Our server was Raven was a delight. So well versed in the menu and selling the menu items. Service was excellent and the yellowtail was amazing like candy. Wine bottle prices reasonable and dessert was amazing. Loved the ambiance , decor, and music. read more

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Service was horrible. Did not get a server to place orders for 20 minutes, from arriving to food on the table - 40 minutes. We had a server that appeared to forget us and was working tables inside. Table next to us was not bussed for the entire time we were at the restaurant. Dinner items were gone by 8 pm. I can understand the charm, but you can not demand reservations without urgency. read more

The vibe at this place is really cool! Dress up in some fun animal print and enjoy a fun night out. The prices are a little steep but it's a nice place so it wasn't anything crazy imo. The menu had some unique options. We tried several things and all the food was really delicious and came out quickly. My only complaint is that the waitress boxed our food up for us and she didn't box up any of the cheese that came with the potatoes which was really disappointing since it was so delicious and there was a decent amount left. She did however box up a few pieces of lettuce that were more garnish than anything on top of the leftover steak so I had to pull off old, stale lettuce from my leftovers before heating them up. read more

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Girl Dinner on a Thursday. Sure, why not?!? My sister secured a Thursday Night OUTDOOR PATIO reservation at this always packed establishment on Mill Ave. The restaurant was lively, full of energy from the open air kitchen, and beautifully decorated! We had the a number of statements were AMAZING! Get the Melted Brie...... it's so good you can slather it on a boot. The chicken was also super moist, tender, and marinated to perfection. The Jungle Thyme cocktail was the perfect balance of sweet, tart, and refreshing. Our server Kelly was top notch and very accommodating. She made sure we didn't want for anything, provided a friendly atmosphere, and took care of us by finding an inside table once it started randomly raining on the patio. Truly an experience to be had again! read more

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Great food? CHECK. Great service? CHECK. Great ambiance? CHECK. In mid-December, we headed to Tempe for a long weekend for my stepdaughter's graduation from ASU. It was a weekend of much celebration, and one of the highlights was our visit to Filthy Animal. The whole vibe is great. Very "jungle," but not at all cheesy. We sat outside (we East Coasters were delighted with a break from winter's grip and enjoyed the balmy AZ temps). Lots of warm firelight out there, and a lush, tropical garden feel. Service was ACE. Our server was friendly and funny and helpful. She took extra care of our diner who has a tree nut allergy and made sure our every need (and then some) was met. But the food. OMG THE FOOD. We started with the Pibil Dumplings and Fire-Roasted Bone Marrow. Both were amazing but those dumplings... WOW. We ordered a second plate because we gobbled them up so quickly. Around the table, we had the whole spicy lobster (our grad got this specifically because of the Korean mac and cheese, which clearly did not disappoint, but was blown away by the whole thing); I got the campfire branzino which was light, moist, flaky, and beautifully flavorful. Another got the lemongrass roasted chicken and was raving about it the whole time; husband--who never orders steak out because he maintains he makes it better than anyone else--got the bone-in ribeye (and the shishito Caesar salad) and his eyes practically rolled back into his head. He was floored by how good it was. The drinkers at the table were all more than satisfied with their cocktails (they had both Monkey 47 gin *and* green Chartreuse behind the bar, so what I'm told was a great "Last Word" was possible) and if you're sober, like me, the bartenders have an array of non-alcoholic options based on the flavor profile you like (e.g., spicy, garden, etc.) Terrific, and I wish more places were this thoughtful. In all, it was just a great experience. If we find ourselves in Phoenix again, we will definitely be back! read more

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I wanted to love this place. It had been on my list and we got a babysitter and everything. The decor is beautiful - but our experience was upsetting. We made a reservation weeks ahead for both the speakeasy as well as filthy animal. Upon checking in at filthy animal I reminded them of both of these reservations, and they took us back to the speakeasy. My sister did the same upon showing up 10 mins later. Then, 5 mins prior to our reservation we went up and reminded filthy animal that we were in the speakeasy and ready to be seated whenever the table was ready - they said they would come get us when it was ready. We waited, waited, waited.. finally it was FORTY FIVE MINUTES past our reservation time and we were getting frustrated so i walked up and said hey is the table ready it should have been 45 mins ago. The host asked the party name and acted like she had no idea we had been waiting for them to get us...... absolutely ridiculous to have no proper communication between your staff on shift or between your speakeasy in the back. By the time we sat town clearly we were already in a bad mood - tired, super hungry. The food was good but nothing memorable and our waitress was hard to find and they didn't do anything for our friends birthday, noted on the reservation. We ended up having to ask our sitter to stay later and pay her longer due to this mishap on the restaurant and overall killed the vibe. Wouldn't come back for dinner to this spot unfortunately again. read more

