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    The Kettle Black Kitchen & Pub

    4.3 (1.5k reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 12:00 AM (Next day)
    Updated 1 month ago

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    Moderate noise
    Outdoor seating

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    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.

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    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.

    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)

    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

    Me and my champion competitive cheerleader inside Kettle Black
    Comfort D.

    The food did not disappoint. It was well seasoned. The waiter was nice and the atmosphere was cute.

    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!

    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.

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    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.

    Christian & Henry are the ABSOLUTE BEST!!! I've never been to Phoenix before today & these 2 made me feel right at home. But even better! I love going to new cities because I love checking out new bars & meeting new people. 12/10 recommend this bar to everyone!!

    Claudia C.

    Awesome pub!!! If you are going to the game I recommend going to this place beforehand, the food was delicious. We walked right in no wait and grabbed a couple of seats at the bar. There was plenty of indoor and outdoor seating. Staff were extremely nice and helpful as soon as we sat down. It's a traditional club so very laid back atmosphere. We tried the Pork Belly Sliders which were a 10/10 absolutely incredible and we also had the Philly cheesesteak fries also a 10/10. The portions were large and me and my husband did split both. The bartenders made me a delicious espresso martini which was amazing. We will be back!

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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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    Our bar man was very lovely. We asked about the beer selection and got recommended ones that we…read moreenjoyed. The food is not bad. Bees knees is soaked in butter/honey sauce which I personally not a big fan of that but the chicken is fried to very crispy and it is seasoned very well. Mussels are not the freshest so all of them is very small and chewy but the butter wine sauce is lovely with the bread that come with it. Just that if it can be less oily, it would be much better for me. We came in on a Friday night and it was rather quiet.

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    Thirsty Lion is one of our favorite happy hours, but last night we went for dinner and we were…read morelucky to have Caileen take care of us. She made us feel so welcome and remembered us from previous visits. The salmon on The seasonal menu was tasty and perfectly cooked. Caileen really went above and beyond to make our meal enjoyable and it worked! Thanks Caileen!

    Thirsty lion is definitely a family favorite. We made a reservation for my son's birthday dinner…read morewhile my in laws were in town. We sat on their patio, which I really love because it has a nice moody relaxing vibe out back. The weather was perfect for a patio dinner. My son and I shared their california roll appetizer, we scarfed that roll down, yum! For dinner, I ordered their reuben sandwich, very delicious sandwich. I ate half and took the other half home. I forgot to take a picture of it but it was delicious and large! My son ordered the cheeseburger with fries off the regular menu instead of the kids menu. He wanted a big boy burger, haha! My husband ordered the GOCHUJANG BBQ PORK & KIMCHI FRIED RICE- Boneless Korean BBQ smoked pork, grilled with gochujang sauce, sautéed kimchi fried rice and a fried egg, sunny side up. Fantastic! Our server let my son pick his birthday dessert which is always so nice when you get to pick! He chose the chocolate molten lava cake with a huge side of whipped cream! So good!! Our server was great, friendly and attentive. Thank you for a nice birthday dinner experience for my son's 11th birthday.

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    Friendly service, a delicious grapefruit spritzer, and a lovely courtyard view made for a great…read moreexperience. Perfect for a quick stop while exploring The Shops at Town & Country or meeting up with friends.

    I've been here twice now, once for a girls night dinner and another for a large group event and…read moreboth times the service was very slow. It took like 20 min before they ordered drinks and 30 min plus before drinks were delivered! Crazy right? The first visit I got the burger and fries and it was delicious. The second time I got a steak medium well and loaded baked potato and the potato was very dry (like an older potato that was on its way out) and although I loved the overall flavor of the steak I had to eat around the edges only and avoided the center because not only wasn't it medium w no pink it was red! Also it had gristle and fat. For $44 it was a waste of good meat and I'm not one to ask a cook to throw it back in the grill when they should know how to produce different levels of cooked steak. The ambiance is a chill dim lit vibe and easy for conversations so that was great! The bathrooms are clean and smell good. Great mirror lighting too. But the front layout is odd, the hostess stand is right there so everyone crams in front of door and there's no barrier to the first large table so you're like staring at the poor people eating at that first long table lol! I think they need to switch up the entry layout and put up a half wall or decorative situation to tuck away that table a bit too. Just my two cents. Overall, I'd go again but it would be really nice if management saw this and trained staff on how to greet table sooner, take drink orders, and deliver said drinks timely for a more pleasant dining experience.

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    Fantastic experience last night with a group of friends. Sat near the band and they were really…read moregreat... drums, guitars, and voices sounded awesome. Upbeat crowd, cool vibe, and good choices for drinks and food. I love their pretzel bites and one of the best French dips I've had. Our waitress Siraya was very friendly and attentive. The creamsicle martini was also wonderful... mixed it with a splash of peach High Noon and was delicious! Can't wait to go back for football season! Go Chiefs!

    Met up with a few guys here after work on a Friday and the place was packed. Definitely a lively…read morelocal hotspot vibe. You can tell right away this is the kind of place regulars come back to often. Food I didn't try much food, but I did have the cheese crisp and it was solid. Light, flaky, and more like an open-faced tostada than a quesadilla. It came topped with green chili and chicken, and everything worked well together. Based on that, I'd expect the rest of the menu to be consistent, even if it's not trying to reinvent the wheel. Service Service was efficient, especially considering how busy it was. No complaints here... you can tell the staff knows how to handle a full house and keep things moving. Ambience This is where the place stands out. The vibe feels like a food network designed a biker bar, but in a fun, not over-the-top way. It's also apparently a Kansas City Chiefs bar, which adds to the identity. There was a live band playing early 2000s rock hits, which kept the energy up. Crowd was friendly overall, very much a neighborhood crowd. Overall This isn't a destination bar, but it's a really solid go-to if you live nearby. Think of it as an elevated dive/sports bar with a strong local following. Good drinks, good energy, and a place that does what it's supposed to do well.

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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 !

    My wife, kids, and I recently visited North Mountain Brewing Company expecting a fun evening and a…read moregood family experience, but unfortunately it fell short. When we were first seated, a server asked about drinks and brought us waters, but after that we waited about 15 minutes before another server came by and asked again if we wanted drinks. At that point I had to tell her we were actually ready to order food. I understand that it's a brewery and many people come for the beer, but it's still a restaurant and we came primarily for the food with our kids. The service throughout the visit felt slow and disorganized. After our food arrived, no one checked back on us at all. We were especially looking forward to trying the brown butter cookie for dessert, but since no one came by, we eventually had to flag down a server just to get the check. By that point we decided not to order dessert and just leave. Overall, the experience was disappointing due to the lack of attention and slow service.

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