Nosh Arizona

I really wanted to like this place more than I did.  I love small restaurants like this because it allows the kitchen to focus on their cooking.  At their worst points they aren't going to be slammed because there are only 10 tables or so.  That should mean quality output every time.  I found the food to be almost there, but not quite.  

Let's talk about  the positives though...

The atmosphere is great.  It is an intimate enviornment with great seating and decor.  Perfect for a date, to grab a drink at the small bar or lounge area, or a family dinner (adult family...leave the brats at home).  

The menu is great.  Short, sweet, and to the point.  There are about 6 dinner choices and some pizzas.  The appetizers include bruchetta and a few other choices.  "The Nosh" appetizer was great.  Best thing I ate.

The beer list was great.  They only had 3 on tap but there was a large menu of bottled/can craft beer.  The list even had the price of each.  I love when restaurants do this.  There's nothing worse than looking at a beer list with no prices.

The prices: More than fair.

The entrees themselves lacked something though.  We ordered the duck and the chicken.  The duck was a good looking breast presented nicely but it just wasn't great.  The skin wasn't crispy and the fat wasn't rendered enough.  It was like the pan it was cooked in was 25 degrees too cool.  I'll likely order this again and ask them to make sure it's crispy.  The chicken was stuffed with fontina and some other ingredients.  Served over fairly plain pasta the whole dish was very average.  For dessert the brownie was really average as well.  

All told, it was a good meal but it wasn't great.  I'll hopefully be back and I look forward to ordering some other items on the menu.  Hopefully I'll be able to update the review to four stars at that point.

Stopped in right when they opened a few Sundays back. I think this caught them a little off guard but we were hungry. The place is small but that is what is kind of great about it. Plus, the amazingly comfy chair! I didn't believe the other reviews either. I asked myself "How can chairs be that comfortable?" but they really are!!  With the food, they certainly don't skimp on the cheese on the bruschetta. I love cheese so I thought that was great! We also tried the Alfredo Pizza. It was fantastic. I liked it so much that I'm starting to have cravings for it! Only four star instead of five because the cupcake for dessert was just not very good. Which was disappoint since everything else was tasty.

I feel I should divulge that I have been to this establishment several times and am just now writing the review.  Honestly I just don't want a hoard of foodies finding out about it and messing with my ability to stop by and always find a comfy chair.  However, I also want them to stay in business so, here 'tis.
My first visit was right when they opened and most recent was a week ago.  I really like this place. I don't understand the complaints of a few reviewers regarding small portions.  I have not left hungry once!  The brushetta is plenty for two people to share and always tasty.  The goat cheese is almost too much for that slice of crunchy perfectly toasted bread.  The brie & fig type combo's are basically dessert and the tomato version is always fresh and delish!  I've had the pork rib/shank w/risotto, duck, lamb and an amazing pizza with maple bacon and italian sausage.  Never a bad meal.  
The staff is knowledgeable and provides good input to help pair a wine with your meal.  If I'm still not sure or wavering, they have offered a taste.  I also find it really nice that Stacy comes out into the dining area often and speaks with her customers to make sure everything is to their liking.
As for the price, yes, it's a bit higher than your local happy hour spot.  But good grief, please tell me where else are you going to get this type of quality food, unique selection and wines that you will not see EVER on your chain restaurant HH menu!
At the risk of giving up my comfy chair, I encourage you to go try NOSH.  Cheers!