Pinard Wine Bar & Restaurant — Restaurant in Scottsdale

Good evening fellow Phoenicians, this evening my mother and I took a detour regarding our dinner plans. I had spent the day toiling away at work while my 83 year old mother spent the day yelling at her barking Yorkshire terrier. I called her and inquired if she was desiring an evening of seafood. She lives in north Scottsdale and I did not want to travel far. We decided on a destination close to home.

However, upon reaching our destination she had a change of heart. I heard "Uh, I don't really want to go here (establishment to rename un-named to prevent shame), they aren't as good as they once were." I said "okay", let's find something else. As we pulled away and started to drive, we saw "Pinard Wine Bar". I had not recognized the name before, it used to be some generic "American" fare place that went out of business. I said "I'd love some wine", as the day had been a bit stressful with patients. She suggested something else, I pushed a little and said "Ma, I would like some wine, let's try this." She lovingly agreed to appease her 51 year old son.

Pinard Wine Bar had a lovely, spacious interior. Vibes of a Victorian establishment, plenty of space between tables as to not enjoy the conversation of people you do not know. Beautiful decor, classy. All of the staff is dressed differently, with attractive employees, most had smiles. We were seated immediately and informed they had just opened 1 day ago. This alone made me smile. I terribly enjoy new endeavors. The silverware was gold in color so I felt as though I was important. The chairs are those of your grandmothers you were never allowed to sit in.

Our server was a wonderful young man, smiling and attentive. He advised us of an appetizer and entree that were specials of the day. He also informed us the menu would be expanding as they have actually not officially had a grand opening yet. He seemed the slightest bit nervous, but soldiered on :). We perused the menu and immediately fell upon the Gazpacho, a favorite of my mother and I. We knew we would be trying this. I did not wish to harm fowl or fish, so I settled on the Rib-eye as the cows have had their moment, forcing us humans to "Eat more Chikin". My madre merely wanted the Gazpacho as she claimed a small appetite. I too ordered the Gazpacho as I do not wish to share. I also ordered the Rib-eye with mashed potatoes. I wanted horseradish to go with it, at which point my mother scowled. I took this to mean she would be engaging in partial theft of my bovine entree. The excellent young man suggested a different sauce that in my 51 years have never heard about. My worldly mother however, said "oh yes wonderful! , let's have that too". I still cannot pronounce it now. My mother does not indulge in the fermented grapes of the world. I chose a Malbec. Do not ask me the name, I told the young man, that is my favorite and he stated they have an excellent one a vendor recently presented to them.

Our meat was delicious, the mashed potatoes were fantastic, but the Gazpacho, goodness. I felt as though I was in Spain, watching the birds fly overhead as each spoonful touched my lips. It was delicious.

The staff smiled, whomever our waiter was, thank you sir. You were wonderful, thank you for your kind and joyful aura. The ambience is adequate. The food was delicious. If I knew the name of the Malbec I enjoyed I would say it. Just ask for "the Malbec", that's how I received it.

I highly suggest trying this new restaurant in North Scottsdale, give them a shot, you will enjoy your time.

Thank you to Pinard for a wonderful time with my mother. May God bless you and may you enjoy success in your business...

My wife and I have been excited about Pinard’s opening, and as soon as it opened, we went for dinner. What a fantastic experience it was. We started with an appetizer and drinks, and the bartenders wasted no time. They were fast and skillful, getting our cocktails to us almost instantly, while also making them delicious. Pinard has a thoughtfully curated wine list that was the highlight of our night. We chose a few of their exclusive wines to pair with our dinner, guided by the excellent recommendations of the wait staff, who are both knowledgeable and attentive. When our meals arrived, we were blown away. The food was sensational, unbelievably fresh, vibrant flavors at an affordable price point. Toward the end of our meal, the owner, Letty, came by our table to check in. She was incredibly warm, genuinely excited to have us there, and even asked if we had any feedback. We were stumped and honestly couldn't think of a single thing to suggest. When we asked about the wines, Letty shared details about their specialized equipment that keeps more wines on tap while preserving their freshness. Her passion for the restaurant and dedication to her guests and staff is evident. The ambiance of Pinard transports you, it’s a European escape right here in Arizona. The decor and atmosphere have that rare, authentic charm that makes you feel like you’re dining in the French countryside. The wine selection, especially the recommendations, paired flawlessly with each dish. On the night we visited, they happened to be showcasing their members only wine lounge attached to the main dining area. It’s cozy, peaceful, and beautifully designed, creating an intimate setting that’s perfect for wine lovers. I’m excited to join as a member and can’t wait to return. The idea of having a local spot with exclusive, curated wines is exactly what I’ve been hoping for in this area. Pinard is a must visit. It’s unlike anything else around here, you’d have to fly to Europe for a comparable experience. We’ve added Pinard to our favorites list and look forward to making it a regular spot. Hats off to the entire Pinard team, keep up the...

First time at Pinard's and my wife and I had a fantastic meal! We will be repeat customers. Now, for details...

We started with the fried artichoke and filet skewers, and we opted for a bottle of the Sokol Brosser pinot noir...delicious! Also, the wine menu was solid. Not overly extensive, but very well curated (IMHO)!

For our main, we got the beef bourguignon and filet with au pauvre sauce...

The beef bourguignon was the definition of layered savory. FANTASIC! I would go back just for this dish. BTW, the whipped mashed potatoes were amazing, too.

The filet was perfectly cooked interior temperature with a proper sear and crust on the outside. The au pauvre was fantastic...just peppery enough with a fantastic kiss of warm spices. The sides also well-seasoned and perfectly cooked.

For dessert, we both went for the chocolate mousse. We LOVE chocolate mousse and could not resist the temptation. The good news: the chocolate mousse was a very good pot de creme. The miss...it was not mousse. That said, it was delicious, and the rest of the food was so amazing, as was the service, I stand by my rating.

I would only recommend 2 improvements: The mousse is not a mousse, it is a pot de creme. Rename it, or address the recipe. The flavors were amazing, but the consistency and mouth-feel are not a mousse. That said, I would order it again! The theme and vibe is on target. It felt like a quiet, off the main street bistro in Europe. I would recommend a much stronger coffee service. The coffee was "good". To match the 5+ rating on the rest of the food...enhance the coffee service. I recommend French Press...or even a Nitro coffee for when it is warmer, or both

Bottom line...I will definitely be going back! The beef bourguignon is a destination dish. If nothing else was served, i would go back 3-4 times a month just for...