Kelsey’s Guidebook

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Kelsey’s Guidebook

Food scene

Best known for its selection of affordable wines and bruschetta board, Postino’s menu features bruschetta boards, starters, salads, and panini, plus weekend brunch and specials including $5 glasses of wine before 5 p.m. daily and $20 for a bottle of wine and bruschetta board on Monday and Tuesday nights. Try a bruschetta board!
106 locals recommend
Postino Highland
4821 N Scottsdale Rd
106 locals recommend
Best known for its selection of affordable wines and bruschetta board, Postino’s menu features bruschetta boards, starters, salads, and panini, plus weekend brunch and specials including $5 glasses of wine before 5 p.m. daily and $20 for a bottle of wine and bruschetta board on Monday and Tuesday nights. Try a bruschetta board!
Asian/Mexican/South American fusion concept restaurant featuring unique tapas-style plates. Great for either lunch or dinner! Bottomless Brunch (food and drinks!) on Saturdays and Sundays from 9 AM-3PM. Try the pomegranate guacamole!
150 locals recommend
SumoMaya
6560 N Scottsdale Rd
150 locals recommend
Asian/Mexican/South American fusion concept restaurant featuring unique tapas-style plates. Great for either lunch or dinner! Bottomless Brunch (food and drinks!) on Saturdays and Sundays from 9 AM-3PM. Try the pomegranate guacamole!
Roaring Fork is great for American cuisine. Select from lamb, chicken, aor wood oven roasting. Happy Hour here is amazing - great deals on drinks and great food! Try the flatbread appetizer and the frozen margaritas!
90 locals recommend
Roaring Fork
4800 N Scottsdale Rd
90 locals recommend
Roaring Fork is great for American cuisine. Select from lamb, chicken, aor wood oven roasting. Happy Hour here is amazing - great deals on drinks and great food! Try the flatbread appetizer and the frozen margaritas!
Perfect place for a candlelit, casual, upscale dinner. This restaurant modern Latin cuisine. All menu items feature a creative fusion of Spanish and Latin American flavors. Try the table-side guac, pork shoulder tacos, or the chorizo porchetta!
284 locals recommend
The Mission
3815 N Brown Ave
284 locals recommend
Perfect place for a candlelit, casual, upscale dinner. This restaurant modern Latin cuisine. All menu items feature a creative fusion of Spanish and Latin American flavors. Try the table-side guac, pork shoulder tacos, or the chorizo porchetta!
At North Italia, you’ll find a modern twist on traditional Italian cooking. This restaurant is known for its perfect handmade pasta and pizza. Food is made from scratch every day! Try the arancini and zucca chips!
138 locals recommend
North Italia
4925 N 40th St
138 locals recommend
At North Italia, you’ll find a modern twist on traditional Italian cooking. This restaurant is known for its perfect handmade pasta and pizza. Food is made from scratch every day! Try the arancini and zucca chips!
A casual, laid-back, beach-themed burger spot with the best burgers in town. Try any burger and sweet potato tots!
113 locals recommend
Rehab Burger Therapy
7210 E 2nd St
113 locals recommend
A casual, laid-back, beach-themed burger spot with the best burgers in town. Try any burger and sweet potato tots!
For anyone who loves great good food and drinks. Stop by for ice-cold beer, house-made cocktails and classic food done right. Try the soft pretzels and fondue!
561 locals recommend
Culinary Dropout
7135 E Camelback Rd
561 locals recommend
For anyone who loves great good food and drinks. Stop by for ice-cold beer, house-made cocktails and classic food done right. Try the soft pretzels and fondue!
Perfect casual Mexican restaurant in the heart of old town. With delicious drinks and even better eats, Diego Pops is a staple before a night out! Try the brussels sprout nachos!
142 locals recommend
Diego Pops
4338 N Scottsdale Rd
142 locals recommend
Perfect casual Mexican restaurant in the heart of old town. With delicious drinks and even better eats, Diego Pops is a staple before a night out! Try the brussels sprout nachos!
Serving dinner from 4 p.m. to 2 a.m. daily, EVO uses local, seasonal ingredients to prepare timeless American dishes as well as classic Italian favorites. Try the Fennel Sausage Pasta!
43 locals recommend
EVO
4175 N Goldwater Blvd
43 locals recommend
Serving dinner from 4 p.m. to 2 a.m. daily, EVO uses local, seasonal ingredients to prepare timeless American dishes as well as classic Italian favorites. Try the Fennel Sausage Pasta!
