The food was amazing! I ordered the chicken and shrimp burrito and it was perfection. The…read morecomplementary fish broth was out of this world wonderful. The crab cakes were good. Th Service was good and the ambiance was perfect . Not too loud and the restaurant had vacation vibes. I'll definitely be back. I didn't have time to take pics, I was too busy eating

First, the service here was great. It started with beakers of broth, and learning what we wanted…read moreright away. Later, our server had a leaky wooden platter that almost dripped on me. She reacted quickly, avoided disaster, apologized, cleaned up the mess, gave extra napkins, and comped me on my drink. Our steaks were absolutely delicious, our pasta was al dente as we like it, and our fish was perfectly flaky and moist. Compliments to the chef, except for failing to spot the platter crack at the pass. Parking is easy and plentiful. 4 dinners, 3 drinks, an appetizer, and a free birthday flan were $280 with tax and tip. Not cheap, but worth it for us. BTW, we're seeing more AI electronic wall displays, and BLU is no exception. The loop of the infinity pool and shoreline from inside a beach cabana was more relaxing than annoying - YMMV if you are an artist.

Absolutely love Buck & Rider in Gilbert! The atmosphere is always great, the food and drinks are…read moreexcellent, and the service keeps me coming back. A special shoutout to Jen behind the bar! she is fantastic! She's friendly, personable, attentive, and always makes sure everyone is taken care of, even when the bar is busy. She has a great personality and makes you feel welcome from the minute you sit down. You can tell she genuinely cares about giving her customers a great experience. If you're stopping by Buck & Rider Gilbert, grab a seat at the bar and ask for Jen. She's a huge part of what makes this place a 5-star experience. Highly recommend!

Yes went there with a party of 10 for a 18th birthday! food was amazing service was great! And the…read morespecial touches were just perfect!

Hubby and I really enjoyed the plethora of seafood options. They have these steam pots in the…read morecenter of the restaurant so you can see how they assemble some of their dishes which was cool to watch. We tried one of their house steam pot specialties and a seafood tower. The seafood was fresh and you can try a little bit of everything, but I think next time, we'll opt for one of their house favorites instead.

Came with friends for a celebration dinner. We've eaten here many times previously and one of our…read moremost favorite things here are the crab cakes! Come for the crab cakes!!! I had ice tea and wife ordered the blood orange jenny drink; both were great and refreshing! I also ordered a loaf of their warmed sourdough and butter to share with the table. Almost like being in San Francisco! For dinner we decided to share a couple of things; the crab cakes, which comes with fried avocado and some of the best aioli for dipping. The cakes themselves are big and full of crab with just the right amount of filling to create a decadent and moist cake! We also shared the seared jumbo scallops...High Tides knows how to cook scallops to the best! So yummy and tender and perfectly cooked with that crispy outer and the soft, creamy inside. We also shared a Caesar salad and one of the things we love about this place...ask and you can get some fresh anchovy on the side to add to the salad. Wife always asks for more lemon as well to drizzle over the salad. Overall a fantastic dinner for us and everyone with us!

A Hidden Gem You NEED to Try - Don't Let This Place Stay a Secret!…read moreI've been to Sage & Barrel Craft Eatery a few times now, and every visit leaves me wondering why this place isn't packed every single night. We stopped in on a Monday evening and had the whole vibe almost to ourselves--such a shame because this spot is seriously awesome and deserves a full house! The atmosphere is so vibey--warm, inviting, perfectly lit with that perfect mix of casual and upscale that makes you want to settle in and stay awhile. It feels special without being stuffy, great for date nights, family dinners, or just unwinding with friends over craft beers (their selection is impressive--40+ local options with plenty on tap). But the real star? The food. Everything is scratch-made with fresh, high-quality ingredients, and you can taste the care in every bite. Deeply flavorful, innovative twists on classics, generous portions, and consistently excellent. Whether you go for the Nashville hot chicken and waffles, fish & chips, burgers, or whatever catches your eye, it's all done right. No frozen junk here--just real, delicious food that keeps you coming back. Queen Creek (and the East Valley) needs more places like this. Support local, support quality, and help keep this gem thriving so it doesn't disappear. We'll definitely be back--next time on a busier night so more people can discover it! If you're in the area, do yourself a favor and go. Tell your friends. Mondays (and every night) deserve Sage & Barrel. You won't regret it.

Unfortunately, our experience at Sage & Barrel in Queen Creek was horrible, and we will not be…read morereturning. From the moment we arrived, the host was not welcoming at all. There was no smile, greeting, or sense that we were happy to be there. Our server was very nice personally, but the service was incredibly disorganized. What made it even more frustrating was that she only had two tables, and the restaurant was not busy. My husband's meal never came out, and she did not even notice that he was still waiting for it. While we were waiting for his food, she brought us a drink we had never ordered. She also filled my kids' lemonades with water. The food was just as disappointing. The salmon was extremely dry and hard, and the pasta noodles my kids ordered were hard as well. After waiting and realizing my husband's meal was never coming, we asked for the bill. At that point, our server actually asked if my husband was ready to order... even though he had already ordered and had been waiting for his meal the entire time. Our bill ended up being high, which made the experience even more frustrating because we spent that much money and left feeling like we received essentially nothing worth coming back for. We all left hungry. Mistakes happen, but this was not one small mistake. It was a series of issues with the service, drinks, food, and basic attentiveness, especially considering the restaurant was not busy. For the amount we paid, we expected a completely different experience. Unfortunately, we will not be back.

