Scottsdale's Food Scene Awaits
Eating Well in Scottsdale
When visiting places to eat in Scottsdale, you’ll be able to immerse yourself in a large and varied dining scene. From the hot spots in Old Town Scottsdale to tucked away neighborhood favorites, you’ll have every flavor and cuisine imaginable.
Scottsdale, Arizona, is home to desert landscapes, friendly locals, miles of hiking trails, vintage shops, unique restaurants, and much more! One of the best tourist hotspots in the United States due to the year-round sunny weather and the never-ending list of outdoor things to do, it is no wonder that Scottsdale is a must-visit on our list of places to see in 2023. But where should you stop to get a bite to eat when you are visiting this beautiful city? Check out some of the best dining spots for breakfast, lunch, dinner, cocktails, or a quick snack!
If you are in the mood for upscale food that will make your taste buds dance this is the place for you. Having received a James Beard Award nomination, this restaurant is known for its strong flavors, simple ingredients, and locally sourced produce. Although the plates may not sound intricate, the balanced flavors and elegant plating makes this ideal for a date night.
Huge plates of spaghetti, fresh mussels from the nearby ocean, and crunchy Italian bread — what more could you want? Pair any of these Italian dishes with a glass of red Pinot Noir or white Pinot Grigio for the perfect filling dinner after a long day of exploring sunny Scottsdale.
Meat lovers, rejoice! You will never want to get steak again anywhere else after having visited J&G Steakhouse at the Phoenician Resort.
Dining in Scottsdale, Arizona is the Place to Enjoy Your Next Feast
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Places Worth Knowing
A Few Special Places

Virtu Honest Craft
Chef Virtu has made his restaurant a local and national destination. It has been listed on Esquire's Best New Restaurants list, along with receiving a James Beard Award nomination. The food is described as simple yet inspired, with the menu having a Mediterranean flavor. Ingredients such as locally grown produce and Spanish octopus are featured on elegant plates. This establishment offers a daily brunch with specialties such as Duck confit and mortadella Benedicts and more.

Marcelino
Offering luxurious Italian food, with top-notch service, this eatery is perfect for any type of gathering from romantic dates to celebrations. Chef Verzino impresses with attention to both his food and his guests. Offerings include grilled jumbo shrimp on feta croquets to start, entrees such as gnocchi in gorgonzola sauce. And don't miss the classic Italian desserts such as tiramisu and panna cotta.

J & G Steakhouse
Sometimes you just need a steak and J&G Steakhouse at the Phoenician Resort can fill that hankering! Enjoy stunning views, delicious food, and superior service. While beef is the restaurants mainstay, you'll also enjoy delicate seafood offering, tasty sides, and a beverage menu that runs the gamut from domestic beers to pricey wine offerings. Check out the desert-inspired newly remodeled patio area – perfect for enjoying the views!

Hash Kitchen
Start your day off the right way at this creative breakfast and bar establishment. Hash is a brunch-only, chef-driven eatery that is know for its hashes (of course), scramblers, pancakes, and morning cocktails. The plentiful DIY Bloody Mary Bar is a creative way to make your own with a selection of toppings and in-house infused vodkas. It's a social dining experience that is a locals and visitor favorite.

Hot Noodles Cold Sake
This is a tiny noodle shop that offers umami by the bowl full! Josh Hebert has cooked in Tokyo and brings his experiences and flavors to Scottsdale with his nuanced and soulful offerings. He has chosen to spurn ramen trends, sticking to the classics such as shoyu and miso. If you are a ramen aficionado, try the Goma House ramen with Char-siu pork, bok choy, sesame seeds, and shishito peppers!

Café Monarch
Dine in French elegance in this European-villa-style restaurant. Café Monarch features a customized menu and serene privacy to its guests. It has been voted by Travelocity as the third best restaurant in the US for fine dining, along with the second most romantic restaurant in the country. You'll receive special attention from the staff, and you'll dine on farm-to-table ingredients of the highest quality.
Local Dining
Where to Eat in Scottsdale
From casual neighborhood spots to fine dining, the area's restaurants reflect the region's character and craft.

Wine Girl
Wine Girl is a modern boho bar in Old Town Scottsdale featuring kegged wines from California, Oregon, and Washington, plus charcuterie and flatbreads.

The Ultimate Dining Guide to Scottsdale, AZ
Discover Scottsdale's best restaurants, from breakfast hotspots to coffee cafes and lunch destinations, featuring local favorites and culinary experiences.

Daily Dose Old Town Bar & Grill
Daily Dose Old Town Bar & Grill serves comfort food with fresh, locally-sourced ingredients in Scottsdale's Old Town, featuring creative breakfast and lunch options daily.

