20 July Fourth dining deals around Phoenix

With election season approaching, the U.S. has plenty of hot air to blow out all 239 candles on its birthday cake this Independence Day. Although many restaurants are closed on the Fourth, others are offering deals to help celebrate. Here are 20 places with Fourth of July dining specials.

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Phoenix

Bobby-Q's

Pick up "The July Four" take-home meal for four that includes a half pound each of beef brisket and pulled pork, four buns and a bottle of Bobby-Q's signature sauce ($20). Available only July 4.

Details: 8501 N. 27th Ave., Phoenix. 602-995-5982, bobbyq.net.

Central Bistro

Celebrate with the 4th of July Dinner Special: Buy an entree and get one free of equal or lesser value. Try the New England Clambake of roasted cod, clams, linguisa sausage, corn and potatoes in roasted-corn broth ($28).

Details: 3160 E. Camelback Road, Phoenix. 480-646-8560, centralbistroaz.com.

Jewel's Bakery and Cafe

This gluten-free cafe is offering a chicken dinner that feeds six to eight people and includes one whole breaded and deep-fried chicken, eight biscuits with homemade honey butter, baked four-cheese mac 'n' cheese or garlic mashed potatoes with gravy, Jewel's Classic Slaw and an apple pie with buttery crust ($87.50). Limited availability. Call to reserve.

Details: 4041 E. Thomas Road, Phoenix. 602-714-5243, jewelsbakeryandcafe.com.

Sierra Bonita Grill

All day on the Fourth of July, these menu items are priced at $4: Frito Pie, with Fritos corn chips topped with red-chile pork, charro beans, Cheddar cheese and sour cream; and Hopper's Poppers, jalapeños halved and stuffed with a blend of four cheeses and served on a sizzling skillet. Pair them with a $4 draft beer or well cocktail.

Details: 6933 N. Seventh St., Phoenix. 602-264-0700, sierrabonitagrill.com.

Ingo's Tasty Food/Chelsea's Kitchen

Whether you eat at the counter this July 4th or on the patio at Ingo's, enjoy $4 burgers such as the Farmer's Daughter (Dijon sauce, fol epi cheese, sauerkraut), Ingo's cheeseburger, the Paris-Texas Burger (apple-barbecue sauce, Black Creek Cheddar, Nueske's bacon, lettuce, dill pickle), each prepared with a choice of Strauss grass-fed beef or a house-made cashew veggie patty. Also on special is the No. 1 Tuna Burger made with ground sushi-grade tuna, bulgur wheat, avocado and spicy aioli. At sister restaurant Chelsea's Kitchen, buy one entree and the second entree is $4.

Details: Ingo's Tasty Food, 4502 N. 40th St., Phoenix. 602-795-2884, ingostastyfood.com. Chelsea's Kitchen, 5040 N. 40th St., Phoenix. 602-957-2555, chelseaskitchen.com.

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West Valley

Uptown Alley

Stop by this bowling alley, game arcade and restaurant July 4th for the 1776 All American Eat and Play Classic that includes a large one-topping pizza, four soft drinks and $20 in game-play tickets ($17.76).

Details: 13525 N. Litchfield Road, Surprise. 623-975-7529, uptownalleysurprise.com.

Westgate Entertainment District

The shopping district is hosting a Fireworks Fest 5-9:30 p.m. July 4 with live music, free parking and a 21-and-older beer garden with proceeds benefiting the 100 Club of Arizona. Many of Westgate's eateries will be offering grab-and-go food specials, including a chicken tenders and chips meal at Crave Waffle Creations ($7.99, $9.99 for a sandwich meal); gyro pita, chicken souvlaki pita or specialty pita combos at Opa Greek Life Cafe ($8.50); hot dog or chicken taco with chips at Saddle Ranch Chop House ($6); hamburger or cheeseburger with chips and beverage at Johnny Rockets ($8.50); sandwich combo at Which Wich ($10); and wrap with chips and drink at Fresh Healthy Cafe ($8.50). See website for all specials.

Details: 6751 N. Sunset Blvd., Glendale. 623-385-7502, westgateaz.com.

Papa Murphy's Take 'N' Bake Pizza

The pizzeria is hosting a Free Faves Weekend on July 4 and 5 that includes a large pepperoni, cheese or sausage "Fave" with the purchase of any large or family-size signature, stuffed, fresh pan, Gourmet Delite or create-your-own pizza at regular menu price ($10-$14).

Details: 1809 N. Dysart Road, Avondale. 623-935-7117, other locations at az.avondale.papamurphys.com.

The Wigwam

The resort hosts the Great American Celebration 6-9 p.m. July 4 on the Patriot Golf Course. Food includes beer, wine, soft drinks, bottled water and Wigwam hot dogs ($1-$6), snow cones and ice cream from vendors, with such activities as a DJ, interactive events and fireworks at 8:30 p.m. Bring chairs, blankets and beach towels.

