We have been waiting for the Scottsdale dining scene to create the dining experience we recently had a COURSE! Every major city in the country has a restaurant like this, we are thrilled it’s now in our back yard and with a menu that changes with each season!!Chef Corey and team did not disappoint, from start to finish we were amazed at the creativity of the plates along with the creativity of the wine pairing that accompanied each course, which can be difficult to do at this level. For those that are into wine pairings and looking to elevate the experience, we highly recommend.It’s rare one leaves a tasting experience full, but my fiancé and I were comfortably satisfied with our 10 plate experience. We were chatting with the table next to us, and we understand they have a wonderful brunch that we are very much looking forward to also trying in the near future.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Francesca Bower
This restaurant was spectacular! My husband and I like to enjoy fine dining whenever we can, and have been fortunate enough to have experienced many tasting menus and a couple Michelin star restaurants. We both agreed that the tasting menu at Course was the best we've ever had.Each plate was beautifully presented. Every course tasted amazing. It's so incredible what food artists can do with food combination, technique, and flavors.The wine pairing was also the best we had experienced. Perfectly matched wine selections.The service was good, and the atmosphere was pleasant.The city needs to get Michelin out here, and Course need to be on the list of places for them to try.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Kassandra Jordan Semeniuk
We found this meal a bit hit & miss. We were served by Corey and he was the epitome of professional. We LOVED some of the courses. We didn’t care for others. Some were just good. What we found “hard to swallow” was the $75 up charge for the Wagu. It was such a small piece, it actually made us kind of angry. It’s borderline insulting to charge that much for such a ridiculously small piece. In summary, 4 people eating, 2 selected the Wagu, 2 bottles of red wine, 1 glass of white wine and 5 old fashions and our bill with tip was $1800 and we really didn’t feel good about it. The presentation was beautiful but just not in our opinion worth what we spent.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 4
Service: 5
LDV Winery
We had an amazing 25th anniversary dinner yesterday. Chef Cory Oppold owner of Course is a culinary artist. The new menu celebrates spring & takes you on a journey around the world. The first stop was on the Calfornia coast with Beluga Caviar suspended on a porcini translucent gelatine over a smooth uni custard. We knew we were in for a culinary adventure when the amuse bouche was that incredible. Our first course was a perfectly raw bison tartare atop a potato pave dotted with horseradish cream, smoked egg yolk, & crispy shallots. It left me wondering how to smoke egg yolks. If a dish can explode with springtime flavors, the second course did not disappoint. The perfect white asparagus & what I describe as a green asparagus mousse topped with a panada of proscuitto & parmesan that adds a nice contrast finished with a pickled pearl onion was perfection. A nod to Italy came next with pillowy ricotta dumplings reminiscent of my Italian heritage but with a major curve ball when served with spring peas, preserved lemon, basil, & a mushoom consomme added tableside with such depth of flavor. Wow! I love a restaurant that does a bread course. Chef's Brazilian bread (think pate a choux infused & covered with parmesan cheese dust) with a chimichurri butter has ruined me for all future bread courses. I think I licked my knife to ensure I did not leave any behind. On to the Atlantic coast with a scallop that was tantalizingly decadent & a masterpiece to behold. I never knew I loved peruvian potato with aji amarillo (Peruvian yellow chill pepper), carrots, & maiz morado (purple corn). Then we were off to the Middle East & Northern Africa with an eggplant burek (pastry) alongside perfectly cooked lamb sirloin with harissa & chemoula. I loved our next course a visit to the Midwest with a whimsical Fried Duck Bologna that brought me back to my childhood in Illinois. I grew up eating fried bologna. But this duck bologna sat atop hot mustard, green tomato, & a craveable tempura little gem lettuce. The next course shocked me when a Midwest rib eye beef (my favorite cut of beef) could be overshadowed by beets & kohlrabi but it was. Our meal ended with two desserts that again reminded me of my childhood - honey graham crackers & cocoa puffs. The first was an incredible Russian cake with honey cream with chamomile ice cream topped with honeycomb brittle (more please!!). I cannot even describe the last dessert except OMG. Chef created a cocoa puff structure dotted with raspberry mousse, chocolate pudding, chocolate mint, fresh raspberries, & crispy milk foam. I mean how do you crisp milk foam? Extraordinary. The photos below do not do these inventive, delicious dishes credit. Chef Cory Oppold is a Master. Don't miss this experience.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Drew Thomson
A delightful change of pace to the array of local fine dining establishments and experiences. An attentive staff, a boundlessly energetic chef and a creative approach not often seen outside the likes of major culinary markets. If you're looking for a down to earth approach to fine dining, with a lean towards exquisite cuisine and top notch service, done without excessive pomp and circumstance... this is your place.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Scallop with Fennel and Pastry, Wagyu Beef
Alan L.
