Love this restaurant! The food did take a little while to come out, but we were told everything is made fresh, especially the pancakes, so the wait was understandable. I have to say, the pancakes were some of the best I've ever had. The staff was friendly, attentive, and knowledgeable about the menu, which made the experience even better. Overall, it was well worth the wait, and I'll definitely be coming back. read more

Got dinner from here with friends this week. [[HIGHLIGHT]]For 6PM on a Thursday night it was not busy at all.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]Nice mix of casual and dressed up, between the outdoor and indoor seating.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Like some other reviews, with it not being busy at all, the staff was very attentive, almost a little too attentive with trying to clear plates when we were still eating, but that's not a real complaint. Onto the food, 10/10, most interesting and scrumptious food I've enjoyed in a while! The Dry Aged Beef Carpaccio was DELICIOUS, I easily ate it by myself. For an entree I got the Chitarra Clam Pasta, it had a really delicious light white sauce, and it was a delight to eat. The pasta itself was cooked well, the clams seemed fine, and the flavors were great. For dessert, two of us split the Brown Butter Cake, and because there was no menu we didn't realize it would be $17, but in the end it was worth it. The cake was topped with ice cream and there was caramel drizzled across the dish, really delicious and more impressive than I would've expected. Overall staff was friendly, didn't need to make a reservation, and the food was mind blowing. read more

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[[HIGHLIGHT]]BEAUTIFUL - park in the back and you will understand the comment. When you walk through the courtyard you will fully understand the 1st word in the opening of this review[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]]. [[HIGHLIGHT]]I did a few photos of the inside but the outside courtyard was so breathtaking I sat outside.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] My waiter was Gregg and he was awesome. I had the smoked beets and eggplant meatballs over polenta as my appetizer - Food crack 10 flipping stars. Beef ribs were good 5 star but the flipping appetizer set the flipping bar. I started with the Ocotillo Bloody Mary - Excellent. I don't think I fully have words that can describe the overall experience other than it fulfills a foodie dream experience on all levels. Fluffy Grandma Recommends read more

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I drive past here daily and thought it looked really cute. Reviews are mixed, but I went against my better judgment and suggested it to my friends. [[HIGHLIGHT]]To start, this place is purely for the aesthetics.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Service was great, drinks were OK, but the food was heinous. I don't know in what world charging $18 for the pictured meal is okay, but that's Ocotillos MO I guess! My meal was bland, flavorless, and embarrassing. Absolutely no seasoning on any of our meals, but especially not the Ocotillo Breakfast. An afterthought of avocado, 3 half slices of cherry tomato, and dry arugula. Watery, unseasoned eggs, and an over salted poor excuse for potato. Save your money and eat at home. read more

Ocotillo - $18 Ocotillo Breakfast - New American Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

Went here for a group dinner with business associates. It was a celebratory meal to thank the team for their hard work. This restaurant 100% delivered on this experience! Everyone loved their meals. Even my colleague who was skeptical ordering seafood in the desert loved her shrimp pasta entree. My bucatini was simple yet exquisite. Fresh and flavorful ingredients. Our server John was the best! Oh and I did not try the specialty craft cocktails but everyone who did raved about them. They had the Yuzu Paloma, passion punch, and chillin in paradise. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Can't wait to come back next time I'm in town and hopefully try the outdoor area.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]It was a little chilly during my visit so we opted to sit inside, which was nice and cozy.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

Ocotillo - Bucatini with burrata added - New American Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

A friend and I went here again recently. [[HIGHLIGHT]]I didn't want to deal with the fuss of being downtown and with the large patio area, I figured that even without reservations on a Saturday night, there would be a better chance of getting a table outside and we lucked out![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] We shared the beet ricotta salad with honey and pollen as well as the burrata prosciutto appetizer. It looked like a charcuterie board with spicy peppers, and peeled flavorful grapes. I had the market fish, which happened to be salmon that evening. I really enjoyed this dish with came with an apple "hash" of some sort which brightened the flavor profile. I did have one cocktail, the Paloma. It's classic but I wish I had asked the rim to be salted because who doesn't love a chunky salt with their palomas or margaritas. Megan, our server, was awesome! She was highly entertaining and sweet. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The three of us were able to witness a proposal this past Saturday evening. We asked if we should move tables because we were right behind a beautiful rose adorned heart shaped arch, but they assured us we were not in the way. What a magical evening though![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

