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Local eateries abound in Restaurant Week

BY KRISTINE CANNON

Progress Staff Writer

Spring Arizona Restaurant Week takes place May 21-30 and among scores of participating restaurants are more than 30 in Scottsdale.

A favorite among foodies and bargain hunters, Restaurant Week gives Arizonans nearly two weeks to explore some of the state’s best restaurants, all of which offer three-course prix-fixe menus for a steal: just $33 or $44 per person, or in the case of a handful of restaurants, $33 or $44 per couple.

Some restaurants also offer wine pairings and upgraded menu items at an additional cost.

This spring, many Scottsdale restaurants are on the lineup, from Old Town favorites such as Farm and Craft, The House Brasserie, and Marcelli Ristorante. Also on board are savory steakhouses, like STK Steakhouse and Preston’s Steakhouse, as well as resorts’ renowned restaurants such as The Canal Club and ZuZu.

SOL Mexican Cocina is one of more than 30 Scottsdale restaurants participating in this year’s Spring Arizona Restaurant Week, from May 21 through 30. Their special is $33 for a limited menu that includes Naked Guacamole, Ensenada-Style Fish Taco Plate, and Caramel Sea Salt Budin & Dark Chocolate Rum Ganache, among other favorites. Dine-in only. (SOL Mexican Cocina)

And much like last spring’s Restaurant Week, this year’s will operate with a modified format that includes dine-in and takeout options.

“After the unrelenting challenges that the entire hospitality industry faced in 2020, we’re thrilled to present Spring Arizona Restaurant Week, an event that has always been dedicated to promoting and supporting restaurants around the state,” said Arizona Restaurant Association president and CEO Steve Chucri.

Visit arizonarestaurantweek.com for the full list of participating restaurants.

Ajo Al’s Mexican Cafe

Menu highlights: Pizza Nortena, smoked street taco sampler, flan Price: $44 per couple Takeout: Yes and dine-in Where: 9393 N. 90th St., 6990 E.

Shea Blvd. Call: 480-860-2611, 480-998-1734 Website: ajoals.com

Barrio Queen

Menu highlights: Chilaquiles Suizos con Chuleta, Coctel de Elote, Enchiladas Suizas Price: $33 Takeout: dine-in only Where: 7114 E. Stetson Drive Call: 480-656-4197 Website: barrioqueen.com

The Canal Club

Menu highlights: Cassava root gcchi, shrimp and crab enchilado, rum cake Price: $44 Takeout: Yes and dine-in Where: 4925 N. Scottsdale Road Call: 480-424-6095 Website: thecanalclubaz.com

Citizen Public House

Menu highlights: The Original Chopped Salad, Fair Trade Coffee short ribs, whiskey bread pudding Price: $44 Takeout: dine-in only Where: 7111 E. 5th Ave. Call: 480-398-4208 Website: citizenpublichouse.com

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Pressed Juicery opens in Scottsdale Quarter

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Scottsdale Quarter welcomes one more juice shop to its outdoor shopping center: Pressed Juicery. The leading cold-pressed juice and plant-based snack and treats brand, Pressed sells functional shots, plantbased milks, and plant-based vegan soft serve Freeze topped with decadent gluten-free and vegan toppings.

“Scottsdale Quarter felt like the perfect location to open our first store in the Valley,” said Pressed spokeswoman Michelle Peterson.

“The center features a dynamic mix of exciting brands, so we believe it will be a convenient place for locals to discover

Pressed, the leading cold-pressed juice & plant-based snack and treats brand, has expanded its national footprint with its first Arizona store in Scottsdale Quarter. (Pressed) Pressed. The Quad and open-air environment are ideal for strolling, relaxing, and enjoying our cold-pressed juices, plant-based soft-serve and acai bowls,” she said. Pressed’s juices and smoothies range from $6.75 per bottle to $34.50 for a sixbottle, one-day juice cleanse.

Those who sign up for Pressed’s VIP Membership Program will save money on the products.

According to a release, Pressed works with some of the freshest ingredients, thanks to their longstanding relationship with growers that deliver produce within two days of being harvested.

The produce is then pressed into a beverage in as soon as three days.

It’s a process Pressed calls a “farm-tofridge operation.” In all, Pressed offers more than 40 varieties of cold-pressed juice, plant-based milks, and health-boosting shots.

