This place is definitely a hidden gem! We came in for cocktails which is delicious, but left raving…read moreabout the food! The rotating menu changes weekly or so, and everything we had was amazing! The risotto was full of flavor and the kale salad was probably the best salad I've had! The bar is small but a welcoming vibe, and the staff was really friendly and fun to talk with!

What an amazing evening, beautifully curated with so many thoughtful details. Only downside is that…read morefor some reason Apple maps was not accurate to finding the location and parking was a challenge as it is right on Roosevelt Row. However as soon as I found it and immediately after entering Pretty Penny I was transformed to the cutest little restaurant. I was greeted immediately and had made a reservation so even though my friend hadn't arrived yet, they sat me down. They instantly offered water and menus (food and cocktail). I noticed that the menu seemed very small and the dishes were shareable -- I don't eat meat so I was hoping my friend wouldn't mind sticking with fish and seafood (which she didn't). As soon as I got to my table there was the cutest sign that said welcome to Sarah Sherman and guest -- it was such an adorable and personal touch, I loved that! As soon as my friend got there we immediately both ordered the cold brew old fashioned -- we thought about the espresso martini but this just sounded too good to pass up -- and we were not disappointed! This drink was so tasty and strong. We immediately ordered the bread (sourdough boule) to soak up some of the alcohol as well as some oysters and the salsa. The oysters were so well spiced and were absolutely delicious. But the bread, the bread, the bread -- the server mentioned that it took almost 9 months to develop the bread recipe and it served. It was the best bread and butter that I think I have ever had! The salsa was good but probably was my least favorite of everything and it was still super yummy. We then moved on to the octopus tostadas. Sometimes octopus is not my fav -- it can be too chewy but this was so amazing and incredibly flavorful. It was starting to be my favorite dish until we ordered the Hamachi -- OMG!! Talk about a mouth orgasm-- both my friend and I were yummming it up -- but seriously this bite was so complex with different flavors coming up with every chew -- it has coriander candied peanuts, fermented pineapple, avocado, pickled fresno, toasted coconut and aji amarillo yogurt -- The server mentioned that this was the chef's least favorite dish which I totally do not understand because this was off the charts in my book. We also tried the earl gray whiskey sour, which was light and delicious, and ended with the shrimp toast and the espresso martini. By the way the toast on the shrimp toast was like a little fried dough triangle -- sooooo gooood! The martini was good but the cold brew old fashioned really stole the spotlight for me. Other details I loved that just elevated the experience: Purse hook (very important to me), the little trays for your utensils, metal coasters, incredibly attentive servers, fantastic music, great ambiance and the cutest was the penny they put on top of your check. So cute -- was not expecting such an enjoyable all around experience!! Will be back 1000%!!!

Oh my God. A. Gastronomy delight…read more I can't praise this hideaway enough. Great food, fabulous service this speakeasy is a must

Oh my Lord... what a terrible experience. The high-4 score Yelp has for them must be all bot…read moregenerated as this place massively sucks. Our server, H.S., should in no way shape or form be a server. Her entire approach and demeanor was incredibly caustic. Her attitude towards guests was severely antagonistic. And I hated that she kept reminding us how much time we had left for our table. 1 hour, 45 minutes, 30 minutes... demonstrates this business (dive) doesn't care about guest experience... only turning tables. Several yelp reviewers mentioned how loud it gets. It does get loud, very loud, especially when a certain server cackles from across the room... like a hideous witch. Thought the menu was decent enough but lacked a little. Ordered the pasta... typically a safe bet as this place is in a dank basement and no telling about their food safety. Wrong. Pasta was waaay overcooked. Do they not sample their food? Who allowed this mush to be served?! Overall horrible experience. Will never set foot in Rough Rider again. In fact, my dinner experience was so bad I'm making it a point to tell everyone to avoid this disaster.

Great food here.. the happy hour menu is something you don't want to miss either. A lot of tvs to…read morewatch, good drinks, and great food. I love the indoor and outdoor seating especially with the view of the mortgage matchup center (formerly footprint center). The staff was kind, management came and checked on us and they even gave great food suggestions.

The bartender greeted me as I came in for a late lunch and quickly informed me that they make…read moreeverything fresh with a farm-to-table pipeline. She gave me a sample of the Cactus Bird Juicy Wheat, and it was the right call for a light mid-day beverage. After some good feedback on my shortlist of lunch queries, I went with the Farmer's Market Bowl--featuring charred avocado, grilled asparagus, crispy Japanese sweet potato, toasted grains, red pepper emulsion, salted cashew, arugula, and chimichurri--which was flavorful and light, filling without being heavy. I trashed the plated presentation by quickly stirring the bowl to ensure that all the ingredients got coated in the sauce.

