Cancel

    Open app

    Search

    The Desmond Spirits and Oven

    4.3 (138 reviews)
    ModerateNew American, Bars
    Closed 11:00 am - 11:00 pm

    Order The Desmond Spirits and Oven Takeout or Delivery

    The Desmond Spirits and Oven Photos

    Business Info

    THE DESMOND SPIRITS AND OVEN ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Trendy
    Happy hour specials

    You might also consider

    More like The Desmond Spirits and Oven

    Recommended Reviews - The Desmond Spirits and Oven

    Your trust is our priority, so businesses can't pay to alter or remove their reviews. Learn more about reviews.
    Yelp app icon
    Browse more easily on the app
    Review Feed Illustration

    Reviews With Photos

    Dessie's Burger with side salad because they didn't have fries
    Kaitlyn Z.

    I visited the Desmond with some friends on a weekday. It's a good size there's some booth seating, bar seating, and regular table seating. There is a decent amount of food options. I got the Dessie's burger, I asked for fries but then later got told their fryer was broken and had to take a salad. My burger had good taste, was a bit burnt, the salad I was very surprised with had nice flavor. I also had a spicy mango margarita which was actually a bit spicy, it was good. I overalls would probably try this place again!

    Alex G.

    What can I say, I'm writing this as I eat. I was seating here for almost an hour with no attention from our server. Worst part there was no sign of us getting our food either. I had been drinking the same beer since I got here , as for the food it was definitely not worth the wait. Pizza was a mehhhh at best one side of the crust was way over burned. The wings were dry. They came out looking well well done. I don't know if they were overwhelmed but the lack communication and attentiveness took away any grace from this review. It could've been a cool place to eat at but I'm now regretting stepping foot in this establishment.

    Olivia R.

    After the Lainey Wilson concert my friend and I were looking for a place to eat but a lot of the restaurants were not open. We were walking by Desmond's and saw their pizza sign was on! We sat in a booth near the front door, it had just rained so there was a nice cool breeze coming in from the front entrance, it was fantastic! The gastropub was very comfortable and cozy. It was around 11pm on a Thursday so they were only offering pizzas at that time. We split their truffle pie, wow! It was delicious. My favorite kind of pizza- garlic, mushroom, parsley, parmesan and truffle oil. Great place to go after any event or show if you're near Phoenix arena.

    Truffle Pie
    Laura M.

    My girlfriend and I left Phoenix Arena after a concert and were starving!! It was 11pm on a week night, everything seemed closed. As we were walking we heard Chris Stapleton music and noticed it was coming from a place with a neon pizza sign in the window that was open! What a great spot! Such a cozy gastropub. We walked in and grabbed a booth. Ordered 2 glasses of red wine. Since it was late night they were only serving pizza from their wood-fired oven. We ordered the Truffle pie (garlic, mushroom, parm, and truffle oil) it was SO good we ate the entire thing! They played great music. It felt so comfortable. We stayed longer than we expected because we were enjoying the atmosphere eating and drinking. This will definitely be our go-to spot for after concerts, sports games, or events downtown!

    Chad C.

    Wanted to stop in to The Kettle Black, but the restaurant/pub was fully booked. However, the server who greeted us mentioned that The Desmond Spirits and Oven next door is related and that we could stop in for pizza and beers while waiting for a table. So we stopped into Desmond. They had great craft beers on tap along with the Pesto Chicken Pizza. Glad we were able to try this spot! Great service, with the staff checking on us frequently to make sure we were taken care of. There is seating inside and outside, with sports playing if you want to catch a game. Cant wait to make it back to Phoenix to try there sister restaurant. Great centralized location to the arena and transportation!

    Cheese curds
    Teena M.

    The pizza and cheese curds were alright. The elote appetizer wasn't too much to be desired . Whenever we have been here of an evening the service and food have been amazing but this time we were there around lunchtime and the service wasn't the best and the food wasn't up to par either. I'll go back again but probably only of an evening.

    Carolyn S.

    Ambiance is great, I personally loved the decor and the vibe it gives. Each employee we interacted with was kind and friendly. Our server came to our table within a minute of us seating ourselves. We were greeted on entry by the bartender. Tables and floors clean, no dust on the decor. We ordered appetizers today: Wood fired Brussel Sprouts and the Earl Caprese. If you're in the downtown phoenix area I'd definitely recommend this place! 10/10 will return

    Sundevil Pizza - Look at that thick, boring, bland crust.... Does this resemble any brick over style pizza you've ever had??
    J E.

