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    Pitic Restaurant

    3.7 (108 reviews)
    InexpensiveMexican, Seafood
    Open 8:00 am - 9:00 pm

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    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Happy hour specials
    Good for groups

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    Just like abuela made.
    Paul D.

    I've eaten here a few times. It's gotten better each time. Beans, salsa and other hispanic dishes that mom and abuela used to make. Service is like you are at home eating with family. The area is mostly quiet as well, not too noisy. I'm not in this area often but when I am, I do swing by here and offer friends to try out.

    WORM

    Worms in the food! Gusanos en la comida! Do not eat here. I used to love this restaurant but now i'm grossed out. I immediately saw it moving around. ZERO stars if I could. The waitress and manager didn't even seemed surprised or say sorry.

    Chicken Enchiladas.
    Emma G.

    This wasn't terrible by any means, but was a reminder/lesson that it's usually not the best idea to pick a place based on the Google description. My chum and I came here right off a plane from the nearby airport (literally a two-minute drive from the rental car garage) because we were pretty hungry, had a long drive ahead of us, and a quick perusal of the Google Maps of the nearby vicinity identified this as "award-winning Mexican." Call me skeptical. I don't know Phoenix well but I don't get the impression this neighborhood is the best (though in its defense, I'm hard-pressed to think of too many areas near airports that are). It was actually a little difficult to locate Pitic and its entrance because it has two separate businesses - the darkest bar I've ever walked inside of and a regular sit-down restaurant - and only the bar has any signage identifying itself. One of the employees at the bar immediately realized we were in the wrong place and nobly pointed us in the right direction. Both sections have bars covering the windows as well, which I usually associate with gun stores in NJ, but it's possible that's just a common feature around here. I ordered the chicken enchiladas (about $11), with beans and rice on the side (an extra $3 or $4 I think). I've been to my share of Mexican restaurants, and this is definitely the first time the rice and beans wasn't automatically included as part of the meal. Interestingly, the waitress went out of her way to suggest/offer them as an add-on, so I certainly got the impression a lot of people opt for them, in which case why not make it officially part of the entrée? It's a good thing I did though, because the one half of the enchiladas that I was able to coat with rice and beans was pretty tasty. Unfortunately, they ran out at that point and my first bite of the second half of the enchiladas was my last. They were SUPER dry and tasteless without those sides - pretty easy fix though. Beyond the specific food issues, the service and price point were excellent. Our waitress was very, very nice, and the other female staffer came by a few times to helpfully remind us that some of our dishes were very hot. Everything came out within a couple of minutes and we both did a double-take when we saw how low the bill was. You have a lot of options in the Phoenix area for generic Mexican. I'd probably go somewhere else where the food is a little tastier and the neighborhood a little less skuzzy.

    Deni G.

    Not bad for a quick bite We found Pitic on Yelp and decided to try it after reading so many positive reviews . If you ignore the exterior and step inside, you'll be able to get a decent meal at a very reasonable price. Pitic is a casual dining Mexican restaurant with great service. On this visit we had the enchiladas, rice, beans, chips, and salsa. Pitic offers two kinds of salsa's, one chunky with peppers, onions, and seasoning and the other a tomato based thinner sauce both were tasty and the chips were fresh and crispy. The enchiladas were good as was the rice, both were flavorful and nicely seasoned. Overall I would recommend this eatery, you won't be disappointed.

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    Loved the food. Good portion, fair price, good service. Close to the airport. The bldg and interior sort of run down but so what!

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    Amazing food. Better people. Some of the best Mexican food in Arizona. The chips and salsa was an amazing start to a delicious meal.

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    Good quality food and amazing service! Can't wait to come back and try other menu items.

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    Excellent food and service. Looking forward to our next visit to Phoenix and this restaurant

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    The lady was very rude when asked about the menu options. kinda looked down on us like we didn't belong

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    Pretty Penny

    Pretty Penny

    4.8
    (93 reviews)
    2.0 mi

    Say hello to your new favorite downtown restaurant! Wow, where to begin?…read more Service was amazing - they even printed out a small card with our reservation name on it which was presented on our table. Such a cute touch and very thoughtful. Our waitress was super knowledgeable and gave great recommendations. The spot is small and chic. It's very intimate dining so you'll be sitting close to the table next to you. Luckily, it's a quiet and calm space, so no need to worry about noise. The food was incredible. The salmon crudo was possibly the best crudo I have ever had in my entire life. So fresh and the flavors were balanced to perfection. The risotto changed my life... it was so delicious I couldn't even believe it. The only thing I would recommend skipping was the octopus tostada - not my favorite and a little fishy for my liking. Personal preference of course! The duck tasted great and was beautifully presented, but it wasn't my favorite. Again, I'm not a huge meat eater so take my advice on this one with a grain of salt. Overall an extremely romantic and special meal.

    It was pretty good but certainly not worth the titular pretty penny price--and we didn't even get…read morethe recommended 8 dishes, which is, like, the entire menu. To start, the menu is a bit puzzling. It's kind of like a handful of Asian-inspired dishes, a handful of Mexican/South American, and a handful of French or New American. But there's not enough of each to chart a course through one type of cuisine. So, basically you're gonna have a cultural melange meal. Hamachi crudo was really good and fairly unique. The halibut was excellently prepared but not particularly innovative in any way I could tell. Zucchini had goat cheese, which wasn't immediately clear from the description, so I didn't enjoy the rude surprise I got when I took my first bite, and didn't eat anymore, as I really despise the stuff. So that was a waste. Not a dig on the dish, just a personal thing I wish I had more notice of. There were other issues though. The wine list was exceptionally small, They were out of the bread, which is supposedly a must-try. And then we were going to get the steak but the folks next to us advised against it, showing their cut that had zero fat. They said it was leather. On that point, the tables are SUPER CLOSE. Like, a couple inches apart. You hear everything and almost can't avoid getting entwined into others' conversation. We liked the people we were next to, but be aware that it's an unintentionally awkward communal experience that's not well-suited to a date night. The service was pretty good, they put out a nice printed greeting with the reservation name, and give you a sparkling wine toast. But considering the price and overall experience we had, I'd pass and not come back.