We stopped in and were pleasantly surprised. I'm super proud of this business and I hope it is…read moreprosperous. The service was amazing and the food was delicious. Small space but perfect for a date night or girls night out. Will definitely return

Place was great! Fun vibe. Yummy food. Music had me singing at the table (but not with my mouth…read morefull!) Lemon drop martini was spot on and refreshing. Onion petals, oyster flight, and the steamed lobster tails were all delish. This is a must stop for oyster lovers!

F&L offered great service and a welcoming atmosphere! Food is great, with a variety of beverage…read moreoptions. :) 10/10 would come back again. My only complaint is that the chairs in front of the indoor store were uncomfortable to sit on.

First & Last is place that I recommend anyone visiting Phoenix. The lunch menu is amazing, and has…read moresome of the best sandwiches in Arizona! I always go early at open and they serve fairly quick.

This was our 5th time to Buck & Rider and truly we can't say enough good things about it!!!! It's…read morethe most consistent restaraunt in my opinion. The food, the service, the atttentive-ness (shoutout to Shelby! She was so sweet and loved the whole dining experience with her) the ambiance is ALWAYS good. This time of year is especially my favorite with the doors open, the light breeze, the dimly lit interior, greenery, landscaping, it's just a vibe and I honestly don't ever want to go anywhere else. The seafood tower is our favorite! Every single thing is SO fresh, the best we've ever had, buttery, fresh, and delicious. They also don't skimp on portion size. Their drinks are super yummy, I love the Diego Riveria drink! So good. Great wine selection. The shrimp risotto was super yummy the pan seared salmon! Also, we've had their sushi and oysters rockerfeller and they are both outstanding. Thanks for sharing your amazing restaurant and staff with us! Cheers. We will be back again soon.

I recently tried Buck & Rider during Resaturant Week, and overall, it was a mixed experience…read more Let's start with the good: 1. I was seated quickly and the service was good. 2. They have complimentary valet. 3. The espresso martini, voodoo fried rice, and the steak and fries were all very delicious. Now, what could be improved: 1. The caesar salad was dry and basic. It definitely needed more dressing and more flavor. 2. The mocktail was a major miss. It taste like soap or cleaning products. It was essentially an overpriced glass of pure awfulness and disappointment. 3. I wish there were more than one dessert option. The small cookie and the average tasting gelato just didn't do it for me. I gave it 3/5 this time, but I might give it another try in the future.

The Atmosphere was open, cool and quite Bohemian. Love Love Love!…read more Service was good, simple and played back which I enjoyed. Food was bright, clean, and fresh. Good b

Can't believe I haven't gone sooner! The only deterrent to go back is downtown parking…read more We sat outside since inside was freezing! Outside is just as high class and wonderfully decorated as the inside. We even got a couch booth and got to sit next to each other. We did the summer special which was the best special I've ever seen. $60 per person and you get a generous glass of wine, app, entree, and dessert. We both got the curried corn bisque for the app and my oh my I greatly enjoyed this even on a hotter day. The Smokey popcorn was a nice textural addition and the soup was so flavorful, the curry definitely shined through! We also both got the fried chicken for entrees; how could I not order the gluten free fried chicken!? Yes, naturally gluten free! This was outstanding. I'm not sure what the coating is, but it was so so flavorful and so crispy, and the chicken still so juicy. I could eat that on its own. The pepper jems were a cute touch! The mashed potatoes were so creamy. The chicken was placed on top of them so the bottom of the chicken did get soggy so my one suggestion is to place the chicken to the side, but the coating did rub into the potatoes which added some more flavor. The green beans were also tasty, nothing special, but the pistachio butter elevated it (nothing else needed the pistachio butter, not sure what else you use it for). I had a chocolate cake for dessert, the only gluten free dessert they offered me, but I still appreciate the option. It was just okay. The cake was dense and a little dry and didn't scream rich chocolate. There was a chocolate mousse layered in which helped. My boyfriend had some sort of strawberry cake mousse thing with layers of many different things - he thought it okay, I tried the mousse part and really liked it. We had red wine and it was delicious! The service was great, very attentive and they packed some ice in a cup for me because we weren't going home after!

