Established in 1950 by Jack Durant, this Phoenix original was once the meeting place of the Phoenix 40, a group of local business men considered the movers and shakers of the Valley. Today, Durant’s maintains much of its charm – serving some of the best steaks in the Valley. Dimly lit with rich red walls, dark brown wood and fresh...
Joe’s Real BBQ is a throwback to the 1940s. Where else can you sip a 25-cent cup of coffee or chug a bottled soda next to a 1948 John Deere Tractor? The restaurant serves authentic Texas barbecue. Order the pecan-smoked brisket, pulled pork, chicken or hot links. Portions are hefty so come hungry. The price is right, too. A BBQ...
Blink and you could miss Tortilla Flat, the little town located near mile marker 213 on the Apache Trail (AZ 88). It’s only a restaurant, gift store, post office, ice cream shop and small museum, but you’ll definitely want to stop. In fact, for many, it’s the whole point of driving this historic stagecoach route. The restaurant serves traditional fare...
Joe Johnston, the man behind local favorite Joe’s Real BBQ, grew up on this farm in Gilbert. The cotton has been replaced by another Johnston venture, a community called Agritopia, and the family home is now Joe’s Farm Grill. The restaurant serves burgers, pizza, salads, ribs and more. (They have great breakfasts, too! Try the apple fritters.) As many of...