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7111 E. 5th Ave. Ste. E. Scottsdale, AZ 85251

480-398-4208

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Best New Restaurant
Award Winner 2011

Cuisine(s): American, Appetizers, Bar Food, Burgers, Modern America

Price: $$, $$$
Payment Types: All Major Credit Cards

Serving: Dinner, Late Night, Lunch
Alcohol: Full bar

Parking: Lot Available

Description

Don't let the name and the address fool you. Citizen Public House, from former Cowboy Ciao culinary master chef Bernie Kantak, may sound pretentious, but its stylish yet relaxed atmosphere and offerings of classic American fare with a delicious kick in the ass are nothing short of modest classiness. From picture-perfect scallops and standout starters like the luscious pork belly pastrami to the Original Chopped Salad (so popular it has its own Facebook page) and dreamy desserts courtesy of Tracy Dempsey — at Citizen Public House, deliciousness is in every detail. Partner and mixologist Richie Moe (also a Cowboy Ciao alum) devotes as much attention to the libations as Kantak does to the food. So whether it's an evening out, a pairing dinner, happy hour fun, or late-night noshing — all with the added enjoyment of a team that's as comfortable to be around as your dining companions — Citizen Public House deserves to be in heavy rotation on your restaurant playlist.

2011 | Best New Restaurant

Don't let the name and the address fool you. Citizen Public House, from former Cowboy Ciao culinary master chef Bernie Kantak, may sound pretentious, but its stylish yet relaxed atmosphere and offerings of classic American fare with a delicious kick in the ass are nothing short of modest classiness. From picture-perfect scallops and standout starters like the luscious pork belly pastrami to the Original Chopped Salad (so popular it has its own Facebook page) and dreamy desserts courtesy of... More »
2011 | Best New Dining Trend

There's a trend that we're crazy about. All the cool kids are doing it, and it's where you can catch the best eats -- and the hottest gossip about the food world, which lately has us wishing we'd produced a reality show called The Real Chefs of Scottsdale.Late-night menus are being offered at a handful of local restaurants, and at some of the best ones, too. Usually called "Staff Menus," these late-night dinners often feature a single meal selected by the chef or the waiters, and... More »

Lifting the Wine-List Veil at Citizen Public House

By Brian Reeder | Wed, May 16, 2012

Welcome to Vine Geeks, where Brian Reeder and Pavle Milic of AZ Wine Merchants take the drinking game quite seriously. Pay attention -- you might just learn something. Today, Brian heads over to Citi... More »
Three Ways to Eat Your Way Through Arizona Restaurant Week

By Laura Hahnefeld | Tue, May 15, 2012

Sure, it may be called Arizona Spring Restaurant Week, but this nine-day sup-fest -- from Saturday, May 19, through Sunday, May 27 -- takes place when the Valley starts heating up and the restaurant b... More »
100: Tracy Dempsey

By Chow Bella | Wed, May 9, 2012

From now 'til we publish the 2012 edition of Best of Phoenix, New Times and Chow Bella present 100 Tastemakers -- Valley residents who make the cut in our culinary scene. Some you'll know; for others... More »
Seven Don't-Miss Wine & Farm (& Tequila!) Dinners in Metro Phoenix

By Dominique Chatterjee | Tue, April 24, 2012

Whether you're looking for the perfect way to celebrate a special occasion, or just want an excuse to enjoy a decadent and delicious night out, there's a dinner this spring for everyone, including win... More »
Ten Favorite Metro Phoenix Grilled Cheese Sandwiches

By Shannon Armour | Thu, March 29, 2012

The grilled cheese sandwich -- the ultimate comfort food. The G. C. can make you feel better when you're super sick, it can chase away the homesickness blues, and it can even be your best food friend... More »
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Main Menu

Starters

$12.00

Pork Belly Pastrami
‘tender belly’ pork belly, rye spaetzle, brussels sprout sauerkraut, mustard jus

