Ryan "The Head Bartender/Mixologist" is great, super personality, very knowledgeable and has some great recommendations based on your taste preferences. Loved their Seasonal Old Fashions and Negroni's. Very well balanced and flavorful, Ryan may tweak if you have a preferred taste u maybe looking for. Food is always excellent. read more

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My husband and I made a last-minute dinner reservation and were able to grab the 8:30 pm seating at the bar, which worked out great. The bartender was friendly and attentive, and took our order quickly. By the time we arrived they had already sold out of the bone marrow small plate and the tomahawk steak. Totally understandable for the last seating of the night, but those were two of the dishes we were really looking forward to trying. The main reason for 1 less star. It's a cool little spot for drinks and a gourmet bite. The kitchen, bar, and seating area are fairly compact. Even though the kitchen is ventilated, you can still feel a bit of the heat and smoke coming off the grill. We ordered the grilled romaine salad (they do charge a small upcharge if you split plates), along with the bao buns and the wagyu meatballs. Everything was well presented, tasty. Overall, a great option for the west side if you're looking for elevated bar bites and good drinks. My tip: grab an earlier reservation if you can, so you have a better chance at the popular dishes before they sell out. read more

Barley & Smoke - Wagyu meatballs - Speakeasies Near Me - Peoria, Arizona

Reserved a table online for a friends birthday. We arrived and checked in at the bar at Peoria artisan brewery and everyone was saying "oh this is nice" I said just wait. We were taken through the kitchen and into another room where as soon as the doors are opened you have left normalcy and entered an experience that starts right there. As you walk in the colors and richness is unmistakable with beautiful gold accents and a cage guarding bottles of wine and other liquor. To the right the wrap around bar and a beautiful open kitchen with a wood fired oven a flaming grill mixing the aromatic bitters with scents of grilled food. Seated at the bar and was graciously given the corner as our party of 4 was then able to chat much more easily. Bartenders greeted us and served us some water and after a few we asked about the drink menu. Found out that they have a large off menu list. Each bartender makes 2-3 off menu items based on their favorite style of base liquor and extremely rare bourbons like EH Taylor Single Barrel & Weller CYPB, not only were they a full pour of 2oz they weren't price gouging. Wives ordered beautiful and delicious drinks also off menu that they loved as well. Appetizers came rolling in bruschetta and brussel sprouts. Word of caution if spice is a problem most everything has a little bit of Fresno chilis on it. My wife is sensitive and it wasn't to much for her but just be advised. The apps were delicious full of flavor, the scratch made sourdough bread for that bruschetta DAMN! Only personal takeaway is we prefer our brussels a bit crispy but still very good. Our meals showing up were at just the right time, and wow incredible. Every bite was so delicious on my wife's meatballs my half chicken with duck fat fried French fries and our friends loved their aged New York strip. My wife even had a surprise of cheese at the bottom of her bowl but those wagyu meatballs were stellar! We didn't have any room for dessert but this place is one of the coolest spots ever. They even gave my friend the birthday boy a card signed by everyone! Really an exceptional experience that is a must try in the west valley. Really leveling up this area with this spot. I hope other places start doing things similarly. read more

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Barley and Smoke made for a nice evening out last Friday. My husband and I came in on a whim, hoping to just walk in since we didn't make reservations. We arrived close to 5pm and they were able to seat us. At first, it wasn't so busy but then an hour in, the place was getting super packed. The cocktails were creative and balanced. It was fun ordering different ones and seeing how they would turn out. The old fashioned with banana and walnut? notes was really good and I also enjoyed the pineapple bourbon smash. The small plate/appetizers could have been filling enough, but I'm glad we ordered several small plates and still got regular entrees as well. The bone marrow, the peach burrata, and the ribs were all so good! My husband liked his Waygu burger a lot and I had the seared tuna over corn. Our bartender/server was super nice and made nice suggestions. The bar had a sophisticated feel to it. We were super comfortable sitting at the bar, and it was more interesting that way because you could watch them make drinks and also cook. It's so wonderful having this speakeasy on this side of town. I hate always having to drive to Scottsdale and Tempe for all the new restaurants and bars. We deserve the fun too! We will definitely come back and we highly recommend Barley and Smoke. Next time, we will most likely make reservations just so we have a little more assurance that we are getting a seat instead of playing it last minute by ear, haha! read more

