An exceptional dining experience at Lure. Greeted with an energetic welcome and smile from Jo, and…read morelater on Paul, at the bar top. We had a mix of Fish Tacos (Cod, Salmon) along w Creamy Clam Chowder. Tacos had a nice cabbage-slaw bed w an avo crema. Chowder had abundant clams. Lure seems to be a gathering place for regulars, and I understand why... Great food and service!

We had a nice dinner here tonight. We had a server in training and she was working well and made…read moresure we had the stuff we wanted. The calamari was different than it used to be and a lot spicier as well as no legs which was a little disappointing. The tuna ponzu was yummy but still super spicy even with the Serranos on the side. If you're sensitive to spicy stuff definitely be careful! The kids meals came out and the boys loved their food. We tried to ask for ranch a few times but never got it.

Never disappoints, not once. Service is always great and never had a bad bite. Great place to go…read moreand celebrate! Some highlight dishes, Crudo Calamari Voodoo rice Fish is so good, but steaks are top notch too Lemon Meringue Pie!

Always love Buck & Rider. Solid spot for seafood. Let me tell you something. I was craving a…read moremean fish sandwich and some greens. Only spot in town that solidly delivers on both. Normally their lunch sandwich special comes with fries but you can sub it out for the 3 main sides of the day. Options were corn, mashed potatoes, or broccolini. I was craving asparagus or broccolini so it was perfect for me. The greens were lightly charred but crunchy and soft at the same time. Lunch portions of the sandwich also weren't massive. The sandwich had a white fish breaded and fried. The patty was decent without being thick or oily. Good amount of tartar sauce spread on it as well. If the sandwich was any bigger then work afterwards wouldn't have been fun. Oh, also got a delicious dirty martini to pair with the food. Gin served down and it was made to perfection! Including the drink and an $8 tip the total for lunch was $48. Which isn't horrible. Been craving oysters recently so probably will be back for dinner and get an appetizer and dessert too. Good service, fresh seafood, and clean restaurant. I'll be back!

I had an amazing birthday dinner at Alma and my fried Red Snapper was the best I have ever eaten…read more Please bring it back!!!

This review is for the totality of the experience…read more I made an advance reservation at Alma Scottsdale for a mid-sized group of 7 to celebrate a special occasion. Our party arrived right on time for our reservation, but we were not seated until 15 min later because our table was not ready. It took about an additional 15 min to get tap water for the table (there was not enough provided anyways), and to place our orders too another ~20 min. The food did not arrive until 30 min later. For context, we eventually learned that the restaurant was short staffed and the bartender was also operating as our waiter. When the food finally arrived, there was a mix-up on what was delivered. We had checked with the staff who delivered one of the dishes: we ordered the "wild mushroom" side, but what we received did not look quite like it. We asked clarifying questions x2, but were assured, "no, it is the wild mushroom." Turned out, it was the mushroom empanada that was delivered to our table, which we originally did not order. The management did rectify the situation upon the conclusion of the event when we were paying the bill, but to us, it felt a bit accusatory as if we intentionally wanted to cause a huge fuss about the final total, which was absolutely not the case. The food in general was delicious. If this was a more standard dining experience, it would have been 4-5 stars just for the food. The service was very subpar, and really colored the entire experience negatively, therefore the two star review. I understand that staffing shortages happen -- fine. My family has worked in food service as wait staff for 25+ YEARS, so I am empathetic. But for management to ring up our bill and then come confront us in an inflammatory manner, making us feel like we were wrong, on an occasion to celebrate something special, was extremely disappointing.

Great! Great food, great service will definitely go back. We were in town for 4 days and ate…read moredinner here twice, once happened to be on father's day and we were able to get seats at the bar. Each time we had the jalapeño grits with pork belly which is delicious. I got a salad each time, so good, and you can tell the ingredients are fresh. The Waldorf chicken salad I've been craving since we left. I can't remember what my husband got but he enjoyed his as well.

