Best food & service anywhere and character to boot...tell them Ric from CA recommended it.read more

Probably not going back to Dick's…read more.. We were visiting both Phoenix and Scottsdale with friends and decided to meet up at Dick's Hideaway for dinner after hearing good things. There were six of us, and we were quoted a 45-minute wait, which seemed reasonable at first. However, their system for managing waits is honestly pretty frustrating. There are no reservations, no text notifications, and no call when your table is ready. You're basically left hovering and guessing. We did make it back in time for our table, but a simple "hey, your table's ready" system would go a long way in making guests feel valued. We were seated around 8 PM after waiting and taken to a large corner booth in the back. Unfortunately, there were still two people from the previous party lingering at the table even after they had paid and the rest of their group had already left. I understand finishing drinks, but it felt inconsiderate given how busy the restaurant was and how long people were waiting. After being seated, it took about 15 minutes before anyone came to our table, and even then, not everyone in our group was acknowledged right away. Things didn't improve much from there. It took over 30 minutes just to place our food order. From what we could tell, there was only one server handling the entire restaurant. I can definitely empathize with how difficult that must be, but at the same time, when we first arrived, she appeared to be standing near the entrance rather than actively managing tables, which added to the confusion. When the food finally came out, it was very staggered instead of arriving together. I ordered the Taos tenderloin with green beans and fries. The sides were actually great--probably the highlight of the meal--but the steak itself was disappointing. I ordered it medium, but it came out with an overly charred, almost burnt crust that completely overpowered the flavor. The whole dish really needed basic seasoning like salt and pepper to bring it together. The atmosphere also didn't do much to help the experience. It's extremely dark inside--so much so that it's hard to see your food--and the space feels cramped. The layout is also pretty strange and honestly a bit off-putting. There's what appears to be a kitchen area right behind the bar, and then a full kitchen in the back--but what really stood out was the lack of separation near the restroom area. There's no proper door between the kitchen and the bathroom space, and from a small step down off the dining area, you can basically see straight into the kitchen if you wanted to. It just didn't feel very private or well thought out. Another thing that stood out was the portion sizes. While some people might see that as a positive, they were honestly too large--especially for those of us traveling who couldn't take leftovers with us. Slightly smaller portions might not only reduce waste but also help the kitchen keep up with demand and improve overall service speed. Overall, this ended up being more of a one-time experience than a place we'd return to. Between the disorganized wait system, slow and inconsistent service, and underwhelming food, it just didn't live up to the expectations we had going in.

the prime rib quesadilla changed my life, the service was lovely, quick, and the server was engaged…read moreand interesting to talk to. Darren was a delight. the ambiance was very nice was well, dim but not dark lighting with beautiful decorating done to the place. great establishment, highly recommend

Carbs, comfort, and a little bit of smoke! If you love New Mexican food and hatch chile as much as…read moreI do, you'll be in heaven. The menu changes daily, but I imagine they rotate favorites. I had the hatch chile mac and cheese with the smoky mushroom and it was absolutely delicious - quite spicy so make sure you can handle the heat! I also had a hatch chile cornbread muffin - the side of honey butter was a really nice touch, it's delicious. I'm a vegetarian and picked two items from the main menu, but they also have a dedicated plant-based menu. Many craft beer options on tap, and beautiful cocktails as well. The inside is perfectly dark and a bit goth with great decoration. I thought the TVs playing sports took away from the vibes a bit but I get that some people want that. A bit disappointed that the bathrooms were not in the theme, but everything else is beautiful. It took a bit of time to get our food, but I recognize I went at a busy time on a Friday evening. The rooftop patio is gorgeous. Ample parking outside, even on a busy Friday evening!

This was our first time and we weren't disappointed. This…read morevenue is HUGE and warm feeling with plenty of dining tables. Our server, Ava, was very informative and attentive. We decided not to have alcoholic drinks and enjoyed water with our meal. We started with the Mexican Street Corn which can come 'on the cob' or off. We chose 'off' because we were sharing. My wife had the Mahi Mahi and Crispy Shell Ground Beef. she thoroughly enjoyed her meal. I had the Carne Asada which was very tasty and with a lot of meat either every bite. We will be back k to try their Margaritas.

