Kembara

4.5

206 Reviews

$30 and under

Asian

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2 people

Nov 24, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 20 times today

Experiences are available.

Good for special occasions
Innovative
Lively

Kembara is the latest project from Chef Angelo Sosa that embraces Asian street food cultures, exemplifying the tradition of cherishing time-honored recipes, while also playfully innovating upon familiar flavors and techniques for fresh takes.

The menu is an homage to Chef Sosa’s travels across Asia, with inspiration drawn from countries including Thailand, Vietnam, Malaysia, Cambodia, China, Singapore and Japan.

Each dish is constructed around Chef Sosa’s concept of a “trinity of flavors”—a balance between sweet, sour and salty elements that culminate in a perfect bite of harmony.

Located inside of the JW Marriott Phoenix Desert Ridge Resort & Spa

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Asian, Cantonese, Southeast Asian
Hours of operation
Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(480) 293-5000
Website
http://www.kembaradesertridge.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Resort Casual
Executive chef
Angelo Sosa
Private party facilities
Private Dining Room Available. Please inquire for details.

Location
5350 E Marriott Dr, Phoenix, AZ 85054
Neighborhood
Desert Ridge
Cross street
Tatum Blvd and Deer Valley Rd
Parking details
Hotel Parking
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

Chef Angelo Sosa x Chef Deuki Hong
$129.00 per person
Prepaid
Dec 13, 2024 only
6:00 PM
Join Chef Angelo Sosa and his long-time mentee, acclaimed Chef Deuki Hong of San Francisco’s Sunday Hospitality on Friday, December 13 for the second dinner in A Taste of Mentorship, Presented by Kembara and S.Pellegrino®. Enjoy an Asian-inspired family-style dinner menu in collaboration from both chefs, also inspired by Chef Deuki's latest cookbook, Koreaworld. The event will also include a moderated discussion about the two chefs' long-standing relationship over the years, and signed copies of Koreaworld will be available for purchase.

Offers

JW Marriott Desert Ridge Thanksgiving Grand Brunch
Nov 28, 2024 only
Tue - Sat - 5:00 PM - 8:45 PM
This experience will feature traditional harvest favorites plus a bountiful tour through the unique dishes of Tia Carmen and Kembara by celebrity chef Angelo Sosa. Seating will be offered in both Kembara and Tia Carmen restaurants. Your selection for indoor or outdoor seating requests are pre-assigned during the initial reservation. The Grand Mercado will be served on the patio between both restaurants. Booking through the Tía Carmen - Phoenix profile page, or use this link: https://www.opentable.com/booking/experiences-availability?rid=1232716&restref=1232716&experienceId=350369&utm_source=external&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=shared
Sips & Bites $9 and less
Multiple dates available
Tue - Sat - 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Unwind at Kembara Bar with our Dim Sum Happy Hour! From 4pm to 5pm, savor delicious drinks and Asian-inspired bites, all for $9 or less!

What 206 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.5

4.5 based on recent ratings

4.5Food
4.5Service
4.5Ambience
4.1Value

Noise • Moderate

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Phoenix / Arizona
Innovative
Phoenix
Innovative

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Kembara offers an exceptional dining experience with "fantastic food" and "great drinks." The unique flavors and spices are a highlight, and the Thai Tuna Salad is "unlike any dish we have had anywhere in town." Enjoy attentive service from knowledgeable staff in a vibrant atmosphere, perfect for adventurous food lovers.