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This was on top of my list to try. I was so excited to come and have dinner here last night. I'm so glad I did, so glad I started the new year with this restaurant. The layout, the restaurant the patio so cool! So nice. It was amazing. We definitely want to come back. Our server was Kelly. She was amazing, shout out to Kelly. We got some appetizers, but I forgot to take pictures lol because we were so hungry. We got the pork belly skewers and the short rib dumplings. Freaking fantastic!! All our entrées were delicious and perfect. Cocktails were very pretty and elegant and had some great wine as well. For dessert, we got the cheesecake and the birthday ice cream cake, OMG... So yummy. I highly recommend you make the time to come down and go have dinner there. read more

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My apologies for the already eaten small plates. They were too delicious to devour before the picture. We ordered and ate the grilled oysters, not pictured, and they were good. I've never had grilled and they were not bad, I just prefer raw oysters. We went here for my sisters birthday last month and this restaurant did NOT disappoint. As soon as you walked in, the restaurant felt luxurious. We were all dressed for the occasion but I do not believe there is a dress code. The service was quick and our server was friendly with great recommendations. My favorite dish, which I ordered, was the Bomba Rice. It was rich and delicious! The whipped potatoes paired well with the bone-in short rib. My sister really enjoyed the lobster, she just wished they had to tools to crack it. We tried to see the speakeasy but unfortunately there was a private party and we couldn't go into it. We will be back to see the speakeasy! I truly recommend eating here! read more

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We loved everything. The Aloha From Hawaii, Pibil Dumplings, Tiradito, Campfire Seabass, White Oak Grilled Chicken Skewers, and the Ice Cream Cake were all delicious! Inside is gorgeous, very glamorous, ornate, and detailed oriented. I made a reservation the week of for date night and highly recommend doing that since it gets busy. There was a 15-20min wait for those who did not make a reservation when I was there. read more

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Interesting concept and very cool decor! The miso cheesecake was dense and delicious, and the pibil beef dumplings were a winner as well! Our server was excellent and the view we had of the fire pit was pretty neat! My one tiny comment is that the cabbage could have used some more time to cook. The base was cold and pretty hard still. But my husbands fish was excellent! read more

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Filthy Animal truly impressed me the ambience deserves its own moment, gorgeous, moody, classy, and undeniably hot. The Summertime Friends cocktail was a standou , bright and layered with blanco tequila, poblano heat, grapefruit , pamplemousse, sumac, vanilla anise, and lime. For food, the lemongrass half chicken was packed with flavor, the chicken skewers were perfectly juicy, and the milk bread with miso tomato butter & kalamata was dangerously addictive. A spot that nails both drinks and dishes. A disclaimer for all vegan people not much options from them, the edamame hummus listed on the menu wasn't available, so we settled for the vegan ceviche, which was just okayish. read more

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I love going to Drop Dead Gorgeous so I automatically thought the feelings would be the same for Filthy Animal, I was wrong. Of course the aesthetic and ambiance is amazing love it! The service was Grade A as well. Our server was attentive and such a wonderful person. Lastly, The fooood! I ordered the lobster plate and first they did not break the lobster shell open, they didnt have anymore "lobster crackers" available so I had to send my lobster back twice to get the shell cracked by the cook. Then the macaroni chicken concoction on top of the lobster was two thumbs down (definitely not my favorite) I would never order that dish again. My friend loved her food so I maybe just need to try something else on my next visit but that lobster dish needs something rethinking read more

