I dont like this restaurant. The menu is seasonal, and when I went, there happened to be nothing on it that I liked, and I am not at all a picky person. I would have tolerated that and ordered whatever, had the server not practically scoffed at us when we asked if they had this or that. He was clearly looking down his nose at us the whole time, being totally rude, treating us like we were inconveniencing him as if he was some sort of royalty, his personality alone makes me never want to go back there again, even though I have had better experiences before. I wish I remembered his name so others could steer clear.
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Byrd N.
Amazing restaurant-went here last August (2013), and can't believe I didn't review it. Have been talking about it ever since and have sent several people here-all said the same things about it. Great food, great service, great experience.
(5)
Arana W.
Come for the view, of course! The NYC cousins stayed at the Pointe for their very brief visit to Phoenix. Upon check in, they made reservations for 5 of us for Saturday night. Logistically, we were a pain in the ass. Five diners, one table. Between one and three courses ordered per person. NOT an easy job to pace that one! Mom had the lobster bisque and lobster entree. One cousin had the lobster bisque, a salad, and the special oyster app. Other cousin had a salad and scallop entree. Mom's husband just ordered the scallop entree. And I had the blood orange salad and Berkshire pork belly app. Service was impressive...plates were staggered in a way that it seemed we always had food in front of us, but never felt rushed. All the food was fresh and tasty, and beautifully presented. Personally, I am thrilled with how many places pork belly is showing up these days. My hips are not happy, but my taste buds talk louder! :) Of course - the sun goes down, the Valley lights come on - and you remember why you're willing to pay insane prices. No matter how good the food is, no matter how good the service - you are paying for the view. And it is worth it! (That's not the double Maker's on the rocks talking!)
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Andre E.
Yet another Fantastic YELP ELITE EVENT....WOHOOO....let me spell it out for you: F.....for Fabulous Food A.....for Awesome Atmosphere N....for Nostalgic Nightlife T.....for Tantalizing Tidbits A....for Awesome Ambience S....for Superb Service T....for Tempting Treasures I.....for Invigorating C.....for Complementary Cuisine Yes at A Different Pointe of View Restaurant all of the above can certainly be enjoyed however it's true value is the VIEW of the Valley of the Sun.....it is unmatched. The manager said if we could find a better view in Arizona....please let him know....well I don't know about the Entire state of Arizona....but as for the Valley maybe the view from the Wrigley mansion would come close.....but it can't touch the AWESOME VIEWS you can witness at A Different Pointe of View. Don't take my word for it....just try it for yourself and I think you will see things from a Different Pointe of View as well. Eat, Drink, and be Merry my Friends!!!!
(5)
Mary M.
Five star meal, spectacular view of Camelback mountain, and probably one of the most romantic restaurants I have ever been to. We ate very late and the servers were so sweet and not rushing us at all. Short ribs appetizer was particularly memorable. Definitely recommend for a special occasion or just an unforgettable dinner!
Not just your average review. Great story and example of how good the service is...even when your not the diner. I wanted to do something really nice for two of my friends on Valentine's day. One problem though, they live in Arizona and I'm in California. I know! I'll send them to dinner...wait, but where? I have no knowledge of the restaurant scene in AZ. So naturally, I jump on Yelp and start looking up restaurants. Different Pointe of View comes up and it looks like a fantastic choice. I check with one of my friends (she is in on the surprise) and turns out this is one of their favorite places to eat. They are both foodies so that told me immediately that the food must be excellent. So I found a place, but how do I arrange this so that everything goes smoothly? Enter Catlyn, the hostess who answered the phone when I first called. I explain the situation and what I would like to happen. I was expecting something to the tune of "I am sorry sir but we cannot accommodate a request like that," or something of that nature. Catlyn responded enthusiastically to this idea and said she would email me the correct form to fill out so that dinner would be taken care of. She then took my reservation for my two friends and assured me that they would be well taken care of. Within hours the form was in my inbox. I filled it out, preselected a bottle of wine off of the website and faxed it back to the restaurant. Catlyn responded to each and every email correspondence I sent her regarding my requests as well as making sure her managers were aware of the situation. Her enthusiasm and professional manner made me feel at ease with regards to how the evening would unfold. I knew there was only so much I could do from California so I was reliant upon people I have never met. I spoke with Catlyn on the phone once again to confirm the reservation and that everything was in place. She assured me everything was good to go. I was trusting the
Nicki E.
