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- CChristinaSan Francisco Bay Area •3 reviews5.0Dined 4 days agoIt was a great experience! It was our friends first time and they absolutely loved it!More infoPOMO Pizzeria Napoletana - Downtown PhoenixPrice: Moderate• Pizzeria• Downtown Phoenix•4.7
- SShikirahAtlanta Metro •1 review5.0Dined 4 days agoWe had a lovely time at Miel de Agave! The ambiance was wonderful and the lighting was perfect. I ordered the ‘Me Quiero…” cocktail and not only was it tasty, but the presentation was beautiful with the rose petals and dry ice giving it extra oomph. For an appetizer we had the pork chicarrones and they were sooo good! The shrimp ceviche was the only miss—it was very mild-flavored and lacked lime and onion like most ceviches…it merely tasted like shrimp in Clamato. My entree was the Birria Torta with consomé and it was delicious—the pickled onions took it over the top. My boyfriend had the pasta with the bacon-wrapped shrimp and it was exquisite. We both agree that when we come back to Phoenix we have to visit again! A true gem!More infoMiel de AgavePrice: Expensive• Mexican / Regional American (Southwestern)• Downtown Phoenix•4.4
- AAimeeVIPSouth Dakota •6 reviews5.0Dined 6 days agoOverall, great experience! We started with oysters which were amazing. For dinner, two of us shared the trout, white beans & pork chop. The pork was out out of this world great. We would go back just for that. The trout was way over sauced with took away from the fish. The white beans were just ok. My boyfriend loved the seasonal salad which he said he would get again. Our server was great & helped us navigate the menu. The restaurant had great ambience but bring a sweater. It was cold. Overall, an enjoyable evening!More infoRough RiderPrice: Expensive• American• Downtown Phoenix•4.8
- WWhitneyNew York City •1 review5.0Dined 7 days agoGreat happy hour menu. Everything was delish but the sushi was my favorite. Blood orange margaritas were so yummy. I will bd back!More infoPalmaPrice: Moderate• Asian• Downtown Phoenix•4.5
- NNancyPhoenix / Arizona •1 review5.0Dined on Dec 25, 2024Everything was great. I didn't realize there was an 18% service charge because it was Christmas; I didn't recall seeing anything in Open Table when I booked the reservation. The folks at the table next to me weren't aware of the 18% service charge either. That didn't include gratuity (tip for the server)! Add that to over 20% tip and it's 40% added to the price of the dinner, which adds a lot. Makes for a surprise amount when you weren't aware!!More infoCarcaraPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Downtown Phoenix•4.5
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Historically known for cowboy steaks cooked chuck-wagon style, Phoenix will not disappoint when it comes to steakhouses. From high-end to eclectic to family-style, you will find a restaurant that fits your tastes. If you’re looking for something more ethnic, Mexican-influenced fare is in abundance. You can find authentic Mexican dishes like empanadas and tacos or more Americanized fare like burritos and enchiladas. If these don’t strike your fancy, Phoenix’s restaurant diversity offers plentiful American, seafood, French, sushi, Thai, and Italian restaurants. If you see fry bread on the menu, give it a try! Fry bread is a deep-fried, chewy dough sometimes eaten sweet with sugar and honey, or it may be the base for Mexican-style toppings and authentic chili sauce.
Frequently asked questions
Healthy restaurants located in Downtown Phoenix include Wren & Wolf, Ocotillo and Rough Rider
Restaurants with gluten-free options in Downtown Phoenix are Ocotillo, Cibo and Blanco Cocina + Cantina - Downtown Phoenix
Bottomless brunch in Downtown Phoenix is available at Wren & Wolf, Carcara and Ocotillo
The most romantic restaurant in Downtown Phoenix is Wren & Wolf
Restaurants in Downtown Phoenix with a great view include Floor 13 Rooftop Bar, The Arrogant Butcher and Eden Rooftop Bar
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