Diners' Choice: Hot spot restaurants in Phoenix / Arizona

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Updated December 05, 2024

Looking for restaurants that are the best hot spots in Phoenix / Arizona? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyzes nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favorite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

Uchi Scottsdale

4.8

4.8 (239)

$50 and over

Sushi

Central Scottsdale

About the restaurant

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Uchi, "home" in Japanese, is founded by James Beard Award-winning Chef Tyson Cole. A delicate balance of elevated food and impeccable service, Uchi offers non-traditional Japanese cuisine with signature tastings, sushi, and seasonal omakase. Reservations are encouraged and can be booked online up to 1 month in advance. Walk-in bar seating is available and is subject to wait times. Patio seating is weather permitting and may be rescheduled in the event of inclement weather. We look forward to serving you, Kanpai!

Top review

Elizabeth

Dined 7 days ago

This was one of the best meals we’ve ever had! It should be a 3 star Michelin rated but evidently Michelin doesn’t do Phoenix. It was creative, delicious and the service was top notch!!!

Weft & Warp Art Bar + Kitchen

4.7

4.7 (837)

$31 to $50

Mediterranean

Central Scottsdale

About the restaurant

Far from being overshadowed by the iconic views of Camelback Mountain, the cuisine of Chef Sammy De Marco defines it. Featuring small plates to be shared, a carefully curated wine list, and hand-crafted cocktails that live up to the Art Bar name, Weft & Warp is a global tasting journey inspired by the Mediterranean.

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JamieVIP

Dined on Dec 25, 2024

We went to W & W with our family of 7 after church on Christmas Eve and could not have had a better experience! The service provided by Tammy was beyond amazing! She was attentive and very helpful in offering suggestions! Most importantly, she was kind and gracious to the three small children at our table. We will come back not only for the food and ambience, but also for Tammy’s service. Happy new year!

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Popular dish

Iberico Pork Chop

Experience

Christmas Brunch 2024

Social Birdie (Restaurant and Bar)

4.7

4.7 (63)

$30 and under

American

Queen Creek

About the restaurant

Come join us at Social Birdie in the beautiful city of Queen Creek, where we serve amazing burgers and steak sandwiches for lunch as well as offer unique items like bone marrow and hand cut steaks and Chilean sea bass for dinner. In the mood for some amazing breakfast? Join us on Saturdays and Sundays for brunch and try our sweet and spicy chicken and waffles or our amazing lemon ricotta pancakes. Our patio hosts the best sunset over our San Tan Mountains allowing for our guests to dine under the stars for dinner. We have amazing options for cocktails, wine, and beer to satisfy all tastes. We also host live music Thursdays-Saturdays on our patio! Want to bring the kids? No problem! We also have corn hole and other fun activities.

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RickVIP

Dined on Dec 22, 2024

Fantastic brunch spot. We sat on the patio, right on the golf course, fantastic brunch, great cocktails, coffee and meal. I will return.

Liberty Station - DC Ranch

4.5

4.5 (720)

$30 and under

American

North Scottsdale

About the restaurant

Liberty Station, an American tavern and smokehouse is open daily for lunch and dinner. Liberty Station serves American comfort food and BBQ with regional touches, including several nods to the Keeler family’s Boston roots. The bar at Liberty Station offers vintage cocktails created in a very classic style, and local craft beers, plus a wide array of wine options.
Acclaimed Executive Chef Anthony Apolinar heads the kitchen. Chef has created a menu that includes creative “shareable” appetizers, pasta and salads. Entrees feature fresh seafood, steaks and chops. Liberty Station smokes many of their high quality meats on a custom made smoker, prominently displayed on the west side patio of the restaurant.

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Debra

Dined on Dec 24, 2024

Attentive service. Varied menu. Good food. Nice ambiance. Great place to take out of town guests.

The Forum Lounge

4.5

4.5 (20)

$30 and under

Cocktail Bar

Chandler

About the restaurant

Revel in the lavish and alluring ambiance of the Forum Lounge, a trendy 21 and over sanctuary tucked away in the East Valley. This upscale haven is a well-guarded secret, offering a taste of Las Vegas-style glamour right in your backyard.

