50 Best American Restaurants in Phoenix

“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.“

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

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

“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 ??“

“This spot, hit the spot! You know if Burgers and Shakes are in the name it’s already going to be something to try out at the very least. This spot, hit the spot.
I chose the appropriate date night of Friday and my partner and I just moved into the neighborhood of Shaw Butte for my “intershcolastic travels” at Arizona State University (Forks UP), in my mission of becoming an Ethnic Studies college professor.
First of all the shakes are a MUST and you get two choices of flavor options in the same shake, choose wisely. I got the classic Strawberry shake and it tasted like fosters freeze did in California in the 80’s, sooooo good.
I ordered the 3/4 pound, yes, they have a 3/4 pound option which is more like a pound when it is all said and done. Mix that with an onion ring meal option and a 2 pack of corn dogs and it was a wrap.
Lucky and friendly staff you get an A plus plus from a future ethnic studies professor and world travelled foodie. Keep making great burgers you are in my top 10. HIGHly recommended!“

“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!“

“su delicioso cafe, y sus hot cakes“

“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!“

“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.“

“my all time favorite restaurant“

“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!“

“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!!!“

“The food was good and atmosphere is amazing.“

“Fantastic food, service and presentation. Perfectly seasoned and FRESH! This is a little jewel hidden in a warehouse district. will definitely recommend and return.“

“Great service and offerings!“

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

“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. 🌄🌵🐴🎯💯💃🏽“

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

“Me and my lady come here often. She always gets the kalbi and I gotta say the kalbi here is one of the best I've had. Thought it was finally time to leave a review for a fantastic and friendly staff. Kitchen is usually insanely fast so the food is always hot and out to you in 10-12 min. Granted we come here between 2pm-4pm (best time to come, its slow amd quiet)“

“Love WF - yummy and great atmosphere!“

“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“

“If you're a biscuits lover who also craves a classic Eggs Benedict twist, the Biscuits Benedict here is a total winner! They swap the English muffin for one of their signature fluffy, golden biscuits—split and topped with hardwood smoked bacon, two perfectly poached eggs, and a rich, velvety Hollandaise sauce that has just the right amount of tang without being overpowering.
The biscuit soaks up the sauce beautifully while staying tender and buttery—way better than the standard muffin version in my opinion. The bacon adds that smoky, crispy edge, and the eggs were cooked spot-on with runny yolks that mix everything together perfectly. I added country potatoes on the side (ask for them instead of hash browns if you want that seasoned, home-fry vibe), and it was the ideal hearty breakfast.
Portions are generous, the price is super reasonable (~$11), and the staff is always friendly and quick even during the busy Ahwatukee weekend rush. This spot nails that comforting, elevated diner feel. Biscuits Benedict is now my new favorite order here—definitely ordering it again next time!
Highly recommend for anyone in the area looking for a standout Benedict variation. 10/10 would brunch again.
(Posted February 2026)“

“Very nice atmosphere for all occasions with friendly 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...“

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

“great service great food great environment😊“

“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 had such a great experience at Kona Grill! From the moment we arrived, the atmosphere was inviting and energetic, making it the perfect spot for a relaxed night out or a fun dinner with friends. The food was absolutely delicious — everything we ordered was fresh, flavorful, and beautifully presented. You can really tell a lot of care goes into both the menu and the overall experience. The drinks were just as good and paired perfectly with the vibe of the space. Service was excellent from start to finish, and the staff made us feel genuinely welcomed. Overall, Kona Grill delivered on food, ambiance, and hospitality. We truly enjoyed our time and will definitely be back!“

“We enjoyed a large salad and BLT. Both were huge, we shared and had half a sandwich to bring home.“

“We love Cracker Barrel! We had a young man named Caleb as our waiter tonight. He did an outstanding job taking care of our needs while dining. We were very impressed with him! Keep up the great work Caleb!“

“Just had an awesome lunch here! Great Beer selection... Cubano was to die for! 😋 5 STARS!“

“I'll be back 👍🏽 yummy yummy“

“They were so good the first time - I had to go back!“

“Its like Yougurtini but for beer and wine! You get a keyfob you tap on your choice and those in your party can either taste or drink any beer from the wall. Try "The Godfather" its an amazing Italian IPA“

“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!“

“Incredible food and great service.“

“I have been going to this hidden gem for at least 20 years. Always a nice meal and staff. Pies to die for. Go to place for a Turkey supper or Prime Rib and of course Chicken Fried Steak. Hope they remain in business for many years to come.“

“We had the delight of walking in to bunch of vintage owl art on our vacation to Flagstaff. Their service completely friendly and inviting. Absolute, favorite breakfast/lunch food with vegan alternatives also. We always stop by when in flag and now the new site in Phoenix. Soon another close to us in PV. always a hoot of nest. 🦉“

“Happy hour snacks and drinks are amazing.“

“Perfection! We were across the street and decided to swing by for something a little heartier. Deviled eggs are killer, burger was amazing and the chicken sandwich was so good. Prices were great and it was fun watching the staff inside do what they love. The menu is perfect and well thought. It was the best treat to land at :)“

“We had a great experience here today. Service was top notch (John), food was excellent and reasonably priced.“

“I could not rave about my experience at Keegan’s. My husband & I both had the char grilled filet & it was cooked to perfection. The cookie skillet was also warm and incredible. Our waitress, Raegan, was extremely friendly & personable. The food came out extremely quick. Would visit here again in a heartbeat!!“

“Great food at a great price.“

“-Gluten Free food, truly! It’s affordable as far as take out. Taste is delicious! - Attached to a gaming store, what a fun vibe. Can’t wait to hang out more“

“I was there Monday night and have to admit are waiter alba gave us the most professional service next time I go im really looking forward to her helping us again“

“Excellent patio service from Jordan. Ceviche was delicious and almost dinner sized as an appetizer. We've been many times and previously ignored the pizza section which was a mistake! The mushroom pizza had the best crispy crust, cheese combo and plenty of mushrooms. Easily fed two of us w take home boxes as well. We'll come back again, thanks Jordan. :)“

“great atmosphere and good food! menu and drinks are are hard to decide. burger and fries and Caesar salad and tortilla soup. 2 drinks for 41.00. Will definitely be back.“

“Excellent three course Thanksgiving meal - with options for those who don't like the traditional turkey dinner. Great, friendly service and spectacular views of the sunset as we chose to sit outside. A hidden gem for locals who want the feeling of being away at a peaceful resort - when in reality, you're 20 minutes from home.“