Ok this steakhouse is in a strip mall. Don't let that deter you!!!! The waitstaff is in jeans and they're very approachable and courteous. Super nice and attentive. The FOOD!!! Holy smokes! We got the pork belly wedge. This would have been enough. This salad was legit!!! We got the pepper roasted short rib with polenta... it was perfect!! That little poblano flavor sauce with the perfect texture of polenta and the meat was perfectly rendered. It comes with this crazy flavorful corn that is out of this world. We got the steak frites as well and it was perfectly cooked and the fries were perfect but it couldn't hold a candle to the other menu items we got. read more

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Great food, service needs a little bit of work First off, let me start by saying the food was really delicious. I thought they had some interesting and unique items on the menu. It is not your typical steakhouse and you definitely get the feeling that each dish is curated by the chef. We ordered the deviled eggs and what I believe are called short ribs, sliders off of the happy hour menu. I'm assuming that menu changes semi often because they don't have it on their website (which is a plus to me ). The deviled eggs were some of the best I've ever had and were only five dollars. The short rib sliders were a little bit dry, but overall had great flavor. For our main course we ordered the New York strip over fried rice and the crab Rangoon Arancini. Both were incredible with great flavors. The strip was a little bit overcooked for my liking. I ordered medium rare and probably got somewhere around medium well. However, because it was served over fried rice and topped with Katsu miso butter it was still delicious. We also ordered the lobster mac & cheese. The lobster mac & cheese had a great flavor, but to be honest, there was too much of it. Sort of a strange critique, but it could easily have served four people and was just too large for only my wife and I. It was very rich, but overall still very good. The service was a little slow. They had one server and a bartender who were running food. It looked like the server was responsible for every table. We arrived at about 5:00 and got out of there around 6:45. I assume that because they are a smaller restaurant, they may just be getting their feet under them in that regard and can see that issue being easily solved by adding another server. That being said the service at the restaurant was extremely friendly and professional. If I was to change a few small things to put this restaurant over the top, it would be the following: 1. Toasted or warmed up buns for the sliders. 2. Faster service. 3. Smaller portions for the lobster Mac or at least have the server inform smaller tables about how large the portions are. Keep in mind that was the only dish that we felt was just a little too much. Overall, I don't think any of these deficiencies are impactful enough to reduce a five star rating to a four star rating. All the food I saw the other tables also looked really delicious. I highly recommend you try this restaurant. Worst case scenario get yourself a bottle of wine. Sit and talk for a little longer if the food takes some time. It might just be because the chef is putting a lot of work into making sure every dish is perfect. read more

Filet Mingon with enoki mushroom gravy was quite good ($52). The meat was only about 1" thick or less so the thick side was still pink but not the thin side, however it was still tender. Really savory with the dark almost salty gravy. N.B. You notice the menu changes occasionally which shows the creativity of the kitchen, something you will appreciate. read more

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The food, the atmosphere, the people that work there and own it all amazing. One of our favorite restaurants of all time.

We come to Peppermill at least once or twice a week and we typically have happy hour. We meet our friends up here and have lived in Tempe for 26 years but only recently discovered the Peppermill about a year ago. The owners are awesome. Kate is awesome as a server! [[HIGHLIGHT]]And the ambience and the service is amazing.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] We decided to pull from the dinner menu tonight instead of happy hour and we were not disappointed. Everything from rack of lamb to ravioli in Bolognese sauce we're all served with a custom touch and full of flavor. Come to the Peppermill it does not disappoint! read more

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This was our first time there and for sure wants to go back. Everything was very good food and so much. Our service was very good, would like her to come back more to keep my drinks filled but that's ok as they provided water. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Over all awesome place if you would like a place to go for a drink and very good food.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

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Recommend: Yes! Food: Delicious Service: excellent! [[HIGHLIGHT]]Ambience: small place. Can be loud if there's a lot of people or quiet and romantic when it's not as busy.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Note: Please be patient for food. They have a small kitchen but they sure do serve delicious food. This place is like a hidden gem. I'm would want to keep this place to myself but I can't do that if I want to support them! Honestly this place is one of my top favorite. I love that they have chef's whim. It is adventurous, fun, and it's always so delicious. Give this place a try if you haven't. read more

