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| - At about 5:00 p.m. on a Saturday, our small group of four was trying to decide where to go for dinner after a visit to the Heard Museum, when I remembered that Chef Scott Conant's restaurant, Mora, had recently opened on 7th Street, south of Montebello, in Phoenix. Everyone agreed we should try it. Knowing we didn't have reservations, I had a backup plan, but it wasn't necessary. Because we arrived for an early dinner, they were able to accommodate us, but after that, Mora filled up quickly. I recommend reservations.
Our waiter was Mike and he did a great job. He was affable, courteous, and attentive without hovering and without those moments where you wonder if your waiter was simultaneously working at another restaurant because he can't be found. Mike did a good job of providing detail regarding various dishes. Observing Mike throughout our visit, it definitely appeared that Mike enjoys interacting with his customers; but he doesn't do it in an obnoxious way.
We ordered calamari frito, the pasta pomodoro with meatballs, fettuccine with mushrooms, and a margherita pizza. It was all excellent. We shared our food with each other and there was not one complaint about any of the dishes. A couple of us ordered the Sangria, which was refreshing considering the temperature outside was over 100 and it was humid. The pasta pomodoro is supposed to be the chef's signature dish and it was pretty special. The meatballs, a combination of pork and veal and fatty scraps from their prosciutto, were delicious; not dry, not too big, and resting - not bathed - in a tomato sauce that had some perfectly sized, small cuts of tomato. The pizza was very good; not great. It was above average and there was nothing to complain about. We were too full for dessert. Our bill was $98.72.
The atmosphere of the restaurant is nice. On one wall are blown up images, photos, used as wallpaper-like decor, which images are of various celebrities, including a still from the movie "Roman Holiday" showing Gregory Peck and Audrey Hepburn riding on a scooter. The seats were comfortable until near the end of our visit when the stiffness of the chairs could be felt as blood circulation to the legs started to wane for all of us. The outdoor patio looks nice; we'll have to return when the weather cools to try it out.
Given the summer monsoon weather, most of the male customers were wearing shorts and polo shirts; very few were dressed up beyond that level of attire. Most of the female customers' attire ranged from summer dresses to jeans to shorts while still looking stunning and feminine.
We recommend Mora and we'll return to try the meat and fish dishes. If I had been hungrier, I probably would have ordered the roast chicken. Overall, Mora is a good place to eat and enjoy good company.
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