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The Keg Steakhouse + Bar - Desert Ridge
Price: Expensive•Steakhouse•4.7(6,480)The Keg Steakhouse + Bar serves the finest cuts of succulent steak, aged for tenderness and grilled to perfection. Prime Rib is a Keg specialty, slow roasted, hand carved and perfectly seasoned with special Keg spices. The restaurant also serves delicious seafood, memorable appetizers, crisp salads and decadent desserts. A casual ambiance and friendly, very knowledgeable staff are proud and reliable trademarks of The Keg Steakhouse + Bar. You'll find a truly comfortable and satisfying dining atmosphere accompanied by a fun and up-scale bar setting where guests can enjoy an excellent wine list, signature Keg martinis, and refreshing cocktails.
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If you'd rather enjoy around your own table, you can also place an order for takeout online and pickup curbside. Visit our website, or copy and paste this link: www.kegsteakhouse.com/en/takeout.BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse - Desert Ridge
Price: Moderate•American•4.6(289)Time counts at BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse. Since our humble beginnings back in 1978, we've continued to refine our brewhouse experience to make BJ's a place where you can make the most of any meal. We want BJ's to be a place where the moment you leave is the moment you plan on coming back. We pride ourselves in our craft and attention to detail. Our guests come here for our award-winning handcrafted beer. They come here for the Southern California twist we've put on the Chicago-style deep dish pizza. And they come here for our Pizookies®, our world-renowned dessert. But above all we know people come here to make their good times better. So in many ways we haven't just crafted a brand, but a mindset. And our guests are the reason for this. And it's because of them we're continually striving to make sure every moment they choose to spend with us counts. Welcome to BJ's, a restaurant with a Brewhouse soul.
Thirsty Lion – Desert Ridge, AZ
Price: Moderate•American•4.6(1,325)Scratch-kitchen that features globally inspired dishes with an emphasis on fresh, seasonal ingredients and bold flavors. At the bar, craft cocktails are made with fresh fruit purees, juices, and premium liquors, with a wide range of local craft beer, and a curated selection of wines. Enjoy lunch, dinner, daily happy hour, or weekend brunch while watching the game on one of the flat screens amidst an open kitchen, central bar, and a patio that soaks up the sun. Whether it’s a cozy dinner for two or lunch with the whole office, Thirsty Lion is the perfect destination for any party size, including large groups and events.Kembara
Price: Moderate•Asian•4.5(306)Kembara is the latest project from Chef Angelo Sosa that embraces Asian street food cultures, exemplifying the tradition of cherishing time-honored recipes, while also playfully innovating upon familiar flavors and techniques for fresh takes.
The menu is an homage to Chef Sosa’s travels across Asia, with inspiration drawn from countries including Thailand, Vietnam, Malaysia, Cambodia, China, Singapore and Japan.
Each dish is constructed around Chef Sosa’s concept of a “trinity of flavors”—a balance between sweet, sour and salty elements that culminate in a perfect bite of harmony.
Located inside of the JW Marriott Phoenix Desert Ridge Resort & Spa
Blue Agave Mexican Cantina
Price: Moderate•Mexican•4.3(227)The Blue Agave Mexican Cantina is a neighborhood restaurant in Phoenix, Arizona that combines the lively atmosphere of a Neighborhood Mexican Restaurant with the comforting flavors of traditional Mexican fare. Entree's include Ultimate Chimichanga, Fish Tacos, Pork Arrepas and more. The bar at Blue Agave Mexican Cantina serves specialty margaritas, such as the Cucumber Jalapeno Margarita, El Maestro( Top Shelf Margarita) and Blueberry sunrise. Guests can also enjoy a variety of beers, wines and other mixed drinks. If you like sports and night life we have 14 TV's for all your viewing pleasure and the bar is open late into the night.
The menu at Blue Agave Mexican Cantina is filled with all your favorite Mexican dishes, and each item is marked to indicate spiciness. Try the very spicy kettle carne to start, a jalapeno steak sandwich or the Oaxaca chicken tacos. Dishes such as enchiladas, burritos and nachos make it easy for everyone to find something to love.P.F. Chang's - Kierland
Price: Moderate•Chinese•4.5(427)We are an Asian & Chinese restaurant offering dine-in, takeout, to-go, delivery, and catering. Make a reservation online to dine in. Order Asian and Chinese food delivery, takeout, and catering online or through the P.F. Chang's mobile app. Let us cater the perfect feast for you - corporate office catering menus are also available. P.F. Chang's offers a variety of signature Asian, Thai, Korean, Japanese, Mongolian, and Chinese food dishes including Chicken Lettuce Wraps, Chicken Pad Thai, Signature Lo Mein, Fried Rice, Mongolian Beef, Chang's Spicy Chicken, and Pork and Shrimp Dumplings. Order online for sushi delivery and takeout. Many gluten-free and vegetarian menu items are available. Try our seasonal cocktails and seasonal menu items.
Jin Jia
Price: Expensive•Chinese•4.5(265)
Masterfully crafted, authentic Chinese cuisine with a modern twist.Barrio Queen - Desert Ridge Marketplace
Price: Moderate•Mexican•4.4(323)Barrio Queen is the best restaurant in Phoenix for authentic Mexican food and craft cocktails. Our food pays homage to history and culture by serving fresh, authentic Mexican cuisine using traditional recipes from barrios throughout Mexico. Our extensive tequila and mezcal list set the stage for our array of fun, flavorful drinks. Each has a personality all its own! Inside our locations, the Día de los Muertos decor creates an energetic and social atmosphere that allows you to detach and enjoy your unique, memorable dining experience.
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- KKimVIPPhiladelphia County •21 reviews5.0Dined 1 day agoVery unusual ingredient combinations that worked beautifully.More infoTía Carmen - PhoenixPrice: Expensive• Southwest• Desert Ridge•4.6
- EEricPhoenix / Arizona •1 review5.0Dined 5 days agoWe love coming to Dominick’s for a great environment and great food. Our server Nick was terrific and made our Anniversary date even more special.More infoDominick's SteakhousePrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• Scottsdale Quarter/Kierland Commons•4.9
- DADougAPhoenix / Arizona •7 reviews5.0Dined 6 days agoManager made my wedding proposal at our favorite restaurant memorable and perfect!More infoThe Keg Steakhouse + Bar - Desert RidgePrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• Desert Ridge•4.7
- AAprilPhoenix / Arizona •1 review5.0Dined 7 days agoEverything was amazing. From the moment we walked in until we left after we paid our bill. Everything was phenomenal. The service was outstanding and the calamari was the best we've ever had.More infoOcean Prime - PhoenixPrice: Very Expensive• Seafood• North Scottsdale•4.8
- GGaryVIPPortland / Oregon •16 reviews4.0Dined on May 31, 2025Second time there and still great sushi, miso soup so good, and the fish is always freshMore infoNori SushiPrice: Expensive• Sushi• Desert Ridge•4.1
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This city was founded only in 1991, and it has grown significantly in the years since with many prominent corporations and medical centers setting up shop in town. One excellent option in local fine dining is a French eatery featuring authentic choices like bouillabaisse. American steakhouses are also very popular in the region with a laid-back atmosphere to accompany excellent cuts of meat. Thick slabs of organic Angus beef are some of the biggest sellers in Desert Ridge. For another flavor of Desert Ridge, Mexican restaurants offer authentic favorites and local specialties served with cold strawberry daiquiris and big plates of nachos.
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