We were in downtown Phoenix. I had purchased tickets for a nearby show and we decided to try the Compass Arizona Grill for our evening meal. The Compass was located on top of the Hyatt Regency and provided a 360 degree view of the Valley .... in what I understand to be the only revolving roof-top restaurant in Arizona.
Our visit to the Compass was on a Friday night about 6:00 pm, just after the Thursday Thanksgiving holiday. The place was not that busy but it was early and most folks were probably full & at home (& not ready to go out for dinner) after the big meal many had the day before.
After getting off the elevator, we were quickly shown to our table that was next to a window ...... that provided a specular view of the city. We did not know much about this place when making reservations. It took us a few minutes to notice that the view outside was changing due to the slow rotation. What a great visual perspective this venue provides. We later learn that it takes just over 1 hour to complete one revolution letting you enjoy so much of the Phoenix area during that period.
The wait staff was very good - professional and efficient. I appreciated the way the various servers covered for one another to help ensure every tables' needs were met quickly.
We started with wine and sparkling water. I chose a B.R.Cohn Cabernet from Kenwood, CA and my best friend ordered a Franciscan Napa Chardonnay. Our salads choices were the same - the Southwest Caesar with Heirloom Tomato, Manchego and Noble Cumin Croutons. Very nice variation on the traditional Caesar - I liked it a lot. The small (versus large) portion salad was most generous.
For the main meal, my wife ordered the Braised Lamb Shank which she liked .... Even the corn polenta and she is typically not a polenta fan. My salmon was disappointing. It was very much over cooked, consequently dry and the crust fell off the fish as it was served. We did not have time to return it to the kitchen (but I should have at least complained). Anyway, I would not recommend the fish --- based on this one experience.
We opted for expresso and brandy ... for dessert. A triple shot kept me going for the evening.