Page 30 May 2 014 Continued on page 31 Historic hotspot revived with stylish menu make-over By Amanda Savage Old Town Scottsdale’s veteran restaurant Pink Pony underwent a major modernization this year, from the aesthetic, logo, menu and staff – the Pink Pony has managed to balance the new era of Arizona culinary, with the nostalgia of the Old West. “They (the owners) are looking for a fresh modern take on the Pink Pony,” said General Manager, Patrick Cawthorne, who came on board with the restaurant in November, “they don’t necessarily want to rewrite the history, but move forward in a new direction that still honors what the Pink Pony was in its heyday.” The restaurant was completely gutted, until all that remained were the beams holding the roof up and the concrete floors. Literally, every part of the restaurant is new. Walking-up to the new Pink Pony, you would never guess that the restaurant whole new generation of diners will love it for the first time.” The new generation will especially like that the menu offers many meat-free, gluten-free and fish-based options for those with dietary restrictions, and that local ingredients are sourced whenever Pink Pony 3831 N Scottsdale Rd. www.pinkponyscottsdale.com 480-945-6697 A Legacy of Taste. Chef Paul McCabe and T. Cook’s invite you on a culinary adventure this summer. For large parties and private dining 602.808.0766 Royal Palms Resort and Spa 5200 E. Camelback Road | 602.808.0766 TCooksPhoenix.com outstood Scottsdale’s ever changing restaurant landscape for over 60 years. Guests are greeted with a large, open outdoor patio (that was not there before the change), which creates a welcoming airiness. The inside is dimly lit with a cozy/casual, but fashionable ambiance. By the design alone, it’s clear that bringing a youthful creativity to the restaurant, without forgetting where it came from, was a major goal in the redesign. Vaulted ceilings and the open kitchen provide guests with a view of the wood fire grill, enhancing the intimate, comfortable environment. Modern artwork and photos from Old Town in the 50s decorates the walls while clean, fine-edged cut wood, steel and stone used throughout the restaurant captures a modern edge. “I love the openness of it; I like that they decided to keep the old beams in the building, which keeps a bit of a rustic- ness to it, but it still has an open modern feel, ” says Cawthorne. The reinvented menu screams contemporary cowboy, with modern takes on classic comfort-food. “There’s incredible history here,” said Chef Fawcett in a press release, “old fans will be impressed with the changes and a Kale and Brussels Sprouts Salad

Page 31 May 2 0 14 d on page 31 Pink Pony Continued from page 30 r possible. Five sections make up the simple, one page dinner menu: appetizers and soups, wood-fired pizzas, supper and sides. Start with the slow-roasted pork belly or pretzels with beer cheddar fondue. For a lighter bite try the Kale and Brussels Sprouts Salad, a delicate mix of kale, brussels sprouts, bacon, Manchego cheese and golden raisins, tossed in sherry-bacon vinaigrette. Crispy Chicken Thighs with fingerling potatoes and country gravy, and the Hand-Rolled Spinach and Kale Ravioli with almonds, roasted red peppers ricotta, white wine and butter highlight the supper options, while sides range from things like Green Chile-Cheddar Grits, Cheese ‘N Mac and Garlic Mashed Potatoes. Along with the other changes, Pink Pony has experienced a cocktail revolution. They’ve adapted hand-crafted and boutique liquor practices, making it a contender in the growing local cocktail scene. The drink menu is complete with infused liquors, mules, house cocktails, draft beer and an extensive wine and champagne list. While their cocktail menu offers a lot of tequila, rum and vodka based options there are gin and bourbon options too. Lunch | Dinner | Social Hour (3-6pm) | Cocktails 2119 E Camelback Rd Ste A21 • Phoenix AZ 85016 602.368.8766 • grassrootscamelback@gmail.com www.grassrootsAZ.com in Town & Country at 20th & Camelback 5029 N 44th Street 5029 N 44th Street 5029 N 44th Street Phoenix AZ 85018 Phoenix AZ 85018 Phoenix AZ 85018 602.954.2040 602.954.2040 602.954.2040 wallysarcadia@gmail.com wallysarcadia@gmail.com wallysarcadia@gmail.com www.wallyspub.com www.wallyspub.com www.wallyspub.com Lunch | Dinner | Happy Hour (3-6pm) “An Arcadia “An Arcadia “An Arcadia Tradition” Tradition” Tradition” Tradition” Tradition” Tradition” Tradition” Tradition” Tradition” Tradition” Tradition” Tradition” Tradition” Tradition” Tradition” Tradition” Tradition” Tradition” Tradition” Tradition” Tradition” Tradition” Tradition” Tradition” brought to you by a 4th generation brought to you by a 4th generation brought to you by a 4th generation arcadia restaurant family arcadia restaurant family arcadia restaurant family “Thanks for supporting “Thanks for supporting “Thanks for supporting local businesses” local businesses” local businesses” - wally, matt & christopher - wally, matt & christopher - wally, matt & christopher Chef Fawcett is the man behind the food at the newly remodeled Pink Pony.