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- DDougLas Vegas •4 reviews4.0Dined 1 day agoFood was good. Would’ve expected more reliable sourcing for the price. More grass fed beef, Kerrygold butter, better quality salt, etc. Great variety on the menu though. If I weren’t trying to eat better quality ingredients, there would be several tasty options.More infoSteak 44Price: Expensive• Steakhouse• Central Phoenix•4.9
- VvenusNew York City •8 reviews4.0Dined 2 days agoGreat experience for my daughter’s college graduation. Although the scallop and risotto was a bit salty, the short ribs and fish was a big hit. Pricey to say the least but it was a special occasion. Thank you.More infoPYROPrice: Very Expensive• Japanese• Central Phoenix•4.7
- DDavidPhoenix / Arizona •1 review5.0Dined 2 days agoWe had a wonderful experience. The cocktails were so good and fitting for the holiday season. Our meals were excellent (chicken avocado salad and the turkey French dip). We also had the brie toast appetizer along with a side of the spicy rice. Everything was delicious. The service was very attentive but not over the top, thanks Leanna. We will dine there again.More infoThe Henry - PhoenixPrice: Moderate• American• Central Phoenix•4.8
- MMikeVIPPhoenix / Arizona •2 reviews5.0Dined 3 days agoWe thoroughly enjoyed our visit to Beckett's Table. The food was excellent!! My wife had the Beef Bourgogne Shepherd's Pie, so savory. I opted for the Osso Bucco, so tender and flavorful. They have a great wine list, though I only had a glass of Pinot and my wife had the Prosecco. Both were better than standard wine by the glass options. Our waiter handled the night perfectly, attentive, but not overly so. We will be back with wine friends so I can experience more of the wine list.More infoBeckett's TablePrice: Expensive• American• Central Phoenix•4.8
- TTomPhoenix / Arizona •2 reviews5.0Dined 5 days agoGreat time. Fantastic work by the server, very good food, fun atmosphere. Will be back ASAP.More infoThe Vig - ArcadiaPrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• Central Phoenix•4.7
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Frequently asked questions
The best reviewed restaurant in Central Phoenix is Buck and Rider
The best vegan restaurants in Central Phoenix are Gertrude's - Phoenix, Steak 44 and Quiessence at The Farm at South Mountain
The best vegetarian restaurants in Central Phoenix are Gertrude's - Phoenix, Rusconi's American Kitchen and The Henry - Phoenix
The restaurants with the best service in Central Phoenix are Royal Palms Holiday Banquet Buffet, Buck and Rider and Pita Jungle - Arcadia
The restaurants with the best ambiance in Central Phoenix are Royal Palms Holiday Banquet Buffet, Buck and Rider and Quiessence at The Farm at South Mountain