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Aunt Chilada's Squaw Peak

Drink specials are only offered on Wednesdays, but from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, the chef at Aunt Chilada's Squaw Peak puts out an ample buffet, featuring freebie chips and salsa, fruit and vegetable platters, and a couple of assorted Mexican appetizers. That makes any day a good day for a margarita and a munch at one of the Valley's longest-standing popular hangouts.

Tip: On Fridays, the chef is known to add in some extra-special eats, and you can reserve a balloon-decorated table on the shaded, misted patio for your group. Friday and Wednesday mean live music, too.