There were five of us and we had a reservation. I highly recommend having one as the place is a little on the small side with a small amount of tables, two to three counter height rounds, and a bar with about five to six seats. We ordered some drinks (no one got alcohol) and some appetizers. We got the Low Carb Yuka Fries and while that is not my bag, they were good. I was pleasantly surprised. We also had the roasted red pepper spread, which everyone enjoyed. Two of us ordered the Ultimate Steak Sandwich. I opted to removed the caramelized onions. The other person let them on. I also removed the garlic herb sauce but replaced it with a chimichurri sauce. That really kicked it up a notch and was good for dipping the fries in. They're fresh cut fries, so they were good on their own, but the chimichurri again kicked it up a notch. We also ordered the chicken bowl, the avocado salad, and the Greek style lamb chops. We all loved our food and were too full for dessert. It's a quaint little place, cozy for intimate conversation or a night out with family and friends. I think the night was made a little more fun when a couple came in and was seated at a counter height table and were making out all night. It was a lot and gratuitous. The table next to them were visibly uncomfortable and that made it all the more enjoyable to witness. Dinner and a show. Who knew? read more

Are you looking for a magical find in a location that's out of the usual? If so, this is that place. Phoenix Flame was a fantastic find. We had fantastic boa boa sliders that you will regret not ordering. The octopus and maduros were great as well. For dinner, I had lamb chops with chimichurri that was delicious and tender. My colleague had the short ribs were tender. The Argentinian steak was "delicious " with not too much chimichurri and excellent vegetables. Should you come here? Yes!! read more

This is a nice, cozy, friendly evening out! Great for a date night, so muster up some courage and ask someone out. If they say no, come here anyway and weep while gnawing on a lemongrass pork skewer and sipping on a cocktail. Kidding. I promise the staff is so friendly and inviting that you will not weep, but chuckle in anticipation for your dinner. We came here with the whole fam. This means chaos, loud conversation, and laughter. I feel sorry for places when we show up. The manager personally met with us and was so kind. I enjoyed the hangover soup. It was rich and aromatic with just a touch of spice in the back of your throat. The Argentinian steak with potato and vegetables was good, as was the steak and fries with chimichurri. Their sandwiches look awesome but I have not tried them yet. I really loved dessert. Unforgettable poached pear. Delicious tiramisu. Perfect baklava. A great place if you aren't in the mood for chain restaurant bar and grills. read more

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A friend was visiting from out of town, so decided to try out this place. The restaurant is in a strip mall off Kirchhoff. I don't live in this area, so I absolutely had no clue the restaurant is here! The place is modestly decorated, with a bar area. The staff is friendly, and the menu consists of Latin cuisine, but also some fusion with Asian cuisine. Bonus, if you are looking gluten-free option, there are plenty of options! We had an appetizer - a plantain cup filled with slaws and grilled shrimp or steak. It was quite delightful as the plantain cup was crunch, with crispy slaw and juicy tender steak. For entree, we had a pork kabob with lemongrass skewer, and grilled shrimp skewer. Each came with sides that you could modify. The food was flavorful. Then, we closed out the dinner with a dessert - a poached pear wrapped inside a meringue. We never had this, but we thought the meringue was a little too sweet for our preference. There are also good list of cocktails if you are looking for something addition. It is a good spot for an outing with good foods. Check it out! read more

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I have to avoid dairy, wheat, soy and eggs so finding food I can have is always a bit difficult. I am just sensitive, not deathly allergic so please contact the restaurant for specific allergy questions and accommodations. The Yukka fries were amazing! I loved the sauce. No idea how they made it creamy, but I loved it. Chicken was full of flavor and a nice variety of flavors. My partner did go here to eat in person and commented how the music was a bit too loud in his opinion. Overall I liked their food and would highly recommend. read more

Phoenix Flame - Yukka fries - Latin American Near Me - Rolling Meadows, Illinois

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I have been to this restaurant a handful of times, and it has consistently delivered bold flavors and quality food! Phoenix Flame serves Latin and Mediterranean food in an unassuming plaza. Service can be a little slow, but it's worth the wait. The owner is very pleasant and friendly, and you can tell he cares about his restaurant! In particular, we enjoy their sandwiches and meat plates. The lemongrass pork kabob and the shrimp skewers were excellent! The yuca fries complemented the meats well. Portions can be a little small, but I think the flavors and quality make up for it. read more

Phoenix Flame - Latin American Near Me - Rolling Meadows, Illinois

Initially, the establishment presented an exceptional aesthetic, characterized by its cleanliness and tasteful decor. Furthermore, our server, whose name I regrettably cannot recall, provided exemplary and attentive service. Finally, the cuisine was outstanding, noted for its flavor and quality. Yanko, the proprietor, demonstrated a personable and hospitable demeanor, ensuring our comfort and a welcoming atmosphere. read more

