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Rough Rider, Phoenix, AZ

Rough Rider

4.7
4.7
1447 Reviews
$31 to $50
American

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2 people
10:30 PM
Booked 13 times today
  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
Located in the thriving area of Phoenix's Roosevelt Row, Rough Rider offers a Modern American menu accompanied by unique cocktails inspired by recipes of the late 1800's. Venture down our private elevator and be transported back in time to a presidential lounge filled with delectable dishes and unforgettable libations fit for Teddy himself.
Enter the lobby through the glass doors located in the alley to the northeast and down the middle elevator to the basement.

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Additional information

  • Phone number
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Contemporary American, Cocktail Bar
  • Hours of operation
    Tue–Thu 3:00 pm–11:00 pm Fri, Sat 3:00 pm–12:00 am Sun 3:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
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Offers

  • Happy Hour!

    Multiple dates available
    Sun - 3:00 PM - 9:00 PM,Tue - Thu - 3:00 PM - 9:00 PM,Fri - Sat - 3:00 PM - 10:00 PM
    Happy Hour is available Tuesday - Sunday from 3pm - 5pm. We offer discounts on select cocktails, food items, beer and wine. Walk-ins are welcome!

    Happy Hour! Photo

What 1,447 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Phoenix

    American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Rough Rider is a "fantastic" speakeasy-style spot in Phoenix, praised for its "amazing food," unique ambiance, and "exceptional service." The "delicious" craft cocktails complement a menu featuring standout dishes like pork chops and fried cauliflower. "Highly recommend" for a memorable dining experience, though reservations are advised.

1,447 Reviews
  1. OpenTable Diner

    Kansas City1 review

    1.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 5
    After paying for our check we were asked to leave within two minutes while we were finishing our last cocktails so they could serve the next table… after spending over $800 not the service I would expect.

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  2. OpenTable Diner

    Phoenix3 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 2
    Stuck us at a counter against the wall in the corner. $30 for a cocktail is ridiculous and $18 to park is robbery. $150 pp for dinner seems to be the new norm, no thanks

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  3. Susan

    Minneapolis6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Had a great time at Rough Rider. Our server was excellent, food was delicious but the noise level was a little high.

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  4. OpenTable Diner

    Phoenix2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    Overall very good. We want to go back and order more amazing cocktails

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  5. OpenTable Diner

    Nashville1 review

    1.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Normally they validate parking at the lot by the restaurant. Apparently, their login to the website was down and I had to pay $50 to park for dinner. The hostess took my name and contact information and stated they would be in contact with me. I have not heard back and was not offered any compensation. $50 to park at a restaurant in Phoenix is absolutely asinine. Food and drinks were great as usual, but the lack of follow up for such an exorbitant parking charge is unacceptable.

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  6. Steve

    Phoenix6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food and service were outstanding. Had the bone-in pork chop and it was excellent. Only complaint is their parking situation. The app for the garage next door didn't work. Had to move my car 4 blocks to find another park and pay.

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  7. zxsix VIP

    Phoenix1 review

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had various folks from all over the country for a business meeting. Everyone was pleased with our visit and our server was top notch.

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  8. LAPilot

    Los Angeles15 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 2, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Unique speakeasy vibe and great food. Noise levels are high

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  9. OpenTable Diner

    Tucson1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Such an amazing experience! We had a reservation at 7:30 and were sat right away at a small table by the main bar. Our server, Hilary, was extremely helpful and attentive. We shared a bottle of wine, east coast style oysters ($4/each at the time), crab dip, pasta, and the BEST fried cauliflower. The setting was beautiful, the food was delicious, and the service was exceptional. We will definitely be back!

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  10. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Love this place, great food and cocktails are off the hook.

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Rough Rider is rated 4.7 stars by 1447 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
10:30 PM
Booked 13 times today
Google Map for Rough Rider

1001 N Central Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85004-1935

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Phone number
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Contemporary American, Cocktail Bar
  • Hours of operation
    Tue–Thu 3:00 pm–11:00 pm Fri, Sat 3:00 pm–12:00 am Sun 3:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
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