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    Original Gravity

    4.4 (413 reviews)
    Open 12:00 pm - 10:00 PM
    Updated 2 months ago

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    Non-Alcoholic beer
    Jon H.

    Finally made it to Original Gravity a few weeks ago and loved it! I saw their menu ages ago and wanted to try the Bee's Knees sandwich and Mac Daddy mac & cheese. Great vibe inside. Service was great, I can't remember her name but she treated us well and made several recommendations for our table and they were all a smashing hit! If you love sweet and spicy chicken sandwiches, you absolutely must come here! The Mac Daddy was decent, but the Bee's Knees has me wanting to come back. On a scale of 1 to 10, best chicken sandwich I have ever tasted!

    Sabine T.

    Stopped by this super-cute gastropub with a friend for a bite to eat, and what a pleasant surprise. It's tucked away in The Strip at Highland and 12th St., and has that cozy feel that makes you want to linger. Had the polenta fries and the mac and cheese, and both were delicious. Capped it off with a slice of the key lime pie for dessert. Yum. Service was excellent. Christy (apologies if I'm misspelling her name) was so friendly and genuinely welcoming. Loved the overall decor. Beautiful photography on the walls, and the fact that the space is woman-owned is a big plus in my book. There's also a charming little patio out back. Plenty of parking right outside, which is always appreciated. Prices did feel a bit steep, but to be fair, that seems to be the norm everywhere these days, and it's hard to hold it against the business.

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    Caroline N.

    Celebrated a birthday on Wednesday 9/17 after work during happy hour! Joined late after most of the party was already settled in, but we were seated at the large high table. Happy hour deals from an Instagram ad: Tuesday-Saturday from 3-6PM and all day Sunday for unbeatable deals: + $10 Polenta Fries, Egg Rolls & Roasted Garlic Hummus, $6 OG House Margaritas, Sangria & Well Cocktails, $1 Off All Local Drafts & Wine on Tap Ordered a margarita that was sweet but not strong, overall satisfying. I tried the polenta fries and roasted garlic hummus ordered for the table, and I was not impressed with either. Honestly, I didn't really like either. I've never had polenta fries before, but I later learned that they're made with cornmeal, which explains why they tasted like potato and flour. I found the toppings of pickled red onions and jalapenos to be strange. I usually enjoy most hummus, including roasted garlic hummus, but this one was too sour, as in too garlicky and lemony. At the end of the dinner, our server brought out a cheesecake for our beloved birthday girl! Not sure if this was complimentary for birthdays, as I wasn't the one who asked for it or potentially paid for it. Overall, incredibly mediocre food redeemed only by great happy hour drink deals and attentive/amazing service (and close proximity to my work).

    French 75
    Bronson S.

    Came with friends after work for a drink and some food. I got the mushroom po' boy and the French 75. The drink was very well mixed and got a nice buzz going for me to enjoy a deep fried mushroom and some sweet potato fries. I feel like since it was a po' boy it should've been on a french loaf, but the sandwhich was still good. The mushroom was super crunch but also super juicy on the inside. The bread was still good despite making this sandwhich a burger rather than a po' boy. I'm interested in coming again to see what their happy hour specials are.

    The Bee's Knees
    Sara F.

    This place was super cute! We got happy hour drinks were $6 (margarita and sangria- which both were super tasty!) and the food is a good portion. My mom and I split The Bees Knees, which was a hot honey chicken sandwich paired with sweet potato fries. I can't wait to come back!!

    Carnitas Tacos (3)
    Tanisha H.

    What a great little space. My goodness. It's been here since 2017 I think is what the bartender said. A hidden gem I would say. Reasonable prices. Super nice staff. Super efficient. The pork belly was delicious but wasn't what I had in mind when I read pork belly. This was more like thick cut bacon and trust me, I'm not mad at this. Would recommend this to anyone! I got the carnitas tacos. They were a smidge dry but good. My friend got the soy salad & really enjoyed it. Would absolutely come back here.

    Vegetarian Tacos
    Lucy B.

    We tried out Original Gravity for an early Friday night dinner and were surprised the restaurant wasn't packed! It's a spacious neighborhood joint with a small outdoor patio space and a large bar. We ordered the polenta fries to start and were pleasantly surprised. While the texture is a bit grainy, the seasoning and sauce add a punch of flavor. For mains, we ordered the vegetarian tacos and the Beef on Weck. The veggie tacos were on the smaller end but had a nice balance of flavor. The Beef on Weck was well seasoned and tasted great. Our server was friendly and knowledgeable, however, given the number of diners and size of the space she would have benefited from some help. We'd definitely check this place out again.

    Carnitas with different hot sauces
    Amanda W.

