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Diners' Choice: American restaurants in Phoenix

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Updated December 05, 2024

Looking for restaurants with the best overall American cuisine in Phoenix? You’re in the right place. Each month OpenTable analyzes more than 400,000 new diner reviews. We sort the results by category to help you discover new favorites. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!


A photo of Tarbell’s Tavern restaurant
4.9
4.9 (410)
$31 to $50
American
Biltmore
About the restaurant
Comfortably located next to Tarbell's, The Wine Bar (Tavern) follows in its footsteps with good food, good drink, and good people. Iron Chef winner Mark Tarbell helms this new-american venture, serving both quality interpretations of classic dishes and daring new ventures into the uncharted territories of bar food. Connected with Mark's third venue, The Wine Store, The Wine Bar has the unique addition of a "Walk In Wine List", where retail wines can be selected from the store and enjoyed at the Wine Bar with your meal.
Top review
nicholas
Dined 2 days ago
Our server and all staff were wonderful! Food was great, highly recommend the coconut cream pie for dessert. Love this place, hope I get to come back soon!
A photo of Beckett's Table restaurant
4.8
4.8 (3609)
$31 to $50
American
Central Phoenix
About the restaurant
Beckett's Table is an irresistible hangout for Arcadia/Biltmore neighbors by Chef Justin Beckett for people who expect comfort and sophistication in equal measure and get it here,

The menu, which emphasizes Seasonal American Cooking in dishes such as our Original Four Cheese Grilled Cheese with roasted Tomato soup, the Pork Osso Buco Confit , Herb-Rubbed Roasted Half Chicken, or Fork Tender Short Ribs. Our house-made desserts of creme brulee, award winning Fig & Pecan Pie with citrus cheese ice cream, and the delectable Chocolate-Dipped Bacon S'mores.

For over a decade, our international Wine Spectator Award winning wine list has been serving carefully curated selections from all over the globe, as well as wines close to home in Arizona. Factor in the inviting bar highlighting hand-crafted cocktails, bourbons and scotches, the roomy and lush garden patio and our busy guest-filled black walnut community table...it's easy to embrace the Beckett's Table mantra: Come Together.

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ScottVIP
Dined 6 days ago
Every time we are in the east valley we go here. Always very good food and service.
A photo of Tarbell's restaurant
4.8
4.8 (2268)
$31 to $50
American
Biltmore
About the restaurant
Chef Mark Tarbell immediately elevated fine dining in Phoenix when he opened his "Neighborhood Restaurant for the Nation", Tarbell's. Chef Mark firmly believes that the Tarbell's staff are the stars. Hundreds of accolades later, the Tarbell's team continues to serve relevant, curated, Farm to Table, inspirational dishes and classic comfort food in the elegant, art-filled space. Chef brings his passion, curiosity and deep knowledge to the menu and award winning wine list. His mission - you'll feel warm, welcomed, your soul nourished and a night to remember.

Mark has won five Emmy Award’s as the host of AZ PBS’s “Plate and Pour” and “Check, Please! Arizona” and is a two time inductee into The Arizona Hall of Culinary Fame as Outstanding Chef and Media Master. Mark's adventures include Tarbell’s Restaurant, Wine Bar (Tavern), The Wine Store, Tarbell’s Catering, Tarbell’s The Goods at Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport Terminal 4, The Tavern at Terminal 3 and The Bond- Cultivate and The Vault.