D Lite Scottsdale
D Lite Scottsdale serves organic, healthy fast-food with fresh smoothies, cold-pressed juice, and nutritious breakfast and lunch dishes near Old Town.

Restaurants in Phoenix, AZ: Belly Kitchen and Bar
Discover Belly Kitchen and Bar, a Phoenix restaurant featuring Southeast Asian cuisine, craft cocktails, and a rooftop bar in a historic building.

The Roaring Fork Scottsdale
American Western Bistro in Scottsdale featuring wood-fired meats, steaks, and signature dishes like Sugar-Cured Duck and Bacon-Wrapped Filet Mignon with daily happy hour.

RnR Gastropub
RnR Gastropub in Old Town Scottsdale serves comfort food classics, handcrafted cocktails, and bottomless brunch drinks in a relaxed atmosphere open daily until midnight.

Grassroots Kitchen & Tap
Discover Grassroots Kitchen & Tap, a family-owned Scottsdale restaurant serving Southern-influenced American cuisine with handcrafted cocktails since 2011.

Sauce Pizza & Wine Scottsdale
Discover Sauce Pizza & Wine in Scottsdale, featuring handcrafted gourmet pizzas, fresh salads, and curated wines in a casual dining setting.

ShinBay
Experience omakase at ShinBay in Old Town Scottsdale, where Chef Shinji Kurita crafts multi-course Japanese cuisine with fresh daily seafood.

The Vig
Discover The Vig Scottsdale, a premier patio bar featuring modern American cuisine with Southwestern flair, craft cocktails, and mountain views.

Top Places for To-Go Cocktails in Scottsdale
Discover Scottsdale's best bars offering cocktails to-go, from margarita kits to build-your-own cocktail options at top venues like Sorso Wine Room and Fat Ox.

Toca Madera
Discover Toca Madera, a refined Mexican restaurant in Scottsdale featuring innovative cuisine, handcrafted cocktails, and signature dishes prepared on hot lava stones.

Yama Sushi Phoenix
Discover Yama Sushi House in Phoenix, a Japanese restaurant featuring fresh sushi rolls, specialty dishes, and authentic cuisine loved by locals and visitors.

Pomo Pizzeria Napoletana
Authentic Verace Pizza Napoletana in Scottsdale with wood-fired ovens imported from Campania, handmade pasta, and Italian wines near your rental.

Original Chop Shop
Discover Original Chop Shop in Old Town Scottsdale, featuring fresh locally sourced ingredients, creative bowls, sandwiches, and chopped salads with daily-baked bread.

Pachamama PHX
Discover Pachamama PHX, an authentic vegan restaurant in Phoenix serving plant-based Latin cuisine with fresh, locally sourced ingredients and no processed foods.

The Mission Old Town Scottsdale
Discover The Mission Old Town Scottsdale, a casually elegant Latin restaurant featuring chef Matt Carter's elevated Mexican street food with wood-grilled meats and signature cocktails.

Mastro's City Hall Steakhouse
Mastro's City Hall is an upscale steakhouse in Scottsdale featuring prime cuts, fresh seafood, sushi, and an elegant atmosphere perfect for date nights and special occasions.

Hulu's Modern Tiki
Discover Hulu's Modern Tiki in Old Town Scottsdale, featuring Hawaiian and South Pacific cuisine in a retro tiki setting with craft cocktails and happy hour specials.

Postino
Discover Postino in Old Town Scottsdale, serving bruschetta, charcuterie boards, and curated wines from around the world in a stylish, laid-back setting.

Hanny's
Discover Hanny's, a historic 1947 Italian restaurant in Phoenix featuring huge portions, specialty cocktails, live DJ, and quirky character perfect for Scottsdale visitors.

Grimaldi's Pizza in Scottsdale
Discover Grimaldi's Pizza in Scottsdale, featuring coal-fired brick-oven New York style pizza with fresh ingredients, handmade mozzarella, and curated wines.

Eddie V's Prime Seafood
Upscale steak and seafood dining near Kierland Commons with dine-in, takeout, and Black Tie Marketplace boxes for your vacation rental.

Fat Ox
Discover Fat Ox, an upscale modern Italian restaurant in Scottsdale featuring Mediterranean-inspired cuisine, hand-pressed cocktails, and an extensive wine list.

Ocean 44
Discover Ocean 44, an upscale seafood and steakhouse in Scottsdale featuring fresh coastal cuisine, prime steaks, and an extensive bar menu in a sophisticated setting.

