50 Best American Restaurants near Paradise Valley

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“We had my grandmother’s 101 birthday dinner here Friday the 15 . There was 11 of us and it was wonderful. Food was delicious, atmosphere was quiet enough for her to be comfortable but what made it memorable was the waiter. The gentleman who waited on us ( brown hair ) was extremely knowledgeable kind patient and attentive. I am only sorry I can remember his name but hope that whoever reads this can use the details and figure it out and give him the recognition he deserves. Fried chicken and short ribs highly recommended“

“Great service, tasty dishes, and a nice environment. However, my friend had stomach discomfort around 2 a.m. after dinner, possibly due to seafood freshness or digestion. I suggest adding a reminder for seafood-sensitive guests. Overall, I still recommend the restaurant and hope you could kindly look into this.“

“Absolutely Delicious 😋 Can’t stop talking about it! We will definitely be back.“

“The cuisine is amazing. For a true fine culinary experience with a modern relaxed atmosphere it’s a must go. The staff are exceptional and very knowledgeable about all the cuisine, daily specials, wine, pairing, and spirits and special events. Chef Rusconi and his wife Nancy stand at the chefs pass inspecting and finishing every plate for perfection before it’s served to the customer. When time permits either Chef Rusconi or his wife Nancy will visit with the customers to answer questions or just small talk to get to know their customers. Very personal touch that is very rear to experience in today’s restaurant market. Chef Rusconi’s cuisine creations start by him hand selecting all the freshest and highest quality ingredients and processes them himself. Ensuring you will enjoy his exceptional creations and their complex flavors and aromas. Rusconi’s American Kitchen is an extraordinary experience that you owe to yourself to enjoy.“

“Local restaurant exceeded my expectations. Bacon wrapped shrimp and green Chile cornbread were awesome. A little pricy but worth it. You get what you pay for in this case. Service was top notch too.“

“great views, fun funky decor, great place for cocktails and food“

“We loved this place! The food had so much flavor even if seems like a small menu. Service was knowledgeable and went above and beyond. Hostess was super nice , as well as busboy and waitress who was above and beyond with descriptions of food and genuinely made us leave happy. I think her name was Mindi and Mandy ??“

“The food was sooooo good!“

“Delivered here as their bread vendor for 2 years. Never any issues until Bradley their part owner neglected to order extra for a holiday. He then cancelled a delivery day of, sticking me with their product. Then chose not to pay 3 invoices totaling over $1,500. I will happily send his completely unprofessional text messages to anyone that wants them. For a cash only business to stiff their vendor -that's the type of people you'll deal with here. They've been through multiple managers since they brought on their business partner and it shows. Bradley knows how to get in touch with me and pay his bill, otherwise the BBB and small claims is where this goes.“

“Had the best pasta Alfredo dish ever! Salads looked great too!“

“Chicken cordon bleu with tater tots and a side of ranch.“

“Always liked the VT. Food and service is the best.“

“Janae is the best bartender at Twin Peaks. Always happy to see her working, never leave unhappy!“

“Great service and offerings!“

“Super friendly staff, fair pricing with great happy hour deals. Perfect downtown Phoenix location. Delicious burger. Definitely worth a stop. I know I’ll be back.“

“We just came in with a large group and sat at a firepit. We were told to leave after a few min due to a large group reservation in an hour. We talked to the manager who told us we could stay for an hour until the reservation showed. Our table was ready after about 30 min. We were stuck in the back of a private area where 2 people didn’t receive their food until half way through and one person waited for a condiment for the entire meal. Another person got her drink order filled at the very end of the dinner. Before we left they seated 2 other tables extremely close to us when many many other tables were available! During a pandemic! Horrible experience from a usually very enjoyable place. Poorly poorly managed!“

“friendly, fun, great menu and wonderful food“

“If you’re looking for a nice meal that is celiacs friendly, this is the perfect place for that fancy meal! We enjoyed the gluten free green chili corn bread. It was on the spendy side, but it was well worth the dollars spent!“

“The adult beverages, food, and service all went above and beyond my expectations!!! You owe it to your to give this place a try!!! And, a special "THANK YOU" to our server Hilary!!! She was so knowledgeable about the menu items, and drink choices, and provided an AMAZING experience!!!“

“Felt really comfortable there and the food was amazing. I love a big breakfast on my Sunday’s after church. Staff were very friendly!“

“I make it a point to always have dinner here whenever I travel to Scottsdale. As a female traveling alone, they always make me feel comfortable- the service is impeccable and the food is consistently outstanding. And that Bacon Fat Popcorn is to die for!!“

“Great/innovative food, nice service, too bad expresso is un-drinkable.“

“Incredible service great food fair pricing and owners who actually care about customers“

“Beautiful restaurant with gorgeous views and a beautiful romantic setting. The food was excellent, and the service was amazing.“

“The food was good and atmosphere is amazing.“

“Indulge in one of their amazing cocktails, choose the octopus for the first course, and enter dreamland from there. Last night was the latest A++ dinner where everything was done perfectly, and danced on our tastebuds like magic. A very special place, and there’s a reason why people are inspired to exclaim ‘best meal ever’. Life is short, go this week, Highly recommended.“