    Came in with a co-worker for lunch on a weekday... It wasn't busy at all and our server, Alex was friendly and helpful.... But overall, he was the only one working the dining room and service was affected and slow because of this. He greeted us as soon as he could, but he had to bounce from table to table constantly before he could take our order. We started with their salad, which was really good. Made with decent, fresh ingredients. Next up what their Sundevil pizza and it was decent. The crust was too thick for a brick oven/wood fired pizza. The crust resembled a "Dominos" style crust... bland and dense. The topping were decent, but the sauce didn't do much for the overall flavor of the pizza. The day before I went to The Kettle Black and service was horribly slow there as well... I think these two joints are part of the same restaurant group and find it odd that both would be managed this way. Overall - I'd get something other than pizza if I returned.

    Corn
    Jennifer F.

    We went late at night after a baseball games for a quick bite so I wasn't super hungry so I ordered the elote and definitely was not what I was expecting! They gave a pretty big portion and on the cob, a little on the spicier side but the flavor was so delicious! Would come back just to get this!

    Espresso martini and house old fashioned
    Pete M.

    We decided to try here when the place we were going to next door had a 45 minute wait. There was open seating and we instantly found seats at the bar and were greeted by the bar tender as we sat down! The restaurant is a small location but very quaint and not crowded with tables on top of each other. A very comfortable environment and CLEAN bathrooms The pizzas were delicious and they were not opposed to substitutions or modifications! The drinks were amazing!

    Janice L.

    We came here to meet a friend for Happy Hour. Good cocktails and drinks. Friendly bartenders and team members. Went over right around 5-6 pm on a weeknight and there were plenty of seating options, which is nice! Need to return to try the food next time!

    The Sausage pizza
    Todd P.

    We had to have walked by this place several times without stopping. Shame on us! When we walked in, the place was empty. But soon thereafter, it started to fill up. We sat at the bar and Taryn our bartender was charming. After a couple of drinks, we ordered their wood fired sausage pizza. It was delicious. All the ingredients worked well together. We enjoyed our experience there and will continue to stop by when we're in the area.

    The Clarke Burger was perfectly cooked and the fries crispy.
    Brian M.

    After departing Stand-Up Live around 8:30pm on a Thursday, had planned to grab a bite and some pints at the place next door - but The Desmond was 'bumping'. Couple Church Music Hazy IPAs, cool crowd / vibe, music, friendly and personal bar service from Colin....and 'The Clark Burger' was cooked perfectly with crispy fries - both on point. Great place to do a drop in after a concert, game or show - just a stone throw away (3-minute walk) from such venues. Thank you, The Desmond team and company. We will be back.

    See all

    3 months ago

    Helpful 2
    Thanks 2
    Love this 2
    Oh no 0

    4 months ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    5 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    2 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    2 months ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    17 days ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    6 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    1 year ago

    Helpful 2
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    1 year ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 1
    Love this 1
    Oh no 1

    9 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    1 year ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    11 months ago

    Helpful 2
    Thanks 1
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0
    Photo of J E.
    132
    3774
    13509

    1 year ago

    Helpful 3
    Thanks 0
    Love this 4
    Oh no 0

    1 year ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 1
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    2 years ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 1
    Love this 2
    Oh no 0

    2 years ago

    Helpful 3
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    2 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    2 months ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    1 year ago

    Helpful 2
    Thanks 0
    Love this 3
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Atul S.
    1109
    1112
    13615

    2 years ago

    Helpful 5
    Thanks 0
    Love this 4
    Oh no 0

    2 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    2 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    2 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    2 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    7 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    3 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 1
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    1 year ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    3 years ago

    Helpful 3
    Thanks 1
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    4 years ago

    Helpful 2
    Thanks 1
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    8 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    4 years ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    4 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    2 years ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 1
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    4 years ago

    Helpful 2
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    4 years ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    3 years ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    3 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    1 year ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    3 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    3 years ago

    Helpful 3
    Thanks 0
    Love this 3
    Oh no 0

    Page 1 of 4

    Ask the Community - The Desmond Spirits and Oven

    You might also consider

    Verify this business for free

    People searched for New American 57,978 times last month within 15 miles of this business.

