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    4.6 (634 reviews)
    Closed 12:00 pm - 11:00 PM
    Updated 1 week ago

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    Jaquay R.

    What a lovely place. A rooftop restaurant can't be beat. The views are refreshingly lovely. The decor is warm with appealing earth tones. You definitely get the Mediterranean vibe throughout the restaurant. The servers were so awesome. Considerate and helpful. Checking in often without it being overwhelming. Joseph was the best. I ordered the calamari for an appetizer, Truffle Filet skewer as my entree, and olive oil cake for dessert. I loved the calamari and olive oil cake. The calamari was cooked perfectly with a light batter. My only qualm was they were not hot. The olive oil cake with the raspberry compote was so so good. I don't think I ever had whipped labneh before this, but it was amazing. The sweetness was well balanced which left my tastebuds happy. I could eat this all day every day. The entree was ok. One steak skewer and a cup of rice with a shishito pepper garnish. I'll be back for appetizers and dessert.

    Branzino
    Daniel D.

    I returned and Thea showed up this time . Thank you to Mark the manager for making sure we were treated right to celebrate our parties big moment this is what I was expecting the first time I came in and they didn't disappoint. We had two different dips, the calamari , 2 drinks and the branzino. The food here is always good everything is so yummy but what excelled this time around was the service . Our server ( can't remember his name but had face tattoos ) he checked in on us, made sure we were ok but wasn't over bearing , he was so great and friendly . The ambience was nice we went at 6pm on a Friday and it def was very busy so def get a reservation but the lighting and view is very nice . At first I wasn't Impressed but now Thea showed me the kind of experience they are capable of thank you to all the staff and management 10/10

    Skirt steak with arugula and roasted potatoes.
    Vlad V.

    I checked out thea for my birthday dinner on a Sunday. Located on the rooftop of the Global Ambassador Hotel, this Mediterranean restaurant was quite the experience. Parking is valet only, but since I'm not about that life, I found some parking on the street in a residential neighborhood five minutes away on foot. Ambiance (5/5): Definitely one of the areas in which thea shines. While they have both an indoor and outdoor area, I highly recommend sitting outside on the rooftop. If you do, you'll experience scenic views of the mountains in the background. If you can catch a sunset here, even better. Outside of the views, the restaurant has the fresh decor you would expect from a Mediterranean/Greek restaurant. There's also an outdoor area, and an indoor bar area, if you're just looking for drinks. Service (5/5): Attentive, friendly, and efficient service. Exactly what I was hoping for, especially on my birthday. They were kind enough to hook me up with a dessert for my special day. Much appreciated! Drinks (4.5/5): A full bar with a nice wine list and an interesting cocktail menu. I split a bottle of wine with my parents, but also started off with a refreshing cocktail. Food (5/5): I started off with the flaming saganaki because how can you say no to cheese flambeed table side. Dinner with a little entertainment. If you've never had saganaki cheese, it's a delicious Greek cheese. Pair it with some pita bread and you have yourself a delicious app. From there, I had the grilled skirt steak with crushed potatoes. Naturally, I ordered my steak medium rare. The skirt steak was sliced and cooked perfectly. The potatoes were well seasoned and paired nicely with the steak. All in all, a perfect meal. My parents similarly had great things to say about their selections. Thea isn't cheap. And it does have the see and be seen type of vibe which I'm not a big fan of. Yet, despite all of that, it's an excellent dining experience all-around. While it's more of a special occasion type of spot in my book, I'm definitely looking forward to stopping by again sometime!

    Decadent Spicy Margarita on rooftop
    Joneice B.

    Such an enjoyable afternoon. Came here on my husband birthday to have some cocktails and appetizers with a Mountain View. We didn't have a reservation but they allowed us to have a few cocktails on the patio, as long as we were up before their 5:30pm reservation. On this occasion, we had the Calamari, Muhammara and Manti Dumplings. The Calamari and Dumplings were great. I would pass on the Muhammara. Would have loved to dine here so next time will make a reservation. The views, quality of drinks and most of the service was impressive and impeccable. Down to the uniforms, this place is high on impressions and they made a good one. Appreciate the special care they put into making my husband Birthday Happy Hour special!!! Tips, no Happy Hour and reservations are highly recommended. Valet at the Global is cheaper than the self-serve parking lot.

    théa salad
    Nick C.

    Came here for brunch on a Saturday and it was really busy. Fortunately, we had a reservation. All of the food was really good. My favorite was the théa salad. I loved the halloumi in the salad. The dumplings are good to, but I loved the hummus and whipped ricotta. If I had to choose, I would probably prefer the whipped ricotta but both are delicious. The pistachio cheesecake was also really tasty

    Chicken skewers
    Matthew V.

