Moderate

• American • North Central Phoenix

Booked 30 times today

Phoenix City Grille is a central Phoenix institution, having opened in 1997. Nestled in the heart of the Madison neighborhood at 16th street and Bethany Home Road, Phoenix City Grille was built in the style of the old town tavern. It's a comfortable place for meeting friends where you can count on delicious food at reasonable prices. Whether gathering with friends for happy hour, meeting clients for a business lunch, treating your special someone to a romantic dinner, or entertaining any sized group in our private dining room, Phoenix City Grille is a great destination.Find out why people from all over the valley visit this cozy neighborhood spot.

9. Ocotillo

4.5

Awesome(2906)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Downtown Phoenix

Booked 35 times today

We are open for in-house dining for dinner and brunch !Ocotillo restaurant focuses on Contemporary American seasonal cuisine with a touch of local Arizona Influence, bringing special attention to fresh, local and seasonal ingredients. You can enjoy lunch, dinner, brunch with a full service bar, cocktail, wine and beer program. Weekend brunches Saturday and Sunday fulfills all your sensory expectations. Menu offerings include healthy, vegan, gluten free choices !During the summer months we will do the best we can to accommodate guests indoors, but we cannot guarantee indoor seating. Look forward to seeing you at Ocotillo Restaurant and Bar.

10. PYRO

4.7

Exceptional(677)

Price: Very Expensive

• Japanese • Central Phoenix

Booked 46 times today

At Pyro, our obsession goes beyond the flame. With each spark from our wood burning hearth, we ignite the energy that flows through the doors and into your senses. Our diverse menu walks a fine line between Japanese Izakaya and American Bistro, and our chefs prepare dishes using open flame, live-fire cooking that allows the enhanced natural flavors of the ingredients to shine through. A refined yet inviting atmosphere is paralleled with a lush exterior patio, just as an elevated dining experience is matched with an intentionally energetic cocktail bar where the vibe flows through each pour and each beat of music. Flame-licked steaks and intoxicating energy will leave you yearning for a taste of more at Pyro.

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Mikevip
Denver / Colorado •3 reviews
4.0
Dined 2 days ago
Super noisy interior with one table in particular actually screaming. Took away from things just a bit.
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Doughbird - North CentralPrice: Moderate• American• West Phoenix
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4.8
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william
Phoenix / Arizona •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Without a doubt the most romantically beautiful patio dining in all the Valley! Had a superior server Brett who I’ve known over the years. He truly made our special party of 6 night exceptional. We’ll be back no doubt.
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Lon's at The HermosaPrice: Expensive• American• Paradise Valley
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4.7
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Geoffvip
Phoenix / Arizona •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
The service, food and ambiance were excellent. We ate inside at the front of the restaurant. Nice room with a real fireplace lit. We happened to be there in Wine Wednesday and got 30% off the bottle if wi e we shared. An unexpected bonus. Great meal. Thank you Tonto's!!
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Tonto Bar & Grill (Lunch reservations not required, excluding holidays)Price: Moderate• American• Cave Creek
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4.8
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Dedevip
Phoenix / Arizona •61 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
I was greeted warmly and led graciously to my table. After a short wait, the waitress made sure I got an order in before the end of happy hour. The food was so good. I love the ambience if the restaurant
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The Henry - PhoenixPrice: Moderate• American• Central Phoenix
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4.8
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Johnvip
Phoenix / Arizona •15 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Culinary Drop out at The Yard is my go to place to do a casual business lunch. I can always get in and sevice is great. People seem to like th variety of the menue. Kudos!
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Culinary Dropout at the Yard - PhoenixPrice: Moderate• American• North Central Phoenix
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4.7

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125 restaurants available nearby

1. Culinary Dropout at the Yard - Phoenix

2. Doughbird - North Central

3. The Henry - Phoenix

4. Wren & Wolf

5. Lon's at The Hermosa

6. Wrigley Mansion - Geordie's

7. The Arrogant Butcher

8. Phoenix City Grille

9. Ocotillo

10. PYRO

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