Ironwood American Kitchen At The Fairmont Scottsdale Princess

Ironwood American Kitchen at the Fairmont Scottsdale Princess was a wonderful part of our stay during Christmas week. We truly enjoyed our time at the Fairmont, especially using our American Express perks! Thank you, American Express! Every morning, we had a fabulous breakfast at Ironwood. Some days we ordered off the menu, and other days we enjoyed their scrumptious buffet. The omelette station was incredible. Everything from smoked salmon to fresh, made-to-order egg creations were amazing. The buffet had an amazing variety, including fresh bakery items, shrimp dishes, and just about anything you could think of. I thoroughly enjoyed everything I tried. One of my favorite parts of each morning was my luxury matcha latte. It was the perfect start to the day. The only downside is that there was usually a 30–45 minute wait every morning, as the restaurant was always very busy. Our waiter also seemed quite busy at times. I think hiring additional service staff would really help improve the flow and make the experience smoother and faster for guests. That said, the food, atmosphere, and overall experience were fantastic. Despite the wait, Ironwood American Kitchen is absolutely worth it and a great dining spot at the Fairmont.

Tucked inside the Fairmont Scottsdale Princess, Ironwood American Kitchen delivers more than just elevated comfort food it offers a genuinely welcoming experience. From the moment we walked in, the staff set the tone with their friendly professionalism. Every team member wore a smile, offered thoughtful recommendations, and made us feel like valued guests rather than just another table. The food? Stellar. The burger was a standout cooked to perfection and elevated by a house-made special sauce that added just the right kick. It was juicy, flavorful, and exactly what a gourmet burger should be. The popcorn chicken was another hit: piping hot, perfectly crispy, and paired with golden French fries that matched it in crunch and heat. It’s the kind of plate that disappears fast, and for good reason. Whether you’re staying at the resort or just dropping in for a bite, Ironwood American Kitchen is worth the visit. Great food, great vibes, and a team that makes the whole experience feel personal.

How I miss breakfast here! Our server, James truly made our experience amazing. We had other options but chose to eat here 4 days in a row during our stay because of James. He made sure our party of 5 had everything we needed. Unfortunately there was no buffet during our stay but we loved all of the menu options. Lots of pics for reference! We had a different server the last day who left us with a bad taste in our mouth. Also loved the option to sit inside our outside depending on weather.

This restaurant scores high marks for their service. Our server was James who definitely provided 10/10 service and was very likable and professional. We would come back solely for his excellent service. Room for improvement would be a bit better clarity and reassessment of certain food items being marked in their weekend brunch buffet as V for vegan. Cross contamination needs to be monitored better for the items prepared(such as the potatoes being cooked in the same fryer as non-vegan food). Overall, the smoked salmon and the eggs benedict were top notch. The mango chia seed pudding was exquisite. Their omelette station offered all of the toppings you’d want. Their donuts were so fresh, fluffy and delicious. We also enjoyed the atmosphere very much.

We ate here twice while staying at the hotel for the Phoenix open. Our server for lunch was Luke, he was wonderful and we had the best hummus appetizer I’ve ever tasted. Our server for breakfast was James who was also fantastic and the breakfast buffet is definitely one of the most foodie driven I’ve ever had. The omelet station, avocado toast, salmon toast, breakfast sandwich, donut wall, cinnamon buns, etc. were all fantastic. The chef has really created a wonderful farm to table menu. I highly recommend.

Great restaurant inside Fairmont Scottsdale Princess. The breakfast buffet is superb with wide varieties and lots of selections. There are so much good food that we didn't mind the fact that they're the only breakfast restaurant on property. You can have breakfast and enjoy the natural surroundings. It's a wonderful experience with the nature, with birds chirping and flying outside. This is a feature not a bug. If they don't want the nature they should go somewhere else.

We ate at this restaurant after going to the spa for a massage. The food was really good! We had the hummus and pimiento dip as an appetizer and then a flat bread and grilled cheese on noble bread for our entrees. Everything was fantastic. Just dropping it to four stars because our server disappeared for probably half an hour towards the end when we were trying to leave. Other than that, everything was great. We would definitely return and try some of their cocktails next time!

This afternoon, we went out for a bite to eat. We ordered two appetizers — Tuna Crudo with Burrata and Dukkah Roasted Carrots — followed by an AZ Farmer Salad with shrimp added and a Blackened Salmon for our main courses. Everything was delicious, and our waiter was very friendly.