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Been here a few times with bigger parties. They do it well. The food is good, definitely a different kind of vibe from a lot of Phoenix, I like that. I just don't think it really stands out and I never think of going there when I'm out in Phoenix. It's a good spot for big parties and I enjoyed my experience overall! The cocktails were nothing crazy but I did enjoy my experience. read more

Ocotillo - New American Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

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Friends, My cousin and I had the awesome experience of meeting here for Sunday brunch. We were greeted immediately by a cheerful and attentive server named Malia!!! I highly recommend having her take care of you if you decide to dine here!!! [[HIGHLIGHT]]The ambiance was buzzy, the drinks cold, and food outstanding!!![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] See my photo and video for the full experience. Will definitely return here, will have to try the dinner menu!!! Grade: A+++ Malia read more

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[[HIGHLIGHT]]Ocotillo is a beautifully designed new American restaurant in the midtown Phoenix area.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] To get here, they have some designated parking spots right by the side entrance of the restaurant or street parking all around the area. [[HIGHLIGHT]]They have a spacious setup with seating outdoors and indoors.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Wifey and I stopped by for brunch with a reservation. For their menu, they have a solid selection of different uniquely crafted dishes to choose from. We ended up getting the Honey Fried Chicken and the Smoked Brisket. Both items were delicious with nice flavor profiles. Overall, we thoroughly enjoyed our dining experience here. All of the staff very friendly and attentive. Definitely book a reservation and stop by for a nice brunch or dinner meal. There is a reason why this spot has over 1,000+ positive reviews! read more

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They did wonders with their renovation. With an amazing courtyard, slick bar, and fancy restaurant interior, I was impressed with Ocotillo. Some of the food dishes were really good: for a party of 2 we got: Eggplant "Meatballs": their best dish we got. Very rich in flavor, and the polenta was well-seasoned with the texture of grits; a wonderful combo Ocotillo Breakfast: silky egg, a good choice Arugula Salad: tastes like what you'd expect Cauliflower OG: was a little bland despite how much flavoring it looks like it has Service was really slow though, and it's quite pricey, so I'd go on a slow day with something to celebrate. Amazing ambience though! read more

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Living so close to The Ocotillo feels like a dream come true because now I can enjoy their incredible Happy Hour menu on a regular basis. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Every visit feels like the perfect little escape with amazing drinks, beautiful atmosphere, and food that never disappoints.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The absolute must-order is of course the Charred Sweet Potato -- flavorful, comforting, and completely unforgettable. It's one of those dishes I find myself craving throughout the week. Having a spot this good nearby is truly dangerous in the best possible way! read more

Ocotillo - Charred Sweet Potato - New American Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

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This place has gone significantly downhill compared to prior visits. Our waitress seemed extremely miserable to be taking care of us and made several uncomfortable comments about any of our asks. She was the wrong person to be working during a Father's Day brunch where the service is typically elevated. The food used to be flavorful but the Ocotillo chicken was chewy and flavorless, the wings were brought out completely soggy with no crisp, and the gem salad was bland with no memorable ingredients aside from an abundance of dates. This used to be a very special restaurant and a place we would take out of towners but that is no longer the case here. read more