This restaurant has become our new favorite place. I have found that I like things I thought I didn't enjoy, because the seasonings and combinations are delightful. The owner is always friendly and the staff is attentive and efficient. Fine dining in little Rolling Meadows! Thanx from Mike and Marilyn. read more

We had an outstanding meal last night with our friends and would recommend it to all. While they had 20% off cocktails last night - each of us still ordered wine. The Goose Ridge Merlot was exceptional and I've added it to my list to buy more bottles! For starters - the table shared the grilled zucchini and shrimp kisses. The shrimp dish contained plantains and cheese and was loved by all. Everyone was pleasantly surprised at how good the zucchini was, too. Very thinly spiced and herbed. I'm usually not a zucchini fan, but this dish converted me. Both excellent dishes. For entrees - we got the phoenix flame sandwich, shrimp skewers and two of the mixed flame. The guys loved the sandwich and shrimp dish but let me tell you about the mixed flame: Two sliced pork, one short rib, and one lemon grass pork kabab. My first bite of the dish was so delicious. I'm not a huge meat eater, and usually prefer the sides / veggies. But in this dish - I ate every piece of meat first. I can't begin to describe how flavorful each of the kababs / meats were. They were perfectly marinated. My friend and I thought it was one of the best dishes we've had in a long time! We did not embark in any dessert tastings but maybe next time. The owner stopped by to see how our meal was - and told us a little bit about himself and his wife. I loved the concept of Meditteranean and Latin influences and I highly recommend the restaurant. In an unsuspecting strip mall - and wonderful food / wine! read more

From the moment you step into this restaurant, you are greeted with the utmost respect and appreciation. The waitress we had was very knowledgeable and took the time to explain the dishes & recommend her favorites. We had the Martinez cups for appetizer, the trio meat platter with veggies & I got the Berry Bliss cocktail. The reviews/recommendations for the Martinez cups did not disappoint. The cocktail was a fresh berry seltzer with strawberries and blueberries. They are a Mediterranean/latin inspired restaurant & the flavors are on point! Every time has a unique flavor (lemongrass etc). You can also see kitchen & yes the chef was wearing gloves. The decor is beautiful -greenery and twinkle lights. There are fresh plants on every table. They also have a bar with seating. Highly recommend & will definitely return read more

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Just popped in here for lunch and the food is absolutely incredible! The chef was great and everything is made from scratch and was so flavorful!!! 10/10 recommend Don't sleep on this place! read more

Have been twice. Nice feel to the place. Food is great. The options are interesting and there is a wide variety for every taste and appetite. There are many combinations I never considered. For example, I love poached pears and they have an interesting take on theirs that really hit the spot for me. Service is enthusiastic. Full bar. Good wine choices. In between my 1st and 2nd visits an 'operating fee' showed up on the tab. This was not addressed anywhere. Lost a star due to this b/c it is a sneaky tax I was not expecting from such warm and friendly people. I did not ask for it to be removed b/c I had such a nice evening and did not want to haggle over the bill. But it was an unpleasant surprise. read more

The food is excellent, fresh and seasoned well with a Latin flavor. I had the Mixed Flame and it was truly delicious. We had a family of five dining and everyone raved. We'll worth the trip. read more

This is definitely a gem and truely stumbled on it. Don't let the location in a strip mall dissuade you. The food is delicious with a Latin/ Mediterranean twist. We got the an appetizer, the steak and fries along with the Argentina steak. All of it was delicious and melt in your mouth. The owner/ chef came by to check on us as well. The dessert we got was the Latin poached pear- try it! It was perfect with the sweetness while being light esp after we stuffed ourselves. Definitely will be back! read more

Stopped here while we were visiting Chicago to grab lunch before leaving town. Tito was our server and took good care of us. We started with the grilled Zucchini, but somehow due to a problem in the kitchen our appetizer came out after our actual entrees. Not the end of the world. It was good - the fresh dill really makes this tasty. My wife had the short rib bulgogi bowl, which was amazing. I had the ultimate steak sandwich. Let me just say that his thing is an unholy mess to try to eat. Seriously. It's damn good, but the different cuts of steak combined with the herb sauce, caramelized onions and cheese caused it to keep sliding out of the brioche bun. Better eat this one with a fork and knife if you order one. Drinks and service were both good. Would definitely come back to try some other dishes. read more

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UPDATE: This restaurant is still amazing. Cozy and chill interior. Changes in work schedule does not allow us to frequent as much but I'm glad we went. Changes to the menu. We do miss the plantain chips with pico and the absolutely amazing skirt steak sandwich. That sandwich was delicious with garlic sauce and onions. Oh well changes happen. We split a shepherd's salad, my wife had the steak and fries and I had the Cuban sandwich. Best Cuban I've ever had. The pork in it is amazing and I feel like they could do more with it. I could eat a plate of that pork. As always, fries were delicious. Thanks for the food! read more

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The steak sandwich!! Yum yum yum fries were good also. Our server was great! Looking forward to coming back to try something else!

