Best Open Kitchen Restaurants in Central Phoenix

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1. SumoMaya Mexican-Asian Kitchen

4.7

Exceptional(4502)

Price: Expensive

• Mexican • Central Scottsdale

Booked 75 times today

Sumomaya - Scottsdale's Premier Mexican-Asian Fusion Cuisine Experience a vibrant culinary adventure at Sumomaya, Scottsdale's top spot for Mexican-Asian fusion cuisine. Located in the heart of Arizona's most dynamic city, Sumomaya blends the bold flavors of Latin America with the exquisite traditions of Asian cuisine for a truly unique dining experience. Our innovative menu features expertly crafted dishes that delight your taste buds, from tantalizing tacos and sizzling stir-fries to succulent sushi and vibrant ceviches. We use only the freshest ingredients, sourcing locally whenever possible to ensure the highest quality. Whether you're here for a casual lunch, special dinner, or festive celebration, Sumomaya's warm atmosphere and decor inspired by Mexico and Asia provide the perfect setting for an unforgettable meal.

2. PYRO

4.7

Exceptional(742)

Price: Very Expensive

• Japanese • Central Phoenix

Booked 61 times today

At Pyro, our obsession goes beyond the flame. With each spark from our wood burning hearth, we ignite the energy that flows through the doors and into your senses. Our diverse menu walks a fine line between Japanese Izakaya and American Bistro, and our chefs prepare dishes using open flame, live-fire cooking that allows the enhanced natural flavors of the ingredients to shine through. A refined yet inviting atmosphere is paralleled with a lush exterior patio, just as an elevated dining experience is matched with an intentionally energetic cocktail bar where the vibe flows through each pour and each beat of music. Flame-licked steaks and intoxicating energy will leave you yearning for a taste of more at Pyro.

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3. Christopher's at Wrigley Mansion

4.9

Exceptional(76)

Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary French • Biltmore

Booked 7 times today

Chef Christopher Gross, a James Beard Award winner, is among the top chefs in the U.S. His accolades include the Robert Mondavi Culinary Award of Excellence, being named one of America's 10 Best New Chefs by Food & Wine Magazine, and an 18/20 rating by Gayot.Juxtaposed against the historic Wrigley Mansion, Christopher’s is a modern glass-and-steel gem featuring Chef Gross's creative weekend Tasting and weekday Classics menus. Perched atop a hill, the restaurant offers stunning city and mountain views from every table, an intimate dining room adorned with local art, and an open kitchen centered around a wood-fired grill. With a lively chef’s counter and open-air patio, Chef Christopher and his team not only cook but also serve, providing a fresh, ever-changing menu that delivers a unique and unforgettable hospitality experience.

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4. True Food Kitchen - Biltmore

4.7

Exceptional(1941)

Price: Moderate

• American • Biltmore

Booked 30 times today

True Food Kitchen is a chef-driven restaurant and scratch bar that was founded by Dr. Andrew Weil, the pioneer of integrative medicine, to provide food that tastes great and is good for you. At our table, delicious dining and conscious nutrition go hand in hand, without sacrificing flavor, creativity or indulgence. Our expertly trained chefs craft flavor-forward dishes, handcrafted cocktails and freshly pressed refreshers so you can enjoy epic food experiences that aren’t just good for you, but good to you. Join us in Phoenix for lunch, dinner, or weekend brunch. Located on the south side Biltmore Fashion Park, next to Ralph Lauren. Entrance from Camelback Road, use center parking lot. New flavors, new combinations, new obsessions. Come see us for something completely new and delicious.

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5. Culinary Dropout at the Yard - Phoenix

4.7

Exceptional(2003)

Price: Moderate

• American • North Central Phoenix

Booked 22 times today

At Culinary Dropout, raise your glass to friends coming together. A place where food and music are life. Join us at happy hour for ice cold beer and our famous soft pretzels with provolone fondue. At dinner, a signature cocktail and slow braised 36-hour pork ribs are a perfect pair. While you and your crew enjoy damn good food and drinks, a local band plays live for great vibes. Come hang out and stay a while.

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6. Roaring Fork - Scottsdale

4.7

Exceptional(5703)

Price: Expensive

• American • Old Town Scottsdale

Booked 59 times today

Roaring Fork is an American Western Bistro. We utilize a combination of ingredients indigenous to the American West and locally grown, including produce, to capture the 'spirit' of the west. The restaurant offers a comfortable, laid back environment that includes friendly professional service and the highest quality food. A great deal of attention is paid in creating the recipes and always using ingredients that are found in the American West. Western cuisine is not a ceremony; it's a celebration! The robust flavors and the courage to try something different is what we are all about. We would like to invite everyone to experience our 'spirit' while enjoying our food and hospitality.

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7. the larder & the delta

4.6

Exceptional(114)

Price: Very Expensive

• Southern • Central Phoenix

Booked 1 time today

The larder & the delta, located in the heart of Phoenix, AZ, offering an exceptional dining experience that combines southern culinary traditions with a modern twist. Situated at 2320 E. Osborn Rd., this top Phoenix restaurant, led by Chef Stephen Jones, features a renowned 12-course tasting menu crafted from fresh, locally sourced ingredients once on Thursdays and with multiple seatings available on Fridays and Saturdays. Join us Wednesdays for Breaking Break, a shorter Family Style dinner featuring some of our favorites, guests can also savor a delectable Sunday brunch once a month. Along with a carefully curated bar menu and wine list, Chef Stephen Jones is providing a diverse culinary journey.