This another one of those reviews where I wish Yelp had half stars. Three stars is too low though…read morel, so four it is. (Ate at the bar) Service was great, drinks were made well. Daily soup was that day was a gumbo with sausage and chicken. Pretty good. I'd order it again but didn't think it's a must have item. Maybe that's why it's part of a rotation? Short rib entree was very good. I felt like the star of the show was the grits though. Maybe they just surprised me. The glaze went nicely with the entire dish too. The short rib itself was short rib... isn't it always great? lol

3.13.26 - We drove all the way to talking stick to eat after the Ostrich festival at Rawhide. Some…read morewanted to gamble and Ocean Trails was still open. They were busy at around 10:15pm so we had to wait a bit for a table. We also had a large group of 8 but luckily we were able to get seated. Our server did an amazing job with our large group. Some in the group ordered pan roasts and some ordered crawfish etouffee. My friend also ordered clams. I always get the combo pan roast here. It's a mix of crawfish, shrimp and crab. Choose your spice level from 1-10. I forgot to specify a number and just said "hot" but it was not spicy enough for me. I normally get 7-8. I ended up adding in all the hot sauce options that were on the table plus some chili powder. Now that had a good kick to it. Ask for that! Price for the combo pan roast has doubled from before! It used to be $20, then it slowly increased to $30, and now it's $40! It's good, but I can also make it at home and get more for my money.

This place feels like someone at the casino ran out of ideas--and space--and decided, "Sure, let's…read morecram a seafood restaurant into this random corner and call it a day." The result is a space so small and awkward it borders on absurd: a few tightly packed tables, a tiny circular bar, and just enough room to guarantee a wait time that feels wildly out of proportion to what's actually being offered. It's wedged at the end of a hallway off the casino floor, with all the ambiance of a service passage. Calling it a restaurant is generous; it's more like a seafood-themed afterthought. Honestly, it would make far more sense as a grab-and-go sandwich counter or coffee stand. As it is, it comes across as the fast-food version of seafood--minus the speed, convenience, or value. I was there with my 21-year-old daughter and we sat at the bar, which turned out to be a mistake. Instead of even the bare minimum of professionalism, the staff treated the space like their personal break room. We were subjected to loud singing, nonstop chatter, and unfiltered complaints about coworkers and management--all happening just a couple of feet away while we were trying to eat. It wasn't just distracting; it was genuinely uncomfortable. There's something uniquely off-putting about paying for a meal while being forced to listen to an impromptu staff gripe session. With so many legitimately good restaurants nearby, there's absolutely no reason to waste time--or money--here. It's the kind of place that makes you immediately regret not going literally anywhere else. I would have happily waited to dine at Orange Sky, where the setting and service actually match expectations. In hindsight, skipping this entirely wouldn't have just been the better option--it would have been the obvious one.

Maple and Ash in Old Town Scottsdale is prefect for a special occasion. I treated my husband for…read morehis birthday and it was an amazing experience! Our server started us off with a complimentary fruity welcome cocktail. We decided to go all out with I Don't Give a F@#k which is a tour of the menu! Our server was able to customize to our taste as my husband is not a fan of salmon. It was worth every penny! I highly recommend Maple and Ash if you want to treat yourself to an incredible dinning experience

Maple & Ash in Old Town Scottsdale is such a fun, indulgent dining spot! They kick things off right…read moreaway with a sweet, fruity complimentary welcome cocktail and incredible free bites, the warm sourdough with light whipped butter and the waffle chips with caviar French onion dip were addictive. The blue "Ocean Eyes" cocktail was great, and the gin-lemon drink our server recommended was super crisp and refreshing. For food, the roasted bone marrow appetizer was deeply rich, perfectly balanced by the pickled onions, herbs, and capers over toast. The roasted lamb chops were cooked to a tender medium-rare, and the cheesy whipped potatoes on the side were silky smooth without a single lump. Fantastic vibe, generous touches, and attentive service all around, definitely worth a visit!

