I wandered in here on a Thursday night after a blissful night of rollerskating! The girls here are…read moreso awesome and friendly! The vibrations are high! I had the fish and chips and they were mouthwateringly scrumptious!! I could eat this everyday! Anyway back to the service!! 5 stars!!! The girls had me laughing!! I wish I lived closer so I could experience this more frequently. They made me feel so welcome and this was just what I needed after a hard week.

Came back for another volleyball tournament and had been thinking about their sidewinder fries all…read moreyear long as well as their pretzel and sausage. Well, they had the fries which were still fabulous but they had an event menu with a fraction of the items on it. I ordered the Greek chicken wrap and the pita was awkwardly shaped for the size. It tasted okay, nothing mind blowing just hard to eat. The service was friendly. My friend enjoyed the beer. We sat inside which was air conditioned. The high top chairs were uncomfortable.

We really like the Desmond, especially for the pizza. If was pretty empty on a Sunday afternoon,…read morebut it can get packed on a Saturday night. It's a really cute little spot in downtown Phoenix with a full bar and a counter that looks put into the street with window that open in comfy weather. There are some great photo murals and a fantastic order room ceiling We ordered a Wasabi Caesar Salad and a pepperoni pizza to share. Neither of us really tasted the wasabi, but agreed if was a good Caesar. The pizza was sooooo good. They really pack on the pepperoni, and the crust is phenomenal. In fact, it's the reason I like the Desmond so much--that pizza crust! I was passing the guy making pizzas, and stopped to watch him tossing the crust. He was so nice and friendly and kind enough to tell me about pizza tossing. He made it look so easy and fun. What a fantastic young man! He made my visit to the Desmond even better! There is so much to like at The Desmond, and I'm sure we will keep coming back.

I wouldn't go here if you're short on time. I went with a friend a couple of days ago and after…read morebeing seated, we had to wait a while for someone on staff to come over and take our food order. We each ordered a pizza but they took almost 45 minutes to arrive, my friend had a simple pepperoni while I had the truffle. The pizzas were ok but at $21 each they weren't worth the wait. When the bill was brought to our table I asked for it to be split by person since my friend an I were paying separately but the staff member split the bill in half so I ended up having to partially pay for my friend's drinks (they ordered something while we were waiting for the pizzas). It's not a big deal but the staff member was like "ok sure" and promptly ignored my request. There was also a 3% credit card surcharge so that was kind of annoying. I left a small tip but that was being generous. I wanted to go to the pub mextdoor but my friend convinced me that we should go here instead. I won't be making a return visit.

Breakfast only As…read morewe were staying at the Westin hotel, we popped in for breakfast two days in the row. The menu offers healthy and unhealthy foods. Plus some unique coffee drinks that are about nine dollars each! On day one I had a friatta and an egg sandwich for my guest. On day two we tried something different: we had chorizo burrito that was packed with meet. We also had the eggs Benedict that batch chilled on and a spicy Hollandaise sauce. Both days we were pleased with our breakfast. Breakfast entrees range from about 18-22 dollars. On day two, Alex step into help our waitress. I think Alex needs to be promoted as he was very attentive and friendly! I appreciate the kind smile and great work ethic! The restaurant is a good size. Ample seating inside plus a large patio outside good for cooler days. Plus a bar that you can curl up to. The space provides a relaxed environment.

Visited here last night and had such a great experience!! The patio is absolutely beautiful and has…read morea really nice atmosphere, although it was a little too hot to sit outside when we went. The inside was still cozy and inviting, and there was only a bit of a wait for a table since we did not have a reservation. We decided to sit at the bar instead, which ended up being a great choice. Everything we ordered was delicious, and I especially loved the Three Sisters Bowl. It was so flavorful, fresh, and filling, with a really nice combination of ingredients. The menu had plenty of creative options, and everything coming out of the kitchen looked amazing. The bar area was also a fun place to sit, and the service was friendly and attentive throughout our visit. This is definitely a popular spot, especially on a busy night in Phoenix, so I would recommend making a reservation ahead of time if you want to sit at a table or enjoy the patio. Overall, we had a wonderful visit and I would definitely come back again!!

Grabbed some quick takeout in route to the hotel room. It's got a nice little interior bar scene…read morewith easy kiosk ordering to-go, plenty of beers on tap, and a cool outdoor area for cooler days and evenings. The server was friendly, and the kitchen got the order out quickly. I ordered the Old Town--an all-beef couch dog topped with smoked bacon, cotija cheese, pickled jalapeños, and chipotle aioli--along with the BOJ slider. The Old Town hot dog was great, with the cheese and jalapeños working nicely together. Interestingly enough, they use the same buns for the sliders and the hot dog; the hot dog buns were just chained together, and it worked really well. The BOJ slider had a good flavor profile thanks to the caramelized onions and seasoning, though the slider was a little sparse for my liking when it came to the bun-to-beef ratio.

