Another great experience at the McIntosh. The food was great. I have the shrimp Poboy and my wife…read morehad the vegetable chop salad with crispy chicken. It was a quiet Sunday afternoon, and our server took great care of us. We don't get there as often as we would like, but we always enjoy the McIntosh. It's always clean, and the food is well prepared, as well as being cooked order. By that I mean, if you order something medium rare, it comes out, medium rare.

We came to Happy Hour at the Macintosh expecting the usual -- the kind of place that's technically…read morefine but forgettable. Turns out I'd undersold it. It's better than the template suggests. We ordered four things: mac and cheese, sliders, shrimp risotto, and a beet salad. The risotto quietly stole the show -- creamy, well-seasoned, tasty blackened shrimp. The indoor/outdoor seating was pleasant enough that I regretted not bringing my dog. Service was excellent, the vibes solidly decent. I'd go back.

We've been to Lo-Lo's Chicken & Waffles several times and make it a priority whenever we're in…read morePhoenix because we absolutely love the food. Unfortunately, today started off rough--we were seated and waited about 10 minutes without being greeted, offered water, or having our drink order taken. Thankfully, Neil noticed we hadn't been helped and immediately stepped in. He's actually served us before, and his service has always been incredible. He got us waters, took our drink orders, and even offered to grab the manager for us. The manager was very apologetic and appreciative, but Neil was truly the MVP. His attentiveness, kindness, and genuine concern for his guests really stood out. We were actually ready to leave and drive 25 minutes to another Lo-Lo's, but Neil completely turned the experience around. We hope he knows how appreciated he is and that he's being recognized for the incredible service he provides. Thank you, Neil!

Visited Lolo's in Scottsdale and it was really nice. Our server, Rebekah O was very attentive and…read moremade sure we knew what the popular menu items were. Food came out hot and fresh, waffles were delicious! Chicken well seasoned and that Kool-aid was on point! Definitely will try again once Im back in Arizona. I will say try for yourself as I did read many negative reviews prior to us visiting!

Celebrating my birthday weekend here was a GREAT choice! Definitely make a reservation for…read moreweekends. It's busy and popular and I see why! Ambiance: 5 STARS It's a fun restaurant with great energy and VIBES! The music is amazing and the decor is darling, charming and adorable. Its artwork is cool and funky. It's such a happy space. The ambiance is perfect for brunching. Service: 4.5 STARS Service is good and my waitress was funny and friendly. She was helpful and mostly attentive. I liked her attitude and she was pleasant. Food & Drinks: 5 STARS The food was delicious, flavorful and well seasoned. My oxtails were cooked with love. The rice under them was so tasty. Some of the best oxtails I have had in a while. The grits were cooked to perfection. The shrimp were cooked just right. The fried lobster tail had a little too much breading. Overall it was damn good food! The mimosas were great and mostly champagne. They had a variety of flavors. The cocktail menu had some really great options. It's a pretty large space and they do offer indoor and outdoor seating. The music the DJ played was enjoyable. I will definitely visit here again when I visit Arizona. I left feeling HAPPY, SATISFIED AND FULL! Good food equals good MOOD!

Came with a group. Service was fine. Wasn't as attentive as it could have been…read more The camera situation was annoying. We're trying to enjoy our food and being constantly harassed about pictures ruined the experience. The shrimp and grits portion was SMALL! omg it was tiny. I was still hungry!!!! Not worth the money. Flavor was fine but crab was lacking and shrimp were just okay. I wish I would have gotten the biscuits and gravy bc that was pretty good. My friend got it and I tasted it. The biscuit also had good flavor. I would order that if I came back.

I really like it here. The chicken is juicy and fried very well. I also got to try collard greens…read morehere for the first time, and I definitely wasn't disappointed. The service was nice, and they always made sure to top off our drinks. The location is cozy and has a friendly vibe to it. Considering it's in the city, it's always been pretty full every time I've gone, and the food definitely speaks for itself. I would definitely recommend giving this place a try!

This review is long overdue, but I have to say that this is the best chicken that I've ever tasted…read morein my life. I was here last year for a convention and then I happened to find this chicken place and boy, am I glad that I did! The chicken is perfectly crispy on the outside and delicate and tender on the inside. Also, it's not too spicy just minimal spice, perfectly seasoned, and definitely makes me want to go back to Phoenix just for this chicken! Moderately priced and within walking distance from the convention center.

