Chef Beau MacMillan, one of Arizona’s most legendary chefs, and Chef Peter McQuaid, a celebrated culinary sensation debuted their highly anticipated debut menu at The Americano, one of North Scottsdale’s most coveted dinner hotspots.
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Dynamic duo: From Food Network to menu masters
With sophisticated dishes showcasing their signature blend of bold flavors and refined techniques, the menu marks the first offering by the Food Network stars and longtime collaborators since taking the helm at the upscale Italian-inspired steakhouse, where MacMillan serves as director of culinary and McQuaid as executive chef.
The revamped menu encapsulates the core elements of The Americano’s identity, including prime steaks, house-made pasta and Mediterranean seafood, with diverse offerings for Scottsdale’s discerning palate. It features new showstopping touches to enhance the guest experience, like the immersive tableside mozzarella, where hand-stretched mozzarella is crafted into a beautiful starting dish from just a few high-quality ingredients. Guests can also expect a rotating selection of seasonal chef-driven features inspired by its signature wood-fired grill.
“Our primary goal with this menu was to keep the heart and soul of The Americano while elevating the culinary creativity,” MacMillan says. “We’re introducing new dishes that haven’t been offered before while remaining true to the identity of the restaurant and what’s made it such a beloved spot. I’ve been enamored with this place for years, and it was important to me that this evolution honored guests by continuing to offer a sense of familiarity with new, bold flavors.”
From Table-Side Mozzarella to Ahi Tuna Crudo (and so much more)
For starters, the menu offers a variety of appetizers such as:
- The Americano Tableside Mozzarella ($46) with heirloom tomato, basil, balsamic glaze and sea salt
- House-Made Focaccia ($15) with whipped ricotta, rosemary, roasted garlic oil and sea salt
- Terra Heritage Wagyu Beef Carpaccio ($28) with celery, walnut, truffle, pickled shallot and gorgonzola
- Meatballs al Forno ($22) with Pomodoro, Stracciatella and pecorino
- Roasted Bone Marrow ($32) with Fresno chili jam, parsley salad, caramelized onions, capers and grilled bread
- Little Neck Clams ($26) with fennel, chorizo and smoked tomato broth
- Fire Roasted Oysters ($30) with the choice of umami Rockefeller or smoked tomato butter; Island Creek Oysters ($24) with prosecco mignonette, cocktail sauce and lemon
- Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail ($36) with gulf whites, pickle spice and horseradish remoulade
- Ahi Tuna Crudo ($32) with butter olives, capers, petit herbs, pistachio and ruby red grapefruit
- “The Only” Oscietra Caviar ($195) with caramelized onion dip and house-made potato chips.
A delectable selection of entrees and house-made daily pasta dishes are also featured, including:
- Maine Lobster Risotto for Two ($115) with lobster, maitake mushrooms, English peas and coral butter
- Chilean Seabass ($62) with blistered tomatoes, parsley, capers and citrus
- Volcano Pork Shank ($44) with parmesan and sage polenta, charred broccolini, pickled cherry peppers and pork jus
- Smoked Eggplant Milanese ($28) with Pomodoro sauce, pecorino, arugula and citrus
- Spaghetti alla Nerano ($28) with zucchini, pecorino romano, lemon and brown butter breadcrumbs
- Bucatini al Pomodoro ($26) with tomato, basil, confit garlic, chili and Parmigiano
- Tagliatelle Wagyu Bolognese ($36) with Terra Heritage wagyu beef, pork, veal and fontina Fonduta
- King Crab Cavatelli ($52) with tomato sofrito, chili flake, mascarpone and shellfish broth
- Wood Roasted Feature of the Day (MP) with a rotating selection of fresh, seasonal proteins
The Americano chef favorites
Completing the offerings are flavorful and hearty new sides including Chef MacMillan’s personal favorite Hand Cut Fries ($16) with barbecue spice, garlic, aioli and chive; Truffle Mac ($24) with parmigiana, fontina and mascarpone; Mushrooms ($17) with steak Diane and chive; Potato Puree ($14) with chicken jus, chive and crispy shallot; and Broccolini ($14) with garlic, chili and lemon.
Trendy and sophisticated, The Americano offers a chic, moody atmosphere adorned with striking custom art and sculptures. The modern supper club-style dining room, with cozy crescent-shaped booths, rich leather chairs and butcher-block tables, provides an inviting setting where guests can enjoy a front-row view of the open kitchen and wood-fired grill, showcasing a nightly display of culinary craftsmanship.
For more information or to book a reservation, visit TheAmericanoRestaurant.com.