Bold name. Serious craft.
Family-owned, chef-driven, and voted 2025 Best of the Valley by Phoenix Magazine. Here's how Culinary Gangster earned that name.
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The name
Yes, the name is a statement. It signals something playful on the surface and dead serious underneath — a family-owned kitchen that refuses to play it safe with food.
The food that built the reputation
The Culinary Gangster Burger — 8oz on a brioche bun — is what guests drive across the Valley for. Gyro Fries turn first-timers into regulars. Dedicated gluten-free fryers included.
From Scottsdale To The Valley
What started in Scottsdale has grown into three Arizona locations serving communities across Scottsdale, Downtown Phoenix, and Tempe — plus a food truck bringing Culinary Gangster favorites to weddings, corporate events, festivals, and private celebrations throughout the Valley. In 2025, Phoenix Magazine recognized Culinary Gangster as one of the Best of the Valley, an honor earned through fresh ingredients, chef-driven recipes, and the loyal guests who continue to support us.
The people behind the counter
The owner is on the floor, the staff get called out by name in reviews, and regulars get greeted like they never left. That consistency — in the food and in the welcome — is what keeps the Valley coming back.
