The Compound Grill was a big surprise for me. Generally I shy away from restaurants in big strip malls and restaurants in North Scottsdale. So a restauraunt in a giant strip mall in North Scottsdale?
First, there was live music playing while we ate. We arrived early so there was no cover charge. Just some nice background music while we dined.
Second, the menu was great. LOTS of stuff for those of us who enjoy a healthy meal. I had mahi mahi with roasted vegetables and a big side salad, all for 16 bucks. Most of the other options looked good too.
Third, they did a great job redecorating. If it wouldn't have been pointed out, I never would have known it used to be a Black Angus.
One drawback - in between the patio and the stage were large screen TV's, and they were all turned on, and I don't like watching TV on Saturday nights.