Kate’s Scottsdale Guidebook
Casual Meal
Nothing fancy, but really good food
Chula Seafood
8015 E Roosevelt St
Farm and Craft Scottsdale
4302 N Scottsdale Rd
Yo Pauly's New York Pizza Co.
8880 E Vía LindaA hidden gem off the tourist path for authentic NY-Style Pizza.
Awesome salads, wraps, and bowls when you just want something light for lunch.
218 locals recommend
Original ChopShop
7158 E 5th AveAwesome salads, wraps, and bowls when you just want something light for lunch.
Culinary Dropout
7135 E Camelback RdGreat food and fun atmosphere.
This is definitely a vibe dining experience. The food is Mexican/Asian Fusion. Tacos, sushi, cocktails, DJs… it’s a place to see and be seen especially on the weekends.
150 locals recommend
SumoMaya
6560 N Scottsdale RdThis is definitely a vibe dining experience. The food is Mexican/Asian Fusion. Tacos, sushi, cocktails, DJs… it’s a place to see and be seen especially on the weekends.
Oprah and Jimmy Kimmel have declared this wood-fired pizza among the best in the country. 15-20 minute drive. It’s right by Last Chance if you want to combine shopping and pizza.
237 locals recommend
Pizzeria Bianco
623 E Adams StOprah and Jimmy Kimmel have declared this wood-fired pizza among the best in the country. 15-20 minute drive. It’s right by Last Chance if you want to combine shopping and pizza.
Rehab Burger Therapy
7210 E 2nd StGreat locally owned Burger bar in old town. 
Great Italian food only 5 minutes from the house. It’s next to Bitters if you want to have a drink before dinner.
25 locals recommend
Fellow Osteria & Pizzeria
1455 N Scottsdale RdGreat Italian food only 5 minutes from the house. It’s next to Bitters if you want to have a drink before dinner.
Great casual spot for an elevated lunch! Right by Fashion Square Mall in Old Town.
314 locals recommend
Olive & Ivy
7135 E Camelback RdGreat casual spot for an elevated lunch! Right by Fashion Square Mall in Old Town.
Lovely light French food in an eclectic, boho setting right at Fashion Square Mall
8 locals recommend
Zinqué
4712 N Goldwater BlvdLovely light French food in an eclectic, boho setting right at Fashion Square Mall
Fine Dining
Reservations are most likely necessary
Citizen Public House
7111 E 5th Ave
Cafe Monarch
6939 E 1st Ave
The Mission
3815 N Brown Ave
STK - Scottsdale
7134 E Stetson DrAmazing views in the Asian Fusion Restaurant. Located in a beautiful boutique hotel.
49 locals recommend
elements
5700 E McDonald DrAmazing views in the Asian Fusion Restaurant. Located in a beautiful boutique hotel.
This is the best patio dining experience in Scottsdale! If the weather is nice, it’s worth the splurge. Very romantic 😍
20 locals recommend
LON’s at The Hermosa Inn
5532 N Palo Cristi RdThis is the best patio dining experience in Scottsdale! If the weather is nice, it’s worth the splurge. Very romantic 😍
This is such a fun place especially if you’re celebrating a special occasion. Let them know that in your reservation and they will print you a very special menu.
131 locals recommend
Maple & Ash
7135 E Camelback RdThis is such a fun place especially if you’re celebrating a special occasion. Let them know that in your reservation and they will print you a very special menu.
One of the best meals I’ve ever had in my life happened right here! Their menu, and their execution of simple steakhouse and seafood fare is absolutely perfect! 
105 locals recommend
Ocean 44
4748 N Goldwater BlvdOne of the best meals I’ve ever had in my life happened right here! Their menu, and their execution of simple steakhouse and seafood fare is absolutely perfect! 
This is a locals favorite for holidays and special occasions! They serve each dinner with a starter of their sticky buns, which are to die for. They have a huge patio with the most gorgeous, outdoor dining scene.
64 locals recommend
El Chorro
5550 E Lincoln DrThis is a locals favorite for holidays and special occasions! They serve each dinner with a starter of their sticky buns, which are to die for. They have a huge patio with the most gorgeous, outdoor dining scene.
