Ocotillo

Former Mary Elaine’s chef Walter Sterling returns to the Valley after a five-year hiatus to deliver well-executed global eats in a contemporary, neighborhood dining compound that includes a beer garden, coffee bar and outdoor lounge. Careful attention is paid to seasonal sides and starters such as roasted cauliflower, ricotta with sun-dried strawberries and miso-soaked Persian cucumbers, and the brunch menu is inspired.