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Arcadia Farms Cafe
1625 N Central Ave, Phoenix Art Museum, Phoenix, AZ 85004 · 602-257-2191
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DOWNTOWN PHOENIX. A wonderful complement to the Phoenix Art Museum, this enviable cafe mesmerizes diners with all sorts of good things. The menu makes use of fresh, local ingredients, proffering sandwiches, salads, and a handful of main-course offerings. Among the options: Maryland crab cakes with remoulade sauce, pesto shrimp salad, strawberry chicken salad, and a pepper-crusted beef tenderloin sandwich. Homemade desserts are an added delight, and afternoon tea provides a more-than-genteel experience.
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WEST PHOENIX. Put on your cowboy gear, and keep an eye out for a sign bearing the visage of an enormous longhorn. It sets the tone for the restaurant's Western decor and for the waitstaff, who speak the tongue of the old time wrangler. Steaks are juicy, service is friendly, and the atmosphere is exciting. Plus, the place has been making hungry locals happy since 1956! Beyond the 24-oz. porterhouse, the menu boasts pork ribs, barbecue, burgers, sandwiches, and even chicken fried steak.
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DOWNTOWN PHOENIX. As the name implies, views from this dining room are breathtaking. Sit outside on the patio and enjoy a beautiful sunset, or dine inside and check out the cityscape through huge picture windows. The menu highlights fruits and vegetables grown right on the premises; resultant dishes include milk-fed lamb chops, truffle grilled prime filet mignon, and butter-poached Maine lobster. A perfect place for celebrating a special occasion or for a quiet, romantic dinner. The vast wine list demands to be explored.
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Duck and Decanter
3111 N Central Ave, National Bank Plaza annex building, Phoenix, AZ 85012 · 602-234-3656
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A local lunch fixture for decades, this upscale deli tempts folks with a wide assortment of gourmet soups, salads, and sandwiches. Hot and cold offerings come with a choice of bread and toppings; they feature albacore tuna, maple-glazed ham, smoked duck breast, and Italian salami. Add in a side of potato salad, cole slaw, or seafood salad for extra flavor. The Duck also offers beer and wine and sells specialty foods to enjoy at home. A shaded outdoor patio with a fountain is particularly appealing come midday.
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Houston's
2425 E Camelback Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85016 · 602-957-9700
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BILTMORE. Although part of a national chain, this restaurant is amazingly good. It's not difficult to get in, but there's often a wait for a table, given its popularity. To pass the time, hang out at the bar and enjoy the relaxed ambience and diverse clientele. Then, sink back into a deep booth amid dark woods and brick, and try to figure out what you'll eat from their strong menu. Steaks, fresh fish, roasted chicken, burgers, and salads are among the possibilities. Great for business lunches and after-work drinks too.
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NORTH PHOENIX. Listen carefully as your server goes through Morton's many selections. From a 24-oz. porterhouse to a satisfying 20-oz New York sirloin, the menu promises a meat-lover's heaven. All orders are cooked as requested and are sizzling hot when they're served. If the main course doesn't fill you up (unlikely), be sure to try the luscious chocolate Godiva cake.
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DOWNTOWN PHOENIX. The quality of the meat served at this top-rated chain is indisputably high, evidenced by USDA prime and choice steaks served sputtering on an ultra-hot plate. Veal, chicken, lobster, and salmon also grace the menu and are equally as pleasing. Diners enjoy pleasant service, a varied menu, and an unpretentious but upscale environment. Appetizers like carpaccio tenderloin or sizzlin' blue crab cakes are a great way to start, and desserts like chocolate praline encore and chocolate chunk bread pudding provide complete and total closure.
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DOWNTOWN PHOENIX. Renowned for fresh seafood, Steamers also caters to a broader audience by offering a choice of steaks, chops, and pastas. Imaginative atmosphere and top-quality service pull in crowds of locals, who congregate at the bar and on the outside patio. A selection of wines and sushi items increases the possibilities, and banquet rooms are available for larger groups.
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Tarbell's
3213 E Camelback Rd, Camelback East Shops, Phoenix, AZ 85018 · 602-955-8100
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DOWNTOWN PHOENIX. A clean-lined interior of neutral colors and vibrant artwork sets the scene for this bustling hotspot. Created by Chef Mark Tarbell, the menu of New American cuisine puts a creative twist on fresh vegetables, chicken, seafood, and beef. Although offerings change monthly, you can be assured of terrific food like grilled salmon, rock shrimp, and an upscale vegetable plate. The wine list has a reputation all its own. A private dining room hosts up to 10 diners, and the bistro happily serves appetizers at the bar for those who just want to enjoy the ambiance.
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The Capital Grille
2502 E Camelback Rd, Biltmore Fashion Park, Phoenix, AZ 85016 · 602-952-8900
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BILTMORE. The Capital Grille, part of a national chain, is one of the city's most popular steak houses. If you're looking to impress a potential client, this place delivers. The interior sports clubby ambience, offers welcome privacy, and pleases its professional clientele. The famous porterhouse – 24 ounces of excellent, dry-aged beef – will leave you swooning, and seafood options are available for non-meat-eaters. For dessert, why not try the mouthwatering flourless chocolate cake?
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