    On our way back from Sedona to Phoenix for our flight back home, My husband asked for me to find a good burger with draft beers on tap for late lunch. After narrowing it down to 3, we ultimately chose Original Gravity. The place seems to have a good vibe. Probably better for late night with box table games and cards to keep busy while having a few. Our server was super nice and took our orders. I had the carnitas, my husband and daughter had the regular cheeseburgers with fries, and son had the large pretzel sticks. The burgers were huge. Neither of them could finish them. My son enjoyed the pretzels, and my carnitas were ok. Nothing over the top great. My husband thought the burgers were overly sauced and we're drippy/messy. I don't want to give a negative review. I just think things could have been better executed. Being that we were passing through to go to the airport, I don't think I would come back. If we happen to for some reason, I would try the other 2 places I bookmarked. In all honesty, we have only had 1 GREAT meal in Arizona over the 3 trips we have been here. Even in Sedona finding a tasty meal was hard. Everything is overdone and $$$. I guess next time we need to ask a local.

    Beef on Weck with fries
    J.P. W.

    Stopped into this place on a whim and thoroughly enjoyed the experience. It's not an overly large space but it's comfortable and clean and everything you'd expect in a pub with a scratch kitchen. When asked if we had reservations I was nervous (we didn't have reservations) but we found a place at the bar without an issue and there appeared to be one or two tables available. The folks working were very friendly, only caught the name of Mike or Michael behind the bar and he was very conversational and attentive while we sat at the bar. Great beer selection on tap. I had the two darker beers on tap and they were great. They have monitors with the beer selection that's tied into Untappd. The menu has a good variety. I opted for the Beef on Weck and talked to the bartender before ordering, since I'm originally from Upstate New York. The horseradish isn't as hot as you'd get in Buffalo, N.Y. but the roll was right where it was suppose to be and the entire dish was very good. The pork belly appetizer was also excellent. Highly recommended. I look forward to go back.

    Hot AF Burger
    Kathy M.

    I love a good scratch kitchen restaurant, but I wasn't impressed with Original Gravity. I came here with a group of 5. We shared a few appetizers and my bf and I split 2 burgers together. -Polenta Fries: It had a gritty texture on the inside. It tastes better with all the fixings like cotija cheese, jalapeños, and pickled red onions. But overall, I thought it was alright. -IPA Glazed Pork Belly: This sounded so unique but it was just pork belly smothered in a sweet sauce. It wasn't anything to write home about. -Hot AF Burger: This was a beef brisket patty with pork belly, onions, bleu cheese, and all the veggie fixings. It was supposed to be spicy but it didn't taste spicy at all. This was pretty good, but not amazing. -Mushroom Po'Boy: This was under seasoned. The fried portobello was okay. I feel like it could have tasted better if there was cheese or something. Very meh. -Fries: I tried both the sweet potato and regular fries. They were good! Our server was nice and attentive. Overall, I feel like we paid a lot for average food.

    The Bee's Knees, mixed Sweet Potato Fries & OG Fries
    Stephanie V.

    I had such a great lunch today at Original Gravity @ogphx in Phoenix, where I met @redheaded_foodie_in_az for the first time in person! She recommended the spot, and I am so glad that she did! I peeked at the menu on @yelp @yelpphoenix and already had my heart set on The Bee's Knees Sandwich. I got a mix of OG and Sweet Potato Fries as my side and requested some ranch (it was the good kind). These fries were amazing. I'm happy with my sandwich choice. It looks like a very simple sandwich, but the fried chicken breast is so tender and juicy inside that it goes perfectly with the crunch of the fried batter and the sweet citrusy warmed honey dripping off the bun. It was so warm today and we both ordered Coca-Cola that came in a fancy glass with the good kind of ice. We sat and chatted for over a few hours, and the service kept coming. We felt very comfortable and welcome. The is plenty of table and booth seating inside, as well as a shaded patio at the front of the restaurant. This is a woman-owned business!

    Nicole G.

    Decent location. Nothing spectacular but because it wasn't super busy we were able to not feel rushed and visit with friends. Decor is fun but the lights kept dimming. Food was just fine, drinks were ok. Spent $100 for 2 people. All in all it wasn't horrible just expected a little more based on previous reviews and price point.

    Veggie tacos
    Rebecca J.

    Really just okay . The service and cleanliness was just really .... Interesting . We felt uncomfortable enough and found it unsanitary enough to not come back .

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    Thank you for sending your friends to us. Congrats on the baby!

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    Seneca! Thanks for the great review! Can’t wait to see you again soon!

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    I loved the inside, it's too bad it's so hidden the food and drinks were awesome. The service was great and friendly too!

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    Always a great selection of beer, wine and spirits, with consistently good food offerings and friendly service! A neighborhood favorite!