Absolutely not. If you feel you must go, do not, under any circumstances, order the Ahi tuna tacos…read more $15 (during happy hour) for three teeny tiny tacos (one fit into the palm of my hand), filled with Ahi tuna that's been marinated in soy sauce and sugar, then topped with green onions. Literally. That's it. I think one of them had a little guacamole at the bottom of the taco to keep the tuna from falling out. Completely underwhelming flavor profile and a perfect portion size...if you're on Ozempic. I also ordered the individual carnitas and chicken tacos. $6 each, also during happy hour. The chicken and carnitas tasted like they had been dredged in salt over and over again. Zero flavor dimension--just salt. There was an attempt at creativity; they added some orange segments to the carnitas taco. But the predominant flavor of salt and odd white sauce ruined it. Even though it was complimentary, I have to mention the chips and salsa. I give them credit for serving the chips warm and not over salting them; they were really good. But the salsa was bad. It tasted like ketchup with diced tomatoes, onions and jalapeños mixed in. While I was eating, I overheard two different women at the bar describe the food as "not bad". Not a ringing endorsement and frankly, it's usually a polite way of saying "this isn't good." For me, this place isn't worth the money. I can think of plenty of other Mexican places that offer better quality dishes at more reasonable price points. I recommend going elsewhere.

We went here again with another couple and I have to say they consistently impress. We sat…read moredownstairs and recognized our waitress as she has been there 6 or 7 years now and is always on point. We had the stroganoff with filet and it was great! It has a spicy Wende but not overwhelmingly so. Great meal. To start we got the appetizer of Mexican sausage which was fabulous. I had a black manhattan which was one of the best I have had as well. I just love it when things are consistently great and the Rokerij just nails every time. Well done!

A steak place that doesn't know how to cook steak ... And get orders correct…read more With a party of 13, we decided to reserve the private room in the back. At first everything was running smoothly until the food came out. Most everyone got the steaks or some special. Here were the first problems: - Not everyone got steak knives after asking 3 times. - 2 ribeye steaks were overcooked (asked for medium rare and got well done). - 1 fillet steak was still alive when asked for well done. - All plates were made out of metal so it burnt your hand when touching (made an infant cry instantly). - Brussel sprouts were cooked whole, too big to take one bite and was incredibly greasy. - Someone got the wrong salad. - Someone got the wrong vegetables. So that's where the downfall began. I usually don't enjoy complaining but when a restaurant is advertised as being high-end, I expect more, and there was more ... just more issues. We asked for a refry on these steaks. It took them so long that everyone else finished eating already. When they came out, we got more problems: - 1 ribeye didn't have a bone for some reason (but everyone did). - 1 "fillet" steak was actually a ribeye cut covered in sauce to hide it. Here comes the unprofessionalism from the staff. When asked about the ribeye bone, she just said that "they" removed it for you. I'm asking, "Why?" An $85 ribeye should always have the bone. I never asked to take it off. The ignorance continues with the "fillet." I know what a fillet looks like and when asked about the cut, the waitress had the audacity to say, "They flattened the fillet for you..." I'm asking, "Why?" We all knew what a fillet looks like compared to a ribeye. It wasn't a fillet. What professionally trained chef would ever flatten a fillet? How ignorant do you have to be to even say this? The ridiculousness continued with the floor manager coming in, apologizing, gave our first round of drinks for free, 1 steak for free and gave us a business card to contact the general manager. Wait. What? It's a Saturday night, during MLB spring training and the GM isn't around? And you want us to contact them? You want us to do your work for you, to contact the GM? In the end, I'm only frustrated because the steak was $85 and it felt like I could have cooked this better at home. The steak looked like you bought it at Trader Joe's. This whole experience, was not the waitress' fault. She was dealt with a difficult situation because of the back-of-house, the designer of the restaurant and everything else around her. Who is expediting the food? Who is in charge on a Saturday night? Who is the chef? Does this person know the basics of cooking and plating? Who here cares about their food? Who designed the metal plates to be burning hot to guest? I think I found a new nominee for Kitchen Nightmares. If you want to try this place, get the steak well-done if you want medium-rare. That's what I've learned this weekend.

