We’re getting hungry, and here’s why: Arizona summer dining is coming in strong with seasonal menus, cocktail creations and restaurant openings arriving across Phoenix, Scottsdale, Chandler and Peoria. Here’s some of the latest dining news from across the Valley.

Editor’s note: This story was updated on May 31, 2026, with additional Arizona seasonal menus and special dining experiences. This roundup will be updated as new Arizona dining news is announced throughout the summer.

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At a glance: New Arizona dining experiences to know this summer

• Tell Your Friends debuts a new cocktail menu beneath The Americano in Scottsdale
• Grey Hen Rx launches its immersive “Wicked City” concept inspired by 1920s Juarez
• North Italia rolls out seasonal dishes and a $25 prix-fixe lunch and brunch menu
• Mastro’s brings back its “Summer of Luxury” prix-fixe dining experience
• Arizona’s first Wagyu House is coming to Chandler Fashion Center
• Flower Child expands into Peoria’s growing Trailhead development
• Virtu Honest Craft launches its Amalfi Coast-inspired prix-fixe experience
• JOJO Coffeehouse introduces new summer brunch offerings
• Uchi Scottsdale announces its summer chef collaboration series
• Grimaldi’s debuts a limited-time patriotic summer menu

The dining scene in Arizona this summer is heating up, with tasting experiences, value-focused summer specials and new hours and locations.

Arizona cocktail bars and nightlife spots debut new summer menus

Tell Your Friends unveils a new cocktail menu beneath The Americano in Scottsdale

Hidden beneath The Americano in Scottsdale, Tell Your Friends kicks off the summer with a fresh cocktail lineup that matches the speakeasy’s moody, jazz-forward atmosphere. The new menu features ingredients like rosemary honey syrup, bergamot, guava red pepper jam and sea salt champagne air.

New cocktails include the raspberry-topped “Agree To Disagree,” the tropical “Wild Strawberry” and “Hero’s Dose,” made with nopal cactus, guava red pepper jam and lime.

Grey Hen Rx introduces “Wicked City,” inspired by 1920s Juarez

Grey Hen Rx is taking guests into another era with the launch of “Wicked City,” a new long-running concept inspired by Juarez, Mexico during the 1920s.

The immersive theme comes with a tequila-forward cocktail menu featuring drinks like “The Offering,” crafted with Don Fulano blanco tequila, passionfruit and guajillo, alongside “Pablito,” a citrusy cocktail featuring homemade grapefruit and lime soda. The concept expands beyond Cinco de Mayo celebrations and will continue throughout the year.

Virtu Honest Craft brings the Amalfi Coast to Scottsdale

Beginning June 2, Virtu Honest Craft will debut “Summer in Amalfi,” a three-course prix-fixe experience inspired by Italy’s southern coastline. Chef Gio Osso’s seasonal menu highlights Mediterranean flavors, citrus-forward ingredients and regional wines inspired by destinations such as Capri, Positano and Sorrento.

Priced at $75 per person, the limited-time experience offers Valley diners a taste of the Amalfi Coast without leaving Scottsdale.

Arizona restaurants launch lunch specials and approachable summer dining

As summer temperatures climb, more Valley restaurants are introducing daytime specials, prix-fixe menus and quicker lunch experiences aimed at locals looking to dine out without committing to a full evening affair.

North Italia debuts seasonal dishes and a $25 prix-fixe lunch

North Italia has a lineup of new chef-driven seasonal dishes and cocktails across its Arizona locations, including Phoenix-area restaurants and Tucson.

New menu additions include the Kale & Goat Cheese salad with strawberries and avocado, Agnolotti Al Pomodoro and the Seasonal Chef’s Board with truffle honey, figs and cured meats. Guests can also take advantage of a limited-time two-course prix-fixe lunch and brunch menu for $25, available daily through May 31 from open to 4 p.m. 

