Tag: restaurant
Go for the Story, Stay for the Food: La Posada is a Must-See Along Rt. 66
If you’re traveling along the Historic Route 66, a necessary stop along the way should be the La Posada Inn in Winslow, Arizona. Designed by the famed architect Mary Colter, the inn’s rustic façade transports any visitor to a time when the American West still felt mostly wild. When stepping onto the historic grounds of ...Sip on Some of the World’s Best Mead in Prescott
When members of ancient civilizations wanted to relax after a long week, they didn’t mix a martini, crack open a beer or uncork a bottle of wine. They drank mead, a fermented beverage made with honey, water and yeast, along with various combinations of fruits, herbs and spices. Mead was produced throughout Europe, Africa and ...Rock Springs Cafe Known for the State’s Best Pie
Less than an hour north of downtown Phoenix, just off I-17 at exit 242 in Black Canyon City, you’ll find the Rock Springs Café. Known as the place to go for some of the best pie you’ll ever eat, this Arizona institution began in 1918 as a general store for travelers, miners and local ranchers. ...Shifting from Car Service to Coffee Service
PHOENIX – In the lengthy list of recycled things, the Sip Coffee & Beer Garage deserves a second look. Located at 3620 E. Indian School Road, the establishment offers food, a full selection of lab coffees, handcrafted cocktails and extensive lists of local beers and wines, on tap or in glass containers.Horseshoe Café Offers Snapshot of Arizona in Mid-20th Century
The Horseshoe Cafe neon sign caught my eye. This quaint restaurant has greeted diners along the main thoroughfare through Benson since the 1940s. The second story was added later to accommodate a casino. Before it’s doors could open, gambling ceased in Southern Arizona.Quirky Haunts to Eat Your Way Through Arizona
While Arizona is home to several upscale dining establishments that meet the most discriminating palates, the state is also home to several fun and kitschy places to nosh at as well. Whether diners are on a road trip or just seeking out the unusual, below are some suggestions for AAA One and Two Diamond ...Sing High Chop Suey House Named by Mistake
PHOENIX -- The Sing High Chop Suey House has been in Phoenix for about 80 years, which makes it an institution. But despite its longevity, the restaurant is a bit of a mistake. It came about this way: In 1928, Fred Lee migrated to Phoenix from China and opened a restaurant.World’s Largest Pipe Organ Delights Pizza Lovers in Mesa
MESA – Organ Stop Pizza possesses all the ingredients of a great pizza parlor, yet people aren’t just drawn here for the Spicy Italian or Hawaiian pies. They are mesmerized by the melodies of The Mighty Wurlitzer – the world’s largest pipe organ.Longhorn Grill, an Epic Curiosity in Southern Arizona, Shuts Down
AMADO -- One of Arizona's all-time best oddities faces an uncertain future due to the economy. The Longhorn Grill, a landmark restaurant just off Interstate 19 south of Tucson, has closed due to slow sales that forced a bank foreclosure. The establishment was well-known to travelers because it was housed in a giant stucco cow ...The Snow Cap Cafe: Seligman’s Funky Landmark
SELIGMAN -- For those who have been there before, part of the entertainment at the Snow Cap Cafe is watching the expressions on the faces of first-timers when they order an ice cream cone, and the man behind the counter asks, "Do you want mustard with that?" And before the befuddled customer can answer, the ...