    Great experience.. Great hospitality... Everything was so good... Everything is meant to be shared like family style.. Good portion... I ordered the shrimp scampi, calamari and chicken skewer... The peach mocktail is my favorite!! You need reservations.. Vibes is elite here and always buzzing with good energy.

    View of Camelback
    Kayla M.

    Made a reservation for Friday for 3 people the Sunday prior. The only available times were either 4:15pm or 8:30pm. We went with 4:15pm. It was not super busy when we arrived. We were seated outside and they had misters on full blast to help mitigate the heat. The views at Thea are spectacular. From one side you can see downtown Phoenix, and from the other you can see Camelback Mountain. Our server took our drink order quickly, but it took a significant amount of time for our drinks to actually arrive. I ordered the Peach Bisous, which is a mocktail. I have had it before here, and it is a favorite of mine. Our server was very helpful and knowledgeable about the food menu, which was great. We ordered the Baba Ghanoush as a shared plate to start. It took about 15 minutes to arrive. After we finished the pita bread it came with, we asked our server for more. This second portion did not arrive until after we finished our entrees. As my entree, I ordered the Crispy Falafel and Sumac Yams. This took about 20 minutes to arrive. Overall, the Falafel was good. It came with a spicy dollop on top which I asked my server to put on the side (that did not happen despite me being incredibly clear I did not want anything spicy on the dish). The Yams were delicious. It took me by surprise how good they were. One annoying thing was how often we had servers and busboys trying to take our plates before we had finished everything. It happened multiple times throughout the course of our meal and made us feel like we were being rushed. Overall, service was decent. The speed of service was below average, which was ironic given the fact that we felt they were trying to rush us. The food was above average, and the views are spectacular.

    Shrimp orzo dish
    Amber M.

    I finally made it to Thea and it did not disappoint. The views are absolutely gorgeous with camelback mountain as the backdrop. We enjoyed the calamari, salmon and shrimp dish. Our server Ryan was very sweet and did a great job. Great food, atmosphere and people watching. Make a reservation.

    Zucchini chips
    Larry D.

    This place is big and busy, but they delivered on all levels. Energetic atmosphere. Service on point. Started out with the whipped ricotta and zucchini chips. The Branzino was fantastic. Nice portion and very tasty sauce. Spouse had the chicken skewer which she greatly enjoyed. Finished off with the lemon oil cake. Highly recommend this place. Can't wait to go back and try some of the other things.

    Spicy tuna roll
    Tara H.

    Last minute decision to go to Global Ambassador and so glad we did! I had only been once before during a calm weekday happy hour so this was a completely different vibe. This time it was packed with security at the door and a full reservation line. We didn't have a reservation but were able to grab a high top by the indoor bar. Layla was our waitress and she was fantastic and very attentive even with how busy it was. We were there from about 9 to 1130 and it definitely felt like the place to be. The food and service were both great despite how crowded it was. Highly recommend the spicy tuna roll, beef dumplings, and chicken kebab. The rice with the kebab was especially flavorful. Would definitely come back!

    Andre T.

    Visiting the area, I wanted to check out Théa. Highly suggest! Located on the 6th floor of the Global Ambassador hotel. Went at noon, right when they opened. Still had to wait like 10 mins. Ordered the Whipped Ricotta and Chicken Souvlaki Skewer. It was the perfect amount. Even with just one skewer. Service was great, everyone was friendly. Plenty of seats, and the views were spectacular. I'm sure sunset would be spectacular. Definitely suggest and will be back!

    Whipped Ricotta
    Toria B.

    If you're in Phoenix around the Global Ambassador hotel, you absolutely have to come to this restaurant. The views are amazing. The food is amazing. The servers are kind and very attentive, friendly and amendable to your needs. While this is Phoenix, it can get very hot if you sit on the outdoor patio, they have misters to keep you cool. I recommend going at sunset to see the sun set over Camelback Mountain. You have to have the whip Ricardo as your appetizer.

    Kelci S.

    Chasing sunsets at Thea! We had a lovely time at Thea. The Global Ambassador Hotel is definitely a hot spot in the Biltmore area. Make sure you book reservations prior to secure a table. They will validate parking if you park at The Bergen across the street. However, that garage is packed, so we ended up paying $10 to valet. You can pay the valet with card or Venmo, which is extremely convenient. The views from the rooftop are absolutely stunning. You have a panoramic view of Camelback Mountain and other mountains around the valley. If you sit on the patio, expect heavy traffic. There will be hotel guest walking back and forth from the rooftop hotel bar. So the drinks & food are pricey, but the food was DELICIOUS! I was impressed with the turkish meatballs & shrimp scorpio. Everything was packed with flavor. We also enjoyed the calamari & brussel sprouts. The atmosphere was gorgeous, and I would recommend checking out Thea at least once while you're in Arizona!