After finding great reviews for this restaurant, we decided to give it a try. We were warmly greeted on a Sunday for dinner service. The staff were very attentive. Overall, the food was good. The accompaniments with my steak were my favorite (mashed potatoes and vegetables). I also really enjoyed the Pork Belly sliders. read more

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Great service, great food and drink list! Reasonable price for the amount and quality of food...except the yuca fries. :) The hangover soup is def a shareable size or can be an individual entree. Love the corner salad with fennels, cashew and grapes! The Argentinian steak is well seasoned and cooked to the requested temperature:) so soft and melt in your mouth! Will come back and check out the kabob next! read more

Phoenix Flame - Latin American Near Me - Rolling Meadows, Illinois

The place was small and intimate and surprisingly located in a strip mall. The place was very clean and we had seating right outside the kitchen, where you could watch food being prepped. Service was good. Not only were the servers attentive, the owner was very friendly by going around table to table chatting it up. Food was soo good!! Although the appetizers were small, they were packed with lots of flavor. We started off with the plantain maduro and low carb yuca fries. If you're looking to share appetizers, you'll want to order a few. My gf ordered the Argentinian steak and I ordered the steak and fries. Both steaks were packed with flavor. The chimichurri sauce was amazing- not only for the steak but to dip the fries in. It was so simple yet so delicious. We finished the meal with some crème brûlée and it was big enough to share. I was really intrigued by their chocolate cake- which is the owners mom's recipes so I'll have to try it next time I stop by... My only complaint was where we were seated which was right next to the hallway that leads to the bathroom. There's a gap that leads to the hallway then another table actually along the hallway wall. When both tables are occupied- it makes it narrows the passage way so needless to say, other patrons were knocking into the corner of my car, along with the servers. I was fine with the first bump but by the 3rd I was annoyed and wished we had been seated elsewhere. So if they try to sit you in that spot- request a different table... read more

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Hidden Gem I strongly suggest visiting this venue, day or night, to experience a revitalizing mocktail, flavorful chimichurri steak, and exceptional coffee. The professional staff guaranteed a memorable experience. The bar staff crafted a proper Old Fashioned. read more

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came on a friday evening and my husband and i were seated right away. i ordered the phoenix flame sandwich and my husband got the ultimate steak. my sandwich was delicious and the fries were good too. lots of flavor and i love the buttery brioche. it was a very expensive meal though and i was not very full. i was also peeved that the menu said the prices were $19 and $22 but the receipt said $19.78 and $22.88 which is a little misleading. probably won't be coming here too often unless we want to drop $55-60 on dinner. read more

Phoenix Flame - phoenix flame sandwich - Latin American Near Me - Rolling Meadows, Illinois

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Wet impressed with the service and quality of food. Don't expect this type of dining in a strip mall but so pleased with our dinner. Our party had the Argentinian steak, the flounder and shrimp skewers. All were top notch chimichuri was tasty on the steak and the mango crème brûlée was a perfect end to our dinner. Highly recommend. read more

The best care driven made food in a quaint atmosphere! Make sure to go back to try all the different menu items. Nothing better than to eat here where the husband and wife work as a team to make you the best food. The service is impeccable, and the owner will most likely stop at your table. read more

Food was absolutely incredible. The menu had some great options, variety, and the food is simply premium ingredients and the dishes are all perfect. The Cubano is one the best ever and highly recommended it! read more

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I had a mediocre experience with Phoenix Flame which contradicts all of the highly rated reviews. I think this restaurant is worth a try, but it's not a place I would personally return to or frequent. Pros: I really liked the eclectic menu. There's all kinds of dishes to choose from. Very unique menu and nice ambiance. Cons: The food itself was nothing to write home about. The short ribs sandwich was all right, but I don't recommend the pork belly buns for an appetizer. It's only 3 buns for $12. There wasn't enough meat, too much red cabbage and the sauce didn't go well with the rest of the ingredients. My dad said the gnocchi was just OK, too. The service was very slow especially considering there was only one other table. The last thing I didn't like was all the fees added in addition to the taxes. There's an operating fee which I didn't see on the menu and there's also a 3% credit card surcharge which is annoying. read more

What a gem! Upscale-looking high end fare. Great service, fast kitchen. Will be back! read more