I visited with my party of three on weeknight in December. We didn't make a reservation ahead, but made one on the way there just to be safe. Turns out, we didn't need one. We were greeted and seated right away. The outdoor space is vibey and offers a nice setting for dinner when the weather is nice. Service was friendly, but a bit off that evening. Though our server was pleasant, she wasn't particularly helpful and did not offer any recommendations. Fortunately, the food more than made up for it. We ordered the following to share: Ahi tuna $18 Cauliflower OG $14 Lightly smoked beets $14 Chitarra pasta $21 Shrimp raviolis $32 Market fish (salmon) on papaya salad $34 We started with cocktails and I ordered an espresso martini, which was delish. The small plates were excellent and were my favorite items of the evening. I typically don't order cauliflower or beets, but the cauliflower ended up being my top choice, and surprisingly, I enjoyed the beets as well. The pasta dishes were tasty, and the portion sizes were great. The market fish of the night was salmon, which was a bit disappointing to me. For an "elevated dining" experience, I was hoping for a more exciting fish option. I often eat salmon at home, so I prefer trying different fish when dining out. Needless to say, it was my least favorite dish. Although the fish was cooked well, I didn't love the papaya salad paired with the curry. It also took the longest to arrive, and we were almost finished with the other entrees by the time the salmon papaya salad finally made it to our table. Overall, an OK experience. I would have given it four stars if the service was better. read more

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We had a wow experience for our anniversary at Ocotillo! We probably didn't need to have a reservation at 5pm on a Wednesday but we did, and were seated immediately in a quiet dining room with only a couple of tables occupied. In better weather I would love to enjoy the patio, an expansive and lushly furnished huge space. But we were here for happy hour and we ordered a bunch of dishes to share! We started with a beer and a seasonal white sangria, keeping it light. My appetizer was the HH smoked beets, with a luscious whipped ricotta and pecans. Although they didn't taste very smoky, the red and yellow beets were gorgeous and the ricotta very rich. The arugula garnish was just right. I loved this dish! Husband started with the HH arugula salad, lots of breadcrumbs here with Parmesan and a vinaigrette. Tasty but not special. He also ordered the HH wings as well, which we split. The wings are three full 3 piece sections of whole wings, crispy and savory with a peanutty sauce. We were thrilled by the flavor of the wings! The accompanying jerk potatoes were spicy, caramelized and really amazing! Hard to see the I tried the HH brussel sprouts with poached pears, and found the dish completely underwhelming. Too large Brussels sprouts, neither crispy nor soft with very little seasoning. This dish was a miss. I ate the pears and left the rest. Finally, the HH Ocotillo chicken was a generous portion with a warm potato salad under a tender roasted breast. We shared this dish and it was great comfort food! Our server was so excited to learn marriage tips from a couple together 37 years, she wouldn't let us order dessert. She had already planned to serve us an anniversary flourless chocolate cake with vanilla ice cream and berries. A perfect finish to our anniversary! Highly recommend you try Ocotillo too! read more

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Stopped in for Arizona restaurant week and tried an assortment of dishes. The ahi tuna appetizer was tasty and a very large portion. We also ordered the eggplant meatballs and really enjoyed that as well. The chicken entree was decent with a large portion but the octopus was a bit overcooked, although had good flavor. The ambiance was nice and service was solid. The restaurant week menu was a nice way to try Ocotillo but didn't blow me away in terms of value. read more

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My family and I decided to try Ocotillo for Arizona Restaurant Week, and so happy we did. I had been wanting to try this place for a while, driven by a couple times, and so glad it finally happened. Upon arrival, the restaurant has this fantastic outdoor space. Definitely such a great place for group events, and big parties for sure. Although this outdoor area was great, we chose to sit indoors because it was a bit warm out. We were greeted and sat almost immediately, with our waitress welcoming us promptly as well. The only downside was that despite the service being excellent, and the restaurant being beautiful, it was quite loud from the other patrons, and having the patio doors propped open allowed for flies to enter the dining space. Which for the record, was awful, but it was quite the nuisance especially for my parents. That being said, the food was very good. I decided to start with the Ahi Tuna and went with the Grilled Octopus as my entree. The Ahi was PHENOMENAL!! The sesame sauce with the crunchy rice, was such a delight. As for the Octopus, let me start with saying that I have never had grilled octopus before. I decided to step out of my comfort zone and be more adventurous, and I am so glad that I did. It was perfectly seasoned, perfectly cooked. It had a smokiness to it, along with such a tender bite to it. On top of that, it had fried artichoke in it, that eaten with a bite of the octopus is just perfection. I expect to be back but specifically for a date night. read more