It’s their Freeze vegan soft serve that might be Pressed’s most unique offering. Available in classic flavors such as chocolate, vanilla, and strawberry, Pressed’s soft serves are plant-based and made with “wholesome ingredients,” including real fruit, coconut milk, almonds and dates.

Patrons have the option of topping their non-dairy soft serve with plantbased toppings, too, including granola

Famous 48

Menu highlights: Half rack of ribs, miso salmon, bourbon apple crumble Price: $44 Takeout: dine-in only Where: 8989 N. Scottsdale Road Call: 480-361-4933 Website: famous48.com

Farm and Craft

Menu highlights: Spinach & berry salad, veggie lasagna, tropical cheesecake, Kombucha Tequila Price: $44 Takeout: dine-in only Where: 4302 N. Scottsdale Road Call: 480-568-8980 Website: ilovefarmandcraft.com

Fat Ox

Menu highlights: Italian food, including housemate pastas, seafood, grilled meats, and more. Price: $44 Takeout: dine-in only Where: 6316 N. Scottsdale Rd. Call: 480-307-6900 Website: ilovefatox.com

Fogo de Chão Brazilian Steakhouse

Menu highlights: Market Table & Feijoada Bar, tableside service of fire-roasted meats, Brazilian side dishes Price: $44 Takeout: dine-in only Where: Scottsdale Road at E. Lincoln Drive Call: 480-609-8866 Website: fogodechao.com

Ghost Street Asian Taqueria

Menu highlights: Wok-charred street corn, Char Siu Al Pastor Tacos, banana churro bites Price: $44 per couple Takeout: Yes, and dine-in Where: 9397 E. Shea Blvd., #125 Call: 480-767-8800 Website: ghoststreettacos.com

Grassroots Kitchen & Tap

Menu highlights: Braised pork belly, Topher’s braised short ribs, chocolate toffee brownie Price: $33 Takeout: Yes and dine-in Where: 8120 N. Hayden Road Call: 480-699-0699 Website: grassrootsaz.com

Hand Cut Chophouse

Menu highlights: Peaches & cream bruschetta, salmon tzatziki, white truffle cheeseburger, mini cheesecake trio Price: $44 Takeout: dine-in only Where: 7135 E. Camelback Road, #154 Call: 480-494-2008 Website: handcutchophouse.com

The House Brasserie

Menu highlights: Mojo Scallops, Linz Skirt Steak, chocolate caramel cookie Price: $44 Takeout: Yes and dine-in Where: 6936 E. Main St. Call: 480-634-1600 Website: thehousebrasserie.com

Kitchen West

Menu highlights: Grilled ratatouille, grilled filet mignon, caramel pecan cheesecake Price: $44 Takeout: Yes and dine-in Where: 7700 E. McCormick Pkwy. Call: 480-596-7522 Website: destinationhotels.com/kitchen-west

Kona Grill

Menu highlights: Sweet & Bleu Salad, Kona Surf & Turf, coconut rum cake Price: $33 Takeout: Yes and dine-in Where: 7014 E. Camelback Road Call: 480-429-1100 Website: konagrill.com

La Locanda Ristorante Italia

Menu highlights: Seafood risotto, pappardelle Bolognese, caramel panna cotta Price: $44 Takeout: Yes, and dine-in Where: 6830 E. 5th Ave. Call: 480-284-6511 Website: lalocandaaz.com

Ling & Louie’s Asian Bar and Grill

Menu highlights: Jalapeño-Yellowtail Roll, New Wave Pad Thai, Evil Jungle Princess Chicken, Ling’s Meatloaf Price: $44 per couple Takeout: Yes and dine-in Where: 9397 E. Shea Blvd. Call: 480-767-5464 Website: lingandlouies.com

Los Sombreros

Menu highlights: Ribeye Mole Negro, Scallops con Espinacas, Cucumber Jalape Spritz, Flan De Queso Price: $33 or $44 for the Ribeye Mole Negro as the entrée Takeout: Yes and dine-in Where: 2534 N. Scottsdale Road

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butter and vegan gummy bears.

People who visit Pressed’s website (pressedlife.com/wereopen) and sign up for their website will receive a free coldpressed juice or plant-based soft serve.

Pressed’s products are also available in nearly 2,000 locations through its wholesale partners, which include Sprouts, and Albertson’s.