206 Reviews

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Kelly
San Francisco
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
While service was good- the pace of the meal was way too fast - we wanted an enjoyable 90 min but were done in 45.
KembaraResponded 3 days ago
Dear Kelly, We are glad your dining experience was pleasant and appreciate your high rating. Thank you for sharing your feedback so that we can continue to improve and deliver the best guest experience possible. It is through communication like yours that we continue to enhance our service. It was a pleasure serving you at Kembara, and we hope to see you again soon. Christopher Biguet Restaurant General Manager
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Diana
Los Angeles
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 16, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
A must-do; food is excellent; high quality, quick to the table and delicious. Service is excellent and super ambiance. Eclectic menu with a variety of voices and a good selection of vegan options. Will definitely visit again!!!!
KembaraResponded 7 days ago
Dear Diana, Thank you for taking the time to let us know how much you enjoyed dining with us. We are pleased our combination of inspired service with fresh, homemade, local flavor made for a memorable experience. We look forward to serving you again at Kembara. Christopher Biguet Restaurant General Manager
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Lori
Hawaii
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on November 10, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Food and service are always on point. There is not a huge selection of food choices, but everything on the menu is priced well for the quality, and YUMMY!
KembaraResponded on November 11, 2024
Dear Lori, Thank you for the stellar review! It is always exciting to hear from our guests, and we are delighted you enjoyed the combination of our inspired service with culinary excellence creating the perfect dining experience. It was our pleasure serving you at Kembara, and we hope to see you again soon. Christopher Biguet Restaurant General Manager
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L
San Antonio
14 reviews
4.0
14 reviews
Dined on November 9, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
We are guests at the resort and this was our second choice restaurant as the first choice was closed. We are so glad the first choice was closed. The food was spectacular. We weren’t prepared for Napa cabbage to taste that good. And the lobster was amazing as well.
KembaraResponded on November 11, 2024
Dear Guest, Thank you for the generous review of Kembara located in the JW Marriott Phoenix Desert Ridge Resort & Spa. We are so pleased we could be a memorable part of your stay while a guest at the hotel. We appreciate you mentioning how much you enjoyed our epicurean delights, and we look forward to seeing you every time you visit the area. Christopher Biguet Restaurant General Manager
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DAVID
New York City
17 reviews
5.0
17 reviews
Dined on November 9, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Ate on the patio and enjoyed our evening even though it was chilly but the heaters helped
KembaraResponded on November 13, 2024
Dear David, We are devoted to creating a memorable dining experience with our fresh food and enjoyable atmosphere, and we are happy to read that you loved your visit. Thank you for dining with us at Kembara, and we look forward to welcoming you back soon. Christopher Biguet Restaurant General Manager
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Ann
Phoenix
7 reviews
vip
4.0
7 reviews
Dined on November 8, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
Wait staff was initially good, but then took quite a long time to get coffee, tea, dessert at the end of the meal. The food is totally amazing!
KembaraResponded on November 11, 2024
Dear Ann, Thank you for taking the time to let us know how much you enjoyed dining with us. We are pleased our combination of inspired service with fresh, homemade, local flavor made for a memorable experience. We value your honest feedback and look forward to serving you again at Kembara. Christopher Biguet Restaurant General Manager
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Alexis
Seattle
10 reviews
vip
4.0
10 reviews
Dined on November 8, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
The food here is great, with authentic spice and top-quality ingredients! Clayton and Chef Penny provide outstanding service. If you're in the area and eager to explore more authentic Southeast Asian cuisine, this place is a must-visit. Truly top-notch!
KembaraResponded on November 10, 2024
Dear Alexis, Thank you for the wonderful review of Kembara! We are devoted to creating a memorable dining experience with our delectable food and attentive service, and we are happy to read that you loved your visit. Thank you again for dining with us, and we look forward to welcoming you back soon. Christopher Biguet Restaurant General Manager
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Elaine
Phoenix
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on November 3, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Other than one dish we tried that we were not impressed with, the food and drink items we ordered were delicious. Servioe was otherwise good, but the wait for our drinks was almost a half hour. Very nice space, but a bit noisy when most tables are occupied. Overall we liked it a lot and would definitely go back.
KembaraResponded on November 14, 2024
Dear Elaine, We are pleased your overall dining experience was pleasant and that you enjoyed many aspects of our place. However, we always aspire to exceed our guests' expectations; therefore, we are sorry for the wait time and food concerns you experienced. We will share your comments with appropriate individuals to enhance our guest experience. Thank you for dining at Kembara, and we are pleased to know you will return soon! Christopher Biguet Restaurant General Manager
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Monica
San Antonio
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 3, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Megan was Outstanding! Wine glasses, coffee and service . She’s the best !
KembaraResponded on November 4, 2024
Dear Monica, Thank you for the kind review. We are pleased that you had an outstanding experience with us and that our staff took excellent care of you. Our team works incredibly hard, and we will enjoy sharing your comments with Megan. Thank you once more, and we all look forward to seeing you again at JW Marriott Phoenix Desert Ridge Resort & Spa. Best Regards, Theresa Campici Guest Experience Specialist
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Steven and Linda
Poconos
15 reviews
vip
5.0
15 reviews
Dined on November 3, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
We always have an excellent meal at Kembara We have returned numerous times
KembaraResponded on November 4, 2024
Dear Steven and Linda, We appreciate you taking the time to post such a wonderful review! We are pleased knowing you have dined at Kembara on several occasions and you had an excellent experience each time. We hope you will come back often to enjoy more of our hospitality and wonderful creations by our chef. Christopher Biguet Restaurant General Manager
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FAQs

Kembara is rated 4.5 stars by 206 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Nov 24, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 20 times today

Experiences are available.

5350 E Marriott Dr, Phoenix, AZ 85054

Additional information

Cross street
Tatum Blvd and Deer Valley Rd
Neighborhood
Desert Ridge
Hours of operation
Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Asian, Cantonese, Southeast Asian
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Resort Casual
Parking details
Hotel Parking
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Angelo Sosa
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.kembaradesertridge.com/
Phone number
(480) 293-5000
Private party facilities
Private Dining Room Available. Please inquire for details.

Kembara

Make a reservation

Additional information

Experiences

Chef Angelo Sosa x Chef Deuki Hong

Offers

JW Marriott Desert Ridge Thanksgiving Grand Brunch

Sips & Bites $9 and less

Menu

What 206 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Review summary

FAQs

How is Kembara restaurant rated?

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Make a reservation

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