Lions and tigers and bears oh my! This restaurant was on my to-do list. My sister surprise me for my birthday and took me there for lunch. We arrived at this restaurant around 2:30. When you approached the restaurant, we were visually greeted with a 60s style cloth awning and as we entered the restaurant, our eyes were greeted with pleasant Safari style decor, and low lighting. Since we had missed the lunch rush, there was plenty of open seating. We were quickly seated at a curved booth. It was comfortable and we loved the decor in the center of the table. Please see photos below. I had the flank steak which came with french fries and an arugula salad. My sister ordered the pork belly skewers, and my niece ordered the chicken skewers. We started our meal off with the edamame hummus. The hummus was delicious and I loved that instead of being served with pita bread, It was served with plantain chips. My flank steak was cooked perfectly. I enjoyed my arugula salad, but I do wish my french fries were not cold. I tried some of the chicken and pork belly skewers. They were also very tasty and so was the rice that accompanied them. The rice had a unique flavor. I believe I tasted a slight fennel flavor mixed in with the other delicious spices. Since it was my birthday, they brought out a piece of their birthday ice cream cake. I loved the cake on top with the ice cream on the bottom. My favorite part was probably scooping the ice cream up with the broken waffle cone that the cake was topped with. It really was a delicious birthday dessert. Our service name was Amber and she was very engaging. She had several recommendations that were her favorites. I especially enjoyed her drink recommendation, which was called the Jungle Thyme. It was a combination of martinique rhum, cachaca, suava, orgeat, grapefruit, lime & thyme. It was very delicious. read more

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We made a 6pm reservation for 4 people for a birthday dinner. We arrived early to have a pre cocktail at the speakeasy next door then came back to the hostess stand to be seated at 6pm. The restaurant is dark and dimly lit which add a nice moody vibe. Joy and the other hostesses were pleasant and even offered to take pictures which was so nice. We were sat immediately. However, we asked if we could be sat in a certain booth next to the leopard and they said no as someone reserved all four booths. A little disappointed as the restaurant was pretty empty when we arrived but okay. Just to point out, we dined for over 2 hours and no one sat in the leopard section which was a disappointment. Our server Nick was very friendly and offered some good recommendations on the menu. He was timely and we never waited or was rushed to order. Very nice. We started with a few appetizers including the Pibill dumplings which were spicy and delicious. The Cast Iron Brie. Creamy, Smokey and sweet. The Elote Asado. Very tasty and flavorful. But here's the thing. Why three pieces of everything? Why not four? For example, a nice size portion of the Brie appetizer with three small pieces of bread. Clearly not enough to finish even half the dish. Same with the elote. Three. Why not say, this comes with three prices would you like to add a fourth or more and charge a couple of dollars more. We ordered the Spicy peanut & Tomato salad for the table. It lived up to the name. Spicy and full of flavor. I ordered the filet and it was booked perfectly to the medium rare + temperature I requested. It was delicious. It came with chimichurri sauce, 2 small potatoes and a small salad. Very tasty. The others ordered the lamb and said it was delicious. For desert we ordered the miso cheesecake I believe. Delicious! Overall the staff was friendly and attentive. The food was very good. I would recommend for special occasions. read more

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I made a reservation on Open Table and only saw outdoor patio seating available which was a bummer because the inside of the restaurant is gorgeous and cozy. I check in with the host and as she walks me outside to the saddest looking patio, I notice about 20 open tables inside which I found odd! I was literally the only one dining outside and although my server was really nice I kind of felt forgotten. The highlight of the night was "Have you heard of Mezcal" and "Marked man" WOW those two drinks were amazing! But my favorite was the mezcal, it has a Smokey taste! The milk bread and the Pibil dumplings were great. The center cut filet was ok, I would've preferred mash potatoes instead of the two peewee potatoes it comes with. Overall my experience was ok but next time I'll call the restaurant directly for indoor dining. read more

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Beautiful, warm, cozy venue Friendly staff Amazing menu The lamb chops were juicy, tender and oh so flavorful I did not have a tomahawk but will try if I ever return to Tempe! Totally enjoyable experience. read more