Last night, I had one of the most delicious meals of my life at Different Pointe of View in Phoenix. I've never been to this gorgeous AAA Four Diamond restaurant overlooking Phoenix, part of the Pointe Hilton Tapatio Cliffs Resort, and we were immediately treated to beautiful skies and glittering city lights. I went there for the Insider's Point of View dinner, where Chef Anthony DeMuro prepares a four-course dinner tableside for only 12 guests. Attendees are treated to a wine reception with appetizers out at that breathtaking patio before heading in to the chef's table, with each course paired with a complementary wine. The dinner is held every month besides summer months, and this season goes through May 1. Every featured winemaker is different depending on the dinner, and last night, we were treated to the delicious J. Hofstätter wine from Italy, a winery dating back four generations. We started out with Pinot Grigio out of the patio with an artichoke appetizer (Different Pointe of View was kind enough to offer vegetarian alternatives for me outside the regular menu -- they'll work with any dietary needs.) The atmosphere was relaxed and friendly, with lots of room for guests to spread out and take in the view. As an introvert who gets nervous at group dinners, the chef's dinner was so much fun and low-stress. Diners are spread out around the makeshift kitchen, and Chef Anthony lets diners know exactly how he's cooking dishes -- it's like a live cooking show in such a romantic setting overlooking the city. I love cooking but definitely can use all the tips I can get, and I learned a ton from Chef Anthony, especially in regards to risotto, a difficult dish to perfect, even for the pros. He advised to aim to get the rice crackling when it hits the oil-filled pan, and to treat it like pasta -- get it to the consistency you desire in the broth you're simmering it in, then drain it. As someone who regularly botches any type of rice, I appreciated his tips. I also had purple cauliflower for the first time, in the absolutely amazing course featuring a spinach polenta cake, abalone and yellowfeet mushrooms, and a smoked tomato sauce. It was paired with a great Pinot Noir that was devoid of a heavy oak-y flavor, because J. Hofstätter wine is housed in stainless steel, not wooden barrels. Our first course was light and refreshing but still really flavorful. My seafood-eating companion had lobster tail with a frisée salad with lemon zest, herbs, roasted garlic oil and garlic chips, while I had mine sans lobster. I loved the crunchy texture, and it paired wonderfully with the J. Hofstätter Pinot Bianco, a crisp white wine. My companion doesn't normally prefer white over red wine, but he loved the Pinot Bianco. Like Chef Anthony did a wonderful job at explaining the cooking process, winemaker Martin Foradori talked about the winemaking process and reminded diners how important acidity is when pairing wines with food. His vineyard has altitudes up to 6,000 feet, and it was really neat to hear about making wine in Italy while we sipped his vino. While we noshed on the veggie polenta dish, our companions enjoyed wild boar. My favorite dish of the night was the herb risotto with golden beets, artichoke hearts and a broccoli rabe sauce -- meat-eaters got short ribs braised in veal stock. It was paired with J. Hofstätter's Lagrein red wine, which is generally related to a Syrah, compared to the elegant Pinot Noir. Foradori described this wine as fresh and fruity, and it was a great addition to the tasty dish. Of course, dessert was a treat, a chocolate cherry balsamic cake with chocolate ganache and a chocolate balsamic sauce. The texture was moist and creamy, and I tried to get every last drop of sauce to cover the cake. I loved the cherry flavor, which related well to the red wines, too. The dining experience was more than a two-hour feast, and it was so much fun, in addition to making my stomach so happy. The wine dinner is a great value at $99 a person, because you get unique one-on-one time with the chef and so many tasty glasses of wine in addition to the farm-fresh dishes that are incredibly healthy. The next dinner is Friday, March 6, with wine's from Italy's Tedeschi Wines. Reservations can be made by calling (602) 866-6350.
(5)Mary K.
I dont like this restaurant. The menu is seasonal, and when I went, there happened to be nothing on it that I liked, and I am not at all a picky person. I would have tolerated that and ordered whatever, had the server not practically scoffed at us when we asked if they had this or that. He was clearly looking down his nose at us the whole time, being totally rude, treating us like we were inconveniencing him as if he was some sort of royalty, his personality alone makes me never want to go back there again, even though I have had better experiences before. I wish I remembered his name so others could steer clear.
(2)Byrd N.
Amazing restaurant-went here last August (2013), and can't believe I didn't review it. Have been talking about it ever since and have sent several people here-all said the same things about it. Great food, great service, great experience.
(5)Arana W.
