Best Restaurants in Phoenix

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The Scottsdale Plaza Resort's fine dining venue features award-winning cuisine and stunning Camelback Mountain views from the terrace. Bronze sculptures by western artist Frederick Remington provide both the name and atmosphere for the restaurant. Live jazz is featured in the lounge. Award-winning chef Rick Sederholt and staff present creative cuisine like a mixed grill of wild game sausage, petit filet and lamb chop with a roasted garlic barbeque glaze and Sand Dabs with lemon butter and Lyonnaise potatoes. A Chef's Creation of the Day is offered.

Our Local Expert Says:

Great Breakfast! Huge omlettes and tasty home fries make this place a great choice. If you're staying in Old Town Scottsdale, you can walk here for a nice stroll through the shops.

Description:

This family-owned-and-operated restaurant has been a local favorite for decades. Serving three meals daily, the menu has more than 300 selections. It is often busy, so plan on at least a short wait before being seated. Hearty breakfasts (including pancakes made with orange juice) are followed by burgers, salads and sandwiches at lunch (try the Island Melt Sandwich) and seafood, steaks and pastas at dinner. Interesting desserts include the Hoosier Pie. Full bar service is available.

Our Local Expert Says:

A classic Phoenix restaurant that marries French and Southwestern flavors to perfection.

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This local institution is known for its successful fusion of French technique and Southwestern flavors. Chef Vincent Guerithault became the face of fine dining in the Valley in the 1980s when he pioneered his brand of French-Southwestern cuisine. Try the duck tamale as an appetizer, the lobster chimichangas, duck confit with candied citrus, salmon with chipotle buerre blanc, and for dessert, a decadent assortment of creme brulee and souffles. The inviting, Porvencal ambiance make for a perfect night out.

Our Local Expert Says:

Purchase a Senor Bob or Cha Cha mug with your first margarita and get cheap refills when you come back to visit. Macayo's has been serving up traditional Mexican favorites for decades. The restaurant pleases by keeping consistent.

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Bright Mexican decor accentuates the bold flavors of traditional Mexican food at this local favorite. Try the Pescado Taco Terrifico, lightly fried battered fish placed in a warm corn tortilla. This casual place also serves up salads, pizzas and burgers. Partake in special margaritas served up in huge ceramic mugs with cheap refills. Choose from Senor Bob-style Mugarita, or Cha-Cha Girl.