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Celebrate National French Fry Day with spots from ‘Check, Please! Arizona’

National French Fry Day is Friday, July 11, and this year we wanted to help you celebrate by sharing some of the best french fry options we’ve featured on our show, “Check, Please! Arizona.”

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Arizona Wilderness Brewing Company

Arizona Wilderness Brewing Company isn’t just a brewery; it’s a water-saving, locally sourced culinary haven.

Stacy Hettmansperger, a guest on “Check, Please! Arizona,” started her meal with duck fat fries, describing them as perfectly cooked and seasoned with fresh thyme and rosemary.

Arizona Wilderness Brewing Company not only quenches your thirst but also offers a sustainable and delectable culinary experience that goes beyond the typical brewpub offerings.

Visit Arizona Wilderness Brewing Company at 721 N. Arizona Ave, Gilbert, AZ, or view their website for more information.

Chowder fries from Neighborly Public House

Neighborly Public House

Owner Chris Collins has crafted a dining experience at this uptown Phoenix restaurant that feels like a warm invitation to a best friend’s home. 

At Neighborly Public House, Collins emphasizes the importance of a welcoming environment, where the food serves as an extension of the hospitality that might be found when friends get together.

The chowder fries are a unique find from Collins’ culinary school days in Boston, featuring crispy fries smothered in creamy clam chowder and bacon. “Check, Please! Arizona” guest Donaldo Lopez described the chowder fries as “creamy and savory.”

Visit Neighborly Public House at 5538 North 7th St, Phoenix, AZ, or view their website for more information.

A basket of a hamburger and fries from Paradise Valley Burger Company

Paradise Valley Burger Company

When it comes to burgers, this Scottsdale institution knows no bounds. Paradise Valley Burger Company’s patties are exceptionally creative and universally appealing, but they additionally feature multiple fry options.

Paradise Valley Burger Company is known for having new, different and sometimes wild flavor combinations, a reputation that extends to their fries.

You can try their classic french fries, seasoned or regular, as well as their more eclectic cardinal fries and french toast fries. These unique takes can be a new, fresh way to enjoy a classic dish.

Visit Paradise Valley Burger Company at 15689 N. Hayden Road, Scottsdale, AZ, or view their website for more information.

A burger and fries from Lumberyard Brewing Company

Lumberyard Brewing Company

A local staple, Lumberyard Brewing Company is a family-owned establishment that is the longest-standing operating brewery in Arizona. The ambiance is bright and fun, with owner Kelly Hanseth describing it as “lively and very casual.”

Their popular burgers are all served with fries, with some additional menu options such as the garlic truffle fries and the Sonoran poutine.

You can pair your fries with one of the brewery’s award-winning beers and IPAs.

Visit Lumberyard Brewing Company at 5 S. San Francisco St., Flagstaff, AZ, or view their website for more information.

Burger and fries from Helluva Brewing Company

Helluva Brewing Company

Helluva Brewing Company is a neighborhood staple that fosters a fun, welcoming environment while also serving up in-house brews and excellent food.

“Check, Please! Arizona” guest Natalie Gentry’s go-to order is the bourbon barbecue burger, served with a peach-ale infused sauce and handmade fries.

“I love to dip the fries in their garlic aioli sauce,” Gentry said, highly recommending the fry and sauce pairing.

Visit Helluva Brewing Company at 3950 W. Ray Road, Chandler, AZ, or view their website for more information.

Fries from The Hub

The Hub

At the heart of Ahwatukee, The Hub emerges as a vibrant cornerstone for the community, blending the energetic atmosphere of a sports bar with the soul of a gourmet eatery. Owner Kenny Klaus takes pride in the menu’s variety and the constant introduction of new, enticing offerings.

“Check, Please! Arizona” guest Yvonne Massman sampled the french fries, highly recommending them.

“The French fries were so crispy,” Massman said. “They were just really good.”

With 40 TVs enveloping the space, a video arcade room and an upstairs hangout area, The Hub crafts a unique space where fun meets flavor.

Visit The Hub at 14205 S 50th St, Phoenix, AZ, or view their website for more information.

Want more Arizona restaurant recommendations? Watch “Check, Please! Arizona” for inspiration for your next meal out, with options all over the state.

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