Welcome to Durant's
- 2611 N Central Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85004 Hotline: (602) 264-5967
If you're seeking a memorable dining experience in Phoenix, look no further than **Durant's**, an iconic steakhouse that masterfully blends traditional charm with culinary excellence. Located at 2611 N Central Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85004, this establishment has been a staple in the community for over 70 years. Known for its classic ambiance, fine wines, and delectable dishes, Durant's emanates a sense of nostalgia reminiscent of timeless dining experiences.
The moment you step inside, the dim lighting, rich red decor, and unique entrance through the kitchen create an intimate, speakeasy-like atmosphere. It’s a place where the old-school vibe meets modern sophistication, perfect for special occasions or a lavish night out.
Highlights of the Menu:
- Appetizers: Start your meal with fresh oysters on the half shell or indulge in their renowned calamari. The combination of flavors in the crab cake with chipotle aioli is a must-try.
- Entree Salads: Enjoy crisp lettuce with your choice of grilled chicken, shrimp, or the star of the show, the broiled filet mignon, all drizzled with delectable dressings.
- Main Courses: The highlight here would undoubtedly be the ribeye, praised by patrons for its perfect seasoning and grilling. Each steak is paired with complimentary veggies and gourmet sides, ensuring a fulfilling experience.
- Desserts: Don't leave without sampling their handcrafted desserts, particularly the key lime pie and strawberry shortcake; both are often described as dreamy and unforgettable.
Durant's showcases not only exceptional food but also stellar service. Guests consistently commend the attentiveness of the staff, with many noting how personalized their dining experience feels. One diner described their waiter as "amazing," highlighting the importance of outstanding service in enhancing the meal.
Prices lean towards the higher end, reflecting the quality of ingredients and artistry put into each dish. As one guest noted, you will “pay for what you get,” and the consensus is that the experience is well worth it. Expect to indulge in a leisurely dining experience as courses are spaced thoughtfully to elevate your evening.
In summary, Durant's is not just a meal; it's an experience. With rave reviews likening it to the best steakhouses in the country, it's clear that this establishment has earned its reputation as a must-visit for any steak lover in Phoenix. So, whether you're celebrating a special occasion or simply treating yourself, Durant’s promises a culinary journey you'll want to repeat again and again. Make your reservations by calling (602) 264-5967 and prepare to savor the magic of Durant's.

Good God, this place is amazing! But you pay for what you get...be prepared to drop a few hundred. With that, though, you get exceptional service, excellent food, incredible atmosphere. Cannot wait to go back.

Ruth's Chris has always (for the least 15 years or so, at the least) has been mine and my husband's favorite steak dinner. Been there many many times and have always recommended them as the absolute best. We also have been to many other high end and highly recommended steak houses. But nothing that really knocked our socks off of you know what I mean. Tonight we tried Durant's. Wow! Wow is literally the best word I can use to describe this place. The ambience was amazing. The way you even get into the restaurant had a speak easy feel to it. Lower lighting to create just a perfect atmosphere. From the bread with this amazing oil herb and mushroom mixture as an appetizer, to the amazing flavor of our perfectly cooked ribeyes (AMAZING RIBEYES) with garlic mashed potatoes and mushrooms on the side. Even our side salads were of note with perfectly crisp lettuce delicious dressings and real bacon bits in the mix. We even managed to pack in a desert. I got the strawberry shortcake and it was absolutely delicious as well. Give this place a try, you will not regret it! So weird for us to admit, but we have absolutely found a steak house that hands down crushes Ruth's Chris. Marcello was our amazing waiter and The manager I had to ask to speak to, to tell her how pleased we were with our meal, was Marcello Grion. If I could give 10 starts I absolutely would!!! Great job Durant's keep up the great service!!!

This is an absolute must try steakhouse if you're anywhere in the Phoenix area. It is a mob-tied restaurant that has that old traditional style feel. I couldn't resist not having a steak so I ordered the 18oz ribeye. I have had lot of steaks in my day and when I tell you this is the best steak I've ever had I mean it. The seasoning and way it was grilled was absolutely insane. Your meal comes with a salad and a side AND on top of that they bring out complimentary veggies and bread. I was not hot on the salad (I ordered Caesar) but the ciabatta bread was delicious and for my side I ordered a baked potato which they bring all the toppings separately for. We ordered a key lime pie (even though we were stuffed- you have to it's a must) because they said they hand make their desserts. This was another insane item and I am still dreaming about this pie. The service was amazing and the server assistants are very attentive and pay attention to little details. I cannot recommend this place enough. You get what you pay for the quality of food and service was well worth it. For two of us we both ordered ribeyes, 2 martinis, coke and dessert with tip included was $282. Definitely beats those over hyped Scottsdale steakhouses!

