{"id":30043,"date":"2025-10-30T09:40:17","date_gmt":"2025-10-30T16:40:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/?p=30043"},"modified":"2025-10-30T09:40:19","modified_gmt":"2025-10-30T16:40:19","slug":"the-americano-unveils-a-bold-new-look-and-menu-full","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/restaurants-phoenix\/the-americano-unveils-a-bold-new-look-and-menu-full","title":{"rendered":"The Americano Unveils a Bold New Look and Menu Full"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.theamericanorestaurant.com\/\"><strong>The Americano<\/strong><\/a> has reopened its doors with a design and a menu that perfectly capture its renewed sense of style and sophistication. The transformation signals a new era for the restaurant; one that\u2019s lighter, more playful, and infused with the kind of spirited energy that has always defined its culinary vision.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/30093400\/The-Americano_Mural-Artwork-1.jpg\"><img  loading=\"lazy\"  decoding=\"async\"  width=\"1024\"  height=\"683\"  src=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABAQMAAAAl21bKAAAAA1BMVEUAAP+KeNJXAAAAAXRSTlMAQObYZgAAAAlwSFlzAAAOxAAADsQBlSsOGwAAAApJREFUCNdjYAAAAAIAAeIhvDMAAAAASUVORK5CYII=\"  alt=\"\"  class=\"wp-image-30045 pk-lazyload\"  data-pk-sizes=\"auto\"  data-ls-sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"  data-pk-src=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/30093400\/The-Americano_Mural-Artwork-1-1024x683.jpg\"  data-pk-srcset=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/30093400\/The-Americano_Mural-Artwork-1-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/30093400\/The-Americano_Mural-Artwork-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/30093400\/The-Americano_Mural-Artwork-1-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/30093400\/The-Americano_Mural-Artwork-1-380x253.jpg 380w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/30093400\/The-Americano_Mural-Artwork-1-800x533.jpg 800w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/30093400\/The-Americano_Mural-Artwork-1-1160x773.jpg 1160w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/30093400\/The-Americano_Mural-Artwork-1-80x53.jpg 80w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/30093400\/The-Americano_Mural-Artwork-1.jpg 1500w\" ><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>Images courtesy of The Americano<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Following an extensive redesign led by <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/houseofform.com\/\">House of Form<\/a><\/strong> and <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/lgedesignbuild.com\/\">LGE Design Build<\/a><\/strong>, The Americano now offers a warmer, livelier atmosphere that blends Italian elegance with modern luxury. The reimagined space centers around two lushly framed banquettes surrounded by greenery, jewel-toned accents, and elegant brass and marble detailing. Tailored plaid and houndstooth upholstery bring a touch of classic charm, while a hand-painted mural by artist Timothy Brennan of <a href=\"https:\/\/greatnotgood.co\/\">Great, Not Good Co. <\/a>serves as a striking focal point.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In the kitchen, <strong>Chef Beau MacMillan<\/strong> and <strong>Chef Peter McQuaid<\/strong> have crafted a menu that balances comfort and creativity, featuring seasonal ingredients and expressive flavors. The new wood-fired grill selections anchor the offerings, with dishes like Atlantic swordfish ($48) paired with pickled Swiss chard, blistered tomatoes, aged balsamic, and horseradish nduja butter, and the Long Bone Duroc pork chop ($52), seasoned with porchetta spice and served with whole roasted garlic.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/30093437\/The-Americano_Fall-Menu_Colorado-Lamb-Shank.jpg\"><img  loading=\"lazy\"  decoding=\"async\"  width=\"1024\"  height=\"683\"  src=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABAQMAAAAl21bKAAAAA1BMVEUAAP+KeNJXAAAAAXRSTlMAQObYZgAAAAlwSFlzAAAOxAAADsQBlSsOGwAAAApJREFUCNdjYAAAAAIAAeIhvDMAAAAASUVORK5CYII=\"  alt=\"\"  class=\"wp-image-30050 pk-lazyload\"  data-pk-sizes=\"auto\"  data-ls-sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"  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Guests can enjoy the tableside tiramisu ($21) or dive into the towering giant red velvet cake ($26), six luscious layers of cream cheese frosting and nearly a foot tall. For something both rich and refreshing, the milk chocolate and passionfruit bomba ($18) pairs dark chocolate brownie cake with caramelized cashew crispies for an irresistible finish.