The Bottom Line
Two of us enjoyed a romantic evening meal at Latitude 30°. We each had an appetizer, shared a bowl of soup, each had an entree, and shared a dessert. Excluding beverages, tax, and tip, our bill came to about $42 per person.
Latitude 30° cuisine is probably best described as California eclectic with Asian flair. All courses here are presented in an artistic and appealing manner. The flavors are delicate, but not so subtle as to all seem the same.
Pros
- Upscale, but not pretentious
- Resort casual attire
- Prices reasonable
Cons
- Be careful to exit the revolving door to the restrooms at the right time!
Description
- Latitude 30° is located on Baseline Road, just west of I-10.
- Residents of and visitors to this part of town have a lovely upscale option at Latitude 30°.
- Don't miss the half-price lounge specials at Latitude 30°. Try the Asian BBQ Pork Loin Ribs!
- Latitude 30° offers a children's menu for the younger set.
- Patio dining is available. Fireplace and heaters in the winter, but not misted in the summer.
- The decor is casual chic--modern with lots of beveled glass. Great restrooms!
- I noticed that all the diners at Latitude 30° received very attentive and professional service.
- Latitude 30° is affiliated with the Arizona Grand Resort (formerly known as the Pointe South Mountain Resort).
- My suggestion: add a few flowers to the decor.
- Reservations are recommended.
Guide Review - Latitude 30°
Following a wonderful chef's special creation of the evening in the form of an amuse bouche (a small taste), we started on our appetizers: the Blue Crab Cakes ($11) and the Shichimi Seared Ahi Tuna with Thai Sticky Rice ($12). I saw many orders of the Grilled Curry Chicken and Rib-Eye Satay being delivered to other tables, as well as the “Sunizona” Heirloom Tomatoes and Bocconcini Mozzarella salad. They will be on my 'must try' list for the next visit to Latitude 30°.
After our appetizers we shared a bowl of Maine Lobster Bisque ($9). Spicy (almost salty) and incredibly rich, we could have easily called the meal done at that point. Thankfully, we kept going, because our entrees at Latitude 30° were luscious. Both the Japanese Katsu Style Pork Tenderloin ($22) and Hibachi Style Hawaiian Butterfish ($23) were outstanding.
We couldn't eat another bite--but we had to have dessert: Five mini Crème Brulees ($8) presented colorfully and whimsically, in different flavors. Not too sweet, and just the right ending to a fabulous dining experience.
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