Shift Kitchen & Bar

Shift Kitchen & Bar, shared-plates cooking in Flagstaff

Shift Kitchen & Bar is an American shared-plates restaurant located in Flagstaff, Arizona. Its approach centers on a meal meant to be enjoyed family-style, with a menu of bold flavors, locally sourced ingredients, and carefully composed dishes, served in a casual and accessible atmosphere. The restaurant opened on April 1, 2016, with the stated intention of changing the mentality with which dining is experienced in Flagstaff.

An open kitchen and a team with names of its own

The restaurant has an open kitchen, so diners can watch the chefs prepare each dish. The business presents this feature as part of its dining experience, along with the idea of connecting the kitchen with the work of the team.

The leadership team is made up of Dara Wong, owner and pastry chef; Tamara Stanger, executive chef; Danny Picard, general manager, and Tyler McBride, head of hospitality.

Dishes and drinks that appear on the menu

The dinner menu includes preparations such as duck confit taquitos with mesquite mole and green apple pico de gallo. On the pastry side is the peanut butter Swiss roll with candied peanuts, chocolate crunch, and banana ice cream. The drinks list includes cocktails such as Spice Up Your Life, made with natural wine vermouth, aperitivo, prosecco, and basil.

Among the dishes mentioned in the customer reviews collected on the site are the elote agnolotti, the pork chop, the Caesar salad, the pickled French fries, and the sorbet, which the house serves in a savory version.

Recognition and diner ratings

The restaurant states in its introduction that it was voted the best restaurant in Flagstaff for two years in a row. The customer opinions published on the site highlight the originality of the offering, the quality of the food, the speed and friendliness of the service, and a calm neighborhood atmosphere, suitable for date nights. Several reviews also mention the interest in the open kitchen and the chance to watch the team at work.

Reservations, events, and gift cards

The site allows you to make reservations and send messages to inquire about purchasing gift cards or catering options. It also offers the option to subscribe to a newsletter to receive notices when the menu is updated.

Sister location

Shift Kitchen & Bar has a sister location, the wine lounge OENO.

Location and contact

107 North San Francisco St, #2 Flagstaff, AZ 86001 · Phone: (928) 440-5135 · Email: info@shiftflg.com · Hours: Daily: 5PM-9PM