Lovely restaurant with a beautiful setting. The lighting is perfect and the decor is very pleasing…read more Excellent setting for an absolutely fabulous meal. We began the evening with a couple martini's and some mixed drinks (a white Negroni and a margarita). The presentation was flawless and they were delicious. Especially the blood orange and pomegranate martini which is ocean 44's version of a cosmo. For the wine lover there is an extensive selection of beautiful bottles. We went to celebrate my son's 21st birthday and it did not disappoint. We started our meal with the jumbo shrimp cocktail for the table, then a shared Caesar salad and both were delicious. We each had New York strip steak and one was topped with truffle lobster. We also tried the salmon, French fries, and asparagus. Everything was cooked and seasoned to perfection. The restaurant gave my son his choice of dessert, which he chose the new Oreo gelato cake... which he loved. They also gave him a birthday card which was a nice touch and made for such a festive experience. Throughout the evening the service was impeccable. Our server, Shane, was very friendly, knowledgeable and attended to the tables every need. We had a gluten free restriction and he went above and beyond to make sure to accommodate. He and his team of helpers provided a great experience over all. 100% recommend Ocean 44 is a must for the seafood and steak lover.

Food 4/5 Service 100/5…read moreAmbiance 5/5 Cost 2/5 The food and ambiance were outstanding, the service EXCEPTIONAL, however the cost was on the higher side however the quality of the food justifies the cost.

For a little less than a year, my boyfriend and I have said if we make it to our one year of dating…read morethen we'd book our anniversary at Grand Hyatt Scottsdale to try both Richard Blais' restaurants as we are fans of Next Level Chef. On the day of our anniversary, we booked La Zozzona after dining at Tiki Taka the night before (see other page for review). What We Ordered: - Beginning Toast: we tried a lovely brut to toast with, and greatly appreciate the sampling even if we both settled on ordering cocktails instead. - Bread Service (focaccia): we both loved the bread service, and I really enjoyed the rosemary on top. - Classic Negroni: my boyfriend said it was very good, and one of his favorites that he has had dining out with me. - Grey Goose Martini with Blue Cheese Stuffed Olives: my usual is a dirty martini, so I decided to order as they had blue cheese stuffed olives. I started with grey goose, and it was a great martini. - Belvedere Martini with Blue Cheese Stuffed Olives: after my first, I switched to Belvedere as I wanted to determine if I liked Grey Goose better. The jury is still out as both make a great martini, though I forever love Double Cross Vodka that is found at Carthay Circle in Disney's California Adventure. - Crispy Mozzarella: to begin the meal, we started with this as I love cheese and what's not to love about a giant mozzarella stick?! The batter was seasoned well, and was complimented deliciously by the marinara served on the side. - Raviolo, spinach artichoke, crispy shallot butter sauce, cured yolk: our server suggested, though we both didn't particularly care for. We believe it was possibly the cured yolk that was off putting. It's a pass for next time, but we understand it was just not our flavor palate as it was executed well. - Rigatoni "alla Zozzona": A house speciality, so we had to order to try. My boyfriend chose this as his dish and I tried a few bites. Definitely a delicious dish, and he was very pleased with choosing this one. - Dry Aged New York Strip Steak: My choice and don't regret the $110 price tag one bit. This is the dish of ingredients sourced from the top kitchen if this was Next Level Chef. The demi-glace was decadent and rich. It paired beautifully with the steak, and loved the potato purée. Always see purées on Next Level Chef, and other cooking shows, so it was great to see one executed to this caliber. It truly complimented the dish and paired nicely with the roasted carrots and snap peas. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND this dish if you dine here. - Tiramisu: To end on a sweet note, we were intrigued by table side tiramisu as we've had at a different restaurant where they assembled it entirely at your table. This is just scooped from a tray, so the experience was a little disappointing. The flavor of the tiramisu was very coffee forward, so it was still a hit. - Complimentary Anniversary Gelato (Strawberry Shortcake): This came out with a sparkler and an adorned with a beautiful piece of chocolate that said "Happy Anniversary." Though both of us aren't fond of Strawberry Shortcake, we enjoyed the beauty of this dessert and appreciate the gesture. Shout out to Robert and the other staff who made our anniversary feel extra special. If this was Next Level Chef, they would earn the immunity pin! What a beautiful dining room, exceptional dining experience, and incredible service team. One of my top five dining experiences in the last decade - thank you! Our one year anniversary will be hard to top, so perhaps this will become our yearly spot.

