Looking to satisfy your appetite for New American fare?
Hoodline crunched the numbers to find the best high-end New American restaurants around Phoenix, using both Yelp data and our own secret sauce to produce a ranked list of where to venture when cravings strike.
1. Geordie's Steak
Topping the list is Geordie's Steak. Located at 2501 E. Telawa Triangle in Camelback East, the New American and breakfast and brunch spot is the highest-rated high-end New American restaurant in Phoenix, boasting four stars out of 69 reviews on Yelp.
Yelper Natasha A., who reviewed Geordie's Steak on Oct. 15, wrote, "Geordie's is the restaurant inside of the Wrigley Mansion. We thoroughly enjoyed our lunch here after our tour of the Wrigley Mansion!... Service was friendly and the views are great! Definitely reserve a seat by the window!"
Valerie D. noted, "My parents were in town and we decided to go on the tour of the mansion followed by lunch after hearing great things... The views of the city from the windows are breathtaking. I would love to see it at sunset. We will definitely be back for a special occasion."
2. Hillstone Restaurant
Next up is Camelback East's Hillstone Restaurant, situated at 2650 E. Camelback Road. It's a location of the national chain. With four stars out of 804 reviews on Yelp, the sushi bar and New American spot has proven to be a local favorite for those looking to indulge.
If you're curious for more, we found these details about Hillstone Restaurant.
"Our new name recognizes the fact that Houston's in Phoenix has been a flagship restaurant for Hillstone Restaurant Group, since 2010," per the history section of the business's Yelp profile. "All of the qualities which define Houston's — genuine hospitality, simple dishes exceptionally prepared, and attentive service — will remain as the foundation of Hillstone. We have been a family-owned and operated collection of restaurants since our inception in 1976, and you may rest assured that many of your Houston's favorites will remain on our Hillstone menu."
As to what the business is known for, "Our menu of diverse American classics lets the quality of ingredients take center stage," it states on Yelp in the section explaining specialties. "At Hillstone in Phoenix we work closely with local farmers and purveyors to ensure the produce, meat, fish and chicken are of the highest standard. Relax in one of our intimate booths or enjoy cocktails in our patio."
3. Binkley's Restaurant
Camelback East's Binkley's Restaurant, located at 2320 E. Osborn Road, is another top choice, with Yelpers giving the fancy bar and New American spot five stars out of 79 reviews.
The site can tell you a thing or two more about Binkley's Restaurant.
"The dining experience at Binkley's Restaurant will take you through different sections of the restaurant — from the garden and patio to communal dining inside the house at the bar and then to your own table in the inviting and attractive dining room," it states on Yelp in the section highlighting specialties. The dining room might be thought of as an extension of Chef Binkley's home and kitchen, and the warm, intimate ambiance is intended to be both welcoming and relaxing."
4. Restaurant Progress
Restaurant Progress, a bar and New American spot in Encanto, is another much-loved, pricey go-to, with 4.5 stars out of 195 Yelp reviews. Head over to 702 W. Montecito Ave. to see for yourself.
Yelper Ryen B., who reviewed Restaurant Progress on Sept. 18, wrote, "Everything we ordered was delish: bread & buratta, hamachi and avocado with tiny orange slivers, watermelon in a soy dressing with sunflower sprouts, thin sliced zucchini with goat cheese. Each dish unique, beautiful and tasty."
And Halle M. added, "I honestly can't say enough good things about Restaurant Progress. My fiance and I went there last night for our anniversary, and everything from the ambiance, food and cocktail list were amazing."
5. Tarbell's
Finally, over in Camelback East, check out Tarbell's, which has earned four stars out of 405 reviews on Yelp. Treat yourself at the wine bar and New American spot, which offers desserts and more, by heading over to 3213 E. Camelback Road.
We turned there to learn more about Tarbell's.
"Tarbell's serves an American seasonal cuisine with organic produce, fresh seafood, the finest meats and poultry and an award-winning wine list," the business notes in the history section of its Yelp profile. "Tarbell's is a Zagat "Top Ten" and a Food & Wine magazine "Best Restaurant". The managers and staff are a cast of dedicated culinary and service professionals who bring delicious elegance to a comfortable neighborhood restaurant."
Regarding signature items, "Organic, locally grown ingredients, fish, steaks, salads, house-made pasta" it notes on Yelp in the section about specialties.
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