We've passed this place dozens of times on the way to a ball game. Always smelled amazing. Since…read morethe D-backs are out of town this weekend, we decided to try it. Freakin' delicious!!! I had the smothered pork chops and sweet potatoes and green beans, she had the fried chicken, Mac and cheese, and apple sauce. Amazing from start to finish! this will be a regular spot now.

I hate doing things like this, especially to a place that has such good potential... BECAUSE if you…read morecatch them on a good day. It's really good. But then they have days like this where someone shows up to work and they just don't care my country fried steak cost over $30 has no seasoning. All the breading fell off. It was just a huge disappointment. This is a restaurant ,you have to have consistency ...you can't have an off day. You have to find staff that cares yes its hard times out here, but if we're serving our regulars, this..... we won't have regulars. This is my second disappointing meal here, but like I said if you catch them on a good day, it's really good. Take your chances.

We used to make special trips from another city just to eat at Nana's because it was that good…read more Sadly, after Nana passed away, things started to change. The Nana's Soul plate used to come with more than two ribs, then it was reduced to two, and now it's down to just one unless you pay extra for another. The plate also used to include all three sides--mac and cheese, collard greens, and beans--along with cornbread. Now you're limited to choosing only two sides, and the cornbread is gone. It's disappointing to see how much the restaurant has declined since the beloved Nana passed away. I hate to say it, but I won't be returning.

Great vegan soul food option if you're looking for comfort food without all of the animal products…read moreor unhealthy ingredients. It's guilt free eating, for sure. The person managing the front end was very friendly. The on screen menu was clear with color photos and easy to read. Technology was at the forefront with a large screen kiosk and easy payment processing. After choosing our own seating, the food arrived hot and the presentation was great. Every texture and spice was noted. Highly recommend the XXL Combo which gives an official tour of the tastes and offerings. The dining area was clean and simple. There were some minor cosmetic items that needed attention. But nothing took away from the overall dining experience. Great place to eat in or order out.

So good! We were staying nextdoor before our flight home to California and we were tired after 10…read moredays of traveling all over the beautiful state of Arizona. We were hungry though so after checking Lo-Lo's menu online it looked perfect. We walked over about 30 minutes before closing. The dining room looked really nice and spotlessly clean. I bet it's a blast on a busy night with a cocktail or 2. We ordered and picked up our food at the takeout area. We ordered the 2 chicken thighs, waffle and a banana pudding to share. Imagine our surprise when we were blessed with 2 orders! Even though it was takeout the waffle was hot and slightly crispy and the chicken was fresh a flavorful. The banana pudding was next level. Again very fresh, no soggy vanilla wafers. The staff on a Thursday night were very friendly and efficient. I will definitely be returning on our next trip to Arizona.

Once one of our all-time favorite Scottsdale eateries, Lo-Lo's is a down-home Southern gem…read morehilariously surrounded by Bentleys, Ferraris, and Lamborghinis. Nothing says Southern comfort quite like fried chicken, waffles, and a giant cup of Kool-Aid! Unfortunately, this visit was a bit of a mixed bag. The DJ was so loud that conversation was practically impossible, and we waited nearly half an hour to place our order despite the restaurant being relatively empty. The chicken wasn't as juicy or fresh as we remembered, and the chef must have been keeping time with the pepper shaker! Thankfully, the biscuits and waffles were still amazing. I also miss the oversized Mason jars they used to serve drinks in. Plastic cups just don't have the same Southern charm. Still a family favorite, but next time I'll be bringing earplugs and aspirin. The food may be Southern comfort, but the music was anything but!

Great food at decent prices. The manager told me they will be closing at the end of the month, so…read morethat's sad.

If it weren't for Yelp I probably wouldn't have discovered this little place, even though I drive…read moreby it daily to get home. Tucked back in a small building, just off Southern Avenue, you'll find Southern Fried. It is a small little walk in store front, so plan ahead to order out. We went ahead and ordered online to make things simple and easy. As shown on their building and advertised they show they serve Jamaican food so I was pretty let down when I looked at the menu to discover they do not have any Jamaican food. Seeing pictures of previous Yelp reviews of jerk chicken and oxtail left me bummed. We ended up ordering the fried okra, fried mushrooms, the 2 fish and 5 shrimp combo, along with the fried catfish and fries. We took our food to go and headed home, just around the corner. Once opening the containers i instantly got excited about the mushrooms. Anyone that knows me knows i am mushroom obsessed. With a quick dip in the ranch that came with and popping one into my mouth.... Yummmm! The okra was a bit of a miss. It seems they were still a bit slimy. Moving along to our main courses, I was disappointed to find that our fish was packed on top of our fries and the fries were very limp, soggy and unseasoned. I think packing the takeout differently could easily eliminate this issue. The catfish and shrimp were seasoned to perfection. They both had a perfect blend of spice and a light and crispy batter. I would love to see Jamaican food on the menu, as the advertising is a bit deceptive. Overall I would definitely be willing to try them again and would love to give one of their burgers a taste test.

