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Anhelo Restaurant - Steak tartare. So good. - New American Near Me - Scottsdale, Arizona

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OKAY WOW. This is officially My NEW favorite brunch spot in arizona!!' The ambiance is beautiful- the hostess was very kind upon arrival. We sat on the patio and it was perfect! Our waiter Harry was very nice!! We shared some plates which was the right idea. We did the salmon Benedict, avocado toast, and pancakes...everything was PHENOMENAL! Best avocado toast and pancakes of my life! I'm absolutely coming back and making this my new favorite spot!! Everything about my experience was excellent!! read more

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Have not been back to Anhelo since they were initially in Dowtown Phoenix. Overall this new location in Scottsdale is a nice refresh. The patio is beautiful but the inside lacked something, perhaps better lighting? Food wise, they had a fixed course and it was quite delicious. The thing that made me sad is they didn't have the beef Wellington which is my favorite dish there. One more thing is the wine selections were quite impressive. Service was amazing, very accommodating as we were seated indoors first and asked if we could be seated in the patio area with no issues. read more

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We had such an amazing evening dining here. From the street the restaurant is tucked back behind winding mesquite trees, and Ivy and there's a little archway you enter through which leads to a gorgeous brick patio that has seating and a waterfall. It was too hot for us to eat outside, but if the weather permitted, I would definitely sit out there. Heads up you enter through the left side. There's also a door on the right, but that is not the entrance lol. The dining room is gorgeous. It has a modern elegant feel. We chose to do the tasting menu which is an eight course meal. It comes with bread service. The bread is to die for. It was so good. The dishes start very small. small bites. I was starving. The pace of which the dishes were coming out were appropriate for the atmosphere and the environment, but I was so hungry. I wanted to stab someone with my fork if I didn't get food lol. That may have caused me to eat too much bread but the bread was so delicious. It was fine. Just know as the courses go on the portions do get bigger. Had I known that I wouldn't have filled up on so much bread or maybe I would have I don't know. The food was prepared with such thought and skill. It was just absolutely delicious. Everything was. I don't get to go out for date night very often due to mine and my significant others schedule so for him to pick this place for us was just perfect. The bartender whose name I cannot remember also served us and he was amazing. He knows his stuff from the kitchen to the bar and we enjoyed talking to him. We had a server as well, but I think he was a little bit newer. He seemed a little bit nervous, but he was very sweet. This place is five stars and I would highly recommend and I will definitely be back. read more

(4/5) My wife and I recently celebrated our anniversary at Anhelo Restaurant in Old Town Scottsdale, and it was a truly memorable evening. We'd been wanting to try Anhelo ever since it first opened in downtown Phoenix, so when they moved closer to home, it was finally time -- and it did not disappoint. Atmosphere: The space is absolutely stunning. Scottsdale needs more restaurant designs like this -- modern, moody, and elegant, with "fine dining from The Bear" vibes. It manages to feel both sophisticated and comfortable, setting the stage perfectly for a special occasion. Service: Top-notch from start to finish. Every staff member we interacted with was warm, welcoming, and clearly cared about our experience. Several team members congratulated us on our anniversary, and Chef Ivan even sent over a complimentary glass of champagne -- a thoughtful touch that really stood out. Drinks: Their wine list is exceptional. Hats off to the wine director for curating such a deep and diverse list at refreshingly fair prices (especially for Scottsdale). I enjoyed a glass of Pierre Peters Blanc de Blancs Champagne, while my wife loved her crafted cocktail -- beautifully presented and perfectly balanced. Food: Anhelo offers a tasting menu-only experience, with three menu formats the night we dined (soon changing to one or two). We opted for the petit tasting, which was the perfect amount of food -- beautifully plated, inventive, and delicious from start to finish. Each course was thoughtful and refined, the kind of dishes that make you feel like you're dining at a Michelin-starred restaurant in Napa or NYC, not Arizona. Where it fell just shy of a perfect 5: My wife has a gluten allergy, which I had noted at booking and confirmed twice with staff before our dinner. While every dish she received was made gluten-free, it felt a bit reactive rather than fully integrated into the menu. For example, there was no GF bread substitute for the standard bread service, and the caviar course we ordered was ultimately canceled because there wasn't a suitable GF "vessel." Later, her entrée -- originally the lobster tortellini -- arrived reimagined as a shrimp dish without prior notice. It was delicious, but understandably a bit of a surprise when expecting lobster. To be clear, this feedback is highly specific to our situation and doesn't detract from what was otherwise a stellar experience. For most guests, Anhelo will deliver a flawless fine-dining evening. Overall: Anhelo is one of the most exciting culinary experiences in Arizona right now -- incredible food, impeccable service, and a dining room that feels special the moment you walk in. We'll absolutely be back and look forward to seeing how this talented team continues to evolve. read more