Outstanding experience! We had the 10 course tasting menu. Every plate had at least one unique taste. The Duck Ham and house made pretzel with goat cheese are examples that were on the 2024 Winter menu. The room is attractive and comfortable. The staff is attentive and helpful. The restaurant is located in a shopping center with ample parking.
Irina Monet
My experience at Course Restaurant was nothing short of delightful. The five-course dinner presented an enjoyable culinary journey that left a lasting impression. The experimental kitchen showcased a mastery of flavors, with each dish skillfully crafted using interesting and innovative ingredients. The combination of flavors and textures was truly captivating.I highly recommend Course Restaurant to anyone seeking an unforgettable dining experience that blends creativity, quality, and exceptional service.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Sake C.
One of the most fun and delicious brunch experience - definitely a must go place for any foodie! We had the 7-course brunch menu, although each serving was small, each bite had a mouth full of flavor. Everything was so artistically presented on the plate.
Tim Stevens
I rarely leave online reviews, but last night's dining experience at Course was so fantastic that I just had to post here with a 5-star review!
Kim Bowman
I recently had the pleasure of dining at Course in Scottsdale, AZ, and it was an extraordinary experience that left me eagerly anticipating my next visit. Course exudes a chic and sophisticated ambiance, creating the perfect setting for a fine dining experience. The staff at Course were not only friendly but also incredibly knowledgeable and attentive. Throughout my 10-course prix fixe meal, they provided impeccable service. The culinary creations at Course are nothing short of exceptional. Each dish from the prix fixe menu was a masterpiece, both in presentation and flavor. I opted for the wine pairing, and it exceeded my expectations. The selection was impeccable, and each wine complemented the corresponding course perfectly. It added an extra layer of enjoyment to an already fantastic meal. From the elegant ambiance to the exquisite food and impeccable service, every aspect of my evening was memorable.
From the food to the staff we had a wonderful exploration of flavors and visual delights.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Derek Shields
Fantastic food and amazing service, can’t ask for much more.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Jason
Good to great experience. Great staff and service. The cooking is good to great, but the dishes are safe. The savory meat dish was served a little cold. The first dish, the crab I believe it was, was exquisite. The location could be better, it's a strip mall. They should add a curtain or something to improve the ambience. We will likely be back.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Roy Patel
We had an excellent time. The courses were all excellent, varied, well thought out, balanced and visually appealing using quality ingredients. We have met Chef Oppold in the recent past and the food and presentation in a private setting were excellent as was this experience. Highly recommended. Staff were friendly and warm. The restaurant is very modern and well designed.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Tlee McLaughlin
my boyfriend , his brother , and I came to eat here to celebrate a really important milestone for us and we were met with the utmost gratitude and appreciation to be dining here. Immediately the hostess greeted us a warm welcome and congratulated us. It really made us feel special and confident in the place we chose to celebrate at!!! the chef and sommelier + gm came and spoke with us adding to our wonderful experience. We have eaten at just about every place in Scottsdale, but this one really wowed us!!! they kept us into it the ENTIRE meal 2 hours passed so quickly!! Highly recommend the 10 course! Can confidently say this restaurant is doing it right!? I literally couldn’t stop saying “mmmmm” ?