We love Welcome Diner, and have been here many times. It is definitely not fancy, but it is exactly…read morewhat it should be. It feels very hipster and very retro and it just has so much personality. There is a lot of outdoor seating in what is essentially a front yard. There are tables and string lights and lots of trees and there are even a couple of playground horses. When you walk in there is a hostess desk kind of pieced together with different pieces of furniture and above it is a turning disco ball. Could there be anything better? There are booths all the way around, and there are no tables - - but you can sit at the long counter and watch your food being made. That really is the best place to sit because it is so interesting to watch them. It's amazing to me that they can keep all those balls in the air and still make all this food so delicious. There is a small bar off to one side. Make sure you go to the bathroom. The bathroom is nothing special, just a room full of graffiti and stickers, but if you look up you'll see the ceiling covered with little pinatas and a little donkey in the hallway. The menu is just what you would think for a diner menu. You can order breakfast or some sandwiches, burgers, Mac and cheese, and there is a selection of dinner entrees. Sitting at the counter we saw a plate with a steak being prepared and it looked absolutely fantastic. We were not really very hungry, and just wanted a quick small bite. Have you got that Welcome Burger, and I got the Sasha. Hubby said his Burger was good, although it was quite small. The Sasha has smoked pork and they put the pork on the grill and it becomes a crispy kind of Patty of shredded pork, then they put the crispy shredded pork patty on a noble bun with coleslaw and a fantastic horseradish sauce. My sandwich was a 10 out of 10 for sure! I kind of feel like in Phoenix there are some areas that you can go to or not, but welcome diner is a place that everybody should go to at least once. I really want to go back for breakfast which is kind of shocking because I'm not a breakfast person.

I have never felt as unwelcome at a restaurant as I did during our visit to Welcome Diner…read more I arrived with three friends and two dogs, encouraged by the dog-friendly patio. Before we could sit down, a waitress abruptly warned us that rain was expected in three minutes, that the dining room had no available seating, and that pets were not allowed inside. We decided to take our chances, retrieved our own menus, and sat outside. More than 10 minutes passed without anyone acknowledging us, despite staff serving other customers. My friend even tapped on the ordering window and was ignored. When the same waitress finally returned, I asked for a Bloody Mary, and she appeared noticeably disappointed that we had decided to stay. Her response was an incredulous, "You're staying???" We explained that we were willing to take our chances with the weather, at which point she informed me that they were out of Bloody Mary mix. I then requested waters. Another 10 minutes passed before she dropped off the waters without taking our order. After another 10 minutes without service, we left, having spent approximately 30 minutes feeling ignored and unwelcome. We found a much better experience across the street, where we enjoyed attentive service, delicious food, and a welcoming dog-friendly patio. I understand that weather, seating limitations, and restaurant policies may be beyond a server's control. How guests are treated is not. For a restaurant called Welcome Diner, the irony was especially disappointing.

Had high hopes after reading the great comments in the AZ Republic…read more Ordered 2 pieces of chicken. The sides we decided on were potato salad and the candied yams. Had biscuits instead of corn bread The chicken was over cooked and the wing and drumstick was rather lean Potato salad was so salty it was inedible. The biscuits were very dense, not at all light or flakey The upside were the candied yams. They were good The server was excellent. The food let her down.

CC's is not easy to see from the street because it is in a courtyard between 2 office buildings and…read morea parking garage. The location is accurate and your best parking option is the garage for 2800 N Central. It is a pay lot but CC's will validate your parking receipt. CC's is a soul food type of restaurant with indoor and outdoor seating. I visited for lunch about 3 weeks ago. I read the fried chicken is popular so I ordered the 4 piece version with sides of rice and gravy along with some maque choux and a biscuit for $21. The food arrived about 15 minutes later on a big plate. The chicken pieces had a dark brown crust and were quite good tasting. Not too crusty and with hot and flavorful meat on the bone. The rice and light brown gravy were good and the maque choux looked different from the South Louisiana variety but I still enjoyed it. It had corn, tomatoes, onions and bell peppers in it. I'll bet few locals have ever heard of it! The tablevservice was good too. This was a lot of food and I didn't finish it all but it was all good tasting and very close to real southern style cooking. I would be happy to return.