Category: Restaurant Reviews
The restaurant reviews on Mike’s Road Trip are highly valued by visitors because they provide an honest and detailed account of the dining experience. The reviews are written by Mike, who personally visits and tries each restaurants featured, they provide a thorough evaluation of the food, service, atmosphere, and value. They also include photographs, tips and recommendations on what to order, and information on the restaurant’s specialty and history. The restaurant reviews are also updated regularly to ensure that the information provided is accurate and up-to-date. Additionally, the website also provides information on the types of cuisine offered at the restaurants, and the price range, which can help visitors to make a more informed decision and find the perfect spot to eat according to their taste and budget. The restaurant reviews on Mike’s Road Trip website are a valuable resource for visitors, who can rely on them to make informed decisions about where to dine during their road trip.
Café Monarch: An Artful Duet of Cuisine and Romance
Scottsdale is the hub for many unique and trendy restaurants, some have staying power and some do not. My belief is that Café Monarch is here to stay. Under fairly new ownership (2013), Christian & Phillip Lewkowicz and Executive Chef Branden Levine have created a perfect duet of cuisine and...
Read moreSanta Fe School of Cooking
I was first introduced to the Santa Fe School of Cooking in 2012, as it was a stop on my culinary tour of Santa Fe, New Mexico for the USA Today and Rand McNally’s “Best of the Road” rally. (By the way, Santa Fe ended up winning the “Best Food”...
Read moreBeckett’s Table: The soul of culinary confection
Opened in 2010 Chef Justin & Michelle Beckett, along with Scott and Katie Stephens, launched a ‘new’ vision including ‘old’ favorites. Nestled between the elegance of the Biltmore area and the hip and trendy Arcadia neighborhood, Beckett’s Table is an upscale dining experience with a comfortable casual feel. The restaurant...
Read moreTalavera typifies fine-dining
The Four Seasons is synonymous with luxury and uncompromising quality…the Scottsdale location in the northern part of the city embodies those guiding principles that make the brand so coveted. Nestled at the foothills of Pinnacle Peak (an iconic rock formation and historic North Scottsdale area), amid towering saguaro cacti and...
Read moreSanctuary “elements:” Where Yin Meets Yang
Arizona is recognized for some of the most amazing resorts in the world. Sanctuary, located in the heart of Scottsdale is an upscale resort at the top of that list. In addition to the breathtaking scenery, tranquil spa and modern classic rooms, Sanctuary houses the award-winning restaurant, “elements” and “Jade...
Read moreCitizen Public House: Where comfort meets class
Scottsdale, Arizona has long been a hotbed for innovative culinary cuisine and trendy nightclubs, especially clustered within the downtown/old town area. I recently received a suggestion from one of my readers encouraging me to try one of the latest gastronomic experiences, Citizen Public House (CPH). My readers rarely steer me...
Read moreMother’s Day at the Wigwam
As someone who has lived in Arizona off and on most of my life, I have always been familiar with the historic Wigwam Resort, but for whatever reason, a visit had eluded me. As a travel blogger on the road most of the time, it’s been years since I had...
Read moreSKY: luxurious Lappish cuisine with a view
On my last evening in the Lapland capital of Rovaniemi, I was looking for a really nice place to enjoy one last Lappish meal before my departure. I asked a number of the locals which restaurant they thought I should try; nearly all said, “SKY Restaurant.” SKY is located at...
Read moreAlchemy turns food into fun fare
Located in the San Diego community of South Park (just east of downtown) is a neighborhood restaurant the locals rave about, so I had to check it out for myself. Alchemy is a casual and slightly eclectic place serving up some interesting culinary fare and craft cocktails. The focal point...
Read moreKemi SnowCastle is downright cool
For years I've been enamored by the idea of a seasonal and temporary hotel made of snow and ice. I recently had an opportunity to visit one of the most well-known snow and ice structures in the world...the Kemi SnowCastle. While the unusually warm weather and overcast skies did not...
Read moreNili takes guests on Lappish culinary journey
Restaurant Nili in downtown Rovaniemi, Finland is a local staple that whisks guests away on a culinary journey by creating a dining experience that embodies the fresh ingredients from its Arctic region. The interior furnishings are traditional Lappish, with hand crafted materials such as reindeer horns, Lappish woods, and reindeer...
Read moreRestaurant Juuri serves fantasic Finnish experience
As a self-proclaimed "foodie," I absolutely love it when I discover a restaurant that can play a symphony for my taste buds, while at the same time exciting my other senses. During a trip to Helsinki, Finland, I had an opportunity to dine at Restaurant Juuri, an authentic European-feeling bistro...
Read moreBest Restaurants in Plattsburgh, New York
Foodies will rejoice over these Fantastic Four Restaurants in Plattsburgh, New York Everyone expects to find great dining options in the big cities, but what I like to do on Mike's Road Trip is discover epicurean delights in small town America. As a connoisseur of good food, I look at...
Read moreFive Best Santa Fe Restaurants
Santa Fe, New Mexico is located about an hour north of Albuquerque and offers a unique southwestern experience. The dining options are as plentiful as they are distinct and impressive, rivaling that of larger cities with its innovative creations and overall selection. As a matter of fact, last year the...
Read moreAmuse Bouche: Bistro offers French panache, gourmet petit déjeuner
The adage “breakfast is the most important meal of the day” is one that resonates with me. I enjoy having at least one hearty and/or decadent breakfast per week; Sunday is typically that one day. While I’ve had many wonderful morning meals through my travel, breakfast is not one I...
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