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Wow! This place is so beautiful I want to come back even just to sit in the garden courtyard admiring the atmosphere. My husband and I recently joined for a chef's tasting menu, and we were incredibly impressed. The food was delicious- even some foods I would normally hesitate to try, I thoroughly enjoyed. The wine pairing was phenomenal! Our sommelier and server was Zephan and honestly this was the best part for us. He personalized his wine recommendations based on our conversations of likes and preferences, nailing every aspect of service. He even hand-wrote the info about the wines so we could take it home and find them again. We are so grateful to have had this experience. This is a restaurant that truly desires for people to leave happy. We will be back! read more

The ambiance and service was 5/5 incredible. The tasting menu was pretty, but lacking salt. The risotto was undercooked and watery, chicken dish was bland, hamachi ceviche lacked in flavor... the foie gras and the duck (perfectly cooked and interesting flavor) were the stars of the evening. The consensus was that we would return to have a bottle of wine on the beautiful patio - but would pass on the food. Quite honestly - we were disappointed. Sorry Anhelo. read more

Anhelo Restaurant - Pan Seared Chicken Pan Seared Chicken - New American Near Me - Scottsdale, Arizona

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This place is fantastic. From the second you walk in, they greet you like you are family. I very much enjoyed the welcome glass of sparkling wine they gave us. The service was gracious as they gave my dining partner and I plenty of time to catch up before we ordered anything. The wine was outstanding, I appreciate the special they have on the wine right now, it is for a good cause, there's definitely a reason to go back again. The steak tartare was out of this world. And if you're trying to diet or anything like that lol, this is not the place to go to. I ate the entire burger and it was worth every bite. What a lovely place, lovely staff, just an amazing experience overall, These are people who care about your dining experience. Definitely memorable, I have been twice and will continue to go back. read more

Absolutely exquisite dining experience, the patio was intimate and a hidden gem. Each course was served on a unique and beautiful plate. The service was impeccable, like a perfect dance. Each course was small, but I appreciated each delicious bite. And the number of courses left us feeling perfectly content. The dessert was one of the most inventive I've ever had. Truly special. I'm vegetarian and they adapted the menu for me. One course was one of the most delicious carrot presentations I've tasted - the chef is really amazing. The mushroom risotto was infused with flavor and texture, we both were tempted to lick the plate clean. It's expensive, but worth the experience and a special celebration. We would definitely return. read more

This tasting menu was something truly special refined, thoughtful, and unlike anything I've experienced in Arizona. It balanced luxury with restraint: fragrant truffles and caviar, beautifully marbled wagyu, expertly dry-aged lamb and duck, delicate handmade pasta, clean, vibrant crudo, freshly foraged mushrooms, and scallops cooked with quiet confidence. Nothing felt overdone just incredibly well executed, course after course. The wine pairings elevated everything without stealing the spotlight. A glass of Dom set the tone, followed by standout selections from Domaine Denis Bachelet, Domaine Henri Boillot, and Domaine de l'Arlot. Vieux Château Certan brought depth and structure, and the evening closed with a memorable Gaja Barbaresco that lingered long after the last bite. Home run for our friends 50th! Deeply satisfying, beautifully paired, and genuinely exceptional. A meal that felt rare for Arizona, and one I'll be thinking about for a long time. read more

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This is the best dinning experience not just in Scottsdale but for the majority of the southwest portion of the US. The entire experience was amazing for my babe's birthday! The entire service was on point and the quality of taste, favor, portion, wine paring could not be matched. We over heard several people mentioning another place in Napa, but this is your place to be! I could not be happier with our experience. Also that special "diver" was the best way to end a special night here before I made it even more special later :) We will be back soon! read more

We had brunch here and we were blown away by how good it was. The ambiance has amazing old world charm, the food is prepared by a master chef with thoughtful presentation and unique flavor combos and the service was impeccable. Next level. read more

