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5700 E. McDonald Drive Paradise Valley, AZ 85253

480-607-2300 

http://www.sanctuaryoncamelback.com/f...  

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5700 E. McDonald Drive Paradise Valley AZ 85253

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  • American, Asian, Fusion
    $$$$ $$$$
    All Major Credit Cards, Diners Club, cash
  • Resort elegant
    Banquet Facilities, Catering, Kid Friendly, Patio/Sidewalk Dining, Private Party, Smoking, Wheelchair Accessible
    Breakfast, Brunch, Dinner, Late Night, Lunch
  • Full bar
    Accepted
    Valet
Description

Directed by executive chef Beau MacMillan, Elements celebrates high cuisine in bold, uncomplicated style -- fancy fare that leaves pretension at the door. The ever-changing cuisine is seasonal American, but with gutsy Asian accents. Specialties include fresh seafood, organic produce and dramatic dishes like prime beef carpaccio with maytag blue cheese and smoked walnut vinaigrette.








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  • 2010 | Best Place to Meet a Celebrity Chef

    Executive Chef Beau MacMillan is a longtime luminary in the Valley culinary scene, but nowadays he's also a bona fide celebrity chef, thanks to his role as co-host of The Food Network's Worst Cooks in America. Stop in for a lavish dinner and an eyeful of Paradise Valley from elements' swanky dining room, and don't be surprised if MacMillan shows up to meet and greet guests. The amiable chef is also on hand for the restaurant's summer "Lunch and Learn" series and serves exquisite multi-course... More »

  • 2009 | Best View

    Sanctuary on Camelback Mountain has a real gem in elements, its signature fine-dining restaurant. Executive chef Beau MacMillan ranks among an elite group of chefs who've taken on an Iron Chef (in this case, Bobby Flay) and emerged victorious in the popular Food Network TV show. And his cooking is considered some of this city's most exquisite, meshing contemporary American with Asian flourishes, such as shrimp and pork pot stickers with hoisin butter, or juicy Maple Leaf Farms duck breast... More »

  • 2008 | Best Romantic Restaurant

    If you're going to get your mojo working, it helps to have a sexy setting. At elements, the fine-dining spot at Sanctuary on Camelback, every aspect of the restaurant seems designed to conjure up romance, from sleek furnishings and an unforgettably gorgeous view of the surrounding mountains to chef Beau MacMillan's Asian-inflected, seasonal cuisine. Dishes like pan-seared wild salmon with udon noodles, shiitake mushrooms, snap peas, sesame, and ginger are sure to make your loved one's mouth... More »

  • 2007 | BEST PLACE TO IMPRESS A NEW YORKER

    When we hit up the Big Apple, our friends like to dazzle us with a whirlwind of bright lights/big city excitement. But when they visit us, we don't even attempt to reciprocate. Why bother, when there's nowhere in the Valley that could compare with Manhattan's intensely urban vibe?Instead, we show them our yin to their yang at elements, the jewel in the crown of the exclusive Sanctuary resort. Nestled into the side of Camelback Mountain, it's all about desert tranquility, with a dramatic view... More »

  • 2006 | BEST VIEW

    If you've only stopped by this scenic Paradise Valley resort for a drink at the Jade Bar, its oh-so-stylish lounge, you've probably raved about the view. But you haven't seen anything until you've stepped into the dining room at its Asian-inflected restaurant, elements. Practically every table in the place has a stunning, panoramic view of Camelback Mountain and its neighboring hills. And, as viewers of Iron Chef America surely know, the food ain't bad, either. More »

  • 2004 | BEST PLACE FOR A TWILIGHT DRINK

    We love the drive up to Sanctuary, the super-chic hotel nestled up against the north side of Camelback Mountain, and we love the fiery hot wasabi nuts they serve in the cozy bar. After a cocktail or two at elements, the beautifully arranged bottles behind the bar twinkle, particularly at twilight. Or maybe it's just the cocktails. Either way, this is a perfect spot to end the day, just a short drive to either downtown Scottsdale or the Biltmore. Cheers! Readers' Choice: elements More »

  • 2003 | BEST PLACE TO IMPRESS A CLIENT

    We read somewhere that when political/royal structures were built in the old days, they were made to be as huge, ostentatious and overwhelming as could be, so as to intimidate visitors from other countries. So imagine bringing that finicky client to the Sanctuary, situated on 53 acres on the side of posh Camelback Mountain, with breathtaking views of the north Valley, including ooh-la-la Paradise Valley. If the view doesn't bring your client to quivers, we guarantee the cuisine will.... More »

  • 2001 | Best New Restaurant

    It's easy to become bored by same-old, same-old classic American food. Yet we've become overwhelmed by chefs conjuring up crazy concoctions like wasabi-glazed truffles in caramelized cognac with anchovy chutney. That's why we're so taken with the Asian-influenced American cuisine served at Elements. Rather than shtick, Chef Chuck Wiley wisely keeps Asia to an accent, focusing on the beauty of fresh ingredients and carefully honed flavors. Wiley changes the menu monthly, and offers unusual... More »

