Met up with friends and family here for dinner. I'd been wanting to try a new Asian fusion spot,…read moreand this one had been on my list for a while - it did not disappoint! The atmosphere is super classy and cute, with great date-night vibes. Parking can be a little limited with the English pub next door, but it's definitely worth a stop. We started with a few of their buns. The pork belly was my favorite, but the fried chicken and meatball were both very good! For dinner, we ordered the fried rice, XO noodles, and shaking beef. The beef was a little more well done than I prefer, but everything was packed with flavor. Portions were generous, presentation was beautiful, and overall, the food was delicious. Most dishes averaged around $20, which felt very reasonable for the quality and portion sizes. And a special shoutout to Keith - his service was fantastic throughout the entire meal! Great atmosphere, flavorful food, generous portions, and excellent service. We'll definitely be back!

Clever koi is an Asian-American fusion restaurant that pulls no punches, I find that most fusion…read morerestaurants lack the identity of either side and underdeliver. Quite the opposite here, I have been a long time customer of this particular location and I've always had an amazing experience with the food as well as excellent service from the staff over the years. The chef and staff clearly care a great deal about the establishment and the love is shown all throughout the space. I usually have the Pork Tonkatsu ramen, Katsu sando, and Krazy Fries and everyday I'm away from Phoenix I CRAVE these so badly. Amazing and ambitious flavor combos that all fit so well together. Couldn't recommend this place harder

* Food: Rated 10 out of 10 for high quality * Ambience: Calm…read moreand relaxing, great for a chill time * Service: Friendly and efficient staff.

The food was actually very good, which makes the experience even more disappointing because the…read moreservice was absolutely horrible. We were a party of 12 visiting on vacation, and none of us are from the area. We ordered spam musubi and a chicken skewer as appetizers. Both appetizers arrived well after our entrees had already been served and we had essentially finished eating. Each time we asked about them, we were repeatedly told, "They're coming." Mind you, these are simple appetizers that should not take anywhere near that long to prepare. When we asked for the third time, we finally asked that the appetizers be cancelled since we had already finished our meal. At that point, the gentleman working the front area , tall, with red hair, loudly yelled from across the restaurant, in an extremely rude and confrontational tone, "It's already on the grill!" There was absolutely no reason to speak to paying customers that way. His response was unprofessional, unnecessary, and honestly created a very hostile and uncomfortable feeling during what should have been an enjoyable dinner, especially while our group was on vacation and simply trying to enjoy a meal together. When the appetizers eventually came out, we left them sitting there because we were already done eating and ended up taking them to go. He eventually told us they would be removed from the bill, which we appreciated, but that did not excuse the way the situation was handled. Again, the food was good, but good food does not make up for poor service and especially not for an employee speaking to customers in an aggressive and disrespectful manner. Management should seriously address how customers are treated, because the interaction with this particular employee overshadowed what could have otherwise been a good dining experience for our party of 12.

Managed to snag a reservation on a busy Friday night around 7:30. Pulled into the lot and they…read morehave valet which is nice but was able to find an empty spot right in front so didn't need it. The place was buzzing with loud electronic music and tons of people dining -- I think because the ceiling is so high the noise is amplified. Because it was so busy it took a while for the server to come over but he did with waters which was nice but then the menus are all on QR codes -- which is annoying because it is hard to look at everything and because the menu is very confusing it would have been nice to see everything on paper. The menu is confusing because the selections are very odd -- I thought it was a mexican-asian/sushi fusion restaurant -- which I guess it is but it was still really hard to create the best food experience when I couldn't see everything available. My friend was hungry so she immediately put in an order for calamari and I was being called to order the blood orange margarita slushie. When the margarita came it was like nothing I have ever seen before. It looked more like a milkshake or like a creamsicle. I dove in thinking it would be too sweet but it was actually quite delicious and I sucked it back in a second! Also I put in an order for the edamame which sounded really good in the description -- "woodfired" and spicy miso butter -- but when they came they were really spicy and the woodfired element was making me cough, strangely enough -- I couldn't finish them! Finally after waiting forever we got the drinks and apps. It then took another 15 minutes to order our food. Again it was busy and my friend and I were catching up so it wasn't a big deal. We wanted a fairly light dinner so we just ordered one roll -- the Fuego, which had yellowtail and a whitefish, chili, cilantro and cucumber plus a pico de gallo on top -- it was very flavorful -- although a bit spicy for those who are spice wimps like me. Overall, thought it was a good meal but wasn't blown away.

Food was flawless, but the service (on the night I went) was pretty bad. The guy at the bar was…read moreabout to get off, showed zero interest and then didn't say anything just left and a new girl took over, who also didn't seem like she wanted to be there. Food was prepared flawlessly but they brought my sides out a whole 10 mins before my steak arrived. Ambiance was low lit, cool vibe, reminded me of TOCA interior

Our plan was to have dinner at Pedal Haus before an event, but our plan quickly changed. The…read morebrewery was packed with people watching the last game of the NBA finals AND the World Cup. We shifted gears and went next door to Sake Haus, and I'm so glad we did! Everything was spectacular! First of all--BEST edamame I've ever had! That tallow really adds a richness! And the gyoza had just the right amount of kick to them. We had both the hamachi crudo and the halibut crudo. They were both delicious, but the hamachi was the standout. Hamachi is usually a little too fishy for me, but this just melted in my mouth and left me wanting more. We also had one of the specials, the 808 roll. It was topped with poke, and we would not let them take the plate until we'd scooped up every little morsel! Cocktails and service were excellent as well. We definitely ended up with a pricier meal than what we'd planned next door, but it was totally worth it! I wish I'd taken pics of the beautifully plated dishes, but I was too just eating!

