Twisted Rose Winery and Eatery

I hate giving a 1 star rating, but here is the experience or lack of.
The food was «unique» to say the least. The server said and I quote «it’s a new chef and his dishes look really great». To bad the new chef didn’t put a lot of emphasis on the quality part.
The pasta primavera was, unfortunately to say, nothing short of inedible. Pasta that was under cooked, a sauce that was non existent and literally no taste at all. Basically horrible.
My significant other had the fish tacos. Now I’ve had a few fish tacos in my life, and this was basically deep fried fish in a tortilla with tartar sauce. No kidding!!! We sent it back as it wasn’t anything like the menu described.(way way to much breading and not a hint of spice or seasoning).
There was only one female server who seemed disinterested in the customers and more focused on talking with another server. Tried to rationalize how the fish tacos where really good and «if I was sure I wanted to send them back?».
So quick recap– service not good, food horrible and I don’t even want to go into the Jack and Coke that was again «unique» but not in a good way.

My wife and I stopped in for date night the other day. Very nice place. The décor is very nice. The owner/​bartender was very pleasant. Service was great. They have a nice patio area but we sat at the bar since it was hot that afternoon.
I had a taste of their Chenin Blanc which I really liked. I also tried the Estrella Chardonnay. I didn’t like that as much, it was a bit tart for my taste. I do prefer creamy, buttery chards though. I also did a whiskey flight which I really enjoyed. It’s not on the menu, ask for it.
I had the steak sandwich for dinner which was delicious! Their chips were very good as well.
We had a great conversation with the owner. Hopefully they will start doing regular wine classes. If they do that I can definitely see us being regulars their. Regardless, we will definitely be back. We have already invited a group to join us for happy hour there.

This place needs some customers! Last night my husband and I had a great date night at this place… It’s not in the best location as it’s within a business complex that you can’t see from the main road. The décor is nice and they have worked hard to make the patio a nice place to hang out too.
We both tried some of their Gold Petal wines, I tried 5 wines and I really only enjoyed one of them… although I finished all (no alcohol abuse on my watch). I do consider myself a wino; my pallet is for a creamy chardonnay to a dark fruit bomb like a petit syrah. To me the wines I had were lacking something; it’s hard to say exactly what though, opened past prime time perhaps? The wine I liked the most was the Chenin Blanc. They do serve other wines as well so don’t let this sway you from going and you never know, your pallet may enjoy their wines. If wine isn’t your thing. try a scotch flight (my husband did and he said mmmmm). They have mixed drinks as well so you can find something you’ll like I’m sure.
The menu isn’t very large but I think it’s a good mix of food. They have a 4 – 5 food items offered on their happy hour and some savings to be had on drinks too. HH is at the bar and it was posted to be from 4 – 6:30 M-​F. My husband and I both got sandwiches and they were both made well.
The owner was working the night we went and she told us of some of the ups and downs of the restaurant business… she was very nice and attentive to our needs.
I do have some suggestions to the owners based on my previous experiences with other wine bars. 1. Events? Where are they posted? I couldn’t find any calendar of events on your website or on a Facebook page. Check out
… I find a lot of wine events on there. Events help to bring in customers… my old stomping grounds had a «wine class» every week where 4 – 5 tastes would be offered and an education about those wines would be presented by the wine maker or the wine distributor. A small buffet of snacks offered as part of it and the fee would be $ 5−10/person. It’s a good way to start to develop your regulars. 2. Relax/​Lounge area? A lounge area is always good… a few couches setup in a separate space with tables to place your glass and small plates… you have the perfect spot for this by the TV on the wall next to the wine room.
That is all for now, we’ll be back and we’ll be bringing some friends!

I think Twisted Rose is the best kept secret in North Scottsdale. It’s my new favorite dinner spot. It has a vibe of a quiet, local neighborhood restaurant in San Diego more than the corporate chain experience that permeates most of North Scottsdale. It’s easy to park and they have a really cute little patio area. The staff is friendly and helpful.
I am a serious foodie, so regardless of the atmosphere, the food has to be good or I am not going to be happy. I’ve loved everything we’ve gotten there.
The stuffed mushrooms with crab are beautifully presented with a very tasty sauce… not sure exactly what it was, maybe chipotle mayo. The other things we’ve tried and loved are the chicken piccata, burger, short ribs and cheese and meat board.
The prices are a bit lower than the average North Scottsdale restaurants and the portions are big, so it’s a good value. They have of course a large wine selection including some wine flights which are always fun.
Highly recommended. Net time I go I’ll remember to take some photos. The entrees come on triangular shaped plates which is a nice change from ordinary plates.

We hadn’t heard of this place until my mom got us a gift certificate from
. It sounded interesting enough in Unilocal reviews that we decided to finally try it out. For starters, we ordered the artichoke hearts. They were nice and tender, and were served with a garlicy butter. For dinner, I ordered the pulled pork sandwich. The bread was flaky and nicely baked, and the pulled pork was juicy, though it had probably a touch too much sauce. I would have liked to taste more of the pork, but the sauce was good so it wasn’t too much of a drawback. My hubby ordered their special for the day, which was a fettuccini alfredo type of pasta (unfortunately, I don’t remember what it was called) that was served with a variety of veggies, and he added chicken at an extra charge. He really enjoyed it; he doesn’t usually like brussel sprouts, but in this case he did.
The restaurant itself was clean and charmingly decorated. Service was incredibly friendly and attentive. While the menu is not particularly extensive, it is varied so each person in the party is likely to find something to piqué their interest. Overall, it was a pleasant meal and somewhere we’re likely to return.

