Latha

Latha is a restaurant in Phoenix, Arizona, offering a contemporary pan-African dining experience that celebrates the foodways and cultures of Africa, Brazil, the Caribbean, and the Southern United States. The menu features dishes rooted in authentic recipes using responsibly sourced seasonal ingredients, including options like burnt onion hummus, vegetable moqueca, pineapple piri piri chicken, and blackened red fish. The restaurant also provides private dining for events such as weddings, brunches, and business dinners, and serves a selection of wines, beers, and spirits developed by Black artisans. Guests can enjoy the full experience through curated menus, live music, and cultural programming.

Latha is described as an immersive space where food, drink, and culture come together. The restaurant’s story emphasizes celebration, discovery, and connection, honoring the ancestral journeys that shaped global cuisines. The menu is designed as a journey along the trails of history, with dishes that reflect the interconnectedness of African and diasporic food traditions. The team includes CEO and founder Evelia Davis, chef and partner Digby Stridiron, and general manager Will Brazil, who together guide the restaurant’s vision and operations.

Located on East Adams Street in downtown Phoenix, Latha sits just a short walk from the Rosson House Museum and the Arizona Science Center, both within a quarter-mile. It is also near South 7th Street and North 7th Street, major thoroughfares, and close to Arizona State University Mercado and the University of Arizona, both within a half-mile radius.

With a 4.80 rating and a strong presence in the local dining scene, Latha is recognized for its unique culinary approach and vibrant atmosphere. The restaurant stands out as a destination where food and cultural expression are central to the experience, making it a distinctive part of Phoenix’s evolving restaurant landscape.