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Love love love this hidden gem! My husband and I just moved to the area and we're looking for a fun date night. He found Barley & Smoke and made the reservation for later that night. They had seating availability at the bar too every 15 minutes so it was quite easy to get a seat. Located inside Peoria Artisan Brewery, you will check in with the hostess upon arrival. She walked us through the kitchen to find the speakeasy. So vinyl and very unexpected after being walked through the kitchen. The drinks were fun and creative and the menu had a nice variety to it. We started off with 1/2 dozen oysters and cocktails. I ordered the English garden and I think my husband ordered a sidecar. The English garden was delicious! I especially loved the coconut cream. For dinner we ordered the tomahawk dinner meant to share. This came with a Caesar salad, roasted rosemary potatoes, the carved tomahawk, and a dessert. I wish I could remember the price but I do remember thinking it was a great amount of food. I would have liked the steak to have been a bit more tender and flavorful but everything else was tasty. We upgraded our dessert to the peach cobbler, which did not disappoint, and finished the night with an espresso martini - which was more milk-based than espresso. All in all, I would definitely go back again and try a few more things on the menu. read more

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First time in this place tonight. What a cool little spot. You have to walk through the brewery to find the restaurant, quaint little place, great food, excellent service, cool atmosphere read more

After a few visits now I can confirm that I'm a fan of Barley & Smoke. I was after my first visit but I'm trying to be patient before I lavish praise so readily. The speakeasy-style spot is a winner. Ensconced within Peoria Artisan Brewery the space is accessed via a short walk through the kitchen, where the staff will welcome you on your way. You enter into a nice cozy spot with ample bar seating around an open kitchen area with nice table seating to accommodate various-sized groups. I won't go into exhaustive detail on the menu, you can check the website but, while a bit small, it is nicely varied and eclectic in a way. The Tallow and Bread is a definite winner, as is the Pork Belly Fried Rice - which is a meal in itself. We also sampled the Asparagus, which was delicious. We also tried the B&S Burger on our previous visit which was quite tasty. Dishes are nicely presented and appealing. The cocktail and wine menu is impressive. The El Hefe Grande is wonderful, consisting of Manchado Bacanora, Cointreau, Limoncello, Charred Lemon Juice, Agave Syrup, and Black Lava Salt Blend. There is a very nice selection of wine and a really good list of Whiskey, Bourbons and Scotch. You're sure to find something to enjoy. Service is really above average in my opinion. Very knowledgeable about the menu, current drink special and any recommendations you might need. On both of our visits Rain was outstanding. Friendly, happy that you are there and extremely helpful with the menu or any questions. A great asset to the place. Barley & Smoke needs to be on your list of places to try. It is spacious enough yet intimate. A perfect date-night spot or for a small group of friends. read more

Barley & Smoke - El Hefe Grande - Speakeasies Near Me - Peoria, Arizona

We had high hopes and had been looking forward to checking this place out. It was really loud and hard for us to talk. We kept having to lean across the table to talk to each other. The waitress we had, we had to keep repeating ourselves to her because she couldn't hear us. My husband got his Old Fashion and it was really sticky all over the glass. When we mentioned it to her she said she'd have the bartender make a new one, that's not what we wanted, we just wanted to wipe it off. They remade the drink in the same glass and brought it back sticky still. The waitress would disappear for long periods of time. So I don't think we'll be back. read more

This place is so cool. Speakeasy feel since you walk through the kitchen which was fun. We had already eaten but really enjoyed watching the kitchen prep the food. Definitely will be back for dinner. Did have a Caprese Martini which was like drinking a margarita pizza!! So good. Fun place for the Westside. Definitely higher end. read more