DeFalco's Deli & Grocery
Family-owned Italian deli in Scottsdale serving handcrafted sandwiches, pizza, calzones, and homemade dishes from 100-year-old recipes with fresh ingredients.

EVO
EVO is an Italian eatery in Old Town Scottsdale featuring traditional comfort food from central and northern regions, with standout dishes like Lobster Carbonara and handmade pastas.

Fogo de Chão Brazilian Steakhouse
Authentic Brazilian steakhouse in Scottsdale featuring traditional churrasco grilled meats carved tableside, with premium cuts, sides, and catering options.

First Watch
First Watch Scottsdale serves fresh breakfast, brunch, and lunch with avocado toast, pancakes, omelets, salads, and power bowls daily from 7am to 2:30pm.

Lucky's Indoor Outdoor – Cool Bars in Phoenix
Lucky's Indoor Outdoor is a retro-vibe bar in Phoenix's Roosevelt Row Arts District featuring indoor and outdoor spaces, craft cocktails, local food trucks, and live weekend music.

Maple & Ash
Discover Maple & Ash, an upscale modern steakhouse in Scottsdale featuring wood-fired dishes by a two-Michelin-star chef and an acclaimed wine menu.

Lux Coffee
Lux Coffee in Scottsdale serves specialty coffee drinks, cocktails, wine, and fresh pastries in a casual atmosphere with outdoor seating and free Wi-Fi.

The Hot Chick
The Hot Chick serves organic, free-range fried chicken with retro arcade games, craft cocktails, and nostalgic 70s vibes in Scottsdale's entertainment district.

The Montauk
The Montauk is a beach-inspired brunch and happy hour venue in Old Town Scottsdale featuring coastal cuisine, specialty cocktails, and weekend bottomless mimosas.

Taco Guild
Award-winning Taco Guild serves handcrafted tacos with locally sourced ingredients in a historic church setting near Scottsdale, featuring craft margaritas and tequila.

Talavera
Discover Talavera, an upscale Spanish restaurant in Scottsdale featuring desert mountain views, traditional cuisine, and live Flamenco guitar on Thursday nights.

Sizzle Korean BBQ
Authentic Korean BBQ near Old Town Scottsdale with table grills, premium beef and pork, and fresh fruit desserts.

The Salty Senorita in Scottsdale, AZ
Discover The Salty Senorita in Old Town Scottsdale, serving Mexican cuisine with 16 margarita flavors, tacos, and cocktails on a large outdoor patio.

Pigtails Downtown Phoenix
Discover Pigtails, a hidden speakeasy cocktail and seafood bar in Downtown Phoenix's Cityscape featuring hand-crafted cocktails and fresh oysters.

ZuZu
Discover ZuZu at Hotel Valley Ho, a Scottsdale restaurant featuring creative cuisine, brunch, cocktails, and Chef Roulette dining experiences.

Short Leash Hotdogs & Rollover Donuts
Gourmet hot dogs and made-from-scratch donuts at this dog-friendly Phoenix spot with craft beer, live music, and games.

SumoMaya
Discover SumoMaya in Scottsdale, a fusion restaurant blending Latin American and Asian cuisines with innovative sushi, ceviche, and weekend bottomless brunch.

Zinc Bistro Scottsdale
Zinc Bistro is a top-ranked French bistro in Kierland Commons featuring fresh oysters, classic French cuisine, and elegant dining with indoor and patio seating.

Olive and Ivy
Discover Olive and Ivy, a Fox Restaurant Concepts restaurant near Scottsdale Fashion Square offering innovative American cuisine, Mediterranean flavors, and an impressive wine selection.

Kaizen Phoenix
Discover Kaizen Phoenix, a Japanese sushi restaurant in downtown Phoenix's warehouse district offering creative rolls, sashimi, and signature cocktails with delivery and dine-in options.

Virtu Honest Craft
Award-nominated Italian restaurant in Old Town Scottsdale featuring Chef Gio Osso's comfort-driven cuisine, hand-crafted pasta, and eclectic secondi courses.

Loco Patron Scottsdale
Discover Loco Patron in Scottsdale, serving authentic Mexican cuisine, craft beers, and Southwestern specialties since 2004 in Old Town.

The Crescent Ballroom in Phoenix
Discover The Crescent Ballroom, a historic downtown Phoenix music venue with live shows daily, intimate 550-person capacity, and Cocina 10 restaurant serving Mexican cuisine.

Elly's Brunch & Café
Discover Elly's Brunch & Café in Phoenix, featuring fresh local ingredients, creative breakfast dishes, specialty espresso drinks, and seamless indoor-outdoor dining.