Ocotillo - Ahi Tuna - Small Plate - New American Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

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Five stars all the way! Our server, Mia, absolutely knocked it out of the park. We sat out in the beer garden for Sunday Brunch, and she was attentive, friendly, and on top of everything. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The outdoor space has fans and misters, which makes a huge difference during those hot Arizona summers.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] This spot is definitely **vegan-approved**, and the wine list is impressively extensive. We went with the mimosa bottle for $19, and they serve it with a delicious brut and your choice of juice--absolutely worth it. Portion sizes were just right, and every dish was full of flavor that could impress even the pickiest eater. I'd recommend this place for both small and large groups, but be sure to make reservations ahead of time. [[HIGHLIGHT]]And if the heat is too much, just request indoor seating.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Can't wait to come back! read more

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Our server Craig was perfectly attentive, knowledgeable and friendly. I would have thought I was in a much higher end, highly rated restaurant, than their prices would indicate. Food was delicious, plentiful and beautiful. [[HIGHLIGHT]]And the venue! Oh my heavens it's amazing with beautiful in and outdoor dining with a vibe that is modern, hip yet calm and relaxing.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] This is a gem that you must experience. read more

Ocotillo - Beef ribs with bbq/mole sauce - New American Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

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I honestly can't wait to come back and try other food here. 10/10 for me. First this place was really nice. I liked the entire layout and next time want to sit outside. They had a cool little fire area and what felt like an intimate setting all around. Service was great! Had a couple drinks that I both enjoyed. The el Tigre was my favorite of the two. Chicken wings were awesome. Didn't really like the dip too much. But my absolute favorite was the sweet potato. The flavors were awesome. It had a nice charred crust. Definitely worth a try! read more

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My friends and I came here for a restaurant week, and we sat at the outdoor patio area. It was a hot summer evening but the cooling mist sprayers did their job. I ordered the grilled octopus and the flourless chocolate cake, and both were very good. Service was efficient and friendly, and the overall ambiance was casual and relaxed. read more

Ocotillo - Grilled octopus - New American Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

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[[HIGHLIGHT]]What a beautiful restaurant and perfect choice for our book club discussion this month![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]This restaurant is huge and 75% of it is patio space that is surrounded by mature mesquite trees.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]They have definitely utilized their outdoor space and have big picnic tables set up for large parties, smaller tables as well as several sections of comfortable seating if you just want to chill, chat and have some drinks.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] We did have a reservation for 10:30am on Sunday, but it wasn't needed. [[HIGHLIGHT]]We were seated inside but they have the big doors that's open to the patios so even being indoors kinda feels like you are outdoors.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]The decor is clean and modern. They had gorgeous pictures of AZ hung up, which just added to the outside feel.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Anyway on to the food. We ordered a few appetizers for the table: Eggplant Meatballs (order them!!), Ahi Tuna (order it!!) and the churros (good but basic). For my entree I chose the Ocotillo Breakfast that came with avocado toast, eggs and what I thought was cornbread but turned out to be the most delicious fried mashed potatoes they called a Hash Cake. My breakfast was amazing. Everything was cooked perfectly and man that Hash Cake was such a Devine surprise! I'd definitely return to Ocotillo. This would also be a great place to take out of town guests! read more

