First time here and it was faaaantastic ! we started it off with appetizers of the fresh buttered Parmesan bread, then had calamari which was amazing with their special sauce, then got their espresso martinis. Are you pulling a Kyle you got your robot you're like I love this for you. I ordered the surf and turf with filet mignon and it was a 10 out of 10 and also they're halibut was awesome to end it off, we got banana cream pie, which is fresh bananas. The cream was light and fluffy! Last but not least Our amazing server was Kara. she is so friendly and well educated on the menu, beautiful woman. She was awesome beautiful and was so fast! The Manager came over and wished me a happy birthday and gave us some macaroons super kind and delightful! read more

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I had the best birthday dinner tonight at Buck and Rider. They have the best scallops in the valley and all of our dinners were exceptional. We especially appreciate the attentive service that we received from Chase. And Chris came by to check on our experience and our food. I cannot recommend this restaurant enough. If you want a fantastic meal served quickly but perfectly you should consider coming to this restaurant. I will definitely be back. read more

Buck & Rider - Seafood Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

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We have gone here many times, and recommended it to friends, and always had a wonderful experience except for this time. The baked potato was edible but way undercooked. The salad was supposed to have oranges and radishes - there was one radish slice and zero oranges, and it was drenched in dressing. Couldn't even eat it. We were told we would get a complimentary birthday dessert but when the bill came, we were charged. We asked the waiter and he said they don't do that, even though they said they did earlier, but he said we get a box of macaroons. When he saw we didn't get one, he told whoever it was and one was brought to me. The woman said happy birthday and if you're gluten free you can share it with the others (had a table of 8). What?! We didn't say anything at the time but after thinking about it I was a bit annoyed, especially when one of the friends we were with also felt it was disappointing. It had always been great all the other times we went. Not sure if this was an off night or if the restaurant has gone downhill. Either way, it was an upsetting experience. read more

Buck & Rider is one of my favorite happy hours in the valley. The only downsides are they've raised prices in recent years and they don't take reservations for the happy hour seating area, so the wait for that can be up to an hour. The Voodoo Fried Rice is delicious and comes with a good bit of spice. The Sant' Andrea Spritz is strong yet refreshing. The happy hour area is small and can get quite loud during peak hours, but the restaurant itself is well decorated and well lit. Service can be hit or miss. I've had great waiters and some that were much less attentive. read more

Buck & Rider - Happy hour items (Sant' Andrea Spritz, salmon yellowtail roll, spicy salmon roll, Voodoo Fried Rice) - Seafood Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

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My favorite spot! We've been coming to Buck & Rider for years and it always hits. From special occasions to brunch with my bestie, it really checks all the boxes. The ambiance is amazing, beautiful florals, greens, a sweet shutter board that you can personalize in advance with your reservation, it's just the best. The seafood is so fresh and the steaks are delectable. I visited for brunch a few weekends ago and it was so perfect. I can't wait to go back. read more

Buck & Rider - Seafood Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

Another great visit with wonderful food and service. This time we looked at the brunch menu and decided on Crab Cakes Eggs Benedict. The eggs were perfect on spinach and crab cakes and topped with hollandaise sauce. As usual the crab cakes were ALL CRAB. ( no filler) ). A perfect brunch item! Oh YUM. WALLY AND LIZ. read more

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Another one! (In DJ Khaled voice) Great ambiance, great staff, great food! I tried oysters for the first time. Not my thang, but hey I tried it! Anyway, I had the Chilean Bass grilled with a herb sauce, beets, and green beans. It hit the spot! I enjoyed it a lot. The restaurant was quite cozy and had a real chill vibe! Our waiter was also pretty chill. This spot is one to visit for sure! read more

