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Rough Rider, Phoenix, AZ

Rough Rider

4.8
4.8
1350 Reviews
$31 to $50
American

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 28 times today
  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
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.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Contemporary American, Cocktail Bar
  • Hours of Operation
    Tue–Thu 3:00 pm–11:00 pm Fri, Sat 3:00 pm–12:00 am Sun 3:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (602) 675-0439
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Private party facilities
    Private Event accommodations available through our website at Roughrideraz.com
  • Neighbourhood
    Downtown Phoenix
  • Cross Street
    Central Ave & Roosevelt Ave.
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 1,350 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.6Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Phoenix / Arizona

    American

  • Phoenix

    Best Ambience

  • Phoenix

    American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Rough Rider offers a captivating speakeasy experience in Phoenix with "great food and drinks always." Guests rave about the "unique and delicious" cocktails, with highlights like the ribeye steak and fried cauliflower. The Teddy Roosevelt theme adds charm to the "cozy and unique" ambiance, making it perfect for special occasions.

1,350 Reviews
  1. Tracey

    Chicago

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 2
    Very Pricey and we did not enjoy our entrees the wine and starters crab and shrimp was good .

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  2. Caroline

    Charleston

    12 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful birthday dinner! I enjoyed it all and the service was top notch, thank you for making it special :)

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  3. ERIC

    Phoenix

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The atmosphere just has a really cool vibe, so that sets the tone for the rest of the experience. Their cocktail menu is very creative and you can tell that each drink is carefully created. The food has always been very good, with a full pallet of flavor and thoughtfully prepared. The menu is not overwhelming, it’s just right. Lastly, is the service. We were professionally taken care of, and our server knew the menu and the drinks inside and out, and she helped to create a wonderful evening.

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  4. Marijah

    Phoenix

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food and service is amazing! Awesome vintage place!

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  5. John

    Phoenix

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I (John's wife) went in, not sure about the menu. I decided to change up my usual drink and got the Devine Feminine. EXCELLENT choice!! Then for dinner, we shared the potatoes and artichokes, very good, and I had the fish. It was ocean trout, which I'd never heard of, and it's similar to salmon, Again, excellent choice! My husband got the duck breast and was very happy with it. For dessert, we shared the S'mores Cake, yummy!! The ambiance of the place was wonderful. Loved our evening there!

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  6. Kristen

    Liverpool

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 24, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    THE WHOLE BAR CREW, Brandon, Bailey, Brad and Cisco made my boyfriend’s birthday so special! we can’t thank you all enough for everything you did. It was a wonderful evening! We even had the chance to meet Olivia. She was a bright light.

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  7. Tia

    Phoenix

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 24, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    The restaurant was a cool design and concept. The drinks were strong. The food was good, but not really worth the price tag. I didn't like where we were sat (by the kitchen door and hostess station). The service was alright, wasn't bad, but wasn't great. The noise volume was moderate, and it did get loud at times. Still, it was tolerable. Overall it was a good experience.

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  8. Azul

    Phoenix

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 22, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Good place to grab drinks servers are helpful. Good vibe

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  9. Roman

    Phoenix

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 20, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Second visit and this place did not disappoint. The food was amazing - the ribeye and the wagyu carpaccio were incredible. I absolutely love the rustic-luxurious feel. Plus the historic touch makes for an excellent vibe for an upscale audience.

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  10. Cynthia

    New York City

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 20, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was a great experience and great service. Amazing food and ambiance. I would highly recommend it.

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FAQs

Rough Rider is rated 4.8 stars by 1350 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 28 times today
Google Map for Rough Rider

1001 N Central Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85004-1935

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Central Ave & Roosevelt Ave.
  • Neighbourhood
    Downtown Phoenix
  • Hours of Operation
    Tue–Thu 3:00 pm–11:00 pm Fri, Sat 3:00 pm–12:00 am Sun 3:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Contemporary American, Cocktail Bar
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (602) 675-0439
  • Private party facilities
    Private Event accommodations available through our website at Roughrideraz.com
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