Guidebook for Scottsdale
Drinks & Nightlife
RnR Gastropub
3737 N Scottsdale RdRnR has amazing animal fries and a prickly pear margarita.
Goldwater Brewing Co.
3608 N Scottsdale RdThis is an American Gastropub with award winning food and drinks with a rock n roll attitude.
156 locals recommend
Dierks Bentley's Whiskey Row
4420 N Saddlebag TrailThis is an American Gastropub with award winning food and drinks with a rock n roll attitude.
They have amazing wings and beer. Great atmosphere and across the street is a film bar.
114 locals recommend
Angels Trumpet Ale House
810 N 2nd StThey have amazing wings and beer. Great atmosphere and across the street is a film bar.
Blue Clover Distillery
7042 E Indian School RdThe Beverly
3031 N 36th StTempe Improv
930 E University DrDrinks, Dinner and a comedy show.
Century Grand
3626 E Indian School RdLunch/Dinner
Chicken Nachos, Pitcher of Margaritas Yum!, Shredded Beef Tacos, Flautas, Dessert: Sopapillas
50 locals recommend
Los Olivos Mexican Patio
7328 E 2nd StChicken Nachos, Pitcher of Margaritas Yum!, Shredded Beef Tacos, Flautas, Dessert: Sopapillas
El Encanto
6248 E Cave Creek RdThe Fajitas and the frozen mango margaritas are great here.
Country Style restaurant, they play live music and teach you how to square dance on Friday and Saturday nights. The plate sizes are enormous.
88 locals recommend
Harold's Cave Creek Corral
6895 E Cave Creek RdCountry Style restaurant, they play live music and teach you how to square dance on Friday and Saturday nights. The plate sizes are enormous.
ZuZu
6850 E Main StGreat Red Velvet Waffles and Frosty Oranges
Růže Cake House
7033 E Main StGreat variety of meat and drinks. Fun atmosphere. Call ahead if you have a large group, Walk ins are also welcome.
50 locals recommend
Fogo de Chão Brazilian Steakhouse
6300 N Scottsdale RdGreat variety of meat and drinks. Fun atmosphere. Call ahead if you have a large group, Walk ins are also welcome.
RA Sushi Bar Restaurant
3815 N Scottsdale RdGreat Sushi
Roaring Fork
4800 N Scottsdale RdMalee's Thai Bistro
7131 E Main StCulinary Dropout
7135 E Camelback RdExcellent Food, Laid back atmosphere.
The oldest and most famous restaurant in Cave Creek, it has great Fried Chicken
29 locals recommend
The Horny Toad
6738 E Cave Creek RdThe oldest and most famous restaurant in Cave Creek, it has great Fried Chicken
Toca Madera Scottsdale
4736 N Goldwater BlvdMexican Food- Amazing Churro Sundae, best bar, organic
The Sicilian Butcher
15530 N Tatum BlvdKorean Cauliflower Appetizer, Butterscotch Pie, Grapefruit Glazed Salmon, Chocolate Espresso Cake
68 locals recommend
The Herb Box
7051 E 5th AveKorean Cauliflower Appetizer, Butterscotch Pie, Grapefruit Glazed Salmon, Chocolate Espresso Cake
Chompies has been featured on Man vs. Food on the travel channel. Brisket Mile High Sandwich, Wall Street Lox and Bagel, Olive Pimento Cream Cheese, Everything Bagel, Eggs Benedict, and the best Rainbow Cookies
51 locals recommend
Chompie's
9301 E Shea BlvdChompies has been featured on Man vs. Food on the travel channel. Brisket Mile High Sandwich, Wall Street Lox and Bagel, Olive Pimento Cream Cheese, Everything Bagel, Eggs Benedict, and the best Rainbow Cookies
Mama’s Signature with sausage and spinach, Chicken Parmesan Spaghetti, Super 6 Pizza
Spinato's Pizzeria and Family Kitchen
Mama’s Signature with sausage and spinach, Chicken Parmesan Spaghetti, Super 6 Pizza
The Vig Fillmore
606 N 4th AveAmazing Burgers
Entertainment & Activities
Casino Arizona
524 N 92nd StOdySea Aquarium
9500 East Vía de VenturaOne of the largest aquariums on the west side.
iFLY
9206 Talking Stick WayIndoor Skydiving
Talking Stick is a casino/resort. This is locally owned by the Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community.
