I Like The Lola, general American, and Bodega ( Cuban). There's also a State 48 Brewery with food, and Bar Louie, a chain with decent food. If you want Mexican, Salt Tacos is supposed to be good, and there's also Sugar Factory.

Torchy's Tacos has a couple of locations. Julio G's used to be really good, but I have not been since they relocated to North Phoenix. Also maybe try Richardson's. There have never been a lot of great choices, honestly.

former Mesaite here. I liked George's Gyros in mesa, Med Fresh grill and haji Baba in Tempe, along with Flaming Kabob in Mesa.

It's too bad about Binkley's closing, but I'm really excited for The Larder and the Delta to come back.

Thanks for this. I have been meaning to get here and you've just given me a shove. I live in Estrella, but that looks worth the travel.

Bax, I know what you mean- I went to UA in the '90's and the downtown food scene wasn't much. There's a lot of great food and drinks in the area- I really recommend another trip.

Anyone go? We thought about it- we live in the area, but ended up not.

Bax, I like HUB restaurant and Ice Creamery. Haven't been in awhile, but a friend who does many more concerts than i do says it's still good. Have heard good things about Maynards, but it's too seafood focussed for me. (I'm allergic). I also like Reilly Craft pizza a lot.

Chowhokam, let me know how it is!

Sorry, I keep mistyping today. Hadn't really got a date in mind- maybe later in April, after the NCAA types have gone home?