About This Guide
These listings are a selective, rotating guide to area restaurants. The summaries reflect independent judgments; no fees were paid for inclusion. Price ranges, necessarily somewhat subjective, are: Inexpensive = $ or $20, Moderate = $$ or $21-30, Expensive = $$$ or $31-45, Very Expensive = $$$$ or $45 or up.
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The Clinkscale Hotel, Bar + Grill (American/French)
The Clinkscale takes its name from the historic building (constructed in 1899) it’s inside of. Upstairs is a six-room boutique hotel. The Clinkscale manages to feel both modern and historic at once. Expect hardwood floors, leather and steel accents and exposed brick. We choose to sit by one of the large windows to watch people stroll by. Brunch here is always a good idea. We immediately devoured our savory and sweet Lemon Ricotta Pancakes topped with blueberry compote and maple syrup. The Original Egg Sandwich – bacon, avocado, tomato, American cheese, basil aioli – was decadent, flavorful and hearty. Best of all? Before noon from Monday through Friday, mimosas are just one penny with any brunch order. The rest of the menu is packed with sandwiches and salads. We enjoyed the texturerich Cheese Tortellini salad, a mix of greens, tomatoes, bacon, red onion, asiago, roasted pine nuts and creamy pesto dressing that’s a meal in its own right. The Artisan Grilled Cheese & Roasted Tomato Poblano Soup is of note. We loved the colorful presentation. The orange soup was served with a red tortilla chip. The sandwich featured a decadent and delightful mix of American, chevre and gruyere cheeses in between two slices of warm, toasted asiago bread. Cocktails here are creative and fun. We loved the Arizona Mojito, white rum, fresh lime, mint and prickly pear. This refreshing libation was tempered by the sweet prickly pear. We loved the oh-so Arizona ingredient in this mixed drink. It’s tough to find beignets, and that’s why we had to order them. These warm, fluffy doughnuts of sorts were light, dusted in powdered sugar and served with scrumptious vanilla bean custard and chocolate ganache. The beignets were a perfect way to end our meal at this outstanding restaurant. Open daily, 8:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m., for brunch, lunch and dinner. • 309 Main Street in Jerome (928-634-6225) (theclinkscale.com) ($$ TO $$$)
The Haunted Pizano (Italian)
Occupying the space that housed the group’s Grapes Restaurant & Bar, The Haunted Pizano is cozy. The restaurant features just 12 tables with eight interior booths, a private dining space upstairs and three outdoor patio booths. Try to snag a table outside. The sweeping views of Jerome are breathtaking. Food-wise, look forward to plenty of hearty Italian cuisine. Pizzas are stone-fired and truly outstanding. The menu includes both white and red pizzas. The Meatball & Burrata pizza is a fantastic option. The rich pie is topped with beef and pork meatballs, fresh creamy burrata, house made mozzarella and San Marzano tomato sauce. We admire The Haunted Pizano’s true dedication to crafting dishes that are made from scratch. House-made pastas are another stellar choice. The rich Bucatini Cacio e Pepe features crispy prosciutto, cracked black pepper, Pecorino Romano and butter. The thick bucatini noodles were complemented by the simple and delicious cacio e pepe sauce. For lighter fare, The Haunted Pizano also serves fresh entrée salads. Diners can sink their forks into salads like Mista, a healthy mix of organic greens, roasted sunflower seeds, shaved Parmigiano Reggiano, tomatoes and onions that were all dressed with a zesty white basil vinaigrette. To finish up a meal here, consider one of the classic Italian desserts. These include tiramisu, limoncello cake and a seasonal cannoli duo filled with flavors like Nutella and pistachio. Open Friday to Monday, 11 a.m. to 8 p.m., for lunch and dinner. Closed on Tuesdays. Reservations are highly recommended. • 111 Main Street in Jerome. (928-639-8477) (thehauntedpizano.com) ($$)
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