Best Cheat Meals in Phoenix

Your ultimate guide to guilt-free indulgence in Phoenix

67890
Total Reviews
4.5
Avg Rating
$ - $$$$
Price Range
16
Cuisines

Top Cheat Meal Spots

Matt's Big Breakfast

(12345 reviews)
$$
Breakfast

Local favorite known for massive portions and quality ingredients. The Big Butter Burger is legendary.

Breakfast Local Favorite Worth the Wait Quality
825 N 1st St, Phoenix, AZ 85004
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Pizzeria Bianco

(15678 reviews)
$$
Pizza

James Beard award-winning pizzeria. The Marinara pizza is worth breaking any diet for.

Pizza Award-Winning Historic Worth the Wait
623 E Adams St, Phoenix, AZ 85004
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Carolina's Mexican Food

(8765 reviews)
$
Mexican

No-frills spot famous for their tortillas and burritos. The green chile burro is a must-try.

Mexican Local Favorite Casual Authentic
1202 E Mohave St, Phoenix, AZ 85034
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Sweet Republic

(5432 reviews)
$$
Ice Cream

Artisanal ice cream shop with unique flavors. The Salted Butter Caramel Toffee is worth the calories.

Ice Cream Dessert Unique Flavors Local Favorite
6054 N 16th St, Phoenix, AZ 85016
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Chino Bandido

(7654 reviews)
$$
Fusion

Unique Chinese-Mexican fusion. The Jade Red Chicken with jerk fried rice is a local favorite.

Fusion Unique Local Favorite Casual
310 W Bell Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85023
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Barrio Café

(9876 reviews)
$$$
Mexican

Chef Silvana Salcido Esparza's famous Mexican restaurant. The Chiles en Nogada is legendary.

Mexican Fine Dining Award-Winning Chef-Driven
2814 N 16th St, Phoenix, AZ 85006
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Welcome Diner

(4321 reviews)
$$
American

Retro diner serving Southern-inspired comfort food. The Big Jim biscuit sandwich is a must-try.

Diner Southern Comfort Food Late Night
929 E Pierce St, Phoenix, AZ 85006
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Little Miss BBQ

(11234 reviews)
$$
BBQ

Central Texas-style BBQ with daily specials. The beef brisket is worth breaking any diet for.

BBQ Worth the Wait Local Favorite Meat Heaven
4301 E University Dr, Phoenix, AZ 85034
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Local Tips for Phoenix

Beat the Heat

Many restaurants open early to beat the heat - go for breakfast or early lunch!

Timing is Everything

Popular spots like Pizzeria Bianco and Little Miss BBQ are best visited during off-peak hours.

Spice Level

Phoenix takes its spice seriously - when they say hot, they mean it!

Hidden Gems

Some of the best spots are in strip malls - don't judge by appearance!

Drive-Worthy

The best spots are spread out across the valley - worth the drive for authentic flavors.