Welcoming a new era in modern dining. With the intense warmth and natural light of the Desert Southwest serving as its centerpiece, Mowry & Cotton brings the flame-touched indigenous flavors and textures of modern American cuisine to its lively, approachable setting.
AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
Richard Boyer
Catering
Please call for details 480.423.2541<br />The Phoenician is known for its lavish parties and spectacular events for all social occasions. We can help you create an event that will be remembered for years to come.
Private party facilities
From an intimate, candlelit dinner for two on Camelback Mountain; to the customized stylings of a celebratory gathering within the well-appointed salons of our award-winning restaurants, The Phoenician private dining experience is as diverse as it is inspired.
For complimentary valet parking, follow the signs directing you to the Main Lobby entrance. Complimentary self-parking is also available in garage one located below the main building.
Public transit
Valley Metro transit schedule for Route 50 provides drop offs at the Camelback Road entrance.
Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant
4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
4.6Food
4.6Service
4.7Ambience
4.3Value
Noise • Moderate
Loved For
Phoenix / Arizona
Great for fine wines
Phoenix / Arizona
Good for special occasions
Scottsdale
Kid-friendly
Scottsdale
Great for fine wines
Scottsdale
Good for special occasions
Review summary
AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Mowry & Cotton offers a delightful dining experience with "exceptional food and service." The restaurant is celebrated for its "amazing ambiance" and standout dishes like the salmon and monkey bread. Patrons appreciate the "delicious" food and "fantastic" service, making it a popular choice for brunch and special occasions.
1,049 Reviews
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Zach
Seattle
2 reviews
2.0
2 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
Overall 2
Food 4
Service 5
Ambience 5
My dinner service on 11/21 was excellent in terms of the staff and food quality—both were outstanding. However, my experience was completely overshadowed by a couple of intoxicated individuals at the bar who were yelling at the wait staff about their coursed meal. Their behavior disrupted the entire atmosphere. I ultimately had to request another waiter to move me to a different area because it was ruining my evening, it tarnished an otherwise wonderful evening.
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Claudia
Montreal
13 reviews
1.0
13 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
Overall 1
Food 5
Service 2
Ambience 5
We had a mind blowing experience at this restaurant. We sat at the bar. Started the evening with an outstanding bartender. We ordered appetizers, salads, dinner and sides. For some reason, the first two courses came too fast as we were not even finished our first course when they brought the other course. We let it go because they were salads with the second course. Then came the main course without the sides… 20 minutes later… the sides came but the main were already eaten. When we enquired how such a rookie mistake in service was made, the assistant manager came to apologize and comp our dinner…. However… once the dinner comp. We said thank your for understanding and fixing this poor dining experience! Well this gesture from them came with not allowing us to order anything else for the evening and requesting our room number. It was their mistake but our fault! According to the assistant manager, her staff needed more training, they are new members, and it’s by saying something about bad service that they get better. A sub par experience for a 5* luxury resort. The restaurant was not even busy that night. Better go to J & G steakhouse for outstanding service!
Mowry & CottonResponded 4 days ago
Good evening, Claudia
Thank you for taking the time to let us know about your dining experience in Mowry and Cotton. Your experience of poor food and beverage service is below our standard. Providing the highest level of hospitability is our number one priority and I sincerely apologize for failing to meet your expectations. We value your feedback as we are continually striving to improve our guest services. I have shared your feedback with the rest of the leadership team to ensure necessary guidelines are in place to prevent similar opportunities from occurring in the future. Again, thank you for your time and have a wonderful rest of your stay!
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Norma
Portland
27 reviews
vip
4.0
27 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
Overall 4
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
It was awkward at first when we arrived, but the server did everything in her power to make it right. We booked our reservation here because it was advertised as having a view but it fell short on that. The food was very good and for that we would go back. Compliments to the chef.
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Charles
Detroit
154 reviews
vip
4.0
154 reviews
Dined on November 13, 2024
Overall 4
Food 4
Service 5
Ambience 5
Had an excellent lunch out on the patio. We splint a Caesar Salad and shared the Chicken Sandwich.
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Randy
New York City
3 reviews
vip
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on November 13, 2024
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
Great restaurant from a service food and ambience point of view!
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jeanne
Phoenix
21 reviews
vip
5.0
21 reviews
Dined on November 9, 2024
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
Great service and great food!! Can’t wait to come back
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Cathy
Phoenix
22 reviews
vip
5.0
22 reviews
Dined on October 26, 2024
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
Brisket Benedict was delicious. Perfectly poached eggs.
Mushroom flatbread very flavorful.
Chocolate raspberry cake was decadent. Sat on the patio. It was a beautiful day.
Mowry & CottonResponded on October 27, 2024
Dear Cathy,
What a delight for us to read your comments! We enjoy offering our guests a simple, elegant atmosphere combined with delicious food served by our devoted staff. Thank you for leaving your review and for the generous remarks about Brisket Benedict, poached eggs, mushroom flatbread, and Chocolate raspberry cake. It was our pleasure having you at Mowry & Cotton, and we hope to see you again soon.
