This is a convenient option for lunch downtown. They serve decent pizza, with good salads and vegetarian options. The stuffed grape leaves and hummus platter is a perfect light but filling lunch. Pro tip: if they offer extra pita with your order, say yes. Great service, with the ability to get in and out in relatively quickly as long as they aren't too packed. They also have a to go counter, although I always prefer to sit. Parking in the area is typical downtown. It's close to the light rail and all the courts. The prices are on the cheaper side for a sit down restaurant in the area. If you're in the area, it's definitely worth a shot. read more

Crazy Jim's Downtown - Dolmas and Hummus Platter - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

Greek influenced food. Freshly made food in a friendly environment with easy prices (especially for downtown Phoenix) and a comfortable vibe. I have been to Crazy Jim's twice and both times have enjoyed my meal. The first time I had a gyro sandwich which was delicious (their pita is soft and fresh!); the second time I ordered a daily special which was grilled chicken and hummus. The hummus and pita was the stand-out for me along with some fresh cucumber and olives - fresh and tasty! Definitely a downtown hangout for folks who work in the area. You can order to go, call ahead and pick-up your order, or sit and enjoy a meal in the dining area. You'll be made to feel right at home if you do! I highly recommend. read more

Always a great choice for a bite to eat in downtown Phoenix! Amazing subs and fresh pita bread! read more

Crazy Jim's Downtown - Veggie Sub - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

We(co-workers) used to be regulars at their 15th Ave location before closing. This is the first time in a while we decided to try their downtown location. This establishment is much larger and can accommodate any party size. Large seating area with tables and some booth style seating. The service is just as I remember it, different faces but still friendly and attentive. This brings the stars down and I dislike saying this-it is not the same! Can someone confirm or deny if they changed their gyro recipe? Not a fan and over salted. Such a disappointment after being away from them for a while. We had bigger hopes. read more

Crazy Jim's Downtown - White Pizza - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

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I love Crazy Jim's. Always the best food and their pitas are to die for. Soooo good. I will drive very far for a pita from Crazy Jim's read more

Crazy Jim's Downtown - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

Bring back the original recipes ): I was so sad to find out nothing is the same anymore. There was nothing Greek about my salad but the pita. The ranch is from a bottle. No more hard boiled egg. The chicken didn't have the oregano seasoning or anything. Doesn't seemed grilled in house anymore. Very disappointing lunch as I was so excited to have it after many years of not. read more

If you're in this area, there isn't much to choose from in terms of food. The only other option was Ziggys pizza, so we opted to try Crazy Jims instead. There was a man who greeted us at the door and sat us right away, I believe he was the manager. He also said goodbye upon our exit. I appreciate that old school hospitality/charm. The server was busy, but friendly and nice. The place is clean and has a downtown/city cafe vibe which I like. But the issue is the food quality. The chicken is diced square pieces that seem very processed. The fries are small processed fries similar to McDonalds fries (I was not a fan), and the vegetables were not very fresh. So while there are some good things about the restaurant, the food should be the star, and it definitely wasn't. read more

I stopped by on Friday 06-20-2025 for lunch as I remember this place from years ago . I ordered a cheeseburger with fries and a lemonade. BIG MISTAKE . Burger was dry, no season, no flavor in fact tasted frozen ( yuck ). Fries were also gross. The only thing I actually liked was my lemonade . Maybe next time I will order a salad, can they actually make a good salad ? I don't know ?? read more

100% Awful! This place use to be good. Three of us got take out and will absolutely never return. First, my $12.95 vegetarian salad was so disappointing, shredded lettuce topped with semi old baby carrots, a piece of bell pepper, sprinkled mushroom and onions. Don't forget the piece of tomato...it was just a side salad and I was literally hungry after eating it. My second friend also had a chicken salad and was disappointed. But more importantly, my third friend had a salad with chicken and as she ate part of it, discovered a curly hair. Now that's just disgusting. Three out of three of us will not return and we're completely disappointed. We are sad to see Crazy Jim's food go downhill :-( read more

Crazy Jim's Downtown - Vegetarian salad - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

Food is good, I wanted to support a local family owned business as it was recommended by the owners son. I ordered online ahead of time to save time as my lunches are short. As I sit down to eat, I'm told that I need to leave since I ordered "to-go". If you plan on eating at the restaurant, don't order online. As much as I enjoyed it, I won't be going back for that reason read more

