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🔥 KPot Korean BBQ & Hot Pot, a popular Maryland-based chain of all-you-can-eat restaurants, has made its Arizona debut at Mesa Riverview on the northeast corner of Dobson and Rio Salado.
Diners have two hours to enjoy a feast of grilled meats and simmering soups.
Those opting for BBQ select from a variety of proteins and vegetables, which are cooked in an electric grill in the center of the table. A chart at each table shows how long each item should be cooked.
Those opting for a hot pot have a variety of broth bases to choose from and can add whatever meats, seafood, tofu, vegetables, and noodles they want to cook at each seat.
Adult prices are $21.99 for lunch and $31.99 for dinner for either barbecue or hot pot. You can get both for an extra $5.
Children’s prices are $7.99-$11.99 for lunch and $13.99-$16.99 for dinner, depending on age.
Open 11:30 a.m.-10 p.m. Sunday-Thursday and 11:30 a.m.-10:30 p.m. Friday-Saturday.
Thor’s Skyr in west Phoenix
🍨 Thor’s Skyr, a shop specializing in Icelandic skyr bowls, has opened on the southwest corner of Grand and McKinley just west of downtown Phoenix. Skyr is a dairy product similar to yogurt but denser and more protein-packed (up to 21 grams per 6-ounce serving). It’s available in seven flavors. Also on the menu: açaí bowls, skyr shakes, and sandwiches.
The Green Olive Bar & Grill in Litchfield Park
🥙 The Green Olive Bar & Grill, a Mediterranean concept ranging from kebobs and shawarma to pizza and spaghetti, has opened on the southwest corner of Litchfield and Camelback in Litchfield Park. It’s the California-based chain’s second Valley restaurant – the first, an ‘‘express’’ location with only counter service, debuted in central Mesa last year.
Dave’s Hot Chicken in Goodyear
🐓 Dave’s Hot Chicken, a Los Angeles-based fast-casual chain offering Nashville-style hot chicken, has opened its fourth Valley location on the northeast corner of McDowell and Pebble Creek Parkway in Goodyear. The menu offers chicken tenders (alone or in a sandwich) with a choice of seven heat levels ranging from ‘‘no spice’’ to ‘‘reaper.’’
Pasta specials, BBQ showdown & burrito deal
🍝 Floridino’s Pizza & Pasta in Chandler is celebrating its 29th birthday this month with ‘‘Pasta Palooza Wednesdays.’’ Spaghetti or ziti with house marinara and breadsticks is only $6.99 every Wednesday for dine-in or takeout. Upgrades such as meatballs or Italian sausage are available.
🍖 The ‘‘Sunday Dinner @ The Duce’’ series returns at 5 p.m. Sunday, June 22, with a barbecue showdown at the Phoenix venue. Chefs Luke Unrein (Saucy Luke’s), Jalen Brewster (Zensoul Cuisine), and Chris Figueroa (Golden Oak) will compete. Tickets are $150 per person, which includes cocktail pairings.
🌯 Burrito Express is giving military personnel and first responders 15% off their purchases on the second Tuesday of every month at their seven locations in Chandler, Gilbert, Mesa, Tempe, and Scottsdale. The offer is not available at their new ‘‘Fast and Fresh’’ locations inside Circle K stores.
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Best Thai restaurants in the Valley
🇹🇭 Whether you’re into comforting curries, blazing Isaan fare, or Bangkok-style noodles, you can satisfy your Thai craving in the Valley. MXSW Insiders can find the best Thai restaurants here.
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