Heritage Kitchen + Cocktails — Restaurant in Scottsdale

WOW WOW WOW!!

Heritage Kitchen is one for the books. I never thought that what I would normally see on TV would be right in front of my face allow me happily to explain.

I came across Heritage Kitchen on my Instagram timeline. I didn’t think too much of it and when I did, I followed and little did I know that was the time that they were starting to create Heritage Kitchen for individual such as myself and you to come in to enjoy fine dining. I stay connected with them throughout the process via Instagram, liking and commenting on posts and really just getting an idea and understanding of what I was about to endure.

Communication was continuously kept and when it was time to reserve a table, I did immediately and I will say I was excited when the day came to actually go to dinner. I brought my sister with me to Heritage Kitchen to enjoy the anticipated moment that turned out to become AWESOME and BEAUTIFUL night.

Upon arrival, we were taken back by the ambience, being greeted with a warm smile and guiding us to our table, but as we were walking we saw many different seating areas that brought a different comfortable feel to each area.

Once we were seated, we both smile with excitement. The table was decorated with elegance. Our waiter greeted us with a huge “it is my pleasure to serve you” smile. He was familiar with the drink and dinner menu. When he came back with our drinks and appetizers, we were taken back as to how breathtaking they were. WOW! Bartender ~ YOU DID YOUR THING!!!

When it came to our entrees, “OH MY (OUR) GOODNESS”!! We said “this is what you see on tv, but it is right here in front of us”. You can only get this type of feeling from a chef who knows what his audience wants, but most importantly you can tell making people happy through his food is his PASSION. Chef Chris Brugman worked with Gordon Ramsay, was on Chopped (Season 36 Episode 4) and had interactions with Martha Stewart. If you are wondering, “did we have dessert”, uhhhh yeh lol. Our dessert order came to us and we had to sit there and marvel at the fact of how beautiful the desserts were. My sister had a moment of a heartfelt nostalgia. Her dessert reminded her of her mother (who has passed away), her eyes watered up because the dessert took her back to her childhood and what her mother use to make her. “What a touching moment….right?” Chef Chris ~ THANK YOU!!

If you are in the Scottsdale area and you want to create a moment, if you want to feel like you are a part of someone’s HERITAGE, this is the place to go!!! I am confident it “will become” your go to spot because it is mine!!

I would like to say to Chef Chris and Heritage Kitchen team “THANK YOU”(matter of fact there are not enough THANK YOUs).

The night was an absolute true experience! THANK YOU for allowing us to SHARE your heritage and SHARE your dream!

I will say this in closing, experiencing YOUR HERITAGE has now become OUR HERITAGE!!!

Heritage Kitchen + Cocktails...

Heritage Kitchen & Cocktails is outstanding!

From the moment you walk in, you’re welcomed by a warm, beautifully designed atmosphere that’s both modern and inviting. The decor is absolutely stunning — every detail feels intentional and sets the tone for an incredible dining experience.

The food is beyond amazing — every dish is crafted to perfection, full of flavor, and plated like art. You can truly tell the chef puts passion into every bite.

The cocktails are delicious and creative, perfectly balanced and made with top-tier ingredients.

What truly sets Heritage apart, though, is the staff. Everyone is incredibly knowledgeable, personable, and attentive — you never feel rushed, just genuinely cared for.

This spot is an absolute must-visit. Whether you’re coming for date night, family dinner, or drinks with friends, Heritage Kitchen & Cocktails delivers a five-star experience from...

Tucked away in the McDowell Mountain Marketplace — easy to overlook, yet utterly unforgettable once discovered — lies Heritage Kitchen + Cocktails. The food is simply exceptional, and the service couldn’t be warmer or more attentive. We rather enjoy dining at the bar, and the team there is absolutely marvelous — Erin, Aaron, Casey, and Chianti, to name but a few.

The atmosphere has that rare charm which makes you want to linger just a bit longer, and the outdoor patio is both beautiful and wonderfully inviting. And I must mention the Espresso Martini — quite possibly the best I’ve had in ages, perfectly crafted and utterly delicious.

A genuine hidden gem. I can’t wait to return for another of those divine martinis and, of course, more of the fabulous food.

P.S. Did I mention the...