    Verify this business

    Jacy & Dakota’s

    Jacy & Dakota’s

    3.8
    (88 reviews)
    0.2 mi

    Working in the Downtown Phoenix area on the ASU campus, I was looking for a place to grab a bite to…read moreeat last week, and I came across Jacy & Dakota's. I learned about that as there is a sign with a special offer for ASU students right outside the University Center Building. I went into the Westin Hotel and found that Jacy & Dakota's was open for lunch with only a few customers. I enjoyed some good food and good service, and I'll likely be back another time soon. When I arrived, I opted to sit on my own at a table where I could space out and read over lunch. There was only one server working, and she came over to me as soon as she noticed me there. I ordered a Jacy's Burger, which came with lettuce, tomato, onion, cheddar, and a Hawaiian bun. It also came with French fries. The fries were tasty and hot, while the burger was delicious and big, though it was messy as the lettuce kept falling out of the burger. They honored an ASU 20% discount, which was great! While I stuck with a burger this time, I would love to go back to try their Jacy & Dakota Wings or even their tacos. Jacy & Dakota's is considered to be a modern American restaurant with cuisine inspired by traditional dishes and seasonally fresh ingredients. They have both indoor and outdoor seating, and their patio is dog-friendly. They offer complimentary 2 hour valet validation and free Wi-Fi. They are open for breakfast on weekdays from 6 AM to 11 AM, brunch on weekends from 7 AM to 2 PM, and then all day on weekdays from 11 AM to 10 PM and weekends from 2 PM to 10 PM. They also have a Happy Hour menu from 4-6 PM and Late Night menu from 10 PM to 11 PM daily. Their website (https://www.jacyanddakotas.com) has their menus, photo galleries, events, their story, and a place to make reservations. While the prices were a bit higher than I would have expected, I recognize it is in a hotel and the specials were appreciated and brought the price back down a bit. They also have many different specials. Beyond the ASU 20% discount, they also offer a 25% discount during Happy Hour (daily from 3-6 PM), Tuesday Beer & Bites specials, Sunday all-day happy hour, and more! I plan to come back again in the near future and would recommend it to others.

    The restaurant looked very nice. We ordered a coffee but it…read morewas barely warm. The lemon ricotta pancakes were okay. They were not very flavorful but they did look beautiful. The chorizo breakfast burrito was delicious. It came with an enchilada sauce that was perfect to dip it in. The burrito had the right amount of everything. Everything was very flavorful. You can sit inside or outside. We sat inside because it was hot outside but the out door seating looked very cute and cozy. There three other tables in the restaurant but it took a while for the food to come out. The waitress was very friendly.

    Photos
    Dining area and entrance
    Dining area and entrance
    Jacy & Dakota’s
    Jacy & Dakota’s

    See all

    Dog Haus Biergarten - Downtown Phoenix

    Dog Haus Biergarten - Downtown Phoenix

    3.9
    (298 reviews)
    0.1 mi
    $$
    Family-owned & operated
    Happy hour specials

    Grabbed some quick takeout in route to the hotel room. It's got a nice little interior bar scene…read morewith easy kiosk ordering to-go, plenty of beers on tap, and a cool outdoor area for cooler days and evenings. The server was friendly, and the kitchen got the order out quickly. I ordered the Old Town--an all-beef couch dog topped with smoked bacon, cotija cheese, pickled jalapeños, and chipotle aioli--along with the BOJ slider. The Old Town hot dog was great, with the cheese and jalapeños working nicely together. Interestingly enough, they use the same buns for the sliders and the hot dog; the hot dog buns were just chained together, and it worked really well. The BOJ slider had a good flavor profile thanks to the caramelized onions and seasoning, though the slider was a little sparse for my liking when it came to the bun-to-beef ratio.