We had a very nice Valetine’s Day Prix fixe dinner at Twisted Rose. We had spent the day at the Arabian Horse Show at Westworld and wanted to try a local eatery close by. I searched *Yelp for something close and this looked perfect. I was able to make a reservation online which was very convenient. Although I didn’t know about the Prix fixe meal when I made the reservation it turned out nicely. $ 90 for a shared appetizer, salad, entrée, dessert and a bottle of wine with dinner and one to take home. We shared the bruschetta which was very good. The salads were nice. The house dressing on the house salad a terrific vinaigrette. We each got the NY Strip with lemon buerre over sauteed veggies. Outstanding. The dessert was bread pudding and tasty but kind of a let down after the hype. A very calm and pleasant vibe. We saw an old friend and the young man who helped fill water was wonderful. Glad we went.

Twisted Rose has a lot of pluses and a few glaring minuses, so, depending on what is important to you, it is anywhere from 2 to 5 stars.
The good stuff: They actually cook here. For example the french fries are clearly home-​made, fresh and tasty. The fish in fish-​and-​chips is hand-​battered in house, and the fish was a premium selection — halibut. Three good size chunks of fish plus the fries for $ 12 is a bargain if it tastes good. And at Twisted Rose it does.
The chicken picatta was also very tasty, although the chicken was a shade on the tough side. The faro salad would have been exceptional except that it was served on a flood of whipped goat cheese that looked and unfortunately tasted a lot like mayonnaise.
The service was attentive — maybe a bit too much so — and the ambiance was comfortable rather than luxurious.
Sounds like five stars, but …
The bad stuff: Most of the wines are Gold Petal brand, and the one I had, the Chenin Blanc, was not very good — over acidic with no aftertaste but acid and sulfite. Other than these house wines, there are only about a dozen unimpressive selections.
Prices vary, with some good values and some not so good. Some plates are large and some are a bit small. You’ll just have to sort it out.
Overall, I will be back to try a couple of other menu items and maybe give the wine another chance.
HINT: Happy hour is 3 to 6:30 weekdays, but it isn’t much of a bargain foodwise. Appetizers are all $ 2 off, but that’s not a lot when a shrimp cocktail goes from $ 12 to $ 10. However, the pulled pork slider is discounted from $ 4 to $ 2 and it is a bargain.

Went to lunch with my wife today, and we decided to go here because I have haven’t been. My wife got a cheeseburger and I got the pulled pork. We were quickly seated by one of the co-​owners, and our server arrived shortly thereafter with waters.
He took our drink orders and disappeared inside. We sat on the outdoor patio, where there was a nice breeze and plenty of shade. He came back later to take our orders and after a fair wait the food was brought out fresh. Pork was delicious. It was topped with a blended vinegar and mayo coleslaw and served with hand cut steak fries.
The portion sizes were good. The sandwich came out on flaky bun that somehow seemed crispy at the same time, it was delicious. After we had finished eating we were sitting waiting on the check, and the other owner came out to check on us see if we enjoyed the meal and how things were going. Once we got the check paid we were on our way.
Overall, the food was very good. There was a large selection of wines if you’re into that kind of thing. The place looks relatively new, so everything is clean and shiny and well kept. The only really negative comment that I would have to say is that the service was on the slow side. For dinner this would not have been an issue, but for a lunchtime crowd, who is most likely on a time constraint, quicker service would probably do them well.
All in all, I would absolutely come back here and recommend it. But unless they speed up their service I would say to stick with a dinner visit if you have time constraints for lunch.

Came here with a coworker for the happy hour since we were both late taking lunch (arrived around 3:15 p.m.). We had a very good time! Our server was very friendly and welcoming — I didn’t catch his name, which I regret.
I had the Angus burger. My coworker had the pulled pork sandwich. We both had fries for our sides, although the also offer side salad, coleslaw, and house-​made chips. The Angus burger with cooked exactly as ordered — medium. My coworker complimented the sauce on the pulled pork sandwich and said he would order it again the next time we go.
Our server made white sangria that he offered us samples of, and it was incredible. Sweet and tangy, without an overwhelming alcohol taste, and I don’t usually like white sangria, but I’d order this again next time! This time I opted however for a white wine, the Savignon Blanc which was on the happy hour menu. Side note: their happy hour runs from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. Tuesday through Friday.
Peter the owner was extremely nice and easy to talk to and checked on us before we left. He and his wife are the new owners here. I will definitely be returning to this location in the near future and giving other things on their lunch menu I try.
They are a little hard to find because they are tucked away, but they are in the same parking lot as the Savers store. It is worth looking for their location for good food, outside seating, and nice service. Next time I go here I would definitely love to give the Chocolate Lava desert a try!
Overall: A
Great service, tasty food, and ambiance make this a great lunch /​happy hour locale!