This is such a great experience. The food and service is great. We went with the the petite tasting and it was still so much food. Also their little bday ice cream is incredible. read more

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Let me start off by admitting that I'm a little bit of a fine dining snob. I don't mind paying the elevated prices that go along with a truly fine dining experience, but I look for the big three... Outstanding food, paired with outstanding service, in an upscale setting. Unfortunately, Anhelo only delivered on one of the three criteria, in our humble opinion/s. We were a party of 4 dining on a Saturday evening. The restaurant offers an outstanding atmosphere. The valet is conveniently located right next to the entrance of the restaurant which is a walkway through a garden patio. The inside dining area enjoys clean, crisp, pale-colored decor with upscale lighting and beautifully arranged tables. There are only 12 to 14 tables so the setting is intimate and not too loud to hold comfortable conversation. The (new) location only offers limited tasting menus (Petit, Vegetarian & Chef's) which was fine. They had an extensive wine list and you could pair your meal with the chef or sommelier's recommendations (for an additional cost). We chose a wine from the Wine List (a Cab from Realm Cellars). We elected to add on caviar service with our chef's tasting. We were quickly disappointed in doing so as the caviar was overwhelmingly fishy and served with mini banana pancakes. The sweetness from the banana was a bit too much and therefore the two flavors did not couple well. Each one of the courses was well prepared, but I found that five of the eight really lacked flavor. The duck and chawanmushi were delicious and paired with excellent "sauces". We enjoyed the scallops as well. The lobster tortellini was especially disappointing as there was no hint of lobster in the bite. Also, we found the 72 hour short rib to be a tad too dry and lacking in flavor, and the A5 Wagyu was prepared perfectly, but it too lacked flavor. To be fair, I've never had Australian Wagyu so that may be a nod to the region. The cheesecake dessert felt more like a sorbet with cheesecake flavoring. We also opted to take part in the Old-Fashioned Cocktail cart service which left us underwhelmed as we had to explain the bourbons to the young lady serving us. Finally, the service was hit-and-miss throughout the evening. We appreciated that there was a server for each one of us every time an item was being delivered to the table. However, our primary server did not seem to have a good grasp of the menu items when delivering their descriptions. We also had to remind him when we were waiting on drinks. And overall, he was not very engaging with us. Bottom line... If you're going to spend this kind of money and you're in the Scottsdale area, we would suggest Christopher's @ Wrigley Mansion (ask for Daniel, the wine director, during your visit... you won't be sorry) or even Maple and Ash. read more

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Easily one of the best dining experiences in Arizona. The food was next level, thoughtfully composed, perfectly balanced, and full of flavor. The wine selection was equally impressive and paired beautifully with the meal. The space is exquisite and service was seamless and elevated the entire experience. Executive Chef Ivan Jacobo has created something truly special and if you get the opportunity to speak to him, I'm sure he'll impress you just as much as he impressed us. read more

Service a 5, ambiance 4.5, food 3.5. Big city feel in the best way, a truly fine dining experience. The reviews obviously speak for themselves, so I had high expectations at Anhelo. The menu sealed in wax and the butter rose to start are things you just don't find anywhere else in AZ - really cool. But the food was just too hit or miss to blow my socks off about the whole experience. The tartare was quite nice and flavorful, as was the crudo. The 2nd course corn dish was awful - the stale tasting popcorn was so strange all over the bland corn stuffed pasta. The loaded potato was different and just ok, but much better with the chips which there were only 3 of. More chips! This should absolutely come on the plate with the Wellington as it would be much better with the steak. For the mains, the scallops were excellent, but I was underwhelmed by the beef Wellington. Medium rare was more like medium/medium well. Perhaps their sous vide is the only way to make a beef Wellington, but I found the boiled consistency of the steak to be lackluster at best. I had to drown it in the glaze for it to work, then left feeling like a salt bomb the rest of the night. When you can make a better steak at home, it's a miss. Dessert was passed on as the non exciting options were limited/weak IMO. Martinis were excellent! It was quite loud inside and the music was as well - definitely noticeable throughout the meal. Overall a spot to try, just recommend staying away from the corn and wellington. read more

