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1. Ocean Prime - Phoenix
4.7
Exceptional(3684)
Price: Very Expensive
• Seafood • North Scottsdale
Booked 24 times today
Ocean Prime in Phoenix is a gem of a restaurant known for its impressive seafood and steak menu, fine dining atmosphere, and exceptional service. Reviews consistently praise the fresh seafood, quality service, and warm ambiance. One reviewer even declared it their 'new favorite restaurant.' With its stunning setting and attentive staff, Ocean Prime is the ideal place to socialize or celebrate.
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2. The Keg Steakhouse + Bar - Desert Ridge
4.7
Exceptional(6152)
Price: Expensive
• Steakhouse • Desert Ridge
Booked 55 times today
The Keg Steakhouse + Bar serves the finest cuts of succulent steak, aged for tenderness and grilled to perfection. Prime Rib is a Keg specialty, slow roasted, hand carved and perfectly seasoned with special Keg spices. The restaurant also serves delicious seafood, memorable appetizers, crisp salads and decadent desserts. A casual ambiance and friendly, very knowledgeable staff are proud and reliable trademarks of The Keg Steakhouse + Bar. You'll find a truly comfortable and satisfying dining atmosphere accompanied by a fun and up-scale bar setting where guests can enjoy an excellent wine list, signature Keg martinis, and refreshing cocktails. Takeout From The KegIf you'd rather enjoy around your own table, you can also place an order for takeout online and pickup curbside. Visit our website, or copy and paste this link: www.kegsteakhouse.com/en/takeout.
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3. The Italian Daughter
4.8
Exceptional(3272)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • North Scottsdale
Booked 45 times today
Daughter of iconic chef Tomaso Maggiore, Melissa Maggiore showcases her own spin on her family's classic Italian dishes. A scratch menu with a focus on handcrafted pasta, stone fired pizzas, seafood, veal dishes, and more. With Live Music in the lounge nightly combined with Italian craft cocktails, this neighborhood gem is the place to be. Our signature boards are perfect for over-the-top, family-style dining. Whether date night, girls night, business lunch or family night, The Italian Daughter has something for everyone.
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4. Marino's Italian Kitchen and Bar
4.5
Awesome(173)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Desert Ridge
Booked 13 times today
Marino’s Italian Kitchen and Bar offers a delightful fusion of Italian comfort food with a modern twist. Our restaurant strikes a perfect balance between rustic charm and contemporary style, creating a warm and inviting ambiance. We take traditional Italian dishes and infuse them with fresh, locally sourced ingredients. To complement the cuisine, our skilled mixologists create craft cocktails that harmonize Italian-inspired flavors with a twist. Our commitment to hospitality ensures that every guest feels like family. Join us at Marino’s where we capture the heart of Italian cooking which isn’t fussy but focused and playful.
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5. The Mission - Kierland Commons
4.6
Exceptional(3050)
Price: Expensive
• Latin American • Scottsdale Quarter/Kierland Commons
Booked 57 times today
North Scottsdale’s heart beats to a Latin drum at The Mission at Kierland Commons where renowned Chef Matt Carter (Zinc Bistro and Fat Ox) brings a modern twist to Latin cuisine blending influences from Spain, Mexico, Central America, and South America. Sip a signature margarita with unique flavors such as cucumber jalepeno or aguacate (yes, we said avocado) as you watch your Tableside Guacamole made to your taste from more than a dozen fresh ingredients. Home made tortillas, sauces, and salsas are made fresh daily to accompany an assortment of meats and seafood prepared on a Plancha or a grill using pecan and mesquite wood that instills a rich flavor. Plus save room for dessert including our pumpkin bread pudding or espresso churros.
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6. North Italia – Kierland Commons
4.6
Exceptional(4938)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Scottsdale Quarter/Kierland Commons
Booked 67 times today
At North, we focus on what we do best: Italian from scratch. Enjoy any of our handmade pastas and pizzas, created with seasonal ingredients and inventive flavors. Or, try a different signature dish, prepared with our fresh flavors from the garden, farm, and sea. We’ve hand crafted seasonal cocktails that pair great with our food, creating a real modern Italia experiences perfect for any occasion.
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7. BackYard - Desert Ridge
3.8
Excellent(53)
Price: Expensive
• American • Desert Ridge
Booked 10 times today
Now Open at Desert Ridge Marketplace!Meet your friends at Backyard, where the game is always on! Park it in front of one of our massive TVs or challenge your friends to a game of your own in our open-air playground. Dog-friendly (dog park opening soon!) and fun-driven, Backyard is comfortably familiar, while keeping things exciting on a daily basis! So grab your furry (and non-furry) friends and swing on in for a good time.
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8. Preston's Steakhouse
4.8
Exceptional(5254)
Price: Expensive
• Steakhouse • North Scottsdale
Booked 51 times today
At Preston’s Steakhouse the hallmarks of family heritage are exemplified by a new generation. Chef Charles Schwerd pairs the proud legacy of his grandfather, father and uncle with his own celebrated culinary background to ensure that every aspect of your dining experience is unforgettable and unparalleled. Preston's Steakhouse is locally owned and 100% family owned restaurant. Our menus offer an enticing combination of traditional steakhouse classics and innovative surprises. Premium cuts of "All Natural" meat carefully selected and aged to perfection, fresh seafood served mercury-free, and locally sourced ingredients are the foundation of a rich and flavorful menu sure to delight the most sophisticated palate.Visit our website for details on Menus, Happy Hour, Piano Lounge and Private Dining.
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9. Zinc Bistro
4.8
Exceptional(5418)
Price: Expensive
• French • Scottsdale Quarter/Kierland Commons
Booked 88 times today
A New York Style Parisian Bistro. A 4000 sq, foot restaurant that is designed with contemporary sensibilities, yet returns the nostalgic ambiance of an authentic Parisian bistro. Round marble bistro tables and wicker chairs spill out onto the sidewalk, offering a kind of people watching one might indulge in, along Boulevard Saint-Germain. Zinc Bistro also offer a romantic garden patio secluded deep in the restaurant, lit by candles during the evening, creating an unforgettable ambiance, or a relaxing atmosphere near our fountain in the afternoon. The oyster bar stands at the end of the 25 foot zinc bar, serving fruit de mer platters, as well as all of the accoutrements. We bring in shellfish daily, offering the freshest oysters, clams, mussels, and lobster in the desert.
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10. The Greene House - Kierland Commons
4.8
Exceptional(4823)
Price: Moderate
• American • Scottsdale Quarter/Kierland Commons
Booked 72 times today
The Greene House is full of quaint style and charm including the look and feel to the California inspired menu. Take a break from shopping in Kierland Commons to enjoy seasonal dishes that are fresh yet refined like Roasted Sea Bass and Atlantic Salmon. Complement the fresh flavors of your meal with a signature cocktail, a glass of an exclusive Wine Country vineyard selection, or a cold beer from our carefully curated beer list. Join us in our cozy bungalow or on our outdoor patio and relax with every long sip and delicious bite.