Brunch
Arcadia Farms Cafe
7025 E 1st Ave
Farm and Craft Scottsdale
4302 N Scottsdale RdThis restaurant is great for brunch or lunch. It’s located in a hip, retro Valley Ho Hotel.
35 locals recommend
ZuZu
6850 E Main StThis restaurant is great for brunch or lunch. It’s located in a hip, retro Valley Ho Hotel.
This brewery has a great weekend brunch. Also great beers and burgers.
233 locals recommend
O.H.S.O. Eatery & nano-Brewery
4900 E Indian School RdThis brewery has a great weekend brunch. Also great beers and burgers.
Awesome breakfast and brunch spot only 10 minutes from the house.
236 locals recommend
Snooze, an A.M. Eatery
615 S College AveAwesome breakfast and brunch spot only 10 minutes from the house.
This is a really fun community focused coffeehouse. They offer breakfast and lunch every day and specialize in coffee and Mimosa flights. Lots of fun!
28 locals recommend
JOJO Coffeehouse
3712 N Scottsdale RdThis is a really fun community focused coffeehouse. They offer breakfast and lunch every day and specialize in coffee and Mimosa flights. Lots of fun!
Bar
Great spot for a drink or two. They may or may not serve food.
Bitters Cocktail Bar & Food
1455 N Scottsdale Rd
El Hefe Mexican Restaurant
4425 N Saddlebag Trail
Hi Fi Kitchen & Cocktails - Scottsdale
4420 N Saddlebag TrailThis local brewery is fun for beer tasting and serves good bar/grill food. Only 1.5 miles away.
76 locals recommend
Fate Brewing Company - South
1312 N Scottsdale RdThis local brewery is fun for beer tasting and serves good bar/grill food. Only 1.5 miles away.
Fun dive bar scene in Old Town. Pool table and shuffle board.
43 locals recommend
Pattie's First Avenue Lounge
7220 East 1st AvenueFun dive bar scene in Old Town. Pool table and shuffle board.
This is a GREAT spot! Liquor store, beer and wine bar, humidor, great patio. And it’s 5 minutes from the house.
14 locals recommend
Trevor's Liquor
7340 E McDowell RdThis is a GREAT spot! Liquor store, beer and wine bar, humidor, great patio. And it’s 5 minutes from the house.
This a great old school cigar lounge with a great selection and a full bar.
9 locals recommend
Fox Cigar Bar Scottsdale
7443 E 6th AveThis a great old school cigar lounge with a great selection and a full bar.
Great bar/grill food. Amazing patio. Inside has a fun feel with arcade machines and pinball.
Night Owl Pizza & Drinks
Great bar/grill food. Amazing patio. Inside has a fun feel with arcade machines and pinball.
Sightseeing
There is an entrance fee but if you’re interested in botany or enjoy a beautiful peaceful stroll, it’s well worth it. Very unique! Check their website for the current exhibit.
1231 locals recommend
Desert Botanical Garden
There is an entrance fee but if you’re interested in botany or enjoy a beautiful peaceful stroll, it’s well worth it. Very unique! Check their website for the current exhibit.
Rio Salado Park is a big park in Tempe. It offers several restaurants, cafes, boat rentals, bicycle rentals, scooter rentals, and sometimes they will have fun events. This park is awesome for families, romantic dates, and night out with friends. This park is one of the most visited parks in AZ. I’d highly recommend!
27 locals recommend
Rio Salado Park
80 West Rio Salado ParkwayRio Salado Park is a big park in Tempe. It offers several restaurants, cafes, boat rentals, bicycle rentals, scooter rentals, and sometimes they will have fun events. This park is awesome for families, romantic dates, and night out with friends. This park is one of the most visited parks in AZ. I’d highly recommend!
This is a must if you are a Frank Lloyd Wright fan or even if you just appreciate architecture. This was his winter home from 1937-1959. Tickets are required and can be purchased online.
296 locals recommend
Taliesin West
12621 N Frank Lloyd Wright BlvdThis is a must if you are a Frank Lloyd Wright fan or even if you just appreciate architecture. This was his winter home from 1937-1959. Tickets are required and can be purchased online.
Hiking
Papago Park
625 N Galvin PkwyA light hike
This is a moderate to difficult hike. Take plenty of water, more than you think you need! It’s beautiful at sunset.
126 locals recommend
Piestewa Peak Trails
7232 N Squaw Peak DrThis is a moderate to difficult hike. Take plenty of water, more than you think you need! It’s beautiful at sunset.
Camelback Hike
5700 N Echo Canyon Dr