Right off the bat, I am on a keto diet and usually cook with habanero peppers…read more I am trying to find a reliable go-to for spicy food I can order that does not include starch or excessive amounts of salt. This can be difficult since Thai food is usually served over rice or noodles, and with Mexican food, I have a hard time staring at a hot pile of refried beans without digging in. The ala carte Chile Relleno that I ordered from Los Dos Molinos with spicy pork fit the bill exactly. They use eggs without flour for their relleno drench, which along with the green chile sauce on top fit my dietary needs exactly The meal was spicy enough to make me break a sweat, but still highlighted the taste of the Hatch chile, roast pork and green sauce without over use of salt It was fantastic! I will be back!

I was trying to give Los Dos Molinos a pass as it has been a long time since I have eaten here. If…read morecourse prices and quality have changed over the years and that is the case with this restaurant. First off the service was fabulous and attentive. My server was super kind and patient as I was trying to order food while at a meeting. So three stars for this! The food though was just okay. From the reviews I knew the salsa was going to be hot. It was very hot, opened up all of my senses--especially the red, but also it had tons of flavor, which I enjoyed. You can tell it is homemade all of the red and green peppers popping through. Now to the food. I was hoping for a lunch special, but there was not one in sight. So, I went with their tacos salad that came with a choice of a variety of meats, most of which were also super spicy, so I went with the carnitas. The presentation of the salad was awesome. It was open faced, so not that traditional round bowl that you see. What was in the bowl left a lot to be desired, as the carnitas was very dry and a little chunky--it was not fully shredded. The green salsa helped a little bit and so did the guacamole. All of the ingredients were fresh, but together there was just no seasoning and it just did not impress. I really wanted to give them more stars, but the food was just okay. I would not look here the next time I am craving Mexican food. This was a one and done for me.

Richardson's delivered one of the most authentic Southwest dining experiences I've had in the…read moreScottsdale/Phoenix area. A good friend who lives locally took my son and me there while we were in town for spring league baseball, and from the moment we walked in, you could feel this wasn't a typical tourist spot. The atmosphere is pure Southwest--warm, inviting, and full of character. What really stood out was the service. The staff was knowledgeable, flexible, and genuinely focused on making sure we had exactly what we wanted. That level of attention elevated the entire experience. And the food? Outstanding. My son hasn't stopped talking about it since--we were both saying on the way out that we have to come back. It's a little off the beaten path, but that's exactly what makes it special. If you're looking for a true taste of Scottsdale with an elevated, memorable dining experience, Richardson's is absolutely worth it. We'll definitely be back--next time with the whole family.

Brought out of town friends and once again Richardsons never disappoints. I had the chorizo stuffed…read morepork chop and it was excellent and a big enough portion to have a full meal the next day. The onion ring appetizer is always amazing. Our guest loved everything put down in front of them. The best part of visiting Richardsons (aside from the food) is the eclectic menu. If you are looking for Taco Bell standards this is not the place for you. If you are looking for a great atmosphere with a very unique take on Mexican then Richardsons should be your first choice in Phoenix. Don't let the under 4 Yelp rating fool you, this is one of the best places in Phoenix and i cannot recommend it high enough! "FIMP" Food is my Passion

Our family had Easter Dinner yesterday at P83. This was not our first time dining there, and due…read moreto the previous good experience, we decided to dine there yesterday. Our Server was Miranda, who took such good care of us. Our reservation was for 12:30 pm and they were starting to get busier, but Miranda was so attentive and on it in every way. She gave us great service. The food was amazing, and everyone was happy with their entrees. We love Blanco's, and this is the second year we have been there for Easter Dinner. Good food and great service, and just a very pleasant vibe. Special props to Miranda, you are a sweetheart. Yes, we will be back again!