I was dying for sushi and this place looked promising. A few things to preface this review: 1) I…read morelove sushi and I typically steer clear of sushi in the desert for obvious reasons. 2) I lean towards sashimi and high quality fish. The service- pretty poor. I was sat in the bar at the back but I basically sat there for a good 5 minutes and nothing. I went back up front and asked to sit at the bar and it was still pretty inattentive, especially considering no one else was even seated in the front room at the time. Never got my water refilled, had to flag them down to put in more food, that sorta thing. The vibes- thought the bar was pretty lit and is prob pretty fun during HH. The food- overpriced for what you get and portion size while the fish and flavors being a smidge above average. I left still hungry after getting the gold omakase, bad and buri roll, and hamachi crudo. The hamachi was the best part of the meal but I'd still expect at least 5 pieces for the price. Anyways, this spot will hit the spot if you have a sushi craving. I can't vouch for the drinks but I assume it more than checks the box in that regard judging by the menu, selection, and vibe. But know that you're in for some trade offs imo.

Before going to watch the Dodgers play the Diamondbacks, we stopped by Zen Thai and I'm really glad…read morewe did. It's such a cute little spot. The decor is super adorable, but honestly, the food is what really stood out. We ordered the Tom Kha, Pad Thai, and combination fried rice, and everything was so good. The Pad Thai had amazing flavor. We got everything at a medium spice level, which was perfect for me. I also loved that they let you choose from mild all the way up to extra Thai hot...my fiancé loves super spicy food, so that was a big plus since not every place offers that. We ate everything between the two of us. That's how good it was. The service was also great. He kept checking in on us without being over the top, which I appreciated.

I ordered the Larb Salad and Beef Stew Soup Noodles. The menu says the Larb Salad is made with…read moreground meat and roasted rice, with a choice of chicken or pork. When my salad arrived, I didn't see any roasted rice, so I asked the server. He had to go back to the kitchen to ask the chef and eventually brought me a small dish of powder, saying it was roasted rice powder. If that's what is actually served, the menu should clearly say "roasted rice powder" rather than "roasted rice." The Beef Stew Soup Noodles also had very little broth. I mentioned this to another waitress, who said she would ask the kitchen to bring me more broth. She never came back with it and didn't follow up until she brought the check. Then I noticed I had been overcharged. The Larb Salad was listed on the menu at $14.95, but I was charged $17.95. When I questioned the waiter, he said it was because I chose chicken and that chicken was the main protein. But I did not add extra chicken--I simply chose chicken as my protein, exactly as the menu allowed. I asked to speak with the manager, and eventually the charge was corrected. However, the waiter brought me the new receipt without any apology or acknowledgment of the mistake. Overall, I was disappointed with the lack of attention to detail and customer service. My advice: Read the menu carefully, and most importantly, check your receipt before you pay.

Asian Fusion Café is located in the Tramonto shopping plaza. I have been wanting to try this place…read moreand today was the day. There are eight small tables and one large table in the middle of the room. The place was clean. The bulk of their business was take out. Staff were not especially welcoming yet were efficient. We decided on sweet sour chicken and chicken lo mein. Service was quick and the amount of food was generous. The sweet sour chicken was made very well. The batter was light, airy and not at all greasy. The lo mein was greasy and still tasty. I would have preferred it to be drier. The chef used cabbage as the vegetable. I would have preferred an assortment of veggies, but that's just personal. 3 for the lo mein and 4 for the sweet sour chicken. I would actually give this place 3.5 stars. All staff needed to do is smile once in awhile. Shared parking outside.

Lived here two years and drove by this place countless times but never went in. Today after hike…read moreup Piestewa decided we would give it a try. Was mostly empty this Saturday, one amblivant waitress. Later three other came to get seated, service is slow! How's the food? Actually pretty good for Az. Chicken feet of the frozen kink reheated were four stars, house noodles was as well as Mango shaved ice five stars, not Taiwan good but good for phoenix. Wonder when and if the TSMC crowd will give it a go, the Chinese place down on Happy Valley is hopping with them, should this place.

