Flagstaff is a beautiful town in Northern Arizona - a perfect escape for the summer with cool temperatures in the mid 70s. Flagstaff hasn't been known as culinary hotspot but that is slowly changing. Brix Restaurant & Wine Bar opened in Flagstaff, Arizona’s Historic Carriage House during the spring of 2006. They are committed to sustainability and conservation, and driving a strong farm to table culture. The restaurant is small, only 13 tables (and there is also the option of eating at the bar) -- so reservations are a good idea. They also have a wonderful patio area which during the summer is probably the best way to enjoy the good cuisine of Brix. Brix's inventive menu rotates, so you will always find something new on the menu. Since it is a wine bar, they have an extensive wine list as well as a few beers and a full bar. We had some inventive cocktails before our dinner. They were able to accommodate my wifes vegan dietary restrictions and the menu actually calls out which dishes are vegan - a nice touch. For appetizers we tried a couple of items and they were all very good My wife tried the Caramelized Cauliflowers and she enjoyed it quite a lot. They added golden raisins, pinenuts and panko to the dish to give it some crunch. Rich appetizer and quiet delicious. I tried the Roasted Beets and the Cornmeal Fried Washington Oysters.The Oysters were the best choice - candied bacon, spicy aioli and collard green added some texture to the dish but what really lifted this course was the local ocra. It added some sour notes to the dish which really worked well with the other ingredients. For the main course my wife was served an amazingly crisp and visually stunning Roasted Beet Risotto. I tried the daily fish which was Halibut. The daily fish is normally served with the same ingredients but the fish changes depending on what the fish supplier think is fresh and of high quality. A great concept which works quite well when you serve white fish. I also tried the Roasted Duck Breast with blue corn gnocchi, duck confit, aragula, pine nuts, preserved lemon an a huckleberry reduction. A delicious course even though the duck was slightly overcooked. The huckleberry reduction had just enough acidity to compliment the duck and the gnocchi. A well composed dish with savory flavors. Brix also have a great list of desserts. I decided to go with the bread cake and I wasn't disappointed. I don't normally order bread cake because I often find it too gooey, but at Brix it still had some crispiness to it which was delicious. The restaurant staff at Brix is attentive and shared recommendations on other places to go and things to do in town as well. The Brix is a very friendly, warm and comfortable place to enjoy outstanding creative cuisine!
They have a great wine selection, and it is a very pleasant dining experience - definitely the best we have had in Flagstaff. So in conclusion, if you are looking to get away from the summer heat in Phoenix or if you are only passing through on your way to the Grand Canyon - make sure that you make Brix your dining choice - you will not be disappointed.
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