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    The Kettle Black Kitchen & Pub

    4.3 (1.5k reviews)
    Open 11:00 am - 12:00 AM (Next day)
    Updated 2 months ago

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    THE KETTLE BLACK KITCHEN & PUB ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
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    Happy hour specials

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    Steamed Mussels
    Roy H.

    Solid bar overall. Very easy going and laid back. Bartender was very nice and attentive. Music was very good variety. They also have TVs for sports goers. The food was solid as well. Ordered mussel and sliders which were filing. No major notes which is why the 3 stars.

    Bryan G.

    Guinness, fish and chips, Guinness braised beef tips and a Bavarian pretzel......can't go wrong. Cozy place that feels like an English pub.

    Drink menu
    Adrian R.

    So we've been to kettle black a few times as a large work group, we usually sit inside the long table and they're very accommodating. We've tried everything from the fish and chips, to the California club and various sandwiches. I do prefer the crispy, cod, sliders, you can pair it with a cup of soup for a full lunch. Come and try.

    Daily Soup
    Donna C.

    Decent pub food. Seat yourself, bar and table seating. Food was good. Ordered the pretzel, Brussel sprouts and soup of the day (creamy chicken vegetable). The soup was really good. Excellent flavors and creamy. Wait staff was attentive and not overbearing. Definitely a classic pub vibe to the place overall.

    1st Street Burger (3/5)
    Ian N.

    1st Street Burger (3/5): Decent burger but nothing about it really stood out. Mine also came without the onion ring... Fries were just fine. RATING SYSTEM 5 - Great (Need to get this again) 4 - Good (Would get this again) 3 - Ok (Might give this another shot) 2 - Not Good (Won't get this again) 1 - Bad (Telling people to avoid this)

    Caesar Chicken Sandwich Fries
    Misti L.

    Came DT for the women's FF and a show at AZ Financial. Popped in for lunch. Nice beer selection. Service was ok. Turned off when greeting the server, his first comment was "Busy", as if I couldn't read the room. Food was good but too pricey; $19 chicken Sammie. Beers sat at the bar for several minutes before being served.

    Sara M.

    Madeline was our server on a busy Saturday night. She was friendly and patient. We lucked out with nearby street parking and were seated right away. My husband was eager to try a new IPA, but they were out. Another was suggested, but it wasn't good. I stuck with water -- which was great! It took a while to get silverware after our entrees arrived, which was a bit annoying, but dinner itself was good. I ordered the pork belly sliders, and my husband had the Reuben with fries (to share) and a side salad. I love that they offer Thousand Island - so many places don't! My meal was good, his was excellent. Portions were generous, though the fries were undercooked and a little flimsy - good flavor, though. Dinner came to about $60 after tip. Nice to try something different, but overall, not quite worth the effort.

    Turkey Burger & Sweet Chile Glazed Green Beans
    Mia P.

    The drinks were great the food was even better but the service, the hospitality a 10/10! They definitely take care of their customers As a first timer I give the whole experience a 10/10. I highly recommend

    Draft menu
    Bri M.

    We came by from out of town for an early lunch. I'm on vacation, so felt justified trying a flight. About 2 beers on draft were out, but the 4 i selected were very good. My husband and I split a pretzel, which was deliciously scalding hot with a side of very potent Dijon mustard and white cheese sauce. I ordered a full glass of the hazy Spellbinder and was not disappointed. Hubby got the pork belly mac'n cheese, which I had a few bites of. It was pretty good, the cheese had a subtle sweetness from the pork. We sat outside, which I know staff hated, and ended up swapping an outside table to an outside bar stool in the shade. Food was great. Staff was a little slow on things like refilling hubby's iced tea.

    Bavarian pretzel and fish and chips
    Steven K.