Good Short Rib Enchiladas! We stopped in for Saturday lunch while waiting for an oil change to get…read morecompleted, and were tread like royalty by the manager and staff. The restaurant was about half-full and bustling brightly indoors and on the deep shaded wrap-around patio. Our server, Branden, was one of the best servers we've ever had! Attentive and polite, even reading off the entire menu and describing highlights to hubs, who'd never been before. We were seated immediately at a booth table and brought complimentary chips and salsa. These are good fresh, thin chips and smoky mild-hot tasty salsa. Branden brought us a second round of chips and salsa as well. We ordered: - Coca-Cola fountain drink - Coke Zero fountain drink - SHORT RIB MACHACA ENCHILADAS 5/5 - Highly recommend - caramelized peppers & onions, yellow cheese, ancho chile sauce, cilantro. Served with sour cream, guacamole, pico de gallo, rice, & choice of beans. Classic enchilada sauce like how I remember, delicious tender shredded marinated short rib inside. - CARNE ASADA FAJITAS 4/5 (sweet soy salsa verde) served with blistered peppers, charred onions, jack cheese, guacamole, salsa fresca, sour cream, choice of beans & tortillas. Hubs said these were good. He did want rice with his meal so he ended up taking my rice which I didn't want. As you can see in the pics, the tortillas are scratch made in-house as well as the sauces and sides. Bar seating, booth and table, and patio seating available. Men's and women's restroom available for customers.

I recently brought my Ethnic Lunch Group of 12 here for a meal. Mother and Daughter owners Kathy…read moreand Kelly welcomed us warmly and cooked up some of the best New Mexican food ever. Everyone loved their lunches and I overheard many remarks such as: This place is The Bomb. The Green Chile Santa Fe Burger was really really good. The Posole is Awesome. This is the BEST Green Chile I have Ever Had. I HAVE to bring my husband here - he is going to love it. What a wonderful and unique place. I will definitely be back. Needless to say I would definitely recommend giving them a try.

I met a friend here who came down from Prescott. He was the one who picked this place…read more The place is really cool, it looks like it's been here for a long time. It's in a mini strip mall and a very cool space. It's sort of feels like you've gone back in time. You order at the counter and they bring your food out here. I got the "Green Chili Santa Fe" burger. It was very nice. I ordered it with a medium spice and it was perfect. While you're eating, I think it was the owner who came over and asked how everything was. That's a nice thing that you don't see much anymore. I got the green Chili Santa Fe Burger it was quite delightful. I will be back to try some of their other items.

The ambiance was very nice. The food was Amazing. But most of all the waitress, Nichole was…read moreextremely nice and efficient. She was super sweet. I was take there for my birthday. She made my birthday one to remember. She made me feel special. I would highly recommend recomend this restaurant.

Today I made my way into the Carlsbad Tavern, which I called the Batcave bar because that's what it…read morelooks like inside here, to find Casey manning the bar. That was my good luck because she makes the best drinks in town. I have to say I love this bar!

Hi, I was here for a weekend and was looking for a nice place to eat, and I found Los Sombreros! I…read moreloved the place, especially the food. I ordered the carne con mole oaxaqueño--it was delicious! And the way they combined shrimp and corn was amazing! I also ordered the ceviche, which was delicious, everything was fresh and flavorful. For dessert, I ordered churros. I loved everything. I highly recommend Los Sombreros. I'll tell my friends about this place so they can visit. Thank you so much!

We were seeking a "Mexican food" restaurant that was more traditionally New Mexican cuisine than…read moretypical "Tex/mex" and we found it just blocks from our hotel in old town Scottsdale. What a gem of a place! As a born and raised New Mexican, when I see chile rellenos, pozole, tamales, and mole on the menu, I know it's going to be worth trying. The food was delicious, the service was impeccable considering we arrived at the same time as a large group on a busy Sunday and the atmosphere was comfortable and friendly. We dined here on a Thursday evening as well and enjoyed their happy hour specials before dinner. We enjoyed the Puerco Mole, Chile Rellenos, house and specialty margaritas (Steve's Rita is something amazing), and shared the smooth as silk flan. Absolutely amazing. We loved the choice of sautéed vegetables as a side, with black beans. A beautiful and tasty medley of carrots, red peppers, and zucchini. The corn elote was delicious as well. We highly recommend Los Sombreros and will definitely return here the next time we are in Scottsdale, AZ.