Late lunch 3pm normally a slower pace for a restaurant. Host…read moresat us quickly and server was very friendly and when I asked for recommendations she provided us with some great choices. My friend ordered a burrito and I wanted some lite, I picked the mini seafood tower, with all sauces and avocado on the side. Server brought out complementary seafood tostadas. Food quality, service, ambience, all top-notch, highly recommend!

We were invited to hangout with some friends and enjoy the Mexico World Cup match. Not knowing…read morewhere we were going till last minute we ate at home and had just decided to do drinks and dessert wherever we ended up with our friends. Insert the most fire drinks we've scene in a while and they all can be made NonAlcoholic! Needless to say we had no clue what we were getting ourselves into and we were glad cus the prices were high but the drinks were large and delicious! All of my three daughters and my wife felt so cool with their drinks and loved every sip. Our friends said their food was good and one of which got the coolest pineapple drinks we'd ever scene! Along with amazing chips and salsa we are very excited to come back and get some food as this is a stellar top notch seafood place with amazing drinks people and an all around experience

My wife and I dined here for our 13th Wedding Anniversary. The food was exceptional, fresh and…read moreplentiful. Our server was very attentive and professional. The environment was smooth, vented, and comfortable.

My mom and I stopped at Bluewater Grill back in July while we were leaving Phoenix and heading to…read morethe airport, and WOW. What an experience! From the food to the service, everything was chef's kiss! It was our first time there, so we weren't sure what to order. Our server was absolutely AMAZING. She was so kind, patient, and genuinely helpful with her recommendations. I asked if they had raspberry or peach sweet iced tea, and instead of just saying no, she literally came up with her own concoction for me! That little extra touch meant so much. She even took the time to chat with us about where we were headed because we had a flight to catch. She was incredibly friendly, personable, and made us feel like more than just another table. And THE FOOD?! Absolutely delicious. We especially loved the shrimp dish so much that we ordered TWO more plates to go so we could eat them at the gate while waiting for our flight! lol That should tell you everything you need to know. The food was delicious, the atmosphere was great, but honestly, the customer service is what made this visit unforgettable. This woman deserves ALL the recognition because she was giving A1 service from beginning to end. I actually called the restaurant afterward because I wanted to find out her name, and I was told Ashley. I really hope that's the right girl because that name definitely rings a bell! If it is her, Ashley, THANK YOU! You were so kind to my mom and me and made our experience so special. So if you're in the Phoenix area, ruuuuuuun!!!

We had a concert downtown and enjoy going early and grabbing a light meal and a beer. We traveled…read moredowntown via light rail at about 5pm. We had reservations, were greeted and seated immediately. We decided to share tapas to allow the opportunity to sample a wider variety of dishes. Happy hour menu provided a great opportunity at a reasonable price. We order hummus and peta bread, olives with almonds and a couple of church music IPAs. The beers and olives arrived in a few minutes and the hummus about ten minutes later. Loved the red pepper flavor of the hummus. Beers were cold and refreshing. Next we decided to try the honey saffron and sumac Socca. It was unique and delicious. The ingredients truly complement each other, with the sumac bring a tart flavor to the honey saffron. We also tried the crispy eggplant with tzatziki sauce which was a standout, one of the best bite of the evening. Our last two dishes we selected were the K4 meatballs with parmigiana in a wine sauce and the grilled octopus. The octopus was okay but not as good as it was last time, too many white beans and octopus texture was off. The meatballs were excellent with bold flavors. The atmosphere was quiet initially but the restaurant filled up and got busy about 15 minutes later. Love the open kitchen and eclectic decor. Our server was friendly and attentive. Highly recommended for a unique dining experience before a show downtown! Enjoy!

This has quickly become my favorite spot for a dinner date, and I'd gladly make the journey to and…read morethrough DT Phx for it. The service is excellent, professional, and attentive. There's a live jazz band that plays on the second floor Thursday-Saturday nights, and I was surprised that the volume was not overpowering at all even sitting right in front of them. Star dishes for me (in no particular order)-- 1. Miso Black Cod 2. Woodfired Octopus 3. K4 Copper State Prime Ribeye 4. Japanese Sweet Potato I can't say enough good things about my fave dishes. There's an Asian-inspired flavor profile--savory, slightly sweet, and full of umami. The carrot cake is absolute chef's kiss as well~ not too sweet and is a great portion to share between two people.