Since Arizona’s order to close bars, restaurants, and other public spaces, local Phoenix-Scottsdale lunch restaurants in the area and its surrounding cities have closed their doors to the public in an attempt to flatten the curve. Unfortunately, this same endeavor towards a protected Valley of the Sun has forced some restaurants to close down and employees have been sent home with no work to sustain their livelihood.
Here at Birch River, we are fervent supporters of local and small businesses in the area, knowing that independent businesses are the true heart and soul of our cities. Now, with a multitude of restaurants shifting to the world of online ordering, pick up, delivery, and to-go services, we wanted to feature some of our favorite local restaurants which are perfect to grab lunch. Below are some local gems we invite you to support!
Cook & Craft
7306 E Shea Blvd, Scottsdale, AZ 85254
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Cook & Craft is a “Locals Eatery” and a Scottsdale favorite, serving scrumptious Modern American Cuisine, unique craft cocktails, as well as craft beer. Some of their more popular dishes are their crab deviled eggs, buffalo cauliflower wings, and wrapped meatballs. Dedicated to providing their guests with safe dining options, Cook & Craft offers a drive-thru window to pick up online orders. You can place orders here. They are currently open 7 days a week from 3:00 PM to 9:00 PM.
Sophia’s Kitchen
17050 N Thompson Peak Pkwy #125, Scottsdale, AZ 85255
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Sophia’s Kitchen is a Scottsdale neighborhood dining destination whose carefully crafted menu includes their own traditional family recipes with added fresh flavors and seasonal ingredients. Can we dare say the entirety of their menu is a fan-fave? From Italian classics, wood-fired pizzas, bruschettas, homemade pasta to seafood, salads, and more, Sophia’s Kitchen is a perfect Phoenix-Scottsdale lunch option that offers a flavorful experience no matter the dish. You can place orders here. Their working hours are 7 days a week from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM.
Grassroots Kitchen & Tap
8120 N Hayden Rd E-100, Scottsdale, AZ 85258
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Grassroots Kitchen & Tap is a family-owned and operated restaurant in Scottsdale that serves a menu of classic Southern-influenced American cuisine. Some outstanding crowd-pleasers include their short rib dish, pork belly, and their farmer’s chopped salad. They are currently offering curbside pick up 7 days a week from 11:30 AM to 8:00 PM by calling in your order. More details on their curbside pick up service here.
Noble Eatery
4525 N 24th St, Phoenix, AZ 85016
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Noble Bread is a micro-bakery that uses traditional techniques, a stone hearth, and naturally collected yeast and local organic flours to serve true artisan bread in the Phoenix area. Their menu is broken up into four parts including bites, grains and legumes, salads, and sandwiches. Currently, this Phoenix-Scottsdale lunch bakery is open Monday through Friday from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM, with menu items starting at 10:30 AM. They offer online ordering to-go here.
Giving Tree Cafe
2024 N 7th St #111, Phoenix, AZ 85006
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Giving Tree Cafe is an organic, gluten-free cafe in Phoenix that serves tasty vegan cuisine and beverages. This unique eatery has a 99% organic, 99% of sauces made in house, and 100% gluten-free menu. Some of their more popular dishes include lion’s mane moly tacos, Buddha bowl (featuring maple acorn squash, turmeric cauliflower, roasted Brussels sprouts, and shishito peppers over quinoa or wild rice), the triple win play of arugula pesto, as well as their jackfruit pizza.
The Giving Tree Cafe has also begun its “Honor a Hero Meal.” For every 3 Honor a Hero meals, the Giving Tree Cafe will donate one to the Honor Heath Care to be delivered each Friday. You can also donate $10 to sponsor a meal directly or donate $100 and sponsor 10! Currently, they are open Monday to Friday from 10:30 AM – 9:00 PM and are offering online ordering through Uber Eats and Grub Hub.
St. Francis Restaurant
111 E Camelback Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85012
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Another extraordinary Phoenix-Scottsdale lunch restaurant is the St. Francis Restaurant, an “Urban gathering place in the heart of Phoenix.” This neighborhood restaurant offers a drool-worthy menu featuring a juicy french onion burger, pork chile verde, and their “forbidden” rice bowl. They are taking every precaution necessary to serve their loyal customer base in a safe and healthy environment. Currently, they are offering carryout and delivery Monday through Friday from 11:00 AM to 7:00 PM. You can order from Uber Eats, Door Dash, Chow Now, and Grub Hub.
With local restaurants closing temporarily and managers making the tough decision to cut staff, remember to support those who are still serving the Phoenix-Scottsdale community and doing everything they can to continue supporting their employees.
Have any other restaurants in mind? Comment your suggestions below! And if you are looking for local coffee shops or breakfast joints still open and servicing the community, click on their respective links for more information and updated hours.