Our mission was clear: to craft a trendy, hip lounge where top-tier entertainment, exquisite cocktails, delicious food, intimate surroundings, and unparalleled service come together to redefine the nightlife experience in the East Valley.

Whether you're seeking an enchanting evening of live music, a high energy band with incredible sound and light system, a fun night out with friends or VIP table service. Discover the Forum Lounge for an unforgettable nightlife experience that is unique to the Valley!

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Renee

Dined 7 days ago

Always a great place for live music, appetizers and drinks. Staff are friendly … food is sub par. Ordered chips and salsa and salsa was off. It took awhile before a server came to our table to take food and drink order … once order was placed, food and drinks arrived promptly. Had to flag server down several times to place additional drink orders and ask for water glasses to be refilled. Same issue when ready to cash out.

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Experience

VIP room Party Packages

Copper Blues (Desert Ridge Marketplace)

4.4

4.4 (407)

$30 and under

American

Desert Ridge

About the restaurant

Copper Blues was one of the first destination sites for live entertainment in downtown Phoenix over a decade ago, and now it’s coming to the Desert Ridge Marketplace! Don’t miss the best in local live music 7 nights a week while you enjoy an elevated pub fare menu for happy hour, dinner or late night!

Located next door to the Desert Ridge Improv and adjacent to Barnes & Noble

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Richard

Dined on Oct 27, 2024

Had a great time. Went to hear Crown Kings! They always deliver a great time. Our server was very attentive, never had an empty drink .

Tapas Papa Frita - Scottsdale

4.4

4.4 (1164)

$30 and under

Tapas / Small Plates

Old Town Scottsdale

About the restaurant

Authentic Spanish Tapas and Cuisine are the highlight of this view restaurant in Old Town Scottsdale. Live Flamenco shows and Spanish Guitar add to the ambiance of Tapas Papa Frita with Award Winning Chef Joseph Gutierrez creating Catalonian, Basque and Andalusian cuisine along with the largest selection of Tapas in the Valley. A full bar and a large selection of Spanish wines round out your dining experience. Patio seating available year round.

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James

Dined 2 days ago

Delicious Spanish food. I am always impressed by the appetizers they offer.

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Dierks Bentley's Whiskey Row Gilbert

4.1

4.1 (295)

$30 and under

American

Gilbert

About the restaurant

Dierks Bentley's Whiskey Row is an American Gastropub unlike any other. In a crowded industry, Dierks Bentley's Whiskey Row stands out with award winning food and drinks, exhilarating nightlife, and a rock & roll attitude inspired by Dierks Himself. Whether you join us for happy hour, enjoy live acoustic music during our Backyard Brunch, or jam out and dance the night away with our live bands on the weekends, Dierks Bentley's Whiskey Row has something for everyone.

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ParisVIP

Dined on Nov 17, 2024

So so fun. Great service. Chicken tenders and fries are delicious. Strong drinks. We had an absolute blast. Band was great. Dj was so fun 🤩. Definitely our favorite spot.

BackYard - Desert Ridge

3.9

3.9 (57)

$31 to $50

American

Desert Ridge

About the restaurant

Now Open at Desert Ridge Marketplace!

Meet your friends at Backyard, where the game is always on! Park it in front of one of our massive TVs or challenge your friends to a game of your own in our open-air playground. Dog-friendly (dog park opening soon!) and fun-driven, Backyard is comfortably familiar, while keeping things exciting on a daily basis! So grab your furry (and non-furry) friends and swing on in for a good time.

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RandyVIP

Dined 1 day ago

Great place to watch a game! Our server Taylor was outstanding, very attentive.

Bang Bang - Tempe

3.1

3.1 (98)

$31 to $50

Sushi

Tempe

About the restaurant

Bang Bang Tempe is a second location to it’s sister venue in San Diego. Our goal at Bang Bang is to provide an unforgettable dining experience that engages all of your senses. Our Asian fusion cuisine features a delectable range of fresh sushi and warm, flavorful dishes that will satisfy your tastebuds. To complement the culinary journey, live DJs play during dinner hours to transform the ambiance and set the perfect backdrop for a truly ecstatic experience. During the weekends, we encourage our guests to stay with us after dinner and enjoy our nightclub as well.

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Melissa

Dined on Oct 25, 2024

Food and service were amazing! Would definitely go back!

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