Barley & Smoke - Caprese Martini - Speakeasies Near Me - Peoria, Arizona

Last night I treated my wife to an early Mother's Day dinner at the new Barley & Smoke speakeasy she had been eager to try. Upon walking through the kitchen of the Peoria Artisan Brewery restaurant, we were met with a fantastic and beautiful bar and the pleasant scent of hardwood smoke hanging in the air, illuminated by the glow of the Edison lights and reflected by tarnished bar mirrors in gilded frames. We were seated at a table with a comfortable and elegant tufted back booth and an executive chair on the opposing side. Our server, Bradford, kindly introduced himself and welcomed us to the restaurant. Bradford was funny and friendly and made several recommendations when talking about the specials (One of which, the oysters, I took him up on). If we ever had a question about anything, he had the answer. After ordering and before receiving our food, I admired the impressive artisan bar where the liquor was stored; As well as the gorgeous glassware and flatware, the classic design of the menus, the cleanliness and industriousness of the other staff and kitchen, and the how clean and well-kept the restroom facilities were. We enjoyed our first round of craft cocktails, amidst the pleasantness of whatever 80s synth wave music was playing in the background. My wife had the very delicious and refreshing La Mariposa, while I had the incredible Smokin' Aces (a must have for fans of old fashions or smoked bourbon drinks). Our Appetizers came quickly and were consumed even quicker. The oysters were delicious with hot sauce and the bone marrow with toast on a bed of fresh arugula and radish shavings was so fantastic it may warrant a return trip for it alone. With our second round of drinks, (a glass of old Forester 1920 for myself and, the drink special of the evening, an orange blossom spritzer for my wife) we enjoyed the Caesar salad that came with our family style tomahawk steak special. The salad was topped with fresh white anchovies that tasted nothing like the salt-bombs that are often associated with the commonly disliked pizza topping. These anchovies tasted much more like an artisan white fish that you might receive on a bakery fresh bagel. Finally, the tomahawk arrived, cooked to a medium rare perfection with fresh rosemary and potatoes. I am not being facetious when I state that this was, bar none, the greatest steak I have ever had the pleasure of eating. And as someone who used to eat steaks on a near nightly basis when bulking for competitive lifting, I must say this steak was marbled to perfection with fat that melted in your mouth like warm butter. I had to pay my respects to the chef. Last on the docket was dessert. We had beignets with both salted caramel syrup and, my favorite, the blueberry mezcal syrup, which added a rich smoky tarty taste to the confectioners sugar covered beignets. This paired nicely with the final drink of the evening, a glass of EH Taylor small batch. All in all this was the best dining experience we have had in months and it became an immediate recommendation to several friends and coworkers. Barely & Smoke is an excellent choice for a special night out if you're in the mood for a delicious steak, craft cocktails, and you don't mind the price tag. read more

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What a sexy little spot in the Northwest Valley of Phoenix to have an intimate dinner or dessert with drinks. Barley & Smoke @barleyandsmoke is a sleek and polished yet cozy speakeasy located at 10144 W Lake Pleasant Pkwy #1130, Peoria, Arizona, inside @peoriaartisanbrewing Be sure to make reservations ahead of arriving. You can reserve bar seating or dining room seating. We chose dining room and had a booth near the kitchen. We reserved easily, same day, through the link on their Instagram profile page. We ordered: - ENGLISH GARDEN COCKTAIL - House Vanilla Infused Platinum 7 Vodka | Honey Simple | Egg Whites I Coconut Cream | Edible Rose Petal Garnish - Excellent Cocktail!! - TALLOW & BREAD - Animal Fat Candle | Dutch Oven Bread | Fleur de Sel - CHARRED VEGETABLES - Hearth Roasted | Falafel Hummus | Za'atar Tzatziki | Flat Bread - COWBOY RIBEYE FOR TWO - 20 oz. | Smoked Demi | Horseradish Potatoes (Includes Salad & Dessert) - HOUSE SALAD - CAESAR SALAD WITH ANCHOVIES - BEIGNETS WITH STRAWBERRY COULIS & CARAMEL We thoroughly enjoyed ourselves tonight. Our waiter was so charming and helpful, despite being on his toes all evening, taking care of all the tables. It was a little smoky and warm as we walked in. We sort of felt like we were tucked in a back room in an actual speakeasy, albeit one with lots of class. The Tallow & Bread appetizer is so fun. The bread is really delicious and it's fun dipping it in the melting candle and fleur de sel while deciding what to order. There is a men's and women's restroom inside the speakeasy. After our 2 1/2 hour meal, we exited through two doors disguised as bookcases that let us straight from the speakeasy back to the parking lot. What a fun Thursday night! read more

