Daniel W.
Yelp
Five stars for this experience in Scottsdale! Not only is the food out-of-this-world delicious, but the service is so fantastic that I'm convinced they must have a team of culinary ninjas working behind the scenes.
And can we talk about their accommodation for non-dairy options? As someone who's always on the lookout for dairy-free options, I was thrilled to find that Second Story was not only willing but eager to cater to my dietary needs. They whipped up dairy-free alternatives with such finesse that I almost forgot I wasn't indulging in the real deal. I got the Yakatori sea bass that was their special. It paired well with their cold soba noodles. All around, great flavors. Crispy rice was probably the best I've had around. A bit smaller with the appetizer, but you can split the 2 rice squares into half for a bite for everyone with a table of four.
Their happy hour drinks seemed short poured, so I'm not sure if that's normal. The second round happy hour, the drinks were fuller. Whiskey flight was decent, but two of three were a bit harder and had some bite, so I would recommend getting the middle flight (slightly more expensive).
So, if you're looking for a place where your taste buds can dance with delight, your dietary needs are treated with respect, and the service is as warm and welcoming as a hug from your favorite grandma, look no further than Second Story Restaurant. It's a culinary masterpiece with a heart of gold!
P.s. our waitress was super nice and even lit a candle on a plate for me to blow out for my birthday since I couldn't have any of their dairy desserts. Love it, nice touch!