I often referred to this place as my "secret" Pho restaurant. It's in a very nondescriptive strip…read moremall on the border between Mesa and Gilbert. Happened to find this place on a whim years ago and have been a loyal customer ever since. They have the best Pho I've tried in the valley. The wait staff is always on point, and I've never had to wait to be seated. Great ambience, very chill vibe. The very minor downside about this place is because it is family owned, occasionally I've shown up to eat and there was a sign on the door indicated the business was closed temporarily. I believe the family that owns it takes a break and travels overseas. Overall, this is one of my favorite places to eat in the Phoenix Metro area!

I haven't been in the restaurant but I have had the steak Pho delivered several times. Absolutely…read moreamazing always fresh! Absolutely the best Pho I've had that didn't come from bà ngoại kitchen! I have never had any issues with the quality of food, packaging, temperature or rate of time food is prepared, so i cannot speak on their customer service. However, I do enjoy the sweet Thank you sticker they put on the bag(s). So I'm willing to bet the in house service is excellent.

Server was so nice and patient as we had not have Korean bbq before. The spicy squid was…read morerecommended and delicious! The bulgogi was DELICIoUS but could have had more meat. And the bibimbap was also fire and the portion size was generous. The soup was also very good and we loved all the sides especially the kimchi. We would have preferred booth seating but there were only chairs. Also there was a weird chemical smell when we first walked in

The food is great. I have been here multiple times having an array of their items and their sides…read more Everything has been great. Their soondubu (tofu soup) in particular is great. I recommend the mushroom if you like mushrooms. Bulgogi is great, seafood pancake is bomb, and the side dishes are always in point. The service is fine they are generally attentive and are usually kind.

It was our first time here which is surprising since we live less than 5 minutes away. We got there…read morearound 5p on a Friday and were seated right away. It definitely got busier as we were dining. Our server was Tammy and she was really attentive and nice. She went through the menu with us as it was our first time there. There were 2 of us and we got: 2lbs crawfish, 1 lbs mussels, 3 corn, 4 potatoes, and 2 orders of the sausages (4pc). We ordered the trifecta sauce, hot. It was the perfect amount for the both of us. I loved that they gave us a little extra sauce on the side so we could dip each piece. The food came out pretty quickly as well. There was also a handwashing station nearby so you didn't have to go all the way to the bathrooms to wash your hands. They give you all the supplies you need to eat such as gloves, hand wipes, bibs. We'll definitely be back!!

If you know me, or read my reviews, you know I love snow crab legs. This is the closest location to…read moremy house to get my fix, so I stopped in with my boyfriend previously. I had been here a few times since it first opened, but it had been a while since the last visit. Upon entering, we were immediately greeted and sat. Our server was very friendly and attentive. Even offered a recommendation for a seasonal drink that was pretty refreshing. What We Ordered: ~ Angry Edamame: Always love edamame, and add some seasoning with a little spice - perfection! ~ Snow Crab (trifecta, spice level 3) + corn: My usual go to, but wish I did Level 4 though the server talked me out of it saying it's a big jump between the two levels. Next time, I'm going for it! Pretty decent flavor, though I've preferred other crab boils in the valley recently. ~ Fried Oyster Po Boy: My boyfriend said he wasn't a big fan of this comparative to the ones he has had growing up in Florida. Definitely a pass for next time. ~ Hot Honey Blueberry Lemonade: Very refreshing and perfect for the Arizona heat. Definitely love to see this drink on the menu or seasonally. Overall, a great experience with a low key atmosphere that you'd expect for a crab shack. Love the sinks to wash your hands! A great place for us in the east valley to get our seafood boil fix.