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First visit to Barley and Smoke speakeasy in west Peoria. We ordered the Pork Belly appetizer and the Tallow & Bread. The Pork Belly was awesome and it is a must order. One of the best I have had in Arizona Bread had a unique touch with a melting tallow candle but it is nothing super special. We ordered the chef catch sea bass and Santa Maria ribeye for our main dishes. The ambiance is really cool and our server Rain was awesome and very knowledgeable. The sea bass was a large portion and was tasty. The ribeye was good but not great. Ordered medium rare and it was closer to medium. It also had a pico on top and it was a total miss. It does not pair well with the steak. The rosemary potatoes that came with the ribeye were a mixed bag. Some were burnt and others were just right. Have to pay attention when cooking the whole batch. I am not sure if I want to give them another chance. Update, the owner (Matt) came by before we left the restaurant and addressed any concern we might have had. For that reason alone I bumped the review up a full star! "FIMP" Food is my Passion David B read more

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Great cocktails! Loved this speakeasy atmosphere. The drinks are very creative and delicious. The food is very tasty and high quality it's more of a private speakeasy setting. Make sure to reserve in advance because this place will get booked. read more

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This place is incredible. Everything is amazing from the service, food, and drinks. Can't wait for our next visit. read more

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We love this place. Rain has been our waiter twice and she is wonderful. We had friends from out of town and we wanted to take them to a special place. Barley and Smoke did not disappoint. From the cocktails to the main dishes everything was top notch. The grilled ceaser was awesome for a shareable starter. Several had the pork and beans which was amazing. I had the chicken and it was cooked perfectly. We will see you again soon. read more

Top notch speakeasy experience in Sun City! Barley and Smoke is one of the coolest speakeasies I have been to. You walk into the sports bar and let the hostess know that you have reservations for Barley & Smoke. She guides you through a passage which I won't spoil for you. Magically through a door, a fine dining world opens to you. Complete with a wood fire oven, magical creations are brought to your table. Try the Old Fashion smoked at your table. It is one of the smoothest most aromatic thing you will drink. I had the Tequila with Butterfly pea ice ball cocktail. It was so pretty! The charcuterie board had these yummy pickled leek stalks things. The beat blue cheese I have had...crumbly and rich in flavor. The anduja spread is tangy and spicy: andouille sausage and Spanish chorizo. Then came the melt in your mouth ribeye, wild mushrooms and mash. I loved my Bao Bunn stuffed with the amazing pork belly, red chilies and radish: The sauce!!!! I was transported back to my childhood when my grandmother made Bao Buns stuffed with soy braised fatty pork. Finally, the Mexican chocolate brûlée. I felt like I was in elementary school eating chocolate pudding but with a grownup twist. The torched crust on top was crispy. I loved the sugared mint leaves/ Thank you to our lovely wait staff: Meghan and Brad! Applause to Chef Marco and his team for a fabulous night! I want all my friends to enjoy this space with me again and again. read more

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Always a fun date night at Barley and Smoke! The Banana Nut Old Fashioned is delightfully sweet and strong. My husband was quite delighted with this rendition of his favorite drink! I had a Pinot Noir that was spectacular, and I'm always blown away by the wonderful wine selection offered! read more

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Beautiful restaurant with a speakeasy feel. We entered through the kitchen and were seated in a spacious booth facing the bar and chef. Jazz music in the background. Our server Ryan was very knowledgeable about the menu and very attentive. Great cocktail menu. I had the Blackberry Thyme Out. Smooth gin cocktail with elderflower liquor, simple syrup, lime and lemon juice garnished with thyme and blackberry. The wine menu includes a variety of reasonably priced wines. I had the NY strip which came with smashed Yukon gold potatoes and broccolini. The steak was cooked and seasoned perfectly. According to the menu the steak was 12-oz. , but truthfully seemed larger. The aioli was a nice addition. The potatoes were very creamy. I was able to have leftovers and I'm looking forward to lunch tomorrow! My husband had the waygu meat balls. They were delicious - sweet and rich. Very filling! Would definitely recommend!! read more

We loved this hidden gem. The food was delicious and the drinks were fabulous too. My dirty vodka martini had the best blue cheese olives I have ever had! The diverse types of Old Fashioned's were fun and yummy too. We had the bone marrow and it was bid and very good and if you have a pup at home they will love you! We had the Bao and while the read more

If you are looking for a great local place on the west side, this is it. Great drinks, great food and a cool vibe.

