Few people know this, but one of the best restaurants in Arizona is tucked away inside the world-famous Musical Instrument Museum. Café Allegro in Phoenix dishes out both local and globally-inspired cuisine in a low-key, cafeteria-style atmosphere, and it will quickly become one of your new favorite spots to grab a bite.

As Phoenix's #1 attraction and the only global musical instrument museum of its kind, the Musical Instrument Museum is a cultural and educational experience sure to leave a lasting imprint on visitors of all ages.

The museum features a collection of permanent and rotating galleries that showcase how people all over the world make and enjoy music, and it's a place every Arizonan should visit at least once in their lifetime.

Traipsing all over the 200,000-square-foot building is bound to work up an appetite.

Luckily, the on-site restaurant, Café Allegro, offers a wide range of delicious options guaranteed to quell your hunger. The restaurant is cafeteria-style, meaning it has several different stations that you can order from before taking a seat anywhere you'd like.

Café Allegro really puts emphasis on fresh, high-quality food, utilizing local produce and complex flavor profiles to create a truly unforgettable dining experience.

This is no ordinary museum restaurant. Enjoying a meal here offers an experience as deep and meaningful as that evoked by the exhibits themselves.

Both local and global flavors are spotlighted on the menu, which changes from week to week. There are also plenty of vegan/vegetarian, gluten-free, and dairy-free options.

There is also a different soup available each day, with selections ranging from Manhattan clam chowder to Thai chicken and rice, plus an array of specials.

Craving something hearty? Opt for one of the grill items - you can't go wrong with a classic burger!

The MIM Deluxe Burger features fresh ground beef, white cheddar cheese, bacon, lettuce, tomato, red onion, and house burger sauce all piled atop a buttery brioche bun.

The grill also offers several scrumptious sandwiches, plus a black bean patty for the vegetarians out there.

You'll also see a selection of mouthwatering sides, including loaded macaroni and cheese, sweet potato fries, and fresh fruit. Oh, and let's not forget about dessert! Whether you choose a flourless chocolate torte or mango rice pudding, your sweet tooth will be in heaven.

Visit the Musical Instrument Museum website or Facebook page for more information about Café Allegro, including current hours and this week's menu.

Have you ever eaten at Café Allegro? If so, do you think it's one of the best restaurants in Phoenix? Tell us your thoughts in the comments! Don't forget to check out our previous article to learn more about the fascinating Musical Instrument Museum.