With the sweltering summer heat besieging the Valley, local restaurants are rolling out their refreshing food and drink specials to both entice diners and alleviate the oppressive temperatures. According to Phoenix New Times, The Vig is just one of the many eateries joining the trend with their delicious yet wallet-friendly dishes including a Genuine burger with a draft beer combo for $15, and a $25 bottomless brunch on weekends.
In a pursuit to serve as a culinary oasis, Miracle Mile Deli is bringing back its popular "Summer of Shakes & Floats" with classic milkshakes and ice cream floats for a cool $6. They're also introducing a series of wrap and hot dog specials that promise to not break the bank while satisfying those summer cravings. To quote the Phoenix New Times, diners can choose from "three wraps, each served with a side and kosher dill pickle, for $15 each."
As per AZCentral, summer in Phoenix also means lighter traffic, shorter lines, and the perfect opportunity to discover new dining experiences. From the tantalizing aroma of Novel Ice Cream's dough melt to the rustic tartness of dill pickle ice cream, there are myriad ways to cool down and indulge your sweet tooth.
And let's not forget those lazy summer brunches. Restaurants are serving up eclectic menus that are both comforting and inspiring. AZCentral highlighted Requinto's pop-up brunch and the Middle Eastern-style meals that invite you to lounge and linger over a spread of shared dishes. Summer also gives you the perfect excuse to start enjoying food crawls early in the day, as vendors and farmers at local markets adapt to the heat with earlier start times and tantalizing offerings like Estero Beach's Baja-style tacos and fresh pastries.
Whether it's enjoying a relaxed waterfront meal or tackling the challenge of tasting over a dozen of the best hot dogs across the Valley, there's no scarcity of summer pairings and pursuits. Baseball and hot dogs continue to be an iconic duo, with Chase Field offering a gluten-free option for those in need. Meanwhile, places like the laid-back House of Honey in Peoria are dishing out iced coffee infused with homegrown honey for a refreshing buzz.