Devon Inoue
Food and Beverage Manager
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Maanav
Phoenix
34 reviews
vip
2.0
34 reviews
Dined on October 19, 2024
Overall 2
Food 2
Service 2
Ambience 3
I recently revisited Mowry & Cotton after having a great experience there for brunch a few years ago. Unfortunately, this time around, it was a disappointing visit that didn’t live up to my prior expectations.
The most noticeable difference was in the food quality, which seemed to have dropped significantly while the prices have surged. For three people, we ordered three drinks, three mains, and one appetizer, and the bill came out to a steep $200. For the price, we expected much more in terms of both flavor and presentation.
For the appetizer, we tried the tomato flatbread, which was forgettable and lacked any real punch. As for the mains, we had the tacos, croque madame, and ahi tuna bowl. The barbacoa in the tacos was the only highlight—tender and flavorful—but the rest of the dish, like the other mains, felt bland and uninspired.
The service didn’t redeem the experience either. Our server was distant and somewhat curt, making the overall atmosphere less enjoyable. While not outright rude, their standoffishness added to the sense that the restaurant has lost the charm it once had.
In the end, Mowry & Cotton felt like an overpriced and underwhelming dining experience. With a bill that high, I was hoping for something memorable, but instead, it felt like a letdown. I give it a 4/10 and probably won’t be returning anytime soon.
Mowry & CottonResponded on October 21, 2024
Dear Maanav,
Thank you for dining with us. We were sorry to read that you did not enjoy your visit. Our staff typically does a terrific job of responding to our guest’s needs, and we regret this was not your experience. We value your feedback as we are continually striving to improve our guest services. Moreover, our menu items, which are made with fresh and local ingredients, normally receive great reviews; therefore, it was disappointing to read that our restaurant did not exceed your expectations. We will speak with our culinary team, and we would love for you to return so we can show you the hospitality we are known for providing. Thank you again for your continued business, and we hope to redeem ourselves in the future.
Devon Inoue
Food and Beverage Manager
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Anthony
Phoenix
3 reviews
vip
1.0
3 reviews
Dined on October 19, 2024
Overall 1
Food 3
Service 1
Ambience 4
We were excited to try this restaurant but overall had a bad experience because of the service. When you order an appetizer and salad I expect that to come out first as a starter, the bread than the salad. Instead the server brought everything all out at once with the main entrees rather than coursed out. I told her that because she brought it all out at the same time our ribeye steak would get cold as we ate the appetizer and salad first. She did nothing about it and said she just thought we wanted it all out at once. I can’t think of any fine dining restaurant that would serve food like this and not apologize or do something to make it right. Instead, it ruined our experience and we don’t plan on going back.
Mowry & CottonResponded on October 21, 2024
Dear Anthony,
We truly apologize that your dining experience did not meet your expectations. You were right to expect great service from our team, and we are disappointed that this was not your experience. We appreciate that you took the time to write this detailed review, and your feedback will be used to stress the importance of our responsiveness to our guests. Thank you again for your comments, and we look forward to another opportunity to provide you with the exceptional dining visit you deserve.
Devon Inoue
Food and Beverage Manager
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Paulo
Phoenix
9 reviews
vip
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on September 29, 2024
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
We had dinner there on a Saturday night and brought our 5 year old son. There was another couple there sitting next to us with a young child as well. The kids menu was good and our son liked the food. The service was great. Our waitress was on top of things. I had the halibut (fish of the day) and it was really good. The side of heirloom carrots were really tasty too. We also shared the sausage flatbread and it was pretty good. The drinks were a little pricey but we expected that at the Phoenician. The ambience is great and they really make the place look lit up and classy. We will be going back soon but for a date night next time.
Mowry & CottonResponded on October 1, 2024
Dear Paulo,
We are thrilled to know you and your family had a great dining experience and that you appreciated our pleasing ambiance and outstanding service, as well as the delicious food we serve. We value your business, and all of us here at Mowry & Cotton look forward to your return soon.
Devon Inoue
Food and Beverage Manager
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FAQs
Mowry & Cotton is rated 4.5 stars by 1049 OpenTable diners.
Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.
For complimentary valet parking, follow the signs directing you to the Main Lobby entrance. Complimentary self-parking is also available in garage one located below the main building.
Public transit
Valley Metro transit schedule for Route 50 provides drop offs at the Camelback Road entrance.
Payment options
AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
Please call for details 480.423.2541<br />The Phoenician is known for its lavish parties and spectacular events for all social occasions. We can help you create an event that will be remembered for years to come.
Private party facilities
From an intimate, candlelit dinner for two on Camelback Mountain; to the customized stylings of a celebratory gathering within the well-appointed salons of our award-winning restaurants, The Phoenician private dining experience is as diverse as it is inspired.