Phoenix's culinary scene is turning heads, with local chefs and food connoisseurs alike doling out praises for the city's top-tier eateries. From historic landmarks to innovative newcomers, chefs in the Valley are sharing their go-to spots for the best grub in town. At the forefront, Durant's continues to impress with its classic charm and celebrity-drawing power. Chef Silvana Esparza, a James Beard semifinalist, tagged this Phoenix mainstay as her essential restaurant, touting menu heavyweights like their infamous 48-ounce porterhouse steak, according to AZCentral.

Not to be outdone, Chula Seafood earns its stripes with fresh, flavor-packed seafood concoctions, while fine dining takes a turn for the artistic at Anhelo, where chef Moeeni-Alacron praised the establishment's expression of "art, love, and vulnerability." Meanwhile, lovers of the Phoenix nighttime can find their cravings satisfied at the late-night bar @1912_phx, conveniently tagged onto Valentine, which has won accolades from none other than Chris Bianco, as per AZCentral.

When it comes to fine dining with a view, it's hard to beat Different Pointe of View, perched high atop North Mountain and boasting over three decades of service. Compliments aren't just reserved for the panorama, as the restaurant's AAA Four-Diamond Mediterranean-influenced cuisine and extensive wine list justly share the limelight. Not far behind, LON's at The Hermosa Inn merges rustic charm with a European twist, delivering flavors plucked straight from the inn's garden and earning a nod for its extensive wine collection, which racks up accolades from Wine Spectator, as reported by Visit Phoenix.