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1. Le Âme Parisian Steakhouse at The Global Ambassador
4.8
Exceptional(649)
$$$$
• Steakhouse • Camelback East
Booked 65 times today
At first blush, you’ll feel transported. Nestled in the soul of The Global Ambassador, Le Âme effortlessly transforms from a casual bistro during the day to a moody, dimly lit steakhouse at night. Where romantic charm meets culinary excellence, Le Âme is a Parisian steakhouse that pays homage to traditional French fare with the perfect steakhouse touch.The menu boasts a wide variety of classic French dishes like Steak Frites and French Onion Soup, along with a new take on dishes like Tuna Carpaccio and an elevated take on Onion Dip with Potato Chips. Carefully curated by the hotel’s master sommelier to complement the flavors of each dish, the wine offering at Le Âme is true to its Parisian roots, but with reach across the globe. The cocktail program is equally impressive, mirroring the cuisine with beautiful ingredients, perfectly executed. Whether you’re seeking breakfast, lunch, weekend brunch or dinner, Le Âme delivers an exceptional dining experience at any time of the day.
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2. Palma - Phoenix
4.5
Awesome(963)
$$$$
• Cocktail Bar • Downtown Phoenix
Booked 28 times today
Engulfed in a nursery of palm trees, Palma is your own private gathering in the heart of Downtown Phoenix. At Palma, you'll find no judgements, preferences, or labels, just damn good food, killer energy, + the constant beat of great music. Retreat to the palms for an energetic brunch with live DJs and bottomless mimosas, happy hour with cocktails and shareable plates at dusk, dinner near the fire pits where you can release your inner worries and daily stresses, or late-night cocktails. Come as you are, let's laugh by the fire and cheers to the good times. Please note we are 21+ and require valid identification after 8pm.
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3. The Arrogant Butcher
4.6
Exceptional(5244)
$$$$
• American • Downtown Phoenix
Booked 35 times today
At The Arrogant Butcher, enjoy a juicy steak or burger with a beer in our bustling downtown Phoenix restaurant and bar, just across from The Footprint Center. Drop in to impress at a power lunch, share in the timeless class of dinner and a show, or pre-game before the big game. For snackable bar bites to second-to-none seafood from the raw bar, and craft beer to fancy cocktails, The Arrogant Butcher understands that impeccably crafted food is always in style. So come on over – we have your table ready.
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4. Culinary Dropout Waterfront
4.7
Exceptional(3841)
$$$$
• American • Old Town Scottsdale
Booked 42 times today
At Culinary Dropout, raise your glass to friends coming together. A place where food and music are life. Join us at happy hour for ice cold beer and our famous soft pretzels with provolone fondue. At dinner, a signature cocktail and slow braised 36-hour pork ribs are a perfect pair. While you and your crew enjoy damn good food and drinks, a local band plays live for great vibes. Come hang out and stay a while.
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5. The Henry - Phoenix Arcadia
4.7
Exceptional(7293)
$$$$
• American • Central Phoenix
Booked 107 times today
Welcome to the greatest neighborhood restaurant, a place where you can always count on a warm welcome from baristas, servers and bartenders who know your order by heart. A fusion of industrial and classical influences, our open dining spaces are bursting with charm and energy. Come and go with ease for your morning coffee, enjoy lunch with a colleague, gather the family together for dinner, or treat yourself to a post-work drink at the bar. For craveable eats and downright delicious cocktails, look no further than a place where you'll always be among friends, a place that feels like home: The Henry.
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6. Zinc Bistro
4.6
Exceptional(6261)
$$$$
• French • Scottsdale Quarter/Kierland Commons
Booked 58 times today
A New York Style Parisian Bistro. A 4000 sq, foot restaurant that is designed with contemporary sensibilities, yet returns the nostalgic ambiance of an authentic Parisian bistro. Round marble bistro tables and wicker chairs spill out onto the sidewalk, offering a kind of people watching one might indulge in, along Boulevard Saint-Germain. Zinc Bistro also offer a romantic garden patio secluded deep in the restaurant, lit by candles during the evening, creating an unforgettable ambiance, or a relaxing atmosphere near our fountain in the afternoon. The oyster bar stands at the end of the 25 foot zinc bar, serving fruit de mer platters, as well as all of the accoutrements. We bring in shellfish daily, offering the freshest oysters, clams, mussels, and lobster in the desert.
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7. Culinary Dropout at the Yard - Tempe
4.7
Exceptional(3931)
$$$$
• American • Tempe
Booked 34 times today
At Culinary Dropout, raise your glass to friends coming together. A place where food and music are life. Join us at happy hour for ice cold beer and our famous soft pretzels with provolone fondue. At dinner, a signature cocktail and slow braised 36-hour pork ribs are a perfect pair. While you and your crew enjoy damn good food and drinks, a local band plays live for great vibes. Come hang out and stay a while.
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8. Lobby Bar at The Global Ambassador
4.8
Exceptional(53)
$$$$
• French • Camelback East
Booked 7 times today
Savor your go-to handcrafted cocktail or discover a new favorite in the plush surrounds of the Lobby Bar, an intimate yet lively scene where the vibe is always on point. With sophisticated music featuring jazz trios and artist-in-residence nights every weekend, you’ll feel the palpable sense that this is the place to be at our luxury Phoenix hotel.Join us every Tuesday, Friday and Saturday from 6 pm - 9 pm for live music in The Lobby Bar.Pro Tip: Indulge in the ultimate evening with the Adult Happy Meal, featuring your choice of a perfectly crafted Vodka or Gin Martini, accompanied by Truffle Frites.
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9. Mastro's City Hall Steakhouse
4.8
Exceptional(6155)
$$$$
• Steakhouse • Old Town Scottsdale
Booked 27 times today
Mastro’s Steakhouse City Hall delivers an exceptional fine‑dining experience in downtown Scottsdale. Steps from Scottsdale Fashion Square, this iconic steakhouse is known for world‑class steaks, fresh seafood, and an upscale atmosphere. As an OpenTable Diners’ Choice winner for 2025, Mastro’s City Hall continues to be a top destination for unforgettable dining in Old Town Scottsdale.
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10. Toca Madera - Scottsdale
4.6
Exceptional(2710)
$$$$
• Mexican • Old Town Scottsdale
Booked 26 times today
Toca Madera Scottsdale is a Mexican-inspired steakhouse and brunch restaurant located at Scottsdale Fashion Square, offering happy hour, live performance, and a high-energy dining experience. The menu features elevated Mexican cuisine and premium steaks, set within a vibrant social atmosphere ideal for groups, celebrations, and lively evenings from brunch through dinner.For Birthday celebrations, please include the name of the person celebrating.

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