Wondering where to find the best gastropubs near you?
Hoodline crunched the numbers to find the top gastropubs in Phoenix, using both Yelp data and our own secret sauce to produce a ranked list of where to fill the bill.
1. The Kettle Black Kitchen & Pub
Topping the list is The Kettle Black Kitchen & Pub. Located at 1 N. First St., Suite 102, in Central City, the gastropub and traditional American spot is the highest rated spot of its kind in Phoenix, boasting 4.5 stars out of 675 reviews on Yelp.
Stop by this eatery for lunch and dive into jerk chicken sliders, a black bean veggie burger or fish and chips. For dinner, it offers pan seared scallops, chicken kebabs, pork belly mac and cheese and more.
David W., who reviewed it on Nov. 28, said, "Kettle Black is a cool Irish/English pub in downtown Phoenix with a good menu and nice happy hour. The pub is well designed with a bar that runs the length of the restaurant. My wife had the fish and chips (house specialty) and I went with the black bean burger."
2. The Arrogant Butcher
Next up is Central City's The Arrogant Butcher, situated at 2 E. Jefferson St., Suite 150. With four stars out of 2,034 reviews on Yelp, the gastropub and New American spot, serving seafood and more, has proven to be a local favorite.
Drop in and enjoy its crispy shrimp or grilled chicken club, or celebrate this month with its special New Year's Eve dinner menu, which features smoked salmon, filet mignon, baked rigatoni and, of course, a glass of champagne.
Aaron F. said, "Artistic presentation with first rate foodie inspired eats. Go for a salad and stay for dessert."
3. Taco Guild
Encanto's Taco Guild, located at 546 E. Osborn Road, is another top choice, with Yelpers giving the gastropub, which offers tacos, salads and more, four stars out of 1,505 reviews.
Located in a historic church, Taco Guild serves favorites like its street corn (grilled corn on the cob, habanero butter, chipotle mayonnaise and cotija cheese) and its old and new world tacos, like the Molida Lamb taco, with Creole aioli, blue cheese and sweet potato hay. Take a peek at the full menu here.
And for those who love brunch, stop by on Saturday and Sunday for a mouthful of chilaquiles, plantain brulee cornmeal pancakes or coconut french toast.
Kerri S., who reviewed it on Dec. 7, wrote, "Food is so good. Decor is really neat and I love how it's in an old church. Beautiful. You have to get the street corn. The drinks are amazing too."
4. Angels Trumpet Ale House
Angels Trumpet Ale House, a gastropub and New American spot in Central City, is another high-traffic go-to, with four stars out of 1,094 Yelp reviews. Head over to 810 N. Second St. to see for yourself.
The spot offers snacks, salads, flatbread pizzas, sandwiches and other dishes. It also makes a popular house made pop-tart in rotating flavors. Patrons can enjoy its patio space, which has cornhole. (Check out the menu here.)
Ashley B. said, "Great little gem to stop by for a beer on a low key kinda night. Nothing fancy, but their list of beers is endless. The flights are surprisingly cheap and a heavier pour than I was anticipating, so I was happy! We also tried one of their daily dinner specials, and let's just say there weren't any leftovers."
5. Salty Sow
Over in Paradise Valley, check out Salty Sow, which has earned four stars out of 900 reviews on Yelp. You can find the gastropub and traditional American spot, which offers beer, wine, spirits and more, at 4801 E. Cactus Road.
Expect brunch, lunch and dinner menus with items like the cast iron skillet scramble with eggs, peppers, onions and pepper jack cheese; the Sowburger, with a 10 oz. house ground patty, toasted brioche bun, lettuce, red onion, cheddar cheese, pickles and Salty Sow Sauce; and blackened ribeye tacos with romaine lettuce, chimichurri, pickled red onions, avocado, cotija and barbecue beans. The restaurant also features a dog-friendly patio.
Yelper Steven V., who reviewed it on Dec. 12, wrote, "This restaurant is awesome. Just. Awesome. The best tacos I have ever had. Period. The pork belly taco is fantastic. The duck fat fries are amazing, The Brussels sprouts are incredible. Just eat here."
6. Wally's American Pub N Grill
Last but not least, there's Wally's American Pub N Grill, a Camelback East favorite with 4.5 stars out of 189 reviews. Stop by 5029 N. 44th St. to hit up the gastropub and traditional American spot, which offers sandwiches and more, next time you're in the mood.
Check out its garlic blue cheese escargot, pot roast, the Chicken Vesuvius (chicken medallions, artichoke hearts, kalamata olives and hickory smoked bacon) and more. (View the full menu here.)
Steve L. said, "Great pub with excellent food! My wife and I live nearby and we have enjoyed nearly every dish we've had here. I particularly enjoy the baby back rib special available on Sundays."
