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Build it and they will come...Downtown Phoenix's new attempt to draw the masses.

CityScape, the massive, $900 million downtown Phoenix retail/commercial project, is gearing up for launch. The first tenants are scheduled to open in August. The development includes 12 restaurants and watering holes. Here is a list of what's coming, and when.


Five Guys Burgers (AUG)


This fast-food chain based in the Washington, D.C. area features burgers, hot dogs and fries. The chain has had its profile raised significantly by President Obama, who stops by the location near the White House. Five Guys currently has five Valley locations, in Scottsdale, Mesa, North Phoenix and Tempe.


Rasputin Vodka Bar (SEPT)


The website describes it as a "late-night, DJ-inspired ultra lounge," giving the pretty young things a new place downtown. Developers have compared it to the dark, sexy Merc Bar in Phoenix's Esplanade office complex.


Vitamin T (SEPT)


From chef Aaron May (Iruña, Over Easy, The Lodge, Mabel's on Main), this casual but trendy place will spotlight Mexican fare and tequila-based cocktails. The high-profile May has said he's attracted to downtown Phoenix's urban feel, the kind he remembers from living in Chicago, New York and Paris.


LGO Coffee (SEPT)


The folks behind the Arcadia hot spot La Grande Orange are doing a coffeehouse.


Huey's 24/7 Diner (OCT)


The kitchen will whip up inexpensive comfort food 24 hours a day, seven days a week. It's the first of three restaurants being opened by the New Orleans-based Doyle Restaurant Group that also includes La Crepe Nanou and BrewPublic Craft House, which are also expected to open in October.


The BrewPublic Craft House will focus on craft beers and pub grub. La Crepe Nanou offers a French café menu, including soups, salads and crepes.


LGO Public House (NOV)


This La Grande Orange gastro pub will showcase updated American dishes, including burgers, fish and salads. LGO founder and president Bob Lynn says the restaurant is based on childhood memories of a Chicago pub called Hogans, a place where his family would gather. He anticipates a mostly business clientele for lunch. At dinner, the target is everyone, from pre- and post-downtown event diners to nearby residents.


The Breakfast Club (NOV)


Look for omelets, pancakes and French toast at this spinoff of the popular Scottsdale spot known for strong coffee and long lines. The Scottsdale location consistently ranks among the top places in the Valley for breakfast


Sam Fox's Chop House (DEC)


The Chop House will be an "urban American grill" specializing in steaks, chops and seafood. Fox is the force behind Modern Steak, Bloom, North, Sauce, Greene House, Olive & Ivy, Blanco Tacos + Tequila and True Food Kitchen.


Tilted Kilt (DEC)


This national chain does burgers, pizza, pasta and wraps and has four Valley locations already. The servers are young women in abbreviated kilts, and it has a sports bar atmosphere, which draws inevitable comparisons to Hooters.


Silk Sushi (JAN)


Restaurateur Jimmy Carlin (Cajun House, Blue Wasabi) promises affordable sushi and pan-Asian fare. The name is designed to conjure up visions of the Silk Road, the fabled caravan trail linking East and West. Silk will target sophisticated diners, the kind who will be occupying CityScape's office towers. But Carlin is also aiming to keep menu items affordable.