Dining Scene Shake-Up: July 2026's Notable Arizona Restaurant Openings and Closures.

More than 20 new restaurants opened in July amid sizzling 115-degree-plus temperatures. But the month also delivered a big round of closures, including an Old Town Scottsdale institution that has been around for 30 years. Openings Abuela’s Fry Bread Co. Ahwatukee now has its own frybread restaurant that also serves burritos. Both have a choice of beef, chicken or beans and all the toppings. 4825 N. Warner Rd., Phoenix, @abuelasfrybreadco Bar Ocho This new Tempe watering hole features street taco