Buck & Rider - Seafood Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

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Before I say anything specific, lemme tell you... the food, the service, everything was FANTASTIC! Waitress: Shire Party of 3 This amazing restaurant was a fantastic way for my family and I to end our most recent trip to Scottsdale Arizona. We came here based on a suggestion from someone who works at the resort that we were staying at. I cannot tell you how perfect this experience was. The recommendation was probably hands-down the best one they could've given us. B&R had something for all of us to enjoy. I was a bit concerned that my young-ish kiddo would not find something on the menu that would be appealing. I spoke to one of the hostesses at the front of the restaurant about my concern. That is when she let me know that there was a separate kids menu, but also that, essentially anything that we needed, they were pretty confident that the kitchen could figure out. Crazy, but even at as nice and as pricey, a restaurant as this, children's menu, meal items were only about $10-$12 each. I was shocked. Even more impressed, I found items like California rolls and smaller portion steak on the kids menu. Awesome!!! The ambience of the restaurant was perfect. It was dimly lit, but not dark. It was romantic, but somehow still dressy casual if you will. The entrance is beautiful and shows off their patio. I had the most delicious ribeye while my husband had fresh, raw oysters, as well as another entrée that I really didn't pay attention to because I was so engrossed in my own meal. Oopsies. LOL! My kiddo loved their California roll. It also came with a small side of strawberries. That was perfect. We ended up also ordering the small portion of steak for them. An entire morning at the aquarium, followed by an afternoon full of swimming, we had all worked up quite an appetite. They offered us a doggy bag, but once they realize that there were no leftovers on the table, we all had a good laugh, but looked at each other sideways when someone asked us if we were interested in dessert. There was no way. We were all so stuffed and we were so content. I don't quite know how we managed, but we waddled to our car and made our way back to the resort. The entire time, we talked about how fabulous our server was and how fabulous her suggestions were. We also talked about how phenomenal our food was and just how wonderful and experienced the whole night had been at Buck & Rider. My kiddo tried their first raw oyster here. I thought that was pretty amazing. I knew it must've been good since they asked for another shortly after. This is definitely a restaurant that I will suggest to people if ever they ask me for a good dining experience recommendation in Arizona. Dinner was a tad pricey, but considering we were on vacation and we were celebrating our being together as a family and having had such an amazing time in Arizona, it was worth every penny and then some. Our server was so awesome. She had a short chat with my kiddo. She showed us some of her tattoos on her arm. It was just a really nice time. It was easy for us to build rapport with our server. That was another thing that made the dining experience even more fun. Geez, I wish this restaurant were closer to home. Would I come here again? You don't even need to ask. I'll meet you there. Party of how many? Let's go. Yes, now! read more

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Been a while since we last visited Buck & Rider (it was Restaurant Week in 2025 and the experience was so-so). No disappointment this time! We were greeted with warm birthday wishes (it was my birthday) and seated promptly while the restaurant was packed. Our server, Lizeth, was attentive, gave great recommendations, and took amazing care of our table throughout the entire time. We ordered the pull-apart dinner rolls and tuna crispy rice as starters - both fantastic as usual. For the raw platter, we loved the oyster and Peruvian scallop on the shell, while the Tristan Rock lobster tails were okay (to be clear, they were fine but nothing special). My hubby had the sea bass pan seared, with lemon caper sauce served on the side. I had the Spanish turbot based on Lizeth's suggestion; it came with a vibrant piri piri sauce. Both entrees were excellent - expertly cooked and memorable flavors. We were too full for desserts and were gifted the B&R macarons to take home. read more

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First time here. We sat at the bar and I really enjoyed it here. The service was great! Quick,friendly. Loved the open view of the kitchen. Absolutely loved our shrimp appetizer, sushi and ceviche. Fresh and delicious. Our drinks were perfect. Love this restaurant, service ran like a Swiss clock. Perfectly. read more

Buck & Rider - Bar Area MARTINI pour with ICE! - Seafood Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

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The food is top notch they always have the freshest seafood! The place is always lively and fun! Alex at the front, Seth and Michael at the bar always make us feel at home! They're so welcoming and kind! Thanks! read more

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Fantastic food, awesome service and impeccable decor & ambiance. My team was begging to go back during our stay in Scottsdale! read more

Buck & Rider - Seafood Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

Yall got me messed up saying this is medium rare our table ordered five steaks and we're basically all well done. Third time here service was good and so was half the apps but I think Houston's or hillstone is better and way better priced read more