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We had such a fun night at The Filthy Animal! From the moment we walked in, I loved the decor. It's dark, moody, and stylish without being overdone. The animal patterns add just the right touch of personality to the space. We were running late because of traffic and called ahead, they were super accommodating, which we really appreciated. We started with cocktails and wine, followed by a handful of appetizers to share. We ordered the Milk Bread, Dumplings, Melted Cast Iron Brie, Ceviche, and Edamame Hummus. Everything was delicious, though portions lean on the smaller side. The Ceviche and Hummus both came with Plantation chips that we enjoyed. The Milk Bread butter looked like a little strawberry on top, which was a cute presentation. The Warm Brie was rich and gooey! For entrees, our table ordered the Lemongrass Chicken, Chicken Skewers, and the Fried Rice, which was amazing. It has mushrooms, carrots, and peas, great flavor. I wanted to try the Oyster Mushroom skewers, but they were out. I also had my eye on the Campfire Branzino, but it's cooked in a chorizo broth. They said they could make it without the chorizo but that it would take away from the intended flavor of the dish, which I respected but was still a little disappointed about. I ended up ordering the Grilled Oysters (came with three) and the Shishito Caesar. Both were good, though again, portions are on the smaller side and the Caesar definitely had a spicy kick! One thing that surprised me for such a creative menu, there isn't a seafood entree option that isn't mixed with meat. The only real seafood entrées are the Branzino (with chorizo) or the Lobster (with pork belly). Would love to see a standalone seafood option in the future! Our server was darling, very friendly. We had theater tickets so she made sure to keep us on schedule. I also loved the server's outfits, animal print scarves, white 2 piece dress, and Lululemon fanny packs, super cute. We peeked at the outdoor patio before we left, and it looks like a really cool spot to hang out, especially on a nice evening. Filthy Animal has a great vibe, service, and flavorful food. Just keep in mind the portions are on the smaller side, and the strictly seafood options are limited. We'll be back to try a few more things and hopefully those mushroom skewers next time! read more

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We came from out of town and happened to be walking by this restaurant and decided to try it out. This place exceeded our expectations. The atmosphere was so calm and relaxing while the food was smoky and full of delicious flavor. The servers and hostesses were all very lovely and welcoming. Overall, I would most definitely come back to this place when I visit AZ once again. read more

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The restaurant is just beautiful inside. Visually, very romantic & attractive. Our food was excellent and our service was THE BEST! The service exceeded our expectations! Amber H. knew the menu exceptionally well and made recommendations that truly hit the mark! Our food came out beautiful and very timely. This place is a "must do!" read more

What an experience! This restaurant had me at the name alone, but the things that really got my blood pumping began on arrival. I arrived to find that a couple "accidentally" took my parties reservation. Once sorted an order of oysters was delivered to our table. Since we'd yet to put in an order we flagged down a waitress who apologized and told us to eat them. A few minutes later another snatched the plate away mid bite- I literally had the shell in my hand. It's a good thing we remember experiences by how they end, right?! And this one ended beautifully. From the milk bread with miso tomato butter to the bomba rice, and lamb chops each dish and drink left our table wanting more. Everything was well seasoned, prepared properly, and full of flavor. After a few drinks and bites, the team graciously adjusted our reservation at Drop Dead Gorgeous- the accompanying speakeasy, and ensured we'd arrive in time to have another drink or two. As the last party of the night, they walked us over, connected us with our server and wished us an amazing evening. All and all, we arrived on a busy night, and I really appreciate this team. Apart from a few initial hiccups, the hospitality we received was unmatched. I visit Phoenix a few times a year. I rarely return to the same restaurant, but I may have to make an exception for this one! --- Altogether we tried: -Have you heard of Mezcal cocktail (fav) -Saint Laurent cocktail -Gin Gimlet cocktail -French 75 cocktail -Wise Decision cocktail -milk bread (fav) -grilled oysters -croquettes -bone in short rib -lamb chops (fav) -bomba rice read more

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Filthy Animal offers a really fun, flavorful experience for date night! (We also saw a lot of people here for business dinners and such.) Really unique ambiance, they leaned into this safari, animorphic vibe. Service was awesome and it seems every part of staff helps out, coming by to drop off dishes as they are ready or refill drinks. We tried a bunch of different items and none of them disappointed. read more

