Phoenix Flame

Phoenix flame is a very unique place. Excellent music. Very clean. Top-notch service brings a different flavor to everything that is made. Not a lot of thick or deep sauces. More spices and flavors that are not overwhelming but yet so flavorful. Highly recommend

Took time with my Wife and Daughter to visit this place, based on some reviews we read. Wanted to see if it lived up to the hype! Gotta say, we were impressed! For starters, the atmosphere is clean, and somewhat reminiscent of those cute little neighborhood spots I used to experience in the City. Loved that. Although the music was a little too loud (mostly swing music which we love), we found the seating arrangements comfortable and were seated right away (it was a Thursday night around happy hour). There is a nice little bar as well. Our server was knowledgeable and checked in on us often. Starting with the Chuchaqui (Hangover Soup). Had great flavor, I loved the pulled pork in the soup as well! Not too spicy for me either. Although the Cuban Sandwich was decent, the Short Rib bowl and the Steak and Fries were probably the best items we had. Both had excellent flavor. For dessert, we tried the baklava and latin pear. Both were good, but probably wouldn't order them again. Overall, a good experience and would recommend!

The restaurant is a hidden gem for sure. We came on a Tuesday evening and stayed for quite awhile to enjoy some family time. The bartender made some delicious martinis exactly the way we like them. We got Martinez cups for an appetizer which was unique and delicious. My husband got the skirt steak for dinner, I got the Argentinian strip steak, and my mom got the grilled salmon. Each dish was cooked to perfection and piping hot. The owner of the restaurant came to our table to check on us. We finished dinner off with baklava and tiramisu that is made by the owners wife. Both are so tasty! We will definitely be back soon.

We had the most charming experience at Phoenix Flame for dinner last night! We were touring properties with a client nearby and saw all the great reviews and decided to check it out. Started out with yucca fries (amazing!) and kids pizza and we ordered the cheesesteak sandwich and the salmon bowl. Both tasted incredible and we had the chance to speak with the owner who was so kind. We loved the upscale feel and delicious food and plan to come try out the visiting chefs in the future! Definitely recommend!

The ultimate steak sandwich is truly special. 3 different cuts, fried cheese, garlic aoli, and an amazing bun. It's by far the best steak sandwich I have ever had. The flavor is robust and the meat made to order.

This place is a little gem! I ordered the steak sandwich and it was by far the best I’ve ever had. We also got the baos which were yummy. I loved all the plants everywhere. Highly recommend.

This was our first time visiting the restaurant and actually didn't know anything about it, we just went based on the reviews on Google. Let me tell you that we were pleasantly surprised.. by the food, the ambiance and the service. We loved it and we'll definitely be visiting again soon.

Food was delicious! The low lighting made for a romantic atmosphere, perfect for a date night. The waitstaff was attentive and friendly. It was slow when my fiancé and i went but we appreciated the chef coming out to ask us about our meal and chatting with us. Already looking forward to coming back.

This is definitely a gem and truely stumbled on it. Don't let the location in a strip mall dissuade you. The food is delicious with a Latin/ Mediterranean twist. We got the an appetizer, the steak and fries along with the Argentina steak. All of it was delicious and melt in your mouth. The owner/ chef came by to check on us as well. The dessert we got was the Latin poached pear- try it! It was perfect with the sweetness while being light esp after we stuffed ourselves. Definitely will be back!

From the moment you step into this restaurant, you are greeted with the utmost respect and appreciation. The waitress we had was very knowledgeable and took the time to explain the dishes & recommend her favorites. We had the Martinez cups for appetizer, the trio meat platter with veggies & I got the Berry Bliss cocktail. The reviews/recommendations for the Martinez cups did not disappoint. The cocktail was a fresh berry seltzer with strawberries and blueberries. They are a Mediterranean/latin inspired restaurant & the flavors are on point! Every time has a unique flavor (lemongrass etc). You can also see kitchen & yes the chef was wearing gloves. The decor is beautiful -greenery and twinkle lights. There are fresh plants on every table. They also have a bar with seating. Highly recommend & will definitely return

I can't say enough good things about this place, I have been there 4 times in the last month and the food is delicious and unique. They have something on the menu for everyone and they are sure to surprise you with some unique twists on delicious classics. On top of this, the service is wonderful, the staff is very friendly and you will find the owner there often and willing to greet you and get to know you better! The establishment is good for dressed up or dressed down and very comfortable.

