The word kosher means proper or acceptable, and it has informally entered the English language with that meaning. But kosher laws have their origin in the Bible, and are detailed in the Talmud and the other codes of Jewish traditions. They have been applied through the centuries to ever-changing situations. In today’s age of modern food production, amidst the rise of many different types of certification, kosher remains the gold standard many consumers look to verify the safety and purity of the food they eat. Kosher certification agencies, many of which are national, each have their own certification symbol (hechsher). Speak to your rabbi regarding which symbols are appropriate.
Restaurants/Stores
Some of the following offer kosher food. Please check with the store or restaurant to be sure it meets your kashrut requirements.
Tucson
Fifth Street Kosher Deli and Market
5071 E Fifth St.
Tucson, AZ 85711
520-325-3354
www.5thstreetdeli.com
Nadine’s Pastry Shoppe
(Kosher) 4553 E Broadway Blvd.
Tucson, AZ 85711
520-326-0735
Oy Vey Cafe
U of A Hillel Foundation (kosher, dairy, vegetarian)
Under the strict supervision of Rabbi Israel Becker & Rabbi Yossi Shemtov
1245 E Second St.
Tucson, AZ 85719
520-512-5013
www.arizona.hillel.org
The Valley:
Certifying Agency
Greater Phoenix Vaad Hakashruth
515 E Bethany Home Road
Phoenix, AZ 85012
602-277-8858
www.kosherphoenix.org
Chompie’s Bakery Products (OU)
in supermarkets and Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf
Chompie’s
4550 E Cactus Road
Phoenix, AZ 85032
602-710-2910 9301
E Shea Blvd.
Scottsdale, AZ 85260
480-860-0475
1160 E University
Tempe, AZ 85281
480-557-0700
3481 W Frye Road
Chandler, AZ 85226
480-398-3008
www.chompies.com
Founded by the Borenstein family, originally from Queens, NY, Chompie’s, Arizona’s New York Deli Since 1979, serves up a huge breakfast, lunch and dinner menu. It’s famous for its Jewish Sliders (featured on Travel Channel’s Man v. Food), Mile-High Sandwiches, NY-style boiled-then-baked bagels, Matzo Ball Soup and other Jewish Heritage Classics, as well as for its sprawling deli and bakery cases and custom catering. Locations in Phoenix, Scottsdale, Tempe and Chandler, AZ.
Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf
11 Valley-wide locations under supervision of KOLA
(except Sky Harbor Airport)
www.coffeebean.com
Cookies from Home
(Vaad) 1605 W University Dr., Ste. 106
Tempe, AZ 85281
800-543-8133
www.cookiesfromhome.com
Fairytale Brownies
(Vaad) 4610 E Cotton Center Blvd. #100
Phoenix, AZ 85040
800-324-7982
www.brownies.com
Fresh Mint Restaurant
(Vaad, Vegetarian) 13802 N Scottsdale Road #161
Scottsdale, AZ 85254
480-443-2556
www.freshmint.us.com
Imperial Kosher Market & Deli
Glatt, Vaad) 737 E Glendale Ave.
Phoenix, AZ 85020
602-285-6999
www.imperialkosher.com
King Solomon’s Pizza
(Cholov Yisroel, Vaad) 4810 N Seventh St.
Phoenix, AZ 85014
602-870-8655
www.kingsolomonspizza.com
Kitchen 18
10211 N Scottsdale Road
Scottsdale, AZ 85253
480-284-6001
www.thekitchen18.com
Kosher Korner
(Glatt, Vaad) 6107 N Seventh St.
Phoenix, AZ 85014
602-266-0555
Levi Catering & Cafe
(Vaad) Inside the VOS JCC 12701 N Scottsdale Road, Ste.108
Scottsdale, AZ 85254
480-907-7150
www.Levi-catering.com
Luci’s Healthy Marketplace
Ken Schnitzer, Owner
Lucia Schnitzer, Owner
Jerry Mansoor, VP Operations
1590 E Bethany Home Road
Phoenix, AZ 85014
602-773-1339 Fax: 602-680-3933
Info@LucisHealthyMarketplace. com, www.LucisHealthyMarketplace.com
Luci’s Healthy Marketplace is a unique cafe, coffee bar and marketplace. Featuring quality organic, kosher, gluten-free and natural products from reputable local and regional vendors, including meats, seafood, dairy, cheeses, snacks, entrees, wine and beer, supplements, cosmetics, baby care, pet care, cleaning, unique gifts, etc. Freshly cooked meals and our fresh Grab and Go menu items are available all day. We have received best of awards, including Phoenix’s Best Gluten- Free Market and Coffee.
Manhattan Pizza and Subs
(Cholov Yisroel, Chabad) 5224 N Seventh St.
Phoenix, AZ 85014
602-248-8086
www.manhattanpizzeria.com
Miracle Mile Deli
1949 E Camelback Road #160
Phoenix, AZ 85016
602-776-0992
www.miraclemiledeli.com
Miracle Mile Delicatessen has been serving the Valley’s favorite East Coast delicacies like Pastrami, Brisket of Beef and Corned Beef since 1949. We have been family owned and operated for 65 years, providing consistently delicious food from homemade recipes at reasonable prices and great service in a family friendly atmosphere. Our Catering Department provides phenomenal party trays, scrumptious desserts, boxed lunches and more for business meetings, events or family gatherings.
Mozart Cafe and Bakery
(Cholov Yisroel) 7116 E Mercer Lane
Scottsdale, AZ 85254
480-609-3879
www.mozartscottsdale.com
New York Bagels n’ Bialys
(Va’ad certified for challah, most bagels and bialys) 10320 N Scottsdale Road
Scottsdale, AZ 85253
480-483-6922
www.nybagelsnbialys.com
Orange Sky Restaurant
9800 E Indian Bend Road
Scottsdale, AZ 85256
480-850-8606
contactus@talkingstickresort.com, www.talkingstickresort.com
Dine in style at Scottsdale’s Orange Sky Restaurant, the culinary jewel on the 15th floor of Talking Stick Resort. With world- class entrees, award-winning wine and breathtaking views, a visit to Orange Sky Restaurant will offer an experience like no other.
Paprika
(Vaad, Meat) 7116 E Mercer Lane
Scottsdale, AZ 85254
480-948-3776
Samarkind
(Vaad, Meat) 7823 N 19th Ave.
Phoenix, AZ 85021
602-331-8991
Segal’s One Stop and Oasis Grill
(Glatt, Vaad) 4818 N Seventh St.
Phoenix, AZ 85014
602-285-1515
www.segalsonestop.com
Zoyo Neighborhood Yogurt
(Vaad, Dairy) 10 Valley locations
www.zoyogurt.com