“We are new-ish to the Valley & like to support local places, so we look for new restaurants to visit each weekend. I found The Main Ingredient on FB yesterday & the menu caught my attention. We'll, SO glad we drive in to try it! Holy smokes did we gave a great lunch today! I had the brunch huevos & the hubs had the Cuban. Great portions (I couldn't finish my huevos) and both of us were saying we want to come back & try other items. The service was fine - I definitely felt like if you were from the neighborhood you were recognized & chatted up, but by no means was our server not perfectly fine... appropriately friendly & attentive, drinks & refills arrived promptly, she checked on us mid-meal, the bill came promptly. Zero complaints on service but hands in the air on that food! We'll definitely return to try out more of the menu!“

“My sister and I had such a good yummy happy hour, which was also probably dinner. The best customer service. They treat you like a family. Alicia, the manager, was the best. She heard me tell my sister that the butter caramel cake looked yummy. So what does she do? She brings us one on the house!! I will keep coming back here, not just for a free dessert but because of the yummy food, drinks, and everything in between. The best place ever. Thank you, Arcadia location. Love you. 🌄🌵🐴🎯💯💃🏽“

“This place is always welcoming, no matter when I come in they are always there to help even when it's busy they make their way to you. I've been going to this Dennys for years and the only one I will go to. The kitchen is always on point with the food they put out“

“Alec was an outstanding server great food Thankyou and a birthday card class act“

“Simple yet amazing!!! Me and my family had a wonderful experience for lunch today. From the appetizers to the lunch meal, you couldn’t go wrong with anything you ordered! One of the best meals I’ve had since being here.“

“Very nice atmosphere for all occasions with friendly staff!“

“Phenomenal experience. Location, ambiance, food and service were nothing less than spectacular. Everything was outstanding. The food was exquisite and the service was incredible. The atmosphere of the restaurant is lovely and would make anyone’s dining experience even more enjoyable. This is by far one of the best dining experiences we have ever had.“

“Great food. Great drinks. Nice but not crazy expensive“

“Lexi was our server. She was amazing! Very attentive and personal yet not bothersome.
Food was delicious.
Avocado egg rolls are a must.
Fish tacos and Asian chicken tacos. Lexi helped my wife with a special order.
Alittle on the expensive side for us...but always great food!
One of the reasons we go for happy hour... appetizers and some food items are much cheaper.“

“Jessaca amd I went for our anniversary dinner and it was spectacular. The food was absolutely incredible, the staff was sociable and treated us like family. Would highly recommend for a romantic night out.“

“Great food. Wonderful staff.“

“The chicken fried with there amazing country gravy and lumpy mashed potatoes the way l love them..all there dinners are so good. Never had anything that was not excellent. The steaks are like eating butter. So tender unbelievable...“

“Today I placed an online order and it was set to deliver, my mistake. I called the restaurant and let them know I will have a family member pick up order. They were super understanding and said the order was changed to pick up. As my family member arrived he saw the “delivery “ person grab our order from the pick up shelves and leave. Oh well. My family just let them since the order was on its way. Well, the guy never arrived at our home. I called the restaurant explaining my issue- and they immediately said they’d replace the order. No need to reorder, and it would be ready in 15 minutes. They were incredibly professional and exceptionally fast. I cannot recommend Flower Child enough for this. THANK YOU! The dinner was amazing and stress free- and I will be back many times over ❤️“

“We were greeted with friendliness when we walked in the door. The items on the menu were diverse and creative, with a mix of more standard fare. The food was delicious with an enjoyable mix of seasoning and well cooked fare. The wait was appropriate for the cuisine. A wholly pleasing experience.“

“Love WF - yummy and great atmosphere!“

“great service great food great environment😊“

“Food is always excellent and new items arrive throughout the year. It’s my ‘go to comfort food’!“

“First time there. Service was impeccable, but we sat at the bar and had to wait close to an hour plus to get a table. I ordered the salmon dinner which was delicious. But the black sauce on top was just a little overbearing. And salty. I would definitely go back, now that I have seen the menu and I would order my way...“

“The food was beyond incredible! The service was perfect, just the right amount of attention given. The drinks made by the bar were spot on. I would highly recommend this place!“

“This establishment is absolutely amazing! The food and service are superb and plated perfectly. The food is delicious and freshly made, it's definitely a must try or visit again. Karim and Jenny were on point, an exceptional experience thanks to both of them... Trust me when I say, this place is a gem. Ask for Karim and Jenny!“

“Great little spot in fashion square. Ended up here randomly as was looking for a place to eat and other places we went and closed their kitchen for the night. Moxies was more than willing to accommodate us. Food was great, a great variety of choices to choose from. Drinks were great, staff were friendly and our server made great recommendations. Had such a great time that ended up coming back for late night cocktails“

“It’s always so good. Hopefully they build one in Arrowhead in North Glendale, AZ soon.“

“Toka is an absolute gem in Scottsdale for anyone looking to experience genuinely authentic Balkan cuisine. The restaurant not only impresses with its immaculate cleanliness but also captures a genuine Balkan atmosphere. The decor and ambiance are warm, inviting, and reminiscent of a cozy, traditional Balkan eatery.

The staff is incredibly kind, and their service is top-notch, making you feel like part of the family. We’ve had čevapčiči and burek all over the Balkans, but we rarely enjoyed them as much as we did here. The perfectly grilled and juicy čevapčiči were seasoned to perfection, and the meat-rich burek was flaky and savory—a true delight.

What makes Toka even more special is its offering of traditional Balkan products for sale, featuring original brands that are hard to find elsewhere. From food items to drinks and sweets, you can take a piece of the authentic Balkan experience home with you.

Toka is a must-visit for anyone seeking a genuine taste of the Balkans right in Scottsdale. Highly recommend!“