RESTAURANTS: SEAFOOD

Richard and Cindy Huie, owners. ©2022 DuaneDarling.com

SALT CELLAR RESTAURANT

550 N. Hayden Rd., Scottsdale, AZ 85257 480-947-1963 · saltcellarrestaurant.com Year Est: 1971 Exec Chef: Alfonso Castrejon Principal(s): Richard and Cindy Huie

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The Salt Cellar Restaurant’s success is the result of its mission: “An uncompromising approach to fresh seafood.” This has been the goal of the Salt Cellar for more than 41 years. The Salt Cellar was a pioneer in flying fresh seafood into the desert. They are involved in a constant search and spare neither effort nor expense in finding the finest and freshest seafood available. Outstanding quality is not an option, but a mandate at the Salt Cellar Restaurant. Owners Richard and Cindy Huie have always appreciated the unwavering support of all their customers This loyalty has been the biggest reason for their long term success.

COMPANY STRENGTHS: “Quite simply, the quality and freshness of our product.” IMPACT OF 2022 TRENDS: “The continued demand for fresh, quality seafood, as well as Arizona’s explosive growth.” IMPACT OF NO. 1 RANKING: “We hold our No.1 ranking for seafood restaurant in Ranking Arizona in the highest regard as the voting is done by members of the business community and reflects how well they think we perform. This publication, due to its large business circulation, has brought us many new customers over the years.” last year 10

2345 S. Alma School Rd., #106, Mesa, AZ 85210 480-398-7099 · angrycrabshack.com Year Est: 2013 Exec Chef: NA Principal(s): Ronald Lou, founder and CEO Signature Dishes: Seafood boil with Asian-Cajun flavors and signature sauces, delicious appetizers, Angry Baskets, sandwiches and more

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Ocean 44

4748 N. Goldwater Blvd., Scottsdale, AZ 85251 480-867-0044 · ocean44.com Year Est: 2018 Exec Chef: NA Principal(s): NA Signature Dishes: Daily fresh oysters, main lobster escargot, wagyu beef tartare, rockefeller-style oysters, lobster, crab cakes

Eddie V’s Prime Seafood

15323 N. Scottsdale Rd., Scottsdale, AZ 85254 480-730-4800 · eddiev.com Year Est: 2010 Exec Chef: Stefan Martin Principal(s): Darden Restaurant Group Signature Dishes: Fresh seafood and USDA prime steaks; live music nightly in the V Lounge

Mastro’s Ocean Club

15045 N. Kierland Blvd., Scottsdale, AZ 85254 480-443-8555 · mastrosrestaurants.com Year Est: 2002 Exec Chef: Roberto Caballero Principal(s): Mastros Restaurants Signature Dishes: 3-tiered iced seafood tower, specialty sushi, bone-in filet, Chilean sea bass, lobster mashed potatoes, warm butter cake

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Buck & Rider

4225 E. Camelback Rd., Phoenix, AZ 85018 602-346-0110 · buckandrider.com Year Est: 2015 Exec Chef: Travis Sassmann Principal(s): Bob Lynn, Adam Strecker Signature Dishes: Lobster surf and turf, crispy brussel sprouts, Alaskan king crab, stone crab, oysters

Bluewater Grill

1525 E. Bethany Home Rd., Phoenix, AZ 85014 602-277-3474 · bluewatergrill.com Year Est: 2009 Exec Chef: Chris Smith Principal(s): Richard Staunton, Jim Ulcickas Signature Dishes: Beer battered Alaskan Cod, San Francisco-style cioppino, Chipotle blackened swordfish, Cedar plank salmon

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Chart House

7255 E. McCormick Pkwy., Scottsdale, AZ 85258 480-951-2550 · chart-house.com Year Est: 1990 Exec Chef: Jeff Erickson Principal(s): Lori Schleicher Signature Dishes: Wicked Tuna, Mac Nut Mahi, Alaskan King Crab, Prime Rib and our original Hot Chocolate Lava Cake

Ocean Prime

5455 E. High St., Phoenix, AZ 85054 480-347-1313 · ocean-prime.com Year Est: 2008 Exec Chef: Josh Pickard Principal(s): Cameron Mitchell Restaurants Signature Dishes: Blackened Snapper, Corn Spoon Bread, Jalapeño Corn Tartar; Chilean Seabass, Whipped Potatoes, Champagne Truffle Sauce

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Kona Grill

6900 E. Camelback Rd, Scottsdale, AZ 85251 646-624-2400 · konagrill.com Year Est: 1998 Exec Chef: Steve Chang Principal(s): Manny Hilario Signature Dishes: Macadamia Nut Chicken, Surf & Turf, Sweet-Chili Glazed Salmon, Peppered Tuna Tataki Roll, Picasso Roll, Yamada Roll

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