Bourbon & Bones Chophouse | Bar

I prefer this location over the Scottsdale one. Servers are nicer and it’s a chiller environment. Some of the best steaks in the valley, biggest shrimp I’ve ever seen, and a relaxed atmosphere make this one of my favorite steak houses. I was there and they happened to have a 3 course meal deal, it was a no brainer to order it! I usually get the ribeye but had the filet this time and loved it. If you go, don’t hold back and enjoy what they have to offer, it won’t disappoint.

This restaurant is absolutely delicious! I ordered the petite filet mignon with creamy horseradish, b&b cheesy potatoes, and roasted broccoli, all of which was cooked to perfection and so flavorful. We also ordered the butter cake for dessert which did not disappoint. Food and drinks are on the pricier side, so forost this is probably more of a special occasion type restaurant.

Start off by expressing how wonderful the entire staff was! The “suits” walking around felt a little too much but they’re trying to make this establishment feel high end. Five stars for that. Unfortunately, the food is mediocre. $16 for a “loaded” baked potato that had a few pieces of bacon & tsp of sour cream? Filet had a gamey flavor, burnt on outside cooked correctly on the inside but couldn’t eat it. The French onion soup was very good. The table next to us was celebrating a birthday. About 13 people yelling and screaming. Wasn’t quite the romantic setting we were looking for. Definitely better than the bird restaurant across street though! Will try another visit.

Dom & Shawn were our excellent bartenders last night. Service is always excellent! The communication between Dom & Shawn was outstanding. Both introduced themselves made sure they got our names and remembered! Dom made us outstanding!! Espresso Martinis. I had a tequila espresso martini and he made my husband his own famous whiskey! Espresso martini! Bone marrow for appetizer! We always get the French onion soup! Butter cake desert! Expect to spend $$$$ here. It’s worth it all around.

Attended an event here last evening. I wish I brought my winter coat because it was absolutely freezing and I was wearing warm clothing!! The food was good for the most part: the Caesar salad was bland, the filet mignon was perfect, the shared broccoli side was burned and the shared mashed potatoes were good but very skimpy (about 2 tablespoons per person at our table). The chocolate cake was very sweet. It was not an enjoyable experience due to the freezing room temperature, therefore I cannot recommend and will not return.

Upon entering Bourbon & Bones we had an initial poor first impression. We had a reservation, but ended up waiting ten minutes to be sat while a walk in without a reservation was sat before us. We then requested to be sat at a different table which they then accommodated us. Service was initially slow with our first round of drinks taking 15-20 minutes to get to our table, but our second round of drinks arrived in a more timely manner. My significant other ordered his steak medium rare, but it came out medium. I ordered a dozen oysters and the chicken and orzo which were tasty. I enjoyed the touch of choose your weapon of steak knife. They had a wonderful selection of bourbon. Nicole was attentive and menu mapped for us. Max was personable and also attentive. The manager was the one who had come over to reseat us and he was very friendly as well. It seems the hostess could use some retraining or assistance. I will also say if you’re looking for oysters this place was the most expensive for them of any place I’ve been to and I’ve had fresher tasting oysters for a lesser price at many other places. All in all, we have decided we won’t be going back.

First off: There is a dress code. It’s the first restaurant in Phoenix where it’s more than ‘No Shirt, No Shoes, No Service.’ I came here Thursday, Nov 6th, for dinner. My first time here; and first of the B&B’s locations. It’s interesting to read the reviews; and I’ve seen a few saying the Scottsdale location is better. Regardless, I’m by myself and took a seat at the bar. The restaurant is spacious, clean, and not well lit. The menus for wines, beers, & spirits is ominous. Not only on the back of the food menu, but also the bar menu. Shawn, my bartender and server, was quite informative talking about the bourbons they have. He even provided samples to taste each bourbon. A very nice touch. Take note: if you sit at the bar they’ll give you a mason jar with bacon in it. It’s only for people dining at the bar. I started my meal with the bleu cheese stuffed dates. Next was the French onion soup. My entree was the bone-in 22oz ribeye with creamed spinach and asparagus. The dates arrived; four on the plate that are good sized dates. Very delicious. The cheese was not overpowering in flavor as it is stronger compared to Gorgonzola. The French onion soup arrived next. It was awful. Straight up it has to be the worst soup I’ve ever had. Instead of one crouton with Gruyère cheese over the top, there were multiple pieces of bread crammed inside the bowl. Very difficult to scoop with the spoon. There were onions, but not a lot. The flavor was way off too for the broth. Shawn was awesome, and removed it from my check. I then ordered one shrimp/shrimp cocktail… just to try it. They’re $10/each shrimp — 2-3oz. My steak arrived with the two sides. The steak was cooked just right at medium-rare. It was fine, but not the best cut of meat. Interesting how they offer your choice in steak knives. The sides were very good. The creamed spinach was big enough you can share; and the asparagus cooked just right. See my review for Golden Steer in Las Vegas and compare who gives more? That’s a drive well worth going to for dinner. Anyway, I wrapped up everything to go as the shrimp cocktail arrived. The shrimp was very good. Not overcooked; with the tail attached. They were creative with the lemon wrapped in a cheese cloth liked arrangement. Squeeze the lemon through the cloth that traps the seeds. The only part that left loads of room for improvement was the cocktail sauce. The horseradish was in a separate ramekin that you had to add and mix. Shawn never heard of St Elmo’s in Indianapolis, IN. Their shrimp cocktails are well known. Especially their sauce as they grind their horseradish fresh; and the sauce is more pink than red. It will set you on fire 🔥 and open up your sinuses — it’s that good. For an after dinner cocktail I selected their Knob Creek (?) Pre-Prohibition Old Fashioned. Very good bourbon. Served on a one solid round piece of ice, and an orange peel for garnish. I ended the evening with the apple crumble that is topped with a scoop of vanilla ice cream; and drizzled with a caramel sauce. A fine evening with good conversation, and a few laughs with the manager, Peter. He remembered my coming the week before improperly dressed. I have a good number of other steakhouses to visit. For now would I come back to B&B? Probably not. It’s the prices that are one reason; and the other will be the choice of meats being served. In my five years living in the Phoenix area I’ve been to Black Angus, Texas Roadhouse, The Keg, and another whose name escapes me. The Keg has been the best so far. I’ve yet to visit Steak 44, Amber & Ash, Morton’s, Steak 1984, and more to name. Service makes up for food quality; but even food quality can’t save good or bad service. I hope you understand that. The restrooms are clean. Parking might be a challenge — you’ll see when you visit this location. My check before taxes was $194-ish? I appreciate the service Shawn provided, and speaking with Peter who shared some great stories from Nebraska and Florida.

This restaurant is fantastic when everything comes together. I live nearby and have visited twice already. As a big prime rib fan, that’s what I go for. The prime rib was just okay on my first visit, but absolutely outstanding the second time around. Service overall was great, though I do wish the dessert menu had arrived faster—we waited over 30 minutes and had to ask three times. Still, that’s a minor issue and definitely not a deal breaker.