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| - My friends and I came to check out Fat Ox during the most recent Arizona Restaurant Week, and had a fantastic experience. I arrived a few minutes before our 7:30 reservation and were seated immediately. Their wine list is extensive, and their tables are set with the biggest wine goblets I've ever seen. They have a small but interesting cocktail (or "oxtail") menu, and my Bulleits over Bordeaux was strong and delicious. The dishes here are small, but well plated and definitely well done. I had the burrata di bufala, short rib vaccinara, and gianduja frangelico tiramisu. Short ribs are my go to order at most restaurants, and the ones here did not disappoint. The dish here came with three medallion sized pieces, which were perfectly fork tender and came with the most delicious glaze. I also stole a couple bites of my friend's Gigli dish, and the pasta was absolutely amazing. I'm not sure if the portions were smaller due to restaurant week, and I personally left pretty full, but a bigger eater might be left wanting. The desserts here were standard, good but not mind blowing. My tiramisu was creamy and fluffy without being too sweet, though it came on a solid chocolate base that made it a little challenging to eat. I did appreciate that they had espresso options as well as French pressed coffee. Service overall was very attentive, and the employees all looked genuinely happy to be at work, which is a huge plus.
Note: the parking lot by Fat Ox is pretty small and fills up quickly, but there's usually ample space over by Fogo de Chao.
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