I am very happy I found this restaurant! Short walk from work and great food. Not happy about the price, $14 and some change for a chicken shawarma pita and a side, no drink. That steep if you ask me. I ordered no onion, add feta and extra tzatziki. Fingers were crossed because of the last place near work that I placed the same order and they got it wrong. The wait wasn't too long. I had plenty of time to eat once I walked back to work. Now moment of truth... I open the box... and I smiled. There is exactly what I ordered! Yes! And they were very generous with that extra tzatziki I requested. Lots of feta, chicken smelled great and looked juicy. I pot on the tzatziki and take my first bite. Delicious! The flavors were all on point! Soft pita, juicy flavorful chicken and that tzatziki was perfect! The pasta salad was really good too. Not much to it but still a lot of flavor. I will definitely return. Thank goodness I found a place near work where I can get a legit chicken shawarma. read more

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the service is incredibly welcoming and really great, I wish I could say the same for the food.

Not fancy but good food decently done. Clean , comfortable, spacious. Sit down table service or order ahead. Quick table service, friendly, efficient staff. Can get in and out during lunch hour without having to be in a mad rush. I've had gyro, pasta, and I think a mushroom Swiss burger. I was more than satisfied with all three, that could have wished for a few more of the French fries that accompanied the burger and the gyro and wish they were closer to home fries than the skinny out of the bag type that I think they were, but a pleasant downtown dining experience regardless every time and in and out for under $20 including tip (though I don't recall if I drank anything but water). read more

The best place to eat while in downtown Phoenix M-F 7am to 2pm. Albert the owner is such a gem to everyone who walks in....even knows some of us by name, if you go please let him know Natalie sent you!! read more

Crazy Jim's Downtown - Best salad, burgers and gyro - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

The staff and owner are wonderful. The food was delicious. Fun place to go with the family

Been to Crazy Jim's before and had to come back while I was in downtown! It's family owned and everyone is super nice from the owners and down to the servers. I love how customer service is top priority and a smile is on everyone's face. The food is wonderful. I ordered the gyros platter and my mom ordered the lemon chicken soup (not pictured). Can I just say wow?! Very yummy. The taziki is OUT OF THIS WORLD. I want to slather it on everything. I was too stuffed to order dessert but I had my eye on the baklava. I'm definitely ordering it next time! read more

Crazy Jim's Downtown - gyros platter, yum!! - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

I am so sad to write this!! Crazy Jim's has been around forever and used to be my go to place. The last 2 time I've just been so disappointed. Prices went up, portions and quality went down- in a major way. Salads are $15 and the size of dinner salad. Pitas have a small 1/2 cup dried chicken, 1 slice tomato. Fries are the cheap frozen kind and not the home made greasy ones they used to have. Creamy Greek dressing is still the best- but not worth it anymore. C'mon my peeps- do better! read more

Great food, fast service, and local downtown staple! You never know who you'll see there. The food is delicious - especially the salads! They have done their best to keep prices reasonable, which has been hard lately. I think I have probably been there 50 times over the past 10 years and have never once been disappointed by the quality of their freshly prepared foods and great staff. read more

Greek places are often judged by their dressings. This place has a great Greek dressing. Nothing speaks to my soul better than the Chicken Feta Salad or the Gyro Feta Salad. There are dozens of other menu options (and the Greek pasta salad is rumored to be awesome) so take a friend or colleague! There are lots of venues for a business lunch in Phoenix but few are as worthy of your tastebuds as Crazy Jim's Downtown. read more

Wonderful salads and food. Great delivery for lunch. Can't wait to go here again. Always great tasting food.

Had to grab a meal after a hard workout. They had good food, great service and friendly staff. read more

Crazy Jim's Downtown - I needed a healthy meal after a hard workout. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

The servers are so great. The food is really tasty and the prices are fair. Yay!! I recommend the Ellensburg pizza, any pita and the domad. Mmmmm read more

Miss going here for lunch! Great food and owner is amazing . Food and service A+. Breakfast and lunch out of this world. Albert is the best! Dee read more

Great food great service!! Downtown location is the best. Parking can be a little dicey but it is highly recommended!