After finding great reviews for this restaurant, we decided to give it a try. We were warmly greeted on a Sunday for dinner service. The staff were very attentive. Overall, the food was good. The accompaniments with my steak were my favorite (mashed potatoes and vegetables). I also really enjoyed the Pork Belly sliders.

Food was absolutely incredible. The menu had some great options, variety, and the food is simply premium ingredients and the dishes are all perfect. The Cubano is one the best ever and highly recommended it!

This place is simply phenomenal! Why haven't I reviewed it before. First, the service is always top notch. Yanko, the owner, continuously checks on each table. We had the Cuban sandwich today again, it's probably the best Cuban I've even had. My son had the steak with the chimichurri sauce. Amazing. We had the baklava for dessert. OMG!! The best. I'll keep coming back to this gem.

Read the reviews and thought it might be worth the 30 min drive to give this place a try. We had the Martinez cups for an appetizer and really enjoyed them. The best part was the Short Rib " Bulgogi" Bowl. The flavor was fantastic and the meat just melted in my mouth. Would I make the drive to go again, a big YES! Give it a try.

Hidden Gem I strongly suggest visiting this venue, day or night, to experience a revitalizing mocktail, flavorful chimichurri steak, and exceptional coffee. The professional staff guaranteed a memorable experience. The bar staff crafted a proper Old Fashioned.

The Food was phenomenal!!! I had salmon, my husband had Lake Superior whitefish. Those were both very tasty. The potatoes were my favorite, so crunchy and yummy, Vegetables were done to perfection.The service was great and we loved the ambiance! We will be back for sure

It's was fine. Not really memorable. Can't even remember what we ate. So just didn't impress. Maybe need to give it another try.

Amazing restaurant the passion from the chefs and the food is unbelievable there's no other restaurants like it

Great service, great food and drink list! Reasonable price for the amount and quality of food...except the yuca fries. :) The hangover soup is def a shareable size or can be an individual entree. Love the corner salad with fennels, cashew and grapes! The Argentinian steak is well seasoned and cooked to the requested temperature:) so soft and melt in your mouth! Will come back and check out the kabob next!

The place was small and intimate and surprisingly located in a strip mall. The place was very clean and we had seating right outside the kitchen, where you could watch food being prepped. Service was good. Not only were the servers attentive, the owner was very friendly by going around table to table chatting it up. Food was soo good!! Although the appetizers were small, they were packed with lots of flavor. We started off with the plantain maduro and low carb yuca fries. If you're looking to share appetizers, you'll want to order a few. My gf ordered the Argentinian steak and I ordered the steak and fries. Both steaks were packed with flavor. The chimichurri sauce was amazing- not only for the steak but to dip the fries in. It was so simple yet so delicious. We finished the meal with some crème brûlée and it was big enough to share. I was really intrigued by their chocolate cake- which is the owners mom's recipes so I'll have to try it next time I stop by... My only complaint was where we were seated which was right next to the hallway that leads to the bathroom. There's a gap that leads to the hallway then another table actually along the hallway wall. When both tables are occupied- it makes it narrows the passage way so needless to say, other patrons were knocking into the corner of my car, along with the servers. I was fine with the first bump but by the 3rd I was annoyed and wished we had been seated elsewhere. So if they try to sit you in that spot- request a different table...

came on a friday evening and my husband and i were seated right away. i ordered the phoenix flame sandwich and my husband got the ultimate steak. my sandwich was delicious and the fries were good too. lots of flavor and i love the buttery brioche. it was a very expensive meal though and i was not very full. i was also peeved that the menu said the prices were $19 and $22 but the receipt said $19.78 and $22.88 which is a little misleading. probably won't be coming here too often unless we want to drop $55-60 on dinner.

AMAZING food!!!!!! Great prices and service was spectacular- HIGHLY RECOMMEND this place for lunch or dinner. I took my mom and sister who are very picky on food and they loved it. The sauces are yummy. Great variety on food choices!