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  • Beth
    Phoenix / Arizona •3 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    The best of the three meals we had was the sea bass. It was melt in your mouth and flavor was amazing. The combination of vegetables and herbs was interesting and made the experience. And presentation was also well done. The bolognese pasta was also very flavorful and my friend enjoyed it a great deal. I had the Caesar salad, which was very good. The pesto tortellini left me looking for a different dish. It promised more flavor than it delivered. But the pasta was cooked well and serving generous. I did wish I’d gotten the sea bass or fettuccini. The lemon cake was light like a mousse, teased with the flavor, and excellent. We all loved it. Our server, Marie, was excellent. Attentive without being overly so, and somewhat helpful with the menu. Just wish she’d been more outright about the pesto. It provided a lovely setting for friends celebrating one birthday as well as Christmas. It
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    Marino's Italian Kitchen and BarPrice: Moderate• Italian• Desert Ridge
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    4.5
  • TJVIP
    Phoenix / Arizona •55 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    Always a wonderful experience - great food and outstanding service. Thanks so much to the entire team!!!
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    The Mission - Kierland CommonsPrice: Expensive• Latin American• Scottsdale Quarter/Kierland Commons
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    4.6
  • LaurieVIP
    Phoenix / Arizona •18 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    So fabulous every time. The lobster linguine was amazing!
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    Ocean Prime - PhoenixPrice: Very Expensive• Seafood• North Scottsdale
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    4.7
  • NorsemanVIP
    Phoenix / Arizona •68 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    We ate in the lounge and our server Crystal was wonderful. She is so nice and engaging, made things very enjoyable. My appetizer was the Involti eggplant and it was so good. My wife had a Greek salad and really liked it. She ordered the Carni pizza, it was delicious. I had the Halibut puttanesca and requested the sweet corn risotto which they fixed for me. It was fabulous and I would definitely get it again The gentleman playing music in the lounge was very good and engaged the crowd, we had some good laughs.
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    The Italian DaughterPrice: Moderate• Italian• North Scottsdale
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    4.8
  • MarkVIP
    Washington, D.C. Area •7 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 7 days ago
    Awesome service! Angelique did a fantastic job. Spotless glasses, silverware and plates. Restrooms extremely clean. Great ambiance. Food selection great and delicious. Our permanent dinner spot before shows at the MIM!
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    The Keg Steakhouse + Bar - Desert RidgePrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• Desert Ridge
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    4.7

Discover best neighborhood gem restaurants in Desert Ridge

Discover the hidden culinary treasures of Phoenix's Desert Ridge area with our curated list of neighborhood gems. These select establishments are renowned for their unique charm and exceptional dining experiences, making them true standouts in the local food scene. Each restaurant offers a delightful atmosphere, coupling intimate settings with distinctive menus that showcase creative twists on traditional cuisines. Whether you're seeking a cozy spot for a romantic dinner or a quaint venue for a special occasion, Desert Ridge's neighborhood gems provide the perfect backdrop. The dining scene in Desert Ridge, Phoenix, is vibrant and diverse, reflecting the dynamic and eclectic tastes of its community. Patrons can expect not only top-notch service but also a culinary journey that highlights both innovation and tradition. These restaurants, celebrated for their quality and ambiance, promise an unforgettable dining experience, solidifying Desert Ridge as a must-visit destination for food lovers in Phoenix / Arizona.

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