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  • phoenixnewtimesbestof
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    | Phoenix, AZ | 315 Reviews

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    | Wed, May 6, 2009

    If you're going to get your mojo working, it helps to have a sexy setting. At elements, the fine-dining spot at Sanctuary on Camelback, every aspect of the restaurant seems designed to conjure up romance, from sleek furnishings and an unforgettably gorgeous view of the surrounding mountains to chef Beau MacMillan's Asian-inflected, seasonal cuisine. Dishes like pan-seared wild salmon with udon noodles, shiitake mushrooms, snap peas, sesame, and ginger are sure to make your loved one's mouth water, while decadent desserts like chai-spiced honey cake and chocolate three-ways will help you leave subliminal messages about what's in store after dinner. And if the aphrodisiac effect of so much wining and dining kicks in too soon, don't worry — this is a resort, after all.

  • mwilbon
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    | Washington, DC | 15 Reviews

    4
    | Fri, March 27, 2009

    It’s got one of the great views anywhere, and certainly one of the great views in the valley. It’s on the hillside in the Camelback area. Everything is good there. I’ve never had a meal there that wasn’t a 9. It’s got all the things you want – ambience, comfort, it’s a high end location, it’s a showy location. Every meal I’ve had there is good. The menu changes. It’s seasonal. It’s got it all.

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Main Menu
Beginnings
$9.00
Elemental Soup
chefs selection of the best seasonal ingredients
$9.00
Charred Edamame
togarashi, lime, sea salt
$16.00
Charred Broiled Asian Oyster Rockefeller
spinach, lop chung, sesame hijiki
$14.00
Fire Roasted Coromendel Oysters
spinach, lop chung, ginger
$15.00
Fiery Calamari
fried herbs, pepperoncinis, miso scallion vinaigrette
$24.00
Hudson Valley Foie Gras
caramelized butter tart, toasted pistachios, date syrup
$17.00
Wild Escargot Pot Pie
roasted garlic, spinach, mushrooms, soy caramel
$16.00
Santa Barbara Mussels
kiffer lime, coconut & yuzu kosho
$9.00
Shishito Peppers
crisp garlic, sesame
$13.00
Caramelized Leek & Mushroom “moo Shu”
scallion pancake, ponzu
$15.00
Roasted Pork Belly
cucumber kimchi, braised bacon hash, citrus hoisin glaze
$18.00
Beef Carpaccio
celery, walnuts, maytag blue, arugula & black pepper, wasabi emulsion
$21.00
Ahi Tuna Tartare
cucumber, toasted pine nuts, green onion, sesame crostini
Salads
$14.00
Asian Pear & Tempura Goat Cheese
watercress, frisee, toasted almond, chinese mustard vinaigrette
$12.00
Market Greens
watermelon radish, japanese cucumber nori, red onion, soy sesame vinaigrette
$14.00
Warm Squash & Shiitake Mushrooms
mizuna, chinese sausage, coriander peanut dressing
Entrees
$31.00
Free Range Chicken Breast
garlic whipped potato, farmed spinach, cipollini onion jus
$36.00
Braised Short Ribs
truffle mac & cheese, crisp kale & parsnip salad
$38.00
Snake River Farms Pork Chop
sweet potato casserole, charred brussels sprout, honey hoisin glaze
$38.00
Maine Lobster Udon “carbonara
pancetta, oyster mushroom, thai basil, tomato jam
$46.00
Chilean Sea Bass
green onion hash, beluga lentils, bacon dashi broth
$31.00
Butternut Squash Dumplings
goat cheese, chinese broccoli, sage, ginger & carrot butter
$28.00
Vegetable Green Curry
chickpea fritters, beech mushrooms, cucumber mint crème fraiche
$36.00
Maple Leaf Farms Duck
forbidden rice, cherry braised cabbage, fragrant black bean drizzle
$39.00
Miso Glazed Scottish Salmon
ginger bok choy, baby carrots, udon, soy, ginger, coriander
$36.00
Bbq Shrimp & Grits
garlic paprika broth, fried egg & smoked chorizo
$36.00
Szechwan Pepper Flat Iron Steak
black garlic chive butter, parmesan frites
$44.00
Bacon Wrapped Filet Of Beef
cauliflower, roasted shallot, asparagus, blue cheese, zinfandel syrup
Sides
$10.00
Grilled Asparagus
$12.00
Rock Shrimp Sticky Rice
$15.00
Truffle Mac & Cheese
$7.00
Chinese Broccoli, Oyster Sauce
Desserts
$11.00
Warm Gingersnap Doughnut
honey & ginger glaze, vanilla bean cream
$11.00
Coconut Panna Cotta
passion fruit, coconut, avocado
$11.00
The Pb Bomb
silky peanut butter mousse, dark chocolate glacé, crispy nutella base
$11.00
Salted Pretzel Bar
chocolate bavarian, nougat, toasted peanuts, stout syrup
$11.00
Roasted Apple Tarte
sour cherries, toasted almond gelato
$11.00
Warm Butterscotch Pudding Torte
coconut gelato, sugar tuile

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