It always tickles me to find a little slice of heaven in my own back yard. Barrelhouse is it.\n\nHidden in a strip mall, once you're inside, the hip, almost industrial vibe sets the mood for a laid back evening of eclectic cuisine, drinks so delish you'd think they had a chemist behind the bar and a respite from from a formulaic chain or an over priced indy restaurant .\n\nI've been there twice. First time, service was a little shaky, but they communicated with us abut the situation and we had an amazing dinner. Plenty of time to talk and catch up with friends, while enjoying cocktails and appetizers prior to the  entrees. I knew they were having an off night---they were more upset about it than we were. Food was amazing.\n\nLast night, we gave them another shot. Service--- five stars. Amazing. Food is nothing less than marvelous. I had Caribbean Jerk  Spiced Sea Bass and it's the best I have ever had. My best friend had pot roast---simmered for 8 hours and while I would never order pot roast at a restaurant, I would order this!! (Your grandmother has nothing on pot roast compared to this.) \n\nI could go on and on about the menu, but check it out for yourself. It's unlike any menu I've seen----from grass fed beef hamburgers to truffle mac n cheese. \n\nYou can make reservations too.  \n\n Enjoy a little find in the east valley!