Share(480) 515-2575
8700 E Pinnacle Peak Rd
Scottsdale,
AZ
85255
33.6989
-111.8923
Neighborhoods: Pinnacle Paradise, North Scottsdale
Hours:
Mon-Fri: 10am-2pm, 6pm-9pm
Sat 6pm-9pm
Brunch: Sun 10am-2pm
Price:
$$$$
Parking:
Lot
Last updated 1.30.09
What People Are Saying About Michael's Restaurant-Citadel
The Editor
Contributor
Citysearch
In Short – The golden-hued dining room exudes warmth with candles and a brick fireplace, while a 23-foot waterfall adds a splash of granduer. Standout entrees include the pan-seared juniper duck served atop a bed of dried apricot couscous and the herb-seared Chilean sea bass. Seasonal desserts, like the blueberry bread pudding, ensure a perfect ending.
03/30/07
Avoid At All Costs
by giorgigi at Citysearch
The restaurant touts its "2001 Best Of" on its website, which it really shouldn't. The service, food used to be "okay" if you wanted incredibly tiny, mediocre portions of an actual meal. Not sure what happened, but Michael's is definitely resting on its laurels. The blase chef, Michael, as stated in a previous review, couldn't care less about your "dining" experience as long as you pay. I'd rather have been eating in a Burger King.
- Pros: They don't physically assault you other than with their food
- Cons: Yes
03/27/07
What a Rip-off!
by littleitaly3 at Citysearch
If you are considering dining and we use that word loosely at Michaels at the Citadel, you may want to rethink your decision. We had the displeasure of dining there on three occasions. The raving reviews (I suspect written by the proprietor?s relatives) sucked me in on the first occasion. On the last two occasions the restaurant was selected by business associates and fortunately it was on their expense account
For $180.00, not including tax and tip, two can ?dine? as follows; two tiny (think match-box size) lamb chops, a couple of glasses of vastly overpriced wine and a non-descript salad. Switch the entree to Chicken Parmigianino and only pay $125.00 not including tax and tip. Please tell me what chicken dish is worth that amount of money? Throw in dessert and up the two entrees by another $20.00. The Chef?s special Beef Tenderloin at over $35 a pop was far from tender and the fish could have been fresher.
We have no problem paying $100 per person for a very good dining experience. There are literally hundreds of good non- pretentious restaurants in Scottsdale that offer great food along with good value. If you are looking for an excellent Italian restaurant go to Leccabaffi?s in Scottsdale. If you are looking for Chicken Parmigianino you can find it anywhere, even at Carrabba?s, at a quarter of the cost and much better tasting.
Bottom line, save your money and dine better elsewhere.
- Cons: see comments
12/28/05
Simply Superb!
by myulian at Citysearch
My boyfriend and I went there for a birthday dinner and to say the least, I was really impressed by the food and services. We ordered the rock shrimp risotto for appetizer, which was extremely flavorful. And for entrees, we ordered the signature braised ribs and lemon sole.... and they were all delicious! The waiter was polite and attentive. He made sure my boyfriend enjoyed his complementary birthday desserts. Overall, our dining experience was simply superb!
- Pros: Good parking, Fireplace, Patio dining
- Cons: Expensive, Rather old decor
The Details on Michael's Restaurant-Citadel
Where to Sit:
For a real treat, reserve the glass-enclosed chef's table that overlooks the kitchen. A party of six to eight can dine on a multiple-course dinner from a custom menu.
The Extras:
Want to hone your culinary skills? Call to find out what cooking classes are being taught to learn the techniques of the restaurant.
Category:
Payment Methods:
Gift Certificate, American Express, Diners Club, Visa, MasterCard
Restaurant Special Features:
Romantic Dining, Special Occasion Dining, Brunch, Outdoor Dining, Private Rooms, Group Dining, Fireplace, Notable Wine List, Prix Fixe Menu
