Best Restaurants for Special Occasions in Fountain Hills / Rio Verde

Our first time here to celebrate my wife’s birthday. They are sticklers with your reservation time…no sooner, no later. The ambiance was like that of a movie set. They had a birthday card waiting on our table for my wife. The heaters were a nice balance to the outside air. Our waiter Solomon was charismatic, knowledgeable and offered great recommendations. Very impressed with the quality of food…bruschetta, short braised ribs and complimentary dessert for my wife’s birthday. We’ll definitely be coming back. Thank you for a delightful experience!!!

Best food in the valley with the exception of Steak 44. My wife and I have attended Casa Mia dozens of times and never had a bad meal or service! That says a lot and sets a very high standard that few restaurants can match.

Anniversary dinner and the entire staff was friendly, engaging, and professional. Our server (AJ) was outstanding in his attentiveness to our dining experience. The entree we selected were delivered in a timely manner, tasty, and arrived at the appropriate temperature. We were treated with excellent service and tasty meals. Great overall experience. Will return to Embers.

Over my 60 years, I’ve visited countless steakhouses, but this one stands out as the best by far. The staff was exceptionally attentive, working seamlessly as a team to provide outstanding service. While the drinks were on the pricier side, they were generously sized and well worth it. With at least four different team members tending to us, the experience felt incredibly polished. The steaks and sides were absolutely delicious—easily some of the best we’ve ever had. This might just be the finest restaurant we’ve ever visited.

A "one of it's kind" dining experience with a energetic vibe, excellent food and drinks, and a relaxed atmosphere when enjoying time with family and friends.