$9.00

Grits + Gumbo
white grits, andouille sausage, okra, gumbo filé

$12.00

The Citizen Chopped
chayote, heirloom popcorn, snow pea greens, grape tomato, halloumi cheese, pickled cucumber-onion salad, parsley-garlic dressing

$9.00

Bernie’s Mac ‘n Cheese
gorgonzola, emmental, cavatappi, chilled tomato relish

$12.00

Burrata
gioia burrata, wild arugula, marinated grape tomatoes, grilled lepinja

$12.00

The Original Chopped Salad

$7.00

Local Field Greens
grape tomatoes, dried cranberries, goat cheese, cashews, choice of dressing: lemon-mint vinaigrette , creamy parsley-garlic , celery seed balsamic , mustard-fig vinaigrette

$15.00

Dungeness Crab Cakes
smoked red pepper aioli, celery root slaw

$12.00

Kale Caesar
tuscan kale, grape tomatoes, croutons, crispy scamorza cheese, eggless caesar dressing

$10.00

Chicken & Waffles*
buttermilk-marinated fried chicken, oat waffles, almond butter, blue clover honey

Burger, Blt, Etc.

$13.00

Lamb Burger
serbian lepinja roll, pickled cucumber-onion salad, tzatziki, kennebec french fries, housemade ketchup

$12.00

Az B.l.t
local ‘tender belly’ bacon, campari tomato, tender greens, aioli, caramelized french bread, pickled vegetables

$12.00

Halloumi Cheese
serbian lepinja roll, chickpea puree, campari tomato, pickled cucumber-onion, tender greens, tahini, lemon-mint vinaigrette field greens

Main

$20.00

Amaro Meatloaf
montenegro amaro italian liqueur, pork, beef & parsnip meatloaf, smashed yukon gold potatoes, roasted zucchini, veal demi-glace, mushroom cream

$28.00

Fair-trade Short Ribs
roastery of cave creek coffee rub, roasted parsnip puree, dried cherry bbq sauce, sautéed greens

$28.00

Atlantic Swordfish
pan seared, roasted cauliflower fregula, charred tomato vinaigrette, lemon/tarragon butter

$24.00

Applewood Smoked Duck
maple leaf farms duck breast, creamy rosemary millet, apple/bing cherry compote, spiced pistachios, sautéed greens

$24.00

Pan Seared Scallops
‘tender belly’ hampshire bacon, roasted corn grits, wilted snow pea greens, red rock cola gastrique

$20.00

‘smart Chicken’ Is Cool
grilled ‘smart chicken’ breast, sweet corn risotto, smoked onion & shitake mushroom hash, truffle oil

$32.00

Porcini Filet Mignon
porcini rub, smashed new potatoes, sautéed greens, white beech mushrooms, demi-glace, black garlic butter

Bar Snacks

$5.00

Rosemary Roasted Nuts

$5.00

Bacon-fat Heirloom Popcorn

$9.00

‘kilt Lifter’ Fondue

$8.00

Hummus & Tzatziki

$5.00

Assorted Olives

Desserts
By Tracy Dempsey Originals.

$10.00

Black & Tan Pudding
dark chocolate pot de crème, caramel pudding, whipped cream, pretzel brittle, brown sugar shortbreads

$9.00

Chocolate Pecan Bars
chicory ice cream & salted chocolate caramel sauce

$9.00

Sticky Date Cake
ras el hanout ice cream, lemon toffee sauce

$10.00

“donuts & Coffee”
bread pudding from bourbon glazed donuts, vanilla sauce, café au lait ice cream, brown sugar streusel

$10.00

Bag ‘o Bacon Brittle
tracy’s packaged ‘original bacon-pecan brittle’

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Citizen Public House

7111 E. 5th Ave. Ste. E. Scottsdale, AZ 85251

480-398-4208

Description

2011 | Best New Restaurant

2011 | Best New Dining Trend

By Brian Reeder | Wed, May 16, 2012

By Laura Hahnefeld | Tue, May 15, 2012

By Chow Bella | Wed, May 9, 2012

By Dominique Chatterjee | Tue, April 24, 2012

By Shannon Armour | Thu, March 29, 2012