American Restaurants
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Zest is a unique gem of a neighborhood restaurant, a cross between upscale elegance and casual friendliness. Husband-and-wife team Charles Seo and Lee Jun offer an innovative menu peppered with truly unique, eclectic, and flavorful dishes. Grilled scallops are prepared with Jerk seasoning and tomatillo chipotle tartar sauce, a lamb shank is wrapped in grape leaves and braised in a Syrah tomato sauce with goat-cheese cream sauce, and a consistently raved-about pork chop is flattened, breaded with Panko and served with a cranberry orange chutney. The setting is as refreshingly eclectic as the cuisine, with a laid-back loft-like vibe that …
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As part of the Wigman Golf Resort and Spa, Red’s Steakhouse was named after the property’s honorable longest tenured golf professional, Red Allen, whose photos grace the walls, as well as historic memorabilia. The restaurant follows the classy yet comfortable them of the dreamy resort. Chef De Cuisine, Michael Scott prepares authentic Arizona style American cuisine, from southwestern skillets to prime rib, seafood, steaks, chops and burgers. Ample seating options, live entertainment, happy hour, and special offers like Prime Rib Night buffet and Martinis & Manicures keep locals and guests intrigued and coming back for more!
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Portland’s proverbial mantel has been stacked high with awards for years: “Best Upscale Casual Dining 2005” and Phoenix Magazine’s “Best 50 Dishes” are only a couple of the distinctions it has received. This contemporary American cuisine hot-spot shines with the sophistication and charm of its smart décor, and the refined imagination of its menu. Most French fries are simply cut potato wedges – Portland’s are award-winning reasons to visit. Similarly, dishes like the Salmon Salad and the Eggplant Napoleon are savory reminders that truly wonderful and unpretentious food still exists. The icing on this culinary cake may just be Portland’s …
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Customary details allow McCormick and Schmick’s to maintain a classic aura and appeal that translates both through the décor and menu. Handcrafted mahogany woodwork, stained glass features, English racing-car-green carpeting, brass fixtures, and Tiffany-style lamps all contribute to the traditional sophistication this restaurant prides itself for. The cigar-friendly bar is a fine place to enjoy a classic cocktail or scotch, and The Rockefeller Room is a great fit for large parties. Six “snugs” provide private booths in the main dining room that comfortably seat six, where guests may enjoy menu favorites like the Raw Oyster Bar selection and the Main …
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Warm, familiar, and welcoming, Cheuvront Restaurant and Wine Bar provides a down-to-earth environment to enjoy an unworldly array of hand-selected wines, artisan cheeses, and gourmet cuisine. Located in the heart of Phoenix, this eclectic restaurant is not only a Wine Spectator Award of Excellence recipient, but has also won the Best Cheese Selection Award three years in a row from New Times Best of Phoenix. Over forty fresh varieties of cheese are flown in each week from around the world, and diners may delight in the seasonally fresh menu that boasts comforting dishes like the Butternut Squash Mac and Cheese.
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This business has closed permanently.