Took my girlfriend here for a nice 1 year dinner. Service was flawless, atmosphere was great. We started with the Calamari, which was great, and a couple of drinks. She had the lemon drop martini, I had the Whistle Pig Old Fashioned. He then brought out the amazing bread which we enjoyed. The steaks came out cooked perfectly, bone in ribeye for her, t-bone for me. Highly recommended for a nice night out.

This place is a must have!!! Food: I loved everything I tried except for the Debris (appetizer) because the cuts I had were not very good cuts of the meat but the other appetizers we had were wonderful. We had a party of 6 and everyone enjoyed their meal and our time there. We had everything from the calamari to steaks and salads. Service: our waiter was stoic but otherwise service was fast and great. Ohhhh the ambience: it's like you have been transported back in time. Which is one of the best parts. It's apparently the oldest steakhouse in Phoenix and it shows! They have done a great job in preserving the menu and the decor! I loved it. I have no pictures because it's a tad dark and to be honest, I was enjoying the food and company so much that I didn't even look at my phone.

I have not been to Durants in awhile, so I chose to dine here for a big milestone birthday with a friend. Let me tell you, the experience was amazing, the serve was amazing, and the food was amazing. The dark restaurant, with the red walls brought back so many good memories and made me remember why I loved Durants so much. The host at the front was so nice and she made sure we were comfortable while waiting for our table. We started off with some champagne for a drink, and had spinach dip for a appetizer. for the main course, we had salmon and a ribeye. We had beer the night with the Creme Brûlée dessert which was lovely. The food, service, and vibes were a 10/10. I cannot wait to come back and receive the amazing experience Durants has to offer.

The service was great and the food was delicious. It was definitely pricey but nothing crazy for a fancy steakhouse. The Christmas decorations were beautiful. The waitress did great recommending menu items to us and our water glasses were always filled for us. Expect to be here for a couple hours at least if you're going to get appetizers, drinks, dessert etc. The steaks come with salads and a side. Our drinks came out, then appetizer, then the complimentary bread, then the salad, then the steak with side. That being said, we had a fun night and definitely left full which I was a little worried about knowing small steak portions.

The food is mostly excellent, but dinner service takes a while. Courses are spaced out -- Appetizer, dinner salad, an oil-soaked giant ciabatta no one had room for, entree and then eventually a dessert. There was also a light crudités plate that showed up with the water. The crostinis that came with our spinach and artichoke dip were inedible. Like stale bread was toasted to give it a new life, but it already lost its pulse the previous morning. Chewy and just general agony for one's jaw. They also paired it with tortilla chips which quickly became the only option to enjoy the dip, as our teeth began to resist the toasted bread. 2 people could likely share an entree (unless you get the chicken piccata, otherwise there will be 2 hungry people after feasting on 3 large sautéed chicken nuggets). (1) 8 oz. prime rib with salad and side proved to be too filling for me after fasting most of the day in preparation for an excessive meal. Dessert was great. Some patrons were dressed like they were going to a New Year's Eve party at a country club, while others were dressed like they had just been kicked out of Topgolf after drinking too many buckets of Coronas. I don't think it matters as long as you're not wearing sweatpants...? Yes, it's a very old-school steakhouse but with modern touches like some gang graffiti tags in the bathroom stall. I would go back again. Still not sure if they ever bought happy hour back, but I'd much rather sit at the bar.

Have not been to Durant in many years. This landmark restaurant has been around for more than 70 years. Still has the old school ambience. Same red decor and entrance through the kitchen. Stopped in for weekday dinner. Service is exceptional. Had a prime rib end cut with baked potato and salad. Shared a calamari appetizer with friend. Food was very good. Prices were moderate to high but comparable to other high end steak houses. Good place for lunch or that special dinner occaision.