Restaurants near Salt River Bird Reservation

What a lovely dinner with friends! Thomas, the GM, gave us VIP service with some delicious appetizers to start our evening. We really enjoyed John “Frenchie” our server and his top notch service and personality! Ember is a hidden gem and one of our favorite places to eat on special occasions!

Another successful dining experience at the Italiano. We opted for the Festival of the Fishes which was a special 5 course meal. Loaded with seafood, and other dishes..the only dish you pick is the entree. I ordered the Swordfish even to the server said it wasn’t her favorite, but out of the other 3 choices it sounded good. The description didn’t match what I received tho.. It looked like 3 rolled up breadsticks. The actual swordfish was very thin and wrapped around some ground Saleme…it didn’t look appealing at all. Would not suggest or tbe menu needs to be more clear. Everything else was very good, except the weird sticky cookie type crackers they served with the Rainbow cake for dessert.

The Food was delicious, a bit better than expected. The service was Great and constant. Only one small hiccup but nothing worth mentioning. The ambiance was nice and we actually interacted with a few neighboring tables. Of course I would suggest, as I always do, removing one table from each dinning room to allow for easier access to seating as well as better conditions for staff. Overall my family and myself had a wonderful experience at Dominic's and shall return..

We had a loved Christmas Even lunch, was quiet, decent food and a lovely server!

Needle Rock Kitchen is a true gem! The menu is creative, fresh, and absolutely delicious, with something to delight every palate. The atmosphere is warm and inviting, but what truly sets this place apart is the exceptional service. Mike and Hannah are phenomenal. They go above and beyond to make you feel welcome. Mike’s menu knowledge and recommendations are spot-on, and Hannah’s friendly, attentive service adds so much to the experience. If you’re looking for a place where great food meets even better hospitality, Needle Rock Kitchen is it. Can’t wait to return!