Buck & Rider - Seafood Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

Having been to multiple locations of Buck & Rider including the Mayo location more than once, I can confidently say that they have a lot of good stuff to offer - and some food is pretty exceptional. I especially like the risotto with shrimp, raw seafood tower, catch of the day, and hamachi crudo. I think some items are a little bland and underwhelming for my palate and I wish they would push the flavors a little more - thinking of the tuna crispy rice, ceviche, and sushi. I was also a little disappointed in the calamari today. It was begging for salt. That said, this is some of the best seafood in the valley! And anything raw cannot be missed. This location is quite large inside and the outdoor patio is nice and shaded with umbrellas. They also have a huge parking lot which is super convenient. I think the staff always do a great service and I love that they do not rush you here so you can really sit back and enjoy. Overall, I'd never turn down an invite to Buck & Rider. read more

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This was our first time there. We had an issue that we told our server, Haley. I didn't think she was going to tell her manager, but the manager, Mike, came over and said he would make it right. Haley made our evening special, very amiable, easy to converse with and knowledgeable. Nigiri hit the spot to start the main course. The bread was light and fluffy, the crab cakes were great because there were no fillers. The mussels were tasty and were huge. So if you want a restaurant that stands by their standards and food. This venue is the place you'll want to eat at. read more

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2nd time here and tried there burger this time. It was good. The first time I got ribs and they were good. My friend got the sushi and she liked it but thought it was a bit pricey read more

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Incredible customer service from checking in throughout our birthday dinner celebration & had a pleasant surprise gift of macarons & met the manager who checked hiw our experience was. Our server for the evening had an incredible attitude & was such fun! We HIGHLY recommend coming to this establishment!! read more

While in town for a quick visit we decided to pop in for a bite. Had a chance to grab a table in the patio, and the weather was perfect! There was a slight chill in the air, but underneath the heat lamps it was extremely pleasant. We were greeted by our server, Chloe, who told us about the fresh catches of the day and made sure that drinks were flowing throughout the entire evening for the crew. Everything that we had from the appetizers to the variety of dishes were all excellent. One of the appetizers, the crunchy tuna, was so good that one of my colleagues decided to order it as part of their main dish. Only slight drawback is the fact that that desserts did not sound too appetizing but that's just because they weren't my cup of tea. Banana cream pie, lemon, meringue, pie, and chocolate cake. All sound extremely decadent, but just not my pallet. No harm no foul. The food was solid, prices fair and service was good. 9/10 would go back! read more

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Great experience. Went for our Anniversary. Loved the food. Awesome Florida stone crabs and great oysters. Our server was awesome. Always there for us. Great vibe with a nice finish to the night with our name up on the board. The Manager came over to congratulate us and left us some nice cookies to take home. Highly recommend. read more

Buck & Rider - 6 different oyster selections. - Seafood Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

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We have been back for happy hour several more times. Service is always great here. The only thing to note this time is we were seated at the sushi bar, which makes it hard for a family of four to share food. They were nice enough to move us to a table once it opened up, but we noticed they had seated parties of 2 at the tables for 4.. not sure why. I'm really disappointed that they no longer have the green juice drink. Our server recommended the Playa de Pina, which was surprisingly good. I usually can't do mescal because of the strong flavor, but it is not very strong in this drink. We enjoyed our usual happy hour dishes- the oysters (so worth it for the HH price!), shrimp ceviche, voodoo fried rice, fried chicken, hibachi and salmon roll. Everything is good. This time we ordered the red fish from the regular menu and it was delicious! We will definitely try other fish options next time. We ordered dessert and the banana cream pie is excellent. read more

Buck & Rider - Banana cream pie - Seafood Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

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Good food and cocktail choices. Went with a large group service was great. Fun vibe overall. Most likely will be back for happy hour. read more

Buck & Rider - Champagne - Seafood Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

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What a great experience! The restaurant is beautiful and I love the open kitchen concept. I brought my niece for her birthday and our experience was top notch. Our waitress Kara made excellent recommendations. She was very attentive and friendly. Apps: oysters (called Lily something) phenomenal and fresh Tuna rice cakes -10/10 Main entrees: Scallops with sweet potatoes 9/10 Mussels 10/10 Steak & lobster - I didn't get to try the steak, but my niece's said it was cooked to perfection and it was well-seasoned. The lobster was delicious. It was soft buttery, and you could taste the freshness. The manager brought over some macaroons for my niece as a birthday present. I'm not sure if those are made at the restaurant or not, but those were also delicious. I will definitely be back next time I'm in town. read more