This Mastro’s restaurant offers a unique dining area with an intimate and upscale coastal feel. The menu is designed around fresh seafood, flown in daily, and quality ingredients. Most of the menu is served a la carte, letting each guest personalize their experience. Ocean 44 also features many of the mouthwatering prime-grade steaks that are served at other Mastro restaurant locations. Try the lobster and/or Wagyu!
105 locals recommend
Ocean 44
4748 N Goldwater Blvd
105 locals recommend
This Mastro’s restaurant offers a unique dining area with an intimate and upscale coastal feel. The menu is designed around fresh seafood, flown in daily, and quality ingredients. Most of the menu is served a la carte, letting each guest personalize their experience. Ocean 44 also features many of the mouthwatering prime-grade steaks that are served at other Mastro restaurant locations. Try the lobster and/or Wagyu!
Rated as one of the top 25 best restaurants in America, Café Monarch is fine dining redefined. Each dish will bring you a world of culinary elegance and sophistication you will not find anywhere else in Arizona. As the menu is always changing based on seasonality, everything is worth trying!
98 locals recommend
Cafe Monarch
6939 E 1st Ave
98 locals recommend
Rated as one of the top 25 best restaurants in America, Café Monarch is fine dining redefined. Each dish will bring you a world of culinary elegance and sophistication you will not find anywhere else in Arizona. As the menu is always changing based on seasonality, everything is worth trying!
This restaurant is an innovative take on a traditional steakhouse, that mixes a modern aesthetic with excellent service to deliver classic wood-fired dishes. The creator of the menu is a two-Michelin-star chef, and the wine list is to die for! Try the Maple & Ash Surf and Turf!
131 locals recommend
Maple & Ash
7135 E Camelback Rd
131 locals recommend
This restaurant is an innovative take on a traditional steakhouse, that mixes a modern aesthetic with excellent service to deliver classic wood-fired dishes. The creator of the menu is a two-Michelin-star chef, and the wine list is to die for! Try the Maple & Ash Surf and Turf!
Elegant, fine-dining steakhouse right outside of Old Town Scottsdale. Go to Mastro’s if you are looking for word-class service, highly-acclaimed cuisine, and live entertainment. Try the filet and the lobster mashed potatoes!
197 locals recommend
Mastro's City Hall
6991 E Camelback Rd
197 locals recommend
Elegant, fine-dining steakhouse right outside of Old Town Scottsdale. Go to Mastro’s if you are looking for word-class service, highly-acclaimed cuisine, and live entertainment. Try the filet and the lobster mashed potatoes!
Another beautiful and sophisticated Mastro’s location, well-known for their seafood menu options. Like all Mastro’s locations, this restaurant in Kierland Commons is perfect for a date night and/or special occasion. Try the seafood tower!
169 locals recommend
Mastro's Ocean Club
15045 N Kierland Blvd
169 locals recommend
Another beautiful and sophisticated Mastro’s location, well-known for their seafood menu options. Like all Mastro’s locations, this restaurant in Kierland Commons is perfect for a date night and/or special occasion. Try the seafood tower!
Off 44th Street in Phoenix, this fine-dining Mastro’s steakhouse offers a variety of dining spaces to fit your mood. Choose between the intimate dining room, the patio, or a dining room with a view of the floor-to-ceiling glass walled kitchen. Try the braised pork belly or shrimp appetizer.
165 locals recommend
Steak 44
5101 N 44th St
165 locals recommend
Off 44th Street in Phoenix, this fine-dining Mastro’s steakhouse offers a variety of dining spaces to fit your mood. Choose between the intimate dining room, the patio, or a dining room with a view of the floor-to-ceiling glass walled kitchen. Try the braised pork belly or shrimp appetizer.
Located off the famous 5th Street in Old Town Scottsdale, this restaurant is Scottsdale’s version of an English pub. It is contemporary and classy, with the charm of a traditional public house. Serves craft beers, classic and contemporary cocktails, as well as a full menu of award-winning gastropub cuisine. Try the Chopped Salad!
120 locals recommend
Citizen Public House
7111 E 5th Ave
120 locals recommend
Located off the famous 5th Street in Old Town Scottsdale, this restaurant is Scottsdale’s version of an English pub. It is contemporary and classy, with the charm of a traditional public house. Serves craft beers, classic and contemporary cocktails, as well as a full menu of award-winning gastropub cuisine. Try the Chopped Salad!