Service is always great we love nick he is amazing and the food it's delicious highly recommendread more

I found this restaurant through Arizona Restaurant Week, and what a beautiful establishment!…read more The experience didn't start off on the best note. When we arrived, I felt a little scolded for making our reservation through OpenTable, even though that's the platform Arizona Restaurant Week directed us to when we clicked the reservation link. That left me a little confused as to why OpenTable is listed as an option in the first place. We were also seated right next to the only other two guests in the restaurant, despite there being plenty of empty tables. I understand the seating choice a little more once the restaurant started filling up, but at the time, it made us feel a bit awkward and crowded. Thankfully, the **food was the highlight of the experience--and it was delicious!** I wasn't a huge fan of the crispy rice, but the cucumber salad was SO good. I also ordered the Dragon Roll, which was delicious. We ordered from the Arizona Restaurant Week menu, and choosing the steak made it an especially great value. The menu included an appetizer and dessert as well, so there was a lot of food for the price. Angela took great care of us throughout the meal. I do wish she had been a little more accommodating when our sushi roll presentation accidentally fell, but overall, she was attentive and friendly. There was also a little mix-up with the salmon belly nigiri. We thought it was included in happy hour, but it turns out regular salmon is on the happy hour menu while the salmon belly is not. Honestly, after trying it, I don't think the belly was really worth ordering anyway! There were definitely a few things about the experience that put me off, but now that I know what to expect, I'd approach things differently next time to hopefully have a better experience. **At the end of the day, the food won me over.** I'll definitely be back for happy hour because it looks like they have a really good one!

Super cute place! We wandered in for dinner and it seemed to be one of few options in the plaza…read more Truthfully not a fan of Asian fusion spots so I didn't have the higher hopes but I will say I would happily revisit! The service is very attentive and kind and FAST! The food (we had edemame, potstickers, corn, Asian salad with shrimp ) honestly it was all good. We even got welcome popcorn as it was my first time- I will say they like things spicy lol! The salad was refreshing and delicious and I appreciate a healthier option at an Asian spot (it's usually always meat teriyaki's and noodles etc). We ended with the key lime pie which was as you would expect! It's a super casual fun spot with quick food and great service- also quite a variety of options on the menu (they even have fries)! Would definitely go again!

I would give zero stars if I could…read more $91 for rice, gyoza, and an ahi salad is already hard to justify, but the food was genuinely terrible. The ahi was completely dried out and had the texture of ahi jerky. The rice was undercooked. The gyoza was cooked on one side and raw on the other. Service was also very mediocre. Overall, this was an extremely disappointing meal and absolutely not worth the price.

What is there not to love about Nobu!!! The Nobu Scottsdale is such a lux, delicious experience, I…read morewish I could eat here all the time. Some of the freshest sushi and food. The wagyu tacos and gyoza are always my favorite and something I am ordering every time. The restaurant is so chic and modern and service is always spectacular. Parking is easy for the area, too. There is a nearby garage. If you are a sushi lover, yet love to order other items while eating sushi, like myself, this is the perfect spot for you! While it can be pricey, the portions are perfect for sharing and the meal is worth every bite!

Nobu is one of the nicest, chicest, and most upscale restaurants in scottsdale area. We always…read morecelebrate our anniversary dinners here and it never disappoints. For food, we get the Creamy Rock Shrimp Tempura, Eggplant with Spicy Miso, Spicy Tuna Roll Maki, and Spicy Edamame, they're our go-to's and are consistently so good every single time. For drinks, the Market Margarita and Lychee Martini are both amazing and definitely worth trying. The service is always so warm, attentive, and genuinely hospitable, which is one of the biggest reasons we keep coming back. The ambiance is the absolutely beautiful Japanese interiors and a pretty patio. Even with so many new restaurants coming in Scottsdale, Nobu remains our first choice every time.

A lovely experience at Uchi Scottsdale. We were able to secure a weekday reservation the night…read morebefore. Street parking is available and it is located in old historic Scottsdale. Very unappearing from the outside, but the interior is very sleek and modern. It feels very intimate even though there is plenty of seating. Our group decided on getting the somakase. It was a great option as you can explain your budget, allergies, preferences and your waitress/waiter will create a custom tasting for you. Everything was very delicious. Our waitress may have misheard since a beef dish was brought out and one of us did not eat beef but it was fine. We ordered the fried milk afterwards and we appreciate that she brought out extra fried milk balls for us! They were very tasty. Afterwards, she brought out a complimentary dessert (coconut tapioca) that was so refreshing. I would honestly say this dessert was better than the fried milk. All the dishes felt fresh and flavorful. My favorites were the pumpkin tempura, Hama chili, and one of the mushroom dishes (my bad I forgot!)

This is one of my friend's favorite spots to dine and after dining here with her I can easily see…read morewhy! Everything, from the service, food and decor, was exemplary. Ellie was our server and she was so sweet, friendly and attentive. If you dine with them often they will take note of your preferences for your future visits. Gotta love a restaurant that prices itself on the details to make customers feel welcome. We went here for lunch and shared the prix fixe menu which was an excellent way to try a lot off their menu. We had the akami te and hama chili for the first course. I am cilantro adverse so I requested the micro cilantro greens to be taken off the akami te which was an easy adjustment. Note that the sauce on the bottom does have some cilantro mixed in but I didn't notice a strong cilantro flavor with that and it tasted good with the rest of the dish. The hama chili was also really delicious with just the right amount of spice. Our second courses were the crispy rice with added wagyu beef and walu walu. I enjoyed both as they were delicious and visually appealing. We had some sorbet and also tried the