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Lizeth is amazing, so attentive, so accommodating and helpful. Love the ambiance, CS is phenomenal and everyone seemed Happy and Smiling which is attributed to Management, job well done! Food-Wine-Cocktail Selection is marvelous. We stopped in for a late lunch and it was FANTASTIC! Crab Cake Lunch Salad was "Spot On" very well balanced and the Crab Cake was SUPERB! Clam Chowder-Excellent Ceviche-Phenomenal We will definitely return, we've been to two of their three locations and all of them have been Top Notch! Plan ahead as parking can be a little bit of a challenge read more

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10/10 100/100 5 stars - all the things! Service was phenomenal. I walked in by myself as I'm just exploring the town solo and they were able to accommodate me. The food - was fire! I wish I had more people with me so I could have tried other options too but next time for sure. I tried the tuna crispy rice and one of the rolls that was recommended to me. It was the perfect amount for me. Overall such a great time - I'll be thinking of this place and can't wait to come back. Cheers! read more

Buck & Rider - Seafood Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

The beau and I stopped here after arriving in town late and wanted something good. Everything was really good. It took us about 10 minutes to get a table at 8pm. The place was packed. The food was so fast and all of it was delicious. The fresh seafood was amazing. By the time we ordered they were out of a few things we wanted. Some of the seats are backless chairs/stools which are not that comfortable. The interior is pretty loud and kind of cramped. read more

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One of my favorite places of all times! I could eat here weekly if possible. I haven't eaten anything off the menu that I disliked. Such delicious food! Some of my favorites are the calamari, ceviche, hamachi crudo, and smoked trout dip. The service is always great. This is a great place to have an intimate dinner or happy hour with friends/family. Great happy hour prices! 10/10 recommend this place to anyone! read more

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Looking for fresh seafood in Arizona? This is your go-to spot. With fresh seafood flown in every day from all over the country and the East Coast, you can expect the freshest and best seafood every day. With top-notch service and some of the best menu offerings, you can truly expect a well-rounded, luxurious experience and meal. The ambiance is fun and lively, yet romantic and fancy. The fried rice and the spicy crispy tuna are the best on the menu. Their selection of wine and cocktails makes for the ultimate pairing. If you're celebrating anything special, make sure to ask for their macarons. They're the best. read more

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Great service! Celebrated my birthday and it was an amazing experience. The service was attentive and knowledgeable. Highly recommend checking them out, especially for their daily happy hour! read more

We had a large party and everything was spectacular! Great service, amazing food and a fun place to take the family or friends. I ordered the surf & turf: filet & scallops that you can order a la carte. We shared some delicious desserts and the birthday girl got a very impressive looking slice of lemon meringue with a candle. Well done Buck & Rider! read more

Buck & Rider - Scallops and broccolini. - Seafood Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

Buck & Rider consistently delivers some of the best seafood you can find in the desert, and at a fair price. Everything is fresh, well‑prepared, and always delicious. Great vibes and has a neighborhood feel with kind service. The Tuna Crispy Rice is a standout every visit, the Brussels sprouts are excellent, and the voodoo fried rice is packed with flavor. The crab cakes remain my favorite--loaded with crab, not filler, and perfectly cooked. Be sure to save room for dessert. The banana cream, lemon meringue, and chocolate cake were all exceptional. A consistently great experience, both in food and service. I've been both for business and with friends. read more

Buck & Rider - Lemon meringue, chocolate cake, and banana cream pie - Seafood Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

I don't give Five Star reviews out lightly, but in this case, I think there's enough that's special even though it's a chain but come on great happy hour and if you have a special event, then make you feel special. The food was very fresh even for the middle of Arizona and anything that you'd like customized from the menu they did a great job of especially with our kids in tow read more