The Cuban sandwich is outstanding. Can't recommend that enough. The RM hot chicken sandwich is pretty good too. The chicken tenders were not good. It seemed like low grade quality chicken or chicken that was frozen and then plopped straight into a fryer. It lacked flavor. Texture was off. Just bland overall. Fries pretty darn good as well.

What a gem! Upscale-looking high end fare. Great service, fast kitchen. Will be back!

Wow. Where have a been that I'm just finding out about this place? They opened Sept 2023 and are like nothing in this area - a total gem. In a very unassuming strip mall location, this place is delivering high quality, delicious food. Everything we had was spectacular. We started with the Plantain Maduro - it was sauces, sweet and salty - absolutely incredible and I'll be dreaming about it for a while. My husband got the Argentinian style NY steak and I got the grilled salmon entrees. I added chimichurri to mine. We were both raving with every bite. We found the prices to be reasonable for the quality and portion of food, but I wouldn't be surprised if some patrons thought it was expensive. Honestly it's just like nothing else in the area, but in a very very good way in my book. And bonus points - they indicate dietary restrictions on the menu like gluten free which I always appreciate. Service was fine, nothing special or bad there, but the chef came out to check on each table throughout the night which I thought was a very nice touch. Truly, you need to try this place. We will be back!

Love this little gem! Came here for dinner and everything we ordered was delicious . Staff was friendly and the owner came to greet us. It's located in s strip mall but spacious inside. Will definitely recommend to anyone interested in a good fusion restaurant!

Wet impressed with the service and quality of food. Don't expect this type of dining in a strip mall but so pleased with our dinner. Our party had the Argentinian steak, the flounder and shrimp skewers. All were top notch chimichuri was tasty on the steak and the mango crème brûlée was a perfect end to our dinner. Highly recommend.

An interesting blend of Mediterranean and Mexican cuisine. The Martinez cups are a must-try.

So good! Recommend the Latin cabbage salad and the Argentinian stake !!! New favorite place.

My wife and I love this restaurant. It was our second time visiting the new location. It's a nice intimate vibe and perfect for a date. The short rib bowl was fantastic and very filling. The plantain chips were tasty and the pico is refreshing.

A very nice experience!,, Good food, good service, pricing was appropriate. We will be back!!!!

The food here is sooooo good. I had some salmon and veggies. Their green sauce they add on the side is amazing. 10/10 definitely coming back. Service is great here and outstanding staff.

Immediately our server was so kind and welcoming and set a great tone for our dinner. She happily answered any questions about the menu and was very attentive despite being busy. We ordered the yuca fry appetizer (you MUST try the green herb sauce), the Phoenix Flame sandwich (short rib) and the hangover soup. I also ordered the Paloma which was great. All of our food was so interesting and delicious! After dinner, the chef came to each table to personally to greet the patrons and we were able to discuss the inspiration for the menu. The chef is Bulgarian and his wife Ecuadorian, so the menu is a nice Latin-Mediterranean combo which is very unique! We were already talking about what dishes we want to order when we come back. Very excited to have this new restaurant in the neighborhood!

Excellent service and outstanding food. The food is obviously prepared to order and is served hot and fresh. Many of the dishes have a special ingredient or preparation that makes them stand out. Seasoning is also spot on. We have eaten here twice in a week and cannot wait to go back. The owner is very welcoming and his wife, who is the chef, is a delight.

This restaurant used to be in Niles, and was primarily a lunch takeout kind of place. Now it is in Rolling Meadows, and has transformed into more of a fine-dining dinner scene. The interior is nicely decorated, with artistic wall engravings and cascading live plants. I have been to this new location twice now. Our first visit was shortly after they just opened, and it took a very long time to get our food. We didn't inquire, but were informed that a previous event had them running a bit late in the kitchen. Fair enough. We visited again just this past Saturday, and again, it took a really long time to get our food. So that may just be how it is here. Don't arrive too hungry. That said, the food you are waiting for is excellent. We have tried the yuka fries, plantain maduro (note: this is more savory than sweet), Martha Corner Salad, short rib bowl, Cuban sandwich, and skirt steak sandwich. I don't think you can go wrong with anything on the menu. Everything is flavorful and fresh-tasting. Portions are reasonably sized for a single person's appetite (so, if you want to share, you should each order your own thing and split). I noticed they have added brunch hours, but I have not yet seen a brunch menu. Might be a good excuse for me to head back soon!

