Metropolis — Restaurant in Scottsdale

Biggest takeaway for me was how expectation meets reality. From the suggestion on Google search to visit this top rated restaurant with great reviews on their food I expected to find a nice restaurant and be blown away by atmosphere and cuisine. Instead I found wrong directions and a marker to an area where the restaurant isn't even located. After 20minutes I finally found it and discovered this is just a small bar like place that's really more appropriate for the people living in the condos surrounding it. When I entered I wasn't greeted and I had to ask if it was open seating. After sitting down it took 15min for someone to even greet me and bring a menu. The clientele there use this place as a bar it seems and most of them were locals who lived there. This isn't a problem but again...my expectation from the listing on Google...I ordered the meatballs as an appetizer and the pork bowl as my entree. They were decent tasting and not bad by any means but from the reviews I would say underwhelming. I do like that the menu options reflect a more diverse, modern, selection of food and not just your typical bar food but again this place really is just like a bar. I would recommend this place if you live in the surrounding condos or are visiting the offices etc. I would highly recommend this place if you are looking for a BAR with a nice patio and view if you sit outside and a cozy spot if you sit inside. The food was good but I wouldn't say as spectacular as reviewed. Parking will be a challenge as I had to find a spot in a garage which is mainly for residents but probably depends on what time of day you go. Also the marker on Google showing where the place is located is wrong. Makes GPS take you further away. With some improvement this place would be fantastic as it really could be like a little hidden get a way and I think the idea of a place tucked away just adds to the...

We had friends in town from Vegas and Sun City West and ALL parties decided on Metropolis. It was amazing but the decisions were arbitrary.

The MAJOR challenge that we encountered was locating the place. We were in separate cars, traveling at separate times but had the same GPS Challenges.

Our car arrived first, so we had a chance to look around and absorb the ombience. It was a Saturday afternoon brunch and our waitress was 'HAZEL.' She was amazing throughout our long stay. Once we start talking, well, it was a while before we left but everyone employed by the restaurant remained polite and professional.

At times Metropolis became crowded and the atmosphere became more joyous.

All of us ordered different meals, so we had a chance to view, and taste, numerous preparations. The plates are large and the food was impeccable.

My wife and I plan on returning soon, so that we can have a nice meal and walk across the street to the mall to relax. We highly recommend Metropolis if you want to spend a relaxing day in...

I found it by accident and it was a fortunate one! Located in a newer metro living complex we had to drive around it a couple of times. Parking was easy and after a short walk under a well-shaded area we found Metropolis. Small place with a good looking bar and an awesome menu. It has a very eclectic menu which gave us many options to please us. I had the honey ginger shrimp platter with Asian slaw. I liked it but found it too sweet. Shrimps were enormous. Ron had mac'n cheese with meatballs. I tasted his mac and preferred it to my dish. Our friend had the pork bowl and devoured the whole thing! We also shared a caprese salad. I liked it but l was again overwhelmed by its sweetness as it was covered with a balsamic glaze. I still give it a five star for their creativity, diversity and service and l will return to try...