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Honoring Tradition, Serving Arizona

From a small carnicería in Sonora to four locations in Arizona, our family’s legacy of quality and tradition lives on.

Our Story

At Carnicería Sonora, we believe every great business begins with a story, and ours is rooted in family, tradition, and the desire to honor a legacy. Since 1994, we have proudly served the Arizona Valley, bringing the rich flavors and traditions of Sonora, México, to our community. Our journey begins with our grandfather, the heart and soul of our inspiration. Tata opened his first carnicería in Sonora, México, where he earned a reputation for quality meats, exceptional service, and dedication to his community. His passion for his craft and his dream of building something meaningful have always been the foundation of our family’s values. Though Tata is no longer with us, his legacy lives on in every aspect of Carnicería Sonora.

In 1994, we opened the doors to our first carnicería in Tempe, Arizona, determined to continue Tata’s legacy and bring the same level of quality and care to the community he inspired us to serve. Tata was our biggest supporter in those early days, cheering us on as we worked tirelessly to build the business from the ground up. Today, we are proud to say that Carnicería Sonora has grown to four locations—Tempe, Phoenix, Peoria, and Maricopa. Each store represents our family’s dedication to offering only the freshest and highest-quality products.

Our slogan, "Pura Calidad," isn’t just a saying - it’s a promise. From our carefully sourced meats to our freshly prepared products, we strive to provide nothing but the best for our customers. Many of our recipes have been lovingly passed down through generations, originating from our family’s roots in Sonora. These flavors carry the essence of our heritage and the pride we feel in sharing them with our community.

As a family-run business, every member plays a role in ensuring that Carnicería Sonora continues to uphold Tata’s legacy. We work hard, not just for the business, but for the customers who have become part of our extended family over the past 30 years. We are deeply grateful to the Arizona Valley for welcoming us and allowing us to serve you. At Carnicería Sonora, we don’t just sell food - we share a piece of our family, history, and culture with every customer. We love Arizona and are committed to continuing to provide the highest quality products and service for years to come.

Thank you for being part of our story.

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30+ Years

Serving Arizona since 1994

4 Locations

Proudly serving Tempe, Phoenix, Peoria, and Maricopa

Daily

Fresh tortillas handmade with care every day

100%

Certified Angus Beef®

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Commitment to Excellence

As one of the first carnicerías in Arizona, Carnicería Sonora is committed to upholding the highest standards of authenticity, freshness, and quality across all our locations. We strive to deliver an exceptional experience, honoring traditional flavors while meeting the needs of our community.

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Local Markets founded

2016

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Iconic Restaurants founded

2017

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Food Festivals founded

2018

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Cooking Classes founded

2019

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Street Food founded

2020

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Food Markets founded

2021

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Catering

Whether you're hosting a birthday, wedding rehearsal dinner, or any special event, Carnicerías Sonora offers authentic Mexican catering that adds a flavorful touch to your celebration. From perfectly prepared tacos to freshly made sides, we’ll tailor the menu to fit your preferences. Let us take care of the food so you can enjoy the occasion stress-free.

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Join Us for a Visit!

Stop by any of our locations for fresh, authentic flavors made daily!

Tempe

3135 S 48th St #107,
Tempe, AZ 85282

Monday - Sunday:
8am - 9pm

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Phoenix

17 W Baseline Rd,
Phoenix, AZ 85041

Monday - Sunday:
8am - 9pm

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Peoria

​8287 W Washington St, Peoria, AZ 85345

Monday - Sunday:
8am - 9pm

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Maricopa

19568 N Maricopa Rd,
Maricopa, AZ 85139

Monday - Sunday:
8am - 9pm

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Testimonials

What Our Customers Are Saying

Authentic flavors, fresh ingredients, and a commitment to quality—see why our customers keep coming back!

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Jack Lowell

Best Carniceria imaginable. Almost every grocery product you could buy in Mexico, and the meat selection is huge and better than most big brand Grocery stores. A whole aisle of tortillas. Best chorizo imaginable.

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Araceli Cecena

They have a nice butcher section. The food to go is affordable with good selection - pozole, albóndigas, carnitas, pupusas, bistec ranchero. Their corn tortillas and refried beans are amazing. Anything you need for a family meal.

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Arnold Barrientos

I've been going there for the last 22 years and it's been the best food best chicharrones best tortillas and there's no one here in town can beat theirs I would recommend everybody to go there

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