Went for lunch. Very friendly service and good beef overall. Bottled beer was okay (had a Germain Pilsner, so had probably been sitting around awhile and therefore a little spunky), Had signature steak sandwich and beef bowl. Good, but not sure would return if had to wait because of being busy. Nice addition to the neighborhood.

I wish we'd just come for appetizers...yucca fries were great. Cuban sandwich was fine. Daughter enjoyed her huge hunk of salmon until she realized it was raw in the thicker part.

My husband and I did take out and wanted to check out this restaurant. Very nice when I walked in and staff was friendly. Food was really good! My husband had the Ultimate steak Sandwich and he said it was totally worth it. I had the lemongrass l pork skewers and they were really good especially with the cabbage slaw and potato! We will definitely be back and will dine in next time.

Food was very tasty but way too expensive for what you get. Most likely won't go back.

Great food. The service was amazing as well. You can see the kitchen through the restaurant . Love the greatness for the ingredients.

We had birthday dinner tonight at Phoenix Flame group of 9 people. Service was outstanding. The owner and stuff were very welcoming . We tried different appetizers and everyone ordered on tray. Everything we tried was delicious especially grilled octopus and shrimp kisses. From the flame shrimp skewers and Argentinian style NY steak was delicious! We ordered different cocktails and wine and everything was great. The owner brings plate with homemade baklava (they make it in a restaurant) was complimentary for the birthday and we ordered tiramisu and Latin pear for dessert. The Latin pear was unusual dessert we never try before anywhere. I really recommend this restaurant if you want to try something different and good quality. Thank you for the best evening and outstanding service!!!

Food was fantastic. I had the ultimate steak sandwich. And it's by far the best steak sandwich I've ever had. The place was very well decorated and calm and a romantic way to spend an evening just for 2. The service was phenomenal and food came out fresh and hot. We will be back.

Good steak sandwich super tender. Although I ordered a take out order I enjoyed the ambiance and decor. I want to definitely go back for table service.

Phoenix Flame is such a hidden gem. The food is amazing. Delicious deep flavors, such well cooked tender meat, tasty vegetables and perfect potatoes and fries, can't say enough! The atmosphere is very nice as well. The owner is also very kind and thoughtful. When we mentioned my son has food allergies to Dairy and Nuts, he came out to greet us so he could answer all of our questions and assure us things would be safe for him, adding in the detailed care he and his staff take. He even checked on him throughout the meal. The whole experience really put us at ease as eating out with allergies can definitely be challenging at times. My family and I plan to make Phoenix Flame a go-to spot for us.

I trekked out from Chicago to find the types of savory Latin American/Mediterranean fusion food that this place is known for...The restaurant is in a strip mall and doesn't look like much from the outside. The inside is nice. There are some vines around and otherwise sparse decoration. Of course, due to its small size, the tables are small, and for our group of five, it was a tight fit even though the restaurant was sparsely populated when we came in on a Saturday night without a reservation (I don't know if they even make reservations) and we had our pick of seating. Only three staff and one busboy were working as servers (maybe a higher-up and one lower level). The water was brought out quickly. Then, the one server and order taker was distracted from talking to another table while we waited a while to get his attention. Once we were finally able to get him over, the food came relatively quickly The service, while slow, was very nice. I would recommend that the owners increase the training, professionalism, and efficiency of staff, which would take the restaurant to another level. The food was delicious! The group tried different things from the Ultimate Steak Sandwich, Hangover Soup, Cuban Sandwich, Plantains, etc. Everyone liked what they had and said that the food was worth it, and so much so for my partner and me that we wanted to go back to try more things. I highly recommend a visit to see for yourself. I hope to visit again in the future.

Excellent steak sandwich. Really good fries. Fast and friendly service. Recommended if you are in the area.

