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My Top Places to Eat + Sip in Arizona
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items I’ve lived in the East Valley for 9 years and have eaten my way through so many spots across Gilbert and beyond. These are the restaurants, cafés, and hidden gems I keep coming back to — the ones I take friends to, rave about, and genuinely love.
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Gilbert Favorites: Coffee, Breakfast, Dinner + More
Where I Take Friends When They Visit
Gilbert Favorites: Coffee, Breakfast, Dinner + More
Maeva is the European-inspired café Gilbert didn’t know it needed. The moment you walk in, it feels like stepping into a Parisian art house — moody, elegant, and so aesthetic for photos.
My favorites: their pastries, their coffee flights, and honestl...
MAEVA
Love sitting outside here. It’s magical with the trees, landscaping and the vibes are there. The food is farm-to-table with the freshest ingredients and the staff is always amazing. My fav dishes are the lamb burger, pizzas, garlic fries and their mi...
Joe's Farm Grill
My favorite cozy coffee spot in Agritopia with the best coffee! Their pastries are world famous and I’m always a sucker for their sourdough chicken salad sandwich. They also have the dreamiest garden-vibe patio.
The Coffee Shop
Upscale golf-club vibes with really good brunch, dinner dishes, cocktails, and a beautiful patio. Perfect for birthdays, showers, or a cute lunch with friends. Also a fab spot for date night!
Social Birdie Restaurant and Bar
An AZ classic that never disappoints. Light, happy vibes, great wine deals, and the best bruschetta boards I’ve ever had. Perfect for brunch or a casual girls night.
Postino East
A total gem! Huge portions, amazing and authentic NY-style pizza, and the friendliest vibe. Very family friendly and comfort food at its finest.
Sal's Gilbert Pizza
Cozy pub feel with the most comforting pasties. Unique flavors, great beer, and a perfect place for lunch or dinner.
Cornish Pasty Co
Classic steakhouse energy with consistently good food and the steaks are amazing. Great for celebrations, date nights, or when you want a really good filet.
DC Steak House
Intimate, stylish wine bar with great small plates. Perfect for a relaxed date night or catching up with friends. They have really good wine deals and the bruschetta and meatballs are my favs!
BlackSheep Wine Bar & Merchant
Where I Take Friends When They Visit
Your modern cozy-meets-elevated brunch spot. Gorgeously designed, bright, delicious, and one of my favorite places to take friends or family.
Must-try: their brunch plates, pastries, and drinks — everything is thoughtfully made, and the space is chef...
George & Gather
This is my go-to when I want seafood and a scene! The oysters, sushi rolls, fried rice and cocktails are always perfect and the Epicenter location has the cutest energy.
Buck & Rider Gilbert
The most extra brunch in the valley. From their DIY Bloody Mary bar to the over the top dishes and DJ’s this place is a fun vibe!
Hash Kitchen
Romantic, moody, and such a good date night pick. Elevated food, craft cocktails, and a cozy historic vibe.
The Hidden House
Amazing Texas-style BBQ in the East Valley. Brisket, ribs, sides - everything is tender and flavorful. The loaded baked potato with bbq ranch and their homemade sausage…I could live on this meal! Great family spot.
Caldwell County BBQ
A staple here in the East Valley. I’ve been coming here a long time and I’ve never been disappointed. Fun vibe, the best beers, great burgers, and a lively patio. Easy family or friends hangout spot.
SanTan Brewing - Downtown Chandler
A hidden speakeasy with an amazing story. They have killer cocktails and a super cool, moody and cozy vibe. You can order food from Crust upstairs and their espresso martini is my favorite! Great for a late night drink or couples night.
The Ostrich