If I could have a bistro style restaurant on beck and call I think it would be The Spoon Cafe. We ventured out to the Northeast Scottsdale for breakfast on Sunday morning. It's located across the street from Mastro's, at Pinnacle Peak and North Pima.
It was definitely a quiet Sunday morning, only a few tables filled, but fit our relaxed, we're-not-completely-awake-give-me-coffee mood. The server was very friendly and knowledgable about the food. I ordered the Spanish Frittata and the hubby ordered the Croque Madame. The frittata was perfectly baked with green pepper, onion, tomato, cheese and a delicious garlicly basil pesto. I wanted to ask for a cup of the pesto on the side to eat with a spoon. The Croque Madame was basically an open face breakfast sandwich: grilled ciabata, grilled deli-sliced ham, cheese, tomato and topped with two sunny side up eggs. Every bite had a little of everything. Both were served with ranch potatoes and the frittata came with toast. Coffee was smooth and way better than any diner coffee I've had.
The rest of the menu from lunch to dinner looked intriging and something we will be back for. Dinner looked to have a good amount of Italian options including a Veal Ossobucco as well as specials like New York Strip and Coq a Vin. They have lunch box specials during the week with grilled paninis for $5.99.
The outdoor seating and bar looked like a great place to hang out on a pleasant evening with the front of store tarp rolled up, music playing and locals conversing. The decor is modern but comfortable. We can't wait to come back!