The Peppermill Steakhouse - Chef's whim, seafood in a creamy tomato sauce. So good. - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Tempe, Arizona

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Decided to try and again after a couple years. Has been a hit or miss experience. Another miss today. Had the corn bread escargot appetizer which took an awful a long time to be served to us and when served the server, let us know that they were out of the pork chop so my friend had to order something else quickly. The cornbread escargot was more like a croissant on top of the overly chewy escargot. I had the Steak and Frits Au Poivre. Steak was two large pieces and cooked perfectly but the sauce was not much more than a gravy. Partner ordered the Mixed Grill bowl and while it was a large portion of everything was not as expected and a little too much spice. Sent it back and passed on ordering anything else. Service was just fine but not anything to bring me back. read more

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Shrimp cocktail was meh. Cocktail sauce was good. Got the ribeye. It was undercooked and very fatty. I know ribeye is marbled and usually has some fat. This cut was literally half fat. If you're going to charge me 52 bucks for a ribeye let's make it a good one. My potatoes were cold... They charged me for every individual Arnold Palmer. 1st restaurant I have ever been to that didn't have refills for Arnold Palmer. I was very disappointed. read more

First time visiting the Peppermill. Cute little quaint restaurant. Didn't have reservations but got a table for 2. More than 2 definitely make a reservation. We did the chef surprise appetizer which was an octopus dish, surprisingly delicious. I had the short ribs which were tasty but super fatty. My husband had a steak dish that was much better. Open to trying again. read more

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I was underwhelmed with multiple aspects. The server seemed like we were the biggest inconvenience on her day coming during happy hour (we were the only customers present), and then proceeded to change out her nicotine pouch from her lip on the floor. As far as food is concerned, my party ordered the shrimp cocktail, steamed mussels, and half chicken. This was after we had looked at the menu on their website to see if we were interested in their fare and decided yes based on that information. Almost none of the food on their menu online was the food on their menu in person. I understand if you're going to have a rotating menu, but wouldn't you stipulate that menu items are subject to change? I liked my mussels enough, but would ultimately steer away from them. Never have I ever spat out food in public, but the broth it was served in was laden with broken pieces of shell that were unavoidable in the combination of the restaurant's low light and inability to discern shell between herbs. Being a landlocked state and all, I understand the need for frozen fish, but not beating the ever loving life out of it to thaw, which is what I imagine happened. The chicken was oddly sweet, and the shrimp cocktail was to be expected from a shrimp cocktail. Overall, I was just disappointed. read more

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My favorite restaurant in Phoenix. It's very understated but if their stuff was served at a Michelin star restaurant, i wouldn't think twice about it. [[HIGHLIGHT]]It's owned by a couple. The wife runs the bar. The husband runs the kitchen and it's very cute.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]The music and vibes were great.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Get the Chef's Whim. It's a very unique aspect of the restaurant that I haven't seen anywhere else. read more

The Peppermill Steakhouse - Root Beer braised Short Rib with truffle pasta - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Tempe, Arizona

My husband took us here for a cocktail and a couple appetizers as part of our anniversary date. the strawberry rhubarb martini was absolutely amazing!! nice fresh strawberry flavor, slightly sweet, and packed a punch!! the calamari with kimchi aioli was delicious also, and the tuna tartar with house-made chips ; to die for nice experience, with great food!! excited to come in for an actual meal soon! read more

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Bummer this is not a great review as this was our neighborhood favorite. Normally this is a great place. Three in the kitchen and three supporting tables and it took 45 minutes to get our food and when we asked about how much longer it would be they said this was normal and looked at us like we were crazy for asking. There were three other groups for a total of 12 guests in the restaurant. Food was good at least. read more

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Not really sure what happened, but weren't served. We waited about 20 to 30 minutes, being mostly patient, and quiet. It felt like we were getting stares from the waiters, and then maybe we would get an order taken, but they all avoided our table. My husband, and my 3 year old son was behaved and with us. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Definately not a restaurant for children, which I didn't know.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] We just moved to Phoenix and The Peppermill was our first restaurant we tried. read more

