Christopher’s at Wrigley Mansion
Phoenix
James Beard Award-winning chef Christopher Gross, the 2016 Scottsdale Culinary Hall of Fame Lifetime Achievement Award winner for his contributions to the Arizona epicurean community, dreams big. Like, free-standing glass restaurant with 180-degree city views, retractable roof and open gourmet kitchen big. Opened amid COVID-19 after several years in the making and with the eyes of chefs, press and diners around the country watching, Christopher’s at Wrigley Mansion had to live up to a lot of hype. But it didn’t. It exceeded even the loftiest expectations with its eight-course tasting menu boasting whimsical plates featuring Wagyu beer, caviar, truffles and foie gras as well as bistro lunch offerings and “Christopher’s Classics,” a menu available several days of the week starring Gross’ most beloved and awarded dishes from the past 40 years. Truly, this is a bucket list spot in Arizona already.