Diners' Choice: Best Ambiance restaurants in Phoenix

OpenTable

Updated December 05, 2024

Looking for restaurants with the best ambiance in Phoenix? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyzes nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favorite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

Quiessence at The Farm at South Mountain

4.8

4.8 (2490)

$50 and over

Unspecified

Central Phoenix

About the restaurant

Quiessence is a fine dining, true farm to table restaurant located at The Farm at South Mountain, a 10 acre oasis by South Mountain. We have a 2 acre organic garden onsite that we utilize as much as possible for our dishes. Our menu changes regularly based on local and seasonal availability. We offer tasting menus with the option of doing 3, 4 or 5 courses. The restaurant itself is housed in the original farmhouse of the property giving the restaurant plenty of rustic charm. Patio dining is also highly sought after when the weather is nice.

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NicoleVIP

Dined 3 days ago

Not our first visit, but definitely our best! The menu, always do the 5 course, was perfection. Our server was on top of our every need. The rest of the staff was friendly, picked up on our joking fun nature and laughed with us. The farm is beautiful and the food was fresh.

Cibo

4.9

4.9 (656)

$30 and under

Pizzeria

Downtown Phoenix

About the restaurant

Cibo Urban Pizzeria offers up patrons a unique and contemporary dining experience. You will be able to choose from a variety of handmade pizzas and homemade pasta dishes. The possibilities are near endless, and the ingredients are fresh and tasty. This is a great place to grab lunch or dinner when out and about anywhere in the Phoenix area. Cibo Urban Pizzeria also offers a complete wine list, with bottles from vineyards spanning the globe. Cibo Urban Pizzeria is a great place to enjoy after work drinks, or dinner with the entire family. So if you're in the area, drop by and see why it is such a hit.

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Jackie

Dined 2 days ago

This was exactly what we needed after a busy holiday! Quiet, cozy space, delicious food, and a tasty drink! We decided to make Cibo our monthly date night for 2025.

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Popular dish

Margherita

Across the Pond

4.9

4.9 (216)

$30 and under

Sushi

West Phoenix

About the restaurant

Currently offering dine-in service 5PM-12PM Tuesday-Sunday! Reservations are encouraged but not required.

We are an intimate sushi bar and cocktail room setting offering an eclectic sushi fare, craft cocktails, beer and wine, as well as a variety of local and adventitious sake at our picturesque central Phoenix location. Our menu is focused on traditional Japanese styling of sushi with an emphasis on nigiri, sashimi, and a variety of house specialties using hand selected fish with local and seasonal pairings. Here you will find a knowledgeable staff to guide you through our menu and multifaceted beverage options in order to create the perfect dining experience for you.

We look forward to serving you!

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BrittanyVIP

Dined 1 day ago

The service was impeccable, all the staff members were friendly, knowledgeable and made excellent suggestions. The menu is small but everything was delicious and super fresh. Definitely a unique sushi experience. Great date night place!

Blanco Cocina + Cantina – Peoria

4.8

4.8 (162)

$30 and under

Mexican

Deer Valley

About the restaurant

Blanco’s fresh twist on Sonoran style Mexican food is all you need to satisfy every craving in Peoria. Lounge long and drink on with tantalizing tequila flights, delectable tacos, burritos, enchiladas, and the best margaritas you will ever drink. Whether you’re hungry for something flavorful or thirsty for something fun, we’ve got everything you want at Blanco.Blanco’s fresh twist on Sonoran style Mexican food is all you need to satisfy every craving in Peoria. Lounge long and drink on with tantalizing tequila flights, delectable tacos, burritos, enchiladas, and the best margaritas you will ever drink. Whether you’re hungry for something flavorful or thirsty for something fun, we’ve got everything you want at Blanco.

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JennyVIP

Dined 6 days ago

Went for happy hours. Drinks and food are excellent. Great service. Especially enjoyed the nachos with carnitas and the bbq pork taco.

Different Pointe of View

4.8

4.8 (5021)

$50 and over

Contemporary American

North Central Phoenix

About the restaurant

Guests of this renowned, AAA Four-Diamond award-winning mountaintop restaurant are treated to a delectable fusion of American cuisine with Mediterranean influences. Complementing the flavorful menu is exceptional service and an unforgettable atmosphere. Experience this striking dining destination with floor-to-ceiling windows highlighting panoramic views of the Valley’s desert landscape, the city’s lights and Arizona’s breathtaking sunsets.For reservations please call (602) 866-6350.*Restaurant closed on Monday.

