This was a stop on the East Valley Friday Nights tour (#evfn).
Have to say, the seafood chowder was spectacular. A cup of spicy goodness second to none. I also indulged in the fried clam platter, that included french fries and a delightful vinegary (not mayo-ey) cole slaw.
Service was *very* good, especially considering we were a relatively large group asking for the dreaded separate checks that so many establishments seem to forbid. Not so at the Sign of the Whale.
Owner Bruce was there, and told us the meaning of the name. A very nice guy that obviously takes his restaurant business seriously.
Nice atmosphere, great food, decent beer selection. The only thing keeping this place form getting a coveted fifth star is it was uncomfortably warm. In defense of the establishment, this was the early evening in Phoenix in July and is was like 187 degrees outside. They cranked the AC down, but it couldn't keep up.
Need to take a trip back for the burgers. They looked and smelled fantastic.
Burgers and chowder? Yup.