Definitely need to come in and do a full dinner. Popped in for drinks and appetizers and enjoyed it very much!!

Food, Cocktails, Service and Ambiance were fantastic. We went here for my birthday dinner and were given lots of attention. read more

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The ambience was incredible. It gives Great Gatsby/roaring 20s vibes with granite up the wall and across the entire bar. In this open concept, you can watch the chef cook your meal and the bartender mix your cocktail. Rain was an excellent server and very knowledgeable about both the menu and cocktails. If you try out this gorgeous, speak easy ask for her. read more

Must make reservations and sit at the bar area for a fabulous experience! I got together with the neighborhood ladies to try out this new speakeasy located inside the Peoria Artisan Brewery. We were escorted through the kitchen into this exquisite intimate setting and greeted by everyone, making us feel welcomed. We took our time reviewing the menu, starting out with different signature cocktails. We tried the English Garden, Smokin' Aces, Black Gotham, a martini, and a drink of the night with rhubarb-all delicious! We shared a couple of starters, the Talo candle & bread and the Japanese purple potatoes-so good! When it was time for the entrees, we ordered the Wagyu burger, 2 orders of the Bao Buns and the Steak. Of course, we all tried a bit of each other's plates and I loved every entree. It is all made not with just love but with passion!! Although this is a speakeasy, there was no secret about us being there due to Fox 10 News filming on the same night so we received messages and pictures of our gang from friends. It was such a delicious & fun experience. I'm sure their desserts as great also however, we choose a second drink instead. Lucky for us we had a driver to take us home! read more

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We recently visited Barley & Smoke and unfortunately had a disappointing experience. We ordered the bone marrow, only to be told they were out. Not long after, we watched the bartender eat bone marrow right in front of us, which felt unprofessional and frustrating. She also mentioned it was her "Friday," in a way that came across as hoping we would leave earlier than planned. On top of that, they kept moving "Stella" in and out of the hallway, which was distracting and disrupted the atmosphere. That being said, the server I believe his name was Bradford was a highlight of the evening. He was attentive, professional, and did his best to make the experience enjoyable despite everything else. read more

The food was AMAZING!!! Reign was a great hostess and the drinks were top tier! Can't wait to go back for the new menu..

What a treat! This is the best foodie experience I've had in awhile. The atmosphere is great, small and intimate with subtle lighting and fantastic music. We had the fresh oysters with three unique mignonette sauces. The fresh catch was sea bass (kick his ass sea bass) with fresh cacio d pepe pappardelle. The beignets were perfect, not to sweet and two delicious sauces, berry coulis and a brown butter. I'd recommend getting some for you morning coffee. The service was top notch. Hats off to the chefs, bartenders and waitstaff. Excellent!! This is weird, I know, but the bathroom was really nice. It smelled soooo good and of course it was beautiful. This is a must try for foodies! read more

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Small place next door to another connected establishment where they take you through the kitchen into a smaller room with the windows blacked out, to give the vibes of a speak easy. Was nice, but a bit too small and got very stuffy and hot due to them having their own oven and cooking area in the middle of this small room. The food was presented very fancy, but was just okay. The specialty drinks were very fancy and quite tasty. The waitress was very nice and helpful to the menu, but to me it was so overpriced. 4 of us went and shared the tomahawk steak and the bill was just over $500 after taxes. We asked for the tomahawk steak to come out, medium to rare and it came out overdone with no pink at all. Because of the stuffiness, overpriced food and just being too small, I won't be visiting again. read more

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Food was amazing! My sous vide salmon was like butter. We sat at the bar, so we got to watch the chefs prepare the food. Great atmosphere and excellent drinks and service. We really enjoyed our experience. read more