I've been to Peppermill at least a couple dozen times. I love it so much that every time someone visits from out of town I recommend it for dinner. Not any more. Let me start by saying their chef/owner is extremely talented. I would put him up against any chef in town - literally. Unfortunately, the place is very poorly run. On 2 different occasions they have been closed during their posted open hours. No sign on the door, nothing posted on Yelp or their voice mail - just closed. Very disappointing as this was my favorite steakhouse in the valley but I am done with it. I do not recommend. read more

Hidden Gem Prime Rib in Tempe Came here on a Sunday specifically craving prime rib and honestly didn't know what to expect. The location itself throws you off a bit--it's tucked into a shopping center and from the outside you'd never guess there's a serious steakhouse here. But don't let that fool you. We ordered the Sunday prime rib special and were absolutely blown away. A massive, thick-cut prime rib (they say 42 oz and I believe it), cooked beautifully with a perfect crust, incredibly tender, well-seasoned, and full of flavor. The presentation alone was impressive--holiday-level plating that looked like it belonged on a Christmas table. We also ordered the lobster mac & cheese, and this deserves its own shoutout. Real chunks of fresh lobster (not imitation, not shredded), buttery and clean-tasting, folded into a rich, cheesy sauce that actually clings to the pasta instead of being soupy. Easily one of the best lobster macs I've had. I'm in the restaurant industry, and I don't say this lightly: the quality-to-price ratio here is outstanding. The food punches way above what you'd expect, and this place should be packed--especially on Sundays. Huge credit to our server Kate as well--friendly, knowledgeable, and made the experience even better. If you're looking for legit prime rib in Tempe, this place is an absolute must. We'll 100% be back. read more

Steak Fact: Steak gets its name from Scandinavia. The Scandinavian word "steik," which refers to a thick cut of meat for roasting or grilling, dates back to about the mid-15th century. Eventually, the term evolved into the modern English "steak." I came here for my birthday dinner this year and it was amazing. Cocobana Cooler, PB&J Pork Belly, Bone Marrow in herby butter sauce, and 16 oz. ribeye with green beans and potatoes au gratin? Yes, Yes, YES! While everything was on the heavier side in terms of seasoning, not one bad bite was had. The flavors, the cook on the meat, the sips... all amazing. I wouldn't mind coming back just to order a bunch of appetizers to share. I was so amazed by this place. One of my friends ordered the Chef's Whim, which ended up being a beautiful dish of surf and turf. It looked tasty. The thing that I didn't enjoy was that they required you to give your credit card info when making reservations over the phone, which is the only way you can make reservations at all. I would have preferred and felt more comfortable making reservations online or through an app and leaving my credit card info there instead. read more

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The food was quality and the service was excellent. [[HIGHLIGHT]]I like the small feel that offered a great experience[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]].

What a gem of a restaurant! We chose The Peppermill for a small after-life celebration the week after my father passed. It was close to home, the happy hour menu looked delicious, and when I called ahead, the hostess was so kind and offered us an intimate setting. From start to finish, it was a wonderful experience. The wine selection was excellent, the charcuterie board alone is worth stopping by for, and everything we tried- from the filet, lobster pierogies to the burgers; was absolutely delicious. The portions were more than expected and quality top notch. The chef didn't miss a single beat. Morgan our server was superb, warm, kind, and caring; which made all the difference. You've definitely earned new customers. Thank you for creating such a memorable experience for us. read more

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The Brie was amazing! Way better presentation and pricing than I expected. Hopefully will become a regular here. read more

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[[HIGHLIGHT]]The atmosphere is good reminds me of old time big city restaurants[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] and the food is amazing !

We had dinner here tonight and it was so wonderful! We didn't have reservations but we were able to sit at the bar and have a couple of drinks and dinner. The bartender Jake was the one that took care of us. He was so kind, friendly and caring! He checked on us frequently to see if we needed anything. The food was so good! We had the Peppermill Burgers, It was great seeing how all the staff worked together so well! [[HIGHLIGHT]]It was great from the second we walked into the door by the lady that greeted us to Jake at the bar and to watching the cooks cooking the meals![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Wonderful staff!!! We definitely recommend this place to eat at! We loved it!! Keep up the great work! read more

