Ryan G.'s Profile

Plain and simple, St Francis offers an interesting menu that makes me want to try every single thing, every time I go.

Last night, I had the Green Chili Verde with a side of the smooth velvety Whipped Potatoes. Very good indeed. Although spicy, the flavor of the dishes were excellent. My taste of Andrea's Seafood Cioppino was also bomb.

As usual, X came along with us and was as calm as ever. We're teaching him the great gift of eating at restaurants ;). While there were no other babies (or kids) during our visit, St. Francis does offer two menu items just for the little tykes... Pot roast, or cheese pizza. As an added bonus, these two items come at no charge! That being said, and if you have some foody kids, St. Francis isn't that bad of a place!

Dessert wise, I wasn't too impressed with the chocolate cake, or the time it took to make a single cup of coffee, but all that seemed to melt away as the valet had our car right at the entrance ready to go before we even got there. A nice little end to a great meal.

P.S. The bartender didn't know how to make a Gin Fizz

Situated snug in the middle of the Biltmore Fashion Park, Zinburger has become the spot for fun, hip, milkshake and burger eating delights. While I've been there four times now (once just for the Black Lager Float) I have to say that every trip has led to a very delicious experience.

Last night's order: Samburger with a fried egg. So I've had this burger  before, but without the egg... let me just say, I don't think I can order this sandwich without the egg anymore.. it made it that much better.  But that's just me. I'm into eggy things (almost as much as I'm into smoked meats and cheeses.. but I'll save that for another day.. BTW.. is there a Salumi place anywhere in Phoenix?)

Side wise, I've had the regular fries, the truffle fries, the sweet potato fries, and the zucchini fries... all very good and seasoned well. To make your meal more interactive and fun.. get your fries as a semi-appetizer that lingers around just long enough to say 'Hi' to the burgers as they come out. Otherwise.. you'll be waiting around while your beef gets cooked up.

If I had to give one negative remark, it would have to be regarding the wine selection. For a joint that actively says.. "Hey.. we do burgers and wine"... I'd have to say the job of Zinburger's sommelier is rather dull. Would you like to spend 5 bucks.. or 7 bucks? (I'm partly exaggerating)

Overall, the burgers are good, the fries are good.. and the wine.. well who drinks wine with burgers unless you're trying to make yourself look more sophisticated then you actually are. Just kidding, I love you, you know that right?