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    Love this place and its vibe! Great food and rotating beers on tap. We will definitely be back!

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    Super friendly staff, terrible small parking. This place reminds me of a dungeon without any sunlight.

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    Ask the Community - Original Gravity

    Do you have gift certificates?

    Yes absolutely!

    Are you still honoring the 2020 Phoenix Pub Passes?

    Hi Ken! Yes.

    What is on your $5 happy hour?

    Tacos, hummus, salad and more

    Any vegan options?

    Hi. Yes, there are options geared toward a vegetarian diet but I'm not knowledgeable enough on vegan to give a strict answer. I do think you'll find good options.

    Is there a space to host a holiday party for approximately 100 people?

    No!

    Do you have a special brunch menu?

    Yes, usually by the door

    What is the trivia theme tonight?

    Do we need to make reservstions for trivia on Tuesdays? We have 4 of us coming. Is the cost per person or team?

    What time is happy hour today?! ?

    Do you have a gluten free menu?

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    Hillstone Restaurant

    3.9
    (1.4k reviews)
    1.9 mi
    $$$

    YES all the stars…read more The vibe alone once you walk it is exquisite. They offer indoor seating, bar seating, and outdoor seating. I believe the outdoor patio offers a lighter menu option compared to sitting inside. The staff holds exceptional standards. Not only were they friendly and helpful but they worked as a team. While I'm asking the waitress questions, another staff member comes up and takes the dirty plates from her hands so sly. Now onto the food....words don't do the pictures justice. Everything I ate was amazing. I would absolutely visit again, again, and again! I'm still thinking about the insane flavors each item brought. I would have not ordered the sushi cubes but our waitress said I would enjoy it based on our convo, she was CORRECT! The chicken sliders still keep me up at night dreaming of them. If I lived closer I would order from this place frequently. The drinks were strong and a perfect balance. I've heard you can't go wrong with anything on the menu and I can't wait to test that theory.

    This was our second time here since moving to Phoenix a couple of years ago, and the food has been…read moreexcellent both times. The sushi was surprisingly good as well! And as a sushi chef myself, I can honestly say I was impressed. Last night, Phebe was our server and she was incredibly sweet and attentive. She got everything perfect, checked on us often, and we never felt like we needed anything. This is definitely going to become one of our regular spots in Phoenix!

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    Aftermath Kitchen & Bar

    Aftermath Kitchen & Bar

    4.4
    (483 reviews)
    1.3 mi
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    I was looking for a place to go on my birthday after a movie that was open late. I was also looking…read morefor a place I had never been before. This led me into aftermath. I had been wanting to try for a while. The experience was wonderful. Yes, the hamburgers are fantastic. I got the jalapeño burger. So good. Also, great bar drinks. I SPLURGED with an expresso Martini. The servers made me feel like family. Thank you Aftermath!

    Tried Aftermath based on a recommendation from a friend. We ordered the bone marrow, oysters, and…read moresteak to share. The bone marrow was interesting and flavorful, but I'm not sure it was worth $25. The oysters were good, although I wish there had been a few different sauce options beyond the basic preparation. The steak was probably a 3.2/5 for me--it was good, but at $62, I expected more, especially considering it was served with fries. Service was good overall, although the experience started off a little strangely. We had made a reservation and mentioned that it was our anniversary, that we were trying a new restaurant, and that we were hoping to make the evening special. Unfortunately, none of that was acknowledged. When we arrived, we were directed to the front, where the hostess seemed confused about our reservation before eventually taking us to our table. I wasn't expecting anything extravagant, but even a simple "Happy Anniversary" would have made a difference. The ambience was definitely one of the highlights--moody, intimate, and a nice setting for a date night. I was actually happy that we were seated along the back wall rather than in the main dining area. Overall, I'd give the experience about a 2.7/5. The food was decent and the atmosphere was nice, but for the price ($85 per person), I expected a little more from both the food and the overall experience. Especially for an anniversary dinner, it was disappointing to make a point of mentioning the occasion and have it go completely unacknowledged.

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    Seasons 52

    Seasons 52

    4.2
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    1.7 mi
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    We had a birthday celebration for my mother, and I instantly thought of this location. I love the…read morelocation. Although it was Easter Sunday, the evening was not very crowded, and we were all able to find parking with no problem. The price and quantity were all very lovely. Everything we ordered was beautifully presented and tasted great! The crab cakes were delicious and tasted of fresh crab, the ahi tuna was perfectly cooked, and the fillets were seasoned and cooked to our liking. The dessert was the perfect size and a guilt-free option after a lovely meal. They even gave my mother a birthday dessert with a candle. I love this place and will definitely be back to try their happy hour.

