1. Get A Taste Of The U.K. In The Middle Of Mesa
Cornish Pasty Company
1941 W Guadalupe Rd
Mesa, AZ 85202
(480) 838-3586
Yelp: 4.5 Stars, 722 Reviews
You probably never thought you’d get a true taste of the U.K. in the middle of
Mesa,
Arizona. But you were wrong. This heavenly spot is the best place to get bangers and mash in all of the U.S. All of the pasties are out of this world, but the beef pasty is definitely a favorite.
2. Simply unPhogettable Noodles
unPhogettable
66 S Dobson Rd
Mesa, AZ 85202
(480) 835-2298
Yelp: 4 Stars, 410 Reviews
There’s nothing better than a giant bowl of pho from unPhogettable. The name totally suits the Mesa restaurant, seeing as you’re definitely not going to forget these bowls of spicy, delicious, Vietnamese noodles, meats, and veggies.
3. The Best New Mexican Food Isn’t In New Mexico
Blue Adobe Grill
144 N Country Club Dr
Mesa, AZ 85201
(480) 962-1000
Yelp: 4 Stars, 322 Reviews
Blue Adobe Grille prides itself on being authentic New Mexican cuisine right in the middle of Arizona. There’s nothing on the menu that you won’t want to have seconds of, like their chorizo-stuffed chicken or their carne adovada . Who would’ve thought that the best New Mexican cuisine in the Southwest could actually be found in Arizona and not
New Mexico?
4. Asian Cafe Mesa Restaurant Puts Its Own Spin On Chinese Classics
Asian Cafe Express
1911 W Main St
Mesa, AZ 85201
(480) 668-5910
Yelp: 4.5 Stars, 314 Reviews
Asian Cafe prides itself on being able to take classic Chinese dishes and make them even more spectacular. They try new things every week, like the stir fried rice vermicelli noodles with authentic sweet and sour sauce served with pork, shrimp, and veggies. It’s out of this world.
5. Your Mouth Will Water For Crackers and Co’s Pancakes
Crackers and Co Cafe
535 W Iron Ave
Mesa, AZ 85210
(480) 898-1717
Yelp: 4.5 Stars, 288 Reviews
If you’re looking for the best place to brunch in Mesa, it’s at Crackers and Co Cafe. Their blueberry pancakes will make you keep coming back every Saturday morning for more.
6. Reinvent Breakfast At T.C. Eggington’s
T.C. Eggington’s
1660 S Alma School Rd
Mesa, AZ 85210
(480) 345-9288
Yelp: 4 Stars, 285 Reviews
T.C. Eggington knows how to make breakfast creative. They’re constantly reinventing classic breakfast dishes, like their crab puff pastry eggs Benedict with artichokes. This is one breakfast restaurant you can’t miss in Mesa.
7. Hanging Out At Backyard Taco Is The Bomb
Backyard Taco
1524 E University
Mesa, AZ 85210
(480) 464-8226
Yelp: 4.5 Stars, 331 Reviews
This atypical taco joint is sure to make your day: the carne asada tacos are the most flavorful tacos you’ll ever taste. Don’t forget to order a side of the crazy potato.
Tip: there is always a line out the door, but be patient because it’s totally worth the wait.
8. Empanadas Like You’ve Never Tasted Before
Republica Empanada
204 E 1st Ave
Mesa, AZ 85210
(480) 969-1343
Yelp: 4.5 Stars, 232 Reviews
Republica Empanada knows how to make empanadas, and they are constantly pushing themselves further to create new and more delicious empanada dishes, like their Cubana empanadas that come with a delicious side of yuca fries and jalapeno poppers. This place defines Latin American cuisine down here.
9. Hodori Will Make Your Taste Buds Say Wow
Hodori Restaurant
1116 S Dobson Rd
Mesa, AZ 85202
(480) 668-7979
Yelp: 4 Stars, 215 Reviews
Hodori Restaurant is Korean food at its best. Seafood pajeon is definitely a local favorite but the kimchi is also out of this world. Plus, your meal starts with complimentary Korean Bori Cha, a non-sweetened ice tea that is traditional to Korea but rarely served in Korean restaurants in the U.S. It’s sure to wow you.
10. Gelato Dolce Vita Is The Real Deal
Gelato Dolce Vita
5251 E Brown Rd
Ste 104
(480) 218-0225
Yelp: 5 Stars, 142 Reviews
You may think that you have to travel all the way to Italy to get real, authentic gelato. But you really don’t have to look further than Gelato Dolce Vita in Mesa, where they have homemade gelatos of every single flavor you could imagine, including their salted caramel flavor or their wedding cake gelato.
11. Los Dos Molinos Thinks Outside The Box
Los Dos Molinos
260 S Alma School Rd
Mesa, AZ 85210
(480) 969-7475
Yelp: 4 Stars, 274 Reviews
Los Dos Molinos is one of the best spots for Mexican food in Mesa. They have all of the classics, but they also like to push the envelope, like with their dessert bite-sized pumpkin empanadas dusted with cinnamon and powdered sugar. They’re absolutely scrumptious.
12. The Street Is Where You Want To Get Your Tea
The Street
1116 S Dobson Rd
Mesa, AZ 85202
(480) 962-7575
Yelp: 4.5 Stars, 168 Reviews
Not only is the ambiance of this place super hip (with colorful graffiti covering the walls) but it’s also the best place in all of Mesa to get boba tea. You’re not going to want to miss The Street.
13. Stufrageous Burgers Are Serious Stuff
Stufrageous Stuffed Burgers
1036 W Southern Ave
Mesa, AZ 85210
(480) 485-9474
Yelp: 4.5 Stars, 137 Reviews
The name of this restaurant may sound just a tad bit overindulgent, but we promise that once you take a bite of a stufrageous stuffed burger, you are going to lose your mind. Whatever burger you get, make sure to ask for the “outrageous” sauce which is outrageously delicious. The Reuben Burger which is stuffed with pastrami and cheese and special sauce is particularly amazing. Tip: Get the tempura fried green beans for an appetizer. You won’t regret it.
14. If You Want A Taste Of Italy, Head To Alessia’s
Alessia’s Ristorante Italiano
5251 E Brown Rd
Mesa, AZ 85205
(480) 396-2888
Yelp: 4.5 Stars, 152 Reviews
Alessia’s is
the place in Mesa to get real, authentic Italian food. The angel hair carbonara tastes like it was made in someone’s home in Italy.
Hint: order the handmade Cannolis and Profiteroles for dessert with a cappuccino. You’ll feel like you’re at a cafe in Venice.
15. You’ll Want More On Your Plate At Thai Plates Cuisine
Thai Plates Cuisine
319 S Power Rd
Mesa, AZ 85206
(480) 832-0238
Yelp: 4.5 Stars, 97 Reviews
Thai Plates Cuisine is
the place to get your pad thai in Mesa. The orange chicken and the massaman curry are also both out of this world. Coupled with the fact that this place has a nice and welcoming ambiance, you really can’t go wrong dining at Thai Plates.
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