Restaurants with a great view featured on ‘Check, Please! Arizona’

Looking for dinner with a view? Look no further than these restaurants we’ve featured on our original show, “Check, Please! Arizona.” From soaring mountains to the desert foliage, we’ve got some beautiful scenery to accompany your next night out.

Keeler’s Neighborhood Steakhouse

Keeler’s Neighborhood Steakhouse, a highly sought-after addition to the Carefree community, delivers a stellar dining experience with its high-quality steaks, generous portions and vibrant atmosphere. 

The steakhouse boasts three distinct patios: The covered patio, the courtyard patio and a rooftop that offers picturesque views of Black Mountain, creating the perfect ambiance for dining al fresco. Live music entertains guests on the rooftop patio five evenings a week, adding to the allure.

Visit Keeler’s Neighborhood Steakhouse at 7212 East Ho Hum Road, Carefree, AZ, or visit their website for more information.

Thompson 105

Perched amidst the breathtaking landscape of the McDowell Mountains, Thompson 105 beckons diners with its coveted patio offering sweeping views that encompass nearly 360 degrees, making it a prime dining destination regardless of the season.

During a visit to Thompson 105 featured on “Check, Please Arizona,” guest Erica Maxwell was captivated by the stunning vistas of the McDowell Mountains while enjoying brunch on the patio. Another guest, Tracey Dodrill, a frequent patron, shared her love for the prawns with avocado appetizer, describing it as “fantastic.”

You can visit Thompson 105 at 10401 E. McDowell Mountain Ranch Road, Suite 160, Scottsdale, AZ, or visit their website for more information.

Pietro’s Fine Dining

Pietro’s Fine Dining brings together the rich flavors of homemade Italian with the sophistication of fine dining, with a menu known for its delectable seafood. Owner and Chef Adam Frost describes their cuisine as “home-cooked comfort food at a high level.”

On top of the delicious food, the restaurant’s location brings beautiful views to its diners, nestled in the heart of Fountain Hills.

“We’ve got unparalleled views,” Frost said, emphasizing the beautiful atmosphere of the restaurant that creates a fine dining experience for all who enter.

You can visit Pietro’s Fine Dining at 9800 N. Summer Hill Blvd., Fountain Hills, AZ, or visit their website for more information.

Morning Glory Café

Want to escape the crowded city and eat breakfast in a farm-like setting? Head towards South Mountain and the peaceful Morning Glory Café.

Enjoy a stroll around the working farm, and dine in the orchard. “It’s a countertop service, so it’s a little bit casual,” Chef Dustin Christofolo explained. After guests walk up to order their food, “they get to walk around the property, enjoy the ambience or walk down to the pecan grove,” he added.

You can visit Morning Glory Café at 6106 S. 32nd Street, Phoenix, AZ, or visit their website for more information.

Page Springs Vineyards and Cellars

Page Springs Vineyards and Cellars serves chef-driven French cuisine and Rhone-style wine at an estate overlooking its vineyards and Oak Creek.

You can enjoy their wine tasting selection and bistro, all while taking in the views of the vineyard and the accompanying land. Visitors are encouraged to explore the vineyard itself and take in the serene land on top of being able to enjoy the wine and food selections.

You can visit Page Springs Vineyards and Cellars at 1500 N. Page Springs Road, Cornville, AZ, or visit their website for more information.

Elote Cafe

This Sedona restaurant serves up Southwestern and Mexican cuisine while also boasting beautiful views of the Sedona landscape.

You can take in the ambiance of the iconic red rocks at Elote Cafe all the while sipping on a fresh margarita or sampling one of the many elote dishes. Owner Jeff Smedstad said, “The food scene is growing here in Sedona. It’s getting better every day.”

You can visit Elote Cafe at 771 SSR 179, Sedona, AZ, or visit their website for more information.

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