Come for the view, of course! The NYC cousins stayed at the Pointe for their very brief visit to Phoenix. Upon check in, they made reservations for 5 of us for Saturday night. Logistically, we were a pain in the ass. Five diners, one table. Between one and three courses ordered per person. NOT an easy job to pace that one! Mom had the lobster bisque and lobster entree. One cousin had the lobster bisque, a salad, and the special oyster app. Other cousin had a salad and scallop entree. Mom's husband just ordered the scallop entree. And I had the blood orange salad and Berkshire pork belly app. Service was impressive...plates were staggered in a way that it seemed we always had food in front of us, but never felt rushed. All the food was fresh and tasty, and beautifully presented. Personally, I am thrilled with how many places pork belly is showing up these days. My hips are not happy, but my taste buds talk louder! :) Of course - the sun goes down, the Valley lights come on - and you remember why you're willing to pay insane prices. No matter how good the food is, no matter how good the service - you are paying for the view. And it is worth it! (That's not the double Maker's on the rocks talking!)
(4)Andre E.
Yet another Fantastic YELP ELITE EVENT....WOHOOO....let me spell it out for you: F.....for Fabulous Food A.....for Awesome Atmosphere N....for Nostalgic Nightlife T.....for Tantalizing Tidbits A....for Awesome Ambience S....for Superb Service T....for Tempting Treasures I.....for Invigorating C.....for Complementary Cuisine Yes at A Different Pointe of View Restaurant all of the above can certainly be enjoyed however it's true value is the VIEW of the Valley of the Sun.....it is unmatched. The manager said if we could find a better view in Arizona....please let him know....well I don't know about the Entire state of Arizona....but as for the Valley maybe the view from the Wrigley mansion would come close.....but it can't touch the AWESOME VIEWS you can witness at A Different Pointe of View. Don't take my word for it....just try it for yourself and I think you will see things from a Different Pointe of View as well. Eat, Drink, and be Merry my Friends!!!!
(5)Mary M.
Five star meal, spectacular view of Camelback mountain, and probably one of the most romantic restaurants I have ever been to. We ate very late and the servers were so sweet and not rushing us at all. Short ribs appetizer was particularly memorable. Definitely recommend for a special occasion or just an unforgettable dinner!
(5)Becky L.
My husband and I went here for our anniversary. We have lived in the valley for years and have always wanted to try this place out. Coming from the parking lot, we were a little confused about where to go, but our deductive reasoning told us to take the elevator up to the top level. From then on, everything was easy. Spectacular service. My hubs had informed them it was our anniversary upon making the reservation, and after checking in they offered us a Congratulations. We were ushered to our table, one with a premium view. The sommelier offered suggestions for wine and our server was extremely well versed in the menu. The manager overheard me expressing concerns about the venison dish and offered more information. My husband ended up ordering that dish and LOVED it. We finished everything off with their famous creme brûlée. We were very impressed with both our food and our service, and will definitely come back for another special occasion dinner.
(5)Pat S.
Not just your average review. Great story and example of how good the service is...even when your not the diner. I wanted to do something really nice for two of my friends on Valentine's day. One problem though, they live in Arizona and I'm in California. I know! I'll send them to dinner...wait, but where? I have no knowledge of the restaurant scene in AZ. So naturally, I jump on Yelp and start looking up restaurants. Different Pointe of View comes up and it looks like a fantastic choice. I check with one of my friends (she is in on the surprise) and turns out this is one of their favorite places to eat. They are both foodies so that told me immediately that the food must be excellent. So I found a place, but how do I arrange this so that everything goes smoothly? Enter Catlyn, the hostess who answered the phone when I first called. I explain the situation and what I would like to happen. I was expecting something to the tune of "I am sorry sir but we cannot accommodate a request like that," or something of that nature. Catlyn responded enthusiastically to this idea and said she would email me the correct form to fill out so that dinner would be taken care of. She then took my reservation for my two friends and assured me that they would be well taken care of. Within hours the form was in my inbox. I filled it out, preselected a bottle of wine off of the website and faxed it back to the restaurant. Catlyn responded to each and every email correspondence I sent her regarding my requests as well as making sure her managers were aware of the situation. Her enthusiasm and professional manner made me feel at ease with regards to how the evening would unfold. I knew there was only so much I could do from California so I was reliant upon people I have never met. I spoke with Catlyn on the phone once again to confirm the reservation and that everything was in place. She assured me everything was good to go. I was trusting the