Another Food News Update

To kick off the new week, here is another local food news update.  All stories are courtesy of AZCentral:

Chipotle Has Opened in Gilbert's SanTan Village

Three New Restaurants Open in Moon Valley Area

Fuego Cantina Opens in Former Chuy's Spot in Phoenix, Fuego CityScape Coming in June

Tempe Marketplace's D'Arcy McGee's Closes

Spotted Donkey Location Closes "Temporarily"

Tilted Kilt Opening at Phoenix CityScape in Late June

Tempe-based Tilted Kilt Pub & Eatery is almost ready to open in downtown Phoenix at 2 E. Jefferson St. #22-217 Phoenix, AZ 85004. According to their Twitter feed, they are headed for a late June opening in the CityScape development.

Currently, Tilted Kilt has four valley locations with one each in Scottsdale, Mesa, Tempe and Peoria. Never been to the one of their eateries? You can check out the large menu here, which includes Irish Nachos, Drunken Clams, roasted garlic fries, burgers, chicken, the Tilted Guilt dessert and plenty of alcohol.

Early June Opening for Copper Blues at CityScape

At the time of this writing, Copper Blues, an upscale bar and restaurant connected to the Stand Up Live comedy club, is set to open the weekend of June 9th at 50 W. Jefferson St. #200 Phoenix, AZ 85003. Other than the 60-plus different beers on tap, the menu at Copper Blues is mystery. One thing we do know, the menu will be driven by chef Aaron May of Vitamin T, also in downtown Phoenix.

Other features of Copper Blues include live bands, DJ's and a VIP bar where guests can meet some of the comedians performing at Stand Up Live.

The opening date for Copper Blues has varied over the past few months, one article mentions an April opening, another says May, but again, the latest the AZFoodDude has points to a June 9th opening. If this changes, I will put out an update.

Update (6-14-11): Copper Blues is open for business, having had their grand opening weekend on June 9th & 10th.