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Roosevelt Lake Marina Building a destination spot on Roosevelt Lake David Sowders/Copper Corridor BY DAVID SOWDERS Assistant Editor David Sowders/Copper Corridor Guests enjoy the lakeside atmosphere on Ffinch’s patio. Set against a lakeside backdrop that changes by the hour, Ffinch’s Waterfront Kitchen and Bar welcomes customers from all over. With its location at Roosevelt Lake Marina, its patio seating where guests can enjoy food, drinks and music, and its diverse menu, Ffinch’s manager, Mark Kie- See ROOSEVELT, page 35 34 Gateway to the Copper Corridor 2022
Continued from page 34 ru, believes it will be a destination spot for years to come. “This has become extremely fun and exciting because we’re at grassroots level, and we’re developing something quite amazing,” said Kieru. “It’s not your typical, ordinary restaurant selling burgers and pizza,” he said, though those items are part of the menu – along with BBQ, steak and seafood dinners, chicken wings, salads, tacos and much more. “We’ve developed a pretty aggressive menu with a little bit of everything. Luckily for us we have some talented line cooks and a kitchen that’s able to pull this off, because it’s not easily done.” Kieru, a food industry veteran originally from New York, learned that the lakefront restaurant/bar was looking for a manager and came to check it out. “I saw the great possibilities and potential, spoke with the owners and ended up taking the job,” he said. “When I first made the trip here from Scottsdale, going up Highway 87, it was breathtaking. I went home via Highway 60; both trips were beautiful.” Along with its extensive menu and its views over Roosevelt Lake’s blue waters, Ffinch’s boasts several big-screen TVs where sports fans can catch a game, a game room, out- Staff at Ffinch’s serve indoor diners and bar customers. door heating and a walk-up order window. It has become an attraction for marina members and all kinds of other guests – from locals to winter visitors, and even wildland fire crews. “Many times they’d come in and have to leave right away before they got their food,” Kieru said of the firefighters. “When we could, we would take the food to them. We’re so proud of them and the job they’ve done for the community.” Kieru said his staff was another great asset, helping create an atmosphere he hopes will create family memories of trips to Ffinch’s. “We have people here who have been employed for almost two years, and I feel blessed by that. They’re very much a part of everything that happens here. “Our business has continued to grow because we were fortunate enough to have new faces show up and experience what we’re all about; the friendliness of the staff, the quality of the food, the beauty of the environment – whether you’re into sports or music, or just the dining. Because of the beautiful lake and our camping facilities here, this became a destination place for those who David Sowders/Copper Corridor needed and wanted to get out of the house.” Ffinch’s, located at 28085 N. Hwy. 188 in Roosevelt, welcomes guests Monday through Thursday from 11:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m., Friday from 11:30 a.m. to 9 p.m., Saturday from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. and Sunday from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. Both dine-in and takeout are available; for orders or information, call (602) 977-7170. Gateway to the Copper Corridor 2022 35
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