Was here for the opening. I like the ambiance, the outside patio is set up nicely, when you walk in you see the open kitchen and the bar in the back. I choose bar like always but will sit along the kitchen side next time.
They have a great selection of beers, wines and cocktails to partake in. The menu is clever and unique and pairs wines with each item. Great call as most Arizona diners are learning to be a bit more progressive.
Tried out four items. I'm such a pig. A. Curried cauliflower, beautiful dish. Needed a tad bit of salt but the flavors were fantastic. B. Short rib steak - not my favorite. I usually prefer a slower cooked short rib that melts the fat and falls apart. This was a tad chewy and lackluster. C. Grilled octopus - I would pass on this. The size of the octopus was large and it was served with a couple fingerling potatoes. No real sauce and not very tender. D. DESSERT! - they have a pastry they cook in the brick oven. I am spacing on the name. But it's apple my delicious! I alone at the whole dish. It's definitely going to bring me back.
All in all a good visit for a first day. Some small kinks but everyone was friendly and helpful and made for a great lunch. Nice to have more restaurants popping up in uptown.