rossislider Report post Posted December 28, 2016 Like the title asks, I'd like to know what your opinions are on the best "non-steak house" restaurant in the valley, particularly in the eastern or central areas of the valley. I know lots of great steak places, but am looking for something different to take my wife too. Thoughts? Thanks Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lancetkenyon Report post Posted December 28, 2016 Not fancy, but great food. Baby Kay's Cajun Kitchen. The cocktail sauce will light up your sinuses. Not east side, but Papadeaux's is awesome too. My wife's favorite. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
stanley Report post Posted December 28, 2016 A couple of favorites from my neighborhood in Central Phx: Richardson's on 16th, North of Bethany. Hillstone at about 28th Street and Camelback. Neither one has ever disappointed me. Bon apetite! S. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Eagle mountain ranch Report post Posted December 28, 2016 I will second "Papadeaux's" .. good stuff for sure 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
W.O.T Report post Posted December 28, 2016 Give St. Francis a try! Its on Camelback & 7th St... neat place and Aaron is on top of his game. His place was on DDD w/Guy Fierri too. Kinda partial, he's an extended family 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dmoto Report post Posted December 28, 2016 Richardson's is fantastic. Hiro Sushi if you guys are into the raw fish thing. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hoss50 Report post Posted December 28, 2016 Angry Crab. Trifecta mild for sissies, ramp it up if you like it hotter. It isn't fancy, but it is good seafood so it isn't cheap. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
eagle#eyes Report post Posted December 28, 2016 I will second "Papadeaux's" .. good stuff for sure I'm out in East Mesa and my wife thinks this is worth the drive. ^^^ 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rossislider Report post Posted December 28, 2016 Lot's of people seem to like Papadeaux's. What is the favorite dish there? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lancetkenyon Report post Posted December 28, 2016 Love to start with a grilled shrimp Caesar salad and then Pasta Mardi Gras. Wash it down with a great Arnold Palmer too. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
eagle#eyes Report post Posted December 28, 2016 I think it is seasonal but the Chilean Sea Bass was good. My cousin and Uncle refuse to go there and not get the shrimp cocktail. I'm not sure I've had anything there I didn't like to be honest 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AZbowhntr Report post Posted December 28, 2016 I had my company Christmas dinner at Rodizio Grill last week and left there stuffed. It is the Brazilian style restaurant where they bring you all the meats on a spit and carve off what you want. And the best thing is it is only $29 per person. I am pretty sure that they just opened not long ago. Excellent food and service. Someone else mentioned the Angry Crab. Really liked that too. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ready2hunt Report post Posted December 28, 2016 Papadeaux's is legit dining. I would only go there if I am on that side of town but the food is great. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Saguaro Report post Posted December 28, 2016 I like Red White and Brew. East Mesa, Power and McDowell. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hoss50 Report post Posted December 28, 2016 The Ocotillo in central phoenix was pretty darn good for our corporate gathering. The pork belly skewers are literally one of the best things in have eaten, and if you know me, I like to eat. Harley 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