I really wanted to like this place. The menu looks fantastic with escargot, steak frites and other French-inspired dishes. Yet, as you know, looks can be deceiving . I did have two amazing glasses of wine although the house cab Sauvignon they did not have in a bottle. The red blend was as interesting but again no bottle available. I ordered a broccoli Caesar which was more like broccoli florets with pickled onions and some sauce. Good but not a Caesar. My main was steak frites. Way too salty. I tried to take off the sauce but that made no difference. Barely ate the fries. The server was lovely. In the end, I couldn't even drink my dinner since they ran out of wine so left hungry. I do not recommend. read more

I had a great experience dining at the Pepper Mill in Tempe at the corner of McClintock and Elliott. While it has Steakhouse in its name, it has a very broad and inventive menu. Our steak was perfect as was our scallops and our duck. On the appetizer and entree menu, there is a chef's choice item. It is like a mystery, you know what you are getting when you get what you are getting. [[HIGHLIGHT]]It is a small intimate restaurant halfway between informal and formal.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Service is friendly and attentive and there is a full bar. read more

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We have wanting to try the Peppermill Grill for some time, and i personally did not do a good job with scheduling the reservation and another event. The owners are trying to ensure people to take their time to enjoy the wine and the conversation and not be rushed. It was evident that food preparation and presentation are at the center of this food experience. We are looking forward to returning to Peppermill and thoroughly enjoy the experience rather than trying to rush out the door. Please seriously consider Peppermill for that special occasion- the food will be exactly what you are looking for on a special night out! read more

Had the most amazing service and the food was insanely good!! Pricing was very fair and restaurant was very friendly. Called for a table for 6 at 4pm for reservations. Mystery starter was amazing! Would absolutely recommend, we will be back. Thank you for having us! read more

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We just finished eating here. The Salad Bowl looked like the greens were just picked this morning under a primo balsamic dressing. The entree was steak and chicken over mashed potatoes and asparagus. The desert blew our mind. See picture. Michael took care of the whole room like a seasoned professional beyond his years. We will be back. read more

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In town for a concert tomorrow and checked Yelp for dinner ideas. Chose The Peppermill and we're glad we did. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The restaurant is small and since we didn't have reservations, we opted for dinner at the bar.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Becky was our bartender and as we found out later, co-owner with her husband. We started with appetizers: pork belly, calamari, and bone marrow. We were disappointed that they were out of bone marrow. The other 2 were very tasty and good portion sizes. We decided to share a rib eye steak dinner and we were so glad we shared. The steak was large and a perfectly cooked medium rare. Sides were mac n cheese, broccolini, and potato balls. Between the good food and personable and attentive service from Becky, we'll definitely be back the next time we're in town. read more

Overall great experience here. The menu changes! Fairly often I guess because the menu that was on here from 10 months ago was obsolete. The actual meats seem to be similar on the dishes but the sauces and sides and flavors change. Which is pretty cool. This place has a farm to table vibe on the inside. Almost like a chefs table feel as well but without actually being one. It's extremely tiny which I wasn't expecting but super loud. It didn't bother me just thought it was interesting. I got the 16oz ribeye it was very good. This isn't mastros level it's a notch below but it's priced that way. $50 for a steak and sides is a solid deal. The carrot cake was phenomenal. They have a tiny drink menu which oddly enough has my favorite, a black manhattan. Perfectly crafted. I didn't ask for a wine menu nor did I hear it suggested. So I assume it doesn't exist, but the wine is generic here. It's listed by variety and no name of the vineyard. I really enjoyed our experience. Another very good dish was the short rib! read more

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Thank you Becky!! As always, amazing food, experience, excellent service at this restaurant. The Peppermill is a hidden treasure. Took my Mom to celebrate her birthday. Love the atmosphere and overall vibe. Morgan was our server, amazing! Was also hosting and taking care of everyone at the same time. Kate behind the bar came over to discuss cocktail options with us! Kate was also serving tables. Love this restaurant, so unique and reminds my Mom and myself of lovely little local restaurants we used to visit when we lived in NYC. We will be back! Thanks again Becky & the all the amazing Chefs! (Chad & Co.)! read more

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This restaurant is amazing. The service was fast. The food was amazing. It was just incredible would definitely coming back. We really liked everything. I said the righteous everyone was kind and nice. I recommend to go here in the best place ever to eat or take someone to a day read more

