25 Essential Mesa Institutions
From neighborhood classics to high-wire tasting rooms, these are the places shaping the modern dining identity of Mesa.
Organ Stop Pizza
Arizona
Airy spot featuring a menu of pizza & Italian fare plus live music from a massive Wurlitzer organ.
Vito’s Pizza & Italian Ristorante
Arizona
Casually elegant restaurant featuring thin-crust pizzas & classic Italian dishes.
Sol Azteca Mexican Kitchen
Arizona
Easygoing eatery serving an array of everyday Mexican standards like tacos & seafood burritos.
M.V.Pita Mediterranean Grill
Mesa, Arizona
Classic Mediterranean comfort foods are served over the counter with beer & wine in casual digs.
Salerno's
Mesa, Arizona
Circa-1966 Italian eatery offering Chicago-style pizzas & rustic pasta dishes in a simple space.
Rubio's Coastal Grill
Mesa, Arizona
Beach-themed chain known for Baja-style fish tacos & Mexican-inspired seafood entrees.
República Empanada Restaurant
Mesa, Arizona
Casual, contemporary eatery serving Latin classics such as arroz con pollo & creative empanadas.
Simi's Cafe
Mesa, Arizona
This casual choice offers a mix of traditional Asian cuisine, from Chinese to Vietnamese dishes.
Origen Gilbert
Mesa, Arizona
Identifies as Latino-owned. Service options: Outdoor seating, Curbside pickup, No-contact delivery, Delivery, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights.
Venezia's Pizzeria
Mesa, Arizona
Counter-service pizzeria serving New York-style pies alongside salads, baked ziti & other pastas.
Aloha Kitchen
Mesa, Arizona
Casual Hawaiian cafe for plate lunches & eclectic island cuisine in a simple, white-walled setting.
Charleston's Restaurant
Mesa, Arizona
Relaxed hangout serving classic pub fare, such as burgers, ribs & tenders, plus wine & cocktails.
San Tan Flat
Mesa, Arizona
American eatery known for firing up cookouts in its outdoor seating area, plus live country tunes.
First Watch
Mesa, Arizona
Cafe chain for health-minded breakfast, brunch & lunch options such as omelets, salads & soups.
Joe's Farm Grill
Mesa, Arizona
Fast-food-style spot offering classic American fare in a sleek space set on a working farm.
Sekai Sushi
Mesa, Arizona
Relaxed strip-mall locale supplying familiar & inventive sushi alongside standard Japanese bites.
Alessia's | Ristorante Italiano/ Naranjestan
Mesa, Arizona
Stylish eatery with a romantic private patio offering classic Italian cuisine & wine tastings.
Nando's Mexican Cafe
Mesa, Arizona
Easygoing Mexican bar/restaurant serving regional Sonoran specialties plus familiar tacos & burgers.
Mangos Mexican Cafe
Mesa, Arizona
Mexican cafe serving classic dishes in a cozy, colorful storefront space with sidewalk seating.
Salsa Cabana Mexican Grill
Mesa, Arizona
Service options: Outdoor seating, Delivery, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service, Serves local specialty. Popular for: Breakfast, Lunch.
First Watch
Mesa, Arizona
Cafe chain for health-minded breakfast, brunch & lunch options such as omelets, salads & soups.
The Bistro Queen Creek
Mesa, Arizona
Counter-service cafe with a garden patio serving eclectic breakfast & lunch fare & coffee drinks.
Taquitos Jalisco
Mesa, Arizona
Sizable portions of Mexican comfort grub at a colorful, fast-food-style place with sidewalk seating.
Smashburger
Mesa, Arizona
Counter-serve chain featuring signature smashed burgers, plus sides & shakes.
Outback Steakhouse
Mesa, Arizona
Boisterous Australian-themed chain serving steaks, seafood & other hearty steakhouse fare.