Phoenix Flame

What a gem! Upscale-looking high end fare.Great service, fast kitchen. Will be back!

I wish we'd just come for appetizers...yucca fries were great.Cuban sandwich was fine.Daughter enjoyed her huge hunk of salmon until she realized it was raw in the thicker part.

The best restaurant I have been to in a long time. Although in a strip mall, once you step inside you are impressed with the clean and snazzy decor. Staff was incredibly friendly. Our waitress was prompt and well versed in the menu. Answered all our questions with great suggestions. We ordered appetizers, soup/salad course and dinner. Everything we had was perfectly flavored. The blend of Mediterranean/Latin and Asian elements were paired in smart ways. We started with the Bao Buns/Bites. Great flavored pork paired with the fluffy Asian Bun/Taco. I followed that up with a salad--crisp and fresh.I got the Phoenix Flame Sandwich as my main course. It was a delight. Short rib was tender and flavorfull. The slaw had a slight edge and crisp to the dish. Fries were some of the best. My buddies who accompanied me were equally impressed by the Steak Sandwich and the Argentian steak. They know how to properly cook meat here. Properly seasoned too.On top of the gourmet quality of our food, prices were extremely reasonable.While eating the Chef/Owner checked in on us. Very friendly and humble. But he and his wife should be proud for creating a great and unique restaurant.I can't wait to return and want to bring the whole family for the experience.Highly recommend.

Great service, great food and drink list! Reasonable price for the amount and quality of food...except the yuca fries. :) The hangover soup is def a shareable size or can be an individual entree. Love the corner salad with fennels, cashew and grapes! The Argentinian steak is well seasoned and cooked to the requested temperature:) so soft and melt in your mouth! Will come back and check out the kabob next!

The place was small and intimate and surprisingly located in a strip mall. The place was very clean and we had seating right outside the kitchen, where you could watch food being prepped. Service was good. Not only were the servers attentive, the owner was very friendly by going around table to table chatting it up. Food was soo good!! Although the appetizers were small, they were packed with lots of flavor. We started off with the plantain maduro and low carb yuca fries. If you're looking to share appetizers, you'll want to order a few. My gf ordered the Argentinian steak and I ordered the steak and fries. Both steaks were packed with flavor. The chimichurri sauce was amazing- not only for the steak but to dip the fries in. It was so simple yet so delicious. We finished the meal with some crème brûlée and it was big enough to share. I was really intrigued by their chocolate cake- which is the owners mom's recipes so I'll have to try it next time I stop by... My only complaint was where we were seated which was right next to the hallway that leads to the bathroom. There's a gap that leads to the hallway then another table actually along the hallway wall. When both tables are occupied- it makes it narrows the passage way so needless to say, other patrons were knocking into the corner of my car, along with the servers. I was fine with the first bump but by the 3rd I was annoyed and wished we had been seated elsewhere. So if they try to sit you in that spot- request a different table...

Love this little gem! Came here for dinner and everything we ordered was delicious . Staff was friendly and the owner came to greet us. It's located in s strip mall but spacious inside. Will definitely recommend to anyone interested in a good fusion restaurant!

Immediately our server was so kind and welcoming and set a great tone for our dinner. She happily answered any questions about the menu and was very attentive despite being busy. We ordered the yuca fry appetizer (you MUST try the green herb sauce), the Phoenix Flame sandwich (short rib) and the hangover soup. I also ordered the Paloma which was great. All of our food was so interesting and delicious! After dinner, the chef came to each table to personally to greet the patrons and we were able to discuss the inspiration for the menu. The chef is Bulgarian and his wife Ecuadorian, so the menu is a nice Latin-Mediterranean combo which is very unique! We were already talking about what dishes we want to order when we come back. Very excited to have this new restaurant in the neighborhood!

My wife and I love this restaurant. It was our second time visiting the new location. It's a nice intimate vibe and perfect for a date. The short rib bowl was fantastic and very filling. The plantain chips were tasty and the pico is refreshing.

Landing at O'Hare with dreams of sinking my teeth into one of Au Cheval's famed burgers, my plans were abruptly rerouted by a colleague's suggestion on our last night - a suggestion that led us to Flaming Phoenix in Rolling Hills, IL, just a stone's throw from the Schaumburg Renaissance. Initially dismayed by the change, especially upon entering a nondescript strip mall, my skepticism deepened. Yet, the moment we stepped inside, the eclectic beats and equally diverse menu of Caribbean and Middle Eastern fare hinted at an unexpected culinary adventure.The owner, upon learning of our choices, confidently declared the Ultimate Steak Sandwich I opted for - ranked #6 on Yelp - a worthy rival to Au Cheval's burger. Challenge accepted. Our foray into Flaming Phoenix's offerings began with the Martinez Cup appetizer: a delightful array of tostone plantain cups brimming with crunchy greens, tomatoes, and a vibrant chimichurri sauce, each crowned with impeccably cooked shrimp, salmon, and steak. This appetizer alone set the tone for an evening of culinary brilliance.Then arrived the pièce de résistance - the Steak Sandwich. It was nothing short of a culinary masterpiece. Nestled within a soft, airy bun lay a toasty grilled cheese pocket, layers of fork-tender marinated steak, all brought together with a smooth, creamy aioli. Despite my growing fullness, the dish commanded my complete attention, ensuring not a single bite nor any of the hand-cut fries went to waste. Leaving any behind would have felt almost criminal.Flaming Phoenix, with its unassuming location and unique fusion of flavors, transformed my initial disappointment into a gastronomic delight I'd eagerly recommend. This hidden gem in Rolling Hills, IL, surpasses mere convenience, offering an unforgettable dining experience that challenges even the most acclaimed burgers.

Came here with family on a Friday night. The place wasn't too busy for a Friday night, but we also came later so maybe there were more people before we came. Regardless, our server Seth was very friendly and accommodating, and the food was spectacular. I had the Argentinian NY Strip, my brothers tried a few of their sandwiches. The sandwiches were both amazing, and honestly all of the ones on the menu look delicious. The steak was cooked almost perfect and came with some very flavorful and unique veggies and potatoes. Great service and great food, can't ask for much more, will definitely be back again.