498 locals recommend
Talking Stick Resort Casino
Talking Stick WayTalking Stick is a casino/resort. This is locally owned by the Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community.
They offer train rides for the whole family to enjoy, playgrounds and beautiful picnic areas.
211 locals recommend
McCormick-Stillman Railroad Park
7301 E Indian Bend RdThey offer train rides for the whole family to enjoy, playgrounds and beautiful picnic areas.
Phoenix Zoo
455 N Galvin PkwyWildlife World Zoo, Aquarium & Safari Park
16501 W Northern AveGreat place to take the family. There is bowling, arcade games and great food.
29 locals recommend
Main Event Tempe
8545 S Emerald DrGreat place to take the family. There is bowling, arcade games and great food.
McCormick-Stillman Railroad Park
7301 E Indian Bend RdOctane Raceway
9119 Talking Stick WayTempe Boat Rentals
72 W Rio Salado PkwyRent paddle boats, doughnut boats, wake boards etc...
Best arcade for both adults and children, there is bowling and a bar for the adults. They have amazing pizza and great outdoor games.
Mavrix
Best arcade for both adults and children, there is bowling and a bar for the adults. They have amazing pizza and great outdoor games.
KTR Scottsdale
9009 E Talking Stick WayExcellent indoor trampoline park.
Shopping
Fashion Square
Large Mall with 3 levels and is very high end and upscale.
Carmen's on Fifth Avenue is a great place to get gifts for family and friends far away like Saguaro earrings.
Carmen
7126 E 5th AveCarmen's on Fifth Avenue is a great place to get gifts for family and friends far away like Saguaro earrings.
Kactus Jock
7229 E Main StGreat place for souvenirs
Arizona Mills
5000 S Arizona Mills CirFashion Square
Biltmore Fashion Park
2502 E Camelback RdDesert Ridge Marketplace
21001 N Tatum BlvdTempe Marketplace
2000 E Rio Salado PkwyEverything Else
Jerome Ghost Town
Jerome-Perkinsville RoadJerome has many historic buildings and is an artist's haven.
Parks/Nature/Hiking
You can use the AllTrails App that will give you detailed information along with a map of any trail worldwide.
Sedona has many things to offer from shops to breath taking views. In the summer they have Slide Rock. Which is a natural water slide made by the slippery slope of Oak Creek. This is also perfect for a day trip.
883 locals recommend
Sedona
Sedona has many things to offer from shops to breath taking views. In the summer they have Slide Rock. Which is a natural water slide made by the slippery slope of Oak Creek. This is also perfect for a day trip.
From the top you can see Frank Lloyd Wrights winter home and architectural school. Along with amazing views leaving the city behind.
Taliesin Overlook
From the top you can see Frank Lloyd Wrights winter home and architectural school. Along with amazing views leaving the city behind.
Salt River Tubing
9200 North Bush HighwayTake a walk through desert trails and admire world-class art exhibits.
1231 locals recommend
Desert Botanical Garden
Take a walk through desert trails and admire world-class art exhibits.
Chaparral Park
5401 N Hayden RdLarge park fun for all ages
Lake Pleasant
Bartlett Lake
Camelback Mountain, Phoenix, AZ 85018, USA
Nice Hiking Trail. Don't forget water!
Great short hike and scenic walkway with local plants w/ descriptions. Great for both individuals who cannot hike but want to be out in nature and also great for individuals who want to do the loop hike.
Gateway Loop Trail, Scottsdale, AZ 85255, USA
Great short hike and scenic walkway with local plants w/ descriptions. Great for both individuals who cannot hike but want to be out in nature and also great for individuals who want to do the loop hike.
Piestewa Peak
Beautiful Hiking trail
Sightseeing
Balanced Rock
Granite Mountain Loop TrailBalanced Rock is a multi-ton mushroom shaped boulder that stands upright and alone.
Rainbow Ryders, Inc. Hot Air Balloon Company
7934 E Covey LnDobbins Lookout
360 view of the valley