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Anise Cafe in Peoria, 3.5 stars: Anise Cafe's pan-Asian menu takes the best from many cultures, creating an itinerary that travels through several cuisines united by a common sensibility. This crowd-pleasing Peoria spot will leave everyone happy and full.
Golden Gate Chinese Restaurant in Mesa, 2.5 stars: Golden Gate Chinese Restaurant in Mesa offers ample portions of decent if unremarkable Americanized Chinese food at affordable prices. It's a formula that seems to work.
Philly Steak & Wings, 3 stars: Mesa's Philly Steak & Wings isn't the kind of place you'd drive across town to visit. But if you enjoy cheese steaks and find yourself in the vicinity of Fiesta Mall, it's well worth checking out.
JP Pancake in Gilbert, 2.5 stars: At JP Pancake in Gilbert, the breakfast fare isn't especially noteworthy -- with the exception of its German-style pancakes, a rarity in the Valley.
Beauregard Food Co. in Peoria, 4 stars: I'm already planning my next trip to Beauregard Food Co. This is certainly a destination for Southern hospitality. Every smile says come back soon. And eat more beignets.
Raising Cane's in Phoenix, 3 stars: Two Raising Cane's franchises have recently opened in Phoenix and are serving up lightly breaded chicken fingers, crinkle fries, fresh-squeezed lemonade, and... not much else. Variety's not their strong suit, but Raising Cane's may just be your new go-to spot for fast-food chicken.
La Bona Pasta in Litchfield Park, 3 stars: La Bona Pasta in Litchfield Park has a somewhat spotty menu, but there are some standout Italian dishes.
Elmer's Tacos in Chandler, 3.5 stars: If you're looking for a good but inexpensive "hole-in-the-wall" Mexican restaurant, Elmer's Taco's should be on your go-to list in Chandler.
Flanny's Bar & Grill, 3.5 stars: If you're a dining aficionado, you've probably never heard of Flanny's in Tempe. But if you're a beer fan, Flanny's is a destination spot, offering one of the best selections of craft beers in the Valley.
Costa Vida, 2 stars: Utah-based chain Costa Vida is similar in setup and menu to its more famous rival, Chipotle, but the Mesa location is nowhere near as tasty.
India Palace, 3.5 stars: For those who crave Indian food, India Palace is one to add to any itinerary. The possibilities are intriguing, and India Palace is a good training ground.
Habit Burger Grill, 3 stars: Habit Burger Grill at Ray Road and 54th Street in Chandler offers one of the Valley's best under-$3 burgers with its signature Charburger.
The Deli in Queen Creek, 4 stars: Blake and Nicole Mastyk have been pleasantly confounding expectations since opening The Deli in Queen Creek.
Geno's Giant Slice in Gilbert, 1.5 stars: If you need to feed two hungry people for just $5, Geno's Giant Slice probably will do the job. Just don't expect too much.
Zanzibar in Glendale, 3.5 stars: At Zanzibar, don't hesitate to try a variety of items; you aren't likely to find anything like them in most Valley neighborhoods.