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Michelin Star incoming. I said what I said. When the Michelin Guide finally realizes Arizona exists, Filthy Animal is getting drafted first round! Chef Rene Vargas is either a genius or legally insane (in the best way). The food here had me questioning reality. I was out here apologizing to plates before I destroyed them. Highlights: * Pineapple tuna ceviche = melt city * Pibil dumplings = edible artwork * That mozzarella stick thing = quite literally the greatest bite of food I've ever had. I saw God. He winked. For mains, I got the bone-in ribeye cooked like it had something to prove. My lady had the lemongrass chicken which was so juicy it could solve world peace. Then we shared the spicy lobster mac and stared silently at each other like, "Are we okay??" Our server Levi has psychic powers. Nostradamus level powers. She brought stuff before we even knew we needed it. If she told me to invest in Bitcoin again, I'd do it. Best dinner I've had in my LIFE. Also, ask about the speakeasy in the back called Drop Dead Gorgeous. You're welcome. 10/10 would ruin these plates again. Thank you Rene, Levi and the rest of the Filthy Animal staff for making a night I'll never forget. read more

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One of the best culinary experiences I've had in some time . They hit all the senses here . Every single staff member was well put together and on point as far as great service . The food was absolutely incredible. A must stop ! Many vegan options , all of which blew my tastebuds away . The ambiance is beautiful ( and so is every person who works here ) Will be back ! read more

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Stopped in here after a business meeting in Tempe. Super cool ambiance & open wood fire kitchen. The service was solid, manager was very attentive. The food was really good, I thought the sandwich bread was a little dry, but overall super good. Def want to come back for a dinner read more

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Came here for my birthday which also happened to be AZ Restaurant Week and WOW. Just wow. I could write a book about why you should eat at filthy animal, I was truly blown away by the quality food, outstanding service and elevated ambiance. The dumplings were the best I've ever had. I wish so deeply they'd make them a regular menu item. The Long Island cut? So unique, melt in your mouth, put-a-man-to-sleep good. The miso cheesecake? Unlike anything I've had before. I was weary at first, but I ended up ordering a second it was so good! Overall, probably the best meal I've had in years. Perfect all around, everything crafted by Pretty Decent Concepts quickly becomes a favorite of mine. read more

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Easily best service we have received in a long time! Amber was amazing and offered fantastic recommendations. We came to celebrate our anniversary and loved the aesthetic of the restaurant; perfect for date night. The dessert was fantastic, highly recommend the miso cheesecake! The small plates were okay, I'd be interested to try different ones next time. The cocktails were delicious! All in all, we had a great experience. read more

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This restaurant is absolutely very unique and creative! The staff was very nice and welcoming when I walked in with my party. We choose to sit outside and the attentive server we had was amazing! We really enjoyed the lamb chops and pineapple ceviche! All very fresh and delicious! The drinks were 10/10 I definitely would highly recommend read more

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Fun atmosphere, comfortable seating and great staff. Amber was the absolute best server I have ever experienced! She was so knowledgeable about the menu and truly made our group feel special. The food and drinks were delicious. Steaks cooked to perfection. Appreciated the complimentary valet. read more

Such a beautiful spot definitely cute vibes. I went with 3 other people we have the bone marrow for an app and it had great flavor but the bread was burnt I had to ask for new bread. 1 person had the ny steak cut and hated it got it medium rare and said it was so tough. Another had the chicken and really enjoyed the taste said the chicken was soft. I had this shrimp rice it was good but not like amazing where I would come back for it read more

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First of all, the service was great, our waiter was kind, attentive, and very helpful throughout the entire experience. The interior is absolutely beautiful, and the ambiance is nice, with a moderate level of noise that still allows you to enjoy your time. My favorite part had to be the bread. It was perfect; so soft it practically melted in my mouth. One item I wouldn't order again was the fried rice. It looked like Mexican rice, but unfortunately, it lacked flavor and mostly tasted smoky. The dumplings were good and well-seasoned, and I really enjoyed the achiote base it added a nice depth of flavor. The yellowfin tiradito was very fresh, and the quality of the fish really stood out; definitely one of the highlights. For the main course, I had the short rib. It was tender and flavorful, served on a bed of black beans with a beautiful presentation on the bone. I personally would've liked to see a different style of beans to complement it. As for drinks, everything we tried was good. My favorite was the "Wise Decision," while my husband really enjoyed the "Vintage Culture." Overall, a great experience with a few standout dishes and just a couple things I'd skip next time read more

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Service is top notch, food is solid and inventive at times, and the place is a great vibe. Drinks are costly and not as strong as the price would lead one to believe, but the ones we tried were tasty. Dessert knocked our socks off, the Miso cheesecake was spectacular. Our server was absolutely wonderful and overall a great night with solid food and ambiance. read more