8. Beginner’s Luck

4.7

Exceptional(138)

Price: Moderate

• American • Old Town Scottsdale

Booked 4 times today

Sister restaurant to Citizen Public House and The Gladly, this newly opened all-day dining hangout is located in the heart of buzzy & walkable Old Town Scottsdale. Tucked in from Main Street, Beginner's Luck has a charming patio perfect for leisurely dining, and an intimate indoor dining room with it's open kitchen. Diners love the critically acclaimed dishes on the comforty brunch, happy hour, and dinner menus. Sip beverages from local specialty coffee, to craft cocktails and wines. Reservations recommended for dinner service. Walk-in availability only for brunch and lunch.

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9. Il Bosco - Roosevelt Row

4.9

Exceptional(20)

Price: Moderate

• Pizzeria • Downtown Phoenix

Booked 3 times today

Enjoy a taste of original wood fire pizza from Italy right here in the historic and famous Roosevelt Row in downtown Phoenix. Our menu is curated by our very own Pizziaolo, Chef Chris . All dough and ingredients prepared fresh daily to excite your taste buds from one of the most popular pizzerias in Phoenix and Scottsdale since 2012. Try our house signature pizza, our Valentina, specially blended red sauce, perfectly cupped pepperoni, Calabrian chile, fresh mozzarella and finished with our locally source hoeny. Truly and experience you will tell everyone about. Voted 1, 2 and 3 over the last 6 years as the best pizzeria in Arizona. Voted number 1 on the Wizard of Za's top 100 list 5 out of last 6 years. Voted People Choice top 3 in Phoenix twice in four years. This little spot is a spot out of old Italy. Inside is small, yet robust with character and highlighted with our open kitchen atmosphere. Come experience this charming pizza destination spot.

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10. Pita Jungle - Arcadia

4.5

Awesome(14)

Price: Moderate

• Mediterranean • Central Phoenix

It’s here at Pita Jungle where healthfulness and well-being meet with taste and fun.Global cuisine materializes through the Mediterranean Diet to culminate in a beautiful assortment of delicious plates that satisfy the vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free as well as the protein “lovers”.Every store is designed to embrace its own neighborhood boasts a different look and feel to highlight a vibrant experience that could be complemented by our boutique wines, craft beers or hand-crafted cocktails. Not forgetting our award-winning kid’s menu.

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TashaVIP
San Francisco Bay Area •34 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Food was great and super quick to come out, all the dishes were delicious and plated very nicely. The place is stylish and the ambiance is upbeat, trendy and bustling. The cocktails are creative and delicious. A real stand out was our server - Naomi, she was fantastic - super friendly, had great suggestions and just an overall awesome vibe. Huge thank you for taking note of my friend’s birthday - great time dining with you guys
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SumoMaya Mexican-Asian KitchenPrice: Expensive• Mexican• Central Scottsdale
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4.7
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GillianVIP
Phoenix / Arizona •17 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
This was our first time here and WOW!!! Wow, wow, wow! This restaurant is stunning! The service was fantastic. Pyro was a vibe and was a packed house. The food was outstanding. The tuna tataki was the perfect balance of fresh fish and flavor. Do NOT miss out on the short rib skewers….OMG so delicious. Asian salad was so light and flavorful…..just YUMMM. The filet mignon with mushrooms was delectable, and the tomahawk was absolutely incredible. We will be back soon!!
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PYROPrice: Very Expensive• Japanese• Central Phoenix
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4.7
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EileenVIP
Phoenix / Arizona •30 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Christophers was the perfect place to celebrate our anniversary. Beautiful views of the valley, spectacular presentation of the food, well paired wines, and a friendly and attentive team of servers. Be prepared to pay for all of it - with your reservation. Will be back again!
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Christopher's at Wrigley MansionPrice: Very Expensive• Contemporary French• Biltmore
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4.9
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MarenVIP
Chicago / Illinois •13 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Love this place for the drinks, good eats and fun games….love the space. The waitress was very kind but the wait was long for service.
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Culinary Dropout at the Yard - PhoenixPrice: Moderate• American• North Central Phoenix
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4.7
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Stephen
Phoenix / Arizona •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on 25 Dec 2024
This was my second time visiting the Biltmore location. I enjoyed the first so much with my daughter that when my mother flew out for the holidays, I brought her. I requested to be seated in Drew's section since she was great last time. She didn't disappoint. Great service. I had the Chicken Parm, and enjoyed it. I live in Arizona City, so it's a 60 mile drive. So for me to drive 60 miles for dinner, I had to be impressed.
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True Food Kitchen - BiltmorePrice: Moderate• American• Biltmore
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4.7

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19 restaurants available nearby

1. SumoMaya Mexican-Asian Kitchen

2. PYRO

3. Christopher's at Wrigley Mansion

4. True Food Kitchen - Biltmore

5. Culinary Dropout at the Yard - Phoenix

6. Roaring Fork - Scottsdale

7. the larder & the delta

8. Beginner’s Luck

9. Il Bosco - Roosevelt Row

10. Pita Jungle - Arcadia

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