Light rail hot spots- Indian School/Central

Fez

3815 N. Central Ave. - Phoenix

A cool spot that caters to cocktailing urbanites. With its trendy looks and late hours, the mood is definitely aiming for sophistication.

Macayo's

4001 N. Central Ave. - Phoenix

This Arizona-based chain has several Valley locations serving yummy Mexican eats to the masses. The restaurant’s decor is bright and fun, right down to the servers’ colorfully patterned shirts. In the food department, Macayo’s starts off with a bang, with its thin, crispy chips and just-right salsa. Try the restaurant’s specialty, a beef, chicken or carnitas chimichanga, and pair it with a strong house margarita.

Clarendon Kitchen

Clarendon Hotel - Phoenix

The Clarendon Kitchen at the chic, midtown Clarendon Hotel specializes in Mexican cuisine, including grilled-chicken burritos, chorizo macaroni and cheese, and flourless Mexican chocolate cake. If you’re in the mood for something a little more white-bread, it also offers an array of steaks, burgers and sandwiches on the “Gringo Menu.” The restaurant is open from 6 a.m. to midnight and also serves cocktails and food at the pool, which has been named one of Phoenix’s best.

Arcadia Farms at the Heard

Heard Museum - Phoenix

All ingredients used in this restaurant are locally grown, pesticide and hormone free. Plus, check out the Heard Museum before or after the food.