Geisha A Go Go
Karaoke and sushi bar in Old Town Scottsdale inspired by Japan's Shinjuku District, featuring fresh sushi, specialty rolls, and private rooms for up to 20 guests.

Medieval Times Dinner & Tournament
Experience a medieval-themed dinner show in Central Scottsdale featuring armored knights, jousting, falconry, horses, and a four-course feast with entertainment.

Franco's Italian Caffe
Discover Franco's Italian Caffe in Scottsdale, serving authentic Italian cuisine with handmade pastas, fine wines, and classic desserts since opening in Arizona.

Morning Squeeze
Morning Squeeze is a casual retro breakfast and lunch spot in Old Town Scottsdale with dog-friendly patio seating, creative cocktails, and standout dishes like eggs benedict and chicken and waffles.

Gadzooks Enchiladas and Soup
Discover Gadzooks Enchiladas and Soup, a Phoenix-area favorite featuring build-your-own enchiladas, tacos, and Mexican cuisine with Southwestern flair near Scottsdale.

Diego Pops
Discover Diego Pops, an upscale Mexican restaurant in Old Town Scottsdale featuring innovative cuisine with premium ingredients and creative dishes like pineapple ceviche and braised pork.

Culinary Dropout
Culinary Dropout serves American comfort food with an edgy twist, featuring craft beers, signature cocktails, live music, and games in Scottsdale.

Prado Restaurant at Omni Montelucia Resort
Upscale Mediterranean dining at Prado Restaurant in Scottsdale, featuring paella, seafood, steaks, and tapas with Camelback Mountain views.

Craft 64
Craft 64 serves artisan pizza with fresh local ingredients and 30 Arizona craft beers on tap in Scottsdale. Wood-fired oven, daily happy hour specials.

Chula Seafood
Discover Chula Seafood in Scottsdale, featuring innovative poke bowls with exotic ingredients and fresh fish by the pound from a family-operated restaurant.

Cold Beers & Cheeseburgers
Discover Cold Beers & Cheeseburgers in Scottsdale, a sports bar and burger restaurant with made-to-order half-pound burgers, craft beers, and weekly specials.

Barrio Queen
Discover Barrio Queen Scottsdale, an authentic Mexican restaurant featuring el pastor tacos, margaritas, and one of the largest tequila selections in the United States.

Butterfield's Pancake House & Restaurant
Discover Butterfield's Pancake House & Restaurant in Scottsdale, featuring signature pancakes, waffles, omelets, and lunch options made with locally sourced organic ingredients.

Breakfast Club
Breakfast Club in Old Town Scottsdale serves fresh breakfast and lunch with handpicked ingredients, omelets, benedicts, and freshly squeezed juices.

Arizona Wilderness Brewing in Downtown Phoenix
Discover Arizona Wilderness Brewing's downtown Phoenix beer garden featuring hand-crafted beers, duck fat fries, tacos, and outdoor patio seating with desert views.

Cornish Pasty Scottsdale AZ
Discover Cornish Pasty in Scottsdale, a British bar serving over 50 handmade pasties daily, from traditional Oggie to global flavors like Chicken Tikka Masala.

Cafe Monarch
Discover Cafe Monarch, a Yelp-rated romantic restaurant in Old Town Scottsdale offering innovative four-course dinners with upscale cuisine and impeccable service.

Butters Pancakes and Cafe
Award-winning breakfast and lunch spot in Scottsdale known for scratch-made pancakes, massive portions, and impeccable service from 40-year veterans.

Century Grand
Century Grand is a Roaring Twenties speakeasy and restaurant in Phoenix's Arcadia neighborhood, featuring classic and modern cuisine with Arizona's largest bourbon and whiskey selection.

Beverly on Main
Upscale cocktail lounge in Old Town Scottsdale featuring craft cocktails, refined Southwestern cuisine, and intimate speakeasy ambiance with playful details.

Chin Up Donuts
Discover Chin Up Donuts in Scottsdale, featuring handcrafted brioche donuts with unique seasonal flavors, specialty toppings, and fresh house-roasted coffee.

AZ 88
Discover AZ 88, a modern Scottsdale saloon featuring fresh burgers, craft cocktails, and rotating art in a chic setting with outdoor patio seating.

Experience the Best Places to Eat in Scottsdale
Discover Scottsdale's diverse dining scene, from James Beard-nominated restaurants to Italian favorites and premium steakhouses in Old Town and beyond.

Oregano's Pizza Bistro
Discover Oregano's Pizza Bistro in Old Town Scottsdale, featuring Chicago-style deep-dish pizza, handmade pasta, and generous portions of Italian American comfort food.

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