    We had a gathering of five friends for a happy hour and seasons 52 is one of my favorite places to…read moredo this. They have a very nice menu for happy hour, including several choices $7 glass of wine- everyone at the table was able to find something that they liked. We also ordered an assortment of items, the flatbreads, Ahi tuna, crabcakes, goat, cheese dip. There was plenty for the five of us for a lite dinner. Dee was our server and she was delightful! I really like the ambience of this restaurant, especially when you're in a back corner. We had plenty of time to reconnect and catch up with each other. Definitely one of the better happy hour spots in town. I also appreciate that you do not have to sit at the bar in order to participate in happy hour, that has become custom in some places and that's a real pain when you're trying to visit with people. We spent about $40 per person before tip.

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    Season 52 signature glasses where a pour to the "52" is just right!
    Season 52 signature glasses where a pour to the "52" is just right!
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    Windsor

    Windsor

    4.3
    (2k reviews)
    1.1 mi
    $$
    Happy hour specials
    Pet friendly

    What a fantastic place. 4 of us arrived on a Saturday…read morearound 2-3 pm and it was packed I don't believe we had a reservation and we still sat down quickly. They have outside seating with a ton of misters. I believe that you can stay cool but if you're worried about frizz and your hair, I wouldn't do it lol They have a happy hour until 5 pm EVERY DAY!!! And PLENTY of options which is much appreciated. We all enjoyed our drinks, pretty to the eye and going down the hatch haha (espresso martini not on happy hour-see menu) We didn't get food but damn their ribs smelt so good, I have to come back for that. Plus, you can still order ice cream and I think that's so amazing and they look like they have so many delicious flavors. I want to try that as well. Service was awesome and friendly. Our waitress came back around before the happy hour ended to get any last-minute orders and that was really appreciated. You don't get that often or ever. I love the feel of the bar. It has a classic fuel makes you feel outside of Arizona. You can definitely go on a date, catch up with friends, or enjoy the bar to yourself. This is on my radar to come back as soon as possible Cheers

    It's my second visit here, and we were greeted by a very sweet and personable waitress! I ordered…read morethe seasonal burger. It had an egg and crispy rice and scallions. They also add mushroom gravy (drools). The crispy rice added a fun and umami crunch which I looooooved and the gravy was a bit messy but worth every bite. Fantastic combo!! For my side, I ordered fried okras - amazingly done! On a Tuesday, it was a very casual ambiance, plenty of AC and great vibes. Great for any occasion!

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    The Henry

    The Henry

    4.2
    (2.6k reviews)
    4.2 mi
    $$
    Takes reservations
    Private events

    Another excellent experience at The Henry…read more Although it was busy and we didn't have a reservation, the hostess was able to seat us immediately at a booth which was very comfortable. Our server Jacob was excellent and very professional and friendly. He checked on us regularly and never left us waiting for service. We started with dirty martinis and they were prepared perfectly. Icy and filled to the rim. I ordered the Short Rib Potstickers $19- As an entree. Toasted sesame, cilantro, ponzu. Delicious. A good amount of short rib in each potsticker and plenty of sauce. My husband ordered the Blackened Sea bass Tacos $28 - blue corn tortilla, grilled pineapple salsa, red cabbage slaw, poblano crema. He loved these tacos. He said they were very, very good and the fish was cooked perfectly. For a side, we ordered the Spicy Double Egg Fried Rice. $9. Wow, this was packed with flavor. A nice size for the price. We have only been here a handful of times full of times and we are never disappointed. We will be back!

    This is the second location I have visited. My first visit was to the location in West Hollywood,…read moreCalifornia. This location definitely takes the cake in ambiance. It is beautiful, spacious, and has two floors! The setting is clearly above your usual brunch spots and the booths offer a more intimate experience. My party and I were privileged to sit in direct view of the open kitchen. We got to see and hear the kitchen staff working together and communicating smoothly. We even heard the "hands" announcements like you see on The Bear TV show! I believe the food here was on par with the West Hollywood location, so points for consistency. Unfortunately, I have the same qualms for flavor for their dishes. I tried the short rib pot stickers, the tortilla soup, and the Bolognese pasta. I would say that the flavors were not especially strong for each dish. I think they each needed a pinch of extra seasoning to really make their flavors pop! Moreover, I tried my girlfriend's Rigatoni Alla Vodka and the cheese had no taste! Nevertheless, the dishes were beautiful. Lastly, I had a bit of an issue with our service. Our server passed by our table multiple times as we tried to flag her down to ask for the check. I think she could have been more attentive especially in the context of this higher-end brunch spot. With all of these factors combined, it's an overall 4/5 for me.

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    Original Gravity - newamerican - Updated August 2026

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