    Decided to grab a bite to eat before our concert. Walked in and the place was packed and luckily a…read moretable just got cleaned. No hostess, just fend for yourself. Started to look over the menu and all the options. I ordered the Little Mule and my son ordered the Cowboy 2026 with an order of garlic cojita fries. And to wash it down, a couple of Pauliner beers. The burger was tasty however the bun was charred. The hot dog was okay but nothing to write home about. The fries were served later because the waiter took our food order to the wrong table at first and the people at the table (who had already eaten) told the waiter they ordered the fries but not the burgers. There is a spicy pepper jam on the fries and maybe a little too much sauce. But they were okay. Would go for something different next time. We then ordered a couple of unique beers, one being the Mother Earth Cali Dreamin which by the description sounded delicious because I like a brown dark beer (stout) with a chocolate caramel taste. To my surprise I get an amber looking pilsner that tastes a little like chocolate. A real mind trip as it was not what I expected. Spoke to the waiter about it and all he could say is he just pours it from the tap and couldn't do anything about the color. Dude, just look at the description on your menu. So miss leading. Anyhow, for a quick bite it's an okay spot. But I would stay clear of some of the unique options.

    Photos
    THE FREIBURGER - white american cheese,fries,haus slaw,fried egg,mayo
    THE FREIBURGER - white american cheese,fries,haus slaw,fried egg,mayo
    BLIND MELON - vodka, watermelon, rhubarb, lime, chili lime salt
    BLIND MELON - vodka, watermelon, rhubarb, lime, chili lime salt
    Dog Haus Biergarten - Downtown Phoenix

    See all

    Adams Table

    Adams Table

    3.5
    (86 reviews)
    0.2 mi
    $$

    This downtown Phoenix restaurant was empty when we stopped in for lunch, which is to be…read moreexpected--downtown on a Saturday is usually dead until the evening. There is patio seating, and it would be a great patio to watch people on a day with cooler weather. The decor was nice--a colorful desert mural, a long bar, and interesting light fixtures that looked like black waffles. We skipped cocktails and just grabbed lunch - green chili and bacon mac and cheese and fish tacos. First of all, the portions were quite large. We expected three street tacos, but these were Big tacos. The mac and cheese was good, with a very nice cheese pull. But those tacos dash dash fantastic! I can't say enough about how good those tacos were. The house needs also was also very good. If you're downtown and I'm looking for a place to eat, this is a good choice. It's actually located in a hotel, although I couldn't tell you which hotel. There is valet parking outside, but we were able to find parking just down the street - - again, this was a Saturday before noon, so take that into consideration.

    With a group of 11 this service was reasonably good. My…read morechicken burger was very good but frustrating that when I asked for a substitute to fry's, a Caesar salad with suggested but then they charge $5 for it. The barbecue chicken flatbread was okay, but the chicken on it was very dry. And since it was a group of mortar than six, we were charged a 20% service charge, well at least some of us were. Very inconsistent and I almost got the feeling they added the service charge to me and not others because I asked about the $5 salad. If it was not across the street from the Orpheum we wouldn't have gone in the first place, and will not be going back.

    Photos
    Inside
    Inside
    Jade Pesto... Chimichurri???
    Jade Pesto... Chimichurri???
    Indoor to outdoor seating areas

    See all

    Indoor to outdoor seating areas
    The Farish House

    The Farish House

    4.6
    (406 reviews)
    0.6 mi
    $$$
    Romantic vibe
    Vegetarian friendly