Details: 300 E. Wigwam Blvd., Litchfield Park. 623-935-3811, wigwamarizona.com.

Sugar 'N Spice

The Goodyear location will be stocked with all-American blueberry and apple mini pies on the Fourth, baked in a traditional piecrust ($2.75). At the new Surprise location, you must order ahead.

Details: 14970 W. Indian School Road, Goodyear. 623-535-1877. Also 13681 N. Litchfield Road, Surprise. 623-466-7166, sugarandspiceaz.com.

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Northeast Valley

Fairmont Scottsdale Princess

The resort is going all out to celebrate its Freedom Fest, with events Friday to Monday. Restaurants at the Princess will host specials from breakfast through dinner. Activities include vintage air shows, concerts, performance of the national anthem with presentation of the colors, water-balloon battles, zip-line rides, a pool party, fishing derbies, pet adoptions, tie-dye shirt making, watermelon-eating contests and fireworks at 9 p.m. July 3 and 4. There is no admission charge, though there is a fee for some activities. See website for details.

Details: 7575 E. Princess Drive, Scottsdale. 480-585-4848, scottsdaleprincess.com.

Sprinkles Cupcakes

Having a picnic or barbecue? Finish with the Sprinkles 4th of July Box that includes six of the new lemon-blueberry cupcakes (lemon cake studded with blueberries) and six red velvet cupcakes, all sprinkled with patriotic stars ($42). The 4th of July Box is available until July 5.

Details: 4501 N. Scottsdale Road, Scottsdale. 480-970-4321, sprinkles.com.

Scramble

Wake up and salute America's birthday with patriotic pancakes of whipped cream, blueberries and strawberries, served with a side of sausage patties ($7.89). If you choose a seat on the patio, you can bring Fido.

Details: 6590 N. Scottsdale Road, Scottsdale. 480-404-7264. Also 9832 N. Seventh St., Phoenix. 602-374-2294, azscramble.com.

Roaring Fork

"Dinner on Us" means that on the 4th of July you can buy one entree and get another one free, such as boneless buttermilk fried chicken, served with mashed potatoes and peppercorn gravy ($17).

Details: 4800 N. Scottsdale Road, Scottsdale. 480-947-0795, roaringfork.com.

Casino Arizona/Talking Stick Resort

Come to the Eagles Buffet 10 a.m.-3 p.m. July 4 for an Independence Day buffet featuring eggs Benedict, omelets made to order, French toast, waffles, cheese blintzes, roast beef, barbecued chicken and ribs, fish and chips, macaroni and cheese, shrimp, salads and an array of desserts ($10.95; $6 children 5-12; 4 and younger eat free).

Details: 524 N. 92nd St., Salt River Reservation. 480-850-7777, casinoarizona.com.

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Southeast Valley

Z'Tejas Southwestern Grill

From July 4 to 6, enjoy 74-cent sliders and $7.40 buckets of beer when you dine in at Z'Tejas.

Details: 20 W. Sixth St., Tempe. 480-377-1170, other locations at ztejas.com.

Nabers

From July 3 to 5, come by for baby back ribs ($12.50), cheeseburgers ($7), hot dogs ($5), Leinie's Summer Shandy ($4) and the Freedom-tini cocktail ($5). Country dance music is provided by DJ Joey LaDelfa on July 4. Best patriotic attire wins $50.

Details: 825 N. 54th St., Chandler. 480-705-0288, nabersaz.com.

Liberty Market

Special for the Fourth of July, come in for a slice of red, white and blue red velvet cake, with rich cream-cheese icing between the layers ($5.50).

Details: 230 N. Gilbert Road, Gilbert. 480-892-1900, libertymarket.com.

Famous Dave's

Start your own revolution with the Fourth of July Weekend BBQ Pack for four people that includes one rack of ribs, a pound of pork, four buns, two pints of side dishes and four corn breads ($39.99). The pack is available for pickup July 1-5.

Details: 1011 N. Dobson Road, Mesa. 480-615-1444, other locations at famousdaves.com.

Schnepf Farms

After July 4, the farm will close for the summer. But it's going out with a bang of a hometown Independence Day celebration from 5 to 11:30 p.m. with rides, petting zoo, rock-climbing wall, a patriotic performance, fireworks and an outdoor movie. Food includes watermelon slices, grilled pizza, grilled sausage, fresh-squeezed lemonade, hot dogs, hamburgers, pie and ice cream ($3-$10). Admission is $15 a car. Some activities have a fee.

Details: 22601 E. Cloud Road, Queen Creek. 480-987-3100, schnepffarms.com.