text: I decided to check this place out after many of the people I had recommended it to came back raving about it They were right nnThe Mission is located in Old Town Scottsdale amidst a flurry of Arizona souvenir shops pricey art galleries and historical museums This is a very touristy area Despite that the Mission is anything but touristy It is tastefully decorated as the name would imply and still goes a step beyond the cliche mission style with romantic window treatments and elegant chandalier lightingnnMy friend and I came in for lunch and as we past through the front patio debated whether or not to dine al fresco That though evaporated as soon as we entered and eyed the bar It called out to us as many bars do Unlike the rest of the place the bar was empty so we hunkered down and recieved incredibly friendly and professional servicenAfter chatting up the bartender a little about the menu we sipped our LA Vodka and sodas The vodka was tinged with pommegranite and was a little to sweet for me but it was vodkanThe tableside Guacamole was prepared with excellent results Chunky creamy and best of all zesty as it should be The Chips were warm and had different salsas for dipping One was smokey one green and one was just rightnNext up was a Peruvian clam stew served with Taro root bread to sop up the savory juices The clams were fresh and the vegetables were very flavorful DelishiousnWe decided to split the Pork Shoulder tacos Even though they appeared to be small the flavor they packed was anything but It was the perfect amount for us After a second drink and several glasses of water we though t we were through but nonOur bartender friend surprised us with yet another incredibly tasty dish Pumpkin bread pudding with vanilla bean ice cream and a little carmel sauce It was worth every fat calorienEverything about this place was excellent The service was impeccable The decor interesting and romantic The food was truly inspiring and satisfying on every level nI cannot wait to go back for Brunch