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    Amazing food! Great service from Isaiah he is the reason I will be back. Such a good night

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    Ask the Community - théa

    Do they take walk ins? how long is the wait on saturdays?

    They do take walk-ins. On a normal Saturday you would have a wait. But as the weather gets warmer and it becomes the season, the weight time will get significantly shorter.

    Are children allowed?

    Yes

    What happens if you have an outdoor reservation, but it's raining?

    They text you to inform you you can move to indoor if available. I used the reservation app to switch to indoors to secure a table.

    If we came in for an early dinner and drinks after a hike would we be out of place?

    Yes, I think that may be too casual.

    Is there complimentary valet parking?

    No, it's $10. Just at their earlier this week and that was the price.

    Are you allowed to bring in outside cakes and will they help bring out the cake during dessert time?

    yes

    Do you need a reservation to get a drink at the bar?

    No and they have two bars to hang out at, inside and outside.

    What is the dress code?

    The dress code at thea is technically smart casual at minumum, but most people you'll see anywhere in The Global Ambassador Hotel (where thea is located) are dressed up a bit more than that. Kind of a place to see and be seen... but there's… Read more

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    A must try in Phoenix. Decorated as a Pullman train car; they really put their all into the…read moreexperience. Jay was our bartender and took great care. Taught about the drinks and had extensive knowledge of the menu and recommendations. The drinks are good and mixed well. The lobster toast is necessary. Great for family or a date night. Check it out.

    Last night we took a trip to 1925 Manhattan and never left Phoenix. This was our second visit to…read morethe unique bar experience that is Platform 18. It is one of 3 themed bars at this location. This one is a recreation of a train traveling through changing scenery. This trip was 1925 Manhattan including the old For Model T trains that are showing on the screens that act as windows outside the train car moving by as if you were traveling including the sounds of the engine and whistle. The drinks are very creative. As I have been staying away from Alcohol lately, the even had Non Alcohol drinks like my Son of a Beecher made with Dutch East India Trading Spiced Gin, Cynar, Yuzu, Ginger, Strawberry, Pineapple, Lemon, Sanpellegrino Prickly Pear zero abv. It was a fantastic drink that you could enjoy slowly as my other 3 guest were thrilled with their Adult beverages. My Associate which is a Bourbon Old Fashion. You get a glass with a large cube but empty. Shortly after an "Associate" comes by and takes a container out of their pocket to provide the banned alcohol of prohibition era. This theater creates a lot of fun. Another is the Paparazzi which is complete with an old fashion bulb camera going off as they appear to be taking a star's picture. The menu changes periodically as does the accompanying theater but it is a very intimate environment and a very clever spot for a date or just getting together with come friends for a different experience. It is reservation only and you get a limited amount of time but our 90 minutes flew by and was time for 3 drinks (and maybe some ice cream). Our previous trip was a winter in CO scenery. The service, atmosphere and creativity makes this a great experience.

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    4.5(207 reviews)
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    Friends and I were killing time before our flights - I'm actually sad we didn't discover this place…read moreearlier for a full meal! As it was, we grabbed a few drinks and a snack. Really good drinks and there are some really unique ones - the Kyoto in Winter came in a very cute teacup, for example! There's a decent mocktail selection, which I appreciated as the DD. We really loved the Knotty Boyz (Garlic Parmesan) - if we hadn't eaten recently we might've ordered more to share!

    I have been thinking about this place since I dined here for the first time…read more Fast-paced service and great pizza slices are $3 on happy hour. I tried the Korean BBQ pizza which was really good. They had a special pizza...The Baked Potato. So happy they offer slices to try. This was pretty tastey with the seasoned potatoes on it. I particularly appreciated that they did not over potato the slice lol. The best part about the pizza in general is that the crust is light and soft. I usually prefer heavy cheese on my pizza but their was just right. I tried the Son of a B*t@# I'm In cocktail that is on happy hour for $10. The simple yet clean ingredients caught my eye...gin, aperol, elderflower, lime l, and honey made for a very refreshing drink. Also, I've been on a kick to enjoy cocktails with no ice, so this was perfect.

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    The Starving Artist - Champagne of Beers were super cold

    Champagne of Beers were super cold

    The Starving Artist - Seems like a cool vibe....let's check it out :)

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    Seems like a cool vibe....let's check it out :)

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