About us
Come join our group of culinary explorers in the Phoenix Ethnic Lunch Group! This group is all about finding and sampling a variety of ethnic restaurants primarily in the North Phoenix area. The mission of this group is to support local family-owned establishments. We love those hole-in-the-wall places that are unique and different. Sometimes they are located in weird out of the way spots, but no worry - I always check out each restaurant personally prior to posting a meetup. If I don't feel it's of good quality or questionable in any way, I will not post a meetup there. Generally, these will be smaller groups of 8-12 so we can get to know each other. If you're up for trying out something new - please join us!
By joining our Meetup you agree to the polices we have in place:
1. You are responsible for your own food expense and to check food ingredients for allergies. We are not liable for your health and safety.
2. Have a recognizable profile picture.
3. Annual membership dues are $10.00 to help offset the Meetup Organizer dues and costs associated with running the group. You will have a 30 day trial period prior to being charged.
4. Business networking and promotion of your business is not permitted.
5. Political and religious promotion or advertising is not permitted.
6. This is not a dating site. Please refrain from emailing people you have not met or have not asked permission to contact.
7. We value behavior that "wears well on others" and we reserve the right to remove anyone from membership.
8. Meetup+ members will not be allowed to advance to the top of the waitlist and this group reserves the right to not accept Meetup+ members into the group.
9. No-Show Policy - We make reservations at each restaurant for a specific number of attendees, and since the attendance is kept at a fairly small size we frequently have a waiting list. If you are unable to attend please be courteous and revise your RSVP promptly so as not to be a No-Show. This will also allow someone from the waiting list to join the event. If you are waitlisted and unable to attend please adjust your RSVP as well. After 2 No-Shows you will be removed from the group. If you are moved from the waitlist to "Attend" within 48 hours of the event we will try to contact you directly so you are aware of the change. If you are a new member and No-Show on your first event you will be removed from the group.
Upcoming events
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Indian Lunch at Vayal's Indian Kitchen
Vayal's Indian Kitchen, 507 W Thomas Rd, Phoenix, AZ, USThis family owned Indian restaurant garnered the New Times 2025 Best Neighborhood Indian Restaurant award, and I have repeatedly heard its name pop up in various social media posts. Of course I had to give it a try, and it's a total thumbs up for me! I had the Chicken Tikka Masala Lunch Platter (pictured below) and it was super good.
*If you don't find parking in the front, there is plenty in the back, and you can enter the restaurant from either place*From New Times:
Best Of Phoenix® 2025
Food & Drink### Best Neighborhood Indian Restaurant - Vayal's Indian Kitchen
While the East and West Valleys boast plenty of Indian restaurants, Phoenix proper has been sorely lacking. Vayal’s was such an exciting and welcome addition to the food scene that fans of Indian food, including us, practically knocked down its doors. And then we tried the food and now spend time crossing fingers and toes that this family-run establishment won’t go anywhere anytime soon. Whether it’s a spicy vindaloo or a tikka masala, the sauces are brimming with luscious spice combinations that inspire plate licking, or at least creative thoughts about how to soak it all up with a last bit of rice or naan. Dosas — rice and lentil crepes — are thin and rolled, often filled and known for taking up space. Vayal’s employs the “go big or go home” philosophy with these bad boys. Order one and find out.
By attending this event you agree to the following:
To cover your own food costs.
If unable to attend you will edit your RSVP promptly.
Please don’t be a No-Show – Our policy is posted in our meetup description.12 attendees
Past events
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