I've been to the one Indian school And the food always good but this one not so much I wanted the Gyro didn't like the chunky meet the bread was falling apart super dry and the guy was nice and friendly got the food out pretty fast Crazy Jim's on Indian school is way better I know for next time not to go this one and they didn't put any tzatziki have to go back in and ask for I'll stick to the one on Indian School read more

Walk in and greeted with nothing but beautiful smiles and people. Got seated down and ordered the Buffalo chicken pizza for a quick lunch and it definitely was quick. 0 to no wait, very good service, and ridiculously good food. read more

Amazing place!!!! I stopped by today for a quick bite between classes, and I loved the food and service. All of the staff was amazing and very polite when I engaged with them. And food turned out amazing and just as i wanted. I'll definitely be back again! read more

Crazy Jim's Downtown - Bacon Burger - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

Everything was excellent. I had an omelet with bacon, home fries and a Coke and it was delicious and affordable. The employees were friendly, and the atmosphere was great. I will definitely come here again. read more

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There was a time when I frequented Crazy Jim's just about everyday, trying different food menu items. I am sorry to say that today is the last time I will have frequented. I am very big on respect for all people. I didn't take kindly to the owners talking to me as if I were a child in a rude manner. I know that everyone has bad days, but as a owner one bad day can cost a loyal customer. My fellow coworker who heard the entire conversation and decided she will no longer dine there also. The food is decent and definitely not worth the cost of being spoken to that way. read more

Stopped for lunch today. What a great place. Clean, friendly, fabulous menu with fabulous food. I'll be back!

We popped in to Crazy Jims last night before a concert at Comerica. At first glace at the front door it looked like a counter diner, as we didn't notice the large dining room on the side. The big room was a nice surprise! It wasn't a beautiful space, it looks very efficient, and kind of like a corporate cafeteria dining room. About the efficient part, the staff certainly was!!!! when we were seated the restaurant was at about 25% full and by the time we left the lobby was packed with people waiting for tables. What impressed me so much was the team work going on here, there was never a service misstep and nobody looked frazzled as the restaurant quickly filled. The kitchen held its own as well as everything we ordered was tasty fresh and hot. JIM if you are reading this thank your lucky stars that you have such a crew!!!! You have a team most restaurateurs only dream about. read more

I was headed to the courthouse so this restaurant was a great location. A couple of blocks away. I ordered the gyro sandwich with fries. Loved my gyro sandwich and tzatziki sauce. Fries were average and super skinny. Not a big fan of skinny fries, but these were fine. Others ordered the salad with calamari, and they both received a large amount of calamari. Everyone enjoyed their lunches. Service was friendly, quick, and on point! read more

I was teaching a class of 70 people. We order pizzas, salads, and catering style appetizers like hummus. The staff was extremely friendly and professional. They arrived early enough to have everything setup, so we could serve the food hot and on time. I highly recommend using Crazy Jim's for any party, meeting, or event. read more

Every time I am in downtown I make sure to have my breakfast or lunch at Crazy Jim's. This is a family owned restaurant. Their staff are very friendly. The owners are always there and are so welcoming. Crazy Jim's is one of the only restaurants that actually makes their breakfast with "real" eggs. Their omelettes are delicious. As for lunch their salads and homemade salad dressing is out of this world!!! I highly recommend this place! read more

Love the food and the hospitality was great. I will definitely be back. I saw a lot on the menu I want to try. Thank you!!

Fair prices on breakfast and lunch in downtown Phoenix located under the 305 parking garage. I think they have some good specials daily too. The owner here, Albert, runs the place with his family. Albert is a very friendly guy and makes the place very welcoming. I got a big slice of pizza and a salad today for $9. They make the dough every day, not too thick or thin. Two thumbs up. They do ask you spend $5 minimum for a credit card charge. read more

I'll keep this sweet and short. Don't waste your time or money at this place. The workers/management here lack common sense and their customer service is trash like their food. read more

My wife and I were visiting AZ and stopped by Crazy Jim's for breakfast. WOW! Owner is super nice, and not just with us but with all his customers, staff was nice, and the Steak Breakfast Burrito with Salsa Verde and potatoes was exceptional! My wife had the horizon omelette and was excellent. All I have to say is, if you are in that area you have to try it out! Thanks to Al for making our visit welcoming and for great service to Brenda, our waitress, and to your cook for a delicious breakfast! read more

I had the Saganaki Chicken Salad. It was a good salad, with Greek cheese, and chicken that was cooked perfectly. The salad part was plentiful, except it would have been nice to have more than one little strip of bell pepper. We had to ask for pepperoncini because it was missing. The pita bread served on the side was soft and cut into strips - you're served what looks like half a small pita, but it was plenty. Overall, the salads in my party were decent, although a little uninspired. Next time. I'll try another dish. The place was doing great business, and the waitresses were prompt and friendly. read more

I had lunch there yesterday because it was close to parking garage where I parked. To my surprise it was A Greek restaurant. I had a giro salad so good. Our server was great too! read more