I LOVED this place. The decor was beautiful. I am so happy NOT TOO SEE any hints of Tuscan designs (like so many places do in Scottsdale). Oh, I can't say enough good things about this place. They even have a Jazz club upstairs. I felt like I was in San Francisco when I entered.
When dining in the restaurant I loved the surrounds - I felt like I was in Santa Monica or Malibu, CA. I give major props to the interior decorator. The food was amazing. Risotto as good as Hal's in Venice - Steak was great. Service wonderful. The menu was diffinately for foodie's (think San Francisco) NOT for yahoo's - Scottsdale people may have money but not the most sophisicated - money doesn't buy taste (sorry just what I have observed by too many of the people I have met) I have also met some great people here including my husband who is born and raised here!
It made me sad not to see this place packed as the food is as good as Element's (my fav spot) MUCH better than T Cooks (that place is SO overated). I would say I liked it better than Elements due to the large portions. Sorry Beau of Elements - I think the portions are too small.
If they wanted to make changes - I would add some music over a sound system - nothing too "cluby" maybe even French lounge type music (perhaps a DJ - Peabody comes to mind). I would also do some kind of Happy Hour at reduced prices to create a buzz so word can get out. I REALLY want this place to suceed. I think it was great! They nailed it on so many levels. If they are going to make some major changes which I don't think they should - I would suguest the powers that be go to Boa Steakhouse in Santa Monica and get inspired by there amazing menu. I would also check out Ago in LA - and try to create there seafood risotto.
There cocktail menu was so extensive and wonderful. Go to this place - it is worth the prices and them some!