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The Desert Oasis / The Artichoke Grill

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Address:
9000 E. Chaparral Rd.
Scottsdale, AZ 85256

Neighborhood:
Scottsdale

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Cuisine:
Contemporary American

Price: $30 and under

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The Desert Oasis / The Artichoke Grill Details

Dining Style: Casual Elegant
Website: http://scottsdalecc.edu/culinary
Phone: (480) 423-6284
Hours of Operation: Lunch: Tuesday - Friday: 11:30am - 1:00pm; Dinner: Wednesday - Friday: 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Payment Options: Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Cuisine: Contemporary American
Executive Chef: Dominic O'Neill
Dress Code: Business Casual
Accepts Walk-Ins: Yes
Additional Details: Non-Smoking Restaurant, Wheelchair Access
Private Party Facilities: Our restaurants are able to accommodate private parties from 40 to 80 and reservations may be made by calling 480-423-6284.
Private Party Contact: Marilyn Hawkes (480) 423-6284

Getting there

Parking: Public Lot
Parking Details: The college is located on the northeast corner of Chaparral Road and the 101 freeway. Parking is found by taking the 4th entrance into the college, taking an immediate right onto the loop road into parking lot H. Our building is Applied Science, located on the west side of that lot and entrance to the dining rooms is from the north.

A word from The Desert Oasis / The Artichoke Grill

The Culinary Arts Department at Scottsdale Community College proudly operates two restaurants in which our student chefs create and serve the best in culinary fare.…

The Artichoke Grill is open for lunch Tuesday through Friday, serving fabulous a la carte meals that include soups, salads, sandwiches, grill items and desserts.

The Desert Oasis dining room provides our guests outstanding five course dinners, Wednesday through Friday. Menus change weekly and can be viewed on our web site, www.scottsdalecc.edu/culinaryContinued

The Desert Oasis / The Artichoke Grill

4.5

55 $30 and under restaurant

Awards voted by OpenTable diners

Diners' Choice WinnerBest Overall
Diners' Choice WinnerGreat for Lunch
Diners' Choice WinnerPhoenix / Scottsdale

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45 Current Reviews

Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews

Overall

(Outstanding) 4.6 / 5

Food

(Outstanding) 4.5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 4.2 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 4.2 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

45 Current Reviews

Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews

Overall

(Outstanding) 4.6 / 5

Food

(Outstanding) 4.5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 4.2 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 4.2 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

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Diners classify this restaurant as:

fit for foodies(24)
special occasion(19)
great for lunch(18)

good for groups(17)
neighborhood gem(16)
romantic(8)

Current OpenTable.com Diner Reviews (45)

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

A great discovery

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 04/12/2012

2012

Dined on 04/12/2012

2012

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Good) 3 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"I think the Artichoke Grill is EXCELLENT and I now go there as often as I can. I have started to invite people there when I have lunch meetings so more people will know about it. Everyone I bring has nice things to say. The food is always great (very rarely is there a blip) and the prices are fabulous. The manager is super nice and always makes sure things have gone well.

The chicken wellington, the vegetables with potatoes, and the hot and cold peach soup are among my favorites. All the deserts are JUST FABULOUS!

I wish the hours were longer ... say 11:00 to 1:00."

Dined on 04/12/2012

2012

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, special occasion, great for lunch

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Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

We enjoy dining at this culinary

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 04/06/2012

2011

Dined on 04/06/2012

2011

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Good) 3 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"We enjoy dining at this culinary arts school restaurant as we try new foods, with almost always a good result. This year the portions even seemed larger, as we all went home quite full and happy. Note that alcohol is not served here."

Dined on 04/06/2012

2011

Special Features: special occasion

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Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Best Value in the Valley

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 03/22/2012

2010

Dined on 03/22/2012

2010

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Food beautifully artistic and very good. The service was excellent accompanied with a professional ambiance. This was such an exceptional experience and at a fantastic price! Best kept secret in the Valley."

Dined on 03/22/2012

2010

Special Features: good for groups, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch

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Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

We weren't sure what to expect

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Dined on 02/29/2012

2007

Dined on 02/29/2012

2007

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"We weren't sure what to expect but were pleasantly surprised. We all ordered different things so we could try it all and honestly, every course was very good and the presentation of each course was beautiful. My favorite course was the red and yellow pepper soup...the best I've had in a long time as far as soups. The beans in the pork dish we're the only unpleasant part of all the courses. The beans were under cooked but the rest was great. Service was very pleasant and knowledgable."

Dined on 02/29/2012

2007

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, kid-friendly, great for lunch

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Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

nice effort by the students @ SCC.

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 02/23/2012

2006

Dined on 02/23/2012

2006

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Good) 3 / 5

Ambiance

(Fair) 2 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"enjoyed our experience at the Desert Oasis. Our meals were good for the most part. Service was uneven, but the courses came in good succession. My red snapper was excellent and I really liked the caesar salad. However,my dinner partner was less enthusiastic about his meal. We might return for another go around."

Dined on 02/23/2012

2006

Special Features: good for groups

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Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Wonderfull place to bring

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 02/17/2012

2012

Dined on 02/17/2012

2012

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Wonderfull place to bring family to reconnect and enjoy beautifully prepared food in a warm and inviting atmosphere."

Dined on 02/17/2012

2012

Special Features: neighborhood gem, special occasion

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Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

This place is ALWAYS good,

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 02/16/2012

2007

Dined on 02/16/2012

2007

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"This place is ALWAYS good, but the menu on this visit was outstanding. Of course the servers and chefs are delightful. We had out-of-towners with us who were there for the first time...they LOVED it."

Dined on 02/16/2012

2007

Special Features: good for groups, special occasion

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Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Delicious cinnamon roll to

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 02/15/2012

2012

Dined on 02/15/2012

2012

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"Delicious cinnamon roll to start. Please make some vegan options besides the lettuce rolls."

Dined on 02/15/2012

2012

Special Features: fit for foodies

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Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Support the Students

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 02/10/2012

2009

Dined on 02/10/2012

2009

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"Sometimes it's perfect, sometimes it's not quite, but it's always a good value. And, of course, by dining here you're helping launch the careers of the next generation of chefs."

Dined on 02/10/2012

2009

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, great for lunch

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Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

WE have been going to the

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 02/10/2012

2011

Dined on 02/10/2012

2011

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"WE have been going to the Artichoke Grill for years. Our February 10th food experience was the best ever. Well presented and incredibly delicious! Our server tended to get plates mixed up which detracted a little from the overall excellent experience.Our guest were surprised with the overall quality as this was their first visit. I am sure they will be back, as we will."