Best Lunch Restaurants in Gilbert

I recently dined at High Tide Seafood Bar, and two dishes absolutely stood out—the Tide Roast and the Seared Scallops. The Tide Roast is a seafood lover’s dream. Served sizzling hot, it’s a rich, flavorful mix of perfectly cooked shellfish—shrimp, mussels, and clams—simmered in a buttery white wine broth with garlic and herbs. The broth is so good you'll want to soak up every drop with their crusty bread. It’s hearty without being heavy, and the freshness of the seafood really shines through. The Seared Scallops were equally impressive. Cooked to a golden crust on the outside while remaining tender and buttery on the inside, they were paired with a light, citrusy sauce that brought out their natural sweetness. The presentation was elegant and the portion satisfying. Our experience at High Tide was even better thanks to our amazing waitress Shizuka. From the moment we were seated, she was welcoming, knowledgeable, and attentive without ever hovering. She had great menu recommendations—especially pointing us toward the Tide Roast and Seared Scallops, which turned out to be the highlights of the meal. She anticipated our needs, kept our drinks full, and checked in just enough to make sure we had everything we needed without interrupting our conversation. What stood out most was her warm attitude and genuine care for the dining experience. It’s clear she takes pride in her work and in representing the restaurant well. Service like that makes a big difference—and it's the kind that brings customers back.

Our server was lovely, giving us plenty of time to chat. over cocktails. We ordered from the "all day brunch" menu and started with the Baja Stone Crab Cakes, which were delicious. Our entree came out quickly, so not much time to enjoy the appetizer took home leftovers. My friend enjoyed the shrimp tacos and I loved the short rib/potato bake with eggs. Dessert was key lime pie with a white chocolate feather garnish. A wonderful dining experience.

Aleays great foof and great service in an outstanding venue.

Great service. We had a group of 10 with split checks all spread out across the table and ordered more items at random times. Our waitress kept up with everything, every order correct and never made us feel like we were being difficult. Food was great!

Thirsty Lion did not disappoint. The food and service were excellent.