Decided to grab a bite to eat before our concert. Walked in and the place was packed and luckily a…read moretable just got cleaned. No hostess, just fend for yourself. Started to look over the menu and all the options. I ordered the Little Mule and my son ordered the Cowboy 2026 with an order of garlic cojita fries. And to wash it down, a couple of Pauliner beers. The burger was tasty however the bun was charred. The hot dog was okay but nothing to write home about. The fries were served later because the waiter took our food order to the wrong table at first and the people at the table (who had already eaten) told the waiter they ordered the fries but not the burgers. There is a spicy pepper jam on the fries and maybe a little too much sauce. But they were okay. Would go for something different next time. We then ordered a couple of unique beers, one being the Mother Earth Cali Dreamin which by the description sounded delicious because I like a brown dark beer (stout) with a chocolate caramel taste. To my surprise I get an amber looking pilsner that tastes a little like chocolate. A real mind trip as it was not what I expected. Spoke to the waiter about it and all he could say is he just pours it from the tap and couldn't do anything about the color. Dude, just look at the description on your menu. So miss leading. Anyhow, for a quick bite it's an okay spot. But I would stay clear of some of the unique options.

These are some of my favorite drinks in Phoenix. The environment is pretty mellow but that's what…read moreyou can expect for a hotel bar. The staff has always been friendly as well. The Kiwi To Life Is Happiness drink is one of my favorites of all time (I like sweeter drinks). The Always Sunny in Arizona is also good if you like coconut/pina coladas. My boyfriend gets The Phoenix every time and loves it (he likes tequila). Disclaimer I have never had the food but it looks delicious!

I visited twice, back-to-back days, and the contrast was striking enough to warrant documenting…read moreboth experiences. Visit 1 (Breakfast): The experience got off to a rough start. I waited about 12 minutes to be seated, even though no one was ahead of me, while two people who arrived after me were seated first. Once at my table, my server walked past me three times without acknowledgment; it took nearly 8 minutes to get water. When my food came out, I noticed my white toast had been swapped for some odd-looking wheat bread with no explanation. I only found out they didn't carry white toast by asking. No manager stopped by, and communication from the front-of-house staff was nearly nonexistent from start to finish. The one bright spot was that the food itself was genuinely good. Visit 2 (Next Day): A completely different experience. The restaurant was actually busier, yet the hostess was immediately attentive and got me seated without delay. My server, Josh, came right over, was personable, and proactively let me know they don't carry white toast, offering sourdough as an alternative without me having to ask. I also had the chance to chat with Erin, the banquet manager, who brought a warm and welcoming energy to the floor. That kind of manager presence was completely absent on day one and made a noticeable difference. Bottom line: The kitchen is solid, both visits confirmed that. But the guest experience here can vary wildly depending on who's working. When the team is on, this place shines. Here's hoping Visit 2 is the new standard.

Myself and two friends made a reservation for a Friday night out. We had no idea just how amazing…read moreour experience here would be. Our beyond incredible experience was due not only to the delicious cocktails, but our waitress Lo! Everyone who helped us was wonderful, but Lo literally took time out of her busy work night make sure everything we got was perfect, and she really listened to what we liked and suggested the best drinks to order. She was right every time, and we couldn't have been happier. We don't get out often as a friend group, and this place really made our night! We will definitely be back.

This place is so cool!! I like the speakeasy vibe but they also have food! So many unique drinks…read moreand martinis! I stopped in to try their happy hour, and I am very pleased with the gin collins! They give you a nice big glass, and it looks so pretty! Service has been great, with very friendly and attentive bartenders who are talented! I'm excited to try this place again!

Instantly greeted with warmth! Bartenders are super friendly and attentive! Came here for happy…read morehour, and they have a good selection of martinis and appys - but only from 5-6! Super cute, and has a lounge vibe. It feels really welcoming! Great by yourself or with friends!

This cocktail bar hit in a hotel downtown on a fourth floor is a vibe. The drinks are so good and…read moreso worth it. We also had a few little small bites. That were excellent as well.. We went after a WNBA game so it was busy. We sat at the bar &, I didn't like my second drink compared to my first drink , They switched it out for me. I really appreciated that..

This downtown Phoenix restaurant was empty when we stopped in for lunch, which is to be…read moreexpected--downtown on a Saturday is usually dead until the evening. There is patio seating, and it would be a great patio to watch people on a day with cooler weather. The decor was nice--a colorful desert mural, a long bar, and interesting light fixtures that looked like black waffles. We skipped cocktails and just grabbed lunch - green chili and bacon mac and cheese and fish tacos. First of all, the portions were quite large. We expected three street tacos, but these were Big tacos. The mac and cheese was good, with a very nice cheese pull. But those tacos dash dash fantastic! I can't say enough about how good those tacos were. The house needs also was also very good. If you're downtown and I'm looking for a place to eat, this is a good choice. It's actually located in a hotel, although I couldn't tell you which hotel. There is valet parking outside, but we were able to find parking just down the street - - again, this was a Saturday before noon, so take that into consideration.

not great but not bad, just there. for some reason downtown phoenix is riddled with completely…read moreforgettable and completely average hotel lobby restaurants. views are nice, food is fine.