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Ocotillo has been on my list for awhile, so was so stoked for the opportunity to give them a visit recently! We were able to walk right in on a Monday evening and our group of three was promptly seated. I had made a reservation on the way there, just in case, but did not seem needed. The outside space is beautiful and boasts lighting all over the property. Though it was a tad chilly so we opted for the indoor dining room. We were greeted twice by two seperate servers that they would be our server and asking for our drink order, so bit of a disconnect at the beginning, but many places have a team approach, though we had only one moving forward. We went the family style route and ordered the tuna, OG cauliflower and beet small plates, followed by the shrimp ravioli, daily fish and chitarra. Before ordering we asked the server her opinion to help us narrow down the list as well as confirming menu items that did not have meat. She was not super decisive nor guided us regarding the menu and did say anything regarding our final order. The first course of small plates was lovely and everything tasted fresh and had great flavors. We had ordered bread, which was forgotten, but after ordering pasta we were fine doing without and didn't mention it. Two of the main dishes came out, both pastas, but the main fish dish did not for about another 10-15 minutes. It turned out one of the pasta dish we had included a pork fat based sauce/butter, which after inquiring on meat, would have been nice had it been mentioned. Thus the pasta was not able to be enjoyed by the full table. All the items were flavorful and fresh, but the overall service and disconnet on meal timing left a less than stellar experience overall. We also did make note in our reservation that we would be celebrating a birthday, which seemed to not be communicated and the server asked at the end of the meal if we wanted dessert or were celebrating anything, which we communicated we were celebrating a birthday. She then did bring out a complimentary dessert. At this time they only offered a single item, which was their brown butter cake with dulce de leche and strawberries, but with no candle as they were out. It was unique, not standout, but tasty! Overall, we did enjoy our food and space, but the service left something to be desired. read more

Ocotillo - Fresa picante cocktail - New American Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

I came here for happy hour and it was absolutely delicious. I will be back for a full meal. We had the mule and margarita, both of which were yummy but strong. The food was the real winner though. Trust me, get the eggplant meatballs!! Looking at the larger menu, I am excited charred sweet potato and will update how it is. Our waitress was lovely, she gave us recommendations for the menu and kept on checking on us to make sure we had enough time to take advantage of the happy hour prices. Even though we were there on a weekday evening, it was pretty full! We sat outside to get some fresh air and also so my friend could bring her dog. I am excited to bring more friends back here because it is certainly a treat. read more

Ocotillo - Eggplant Meatballs - New American Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

The perfect vibe when sitting outside! The shrimp ravioli from the Feb 2025 menu was to die for - I could have eaten 3 more servings of it. The pork belly was unfortunately not great as the piece I received did not have a good layer of meat. Service was very nice - there was a specific outdoor situation that the staff apologized profusely for. read more

Ocotillo - Caesar salad - New American Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

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Went here for a birthday party (20+ people) so we had a couple tables outside. For the large party we had, the service was great. They had multiple people waiting on us at the same time and everything came out farely quickly. I had the bolognese, which was good but it does stray away from the traditional recipe and uses shredded beef instead of ground. Will definitely be back to try with a smaller party! read more

Ocotillo - Espresso Martini - New American Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

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Honestly, this was a blind try but one of the BEST tacos! 10/10! The next time I'm in PHX this will be my first spot read more

This is my second time going and I was not impressed. The menu doesn't stand out and the pork chop was subpar. The waitress said the top three items were two do the pastas and the chicken. When I asked between the top pasta the chicken and the pork chop she suggested the pork chop. No biggie but different from initial top suggestions. I didn't see any sides on the menu just the protein and the onion apple it was made in. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Beautiful park like outside area.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Not sure why truly but both times I went I was not impressed. read more

The food is usually VERY GOOD! Dinner and brunch! Ocotillo is my go to for a good meal and great service and a nice, relaxing atmosphere. It's soothing, love the mood lighting and the clean aestethic. read more

Super cute patio brunch spot. Be aware that you may have to share a table with others when seated outside (picnic table style). The service was slow, even when they were not busy. But the food is great! Squash flautas are spaghetti squash which is well seasoned and unique. My mom loved the mediterranean breakfast as well with all the variety. read more

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Our server Greg was amazing. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Best Mothers Day brunch.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Must have items are eggplant meatballs and steak. Ahi amazing too. read more

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I haven't been back to ocotillo in about 5 years so it was nice to dine here again when it isn't during COVID. We had reservations made for our large party of 12 and only had to wait ~5 min when we arrived for them to prep our area. There was another graduation lunch/party outside, but it was way too hot for us to be out on the patio during lunch. The brunch menu is great and the drinks came out wonderful. I single handedly finished off the beet appetizer, it actually ended up being my favorite thing of the day (if you like the taste of beets). They even came out with complimentary celebratory desserts for our graduation. Thank you! read more