    It's hard to put into words how great this place is. Have you ever been somewhere when everything…read morejust feels "right, balanced, happy"? That is Farish House. The cozy, intimate comfort of what used to be Coup des Tartes blended seamlessly with the deep, peaceful, gentle "love" you felt from House of Tricks into one calm, warm, easy spot. Farish House is a real, soul-warming experience across the board. The service, care, comfort, ambience, food, value and clear love they put into everything make Farish House our new favorite place. We walked through the front gate, up onto the front porch and inside where we took one of three small tables in the cozy front salon of this soul-warming 1899 French Bistro. *Food: we started with a bottle of Australian Cab. Shockingly good. And not crazy expensive, especially on Thursday when bottles are 30% off, it was an amazing deal. Turns out, the owner, Greg, was in the wine distribution business for several decades, curating wine programs for top Valley restaurants, so he really knows his stuff and their vast wine selection is amazing. We were offered a basket of truffle popcorn, mmm, salty, crunchy, and rich. We ordered the Chef's Selection Charcuterie and Warm Noble Baguette & Marinated Olives to get started. Both were beautifully curated, balanced, and incredibly high quality. The flavors and textures blended perfectly. with cheeses broken from large wheels, rather than cut and sliced, house-made pickled grapes, unique and unusual ingredients, smokey meats, compound butters, just awesome! We then moved into one of the cozy dining rooms and ordered the slow roasted Peposo Short Ribs and fingerling potatoes pan fried in duck fat served with Moroccan spiced aioli. Both were rich, warm and delicious. For dessert, and yes we thought we'd explode from all this food, we ordered a massive slice of bread pudding, some of the best I've ever had, rich, gooey and incredible. Along with that we ordered a beautiful Espresso Martini and an off-menu banana cream martini. Their drinks are not "poured" or mixed here, they're balanced and expertly crafted. This is French Bistro comfort food at its finest and it's unmistakeable. *Service: it just doesn't get better. Everyone working there is "family". And that's how they make you feel; like family, cared for, wanted, welcomed. Service isn't a choreographed masterpiece, no tuxedos, cloths draped over arms, napkins frantically re-folded when you step away, dishes served and cleared in unison. No, it's relaxed, warm, friendly, kind, like being at your grandmothers house and knowing you're surrounded by people who care. Met Greg and Katherine, the owners, and their daughter Alexandra and several other "family" members taking care of us. Their appreciation for your presence is unmistakable. *Ambience: it's just plain comfy, cozy, easy, relaxed, warm, deep, gentle, worn (in a good way), wise, and calm, that's the best I can describe it. Hard wood floors, cozy rooms, soft, warm lighting. It's a non-pretentious, French bistro that feels like the home of a favorite grandma or great aunt living in a warm family cottage in the outskirts of Paris. *Value: it's perfect. It's not ridiculously expensive like Kai, Brinkley's, Cafe Monarch, Christopher's, or French Laundry where you go, "okay, that was fun but we'll only do this very occasionally/rarely and it's probably worth it, but dang that was pricey!" No, Farish House is 100% value to experience, not cheap, but not overpriced, the balance is just right. It's a place you can go often, and we will. Yes, our meal with apps, drinks and dessert, some on happy hour and the Thursday wine special, was around $200. I'd happily say this experience was worth every penny. *Overall: I can't recommend Farish House highly enough. Parking is on the street or in a nearby lot, and that's a downtown thing. There's a small lot in back. The food, ambience, service, quality, and experience were stellar. I wish I could rate them 6 stars instead of just 5. I'll return often and highly recommend Farish House to everyone. I genuinely hope you enjoy as much as we did!

    Of all the restaurants I have tried during my recent visit to Phoenix, this establishment is a…read morestand out! We arrived just around dusk and since the weather was beautiful, we got a table on the patio. There is such a contrast of two vintage homes, one being the Farish House in a sea of highrise buildings in downtown Phoenix! If you like a restaurant with a great wine selection, this is your place. I was lucky enough to have both of the owners (Kathryn and Greg) come by and greet us. This bottle (pictured below) of Pinot Noir was suggested to us, and we decided to have with our meals since our chosen dishes were beef and pork. One of the best wines I have had recently. We had the stuffed date appetizers which were devoured so quickly I did not have a chance to snap a pho My friend chose the beef short rib dish, which was well presented and extremely flavorful. After carefully reading each item, it was very hard to make a choice. I ended up with the pork chop meal, see cauliflower/potato mash, asparagus, and the awesome sauce along with the perfectly cooked pork chop made my taste buds very happy! We had service by Ella who is fabulous and also got to meet the owners daughter Alexandria. But there's more! After much deliberation and compromise, we both decided to share the bread pudding. I have been to New Orleans many times where they make fantastic bread pudding. The Farish House bread pudding can stand up to the best of the bread pudding in New Orleans and that is saying a lot. If you are a foodie and like local family owned businesses, this is your spot. Since I am only visiting, I will not be here for their Saturday Tea Service! Thank you so much for providing me with another wonderfu and delicious memory of my Phoenix visit. As Arnold Schwarzenegger says "I'll be back!" Bob, the Farish House cat ‍ was a delightful "host" as well.

    Photos
    Drinking Champagne in the Champagne Room at the Farish House.
    Drinking Champagne in the Champagne Room at the Farish House.
    Farish House bar. Cozy, no TV.
    Farish House bar. Cozy, no TV.
    Vino and Peposo Stew at the Farish House Bar

    See all

    Vino and Peposo Stew at the Farish House Bar

    The Desmond Spirits and Oven - newamerican - Updated August 2026

    Loading...
    Loading...
    Loading...