If you were raised in Cochise County, you have some favorite restaurants. Places your parents took you, or maybe somewhere you discovered during a military TDY visit.

These 5 restaurants are always high on the list of places natives who now live in other parts of the world don't miss when the visit Sierra Vista, Benson and Bisbee.

1. Vinny's New York Pizza in Sierra Vista

Founded in 1980 by Vinny Ferrara, Vinny's New York Pizza is the one place friends and family members return to when they visit Sierra Vista. Not only are Vinny's famous square pizzas a big hit, but their legendary hot wings are also like nothing else.

The wings come in all the usual flavors bbq, Cajun bbq,  and golden tangy. They also come with varying degrees of heat: mild, medium hot, suicidal and homicidal. If you survive the suicidal and homicidal wings, you might find yourself immortalized on Vinny's Winged Wall of Flame.

2. La Casita Mexican Restaurant and Cantina in Sierra Vista

Phil and Anita Garcia first opened La Casita Mexican Restaurant and Cantina in 1989, and they've been family owned and run since then. In fact, Phil himself often brings food to tables during busy times, and always with a smile.

Visitors here crave their chimichangas, burritos and of course, their tacos are always stop in for a visit when they're in town.

3. Screaming Banshee Pizza in Bisbee

4.  G & F Pizza Palace in Benson

G & F Pizza Palace is THE place locals go to in Benson. They've been fans for decades. Locals love the Pizza Pizza and Antipasto Salad.

5. Big Tex Barbecue in Willcox

Have you ever eaten in a train car? Right in the heart of the little town of Willcox sits a 1929 train dining car. Big Tex serves ribs, steaks, salads, sandwiches, and burgers. The delicious food and unique dining experience is not to be missed when visiting Cochise County.

What's your "never miss" dining experience in Cochise County?