Imagine the smokiest baba ghanoush you’ve ever eaten, strewn with fresh mint, pine nuts and juicy, jewel-like pomegranate seeds that burst with tangy sweetness. The smoked eggplant spread is also stellar. ![]() Hummus mantled with harissa-spiced short ribs, juices seeping into the creamy chickpeas, is an early favorite, wonderful with crisp fried shallots. It smells nice, too, thanks to the smoke emanating from the imported wood-burning hearth and custom Santa Maria-style grill that dominate the kitchen.Īs an inveterate grazer, I could happily eat here every week, dipping into every dip on the menu. Housed in the long-vacant Esplanade space first occupied by Houston’s and later by ill-fated Del Frisco’s Grille (a Texas chain), the bi-level restaurant – with its center-stage bar, glass-enclosed wine room and stunning views of the kitchen – looks fantastic. It’s like one of those rare Hollywood sequels that outclasses the original – lighter, snackier, less predictable and altogether more fun.Įxecutive chef Chris Mayo (J&G Steakhouse, LON’s at The Hermosa Inn) – recruited by Baltaire partner Travis Strickland, himself a chef – also fills a void in Valley dining few of us perceived before FLINT came along: that of a sexy, high-end alternative to the humble Middle Eastern mom and pop.įLINT’s charm begins with its aesthetics. And although Hollywood power players probably won’t be regulars here, FLINT’s menu is – to my possibly plebeian mind – vastly superior to Baltaire’s, combining the smoke and char of a classic American steakhouse with boldly flavored Middle East dishes and light coastal preparations from the Mediterranean. That said, I’m super excited about FLINT by Baltaire, a glitzy Mediterranean-accented restaurant in The Esplanade that constitutes a massaged version of L.A.’s super trendy Baltaire, which made a Sea of Galilee-size splash in Brentwood when it opened in 2015. I like hyper-local originals, not watered-down copycats that seldom seem as energetic, sincere or together as their progenitors. With few exceptions – the fabulous Roka Akor in Scottsdale being one – popular restaurants imported from other cities just don’t ring my bell. could ignite a dining renaissance at the beleaguered Esplanade. Bring your adventurous side and explore the awesome drink menu.Like some enchanted upscale reimaging of Pita Jungle, this spot-on Mediterranean import from L.A. Highly recommended! Really chill and sexy place. Open most nights of the week, the stylish Upstairs At Flint offers a perfect spot to unwind with friends and soak in amazing Arizona sunsets, overlooking both Biltmore and the surrounding mountains. A bit lighter on the food menu, Upstairs serves a set of chef-crafted bar bites, but even more so, a premium selection of creative and crafted cocktails. Upstairs At Flint features a fabulous atmosphere, tasty drinks, amazingly friendly bartenders, creative delicious cocktails, awesome & spacious outdoor area, great appetizers, wonderful service, rooftop views with decor, good vibes, awesome scenic views, decent prices, and pretty good food. Best of all, the downstairs restaurant is also complemented with a top floor open-air cocktail lounge, called Upstairs at Flint. Located at the Esplanade in Phoenix’s Biltmore neighborhood, Flint By Baltaire is a modern and trendy restaurant, serving woodfired contemporary American fare daily as lunch and dinner. Sweet location with a cool laid back feel. ![]() Pairing chef-crafted bar bites and premium cocktails, it’s the perfect spot to unwind with friends. Upstairs at Flint is an open-air rooftop cocktail lounge boasting sweeping city and mountain views of Phoenix Biltmore neighborhood. Upstairs At FLINT Phoenix, Guide & ReviewĪre you looking for a wonderful bar in Phoenix? Upstairs At Flint is the place to be.
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