Diners' Choice: Good for groups restaurants in East Valley

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Updated December 05, 2024

Looking for restaurants that are great for groups in East Valley? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyzes nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favorite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

Spinato's Pizzeria and Family Kitchen - Ahwatukee

5.0

5 (13)

$30 and under

Pizzeria

Ahwatukee

About the restaurant

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!

Top review

Jay J.VIP

Dined 7 days ago

Always great food and wonderful service from Mike, Janet, and Kory in the bar area. Thank you

BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse - Chandler

4.6

4.6 (157)

$30 and under

American

Chandler

About the restaurant

Time counts at BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse. Since our humble beginnings back in 1978, we've continued to refine our brewhouse experience to make BJ's a place where you can make the most of any meal. We want BJ's to be a place where the moment you leave is the moment you plan on coming back. We pride ourselves in our craft and attention to detail. Our guests come here for our award-winning handcrafted beer. They come here for the Southern California twist we've put on the Chicago-style deep dish pizza. And they come here for our Pizookies®, our world-renowned dessert. But above all we know people come here to make their good times better. So in many ways we haven't just crafted a brand, but a mindset. And our guests are the reason for this. And it's because of them we're continually striving to make sure every moment they choose to spend with us counts. Welcome to BJ's, a restaurant with a Brewhouse soul.

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Gemenie

Dined on Dec 8, 2024

Really good place to eat for a date night or just because. Service is great every time we go.

Hop Social Grill

4.6

4.6 (709)

$30 and under

American

Chandler

About the restaurant

Brand new concept to Arizona. Featuring locally sourced scratch made recipes along with 52 Craft beers in a restaurant built to amaze.

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Lafayette

Dined on Dec 13, 2024

Great good. Great service. Will certainly be back again soon.

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Popular dish

Grilled Steak Salad

Popular dish

Cabernet Tenderloin Tips

Thirsty Lion - Gilbert, AZ

4.5

4.5 (829)

$30 and under

Contemporary American

Gilbert

About the restaurant

Offering gastropub fare and from-scratch cooking with a culinary commitment to local and seasonal ingredients, the food is both craveable and bold. At the bar, a wide range of local craft beers are available, an option for every palate and plate. Craft cocktails are made with fresh fruit purees, juices, and premium liquors, while wines come in 25 varieties. Enjoy your lunch, dinner, daily happy hour or weekend brunch craft brew while watching the game on one of the flat screens amidst an open kitchen, central bar and a patio that soaks up the sun. Whether it's a cozy dinner for two or lunch with the whole office, Thirsty Lion is the perfect destination for any party size, including large groups and events.

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Anthony

Dined 1 day ago

Makela was our server and she provided phenomenal service!

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Experience

New Year's Eve Prix Fixe Menus

Experience

Daily Happy Hour 3-6pm!

Experience

Late Night Happy Hour

Barrio Queen- Tempe

4.5

4.5 (80)

$30 and under

Mexican

Tempe

About the restaurant

Barrio Queen is the best restaurant in Tempe for authentic Mexican food and craft cocktails. Our food pays homage to history and culture by serving fresh, authentic Mexican cuisine using traditional recipes from barrios throughout Mexico. Our extensive tequila and mezcal list set the stage for our array of fun, flavorful drinks. Each has a personality all its own! Inside our locations, the Día de los Muertos decor creates an energetic and social atmosphere that allows you to detach and enjoy your unique, memorable dining experience.

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Courtney

Dined 7 days ago

FANTASTIC food! Great atmosphere. Cannot wait to go back!

The Melting Pot - Ahwatukee

4.4

4.4 (970)

$50 and over

Fondue

Ahwatukee

About the restaurant

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.

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Kylee

Dined 4 days ago

Ale was the best server ever!! Amazing experience

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Experience

Standard Reservation

Salt Tacos y Tequila - Gilbert

4.4

4.4 (71)

$30 and under

Mexican

Gilbert

About the restaurant

Step inside Salt SanTan and enjoy authentic Mexican food with a modern twist. From our signature tacos to a selection of over 120 tequilas, there is something here for everyone.

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ParisVIP

Dined 7 days ago

The best house margaritas. I crave them. Loved the carne asada fries swap for regular fries tho not waffle. The ahi app is to die for.

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4.1

4.1 (401)

$30 and under

Southwest

Chandler

About the restaurant

Z'Tejas is a scratch kitchen that serves elevated Tex-Mex with a southern flair. They have locations in
both Texas and Arizona. Founded in Austin, Texas in 1989, Z'Tejas is known for its bold flavors,
creative cocktails, and warm, inviting atmosphere. The company is dedicated to providing guests with
an exceptional dining experience and is committed to using the freshest ingredients and innovative
techniques to bring the bold flavors of Southwestern cuisine to life.

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OpenTable Diner

Dined on Nov 26, 2024

Food was fantastic!!!

Stellar66 Chinese Restaurant and Bar

3.9

3.9 (40)

$30 and under

Chinese

Mesa

About the restaurant

Our restaurant specializes in Beijing-style crispy duck (served flaming show), fresh bullfrog hotpot (prepared on the day), stir-fried , golden broth rice, fresh fish, lobster, abalone, sea cucumber, and fish maw. We also offer a variety of classic Sichuan dishes, nourishing soups, and innovative American-Chinese fusion cuisine for our international guests to try. Our full bar features a selection of specialty cocktails, sake, and Chinese spirits. We offer private rooms for events such as banquets, receptions, and group dinners. Our Peking duck is limited daily and available until sold out, so we recommend making reservations in advance. Our team includes master chefs with over 15 years of experience in Peking duck, over 30 years of experience in Sichuan cuisine, as well as several young talents. We aim to bring a unique dining experience to our friends in the Phoenix area.

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Anaya

Dined on Oct 18, 2024

Great atmosphere. Very kind staff, very attentive and quick.

Terra Tempe Kitchen & Spirits

3.7

3.7 (218)

$30 and under

Southwest

Tempe

About the restaurant

Bask in the Spirit of the Land.

Located inside The Westin Tempe, Terra Tempe Kitchen & Spirits cleverly combines the bold, rustic flavors of Arizona and the Southwest for breakfast, lunch, dinner or private events. The local ingredients from the surrounding area of the Salt River Valley and its rich history provide a healthy and all-natural reflection of the “land of Tempe.”

Chef Richard Pelz features a menu rich in history, indigenous ingredients from artisanal producers and the best local products that tell Tempe’s story with the blend of Spanish, Native American, Mexican, and early American pioneers. The bar features a wide array of signature nature-infused craft cocktails, local beers and an inspired wine list, catering to those that appreciate a break from the status quo.

Top review

chien

Dined on Dec 7, 2024

Food is great and friendly service. Will recommend it.

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