Information: Scottsdale Quarter, 15147 N. Scottsdale Road, pressed. com

Marcelli Ristorante

Menu highlights: Bufala Mozzarella & Prosciutto, Ravioli Del Gior, Filetto Di Maiale, Tiramisu Price: $44 Takeout: dine-in only Where: 7114 E. Stetson Drive Call: 480-990-9500 Website: marcelliristorante.com

NakedQ BBQ

Menu highlights: Full slab of BBQ ribs or whole smoked chicken (or half and half), peach pie Price: $33 per couple Takeout: dine-in only Where: 10240 N. 90th St. Call: 480-912-2102 Website: nakedq.com

Pasta Brioni

Menu highlights: Chicken martini, lobster ravioli, veal picatta, snickerdoodle butter cake Price: $33 and $44 Takeout: dine-in only Where: 4416 N. Miller Road Call: 480-994-0028 Website: pastabrioni.com

Paul Martin’s American Grill

Menu highlights: “Brick” Chicken, braised short rib, New York Cheesecake Price: $33 Takeout: Yes, and dine-in Where: 6186 N. Scottsdale Road Call: 480-991-9342 Website: paulmartinsamericangrill.com

Pitch Pizzeria

Menu highlights: Calabrese Meatballs, The Doc Pizza, Pitch “VIP” Smoked Cheddar Mac & Cheese Price: $44 Takeout: Yes, and dine-in Where: 6350 E. Thomas Road Call: 480-272-7500 Website: pitchpizzeria.com

Preston’s Steakhouse

Menu highlights: USDA Prime 8 oz. Delmonico, bacon-wrapped bistro prime filet, signature butter cake Price: $44 Takeout: dine-in only Where: 8700 E. Pinnacle Peak Road, #115 Call: 480-629-5087 Website: prestonsscottsdale.com

RnR Gastropub

Menu highlights: Apple gorgonzola salad, blackened salmon with cauliflower rice, espresso martini Price: $33 Takeout: dine-in only Where: 3737 N. Scottsdale Road Call: 480-945-3353 Website: rnrscottsdale.com

Roaring Fork

Menu highlights: Mixed market greens, pan-seared Alaskan Halibut, pecan pie Price: $44 Takeout: dine-in only Where: 4800 N. Scottsdale Road Call: 480-947-0795 Website: roaringfork.com

SOL Mexican Cocina

Menu highlights: Naked Guacamole, EnsenadaStyle Fish Taco Plate, Caramel Sea Salt Budin and dark chocolate rum ganache Price: $33 Takeout: dine-in only Where: 15323 N. Scottsdale Road Call: 480-245-6708 Website: solcocina.com

STK Steakhouse

Menu highlights: Coffee-Rubbed Ribeye Steak, Maple Rub Ora King Salmon, 3 cheesecake cones Price: $44 Takeout: Yes, and dine-in Where: 7134 E. Stetson Drive Call: 480-581-5171 Website: stksteakhouse.com

Tapas Papa Frita

Menu highlights: Vegan tapas, Portobello Pua Pasta with truffle oil, fried plantains with honey Price: $44 Takeout: dine-in only Where: 7114 E. Stetson Drive Call: 480-699-5004 Website: tapaspapafrita.com

Tommy Bahama Restaurant & Bar

Menu highlights: Blackened Shrimp Tostada, world famous coconut shrimp, macadamia nut crusted snapper Price: $33 Takeout: dine-in only Where: 15205 N. Kierland Blvd. Call: 480-505-3668 Website: tommybahama.com

Twisted Grove Parlor & Bar

Menu highlights: Smoked salmon dip, crab cakes, pork porterhouse, butterscotch pecan pie Price: $44 Takeout: Yes, and dine-in Where: 8220 N. Hayden Road Call: 480-699-0811 Website: twistedgrove.com

Wally’s American Gastropub

Menu highlights: Peel ‘n’ eat shrimp, baby back pork ribs, coconut cream pie Price: $33 Takeout: Yes and dine-in Where: 7704 E. Doubletree Ranch Road Call: 480-596-7978 Website: wallysgastropub.com

ZuZu at Hotel Valley Ho

Menu highlights: Hawaiian Tuna Poke Tostada, Rock Shrimp + English Pea Carbonara, White Chocolate Pot de Crème Price: $44 Takeout: Yes and dine-in Where: 6850 E. Main Street Call: 480-421-7997 Website: hotelvalleyho.com