Anhelo Restaurant - Butter - New American Near Me - Scottsdale, Arizona

Total Vibes. Best atmosphere. They just opened for brunch, and drinks and wine list are incredible. Great little bites for sharing as well if you aren't super hungry. The larger brunch meals look good too. The staff is very friendly and knowledgeable. A must try!!! read more

Anhelo Restaurant - Great wine and cocktails! - New American Near Me - Scottsdale, Arizona

Iván is a great chef, awesome dad and an all around good dude. One of the more wholesome and down to earth fine dining experiences you will have in AZ. Come support this young chef who has bootstrapped himself to the top of the game. read more

First off, the ambience and decoration was on point. Right when you walk in you feel special with a welcome champagne when seated and continuous excellent service throughout the night 5/5 As for the menu, we were given a choice of either three course or seven course meal. Keep in mind that each entrée comes out in increments of 15-20 minutes, so be prepared to wait. And we ended up deciding to go with the three course meal. First course- Crudo and steak tartare was on point. The fish was soft and buttery, and the juice was not too sour. Perfect! Steak tartare was also great, but wish it was cut a little smaller and maybe mixed with more egg yolk ... but that's just a personal preference. No point deduction =) 2nd course- croquette & Tuna. Point deduction on both dishes. Tuna with a gravy sauce ? Not sure what's going on with the chefs taste, but not a good mixture. To make matters worst.. it reminded me of KFC gravy. 3rd- beef Wellington. Major point deduction here especially being the most expensive selection on the menu. Beef was over cooked, salty, and more medium well than medium rare. BUT !!!! Where is the layer of prosciutto and mushroom??? Literally steak wrapped with crust which by the way, was not even flaky. Star of the night: service, scallops (my friends) read more

Anhelo Restaurant - Crudo - New American Near Me - Scottsdale, Arizona

I was hosting a business dinner for 10 and had reservations at Flour & Thyme, the owner's other restaurant. It was unexpectedly closed and fortunately they were able to accommodate us at Anhelo. What a wonderful experience! My entire group loved the food, the atmosphere, and the service. There were some unique dishes (chawanmushi) and some more expected ones (mushroom risotto)-- all were delicious. The service was lovely-- helpful and informative but not overbearing. Hihgly recommended. read more

Fine dining in its truest form, Anhelo is an incredible culinary experience and one that I haven't experienced elsewhere in Phoenix. Refined, elegant, traditional fine dining is how I would describe our experience here. To begin, there seemed to more staff serving than customers eating. The attentiveness, organization, and fluidity between every team member was impressive. It was like watching the Phoenix Suns run their offense. Everyone and everything was cohesive. Poetry in motion. Our meal was 3 courses: First course: steak tar tar. Haven't had much steak tar tar in my life but this was easily the best I've ever had - and my favorite dish I had here (out of the 6 I tried). Second course: salmon. incredibly delicious. The sauce was amazing. The salmon cut was about the size of my big toe. I wished it was bigger. Third Course: pork tenderloin. This was the most underwhelming dish out of the 6 I had had. My filet was on the fattier side. It was cooked perfectly though, and the sweet potato purée was novel and unique. In retrospect, I should have tried the beef Wellington- $100 though? An expensive meal, but completely worth it. As I mentioned previously, come to Anhelo for a fine dining experience downtown PHX. You're in for a treat. read more

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Anhelo has been on my list of restaurants to try since before it moved to this location and it did not disappoint. Service was impeccable and ran like a well oiled machine. Everybody was so professional but welcoming as soon as we walked in the door all the way through our last course. The interior was dimly lit and set a romantic ambiance. The food was delicious. Each course was different and unique and the wine pairing added something to each course. This was an amazing treat and a great location to celebrate. read more

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We tried the chefs tasting menu and the wine pairing. Summary: The service was excellent from start to finish and the meal was delicious but I would skip the duck roulade next time. The wines were all wonderful and paired well. The pours were appropriately small enough for a pairing menu to enjoy with each course and not end up being drunk. The favorite of the night was definitely the beef Wellington. I would come back just to have that again. The salad also started the menu off well and the sorbet hidden in the salad was a nice and refreshing surprise. The crudo and dry aged tuna were also amazing and enjoyed even by those non-seafood people at the table. Other highlights included the butter artistically displayed like a flower with the bread and the tomato-based risotto was a first for me. The foie gras seemed a little lighter to me, more like a pate, but still delicious with the brioche. Unfortunately, duck roulade also stood out for the wrong reasons. It was very hard and dry on the outside, but the mushrooms and other accompaniments were good. I wasn't alone in disliking that course. It was the only one that ended up not getting finished at our table. Overall it was an enjoyable experience and the staff went above and beyond at every point throughout. read more

