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Quiessence vs House of Tricks

Both restaurants are praised by experts. On balance, House of Tricks ranks slightly better than Quiessence. House of Tricks ranks #7 in Phoenix with accolades from 6 sources such as Fodor's, Travel + Leisure and Rough Guide.

Quiessence
Quiessence
8 / 10
The Farm at South Mountain, 6106 S. 32nd St. Phoenix, AZ 85042
From $50 /night
Frommer's Frommer's
"You won't find your typical Phoenix/Scottsdale dining experience here, and that's exactly why I love it." Full review
Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure
"Lead by executive chef Gregory Laprad, Quiessence serves contemporary American cuisine." Full review
Zagat Zagat
""Set in a historic home with a warm country feel", this "romantic" South Phoenix "gem" matches its "magical location" with an American menu." Full review
Gayot Gayot
13.0
"Take a stroll through the gardens and have an apéritif on the lawn before going inside for sophisti-comfort, garden-driven cuisine." Full review
Where Where
"The Slow Food movement is in full bloom here, in labor-intensive, gorgeous entrées that showcase local farmers’ and ranchers’ yields. Open for dinner; reservations recommended." Full review
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House of Tricks
House of Tricks
8 / 10
114 E 7th St, Tempe, AZ 85281-3711
From $12 /night
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"No, they don’t do magic, but Robin and Robert Trick will still wow you with their eclectic contemporary American menu that borrows influences from the Southwest, the Med and Asia." Full review
Zagat Zagat
"There's "no trick" when you "treat yourself" at this Tempe "classic", where the "exceptional" American fare is "prepared and presented with flair"." Full review
Rough Guide Rough Guide
"Tiny modern-American place in the University district named for chefs Robin and Robert Trick, with lots of vegetarian options and some lovely, well shaded courtyard seating."
Fodor's Fodor's
"There's nothing up the sleeves of Robert and Robin Trick, who work magic on the ever-changing eclectic menu that emphasizes the freshest ingredients in entrées like grilled Scottish salmon." Full review
Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure
"Enjoy a glass of wine in the outdoor Garden Bar or opt for a cozy dinner on one of the multiple patios. You won’t be disappointed." Full review
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