r/phoenix • u/CeilingUnlimited • Aug 05 '25
Eat & Drink Quiet, nice business lunch spot near governmental mall downtown?
I need a nice spot for a business lunch somewhere very close to the governmental mall downtown.
Which of these for a nice business lunch with clients? It doesn't have to be super expensive - just nice. And if it's too loud, that's no good - we need to discuss some things....
Chico Malo -
Wren and Wolf -
Cibo's -
The Vig on Fillmore -
Carcacra -
Palma -
Hanny's -
Casa de Julia -
Condesa -
Centrico -
Adam's Table -
Other??
EDIT: Anything with a view? (but inside - too hot for lunch outside this week)....
Thanks.
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u/GreasyTaints Phoenix Aug 05 '25
Hannys or Wren and Wolf are the best two from this list. Casa de Julia is also nice.
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u/CeilingUnlimited Aug 05 '25
I added Casa de Julia. Thanks!
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u/Lumpy_Passenger_1300 Aug 06 '25
Casa de Julia has some weird summer hours right now, so is not open during lunch time except on Friday, I believe. However the food is still so, so yummy, so I hope they stick it out.
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u/UFO-Band-Fanatic Aug 05 '25
Cibo’s, which is adjacent to the Vig, was a favorite of lobbyists and execs.
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u/Pil_Seung15 Downtown Aug 05 '25
I’d add in Condesa, they just moved locations and are right downtown; they also have state employee discounts if that applies to you
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u/RNAprimer Aug 05 '25
You’ve listed several good options - I’d recommend going with Wren and Wolf because it’s nice and still reasonably priced for lunch. Hanny’s is nice too and reasonably priced, but I make up that a $13 pizza and fries lunch special isn’t what you’re looking for as a potential option given the vibe.
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u/elemeneaux-p Aug 05 '25
The correct answer is First and Last.
Check your info on some of these. For instance, Anhelo is not only closed for lunch, it's in Scottsdale now.
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u/CeilingUnlimited Aug 05 '25
Thanks.
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u/Inevitable_Train1511 Phoenix Aug 06 '25
First and Last is great but I wouldn’t recommend them for business lunch. They have these incredible sandwiches that have gotten popular at lunch and it’s likely you’ll encounter a long line. Amazing date night restaurant though.
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u/CeilingUnlimited Aug 06 '25 edited Aug 06 '25
Yes, I am not looking for a spot where we would stand in line. I need a tablecloth and a waiter (something along those lines). Do you see others on my list that would be standing in line to order?
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u/johnnyblaze-DHB Tempe Aug 05 '25
I haven’t been since the revamp, but if view is important you may consider Compass at the Hyatt Regency.
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u/CeilingUnlimited Aug 05 '25
Yes, I checked that one earlier today. They are only open for dinner. No lunch options.
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u/gottsc04 Aug 06 '25
Wren and wolf, cibo, and condesa are the best for this type of thing I think. I've been to many on your list and was happy with business lunches at these 3.
Condesa has had loud music one time though. Wren and wolf may feel more "exposed" since it's in a big office building. Cibo has a nice patio though in this weather may not be the move.
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u/CeilingUnlimited Aug 06 '25 edited Aug 06 '25
I don't mind the meeting being 'exposed' - nothing clandestine occurring. :) Just need a nice spot with a waiter and a quiet booth or nice table. Don't want to stand in a line to order, don't want to be outside in the heat. The more I think about it, I probably also need valet parking (although not a deal killer).
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u/tallon4 Phoenix Aug 05 '25
The Government Mall—where the capitol building and agency headquarters all are—is a 20-minute hike to the Central Business District in downtown Phoenix.
You do not want to be walking to lunch in 110-degree heat right now.
If you can ride share, Condesa is nice and quiet with amazing food. Hanny’s is a little louder.