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Hannah

Dined 1 day ago

The view was absolutely amazing and far surpassed any expectations I had. Make sure to go right before sunset and try to get a table by the window.

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Aged Prime New York Strip

Popular dish

Lobster Bisque Soup GF

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Pan Seared Wilder Chilean Sea Bass

Huarachis Taqueria

5.0

5 (20)

$31 to $50

Mexican

West Phoenix

About the restaurant

Huarachis Taqueria is the vibrant sister restaurant of Bacanora PHX, founded by James Beard Award-winning Chef Rene Andrade and his talented team. This isn’t your typical taqueria—it’s a place where authentic flavors meet creative cocktails and a diverse menu featuring tacos, huaraches, tortas, and hearty platters. Here, you can even treat yourself to our fun twist on dessert with concha ice cream. Huarachis Taqueria is more than a restaurant; it’s a gathering spot for the community, designed to feel like you’re at a friend’s backyard hangout. With a soundtrack of cumbia, corridos, merengue, salsa, rap, and R&B, it’s the perfect place to unwind, savor great food, and enjoy good company.

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Claudia

Dined 1 day ago

Wonderful food and service! Loved the esthetic and unique touches. We can’t wait to come back!

Anhelo

4.9

4.9 (985)

$50 and over

Contemporary American

Old Town Scottsdale

About the restaurant

We believe a dinner over amazing food should be an experience that brings people together. The desire to produce lifelong memories over a meal comprised of locally sourced (when possible) seasonal ingredients coupled with an internationally recognized wine program rarely seen in the US - excites us. These delectable dishes that are meant to be shared with family and friends is the conduit for building fond memories. We long for our guests to feel welcomed and relaxed with a casual-elegance that shines long after the last forkful and interesting sips.

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Lori

Dined on Nov 22, 2024

Fine dining at it's best. The food is beyond compare. The service is the best ever. We had a delightful meal. Chef Ivan is a really nice guy and an incredible chef. His team is excellent l.

Wrigley Mansion - Geordie's

4.6

4.6 (1685)

$31 to $50

American

Biltmore

About the restaurant

Opulent 1930s ambiance, sophisticated menus and stunning views.

Step into the world of 1930s grandeur at Geordie’s Restaurant & Lounge. Led by Chef Nick Kennedy, enjoy enticing seasonal cuisine served in an elegant yet welcoming setting by our gracious staff. Recently refreshed and restored, Geordie’s grand dining rooms and unique Chef’s Table transport guests to a more refined era while delighting in the thoroughly modern fare. Indulge in an unforgettable dinner surrounded by breathtaking views. Along the way, you'll discover why Wine Spectator recognized us as one of America’s Top 100 Wine Restaurants, thanks to an outstanding wine program that includes more than 18,000 bottles.

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Ann MarieVIP

Dined 1 day ago

Wonderful dining experience! Beautiful restaurant, excellent staff, and delicious food!

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Experience

Thursday Night Jazz

Experience

Private Dining BRUNCH

Experience

Private Dining DINNER

Rough Rider

4.8

4.8 (1367)

$31 to $50

American

Downtown Phoenix

About the restaurant

Located in the thriving area of Phoenix's Roosevelt Row, Rough Rider offers a Modern American menu accompanied by unique cocktails inspired by recipes of the late 1800's. Venture down our private elevator and be transported back in time to a presidential lounge filled with delectable dishes and unforgettable libations fit for Teddy himself.
Enter the lobby through the glass doors located in the alley to the northeast and down the middle elevator to the basement.

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BobVIP

Dined 2 days ago

Carpaccio was bangin, so was the fried cauliflower and pasta. Can pass on the crab dip, just didn't do it for us. Great overall experience.

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4.8

4.8 (722)

$50 and over

Japanese

Central Phoenix

About the restaurant

At Pyro, our obsession goes beyond the flame. With each spark from our wood burning hearth, we ignite the energy that flows through the doors and into your senses. Our diverse menu walks a fine line between Japanese Izakaya and American Bistro, and our chefs prepare dishes using open flame, live-fire cooking that allows the enhanced natural flavors of the ingredients to shine through. A refined yet inviting atmosphere is paralleled with a lush exterior patio, just as an elevated dining experience is matched with an intentionally energetic cocktail bar where the vibe flows through each pour and each beat of music. Flame-licked steaks and intoxicating energy will leave you yearning for a taste of more at Pyro.

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Kelly

Dined 6 days ago

Fantastic place. Food quality, service and ambiance are a great combination of excellence.

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