I'd give this place zero stars for the food, but I'm giving it one star because the service was…read moregood and the ambiance was decent. The food was a major disappointment. The menu claims the pasta is house-made, but it tasted more like boxed pasta than anything freshly made. Worse, nearly every dish lacked flavor. Nothing stood out, and everything felt bland and forgettable. The gnocchi was especially strange, it had the texture and flavor of stale bread, making it one of the oddest gnocchi dishes I've ever eaten. Across the board, the food felt uninspired and poorly executed. Given that Richard Blais' name is attached to this restaurant, I expected much more. Based on this experience, it's hard to believe he had much involvement in developing the menu.

This is my second time visiting. The place is beautiful. Barrie was my server and she is…read morephenomenal. She is very friendly and attentive. I ordered the bruschetta prosciutto and fig (I give this one a 3/5- there was barely any fig preserves on it) but the sea bass was perfect 10/10 - very fresh dish with lots of veggies. I'll definitely be back.

We stopped in after seeing the Titanic exhibit, and overall I have to say the food was excellent…read more My son and I both had the sea bass, my daughter-in-law had the bruschetta, and my wife had the pizza. Everything was very good, and the sauce on the pizza was especially excellent. Service was good -- not great, but good. The DJ actually added some nice ambience to the place and gave the restaurant a good vibe. Now here's my problem. This is a BIG restaurant. I'm not talking about some tiny little neighborhood place where they have to squeeze every table into every corner. Yet somehow, they sat the four of us right next to the server computer station, where the staff is constantly coming and going, punching in checks, picking things up, walking back and forth -- the whole time you're trying to eat dinner. And to make it worse, that table is close to the front door. This is Arizona. Every time that door opens, you get a blast of heat. I can only imagine in colder weather you'd get the opposite problem. I've been around restaurants a long time, and some tables just shouldn't be tables. That's one of them. I understand nobody wants to give up a four-top, but in a restaurant that size, come on. Move the table or get rid of it. The guest experience should be worth more than squeezing in four extra seats. The food absolutely deserves a return visit. Just do yourself a favor if they try to seat you by that computer station near the front door, ask for another table.

bar had drinks and a lovely was exceptional but what made the night perfect and Ralph two of the…read morebest bartenders you can ever find. They made the entire wonderful wonderful food great environment Michael and Ralph.

Lovely fancy girl's night out or date night. Dark and moody ambiance that definitely sets a bit of…read morea romantic tone. Walking in definitely makes you forget that you're in fashion square. The service was great - I love when they have dedicated servers and food runners vs just anyone coming to your table. It was a team effort and everyone was helpful and provided great recommendations. Let's talk food! The nigiri flight was delicious, but very pricey. I wouldn't do any add ons to it (we did the nigiri of the month which was wagyu with some toppings, but would have preferred just the traditional line up). However, you absolutely don't NEED to get the flight, but make sure you get the yellowtail nigiri because wow - so delicious. The crudo was the best bite all night. So fresh and delicious. Worth every penny. Chicken bao buns were good, but not worth the price. Feel free to skip those! The drinks were delicious. Perfect martinis. The chocolate cake for dessert was good, but again, not really worth the price in my opinion. Overall: it's a fun place to try once, but I don't think I'll be back. I don't think the quality matched the high price point enough to make it worth it. If you're looking for authentic sushi, I would recommend Uchi over Catch.