We've been coming here a few times each month since it opened. Because we are regulars, nearly all the servers recognize us and it is a great feeling to know you are among friends and are appreciated in a restaurant. We have been ignored by some of the most professional servers in the finest restaurants in the world - at ten times the price. So we value our experiences at Roka. We also love they are on Opentable.com so we get our points. The bar is wonderfully comfortable when it's not too crowded. The food is consistently good and well presented. Things move a bit slower when you have diners who have not been to the restaurant before and the servers have to explain every nuance of the place. Despite that, the set-up is appealing, giving diners the option of the Sushi Bar or real dining tables. Great for groups. A fun experience. The servers are professional and cordial. Parking can be a bit challenging but going outside normal dining times can prevent those issues.
Please dress appropriately. Tank tops and flip flops are NOT appropriate attire for this restaurant. This is Scottsdale and resort chic is appreciated. If you look as if you just came from the pool, you are not adequately dressed.
Otherwise, don't miss Roka Akor. The vast menu is outstanding - nearly everything on the menu is worth having more than once. If you have the Chicken Teriyaki, ask them to remove the skin and slice it down the middle for bite-size eating, particularly if you are using chopsticks. Otherwise, it is difficult to manage.