We have been waiting for the Scottsdale dining scene to create the dining experience we recently had a COURSE! Every major city in the country has a restaurant like this, we are thrilled it’s now in our back yard and with a menu that changes with each season!!Chef Corey and team did not disappoint, from start to finish we were amazed at the creativity of the plates along with the creativity of the wine pairing that accompanied each course, which can be difficult to do at this level. For those that are into wine pairings and looking to elevate the experience, we highly recommend.It’s rare one leaves a tasting experience full, but my fiancé and I were comfortably satisfied with our 10 plate experience. We were chatting with the table next to us, and we understand they have a wonderful brunch that we are very much looking forward to also trying in the near future.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
This restaurant was spectacular! My husband and I like to enjoy fine dining whenever we can, and have been fortunate enough to have experienced many tasting menus and a couple Michelin star restaurants. We both agreed that the tasting menu at Course was the best we've ever had.Each plate was beautifully presented. Every course tasted amazing. It's so incredible what food artists can do with food combination, technique, and flavors.The wine pairing was also the best we had experienced. Perfectly matched wine selections.The service was good, and the atmosphere was pleasant.The city needs to get Michelin out here, and Course need to be on the list of places for them to try.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
We found this meal a bit hit & miss. We were served by Corey and he was the epitome of professional. We LOVED some of the courses. We didn’t care for others. Some were just good. What we found “hard to swallow” was the $75 up charge for the Wagu. It was such a small piece, it actually made us kind of angry. It’s borderline insulting to charge that much for such a ridiculously small piece. In summary, 4 people eating, 2 selected the Wagu, 2 bottles of red wine, 1 glass of white wine and 5 old fashions and our bill with tip was $1800 and we really didn’t feel good about it. The presentation was beautiful but just not in our opinion worth what we spent.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 4
Service: 5
We had an amazing 25th anniversary dinner yesterday. Chef Cory Oppold owner of Course is a culinary artist. The new menu celebrates spring & takes you on a journey around the world. The first stop was on the Calfornia coast with Beluga Caviar suspended on a porcini translucent gelatine over a smooth uni custard. We knew we were in for a culinary adventure when the amuse bouche was that incredible. Our first course was a perfectly raw bison tartare atop a potato pave dotted with horseradish cream, smoked egg yolk, & crispy shallots. It left me wondering how to smoke egg yolks. If a dish can explode with springtime flavors, the second course did not disappoint. The perfect white asparagus & what I describe as a green asparagus mousse topped with a panada of proscuitto & parmesan that adds a nice contrast finished with a pickled pearl onion was perfection. A nod to Italy came next with pillowy ricotta dumplings reminiscent of my Italian heritage but with a major curve ball when served with spring peas, preserved lemon, basil, & a mushoom consomme added tableside with such depth of flavor. Wow! I love a restaurant that does a bread course. Chef's Brazilian bread (think pate a choux infused & covered with parmesan cheese dust) with a chimichurri butter has ruined me for all future bread courses. I think I licked my knife to ensure I did not leave any behind. On to the Atlantic coast with a scallop that was tantalizingly decadent & a masterpiece to behold. I never knew I loved peruvian potato with aji amarillo (Peruvian yellow chill pepper), carrots, & maiz morado (purple corn). Then we were off to the Middle East & Northern Africa with an eggplant burek (pastry) alongside perfectly cooked lamb sirloin with harissa & chemoula. I loved our next course a visit to the Midwest with a whimsical Fried Duck Bologna that brought me back to my childhood in Illinois. I grew up eating fried bologna. But this duck bologna sat atop hot mustard, green tomato, & a craveable tempura little gem lettuce. The next course shocked me when a Midwest rib eye beef (my favorite cut of beef) could be overshadowed by beets & kohlrabi but it was. Our meal ended with two desserts that again reminded me of my childhood - honey graham crackers & cocoa puffs. The first was an incredible Russian cake with honey cream with chamomile ice cream topped with honeycomb brittle (more please!!). I cannot even describe the last dessert except OMG. Chef created a cocoa puff structure dotted with raspberry mousse, chocolate pudding, chocolate mint, fresh raspberries, & crispy milk foam. I mean how do you crisp milk foam? Extraordinary. The photos below do not do these inventive, delicious dishes credit. Chef Cory Oppold is a Master. Don't miss this experience.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
A delightful change of pace to the array of local fine dining establishments and experiences. An attentive staff, a boundlessly energetic chef and a creative approach not often seen outside the likes of major culinary markets. If you're looking for a down to earth approach to fine dining, with a lean towards exquisite cuisine and top notch service, done without excessive pomp and circumstance... this is your place.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Scallop with Fennel and Pastry, Wagyu Beef
Outstanding experience! We had the 10 course tasting menu. Every plate had at least one unique taste. The Duck Ham and house made pretzel with goat cheese are examples that were on the 2024 Winter menu. The room is attractive and comfortable. The staff is attentive and helpful. The restaurant is located in a shopping center with ample parking.