Santo Agave adds weekday lunch service

Santo Agave enters the lunch conversation with an added weekday midday service available Monday through Friday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

The Scottsdale restaurant’s new lunch menu is designed for busy professionals and casual midday diners seeking a quicker experience without sacrificing atmosphere. Menu highlights include carne asada tacos, the Santo Agave Burger with bacon jam and crispy onions, enchiladas, quesadillas and elote-style street corn. 

JOJO Coffeehouse introduces summer brunch specials

JOJO Coffeehouse is celebrating summer with a new Summertime Mimosa Flight featuring seasonal flavors such as Piña Colada, Watermelon and Blueberry Coconut. The Scottsdale brunch destination is also introducing a Ham, Egg & Cheese Muffin Breakfast and several seasonal espresso drinks through Aug. 31.

Grimaldi’s debuts patriotic summer menu

Grimaldi’s Pizzeria is celebrating America’s 250th anniversary with a limited-time Red, White and BBQ menu featuring Barbecue Chicken Pizza, Strawberry Spinach Salad and a festive Celebration Cheesecake. The seasonal menu will be available through Sept. 19.

Luxury summer dining experiences in Arizona

Mastro’s brings back its “Summer of Luxury” dining experience

Mastro’s is reviving its fan-favorite “Summer of Luxury” menu for another season of indulgent dining across its three Valley locations.

Available Mondays through Thursdays from June 1 through Sept. 24, the three-course prix-fixe experience starts at $100 per person and includes options like Petite Filet, Blackened Salmon, French Onion Soup and the restaurant’s signature Warm Butter Cake.

This summer, Mastro’s is also debuting a seasonal Lemon Blueberry Butter Cake, blending citrus and fresh blueberries into the steakhouse’s signature dessert. 

Uchi announces summer chef collaboration series

Uchi Scottsdale is welcoming some of Arizona’s most innovative culinary talents this summer for a series of one-night-only chef collaborations. Participating chefs include representatives from Latha, INDIBAR, Pa’La and Chula Seafood, who will join Uchi’s culinary team to create exclusive tasting experiences throughout the summer.

Looking ahead: Future Arizona restaurant openings and expansions to watch

Arizona’s first Wagyu House is headed to Chandler Fashion Center

Chandler Fashion Center is continuing its dining and entertainment evolution with the announcement of Arizona’s first Wagyu House, expected to open in fall 2027.

Known for its all-you-can-eat yakiniku experience, Wagyu House specializes in premium cuts including American and Australian full-blood Wagyu alongside highly coveted Japanese A5 Wagyu. The concept is designed around luxury, celebration and immersive dining, adding another major culinary destination to Chandler’s growing food scene.

The upcoming opening reflects a larger trend across Arizona developments, where experiential dining is increasingly becoming a centerpiece of mixed-use retail and entertainment spaces. 

Flower Child plans new West Valley location at The Trailhead in Peoria

Flower Child is expanding its Arizona footprint with a new location planned for The Trailhead, a mixed-use development at 83rd Avenue and Happy Valley Road in Peoria.

Known for its health-forward menu and feel-good atmosphere, the fast-casual concept caters to vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free lifestyles with dishes like the Mother Earth Bowl, Gluten-Free Mac & Cheese and Brussels Sprouts & Organic Kale Salad.

The opening continues the West Valley’s push toward more upscale and lifestyle-focused dining options as Peoria’s restaurant and entertainment scene continues to grow.

More Arizona dining news to watch this summer

Virtu launches Burger at the Bar

Virtu Honest Craft is also launching “Burger at the Bar,” a chef-driven Wednesday burger series featuring just 12 specialty burgers each week. Available on a first-come, first-served basis throughout June, the limited-run offering is designed for diners who enjoy exclusive culinary experiences.

Miracle Mile Deli rolls out summer specials and seasonal deals

Miracle Mile Deli is celebrating summer with a lineup of limited-time offerings, including $15 specialty wraps throughout June, the return of its Summer of Shakes & Floats promotion and seasonal dining specials planned through August. The Phoenix institution is also offering a gift card promotion through June 21, allowing guests to purchase $100 in gift cards for $77.