Hidden Gem in Tempe, Arizona!…read more
My sister and I visited this restaurant yesterday, Saturday, August 29, after seeing it featured by a food reviewer on TikTok, and we are SO glad we decided to try it!
This newer restaurant is located in Tempe, Arizona, in a shared parking lot next to several other businesses, including Dunkin' Donuts and a sub shop. When we walked in, there was open seating, so we were able to choose our own table. It wasn't crowded at all, which made for a very relaxed and enjoyable experience.
The restaurant has only been open for about a year, and from the moment we walked in, the atmosphere was welcoming. The music was great, the décor was nice, and everyone we encountered was friendly, kind, and down-to-earth. Our waitress, Tam, was absolutely AMAZING! She was personable, attentive, and gave us some really great recommendations on both food and drinks.
And let's talk about the HAPPY HOUR!
They offer happy hour EVERY DAY from 12 PM-4 PM, including weekends! That was a huge bonus for us because so many restaurants don't offer weekend happy hour. We definitely wanted to take advantage of it since this was our first visit.
Here's what we ordered:
Belgian Waffle & 3 Fried Chicken Wings -- The waffle came with whipped cream and a strawberry on the side. Delicious!
Happy Hour Dance Basket -- $8 -- Fried okra, French fries, and onion rings. We added lemon pepper seasoning on top, and it was SO good!
Fried Catfish Basket with Chicken Wings & Fries -- Another great choice!
Mocktail -- We were also able to enjoy a complimentary drink because an extra one had been prepared for us, which was such a nice surprise!
One of the highlights for us was meeting one of the cooks who was working in the back. The interaction honestly made us feel like we were back home in the Midwest, like one of our own family members was in the kitchen cooking for us. That type of genuine hospitality is hard to find!
They are open very late, until 4 AM, which is another great option if you're looking for somewhere to grab food late at night.
They also have Soulful Sundays starting at 3 PM, with specials featuring items like jerk chicken, oxtails, and more!
Definitely check their website ahead of time for the latest specials, hours, and offerings.
Overall, we had such a wonderful first experience. Great food, great service, great music, welcoming people, and reasonable specials. We would LOVE to see a location like this in the West Valley!
Thank you again for such a wonderful experience. We will definitely be back!