Our Favorite Upscale Peoria AZ Restaurants

There are few things in life better than a great meal. If you’ve developed your taste for fine food and great company over the years, you know how special it can be to find the perfect restaurant. If you are lucky enough to be in the North Peoria area, you should be happy to know that there are several great options. Our favorite upscale Peoria AZ restaurants are all nearby and have consistently provided residents with great food and even better dining experiences over the years.

Upscale Peoria AZ Restaurants

There are plenty of restaurants in the area that incorporate an upscale flare, but a few stand out above the rest. These restaurants all offer fantastic cuisine, great atmospheres, and the type of service that will keep you coming back again and again. In fact, you may soon come to see the proximity to these restaurants as one of the main benefits of living in the area.

Arrowhead Grill

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There are few meals in this world more appetizing than a properly-prepared steak. Even if you aren’t a meat eater yourself, you have to appreciate the artistry in the meal. It should come as no surprise, then, that steak is on the menu at the Arrowhead Grill. This area favorite toes the line between simplicity and high-end cuisine, giving diners access to premium meals in a lovely contemporary setting.

A great deal of the restaurant’s appeal has to do with the vision of Chef Charles Wade Schwerd. This well-known chef has leveraged his reputation into the ability to bring top-notch meals out to customers every time, always using prime cuts of meat and the best fish available in the area. If you’re in the mood for a great steak or if you simply want a meal that’s going to make your tastebuds sing, going to Arrowhead Grill is always the right choice.

Firebirds Wood-Fired Grill

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Firebirds is one of those restaurants that seems to do a little bit of everything. Priding itself in authentic American cuisine, it’s the kind of place you can go to grab a fantastic wood-fired steak or simply to grab a drink after work. It provides high-end dining to be sure, but without the prices that are usually associated with such meals. It’s the perfect place to go if you’re looking for a regular night out, although it can serve just as well if you are looking to do something special with friends or with family.

Under the auspices of Chef Kyle Harned, diners enjoy premium meals at incredibly reasonable prices. The fare is strongly classic American, though often with a few international twists that keep diners guessing. If you’re looking for a good steak, a great atmosphere, or just a place to relax, Firebirds will be right up your alley. Definitely consider this restaurant as a lunch stop as well as dinner; you’ll find a few items on the menu that are perfect if you’re just looking for something that’s a bit lighter than average.

Ah-So Sushi and Steak

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Sushi is one of those meals that is an acquired taste, but one that you’ll continually look to acquire once you learn to love it. Ah-So Sushi and Steak is a great option not just for those who love sushi, but for those who are looking for any kind of excellent meal.

Though Ah-So doesn’t boast an executive chef, the various locations have a strongly coherent menu. There are plenty of appetizers and sushi options available, of course, but where the restaurant really shines is with its dining options. The cuisine is a cut above the average, but what really stands out is the live teppanyaki. It’s not an experience that you’ll get anywhere else, and it’s delightful to behold every time. Even better, though, is the fact that the food produced is exquisite. If you’re looking for a unique night out, this is where you need to visit.

Squid Ink Sushi Bar

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If you’re looking for a sushi experience that’s a bit different, you may want to take a look at Squid Ink Sushi. Focused far more on the sushi experience than anything else, this is a great place to visit when you want to take a walk on the wild side – at least, insofar as sushi is concerned. This great mix of traditional cuisine and fusion elements means that you’ll be able to try old favorites alongside new concoctions, hopefully helping you to find new sushi options that you just have to share with everyone.

Even if fusion cuisine isn’t your style, you’ll get a chance to relax in a friendly atmosphere. A little more relaxed than the average high-end dining experience, this is the kind of place where you can go for a drink as well as for a date. It has fantastic cocktails and great options for those who just want to spend the evening with friends, but it’s also the perfect place to celebrate a special night.

Fabio on Fire

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If you’re looking for quality Italian cuisine, this is where you must visit. Serving fantastic pizza, pasta, and other local dishes, this is the closest you’ll get to a real taste of Italy in the region. There are many great options at Fabio on Fire, and one of your hardest choices will be choosing which meal to save for next time.

Chef Fabio Ceschetti, who was born and raised in Northern Italy, brings one of the most authentic Italian experiences to diners in this restaurant. Widely considered one of the best Italian restaurants in the area, you won’t find cuisine that is more authentic or more delicious. This is a must-visit spot for anyone who loves their food well-made, as well as a place that must be visited by those who simply want to try the area’s best dining.

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