Sep, 23, 2025
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Alden at Phoenix Art Museum Opens October 1
PhxArt and CS Hospitality debut new restaurant with vibrant flavors, seasonal menus, and both full-service and grab-and-go dining at the Valley’s premier art destination
PHOENIX, Ariz. (September 22, 2025) – On Wednesday, October 1, 2025, Phoenix Art Museum will debut Alden, a 3,862-square-foot New American restaurant that merges culinary creativity with architectural history. Named for Alden B. Dow, the visionary behind the Museum’s original 1959 building, the restaurant was created in partnership with CS Hospitality, a new hospitality group founded by the team behind Conceptually Social together with Operating Partner Monica X. Castillo
“We are thrilled to officially announce the opening date for Alden at Phoenix Art Museum,” said Jeremy Mikolajczak, the Museum’s Sybil Harrington Director and CEO. “Inspired by the visionary spirit of the Museum’s architect, Alden B. Dow, this new restaurant invites guests to savor an artful culinary experience that echoes the creativity and innovation found throughout our campus. Beginning this October, we encourage everyone to make reservations and enjoy a day at the Museum. Explore this season’s extraordinary exhibitions, discover unique finds at The Museum Store, and now, complete your visit with a memorable meal at Alden, presented in partnership with CS Hospitality.”
Situated in Downtown Phoenix at the heart of Phoenix Art Museum and overlooking the Museum’s lush Dorrance Sculpture Garden, Alden offers guests a refined yet welcoming atmosphere where food, art, and community meet. Beginning October 1, the restaurant will be open for indoor dining Wednesday through Friday from 10 am to 9 pm, and Saturday and Sunday from 10 am to 8 pm (closed Mondays and Tuesdays), serving as a destination for leisurely lunches and sumptuous dinners. Museum visitors can also enjoy a convenient grab-and-go selection with outdoor seating on Grossman Terrace in the Sculpture Garden, with full outdoor dining service launching this November in time for the holiday season.
Alden’s menu reflects a modern American sensibility elevated by global influences and seasonal ingredients. Shareables include a range of vibrant, flavor-forward starters, such as a delicate hamachi crudo. Salads range from a crisp seasonal fattoush to hearty greens. Sandwiches like the chicken katsu bun and indulgent patty melt balance comfort with culinary flair, while entrées such as a silky squash risotto or classic steak frites bring depth and richness. A whimsical strawberry trifle—a playful riff on Alden B. Dow’s favorite strawberry shortcake dessert—anchors the dessert menu. Guests will also enjoy a full kids’ menu and a beverage program featuring crafted house and zero-proof cocktails.
For CS Hospitality, the team behind Kaizen Sushi, Conceptually Social Catering, and Silo Tempe, Alden marks a new chapter in crafting hospitality experiences that celebrate design and community. Operating Partner Monica X. Castillo, whose career spans Loews Ventana Canyon Resort in Tucson, La Grande Orange Pizzeria, Chelsea’s Kitchen, Parlor Pizzeria, Upward Projects, and Happiness Plaza Concepts in Wichita, Kan., has long been known for shaping menus that balance comfort and creativity.
“Dining at Alden is about the connection between flavors, people, and art,” said Castillo. “It will be a space where guests can relax, take in the beauty of the Museum, and enjoy a meal that feels both special and approachable.”
For more information about Alden’s menu or to make a reservation, visit www.AldenPhx.com
About Alden @ PhxArt
Alden is a newly renovated 3,862-square-foot restaurant located within Phoenix Art Museum. Open five days a week for lunch, dinner, and grab-and-go service, Alden offers a modern American menu inspired by seasonal ingredients and the diverse flavors of the community. Set alongside the Museum’s stunning Dorrance Sculpture Garden, the restaurant provides a welcoming destination where food, art, and culture meet. With shareable plates, hearty entrées, sandwiches, salads, desserts, and a curated beverage program, Alden has something to satisfy every craving. For more information, visit www.AldenPhx.com or follow along on Instagram at @AldenPhx.
About Phoenix Art Museum
Since 1959, Phoenix Art Museum (PhxArt) has engaged millions of visitors with the art of our region and world. Located in Phoenix’s Central Corridor, PhxArt creates spaces of exchange and belonging for all audiences through dynamic exhibitions, collections, and experiences with art. Each year, 300,000 guests on average engage with critically acclaimed national and international exhibitions and the Museum’s collection of more than 21,000 works of American and Western
American, Asian, European, Latin American, modern, and contemporary art and fashion design, along with vibrant photography exhibitions made possible through the Museum’s landmark partnership with the Center for Creative Photography at the University of Arizona in Tucson. PhxArt also presents live performances, outstanding examples of global cinema, arts-education programs and workshops, a monthly live-music series, and more for the community. To learn more about Phoenix Art Museum, visit phxart.org, or call 602.257.1880.