Introducing T Cook's: A Culinary Gem in Phoenix

“ We enjoyed dinner here as we were staying at the resort and I loved the room and decor. The cocktail menu has many options and I opted for the orange grove which was similar to a spicy margarita but less sweet. We shared the spring pasta and the salmon. The salmon was delicious, as was the pasta which was a large serving. It was a bit rich for a "spring" pasta and may fare better with a different pasta shape than spaghetti. We were too full for dessert but the options looked delightful. ”

“ Visited T Cooks on my birthday. I highly recommend visiting on a Monday like we did. We had the entire outdoor patio to ourselves. Our servers were attentive. The food was delicious and my little birthday surprise was a nice touch. ”

“ A friend and I had dinner here during a resort staycation, and T.Cook's restaurant was absolutely marvelous! My friend had the Branzino, I had the Short Rib Bourguignon. She loved the fish, but my short rib was one of the tastiest, tenderest, most DELICIOUS things I've eaten since I left France! Service from Rodrigo was friendly, charming, perfection ... and the dining room is a vast and lovely space with a live palm growing contentedly through the roof. Not as thrilled with the teenagers wearing tennis shoes and shorts in a formal dining room at 8 pm ... but that's our world these days. This restaurant remains a Valley gem!! Shoutout to their Food/Bev manager, Kay, for taking the time to connect with guests ... and remembering them the next day! ”

“ For our anniversary this year, my wife and I enjoyed a stay at the Royal Palms Resort where we enjoyed two delicious breakfasts at T Cook's along with a wonderful dinner to celebrate. For the dinner, we arrived to a decorated table with rose petals in the shape of a heart, which was a thoughtful gesture when they knew we were celebrating our anniversary. I ordered a tasty steak dish with corn, potatoes, and sauce, all which complemented each other greatly. I would certainly order this again though the menu has changed and new steak dishes are being offered. My wife ordered a salmon dish with sauce, greens, and potatoes, which she really enjoyed. Also offered on the menu are some incredible desserts which now include maple bread pudding, chocolate peanut butter parfait, poire noisette, royal tiramisu palms sundae, limoncello creme brulee, and house made gelato and cookies. For our anniversary, we received a complimentary special chocolate cake with a special message in chocolate sauce. For our breakfasts, we had the choice of lighter brunch options, many breakfast entrees, soups, salads, sandwiches, and lunch entrees. For both days, my wife ordered an omelette while I had a breakfast burrito while we both ordered juices and shared a fruit plate. Many hotel reservations using the Hyatt Priveé, American Express's Fine Hotels + Resorts, and Hyatt Globalist programs include complimentary breakfast for two. We made reservations for breakfast and dinner using Open Table, which recently awarded T Cook's with the Open Table Diner's Choice 2024 award. There are indoor and outdoor dining options. Brunch is served daily from 6:30 AM to 1:30 PM while dinner is served daily from 5:30 PM to 9 PM (though on Fridays and Saturdays, it closes a half hour later at 9:30 PM). A fun thing to notice is that the dining room has the original Royal Palms trees right there which go right through the roof. There is also a nice, outdoor patio. We also learned that T Cook's supports the Mix Up Bar, which offers mixology classes and also the Cabana Cafe by the pool. Cabana Cafe includes shared plates, salads, entrees, kids' meals, cocktails, and other drinks. I'll write a separate review for the Mix Up Bar later, which was also a favorite spot of ours on our visit. ”

“ Staying at the Royal Palms and decided to dine at T Cooks . What a beautiful restaurant and we were greeted warmly. Nice table and excellent server. Good and wine were wonderful. I will look forward to returning soon. I think the winter will be wonderful with the fire going!! ”

“ What a wonderful place! This gem is nestled in the lovely Royal Palms Resort & Spa, just south of Camelback Mountain. (I'll review the Resort a little later - this review is for the restaurant only) I just met a group for dinner here and it was comfortable, efficient, and most of all - DELICIOUS! They have excellent noise reduction with drapes, carpet, etc - it makes for a quaint and relaxing experience. I never like places that are so noisy, you can't have a conversation with people at your table. We shared the appetizers - focaccia, heirloom tomato caprese, and beef skewers. All were winners; perfectly cooked and seasoned just right with their respective sauces and garnishes. I then had their short rib for my main dish. This was likely my top ranked short rib I've ever had, and that is saying a lot (I love short ribs and when served over a delicious polenta... mmmmmm!!) Yes, it's a bit pricy, but you definitely get top notch quality and friendly, attentive service - it's absolutely worth it!!! I know where I'm going tomorrow night for dinner! Will certainly be back!! ”

“ T. Cook's is a fantastic dining spot with easy reservations, friendly staff, and incredible food at any time of day. Comfortable seating options whether you want to eat inside or on either of their patios, and can accommodate larger parties. Highly recommended for a memorable dining experience whether you're staying at the Royal Palms or not. ”

“ I was in search of a place that offered a nice outdoor patio where we could celebrate my mother's birthday. Brunch at T. Cook's fit the bill because it wasn't a buffet - you could order individual breakfast or lunch entrees and the ambiance is beautiful. As you would expect at a fancy resort like the Royal Palms, service is wonderful. Our server made us very comfortable and was attentive. Everyone else in our party of six enjoyed their entrees. Unfortunately, I was the only one who was disappointed. I ordered the turkey sandwich and was let down in a few areas. The bread is listed as housemade peasant bread. It's really too thick and bulky for the sandwich, overwhelming it and falling apart. The turkey was a generous portion but I found the flavor to have an odd aftertaste to it. I didn't want to keep eating it, it was so off-putting. I really should have mentioned it to our server as I'm sure he would have made things right. However, I knew the table would have to wait longer for me while they brought a new entree. (That's on me.) T. Cook's is a lovely restaurant located up against Camelback Mt. in the Royal Palms resort. It's a really great place to soak in the Arizona atmosphere. I'd be willing to go back and hope my disappointing turkey sandwich was just a fluke. ”

“ Over the past 20 years, my husband and I have enjoyed many celebratory dinners at T Cooks with family or friends, but on this trip we also had the pleasure of staying at the beautiful Royal Palms Resort. Our server, Tiffany was a professional and very helpful. When asked, she told me the Short Rib was her favorite of the entrees. It was lusciously tender and delicious. The best I ever had, and I've had many! We will return the next time we visit Arizona. ”

“ We are staying at the Royal Palms hotel over the holiday as our grandkids are here visiting and we have had the opportunity to have breakfast here during our stay. We are our daughters guest of honor as a globalist, so breakfast is included each day. I have had both the avocado toast and the spinach and sun-dried tomato tomato quiche and they are beyond fantastic. No boring breakfast foods here. My husband has had two egg breakfast and this morning he had the eggs Benedict And both were fantastic. Their potatoes are absolutely perfect crisp on the outside and creamy on the inside. The service is impeccable, your coffee cup will never be empty and it is a peaceful ambience early in the morning. They do bring you a Nutella filled beignet, little mini ones to have with your coffee. How special is that? Highly recommend, especially if you have benefits, as it is quite pricey, if you do not! ”