Dick's Hideaway is adorable and charming, which is a rarity in Phoenix. As I walked into the restaurant, I immediately saw it as the kind of place that I could bring out of town guests to in an effort to convince them that unique, soulful restaurants can exist within strip malls.
We sat at the bar and ordered a beer and a glass of wine - good selection at reasonable prices. For our meals, we decided on the Chimayo Chicken and the Tamale Plate. Unfortunately, both were mediocre. The chicken was a little bland and sounded better on the menu than it tasted, which at $24 was annoying. The tamales were dry, although when we got some extra red chile to put on top, they improved a bit.
I still have high hopes for Dick's Hideaway, but I'll need to hunt to find the best menu items before bringing guests here: 3 stars