Operated by the Waldorf-Astoria brand, the Arizona Biltmore is a luxury hotel located on East Missouri Avenue in Phoenix. Renowned architect Frank Lloyd Wright served as the consultant for the building of the resort, which began in 1929. The hotel consists of 740 guest rooms, eight swimming pools, seven tennis courts, a full-service spa and a championship golf course. In addition to the restaurants located on the property, the area surrounding the hotel provides numerous dining options for Biltmore guests.
Wright's at the Biltmore is on the property of the Arizona Biltmore and gets its name from the hotel's architect. The restaurant incorporates fresh ingredients into its dishes, with the menu changing frequently to include the very best items available for each season. Many of the herbs used in the recipes grow right on the premises. In addition to the a la carte menu, the chef prepares a nightly prix fixe tasting menu that allows guests to sample three courses and a dessert. The tasting can also come with a wine pairing for each course. Past entrees included as a la carte or tasting menu selections include cherry-burgundy braised short ribs, lavender lamb loin and roasted Alaskan black cod. Wright's at the Biltmore is typically open nightly for dinner though the restaurant may close for special events. Brunch is available every Sunday. The restaurant recommends reservations and suggests business casual attire.
Wright's at the Biltmore
2400 E. Missouri Ave.
Phoenix, AZ 85016
602-955-6600
arizonabiltmore.com/dining/Wrights.aspx
An upscale bar and grill, Delux is less than 2 miles from the Arizona Biltmore. Burgers are the specialty of the house and consist of Niman Ranch USDA Choice beef. A popular choice is the Delux, topped with maytag and Gruyere cheeses, organic arugula, carmelized onions and applewood smoked bacon. For dessert, try one of Delux's signature cookies made fresh each day and available in a variety of flavors, including chocolate chip, apple oatmeal and peanut butter. The restaurant serves more than 30 microbrew and imported beers, 15 wines by the bottle and glass and 10 specialty martinis. Delux is open for lunch and dinner daily. You cannot make reservations. Casual attire is appropriate.
Delux
3146 E. Camelback Rd.
Phoenix, AZ 85016
602-522-2288
deluxburger.com
Noca is around 1.5 miles from the Arizona Biltmore. The standard menu at the restaurant begins with six appetizers, including chilled sweet corn soup with chorizo sausage and pastrami sliders with red onion, cucumber and house-made Russian dressing. Among the featured entrees are pasta dishes like the tagliatelle served with white-wine braised lamb shank, fennel, lemon zest and Parmesan cheese. Another entree is the Berkshire pork chop served with green beans, braised red cabbage, cauliflower puree and mustard spätzle with a foie gras sauce. After the meal, the restaurant offers a selection of desserts like homemade doughnuts, sticky toffee pudding and a lemon tart. The restaurant also features a different four-course tasting menu each night. Noca serves dinner nightly. You can make reservations over the phone and online. The restaurant recommends business casual attire. Outdoor dining is available on the restaurant's patio, weather permitting.
Noca
3118 E. Camelback Road
Phoenix, AZ 85016
602-956-6622
restaurantnoca.com