My first time here: I will definitely be back and wish there was one closer to home. I decided to…read morecheck this out after a doctor appointment heading back home due to the massive closure of all Salad & Go. Apparently, the original owners sold to a private equity firm 5-6years ago and those owners started the Angie's. All this girl wants is a practical healthy salad on the go. I can't stand fast-food chains version of salads and this is why I was Salads & Go's hugest fan. The quality got crappy the last several years and prices just went insane. I stopped here and had no idea what to do, lol. There is a QR code to order from your phone so I proceeded with that method while in the drive-thru. I find it funny that they have posted statements about their method of service noting that they don't mean to be rude. Reading other comments posted here complaining about the lack of customer service is entertaining. They strive for an automated service which I appreciate but can also see how this can also repel those who are social chatter bugs and even the senior population.... Possibly first-timers too ‍ I ordered the Chicken Greek Salad. This is my favorite meal of all time. It's the one thing I can eat over and over. Yes, I will miss that creamy feta Greek dressing from Salad & Go but their traditional Greek dressing here is also amazing. What was the best part was the grilled chicken!! It was perfect! The entire salad was fresh and the perfect size! I hate when establishments push huge portions and want you to pay astronomical prices. People don't need to eat that much and it's such a waste of food and money. I got this salad all under $6 with taxes and all. That's the way it should be- a perfectly size healthy fresh meal and on the go!! The part that made me especially happy is the packaging! The salad comes in an environmentally friendly container; just the plastic lid and I'm sure they chose that for aesthetic purposes so that you can see it immediately. They also post about not accepting bag/utensils/etc if not needed. Something I opt out when I'm taking it directly home or it's for work where I had silverware on hand.

The food is good here as expected at Angie's. They got a nice variety to their menu of burritos,…read moresalads, sandwiches and plenty other items. The quality of the food is overall good too as I can tell it's organic and fresh. However, here's where the criticisms come in to why I am giving a 3/5. My family and I ordered our meal at 5:45 and was supposed to be ready by 6:05. We get there at 6:07 and it's not ready yet. Even though we weren't the only one's waiting as there was plenty others waiting outside for their meals too, it took them like 20 mins to get our food ready so we can leave. While it was still warm and flavorful, it was not good with how long it took to get our food. I understand that it is hard when you're low on staff or can only make so much at once. But it's not good to lie to customers like that when their meals should be ready. In the end, good but needs to be improved with the flow and making process.

This is hands down one of our favorite restaurants! The spicy won tons, brisket ramen and Mongolian…read morebeef are our go-tos! The customer service is amazing, Abby and Yang are so personable and sweet and exceptionally attentive. Also, you can't beat the prices!

I've been wanting to try this place ever since they opened and I left today a bit disappointed…read more I ordered the wagyu brisket mini-hotpot-for-one and a Thai fried rice. The hotpot was a bit bland and I had to add quite a bit of soy sauce to taste anything as I went with the Szechuan broth. The fishball with roe had a really off putting taste to it either it was old or a different brand used because they are typically quite good. This is the first time where I was unable to eat it due to the flavor and texture. Traditionally hotpot is served with a side of dipping sauce to accommodate with the proteins/veggies. Since there wasn't any, the only option was soy sauce lol... Overall quite bland and pricey for what you get compared to other places. The Thai fried rice was interesting. I wasn't sure what was "Thai" about it because it tasted like a typical fried rice. It wasn't bad, but it wasn't great. It had good flavor compared to the bland hotpot. At the time of my visit it was pretty empty and no one checked on us the entirety of the meal and I had to stand up to try and find a server to check out. Maybe the entryway blocks the view of the servers? Idk. The silverware was also dirty. Asked for a new spoon and there was a small food but stuck on it alongside my plate having some oil on it. I dont see myself coming back here but I do wish them the best. Theres not a lot of asian businesses in East Mesa, especially ones that offer hotpot.

Good evening folks, tonight's dinner we will be celebrating a Birthday of a great friend Nichole,…read moreoh to be 25 again lol. This was our first time for us at Bourbon & Bones so hoping for a good experience, we didn't wait long to be seated and immediately our drink order was taken . It wasn't long and our dinner order was taken. We ordered several items and decided to share each so we could try a little of everything, our choices were perfect and everything was good. We all had a good time and would say the staff was very helpful and friendly with any questions we had, the Ambiance was very nice, the decor was nicely done as well, I will put this as one of my top 3 to go to for a nice evening out. Thanks Bourbon & Bones for a good evening out with friends.

Disappointing Anniversary Dinner - Expected More for the Price…read more My wife and I decided to celebrate our anniversary here after getting recommendations from friends who spoke highly of the place. Since we're in the Gilbert area, we loved the idea of a great steakhouse without the drive to Scottsdale. We went in with high expectations -- we're no strangers to special occasion dining, so we knew what we were hoping for. Unfortunately, the experience fell short in almost every way. The ambience and service felt more like a polished chain restaurant than the upscale dining experience the prices suggest. For a $300-$400 dinner for two, you expect a certain level of attentiveness and flow -- and we just didn't get it. After our appetizers, we noticed we never received the pretzel bread everyone raves about. When I asked our waiter, he said they had just finished baking a fresh batch. When it arrived, it was cold -- so that clearly wasn't the case. We also had to flag our waiter down to take our entrée order, which shouldn't happen at this price point. My steak was fine -- just fine. My wife's fish was the same. Nothing memorable, nothing that made us feel like the bill was justified. By the end of the meal we were both ready to leave. Our waiter did offer a complimentary dessert for our anniversary, which was a nice gesture, but we were already checked out mentally and chose to go somewhere else to finish the evening on a better note. If you're in the East Valley looking for a truly special dinner, I'd honestly just make the drive to Mastro's Oceans Club or Steak 44.