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You can't beat their Happy Hour! Amazing food (not regular bar food). [[HIGHLIGHT]]We had such an amazing time celebrating our Anniversary![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Jake (bartender) was so much fun and just made the whole night perfect! The Chefs dishes never disappoint! Can't wait for next time! read more

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100/100- Watermelon Porkbelly Salad is incredible Everything here melts in your mouth. read more

I really like this place. I love going to their weekday happy hour, they have a ton of really good unique appetizer options. In my opinion they are more like mini entrees (they have options with shrimp, pork belly, calamari, beef etc.). I love sitting at the bar and getting a range of appetizers to taste a little bit of everything with a couple of drinks. Their menu is always changing which I love, you can tell the chef takes pride in what he does and likes to keep it fresh and unique. I've also gone outside of happy hour to try their steaks and they were pretty good, nice size and flavorful. I did order my steak medium rare and ended up getting it medium, that was the only negative from my dinner visit. The place itself is a bit small and in a strip mall but it's nicely decorated, feels cozy, and has plenty of parking. Service has always been attentive, friendly, and fast. read more

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I've been here maybe a dozen times. It started out very good. Had great happy hour plates and first few things we tried were good. They have a rotating menu so items are always changing. Cocktails were initially very good. Last time I was there both cocktails I ordered were not made properly. I've had that strawberry martini and aloe drink multiple times. This time... the strawberry one tasted like pure lemon juice. I did send that one back. I tried to explain to the server it wasn't made properly but she just didn't understand what I was saying. I suspect they were batched and someone messed up because the replacement was just as bad. I expect an expensive drink to be made properly. The service has really deteriorated. The last time I was there there were 2 servers. It took forever to get anything and most of the time they were standing around talking. We also came to realize everything is overly sweet. Every chefs whim I've ordered has been covered in a sweet balsamic glaze. Even the beet salad is super sweet. I do appreciate the creative items - the duck confit appetizers (pop tart, chile relleno) are always good, although also usually a bit too sweet. [[HIGHLIGHT]]I like the dim lighting and enjoy the music they play.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The peppermill is no longer on my regular rotation although I live close so will still pop in occasionally but will stick to sitting at the bar (better service) and will stick to wine over the cocktails. read more

Finally had the opportunity to visit The Peppermill. I'm happy to FINALLY have made it here. It's small and cozy environment, it almost gives a cafe vibes. Went there for happy hour and wanted to try a few different things. I ordered: Deviled Eggs - tasty, but very vinegar forward Chicken wings - SO DELICIOUS!!! These wings were fried to perfection, the sauce of the day was carolina bbq sauce. Got the sauce on the side, but this was so good Bleu Cheese+ Short Rib Eggrolls - if imagining small asian like eggrolls, they are not. These eggrolls are almost the size of a wrap, but tasty.  It was also a little heavy on the bleu cheese, that's what I tasted the most, couldn't taste the short rib, which is the main reason I ordered the eggrolls. For the entree, I ordered the special which is the Nacho Smashburger which was excellent and the FRIES OMG!!!! Were so delicious Overall I was very pleased with the experience and definitely will be back for the wings and fries. read more

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We stopped by for happy hour and had an absolutely wonderful time! I tried the strawberry rhubarb drink, and it was phenomenal--so fresh and flavorful. Everything I sampled from the happy hour menu was equally amazing, especially the deviled eggs. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Great vibes, delicious drinks, and tasty bites--this place is definitely a must-visit![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

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Cute little open kitchen restaurant with a pretty good menu. I had the filet, it was a tad under cooked and tough but the flavor was delicious. Service was also great, even though they were a little busy and understaffed. They never complained or impacted their service. If the filet wasn't tough and cooked the requested temp, it would easily have been a 5 star. I'll be back for sure! read more

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Food is excellent. The best deal is the Spring Salad with various grilled meat w/o the heavy sauces or sides like pasta or potatoes. The broccoli Caesar was also excellent. Service was generic. The bartender was the big draw for those who sat at the bar The restaurant is open and loud plus some darker areas so it is difficult to hear and also see the menu. read more