Phoenix Flame - Short rib sandwich & fries - AMAZING! - Latin American Near Me - Rolling Meadows, Illinois

I can't say enough good things about this place, I have been there 4 times in the last month and the food is delicious and unique. They have something on the menu for everyone and they are sure to surprise you with some unique twists on delicious classics. On top of this, the service is wonderful, the staff is very friendly and you will find the owner there often and willing to greet you and get to know you better! The establishment is good for dressed up or dressed down and very comfortable. read more

Wow. Where have a been that I'm just finding out about this place? They opened Sept 2023 and are like nothing in this area - a total gem. In a very unassuming strip mall location, this place is delivering high quality, delicious food. Everything we had was spectacular. We started with the Plantain Maduro - it was sauces, sweet and salty - absolutely incredible and I'll be dreaming about it for a while. My husband got the Argentinian style NY steak and I got the grilled salmon entrees. I added chimichurri to mine. We were both raving with every bite. We found the prices to be reasonable for the quality and portion of food, but I wouldn't be surprised if some patrons thought it was expensive. Honestly it's just like nothing else in the area, but in a very very good way in my book. And bonus points - they indicate dietary restrictions on the menu like gluten free which I always appreciate. Service was fine, nothing special or bad there, but the chef came out to check on each table throughout the night which I thought was a very nice touch. Truly, you need to try this place. We will be back! read more

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Love this little gem! Came here for dinner and everything we ordered was delicious . Staff was friendly and the owner came to greet us. It's located in s strip mall but spacious inside. Will definitely recommend to anyone interested in a good fusion restaurant! read more

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This place is simply phenomenal! Why haven't I reviewed it before. First, the service is always top notch. Yanko, the owner, continuously checks on each table. We had the Cuban sandwich today again, it's probably the best Cuban I've even had. My son had the steak with the chimichurri sauce. Amazing. We had the baklava for dessert. OMG!! The best. I'll keep coming back to this gem. read more

The Food was phenomenal!!! I had salmon, my husband had Lake Superior whitefish. Those were both very tasty. The potatoes were my favorite, so crunchy and yummy, Vegetables were done to perfection.The service was great and we loved the ambiance! We will be back for sure read more

My wife and I love this restaurant. It was our second time visiting the new location. It's a nice intimate vibe and perfect for a date. The short rib bowl was fantastic and very filling. The plantain chips were tasty and the pico is refreshing. read more

Phoenix Flame - Short rib bowl - Latin American Near Me - Rolling Meadows, Illinois

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Went over on a Saturday, 12/20/2025, and they were closed at 7:15pm. Maybe call first.

The Cuban sandwich is outstanding. Can't recommend that enough. The RM hot chicken sandwich is pretty good too. The chicken tenders were not good. It seemed like low grade quality chicken or chicken that was frozen and then plopped straight into a fryer. It lacked flavor. Texture was off. Just bland overall. Fries pretty darn good as well. read more

AMAZING food!!!!!! Great prices and service was spectacular- HIGHLY RECOMMEND this place for lunch or dinner. I took my mom and sister who are very picky on food and they loved it. The sauces are yummy. Great variety on food choices! read more

This restaurant used to be in Niles, and was primarily a lunch takeout kind of place. Now it is in Rolling Meadows, and has transformed into more of a fine-dining dinner scene. The interior is nicely decorated, with artistic wall engravings and cascading live plants. I have been to this new location twice now. Our first visit was shortly after they just opened, and it took a very long time to get our food. We didn't inquire, but were informed that a previous event had them running a bit late in the kitchen. Fair enough. We visited again just this past Saturday, and again, it took a really long time to get our food. So that may just be how it is here. Don't arrive too hungry. That said, the food you are waiting for is excellent. We have tried the yuka fries, plantain maduro (note: this is more savory than sweet), Martha Corner Salad, short rib bowl, Cuban sandwich, and skirt steak sandwich. I don't think you can go wrong with anything on the menu. Everything is flavorful and fresh-tasting. Portions are reasonably sized for a single person's appetite (so, if you want to share, you should each order your own thing and split). I noticed they have added brunch hours, but I have not yet seen a brunch menu. Might be a good excuse for me to head back soon! read more

Everything is great. Owner is a great guy and they have some many good flavors and different options. I highly recommend it

An interesting blend of Mediterranean and Mexican cuisine. The Martinez cups are a must-try.

Excellent! Interesting menu and smart twists on familiar dishes. Really delicious Cuban sandwich! And the spiced poached pear for dessert was a yummy surprise (and it's not something I typically like!) - so good!Dishes show real care in execution. Owner is passionate about the food, service and ambience. Well worth a visit! read more