As a vast and sprawling suburb of Phoenix, Mesa is often overlooked in the Valley’s culinary conversation.
But with its deep agricultural roots and a large, diverse population, Mesa boasts an incredible food scene all its own, particularly when it comes to authentic, family-owned Mexican restaurants and beloved local diners.
To find the soul of Mesa’s food culture, you have to explore the unassuming strip malls and neighborhood streets far from the trendy hotspots of Scottsdale and Phoenix. Here are five underrated restaurants that are pure Mesa…