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Diners' Choice: Contemporary American restaurants in Phoenix

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Updated December 05, 2024

Looking for restaurants with the best overall Contemporary American cuisine in Phoenix? You’re in the right place. Each month OpenTable analyzes more than 400,000 new diner reviews. We sort the results by category to help you discover new favorites. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!


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Rusconi's American Kitchen
4.9
4.9 (5346)
$30 and under
Contemporary American
Central Phoenix
About the restaurant
Rusconi’s American Kitchen offers a menu created by Arizona Food Pioneer Award Winning Chef Michael Rusconi. Chef Rusconis Contemporary American cuisine showcases strong local influences featuring a wood burning grill with an abundance of affordable items, bringing sophisticated and accessible fare to Valley restaurant goers. Chef Rusconi's menu frequently evolves and is reflective of the season. Expect a wide variety of your favorite dishes uniquely enhanced with ingredients native to the region. The signature menu items are cooked to perfection to create a savory and aromatic flavor profile you can only experience at Rusconi's American Kitchen. Come and visit us relax and & Enjoy the Moment.
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Susan
Dined 3 days ago
It is always a wonderful experience dining Rusconi's.
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Natural Sea Scallops
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Anhelo
4.9
4.9 (985)
$50 and over
Contemporary American
Old Town Scottsdale
About the restaurant
We believe a dinner over amazing food should be an experience that brings people together. The desire to produce lifelong memories over a meal comprised of locally sourced (when possible) seasonal ingredients coupled with an internationally recognized wine program rarely seen in the US - excites us. These delectable dishes that are meant to be shared with family and friends is the conduit for building fond memories. We long for our guests to feel welcomed and relaxed with a casual-elegance that shines long after the last forkful and interesting sips.
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Lori
Dined on Nov 22, 2024
Fine dining at it's best. The food is beyond compare. The service is the best ever. We had a delightful meal. Chef Ivan is a really nice guy and an incredible chef. His team is excellent l.
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The Collins Small Batch Kitchen
4.8
4.8 (1871)
$31 to $50
Contemporary American
Central Phoenix
About the restaurant
The Collins Small Batch Kitchen is restaurateur Christopher Collins playground for creating his takes on classic American dishes. In the heart of Phoenix's Biltmore neighborhood, The Collins Small Batch Kitchen has a daily menu of favorites, along with a weekly rotating menu inspired by the season's freshest ingredients to create a dining experience that will have you returning often to this neighborhood kitchen.
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BrianVIP
Dined 4 days ago
Always a neighborhood favorite. Was able to try more appetizers and salads this visit and they did not disappoint.
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Nook Kitchen - Phoenix
4.8
4.8 (464)
$30 and under
Contemporary American
Central Phoenix
About the restaurant
Enjoy delicious American-Italian cuisine at Nook Kitchen. This modern restaurant serves dinner in an elegant space. Overseen by chef Nick LaRosa, the menu features appetizers, salads, pizza and a choice of entrees. Nook Kitchen also serves vegetarian and gluten-free fare. Diners rave about the restaurant's selection of delicious wood-fired pizza. Other menu highlights include the chicken masala, pan-seared salmon with liquor and glazed pork chops served with potato.Voted one of the best new restaurants in the year of its opening, Nook Kitchen is located in Phoenix, Arizona. To complement its meals, the restaurant offers craft cocktails and boutique wines. Cozy but inconspicuous, Nook Kitchen is a nice place to enjoy a meal and glass of wine with friends or family.
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Anne
Dined 7 days ago
The food was amazing - appetizers, dinner, and dessert! It wasn't an inexpensive meal, but we got what we paid for.
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The Macintosh
4.8
4.8 (1716)
$30 and under
Contemporary American
Central Phoenix
About the restaurant
The Macintosh is your new favorite neighborhood hangout in the heart of Phoenix. The Macintosh features restaurateur Christopher Collins' take on modern American cuisine for the perfect place to sip and linger with friends and loved ones knowing you'll have an amazing dining experience. Inspired by the family of restaurants at Common Ground Culinary, The Macintosh features sharing plates, salads, handhelds, and entrees for a diverse menu of American classics. All paired with an expansive menu of whiskey, beer, craft cocktails and wine.
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RhondaVIP
Dined 3 days ago
Great lunch, our server was a bit over extended, food was delicious as always! Thank you
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The Gladly
4.8
4.8 (2628)
$31 to $50
Contemporary American
Biltmore
About the restaurant
Welcome to The Gladly, a modern American restaurant where bold flavors, an inviting atmosphere, and thoughtful hospitality come together. Known for its innovative dishes and one of the most extensive whiskey collections in the city, The Gladly has earned its reputation as a favorite spot for food enthusiasts, cocktail lovers, and social gatherings.