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Outdoor seating along Mill ave is wonderful. The restaurant gets busy so it feels a little crowded when it does, but the decor is classy, and while it can get noisy it's still very comfortable. The food was very good. I particularly loved the melted brie appetizer and the chicken was perfection and a lot of it. read more

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Filthy Animal is a play on words as it grabs your attention and makes you remember it. Please don't let the name confuse you, it is NOT organ meat. The restaurant is beautifully decorated. I feel the need to wear a safari pith helmet and khaki. The upscale lighting and artwork is stunning. We went with our friends who are mostly vegan and very adventurous. The menu can be meat heavy but the small plates are intriguing and have well thought out flavor combos. The evening was nice and our reservations early so we elected to dine outside. Our only issue was the misters were going so strong that water droplets can down like rain. Once notified, the restaurant shut them off. We had real intrigue with the small plate flavor combinations, unusual ingredients groupings and waitress suggestions. The milk bread with miso tomato butter, almond and kalamata was the first to arrive. The rolls were slightly sweet, pillowy and unbelievable when accompanied with the savory butter. I easily could of polished off two plates on my own. The heirloom tomato and spicy peanut dressing with onions, daikon radish, baby gem, whipped queso de cabra, mala chili and sour nut was a show stopper. It was not over-powering but kept you coming back for one more bite. A definite must try. The Taridito with yellow tail, grilled peaches, avacado crema, habanero passion fruit aguachile, and crispy quinoa was good but our least favorite. The tuna cerviche with grilled pineapple, leche de tigre, crispy quinoa and lightly salted long plantain chips were over the moon good. The sweet, salty and savory flavors were perfectly blended and memorable. Our final selection was the bomba rice risotto with shrimp, linguica, green peas, piquillo peppers, kosho aioli and parmesan was smooth, amazing flavor and warm to the soul. A truly incredible dish. It is difficult to express just how pleasantly surprised and absolutely tasty our dining was tonight. The name completely threw us off. A heart felt thank you to our female server and her suggestions. Filthy Animal is a new favorite dining space in the hip ASU center of town. All of us will definitely be returning to discover the rest of the menu. If you have the opportunity, make reservations and book a seat to a truly enjoyable evening of dining at Filthy Animal. Great Job! read more

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Came here on a Thursday evening and was surprised how busy they are. Good thing I made reservations, so make sure you make reservations. Loved the decor, it's like I'm walking into a modern/bohemian safari! So fun! A lot of similarities to Wren and Wolf but the food is different. Had a flare to it which I enjoyed! Everything is very flavorful! Started off with the following: Oysters with aguachile foam, fresno relish and they were delicious! The topping on it didn't over power it which is good! Tuna Pineapple Ceviche - very flavorful! Our server recommended and it was a great appetizer to start with! Main course: Flambadou Tomahawk 42oz cooked medium, served table side with a fire show! So good! It came with a decent side (full size) arugula salad that paired well with the steak! Bone-In-short rib with black beans. It was good too, but the tomahawk stole the show! Not sure if I like it paired with the black beans but the meat is tender. We ordered a side of Whipped Potatoes and it is very buttery! Enjoyed it! Dessert: Went with the birthday cake ice cream cake and a miso cheesecake. All is delicious! read more

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Checked out Filthy Animal in Tempe recently. Our server was great. super attentive and friendly, but unfortunately the food didn't quite live up to the hype. It was just okay and felt overpriced for the quality. The vibe of the place is cool, and it definitely has potential as a fun spot to grab drinks, but for the price point I was expecting the food to stand out more. Might come back for the atmosphere and service, but probably not for the food. read more