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Super cool vibes at this restaurant. Lighting was perfect in both indoor and outdoor dining space. Lots of patio seating and heating sources, which were great on a mid-November evening. We enjoyed the menu with family-style plates, which was a great way to sample a lot of different dishes. Standouts for me were the sundried strawberries with ricotta and crostini (appetizer), super fresh ahi tuna (appetizer), and salmon with a bit of a kick (entree). Would definitely recommend these plates. Worth noting that the ribeye was overly fatty and the lemon bars were super sweet. All the waitstaff were very attentive and friendly. No one had an empty glass and the food kept coming. Overall, great dining experience for a large group. Would recommend to anyone looking for a hip spot for a gathering with friends/family or even a hot date! read more

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Vegan reviewer here! I went to Ocotillo for date night and was pleasantly surprised. I went on a Thursday night and had a reservation and was greeted and seated immediately. There was a lot of availability in the restaurant so a reservation wasn't necessary. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The restaurant has a small dining area and patio area for seating but had a huge area in the back for large parties which was well lit and looked cute.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]We sat outside which was popular that night.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]The table was wobbley and noticed the ones next to us were as well so we dealt with it.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] My boyfriend and I ordered cocktails which were good. I got the Yuzu paloma which wasn't sweet and I liked it. I noticed there were several vegetarian options but not many vegan options especially for main entrees but after chatting with the waitress she was able to make an entree, the bucatini pasta, vegan. We also ordered the charred sweet potato as an appetizer (labeled vegan) and my bf ordered the chicken. The sweet potato came out first and it was HUGE! It's listed as a small plate but it was served on a large plate with 3 halves and a salad. It was pretty straight forward but we enjoyed how fresh and crisp the dish was. Next our entrees came out. I was pleased with my pasta and enjoyed it. My bf's chicken entree came out and was also huge! We ended up with left overs and had a great time. The wait staff was attentive and prompt and recommended we stop by for brunch. It was a cute, local spot that I would recommend. read more

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I'm updating a 3 star review with a 3 star review. We won't be back. Nothing worth noting here. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The ambience is lack there of.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The welcome was bleak, the service was align with the welcome. We ordered the burrata, the roasted grapes were cool (probably the best part of the whole experience), also ordered a pasta (was very spicy without stating on the menu nor did the server tell me), the arugula salad was the best dish we ordered. The crispy chicken dish, hot chicken over a bed of cold pasta salad... I am no chef but this was gross. Sad because we used to venture here years ago and I guess it's just not the same. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Also, there was a stray cat eating off a plate outside (cutest thing we saw but probably not sanitary since they barely wiped the table down that it was standing on.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

This was a great meal! I had their tuna appetizer which was very fresh and delicious. I also enjoyed the salmon. It was cooked well and had a good sauce / flavor to it. This was an expensive meal but was worth it in my opinion. Their patio space is very nice on a cooler night! read more

Quiet Nights 8:45 PM on a Friday. Maybe it's the closing time 10 PM. Or perhaps the walls hold tales of clandestine rendezvous. Shhh... The parking lot may be small, but it's like a hidden gem--a cozy nook where cars snuggle up like old friends. Service: Ah, Zach--the enigmatic server/bartender. His pace? Slower than a sloth on a Sunday morning. His friendliness? About as warm as a frozen pizza. Zach, is like the 1995 DMV worker, navigating the labyrinth of drink orders. But fear not!Because the Bartender Assistant the Politeness Personified the James Bond of bartenders--shaken, not stirred. he was nice and helpful. Curious about prime ribs? Ask away! Our bartender assistant tells us the secrets of the fridge. And guess what? Cold dry prime rib. And He's all ears for our genius idea: email notifications when prime ribs grace the menu. Menu: Decent, but not a symphony of choices. It's like a minimalist art exhibit--bold strokes, but you crave more canvases. I got the Eggplant Balls and Polenta: The polenta? A symphony of yumminess--like a jazz band jamming in your mouth. The balls? Good, perhaps a tad extra crunchy. Minty Lemonade: A Refreshing Disappointment Hold your horses! The $5 minty lemonade arrives. But where's the fanfare? No lemon slide, no mint leaf. Café Rio and Habit Burger lemonade laugh in the face of this version. read more