Best fine dining spot in peoria. Beats a crowded steakhouse any night. Menu is diverse and bright. Plates are well thought out and perfectly executed. Staff is always friendly and make you want to come back again and again. Some standouts are the tomahawk, burrata, charred veg, and any dessert. read more

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Heard about this place from a friend. Really cute take on a speakeasy. Great place for an intimate dinner for two. Make sure to make a reservation online! Service was excellent, fun variety of cocktails and the food was 10/10. Highly recommend the steak dinner! Husband is gluten free and they were able to accommodate. read more

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OMG!!! I LOVED Barley and Smoke!!! We ordered SO much!!! We got: (we shared everything between myself, husband, and 17 year old daughter) Tallow candle and bread Pork belly and watermelon Steak tartare Oysters (raw special not on menu) Tomahawk steak with unbelievable potatoes and black beans I ordered a banana bread old fashioned and the English garden drink!! Probably one of the best meals I have ever had!! It was INCREDIBLE!!! read more

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We went to Barley & Smoke last night for my husband's birthday and it was incredible! We sat at the bar so we could watch what goes on in the kitchen and it was so much fun. The care and creativity that goes into the food prep is just amazing. The chef does most of the cooking and oversees everything. We had the tallow candle as an appetizer and it was so yummy! Highly recommend. We had the Wagyu burgers and they were delish. So much flavor, cooked over a wood fire. And no words to describe the potatoes! This is a do again for sure. It is a special dining experience. read more

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My best friends took me here and I had no idea what t expect. You walk in and it looks like a bar with a few table and bar food. The hostess takes you through the kitchen, then down a corridor, and through a frosted sliding door into a beautiful, old timey speak easy. The server was excellent and the food? OMG. To die for! I can't wait to go back. read more

A group of us (4) had reservations for dinner to finally try this place. The entry is thru the kitchen of their neighboring restaurant. This is a neat concept, but my thoughts passing thru the kitchen was not "wow". I saw a shelf on my left of various restaurant items and the word that came to mind was "mess" - I was a little surprised this entry wasn't highly organized and presentable. As you entered the speak easy you were greeted by a large mirror - that was cool, it caught our attention. The exit is right there, the image attempts to disguise the door - I would recommend painting the door trim black to add to the disguise. I was quickly disappointed to find we were allotted 2 hours and 15 minutes, which wasn't the 2 1/2 hours indicated on the reservation text. I personally don't like having a limitation on my dinning experience. We ordered appetizers: Potato's - good Charcuterie boards- good Bone marrow - good Oysters- good All was good, but nothing was wow or unique. For dinner we ordered the chicken - I would not order this again. It was slightly dry and full of tiny bones. They cut the chicken and serve it - a bone warning would have been great! The ribeye was also ordered - more fat than meat it what I was told. My 2nd martini was so sour I had to have it adjusted. I've met the owner in the past, and he's a really nice guy, so I would recommend trying his place as you may have a different feeling about it. There was no secret code to enter, or music. Yes, it was dimly lit, yet the lighting continuously flickered which bothered all of us. We are big foodies, and we love the speakeasy style of restaurants. Without hesitation we will drink, dine & talk for hours and easily drop $500 a couple (the men love their whiskey), but at the end of our experience we didn't need the slotted 2.25 hours and we agreed that this place was a "one and done" for us. If you've been to and love the speakeasy in Anthem, you will be disappointed with B&S. read more

Came here for a fun night out and thoroughly enjoyed ourselves! Our server, Rain, was absolutely wonderful. I truly can't say enough great things about her. She gave fantastic recommendations and attended to everything we could have needed. I ordered the seared ahi tuna and loved every bite! My friend ordered the wagyu burger but was slightly disappointed. Regardless, we both agreed we would visit again! So nice to have a fun place like this on the west side. Open more places like this, please :) read more

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Went for dinner with some friends the other night and haven't been able to stop thinking about my meal since then. I got the vegetables and hummus with flank steak, my husband got the cheeseburger and my friends got grilled Romain lettuce and everything was divine! Probably one of the best meals I've had in months, if not years. Also, their espresso martini- delicious!! we were sat pretty close to the grills/kitchen area and it did get pretty warm- but we were able to move over some after some other people left and that was so much better. Anyways 10 out of 10 and I'm so glad to have found a new regular spot for us to eat. Oh, and the weight staff and bartenders... Amazing! read more