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We were looking for a romantic date spot in downtown PHX and heard about Anhelo. You will notice when you walk in that this restaurant has a very classy and elegant ambience with an open kitchen concept and beautiful bar design. When you sit down at your table, you will notice a folded envelope on your plate which is your menu that often features new dishes. The service here is fantastic and they check in on you frequently to make sure you're taken care of. For appetizer, we ordered the Spanish Octopus which was very flavorful. For entrees, we ordered the Scallops which were delicious but we came here for the signature meal which is the Beef Wellington. Personally, the Beef Wellington is one of the most unique dishes I've had in a while at an upscale restaurant and this is an absolute MUST try entrée. Overall, if you want a romantic fine dining experience then this is the best upscale restaurant in downtown Phoenix to try. We will definitely be coming back here again! read more

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This is probably my favorite restaurant. I can't think of another restaurant in Phoenix better than Anhelo. The yogurt and beet salad is phenomenal. I have not had a salad like it anywhere else. It's light and super refreshing. They currently have soft shell crab on their menu, which is an absolute must try! They also serve crudo. They have switched out the ponzu sauce for a coconut sauce... which is okay. I wish they would bring back the ponzu sauce because everything about that was perfect. Their desserts rotate pretty frequently. I can say that I've never been disappointed by their desserts though. The bread and butter is also beautiful and delicious. And the service has been fantastic every, single, time. read more

Anhelo Restaurant - My two favorite desserts so far - New American Near Me - Scottsdale, Arizona

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I first heard about this place thru friends but walked past it many times while walking in Downtown. I was pleasantly surprised and had no idea it was really great fine dining. The decor was simple yet balanced and elegant. The service was superb. I really enjoyed our night. We were celebrating my boyfriend's birthday and it definitely felt like a special occasion. They really put a lot of effort in their service. I loved the open kitchen. Everything we had was delicious. We went with the 3 dish course menu. I had the Australian lamb and it was tender and flavorful. The steak tartare was absolutely delicious. They were kind to gift us a dessert and the deconstructed Japanese cheesecake with gelato was amazing. I think definitely worth the price. A night well spent with the best company. read more

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This is a bit of a step back in time, where service is impeccable and unobtrusive. Honestly, I cannot remember having such service in a very long time. The food was good, not OMG I WILL RUSH BACK FOR X DISH, but still good. And admittedly so much of this meal was the experience. Food was probably a four star for me but service was 5+. I had the crudo, which was a little flat. I understand that the sauce which amped things up had some form of wheat in it and they omitted that for me, but even a little salt may have inched it along. The scallop with parsnip puree was very good. Perfectly seared scallop, tender, left me wanting more. I had the duck with baby carrots and carrot puree for my entree. The duck was a little tough but prepared properly and a very generous serving at that. The puree did not have any flavor to me, needed a little something. And the baby carrots? Holy cow, they were itty bitty teeny tiny carrots, micro carrots might have been a better description. They were absolutely generous in bringing out a luscious lemon semi-freddo for my birthday treat. It was topped with fresh tropical fruits and served as a nice end to a nice experience. You're almost there, Anhelo. A few tweaks with seasonings and it will absolutely be five stars in my book. read more

Fixed chef tasting menu. $195 each . Wine not included. Great food . Quite . Decor could have been better for a fine dining place . Such as use real candles, don't be joining tables. Have tables of proper size for the party of 2-6 atleast . Know how to clear table for dropped food . One helping should be atleast a larger size even on a tasting menu . read more

