50 Best American Restaurants near Paradise Valley

“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“

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“Great views, atmosphere, service and food! We had a great time enjoying the delicious food and drink while in awe of the views and ambiance. Our servers were amazing and attentive! We will rave about Elements to people who ask for a special place to eat!“

“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.“

“I would recommend everything about this restaurant. Your experience starts with the staff at the front, everyone is on point and attentive. I didn’t see a single time that the wait and floor staff left the area without seeking eye contact from other diners. Then ….. the kitchen. Watching during a mid-service rush, you will see the calm energy that only comes from a great team culture. Everyone focused on each and every detail. Nothing goes out that doesn’t meet the team’s high standards. This kind of brigade can only come from one thing. The Chef….. Cory Oppold has always led by example. He showed everyone how deep his character was during the “Sack Lunch” and In-Home dining year. I don’t think there is anyone I would rather work beside in a kitchen than Chef Cory. The Food…… Every component adding to the story… some whispers, some screams…… taunting, flirting, enticing the culinary listener to turn the page in anticipation. Beautiful food that is as exciting to taste as it is to look at…… winner winner Squab, John Dory, and Steak dinner!! You owe it to yourself to go experience Team Oppold in action, you will never be the same again“

“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.“

“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“

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

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

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

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

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

“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.“

“The food was sooooo good!“

“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 ??“

“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!“

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

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

“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!!!“

“We normally wouldn't have selected CPH because of the distance from home but made a reservation based on recommendations from friends that the drive would be worth it. It was a Friday evening and not too crowded. Cocktails, service, and food were excellent. I was thrilled to see the Cowboy Caio salad on the menu, which was one of my favorites when dining at Cowboy Caio in Scottsdale. Evidently the same chef re-created it and offered it on the menu at CPH. The drive was worth the experience. We will definitely be back.“

“My family and I have been going to Randy’s for over 20 years. It was one of our favorites from our first visit, but the new owners have made it even better! We live out of state now, but Randy’s is still a must any time we’re in Scottsdale.“

“Great scenery and 29° Beer on tap“

“Loved the whole experience! Loved all the dishes we ordered with the four of us👍🏻“

“Great service, delicious food“

“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!“

“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.“

“Great food. Wonderful staff.“

“Great service and offerings!“

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

“Jacque gave us an amazing service! She’s very attentive and super helpful. The service was amazing, fast and we will definitely visit again. Thankyou jacque!“

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

“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.“

“Love WF - yummy and great atmosphere!“

“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. 🌄🌵🐴🎯💯💃🏽“

“Great friendly service, the best food I’ve had in a very long time!! Well done yall“

“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.“

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

“My bride and I had a wonderful lunch at Moxies. The service was first class. I had the fried chicken sandwich. Delicious. My bride had the calamari and some of the delicious fries. This was our third visit, so that says a lot. A friend of ours came to town and wanted to eat at Moxies a few month ago. The restaurant is surrounded by some of the best shopping in the country, so bring some extra money.“

“Went here on my lunch break. Hubby picked it out. Glad he did! Great service, best burger ever! And the Coleslaw! Amazing!“

“The atmosphere is great. They got a great staff, the food oh my God is so delicious I highly recommend this restaurant if you are traveling from Texas to Arizona. You need to stop here I highly recommend it. I give it 5 star.“

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

“- [ ] This is the best Hawaiian food Ive ever had Their Food gave me a great Surprise like the Hawaiian Ceviche The Captains Colada these Took some Real effort and Culinary knowledge to come up with these dishes they got the style of Modern tiki to a perfection If they care this much about the food then They must put a TON of work Behind the Scenes Exceptional restaurant I came back a week later and got the seared Ahi Tuna It was Awesome the staff was Great i gave a thumbs up too the Chef by their window and He sent over A ice cream cake Best Chef experience Go too spot Great drinks and Great to be at Exceptional Restaurant - Thanks Kyle!!“

“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.“

“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. 🌄🌵🐴🎯💯💃🏽“

“Service was outstanding considering a Friday nite and fully packed restaurant ! Quick and efficient service. Ribeye and fries fantastic. Ribs a bit undercooked but with sauce, it was nice. Hoping to have a glass of frangelica liqueur but not available. Shall return soon.“

“Annabelle Took care of me knew exactly what I wanted and had unbelievable customer service. She was helpful never stopped smiling gave suggestions didn’t pressure me made me feel real comfortable. I will definitely come back for this type of service. If you visit, definitely ask for her“

“Best food and margaritas. Service was excellent!“

“I wonderful time, well worth what was spent. My family and I love going for experiences and this exceeded expectations. It was fun and the skills in horsemanship and falconry were breath taking. I am gluten intolerant and they provided delicious alternatives for aspects of the meal that had gluten.

It can be very loud but that is part of the fun, as you are the honored guests cheering for your knight to win. Get as loud as you want!

Very clean and very friendly place to go for a fun night out.“