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My friend and I had an early dinner here before heading to the Harkins movie theater across the street (conveniently located). I would highly recommend making "Priority Seating Reservations" because at 5:30 PM, as early as that is on a Thursday evening the place was packed, both inside, bar area and patio area. It worked out perfectly, we were greeted and seating right away. The atmosphere was nice, casual, not an upscale place, more like nice family dining feel. Alec, our server was fantastic, very friendly and attentive. We started off with cocktails, an Espresso Martini and beer while looking over the menu. We finally decided on the Hamachi Crudo, Baja Shrimp Cevichi, Clam Chowder and 1 Stone Crab Claw (which my friend had). All the food was presented well and tasted delicious. All the seafood was very fresh. It was a great place to pre-dine before heading to the movies. Atmosphere: nice, casual, upbeat, family feel. Service: excellent. Food: very good. read more

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First time at Buck & Rider and will not be the last! A great spot for dining. Love the outdoor patio with the fire place for colder months. We enjoyed everyone on the menu. Came specially for the seafood. The sushi was ok - I would choose other items on the menu. My favorite was the crab cakes, the crispy rice with tuna, and the raw bar. read more

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Same time this year - and same excellent atmosphere, service and most of all - continued excellence in sourcing quality seafood and steaks, accompanied by sides that compliment it all. Adding an additional photo of my salmon which was again expertly prepared and presented with a fresh beet and green bean side, flavors all worked together for another fabulous meal. read more

Buck & Rider - Grilled salmon, beurre blanc with cold beet and green bean salad with goat cheese simply dressed - Seafood Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

Food Seafood in Arizona usually feels like a dare, but Buck & Rider somehow makes it work. They fly it in often enough that you don't question your life choices halfway through the meal. The crispy rice is the clear winner, the one dish that makes you forget the desert outside. Drinks are solid--strong, balanced, and made by people who know what they're doing. Service Efficient and confident. They know the menu, answer questions without fake enthusiasm, and won't waste your time with over-the-top friendliness. If you're indecisive, they'll guide you without turning it into a personality test. Ambience Bright, crowded, and polished. It's a spot that feels coastal even though you're miles from a coast. Expect noise, a mix of casual show-offs and brunch veterans, and a bill that reminds you good seafood doesn't come cheap in the desert read more

Buck & Rider - Seafood Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

This is an amazing restaurant with a great atmosphere, lovely service, and the best crab cakes! We came twice this week--once for lunch and once for dinner--and both times it was packed with happy customers. During lunchtime, the average cost is about $30 per person, which is very reasonable for the quality and experience. The service is wonderful. They do everything to make your experience special. The oysters are also one of the highlights here--fresh and absolutely delicious. I love this place and will definitely come back. read more

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The service and atmosphere make you feel like you're at a top country club. Also, highly recommended for special occasions, as they elevate your special day and take it to the next level with extra attention. read more

Buck & Rider - 1/2 price bubbles and amazing seafood platters. - Seafood Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

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We celebrated our wedding anniversary and was delighted by how amazing our experience was at Buck and Rider. The service was first class followed by the delicious food. The grand finale was the banana cream pie. Thank you! read more

My wife and I dined @ Buck and Rider for the first time last Thursday evening. We had a 7:00 preferred seating and arrived to a very crowded, busy, and noisy restaurant. We were seated at a four top after about 10 minutes and promptly greeted by our server. She made some great suggestions and took excellent care of us. My wife and I both had the Filet of Beef after some seafood themed appetizers and everything was excellent. The crispy rice tuna app, the drinks, the steaks, all great. We will be back! read more

Had such a great experience at Buck & Rider! We originally came for happy hour, but the place was absolutely packed and we ended up waiting about 45 minutes. Honestly though, the host stand completely turned the experience around for us. It was my friend and I's friendship anniversary, and even though we were seated about 15 minutes after happy hour ended, the host stand let us know that they still honored the happy hour pricing which was incredibly thoughtful and appreciated. The host stand was packed and busy but they were on it. Our server, Carlgan, was also amazing super attentive and friendly. The food came out quickly, everything tasted great, and the drinks definitely did not disappoint. You can tell the staff genuinely cares about making people feel taken care of. We'll definitely be back! read more