First time visiting Anhelo at their new location downtown. The old place was good, but this place is AMAZING. The space is beautiful with great lighting, good music, friendly staff, creative cocktails, and delicious food. We didn't have a reservation but lucked out with seats at the bar. It was easy to relax with glasses of sparkling wine (what a fab way to welcome guests!) served in gorgeous stemware. And it only got better from there... Anhelo 75 and Smoke Boulvardier were both fantastic. Same for the house white wine (a portion of proceeds support a local charity). B also liked the the Vieux Carreno. Sweet/salty dinner rolls, served with a fancy butter rose were the perfect nibble while we decided on dinner. I seriously could have eaten only dinner rolls and been happy, but the menu has lots of other tasty options. Beets & yogurt were slightly sweet, light and airy. Not what I expected, but rather much, much better. Crudo here is also fantastic, fresh and flavorful. The ricotta dumplings were amazing, also very light despite a rich tasting sauce! Pro-tip: try to save a bit of your bread to dip in the dumpling sauce. I love anchovies, so the cauliflower here has always been one of my faves. Sea bream was another winner. The chocolate mousse dessert is a nice option for sharing. Fantastic spot for a special occasion dinner. Highly recommend! read more

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I had a fantastic date night at Anhelo! Service - 5/5: Some of the best service I've had in Phoenix. Our server knew all the details of the menu but chatted with us a in a very calming and conversational manner making the right recommendations. You can tell they take great pride in their service. The complimentary champagne from the chef is a great touch. Ambiance - 4/5: Very elegant and simple and the opposite of what we are seeing a lot around Phoenix and Scottsdale these days. The jazz music and classic throwbacks from the kitchen were right on cue. It was also very quiet in the restaurant which was great! Not stacked on top of each other like you are at a lot of other restaurants. Food - 5/5: The beef Wellington was a show stopper! While I haven't had it before, it still seemed amazing. Large quantity, cooked a medium rare, and that crust was oh so good! The steak Tartare was my 2nd favorite dish followed my the dessert! The presentation on the loaded baked potato was super unique with potato chips and a more mashed style. A little rich for my liking, but loved how different it was. Some of the first and 2nd course portions are on the smaller end but all the 3rd entree portions make up for it! Overall, I highly recommend this for a nicer, more intimate date night or special occasion meal. Someone at your table MUST get the Beef Wellington! read more

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Best fren and I came here Sunday before or Earth Wind and Fire concert. It was close to the venue and the parking garage. And the menu didn't look too shabby. Man this place is tiny but mighty!! Our server, who also happened to be the guy that greeted me at the door, was outstanding. The food, fantastic! E and I had the pork belly as a starter. Tender and flavorful! And we both got the short rib. Again... Tender and flavorful!! Apparently we're going back to celebrate my birthday in February by doing the tasting menu. Lol Can't wait!!! read more

Anhelo Restaurant - Is it a rose or butter?! It's a butter rose! Almost to beautiful to eat. Almost. - New American Near Me - Scottsdale, Arizona

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BEST EVERYTHING!! My husband and I went in for the first time on our last date before parenthood (I'm due with our first on Wednesday and thrilled that doc gave the okay to have medium rare steak), and we couldn't have picked a classier dining experience. We were blown away by the service, atmosphere, and the beautifully prepared and delicious food. We both cleaned our plates for every gorgeous serving, which was always professionally presented and cleared. They were also very considerate to make sure I had true non-alcoholic bubbly that actually tasted like wine! The attention from the staff was the best we've ever seen. Truly an impressive business that sets the bar so high for all other restaurants!! At the end of our meal the owner came by with a special gift for our unborn baby girl. Never has a restaurant gone out their way like that for either of us before. Actual tears of joy from me. Five stars doesn't feel like enough because they really went out of their way to ensure we had a great time! We are looking forward to going back soon to do the chef's choice with wine pairings! read more

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The best service that I have ever experienced! All staff are super nice and I love that we always got our food at the same time. I saw the other table with 6 persons, and there were 6 staff serving food at the same time. The food is delicious, and some ingredients are prepared in-house. It looks like there are quite a good number of ingredients in one dish but they are compliment each other very well. There is a parking structure in the building across the street. It is convenient to walk from the parking to the restaurant. read more

Very classy and elegant. All the staff were amazing. Best Tar Tar I've ever had. Spanish Octopus was delicious. Beef Wellington and Duck were outstanding. No wonder this place got voted Best in AZ!! read more

Anhelo Restaurant - Tar Tar and Duck - New American Near Me - Scottsdale, Arizona