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I'll start with the positives: Our table was ready early for our reservation. We had a really nice spot kind of in the middle where we could see all of the decor and watch the chefs cooking. The decor of the restaurant is incredible. It is so pleasing to the eye it's kind of a moody vibe, lots of dark earth, tones, and metallics and animal prints. The serving staff was great. We had two servers because when was training, they gave lots of recommendations. they were very attentive, checked on us often really great service. I really like that you could see the chefs preparing the food over the open fire and all of that. They focus heavy on a lot of smoked items so at one point we saw people order a tomahawk steaks and they came out with like fire and smoke and all kinds of cool things so the presentation was really cool. The milk bread we ordered was phenomenal. All of the drinks ordered were really great. I had some sort of French 75 blend. I think it was called the Saint Laurent and then I just had a standard beer on top and then the two people I were with got mock tails for one person and a mascara and pineapple beverage of some sort they said their drinks were really good as well. Now for the cons: We ordered the smoked broccoli and it left a lot to be desired. It was too giant broccoli socks kind of dry. I wish they would've used broccolini instead I feel like it would've infuse the smoky flavor more. I ordered the smoked salad with two oyster mushroom skewers the food runner that delivered it kind of halfway set it down lifted the lid no real presentation which is fine. It's just a salad with smoke underneath, but the salad itself was just not great and in my opinion, the oyster mushrooms were very much overcooked. They were very tough and I think they were like $20 for two tiny skewers not really at all worth it. I can't speak for the other food that was ordered because I didn't eat it and I don't want to speak on their experience, but I know they ordered a pork chop, which was the number one recommended from the server and then also an edamame of some sort which did not get eaten just a few bites so that makes me think that it probably wasn't as great as they anticipated. The vibe of this place is really great. I just wish that the food was at the same standard of the decor and the showmanship. I don't think I would be returning, but it was worth the experience. read more

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I've been wanting to try this place for a while so I was excited when my friend decided to have her birthday dinner here. The outside of the restaurant is beautiful. Here is a breakdown of my experience: -We had reservations for 9:30. I arrived around 9:25. I got checked in and waited about 15-20 minutes near the front before being seated. - They have a lot of vents right over the tables so just know it is extremely cold lol -Ace (the server) was good! He would disappear for while but the restaurant was packed so given how busy it was, I'd say he did a good job. -I got the summertime friends cocktail and my friend got the espresso martini which apparently has pineapple in it. She wasn't crazy about it so she wound up getting the same drink as me. The summertime friends drink was GOOD! Like, I'm still thinking about it lol -We got the milk bread for the table. 1 friend got the filet, 2 friends got the bomba rice, and 2 of us got the half lemongrass chicken which came with mashed potatoes and roasted carrots. The milk bread was good and so was the butter that came with it. Our only complaint was that it was super salty. A sprinkle of salt on top of the bread would have been fine. It seemed like they poured an entire container of salt on top. The bomba rice was really good and well seasoned. The chicken is where we were really disappointed. The mashed potatoes and carrots were good. The lemongrass sauce or whatever it is was good, but it literally was just on the top of the chicken. The inside of the chicken was not great. It lacked a lot of flavor. Marinating it would be a great idea. I didn't eat a majority of the chicken which sucks because it was the main part of the meal. It was also difficult to cut through so I am not sure if it was because the knives are dull or what because the chicken itself was not dry. The birthday dessert for our friend was the best part of the meal. I don't think I'd come back because the food was lackluster for the price point. -The wait for food and drinks was kind of long. -The inside of the restaurant is beautiful and definitely photo worthy. You are literally paying for the ambience and not the food. read more

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The Ambiance of the restaurant was amazing. It's very cool how the decorated from floor to even the ceiling by. I loved the brunch option. It was pretty reasonable-- $60 for 2 drinks, half an app and an entree. Parking isn't on site and no valet so you need to know where to park. The drink menu was fun and enjoyed their version of the espresso martini. The Brie skillet could have used more fruit / strawberry tones maybe some strawberry preserve as it was bland and one note of the Brie. The pork belly stir fry was also a bit bland. Soy sauce or more seasoning would have helped. Server was great- she was on it. The food was the only place for real improvement as it was just OK. read more

Filthy Animal - Their espresso martini and old fashion - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Tempe, Arizona

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Great place. Super yummy. But more than that Raven our server was amazing. Just amazing. I will be back. We will be back. The management here is great and they hire great. Raven is one of those --- great. read more

Beautiful restaurant super cool decor on the inside, kind of a weird location for an upscale spot but they nailed the inside. Very friendly service / bartenders were all super nice and professional. Croquettes - best I've ever had Grill oysters - were ok Bomba rice - disappointing, good flavor but way to heavy (thinking they could get rid of the heavy cream in this dish altogether) Glad I tried it - recommend if your in the area read more

Filthy Animal - Croquettes - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Tempe, Arizona

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