Our group of 12 had a fabulous experience at Phoenix Flame. The atmosphere was inviting, the server was attentive and food was OMG delicious. We started with Plantain "Maduro", Grilled Zucchini, and Grilled Octopus. All were very tasty. We moved on to Ultimate Steak Sandwich, Short Rib " Bulgogi" Bowl, Grilled Salmon Bowl, and Argentinian Style NY Steak. All were thrilled with their choices. I had the Short Rib " Bulgogi" Bowl which was delicious. Can't wait to go back.

Came here for a good steak sandwich and OMG this place has a wonderful and delicious sandwiches I recommend this place and this sandwich.

The best restaurant I have been to in a long time. Although in a strip mall, once you step inside you are impressed with the clean and snazzy decor. Staff was incredibly friendly. Our waitress was prompt and well versed in the menu. Answered all our questions with great suggestions. We ordered appetizers, soup/salad course and dinner. Everything we had was perfectly flavored. The blend of Mediterranean/Latin and Asian elements were paired in smart ways. We started with the Bao Buns/Bites. Great flavored pork paired with the fluffy Asian Bun/Taco. I followed that up with a salad--crisp and fresh. I got the Phoenix Flame Sandwich as my main course. It was a delight. Short rib was tender and flavorfull. The slaw had a slight edge and crisp to the dish. Fries were some of the best. My buddies who accompanied me were equally impressed by the Steak Sandwich and the Argentian steak. They know how to properly cook meat here. Properly seasoned too. On top of the gourmet quality of our food, prices were extremely reasonable. While eating the Chef/Owner checked in on us. Very friendly and humble. But he and his wife should be proud for creating a great and unique restaurant. I can't wait to return and want to bring the whole family for the experience. Highly recommend.

Great Place! We loved the cocktails, food, atmosphere and the service. The owner and the waitress, his daughter were very friendly and efficient. We will definitely go back.

Great food, great owners. One of the owners is the chef. They both will come out and make sure everyone is enjoying the food.

This is a gem of a restaurant with unique, homemade, quality, and delicious dishes! I had the Martinez Cups appetizer which was such a delightful surprise: 3 plantain baskets filled with fresh shredded vegetables topped with salmon, steak, and shrimp (1 of each). I added the Hangover Soup that was so flavorful! The person who was with me ordered the Cuban sandwich which was probably the best one I've had (he only gave me 2 bites worth, darn!),...usually the mustard is overwhelming, theirs was all the flavors evenly matched in every bite! We were greeted by friendly staff and checked on appropriately as well as given recommendations when they found out it was our maiden visit. The atmosphere is casually elegant and they had a nice mix of seating arrangements with a beautiful cushioned 1/2 booth, 1/2 table which is where we sat.

We visited this restaurant late last year on a weekday night when it was almost deserted except for people at the bar. For some reason it gave off a strange vibe as if it was more of a private club for members other than us. The food we had was perfectly fine though the service was somewhat amateurish. The "Ultimate Steak Sandwich" was nothing special. As the evening progressed, a few more diners arrived and we felt more at ease. When the bill was presented it came in the form of a text image on a small handheld computer used by the server. We had used a Local Flavor promotional certificate and apparently forgot to tip sufficiently. The manager came over to remind us of this which felt somehow accusatory. I don't think we're going to be coming back.

I went here based on a recommendation and it did not disappoint at all. Started with the plantain maduro appetizer. It was perfect and absolutely delicious. Our table had the lemon grass pork kebab, the spicy pork, the spicy chicken sandwich and I had the short rib bowl. Each dish was perfectly executed and absolutely delicious. I loved the short rib bowl which was flavorful and beautiful. Our server was sweet and attentive. We especially loved when she made the table side tiramisu. The owner Yanko was kind and ensured things were perfect. The ambiance was quiet, intimate, authentic and inviting. This is a gem that I highly recommend.

We were greeted by the genuinely welcoming owner and hostess who were proud to introduce us to their menu. We were recommended the Ultimate Steak Sandwich, a loaded sandwich with juicy layers of steak and savory, crispy cheese in between top. The chicken wrap was pleasantly juicy. Prices were a little on the high end for an overall good meal. But passionate service from a staff really working for this new restaurant's success pulls it into a solid 3.5, four-star range.

Everything was delicious! And the service was top notch!! Don't let the unassuming facade and location stop you from trying Phoenix Flame for dinner. We will definitely be back!