Signature dishes like The Original Chopped Salad to fresh seafood & meats to perfectly sharable starters highlight the menu. Meanwhile, the bar is a haven for whiskey aficionados, offering a curated selection of over 300 labels, as well as bold craft cocktails.

The stylish dining room is ideal for professional and casual lunches, intimate dinners, or a celebratory events.

At The Gladly, every meal is an experience, every drink is an exploration, and every visit is an opportunity to savor a Phoenix neighborhood gem.
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SandraVIP
Dined 3 days ago
Service and food always spectacular! We are old and it’s a little loud….but we keep coming back!
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Different Pointe of View
4.8
4.8 (5003)
$50 and over
Contemporary American
North Central Phoenix
About the restaurant
Guests of this renowned, AAA Four-Diamond award-winning mountaintop restaurant are treated to a delectable fusion of American cuisine with Mediterranean influences. Complementing the flavorful menu is exceptional service and an unforgettable atmosphere. Experience this striking dining destination with floor-to-ceiling windows highlighting panoramic views of the Valley’s desert landscape, the city’s lights and Arizona’s breathtaking sunsets.For reservations please call (602) 866-6350.*Restaurant closed on Monday.
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brenda
Dined 1 day ago
Always a perfect evening and especially at the holidays. Wonderful food and service again tonight.
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Aged Prime New York Strip
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Pan Seared Wilder Chilean Sea Bass
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Wren & Wolf
4.7
4.7 (2509)
$30 and under
Contemporary American
Downtown Phoenix
About the restaurant
Welcome to the Downtown Phoenix hotspot blending craft cocktail bar and chef driven kitchen into one distinct dining experience. At night, gather your pack and experience a vibrant dinner setting full of striking design, rich materials and taxidermy. Located in the middle of bustling downtown and just steps away from AZ Federal Theater and Footprint Center, Wren & Wolf is the perfect destination for a pre game gathering or big night out before a show. For the early birds, make grabbing your morning coffee and fresh baked pastry a part of your daily ritual or join the Valleys other movers and shakers for a power meeting during breakfast or lunch. From inventive steakhouse fare to thoughtfully elevated comfort food, Wren & Wolf is redefining dining in Downtown Phoenix.
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PamelaVIP
Dined 5 days ago
The food was amazing! We had the chicken salad, the pesto pasta with shrimp, the burger, and the steak and egg sandwich. Everything was so good! We will definitely be back.
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16oz Ribeye
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Latha Restaurant
4.7
4.7 (74)
$31 to $50
Contemporary American
Downtown Phoenix
About the restaurant
LATHA, Swahili for flavor, celebrates Africa and the diaspora’s rich and diverse cuisines. The menu curated by Executive Chef Digby Stridiron honors the interconnected journey of the foodways and culture of Africa, Brazil, the Caribbean, and the Southern United States. Our contemporary pan-African kitchen respects historical recipes and crafts cuisine from thoughtfully sourced seasonal ingredients that reveal the connections between Africa and the diaspora. It is a journey of discovery along the trails of our ancestors, telling the authentic stories of the foodways and how they have shaped eating habits and cuisine worldwide. We invite guests to join us on a flavorful journey of discovery and appreciation. LATHA, in downtown Phoenix, in Heritage Square, is a place to have a shared immersive experience with friends or family while enjoying food, drinks, music, and culture in our dining room, bar, or outside patio. As a collective, we EAT, DRINK, and VIBE!
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Telia
Dined 1 day ago
We arrived the host assisted me up the stairs a complete gentleman. We began inside and decided we wanted to be outside. And we were accommodated, we were relocated to a lovely table. There was a beautiful and talented violinist playing, he played so wonderfully. All ambients were warm and inviting. Dinner was mouthwatering it was an amazing experience.
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Vibe @ Latha Weekend
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Thirsty Lion – Desert Ridge, AZ
4.7
4.7 (1233)
$30 and under
Contemporary American
Desert Ridge
About the restaurant
Offering gastropub fare and from-scratch cooking with a culinary commitment to local and seasonal ingredients, the food is both craveable and bold. At the bar, a wide range of local craft beers are available, an option for every palate and plate. Craft cocktails are made with fresh fruit purees, juices, and premium liquors, while wines come in 25 varieties. Enjoy your lunch, dinner, daily happy hour or weekend brunch craft brew 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.
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Mike
Dined 5 days ago
Great outside venue with a fire pit table. Great variety of on tap beers, outstanding food. Our table of 7 could not find anything to complain about. Our server was the best!
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Caprese Chicken
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New Year's Eve Prix Fixe Menus
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