    The best fish and chips in town are at the Kettle Black, hands down! The evening I walked into the Kettle Black was an evening where the pub bustled with activity. Lively chatter filled the room. Families enjoyed their meals along one wall of the pub, while the bartenders worked their way up and down the length of the bar, serving food and drinks to bar patrons. The place was packed, and spirits were high. Once I had seated myself at the bar, I looked over the menu. The Kettle Black offered a good selection of pub food, and I'd come here for dinner after hearing good things about this place through word of mouth. As bar staff started me off with a glass of water, I ordered the fish and chips and the Bavarian pretzel. My food soon arrived piping hot, and I took a bite of the fish first. My first bite was one of surprise! It's not often that I've had fish and chips seasoned with cracked black pepper, and the black pepper really highlighted the dish for me. The fried fish had satisfying crunch and left lingering notes of salt and pepper on my tongue. The tartar sauce was smooth and bright with pickled zing. I enjoyed the comforting salted starchiness of the fries, and the tartness of the freshly cut coleslaw rounded out the dish nicely. The Bavarian pretzel was another winner. Luxurious and buttery, sprinkled with salt, this pretzel was a pleaser. Whether I paired each bite of pretzel with smooth, soft cheese or sharp, tangy mustard, every mouthful was delicious. Although the dinner rush was in full swing, the bartenders still checked on me during my meal. I really appreciated the attentiveness, and I felt very much at home. My time at the Kettle Black impressed me, and I'm definitely coming back the next time I'm in town.

    Alan S.

    We had a big group, it was for a conference nearby and despite our large group we were given good food and nice service. I do think the server was a bit pressured as our group was so big but they were able to accommodate us. We had to wait some time for our food but I would say the food options were good and with lots of pub variety.

    Hair on the red pepper for my salad
    Monica S.

    Grubhub Delivery Review: The food was made promptly and it was delivered earlier than anticipated- which was great! I opted for the Pork Belly Sliders (because it seemed like one of the more popular item per Yelp) and the Citrus Chicken Salad. The pork belly sliders were good (slightly fatty) and I wish there was a little bit more cabbage slaw or freshness to combat the fattiness of the protein- the brioche bun was toasted beautifully. The salad looked amazing but unfortunately, it tasted slightly off and I found a hair in it so I tossed it. Grubhub did say they'll offer a credit.

    Lamb Gyro
    Lucy L.

    Decided to come here last minute before a concert and it did not disappoint. Our party of 3 were seated pretty fast after they cleaned a table. I got the pork belly sliders and they were soooo delicious! My husband got the lamb wrap and also said it was tasty. Our friend got the Caesar salad wrap and he too said it was delicious. We were all very happy and ate every bite! Our server was friendly as well!

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    Ask the Community - The Kettle Black Kitchen & Pub

    Is it quiet enough for normal table conversation?

    Not really, it's quite compacted in the place.

    If you walk out of Stand up Live Mon-Thursday around 8:30-8:45 and enter the restaurant just before 9pm, is that too late for a entree / pint or two provided you’re out by 10? Or is that too late for the staff / Impolite?

    Call the Kettle Black & I am certain that they can entertain ANY questions you might/may pose concerning their outstanding establishment! (602) 651-1185 is the phone number! Give them a jingle otay????????????????????

    I don’t like spicy. Can I get the cod sliders with regular sauce?

    I am sure you can get these without being spicy, just request it.

    Do you have a Dog friendly patio? Any drinks that are non alcoholic?

    Are you open Christmas Day before the Suns game and if yes do we need a reservation?

    How late is Kitchen Service?

    Website's hours posted for M-T 11:00 to 12:00 midnight F-S 11:00 to 02:00 AM

    I wish their hours on yelp were correct. They're closed now at 2:20pm. Why doesn't the restaurant…

    Could have had to close unexpectedly for that moment.

    Can the black bean burger be made vegan omitting cheese and siracha cream?

    Yes! And they have hand cut fries for a vegan side!

    Is the place ok for children to dine in?

    Well behaved elementary school age should be fine.

    Do they have gluten free menu items or items that can be substituted to make it gluten free? Thanks

    No, sorry. I wish I did know. Went there on vacation. I would stick to veggies and proteins. Chicken and Grass Fed meats. Hope that helps. You can't go wrong the the above.. Great Regards... Alex

    They only take reservations for 10 or more :-(?

    No reservations.

    Do they take reservations?

    The guy today said they only take reservations for party of 8 or more.

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    I've been wanting to try this place out for a minute now !! I live right by and pass it all the…read moretime !! They have a nice selection of the brand "twotowns cider" so was nice because I don't like beer at all. Ordered the chipotle wings and pretzels bites! Pretzels bites came with honey butter , mustard, and beer cheese. The beer cheese was 3/5 I thought it was good but definitely had an almost Kraft cheese taste to it or nacho cheese .. The wings were good they just didn't taste fully marinated thru. I would come back for sure to play with the arcade section and just cause it's so close to my place !

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