It's hard to put into words how great this place is. Have you ever been somewhere when everything…read morejust feels "right, balanced, happy"? That is Farish House. The cozy, intimate comfort of what used to be Coup des Tartes blended seamlessly with the deep, peaceful, gentle "love" you felt from House of Tricks into one calm, warm, easy spot. Farish House is a real, soul-warming experience across the board. The service, care, comfort, ambience, food, value and clear love they put into everything make Farish House our new favorite place. We walked through the front gate, up onto the front porch and inside where we took one of three small tables in the cozy front salon of this soul-warming 1899 French Bistro. *Food: we started with a bottle of Australian Cab. Shockingly good. And not crazy expensive, especially on Thursday when bottles are 30% off, it was an amazing deal. Turns out, the owner, Greg, was in the wine distribution business for several decades, curating wine programs for top Valley restaurants, so he really knows his stuff and their vast wine selection is amazing. We were offered a basket of truffle popcorn, mmm, salty, crunchy, and rich. We ordered the Chef's Selection Charcuterie and Warm Noble Baguette & Marinated Olives to get started. Both were beautifully curated, balanced, and incredibly high quality. The flavors and textures blended perfectly. with cheeses broken from large wheels, rather than cut and sliced, house-made pickled grapes, unique and unusual ingredients, smokey meats, compound butters, just awesome! We then moved into one of the cozy dining rooms and ordered the slow roasted Peposo Short Ribs and fingerling potatoes pan fried in duck fat served with Moroccan spiced aioli. Both were rich, warm and delicious. For dessert, and yes we thought we'd explode from all this food, we ordered a massive slice of bread pudding, some of the best I've ever had, rich, gooey and incredible. Along with that we ordered a beautiful Espresso Martini and an off-menu banana cream martini. Their drinks are not "poured" or mixed here, they're balanced and expertly crafted. This is French Bistro comfort food at its finest and it's unmistakeable. *Service: it just doesn't get better. Everyone working there is "family". And that's how they make you feel; like family, cared for, wanted, welcomed. Service isn't a choreographed masterpiece, no tuxedos, cloths draped over arms, napkins frantically re-folded when you step away, dishes served and cleared in unison. No, it's relaxed, warm, friendly, kind, like being at your grandmothers house and knowing you're surrounded by people who care. Met Greg and Katherine, the owners, and their daughter Alexandra and several other "family" members taking care of us. Their appreciation for your presence is unmistakable. *Ambience: it's just plain comfy, cozy, easy, relaxed, warm, deep, gentle, worn (in a good way), wise, and calm, that's the best I can describe it. Hard wood floors, cozy rooms, soft, warm lighting. It's a non-pretentious, French bistro that feels like the home of a favorite grandma or great aunt living in a warm family cottage in the outskirts of Paris. *Value: it's perfect. It's not ridiculously expensive like Kai, Brinkley's, Cafe Monarch, Christopher's, or French Laundry where you go, "okay, that was fun but we'll only do this very occasionally/rarely and it's probably worth it, but dang that was pricey!" No, Farish House is 100% value to experience, not cheap, but not overpriced, the balance is just right. It's a place you can go often, and we will. Yes, our meal with apps, drinks and dessert, some on happy hour and the Thursday wine special, was around $200. I'd happily say this experience was worth every penny. *Overall: I can't recommend Farish House highly enough. Parking is on the street or in a nearby lot, and that's a downtown thing. There's a small lot in back. The food, ambience, service, quality, and experience were stellar. I wish I could rate them 6 stars instead of just 5. I'll return often and highly recommend Farish House to everyone. I genuinely hope you enjoy as much as we did!

Of all the restaurants I have tried during my recent visit to Phoenix, this establishment is a…read morestand out! We arrived just around dusk and since the weather was beautiful, we got a table on the patio. There is such a contrast of two vintage homes, one being the Farish House in a sea of highrise buildings in downtown Phoenix! If you like a restaurant with a great wine selection, this is your place. I was lucky enough to have both of the owners (Kathryn and Greg) come by and greet us. This bottle (pictured below) of Pinot Noir was suggested to us, and we decided to have with our meals since our chosen dishes were beef and pork. One of the best wines I have had recently. We had the stuffed date appetizers which were devoured so quickly I did not have a chance to snap a pho My friend chose the beef short rib dish, which was well presented and extremely flavorful. After carefully reading each item, it was very hard to make a choice. I ended up with the pork chop meal, see cauliflower/potato mash, asparagus, and the awesome sauce along with the perfectly cooked pork chop made my taste buds very happy! We had service by Ella who is fabulous and also got to meet the owners daughter Alexandria. But there's more! After much deliberation and compromise, we both decided to share the bread pudding. I have been to New Orleans many times where they make fantastic bread pudding. The Farish House bread pudding can stand up to the best of the bread pudding in New Orleans and that is saying a lot. If you are a foodie and like local family owned businesses, this is your spot. Since I am only visiting, I will not be here for their Saturday Tea Service! Thank you so much for providing me with another wonderfu and delicious memory of my Phoenix visit. As Arnold Schwarzenegger says "I'll be back!" Bob, the Farish House cat ‍ was a delightful "host" as well.