Hey Yelp, just a real quick request - can we please change this rating system so I can give this place 100 stars?! K. Thx. I went on a sister date here with my two sisters right before Christmas and we had the most AMAZING meal! First things first - this restaurant is located in a cute little house that really does make you feel at home. We were there during COVID times and noticed that the tables were well spaced and the staff were all masked. Speaking of the staff, everyone we interacted with was amazing. Attentive, friendly and always there right when you need them! We had the Chef's tasting menu and the plates were perfectly timed as they arrived to our table. It was all the skill of upscale dining service without all the stuffy formalities. Ok, now to the good part - the FOOD! We got several plates and shared them between us. My favorites were the steak that came with the most glorious, creamy mashed potatoes I've ever had in my LIFE and the duck (which I am normally not a huge fan of, but absolutely LOVED). Also, the rolls we got before our main dishes we divine and the butter came carved like a pretty flower so that was cool. The cocktails are well thought out and aren't your run-of-the-mill, you-can-get-this-anywhere selection. And they're so insta-worthy! Actually, everything that touched our table was! I will most definitely be back to this spot the next time I'm in town and would HIGHLY recommend it to anyone looking for an amazing meal. Go check it out for yourself! read more

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One of the best meals I have had in a long time! The food, the service, the atmosphere, we all top notch in this quaint restaurant in downtown Phoenix. It was a large group of us and the spirits were already high. We literally had all of the apps and each of us tried them to our fill. The quote of the evening was, "there was nothing we tasted that wasn't amazingly prepared." We knew we were in for a treat when The buyer came out in the shape of a rose... never seen that before. Nice touch. read more

Anhelo Restaurant - Butter decorated like a flower. - New American Near Me - Scottsdale, Arizona

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Boom!! A fine dining spot...quietly tucked away...unassuming...a local private gem. Phenomenal menu..changing with the local flare and current dining trends. We went there before a show and I had the duck...which I am fancy myself an expert on...which I am not; just a huge fan. It did not disappoint...as the burrata. Should have had more spreadable options with the burr, but consistency and taste was great. I love duck, just like ordering an Eggs Benedict at a new breakfast restaurant, you can determine the Chef's and teams skills. read more

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The food, ambience, and table service are all 5-star. My wife and I dined with another couple, and for several of the courses, 4 team members came out to present our plates in perfect unison. The wine pairing was a disappointment (1-star). This restaurant has an exceptional wine list, one of the best I've seen, but that did not manifest itself in the pairings. Wines for 3 of the 8 courses were Arizona wines that missed the mark. Instead of adding the pairing to your dinner, choose a wine off the menu. Bonus: Dinner menus have a wax seal. read more

Anhelo Restaurant - Menus for the evening - New American Near Me - Scottsdale, Arizona

The food was absolutely fabulous!!! This was the best Fois Gras I have ever tasted. The creativity was on full display taking a French classic and adding local flare in the form of pomegranate seeds and sweet pea sprouts. Every course was well balanced and the wine pairings were delicious. The portions, however, were far too large for such rich food. They could have been cut down to one third of their size. I will be digesting this meal for the entire following day just from the volume. Food this good and this pricey should come with amazing service and Anhelo's did not disappoint. We had all the pomp and circumstance associated with such a special meal. The servers set the plates in front of us like it was choreographed and the effect was exceptional. Even the butter was art! The ambiance was good, though there were very few diners. I do have to say that the bathrooms were a common space shared with other restaurants and they were gross and in disrepair. For a restaurant like that to have such dingy, dirty bathrooms is unfathomable. At least get them steam cleaned and fix the hole in the wall. I really hope this place can stay around, but at these prices, this a a once in 5 years place for us. If they had an option with smaller portions and price tag, we could drum up more frequent visits. read more

Anhelo Restaurant - Butter provided with bread before dinner - New American Near Me - Scottsdale, Arizona

Wow. Simply, just wow. Phoenix is remarkably lucky to have Anhelo. This is the type of restaurant you'd find in Chicago or New York. It's simple inside but oh so elegant and beautiful. The lines are clean. Such pleasing aesthetics. When you enter the restaurant you are greeted as a friend or family. The service is A+++ from the first minute until you walk out. So how's the food? Absolutely beyond words. Phenomenal. Incredible. Remarkable. Exquisite and refined but incredibly approachable. The service is as good as you could ever expect in ANY fine dining establishment. But it's not stuffy at all. It's perfect. The whole restaurant is. And the wine list? INCREDIBLE. It's a wine book. Something for everyone. I could go on and on all day. Perfection. Thank you Anhelo. You made my birthday dinner special. read more

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