At Marino's, it’s all about the pasta. Well, it’s also all about the cheesy garlic bread, and the pizza, and the salads, and the … For a small restaurant, there’s a lot that it’s all about. Of course, it starts with the ambience — the comfortable welcome Marino’s offers guests as they walk through the courtyard patio and into the dining room. Open and airy, evoking al fresco … [More]
Rock Lobster: Business and Sushi Rolled into One
Rock Lobster’s the name, sushi’s the game; specifically, a widely diverse offering of rolls with equally diverse and unique names (chimichanga roll, anyone?) served in a vibrant atmosphere with energy to spare. The open, airy yet elegant environment provides the perfect backdrop for professionals to grab a quick, delicious lunch and let go of the stress of the day or get down … [More]
Yellowbell Reimagines Southwestern
The emphasis here is on local, starting with the name of the hotel: “Camby” was coined to celebrate the hotel’s location on Camelback Road. Those who are used to equating Phoenix flora with the iconic saguaro, take note: The yellow bell shrub, while not native to our region, is ubiquitous in landscape all around town – a local standout of our culture and … [More]
(Sneaky)bird Is the Word for Never Ever Fried Chicken
The best chicken is fried chicken. Or is it? sneakybird is out to prove the best chicken in Arizona need not be made with added oils or a greasy fryer. “While I am as guilty as anyone of indulging now and then, once I became a dad, I got really focused on our entire family eating cleanly together,” says Dan Chaon, a restaurant veteran who helped build such brands as … [More]
Kona Grill Brings East and West to the Table
Kona Grill welcomes the lunch crowd with its own “power lunch” — a prix fixe three-course meal offered every weekday from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Designed to be easy and fast to fit within a traditional “lunch hour,” the dishes are a dine-in quality alternative to fast food. First course options are an Asian salad that draws on Kona Grill’s fusion cuisine with its cabbage, green … [More]
Eureka! – Innovative and Elevated
“Eureka, eureka” — Archimedes’ excitement when he exclaimed (in Greek), “I have found it” can be matched by guests visiting Eureka! the restaurant. It’s no coincidence it is located on the ASU campus; Eureka! owners aim to create a sense of discovery “like the innovation and uniqueness that college campuses offer,” explains Paul Frederick, founder of the Eureka! Restaurant … [More]
Ingo’s Tasty Food: All-Day Fresh Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Ingo’s newest location in Scottsdale is a delightful study in opposites: small store with a feeling of wide-open spaces; short menu that’s big on variety. And an overriding sensation of freshness in the dishes and the ambience. “Today’s guest deserves today’s food,” HiNoon Hospitality’s vice president of operations Jaison Sokolow shares the mantra that defines Ingo’s … [More]
Breakfast Kitchen Bar: Where Business Meets Flavorful Dining
Picture this: The aroma of freshly brewed coffee intertwining with the hum of business discussions. That's the essence of Breakfast Kitchen Bar, a haven designed with the busy professional in mind. Step into the Desert Ridge or Scottsdale location and experience an ambiance that effortlessly combines sophistication with comfort, perfect for a healthy lunch or a swift business … [More]
Francine – Simple and Soulful French Mediterranean
While having been in its location four years, Francine has recently all but reinvented itself to be a much more authentic French Mediterranean restaurant with the new chef, Chef Remy, who brings more than 20 years of global culinary experience at Michelin Star restaurants and luxury hotels. "Chef Remy has an exceptional resume. He’s been named one of the top chefs in … [More]
El Patron: The Boss of New Mexican Cuisine
Opening El Patron early this year was a restaurateur’s dream: Customers from the Daskaloses’ Albuquerque location — who had either relocated to Phoenix or are Phoenicians who vacation in Albuquerque — were a built-in customer base, stampeding to the Scottsdale location as soon as El Patron’s Facebook page announced the opening. Long-time restaurateurs Jimmy and Nadine … [More]
Le Âme: Its Soul Is Comfort
Le Âme (pronounced LAY uhMAY, contrary to all rules of French grammar) exudes an open-arms welcome. In fact, everything about the interior design invites guests to relax and get comfortable, starting with its spaciousness — a characteristic built into every amenity of The Global Ambassador hotel. Real estate is valuable, especially at this prime Phoenix corner of 44th … [More]
The Rosticceria Puts Wood-Fired Meats in the Limelight
The glory that is Rome includes, for Chef Joey Maggiano, famed Italian dish porchetta. This dish, along with other traditional Italian dishes, has been sadly absent from Phoenix’s (yea, even Arizona’s) culinary scene. With this prolific restaurateur’s The Rosticceria, Chef Joey rectifies that oversight. “The inspiration for the new concept came from traveling through the … [More]
32 Shea – Elevating Classics for Dining-In, Patio and Drive-Thru
Thirty-two Shea’s recent additions to its dinner menu also call out attention to this gem-of-a-restaurant’s lunch and breakfast selections. And there must be a little magic involved for Executive Chef Jordan Marshall to produce the variety of exceptional dishes from the restaurant’s small kitchen. With some seating inside, 32 Shea offers relaxed seating under a canopy on its … [More]
Chestnut: Breakfast, Lunch, Happy Hour & Community!
Founder and restaurater Kirsten Steele recently opened the doors to Chestnut’s new home in the Biltmore. The community-first-based restaurant, which first came onto the scene in 2013 in the Arcadia area, can now be found on 24th Street and Camelback. Guests can enjoy breakfast, lunch, happy hour and a great full outdoor patio facing 24th Street — plus comfortable inside seating … [More]
The Collins: Open for Lunch by Popular Demand
With the restaurant already an operating success for dinner, owner Christopher Collins was not planning to open for lunch. “But,” he says, “the guests asked for it. The regulars convinced me we needed to open for lunch.” Collins added lunch service this past May, expecting to take the summer to build up business and to staff up accordingly — “But it was busy Day 1,” he … [More]
Rosso Italian Imports Italy to Downtown Phoenix
Rosso Italian, surrounded by high-rises and just steps away from the Footprint Center, brings a contemporary take on premium Italian cuisine to the downtown Phoenix foodie scene. Launched earlier this year, Rosso Italian is the latest creation from the restaurant group behind POMO Pizzeria. The restaurant opens its doors at 11 a.m. and immediately welcomes a flock of … [More]
Z’Tejas – Elevated Tex-Mex in a Sophisticated Ambience
With two locations in the Phoenix metro area, Z’Tejas offers a captivating fusion of modernity, sophistication and a unique take on Tex-Mex cuisine. Through extensive renovations in 2021, Z’Tejas elevated its interior to combine contemporary elegance with a Southwest ambience. From luxurious furnishings to thoughtfully curated lighting, every detail is meticulously … [More]
The Italian Daughter Celebrates Tradition
Family tradition plays huge with The Italian Daughter. The restaurant’s name is, itself, homage to the late Tomaso Maggiore, whose restaurant on Central Camelback, Tomaso’s, was a Valley favorite. Following that tradition of hospitality, Melissa Maggiore Meyer sets a welcoming environment for fine dining with overtones of casual for diners to relax over their meal and enjoy … [More]
