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| - While I was in Phoenix for a project, I frequently worked late nights. As such, my dining options were extremely limited. Enter Evo. Initially introduced to Evo by a friend of mine, I started coming here more and more as I stayed in the Old Town area to escape the Hi-Fi Kitchen douchebaggery.
This place attracts a lot of the service industry crowd at night and is a great place to relax and enjoy a nice glass of Bell's Two-Hearted Ale, which is on tap. Additionally along with other beers on tap, they also have wine, Fernet Branca (yes!) and Fireball on tap. And...maybe they still have bottles of SLO Down's Sexual Chocolate, which is a luscious Syrah blend...
I've never sat at the tables, but I've received excellent service from Jason and Jessy and the rest of the staff seated at the sometimes crowded bar. Nick recognized me from frequent visits, introduced himself to me, and always took time to welcome me on my return visits.
I've met some great locals here, had great drinks (see above Bell's THA and Fernet reference), and had great food. Food-wise, my favorites were the Pasta Bolognese, Scallop di Evo, and the Evo Salad w/ Scallops (see photo). Unfortunately I didn't try any of the other dishes.
As an homage, after working in the Phoenix/Tempe area and traveling back-and-forth for the better part of 2 years and 8 months, this was where I drank away my final night with friends.
As someone who travels close to 100% of the time, it's always awesome to find a "home" away from home. And this place certainly fits the bill.
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