Yelp released its list of Best New Restaurants 2025 , and two Arizona restaurants received shoutouts.

The list includes 25 restaurants recognized as top dining destinations with cutting-edge menus and creative experiences. The roundup highlighted the following trends: "open-fire cooking, gourmet meat boards, chef-themed menus, and elevated global street food."

Methodology: Yelp identified businesses in the restaurant category with opening dates after Jan. 1, 2024, and ranked them based on several factors, including "the total volume and ratings of reviews." According to Yelp, all businesses had a passing health score "when available" and were open as of June 1, 2025.

Here's a look at the two Arizona restaurants that made the list.

The Italiano in Scottsdale ranked No. 9

The Italiano

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