If you really know Phoenix then you've most likely visited this restaurant in the downtown area. Ive had the lunch and dinner experience here and found both to my liking. The soup and sandwich that I enjoyed for lunch was reasonably priced an flavorful. In fact I was somewhat supprised at the lunch value of this higher priced establishment. For dinner the fresh Snow Crab was a nice compliment to my Surf and Turf experience. The menu is large enough to satisfy a broad spectrum of palates. The entry through the kitchen from the rear of the restaurant is somewhat odd but this has been the way for many years and is unlikely to change. Some may enjoy this peek into the kitchen while others may find it somewhat disruptive to the formal dining experience. I enjoy this restaurant with its fresh food and decor from years past. Avoid this one if you are looking for a casual quiet evening as Durants is often packed throughout the evening. A couple cocktails at the bar, business meeting or a social dinner with friends is a more the feel here. Service is fantastic as many of the staff has remained for more than a decade.