My experience at Course Restaurant was nothing short of delightful. The five-course dinner presented an enjoyable culinary journey that left a lasting impression. The experimental kitchen showcased a mastery of flavors, with each dish skillfully crafted using interesting and innovative ingredients. The combination of flavors and textures was truly captivating.I highly recommend Course Restaurant to anyone seeking an unforgettable dining experience that blends creativity, quality, and exceptional service.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
One of the most fun and delicious brunch experience - definitely a must go place for any foodie! We had the 7-course brunch menu, although each serving was small, each bite had a mouth full of flavor. Everything was so artistically presented on the plate.
I rarely leave online reviews, but last night's dining experience at Course was so fantastic that I just had to post here with a 5-star review!
I recently had the pleasure of dining at Course in Scottsdale, AZ, and it was an extraordinary experience that left me eagerly anticipating my next visit. Course exudes a chic and sophisticated ambiance, creating the perfect setting for a fine dining experience. The staff at Course were not only friendly but also incredibly knowledgeable and attentive. Throughout my 10-course prix fixe meal, they provided impeccable service. The culinary creations at Course are nothing short of exceptional. Each dish from the prix fixe menu was a masterpiece, both in presentation and flavor. I opted for the wine pairing, and it exceeded my expectations. The selection was impeccable, and each wine complemented the corresponding course perfectly. It added an extra layer of enjoyment to an already fantastic meal. From the elegant ambiance to the exquisite food and impeccable service, every aspect of my evening was memorable.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Restaurantji Recommends
From the food to the staff we had a wonderful exploration of flavors and visual delights.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Fantastic food and amazing service, can’t ask for much more.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Good to great experience. Great staff and service. The cooking is good to great, but the dishes are safe. The savory meat dish was served a little cold. The first dish, the crab I believe it was, was exquisite. The location could be better, it's a strip mall. They should add a curtain or something to improve the ambience. We will likely be back.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
We had an excellent time. The courses were all excellent, varied, well thought out, balanced and visually appealing using quality ingredients. We have met Chef Oppold in the recent past and the food and presentation in a private setting were excellent as was this experience. Highly recommended. Staff were friendly and warm. The restaurant is very modern and well designed.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
my boyfriend , his brother , and I came to eat here to celebrate a really important milestone for us and we were met with the utmost gratitude and appreciation to be dining here. Immediately the hostess greeted us a warm welcome and congratulated us. It really made us feel special and confident in the place we chose to celebrate at!!! the chef and sommelier + gm came and spoke with us adding to our wonderful experience. We have eaten at just about every place in Scottsdale, but this one really wowed us!!! they kept us into it the ENTIRE meal 2 hours passed so quickly!! Highly recommend the 10 course! Can confidently say this restaurant is doing it right!? I literally couldn’t stop saying “mmmmm” ?
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5