House of Tricks vs The Mission
Both restaurants are rated very highly by reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, The Mission is the choice of most reviewers compared to House of Tricks. The Mission has a TripExpert Score of 88 with praise from 8 reviews including Lonely Planet, Zagat and Frommer's.
House of Tricks
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114 E 7th St, Tempe, AZ 85281-3711
From $12 /night
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."
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Zagat
"There's "no trick" when you "treat yourself" at this Tempe "classic", where the "exceptional" American fare is "prepared and presented with flair"."
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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
"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."
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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."
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The Mission
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3815 North Brown Avenue, Scottsdale, AZ 85251
From $30 /night
Zagat
4.5
"This Old Town Nuevo Latino is "dark but inviting", evoking a "romantic" atmosphere as "efficient" waiters prepare "tableside guacamole" and deliver "delicious", "flavorful" plates."
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Rough Guide
"Named for the whitewashed adobe church alongside, and with stunning decor - including one wall made of salt blocks - that's designed to echo its architecture."
Gayot
15.0
"Lovely Latin American flavors in a modern-Mission-goth mood."
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Fodor's
"The food will take your taste buds to new levels at this dark and sophisticated space adjacent to a historic Catholic mission."
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Travel + Leisure
"The adjacent Old Adobe Mission serves as the inspiration for this chic restaurant’s candle-lit, modern-colonial décor."
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