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    Cowboy Ciao

    3.4 (642 reviews)
    Closed 6:00 am - 8:00 pm

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    Mac and Cheese
    Dee T.

    Stopped in on the second leg of my flight because it was close to my gate. It is very loud and they were busy. I think because they serve alcohol. They have a limited menu (sorry forgot to photo) most items start at $13 and go up. I had the Mac and Cheese and it came with bacon and the bacon made it complete. It was filling for me. My server Vicky was very busy but stayed in the game.

    Flat Iron Steak - $35.99
    Diele K.

    When flying out of Sky Harbor, my gate was moved to this area which is where I've noticed most international flights depart/arrive from. My coworker and I decided to stop here as we had an hour before boarding (later delayed to have more time). Historically, I haven't eaten meat for a couple years, but I decided to have a steak as I've been adding slowly in per doctor's dietary recommendations. The menu lists as "Flat Iron Steak." It didn't mentioned being sliced and I genuinely thought would be served as a steak. It was only four slices and due to slicing lost a lot of the juices (likely the meat wasn't rested), and also seemed unevenly cooked. Pretty disappointing for spending $35.99 and it listed as one of their speciality items. Also, it said it was served with roasted red potatoes, when it came with the breakfast potatoes typically served at other restaurants. Overall, a disappointing meal and the tables seemed cramped/too close together to be comfortable while you ate.

    Espresso martini
    Keith K.

    I ordered a fried chicken sandwich, but only ate the chicken too avoid the bread. It was really good. Also has an espresso martini. For an airport restaurant/bar, I'm pretty impressed. The bartender was also cool. Overall a good spot to stop when waiting at Terminal B high numbered gates.

    Quesadilla half eaten
    Darian K.

    Extremely impressed! The Quesadilla is so good! Our server was quick and gave us a recommendation. I wonder if this place has more locations? I would definitely eat here again.

    Quesadillas!
    Sylvia C.

    They say avoid airport restaurants, but I disagree, especially here at Cowboy Cíao! The food was amazing, and the service was great! The waitress was very friendly and polite. We were seated at a table, and we took our time to dine. We were not rushed out. Recommended. 5/5

    Breakfast Quesadilla
    Kristina T.

    We had pretty long layover at the airport on our way to Puerto Vallarta so we decided to sit down and give this place a try for breakfast. Definitely worth it compared to most airport food. They also have a full bar so if just looking for a place to sit and chill while waiting check them out.

    Ciao burrito
    Mark T.

    As far as airport restaurants go, this one was pretty decent. Fast food just steps away was crowded with people waiting for food and this place had dozens on open tables. The service was quick too. I had the ciao burrito (breakfast) with fried potatoes which were pretty decent. There's a window looking out to the jetways so there's decent natural light. It sure beats waiting for fast food with a bunch of frustrated travelers.

    Stetson Chopped Salad
    Nick C.

    What a pleasant surprise to find this place in the terminal. The chopped salad is one of my favorites that I usually get at the Gladly, so I was delighted to see it available here in the airport. Here it's called The Stetson Choped. It was as delicious as always with the smoked salmon and a welcome lighter meal compared to most airport options. Service was friendly and fast too to help get in and out when we needed

    The Stetson Chopped salad

    This is a great place to eat between flights. The service is fast, the staff is friendly and the good is good!

    Bar area
    Todd R.

    The service here has a a joke. Some guy sits you down and you wait what seems like an eternity for your order to be taken. Music is playing. People are relaxing but the server is even more relaxed. Ordered the chicken sandwich, must say it is not bad at all. Did have a good crispy skin. Had lemonade and it is watered down. They never check on you. Had to almost tackle the guy to get a refill and he brings tea! Really! Where do they find these people? Since they never check on you it will take a bit for your ticket. The server just stands in the corner looking lost. Suggest you try a different place to eat

    Cowboy Ciao salad.
    Tracy C.

    Hands down the best salad I've ever had!!! Ate mine and then ordered two more to go. Beautiful presentation!

    Jasmine R.

    Tried this little restaurant out waiting for my flight . I got seated quickly and got an awesome waiter. I ordered the Mac and cheese and the sunset cocktail drink. He was checking on me but not so much to bother. The Mac and cheese was so delicious and cheesy, and the drink wasn't too strong and was perfect. I'd come again to try their breakfast options.

    Shrimp and polenta
    Daryl E.

    Of the two sit-down restaurants I've tried in PHX, this one blows Zinc out of the water. Had the shrimp and polenta; creamy polenta, with roasted sweet corn and poblano peppers within it. An interesting twist on traditional Shrimp & Grits. My server, Annalise was great. Kept my water glass full even through the busy service

    Weird idea of a BLT...it's awful.

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    Dylan has the best and most welcoming vibes I've ever seen! Food is great and came out wicked quick.

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    Really great food, really great service! This is a great place to take a break between flights at the Phoenix airport

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    2 years ago

    Still great after all these years. Try the chop salad. It's original and delicious.

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    Resort entrance
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    Different Pointe of View dining room
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