Hotel restaurants are no longer just for jet-lagged travelers in search of convenience. According to a joint report from OpenTable and Kayak, hotel dining is becoming a major reason people choose where to stay and even where to travel.

Nearly half of Americans say they’ve booked a trip just to visit a restaurant, and 38% say they've picked a hotel specifically for its culinary offerings. With food playing such a central role in travel plans, OpenTable and Kayak have unveiled their first Top 100 Hotel Restaurants in America and Arizona is serving up two solid reasons to celebrate.

The menu at J&G Steakhouse at The Phoenician sizzles with great steaks.

The restaurants were chosen based on verified diner reviews from OpenTable, focusing on consistent excellence in food, service and atmosphere. Restaurants needed to demonstrate a sustained track record of positive feedback. Kayak’s data added another layer, tracking the growing trend of travelers picking hotels based on restaurant offerings.

Here are the Arizona restaurants on the list of Top 100 Hotel Restaurants in America 2025.

Different Pointe of View in Phoenix

Perched atop Tapatio Cliffs in north Phoenix, this upscale New American restaurant delivers dramatic city and mountain views, especially at sunset, making it a favorite for special occasions. The menu includes lobster bisque, short ribs, pork belly and filet mignon.

More than 5,300 diners have weighed in on Different Pointe of View, giving it a 4.6 out of 5 overall rating on OpenTable. Guests rave about the ambience, which leads the pack with a 4.8 rating, followed by stellar service rated at 4.7 and food rated 4.5. While the value comes in a bit lower at 4.3, most agree the experience is worth the splurge.

J&G Steakhouse Scottsdale at The Phoenician in Scottsdale

Located on the resort’s fifth floor, J&G blends swanky retro-vibe decor with a steak and seafood menu crafted by acclaimed chef Jacques Qualin under Jean-Georges Vongerichten’s influence. Patrons rave about melt-in-your-mouth steaks, standout sides like Yukon gold mashed potatoes and creamed spinach, and sweeping views of Camelback Mountain and arriving planes at dusk.

With over 3,200 diners chiming in, J&G Steakhouse holds a 4.6 overall rating on OpenTable. Guests highlight the refined service (4.7) and stunning ambience (4.8) as standout elements of the experience. The food also earns high marks at 4.6, and the value clocks in at 4.3, showing it’s a bit of a splurge.