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AngusVIP
Dined 5 days ago
We sat at the beautiful curved bar and were “taken care” of by our bartendress. She guided us through the menu and our meals were a broad selection from the offerings and were OUTSTANDING. Shishito peppers, calamari, hamachi, George’s Bank Scallops and the Risotto and Wagyu Beef tips…a delicious and memorable dining experience! Thank you! Angus
A photo of Rough Rider restaurant
4.8
4.8 (1359)
$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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Sam
Dined 2 days ago
Always come here when in PHX and it never disappoints!! Great food and service every time!!
A photo of Doughbird - North Central restaurant
4.8
4.8 (148)
$30 and under
American
West Phoenix
About the restaurant
Nothing else can quite satisfy cravings for comfort food quite like the offbeat combination of house-made pizza and tender, juicy rotisserie chicken. Sip on inventive craft cocktails with fresh juices and homemade ingredients alongside local beers and a menu of wines to pair with every delicious bite. Our dishes are sure to indulge the most flavorful of appetites. Come in and find your flavor!
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Russell
Dined 4 days ago
Moderate noise level was only because we chose to sit outside, but it’s not loud. Inside was much less, even though very busy already…overall great restaurant. Had never been. My wife actually said the salad / meal (salmon, kale, etc) might be the best salad she’d ever had,which is a rare thing to hear. And to top it off, they seem like nice people…;)
A photo of Phoenix City Grille restaurant
4.9
4.9 (2439)
$30 and under
American
North Central Phoenix
About the restaurant
Phoenix City Grille is a central Phoenix institution, having opened in 1997. Nestled in the heart of the Madison neighborhood at 16th street and Bethany Home Road, Phoenix City Grille was built in the style of the old town tavern. It's a comfortable place for meeting friends where you can count on delicious food at reasonable prices.

Whether gathering with friends for happy hour, meeting clients for a business lunch, treating your special someone to a romantic dinner, or entertaining any sized group in our private dining room, Phoenix City Grille is a great destination.
Find out why people from all over the valley visit this cozy neighborhood spot.

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Victor
Dined 5 days ago
Diverse, interesting menu. Enjoyed crispy eggplant sandwich, grilled salmon. (side potatoes too salty, cold carrots) Excellent service. Comfortable booth, decor.
A photo of The Henry - Phoenix restaurant
4.8
4.8 (6514)
$30 and under
American
Central Phoenix
About the restaurant
Welcome to the greatest neighborhood restaurant, a place where you can always count on a warm welcome from baristas, servers and bartenders who know your order by heart. A fusion of industrial and classical influences, our open dining spaces are bursting with charm and energy. Come and go with ease for your morning coffee, enjoy lunch with a colleague, gather the family together for dinner, or treat yourself to a post-work drink at the bar. For craveable eats and downright delicious cocktails, look no further than a place where you'll always be among friends, a place that feels like home: The Henry.

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DavidVIP
Dined 3 days ago
Always great. Perfect place for any type of lunch or dinner!
A photo of Rokerij restaurant
4.7
4.7 (1218)
$30 and under
American
North Central Phoenix
About the restaurant
Grilled steaks and chops cooked over pecan wood fires, fresh fish, daily blackboard specials, small plate appetizers and an extensive wine by the glass selection. Dimly lit with eclectic music, sit at the upstairs bar and watch your food being prepared, dine in our over-sized booths or make your way downstairs and hang at the cellar bar. The Rokerij is truly a feast for your senses. Reservations are for parties of four or more.
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JillVIP
Dined 2 days ago
We love the Rokerij. It's one of our favorite neighborhood spots. Everything was wonderful.
A photo of Seasons 52 - Phoenix restaurant
4.8
4.8 (5928)
$31 to $50
American
Biltmore
About the restaurant
Seasons 52 is a Fresh Grill and Wine Bar offering a seasonal menu that is naturally lighter and always flavorful. Our seasonal menus feature ingredients at their peak of freshness, oak-fire grilled or brick oven roasted (without a fryer in sight) to be naturally lighter and more flavorful. We also offer an extensive list of wines by the glass and bottle. Here, you'll always feel free to enjoy every bite, every sip, every moment. Lunch and dinner daily with happy hour Monday-Thursday from 3-6PM.
Top review
Jack A.VIP
Dined 5 days ago
Great food and really excellent service today! We loved the restaurant and the experience.
A photo of The Neighborly restaurant
4.7
4.7 (719)
$30 and under
American
Central Phoenix
About the restaurant
The Uptown go-to (or to-go, if that's your fancy). Brimming with quality seafood, pristine cuts of meat, and fresh vegetables done just right, The Neighborly is the elevated neighborhood spot you've been looking for. Slide into a rich, tufted leather booth, or grab a seat at our bustling bar, either way the drinks are cold and the food just right.

We are now open for Brunch on Saturdays & Sundays from 9:30am-2pm!

Top review
ClaireVIP
Dined 5 days ago
One of my favorite places in Central Phoenix! Always a go to place and feels like home ❤️!
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