A Hidden Gem of Culinary Creativity and Warm Ambience Stumbled upon Barley & Smoke and wow -- what a hidden gem. This place isn't just a restaurant; it's a culinary journey across cultures, textures, and perfectly balanced flavors. We kicked off the evening with a WhistlePig PiggyBack Rye Old Fashioned -- smoky, strong, and beautifully stirred -- followed by a bold glass of Cult Cabernet Sauvignon, which paired perfectly with the richness of the meal. To start, we had half a dozen oysters from British Columbia -- fresh, briny, and served with an elegant mignonette that let the natural flavor shine. Then came the pork belly, and let me just say: if you only order one thing, make it this. The cheddar jalapeño cornbread base, combined with hot honey and pickled Fresno chile, was a beautiful, unexpected dance of sweet heat and savory richness. The diversity of the menu is what really stood out -- from Wagyu burgers to bao buns with bulgogi, to the Santa Maria Ribeye with rosemary potatoes, it's a mix of global inspiration executed with elevated finesse. Every dish we saw coming out of the kitchen looked like art. The ambience? Refined but relaxed -- the kind of place where you feel equally at home sipping cocktails or settling into a long, thoughtful dinner. I ended the evening with a crisp glass of Taonga Sauvignon Blanc, a local Arizona selection that added a refreshing, citrusy finish -- the perfect close to a layered, satisfying experience. The service was beyond a hospitality moment! Whether you're a foodie, cocktail enthusiast, or just want to impress someone with a surprise gem, Barley & Smoke absolutely delivers. We forget to thank Megan for her guidance in our journey of flavor exploration. Thank you! read more

It's Peoria, AZ. It's begging for fine dining options that are refreshingly food first, price expected second. We have been to Arrowhead Grill and watched prices rise without the quality rising. We tire of the drive towards Scottsdale. We hear we can drop money at BB and then resent it so we cook at home but I tire of cooking to get value and long for attention. We heard of Barley and Smoke and checked the address several times as it's located in a bar? In a strip mall? By a Walmart and Dairy Queen? We enter the entrance and everyone's in tshirts. Where has my husband taken me for our Anniversary? Why did I over dress? The Maitre D is in jean shorts. "You must be for Barley and Smoke." We get walked passed all the staring through the kitchen. "We have guests." She announces and they all greet us with genuine smile and a touch of reverence. She takes us to a silver double door and it opens into beautiful soft lightening and some chattering. It IS a speakeasy feel and they achieved the "secret" effect. I like that. I like to remember something novel. Run rabit run meets Peoria? We get seated. The bar wraps around a corner of the room and over looks the chefs busy. The outer perimeter has 8 maybe nine tables and seats 2-6 people maybe 8 by why ruin the intimacy. The menus changes but the options are a taste of various desires. The bar is full and everyone has a cocktail. Things look a tad sexier in Peoria. There's no windows. I like that. The small plates start for us with a simple charcuterie. Something to keep talking over. The raw oysters come and are meaty sweet and paired with mignonettes. One is gin infused and our secret drinking starts. We select our cocktails: Smokin' Aces and the Black Gotham. Smokin' Aces has the essential smoking hardwood gun cap. The nose takes in the dense heat and then the drink flows down your throat and hits all the bitters. Black Gotham is velvety at first and hits walnut, oak then at the tip of the tongue chocolate bitters. Bao Bun is soft dough and over stuffed with a savory sweet marinade. The pork is tender and the pickled veggies hit the high sours with the thin sliced peppers hitting the spicy notes. It's East meets West because true to America it is stuffed and pouring out. The ribeye is tender and well seasoned not over salted sitting on the horseradish potatoes and covered in wild mushrooms. "We should cook more with wild mushrooms," I say to my husband. But he's licking his fingers again. We talk about our wedding night 24 years ago and we think of the major decisions we made in those 24 years and reflect on which we agree were best. Going to try Barley and Smoke and it's little Peoria secret is one of them! read more

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Everything was 1st Class. The food, service and ambiance was beyond awesome! Make reservations now!