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    2nd pasta dish with carmelized onions
    2nd pasta dish with carmelized onions
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    Buck & Rider

    Buck & Rider

    4.4
    (2.4k reviews)
    6.3 mi
    $$$

    I had one of my best birthday dinner dinners at Buck and Rider tonight. We all had excellent food…read moreand I think my scallops are the best in the valley. The restaurant is lively, but you receive your order quickly and perfectly. Our waiter Chase took great care of us and offered suggestions and descriptions about the food. Chris came by to make sure everything was to our liking and to wish me a happy birthday. We all had a great time, a great meal and did not feel like they were trying to rush us out of the door. I would definitely recommend this restaurant for the freshest seafood, steaks, and even hamburger.

    The food overall was pretty good. Fried chicken appetizer…read morewas standard. Nothing special Ceviche was good. Could use more spice but overall tasted fresh. Oysters were okay. I didn't get one and forgot to check to make sure they didn't charge me for it. Crab cake was very good. Lots of lump crab although I'd just call it more like a crab dish with bread flaks rather than a crab cake. Still delicious, but my vote is for g and m in Maryland for a traditional cake style with very little breading versus this for if you just want crabs. Service was very slow. It's hard with kids because you'll be there for a couple hours guaranteed. It's also pretty loud so I wouldn't recommend this spot if you have younger kids. I did have some stomach issues later that night but cannot confirm if it was from here or from lunch.

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    Stone Crab claws for our raw seafood bar
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    Mariscos Playa Hermosa

    Mariscos Playa Hermosa

    4.4
    (1.3k reviews)
    1.7 mi
    $$
    Outdoor seating
    Full bar

    This place is so good! Friends kept telling me to go, and now I get why everyone talks about it…read more If you're planning to visit, try to come before the dinner rush because it fills up fast. Also bring a group. The portions are huge and the food is clearly meant to be shared. Trust me on this one, bring friends. I've tried a bunch of dishes here, and there are a few I always go back to. For the table, Camarones Locos is an easy choice. The flame grilled shrimp comes out hot and full of flavor, perfect for passing around. La Patrona ceviche tower is massive and worth the order. When it hits the table, you immediately feel good about the decision. El Pulpazo is technically an entrée, but we always order it as a shareable. The octopus is grilled perfectly and it comes with rice and beans, so everyone gets a little of everything. For entrées, my number one pick is the Lobster and Crab Enchiladas with green sauce. I think about this dish at least once a week. The enchiladas are packed with lobster and crab, and the green sauce ties the whole thing together. Honestly, I could talk about this place all day. If you like Mexican food and seafood, you need to try it. Great food, big portions, and a menu that makes it hard to stop ordering.

    It was my first time visiting this restaurant with a party of 10, and unfortunately, the experience…read morewas not great. The service was okay, but the staff lacked friendliness and didn't seem very welcoming. As for the food, some dishes were good while others were disappointing. Overall, the flavor was lacking for me, and many of the dishes just didn't stand out. Another issue we ran into was the parking situation. The parking lot is very small, and we had to park outside of it, which was inconvenient for a large group. Overall, my experience was not the best, and I wouldn't be coming back.

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    Our Molcajete Frio is a cold seafood platter with so many of your favorites! Oyster. Crab legs. Ceviche. Shrimp. Delicious!

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    Our Molcajete Frio is a cold seafood platter with so many of your favorites! Oyster. Crab legs. Ceviche. Shrimp. Delicious!
    Pa'La - 24th Street

    Pa'La - 24th Street

    4.6
    (327 reviews)
    2.8 mi
    $$

    Hands down the best meal I've had in a very long time. We had a party of 5 and we chose the 4…read morecourse meal. We had the very old fashioned, a rhubarb cocktail, and a local beer from Wren House next door. For the meal, we didn't know what to expect but the host was great at laying out each course as it arrived and the food came out perfectly timed. Everything is cooked wood-fired so we knew to maybe not expect that but they exceeded our expectations. I'm very grateful for such a wonderful experience! Even my 11 year old was eating foods I never thought he'd entertain trying! I'll be coming back and highly recommend the flan, the salmon crudo, and the steak with the Japanese sweet potatoes. If you can, definitely do the 4 course!! I don't have any photos because we absolutely demolished everything that was put in front of us.

    Had a fantastic evening at Pa'La on their patio, with Randy as our server. The unique tasteful farm…read morefresh tapas menu was incredible and the wine selection was perfect! We had the Spanish peppers wrapped around halloumi and they were divine! The pork belly was equally as delicious! Other things we enjoyed was the Japanese sweet potatoes, the Spanish octopus, and the flank steak. Hard to say what our favorites were but the peppers, sweet potatoes and pork belly were prob my top picks! Will definitely be back for the vibe and the phenomenal food!!

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    Pa'La - 24th Street
    View from front, fire pit and outside patio in back

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    View from front, fire pit and outside patio in back

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