Ocotillo - Menu May 2024 - New American Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

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Service was excellent. No lingering here with the staff they were working hard making sure everything was perfect The big negative was the table placement. This is not a fast food type restaurant so I really don't want to be part of the conversations of the diners on either side of me. Started with the Balsamic strawberries herbed ricotta. The strawberries were AMAZING. I could have eaten just a those in a bowl. More ricotta would have been nice. We had the buttermilk pork chop and the pappardelle with beef Ragu sauce Both were excellent. The ragu was sublime. There was a little heat in the sauce which was so good. My chief complaint with this dish was the really small bowl it was served in. Made it really hard to maneuver the food. The bread was perched in a precarious manner on the edge of the bowl The pork chop was tender. Delightful combination with the apple. Once more the size of the bowl/plate and maneuvering the chop to cut was an issue. The meal was so good and the anticipation of the dessert menu was pretty high. When I saw the menu I thudded to earth pretty quickly. There was the ubiquitous flourless chocolate cake or lemon blueberry cake. I am sure both would have been nice, but after such a great meal the dessert selection was sad read more

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We had a wonderful Dinner at this restaurant. It is a little walk from the parking lot to the front door there is a small dining area and it has a really nice clean line vibe very aesthetically pleasing. There is a small bar in the entry area. Very nice The outside patio is fantastic it is absolutely gorgeous. It Has an outside bar with a huge sitting area. A huge walkway very nice. Lots of misters this is great for the fall time in Arizona and the nice weather, but I'm sure not very good in the summer. We ordered the duck breast, the beef, ribs, and the chicken with potato dish We ordered the squash, blossom appetizer, and the rib appetizer For dessert, we ordered the pistachio dessert and the tiramisu You need to come hungry if you order those beef ribs it's a huge portion. The sauce is very good. Has a little spice to it very well made. The duck breast was suggested cook cooked medium and it was absolutely delicious cooked very nicely. The duck had an seared apricot and I like fruity meat dishes and some smear on the bottom It was tasty The chicken with the potatoes now that was very different. It was the orange broth kind of mixture underneath the potatoes which I had never had before but once again, I am open to new experiences and new flavors. My niece was not so interested in the potato and orange combo so she didn't eat that, but I thought it was OK. It was just different. But the chicken itself was very good The desserts were absolutely delicious. I think it was the best tiramisu I've ever had and the pistachio was really tasty. So now the service, we had an amazing attentive server he told us about the specials and he gave us plenty of time to enjoy your appetizers chat and order. It was very quiet in the restaurant this night. We were just enjoying our dinner and it was just a great lovely experience and we will be back. read more

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It was my 75 th Birthday and we decided to dine at Ocotillo. We began with cocktails and appetizers the cauliflower was delicious, and the beet platter was a standout! We included the Burrata and prosciutto platter which was also very good. Then the main course came, I choose the homemade pasta with prawns and the sauce was quite flavorful . My husband ordered the rib eye steak, with mashed potato's , asparagus and broccoli. The portions were huge , each entree delicious! We had so much to take home , we enjoyed another meal the next day! The service was excellent, [[HIGHLIGHT]]the interior very cozy[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]]. They brought us a slice of flourless chocolate cake with homemade ice cream and raspberry coulis....Just decadent. We definitely will return to try more items on the menu soon! read more

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The cocktails here are outstanding. I mean for real. Like good luck making something this exceptional at home. I recommend the 'no rest for the wicked' espresso martini. Hands down. Superb. Sit at the.bar. Highly skilled bartenders. Fair prices. read more