RESTAURANTS: PATIO DINING

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LON’S AT THE HERMOSA

5532 N. Palo Cristi Rd., Paradise Valley, AZ 85253 602-955-7878 · lons.com Year Est: 1994 Principal(s): Jon Boggs, general manager; Executive Chef Alejandro Martinez

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LON’s at the Hermosa, a AAA Four Diamond Awardwinning restaurant renowned for its globally inspired Arizona fare, is the culinary centerpiece of The Hermosa Inn. Age-old cooking methods of smoking, roasting and wood grilling are employed along with European techniques to create a cuisine utilizing the flavors of the region. The culinary team creates menus that highlight fresh, seasonal ingredients, which are almost exclusively sourced locally. Recognized by Wine Spectator Magazine with its “Award of Excellence” since 1996 and “Best of” awards annually since 2015, LON’s features a subterranean wine cellar for private events and showcases more than 700 varieties of wines.

STRENGTH OF STAFF: “Most businesses will tout their staff as one of their greatest assets, and LON’s is no different. From the menu knowledge of our servers, to our sommeliers’ ability to perfectly pair wine with the meal. We pride ourselves on service that is professional, attentive, welcoming and personable. But it goes deeper than that as LON’s is like a family, especially since it has always been family-owned, so our staff has a genuine warmth and friendliness that sets us apart from our competition.” last year 3

5550 E. Lincoln Dr., Paradise Valley, AZ 85253 480-948-5170 · elchorro.com Year Est: 1937 Exec Chef: Charles Kassels Principal(s): Grossman Company Properties | Classic Hotels Signature Dishes: Center Cut Filet, Trout Almondine, Niman Ranch Pork Tenderloin, Eggs Benedict, sticky buns

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Quiessence at The Farm

6106 S. 32nd St., Phoenix, AZ 85042 602-276-0601 · qatthefarm.com Year Est: 2003 Exec Chef: Dustin Christofolo Principal(s): Pat Christofolo, Dustin Christofolo Signature Dishes: House-made breads, fromage, house-cured Arizona meats, handcrafted pastas and produce from Soil & Seed Garden at The Farm

House of Tricks

114 E. 7th St., Tempe, AZ 85281 480-968-1114 · houseoftricks.com Year Est: 1987 Exec Chef: Scott Umscheid Principal(s): Robert and Robin Trick Signature Dishes: Lamb Barbacoa Arepa with Butternut SquashPomegranate Salsa and Brown Butter Quark

elements at Sanctuary Camelback Mountain Resort

5700 E. McDonald Dr., Paradise Valley, AZ 85253 877-879-4037 · sanctuaryaz.com Year Est: 2001 Exec Chef: Samantha Sanz - Chef de Cuisine Principal(s): Westroc Hospitality Signature Dishes: Elements dining deck is the best place to see the sunset and dine under the stars; open breakfast, lunch and dinner

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Gertrude’s at The Desert Botanical Garden

1201 N. Galvin Pkwy., Phoenix, AZ 85008 480-719-8600 · gertrudesrestaurant.net Year Est: 2012 Exec Chef: None Principal(s): Alan (Skip) Hause, Chantal Hause Signature Dishes: Duck Enchiladas, Korean Fried Thighs, French Toast with Prickly Pear Jam, and Ricotta Donut Holes with Dipping Sauces

Orange Sky

9800 E. Talking Stick Way, Scottsdale, AZ 85256 480-850-8606 · talkingstickresort.com Year Est: 2010 Exec Chef: Martin Yepez Principal(s): Salt River Pima - Maricopa Indian Community Signature Dishes: Beef Tenderloin, Orangke Sky Coatal Market, North American Bison Strip, Elk, George Driver Scallops

Toro Latin | Restaurant & Rum Bar

17020 N. Hayden Rd., Scottsdale, AZ 85255 480-585-2694 · scottsdaleprincess.com/sip-savor#toro Year Est: 2014 Exec Chef: Forest Hamrick Principal(s): Hunter Hartman Signature Dishes: Sushi and ceviche bar

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Bourbon Steak

7575 E. Princess Dr., Scottsdale, AZ 85255 480-585-4848 · scottsdaleprincess.com/dining/bourbon-steak Year Est: 2008 Exec Chef: Sara Garrant Principal(s): Andrew McLaughlin, Bourbon Steak general manager Signature Dishes: Certified Angus and Wagyu beef, Duck Fat Fries, Truffled Macaroni & Cheese, Lobster Pot Pie, Tuna Tartar, Nutmeg Beignets

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Joe’s Farm Grill

3000 E. Ray Rd., Bldg. #1, Gilbert, AZ 85296 480-563-4745 · joesfarmgrill.com Year Est: 2006 Exec Chef: NA Principal(s): NA Signature Dishes: Ahi Tuna Sandwich, Waffles & Chicken, Fontina Burger, Nashville Hot Chicken Sandwich