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The updated cocktail program matches the menu\u2019s energy with colorful, complex, and expertly balanced drinks. Selections include the Midnight Runner ($22), a mix of Mount Gay Black Barrel rum, coffee-infused Meletti, Don Zolio Oloroso sherry, banana, lemon, and nutmeg; the Broken Compass ($22), crafted with Maker\u2019s 46, lemon, Campari, and spiced pineapple cordial; and the Silk Road ($20), which blends Zephyr gin, Campari, Bordiga Rosso vermouth, pandan, and passionfruit for a tropical-meets-Italian twist.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/30093415\/The-Americano_Fall-Menu_Peruvian-Scallop-Crudo.jpg\"><img  loading=\"lazy\"  decoding=\"async\"  width=\"1024\"  height=\"683\"  src=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABAQMAAAAl21bKAAAAA1BMVEUAAP+KeNJXAAAAAXRSTlMAQObYZgAAAAlwSFlzAAAOxAAADsQBlSsOGwAAAApJREFUCNdjYAAAAAIAAeIhvDMAAAAASUVORK5CYII=\"  alt=\"\"  class=\"wp-image-30048 pk-lazyload\"  data-pk-sizes=\"auto\"  data-ls-sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"  data-pk-src=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/30093415\/The-Americano_Fall-Menu_Peruvian-Scallop-Crudo-1024x683.jpg\"  data-pk-srcset=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/30093415\/The-Americano_Fall-Menu_Peruvian-Scallop-Crudo-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/30093415\/The-Americano_Fall-Menu_Peruvian-Scallop-Crudo-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/30093415\/The-Americano_Fall-Menu_Peruvian-Scallop-Crudo-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/30093415\/The-Americano_Fall-Menu_Peruvian-Scallop-Crudo-380x253.jpg 380w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/30093415\/The-Americano_Fall-Menu_Peruvian-Scallop-Crudo-800x533.jpg 800w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/30093415\/The-Americano_Fall-Menu_Peruvian-Scallop-Crudo-1160x773.jpg 1160w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/30093415\/The-Americano_Fall-Menu_Peruvian-Scallop-Crudo-80x53.jpg 80w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/30093415\/The-Americano_Fall-Menu_Peruvian-Scallop-Crudo.jpg 1500w\" ><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cThe Americano has always been about creating a setting where food, design, and energy come together,\u201d Chef <strong>McQuaid<\/strong> said. \u201cThe new dining room feels more modern, inviting and full of life \u2013 qualities that carry through in our seasonal menu with lighter flavors, fresh local ingredients and whimsical touches.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/30093418\/The-Americano_Bar-1.jpg\"><img  loading=\"lazy\"  decoding=\"async\"  width=\"1024\"  height=\"683\"  src=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABAQMAAAAl21bKAAAAA1BMVEUAAP+KeNJXAAAAAXRSTlMAQObYZgAAAAlwSFlzAAAOxAAADsQBlSsOGwAAAApJREFUCNdjYAAAAAIAAeIhvDMAAAAASUVORK5CYII=\"  alt=\"\"  class=\"wp-image-30049 pk-lazyload\"  data-pk-sizes=\"auto\"  data-ls-sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"  data-pk-src=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/30093418\/The-Americano_Bar-1-1024x683.jpg\"  data-pk-srcset=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/30093418\/The-Americano_Bar-1-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/30093418\/The-Americano_Bar-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/30093418\/The-Americano_Bar-1-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/30093418\/The-Americano_Bar-1-380x253.jpg 380w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/30093418\/The-Americano_Bar-1-800x533.jpg 800w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/30093418\/The-Americano_Bar-1-1160x773.jpg 1160w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/30093418\/The-Americano_Bar-1-80x53.jpg 80w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/30093418\/The-Americano_Bar-1.jpg 1500w\" ><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>With its refreshed interiors, dynamic menu, and signature blend of sophistication and fun, The Americano continues to define itself as one of Scottsdale\u2019s most exciting culinary destinations. For more information, visit <a href=\"https:\/\/www.theamericanorestaurant.com\/\">theamericanorestaurant.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Chefs Beau MacMillan and Peter McQuaid have crafted a menu that balances comfort and creativity.\n","protected":false},"author":23,"featured_media":30044,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_monsterinsights_skip_tracking":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_active":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_note":"","_monsterinsights_sitenote_category":0,"footnotes":""},"categories":[5],"tags":[4971,16470,17108,12286,17477],"class_list":{"0":"post-30043","1":"post","2":"type-post","3":"status-publish","4":"format-standard","5":"has-post-thumbnail","7":"category-restaurants-phoenix","8":"tag-featured","9":"tag-new-menu","10":"tag-renovations","11":"tag-scottsdale-dining","12":"tag-the-americano","13":"cs-entry","14":"cs-video-wrap"},"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is 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