Drink

Sleek, trendy restaurant and lounge bar located within a resort- Sanctuary on Camelback. This bar features one of the most secluded patios in Scottsdale, offering guests unmatched views of the city. The menu offers handcrafted cocktails created from fresh herbs, juices, and vegetables.
20 locals recommend
Jade Bar
5700 E McDonald Dr
20 locals recommend
Sleek, trendy restaurant and lounge bar located within a resort- Sanctuary on Camelback. This bar features one of the most secluded patios in Scottsdale, offering guests unmatched views of the city. The menu offers handcrafted cocktails created from fresh herbs, juices, and vegetables.
A classy, yet relaxed beer and wine bar, with happy hour from 3-6pm Tuesday-Friday.
38 locals recommend
Scapegoat Beer and Wine
7150 E 5th Ave
38 locals recommend
A classy, yet relaxed beer and wine bar, with happy hour from 3-6pm Tuesday-Friday.
Elegant and hip restaurant that is famous for its burgers, sandwiches, and martinis. Located conveniently in Old Town Scottsdale, AZ88 provides a stylish ambiance, perfect for late-night dining (continues 12:30 am) with cocktail service until 1:30 AM. Great place for a relaxing nightcap!
132 locals recommend
AZ/88
7353 E Scottsdale Mall
132 locals recommend
Elegant and hip restaurant that is famous for its burgers, sandwiches, and martinis. Located conveniently in Old Town Scottsdale, AZ88 provides a stylish ambiance, perfect for late-night dining (continues 12:30 am) with cocktail service until 1:30 AM. Great place for a relaxing nightcap!
Unique story-themed restaurant & bar. The restaurant and bar serve up an invigorating menu, full of creative fusion dishes with an Asian twist. Try the inside-out caprese appetizer!
73 locals recommend
Second Story Restaurant & Liquor Bar
4166 N Scottsdale Rd
73 locals recommend
Unique story-themed restaurant & bar. The restaurant and bar serve up an invigorating menu, full of creative fusion dishes with an Asian twist. Try the inside-out caprese appetizer!
Vintage, cozy spot with hand pressed cocktails and eclectic beer and wine lists.
31 locals recommend
The House Brasserie
6936 E Main St
31 locals recommend
Vintage, cozy spot with hand pressed cocktails and eclectic beer and wine lists.
Named the “Valley’s Best Wine Hangout”, Sorso Wine Room in Scottsdale Quarter is a great place to chill with friends and enjoy great appetizers and delicious varieties of wine. You have the option to self-serve and choose from the wines that they have on tap! They also have select wines on 2for-1 special during happy hour. Try the Brussels Sprouts Bruschetta!
36 locals recommend
Sorso Wine Room
15323 N Scottsdale Rd
36 locals recommend
Named the “Valley’s Best Wine Hangout”, Sorso Wine Room in Scottsdale Quarter is a great place to chill with friends and enjoy great appetizers and delicious varieties of wine. You have the option to self-serve and choose from the wines that they have on tap! They also have select wines on 2for-1 special during happy hour. Try the Brussels Sprouts Bruschetta!
This cocktail parlor in downtown Phoenix was created to feel as though you are at a speakeasy in the 1920s. The bar is housed in the former Arizona Prohibition Headquarters! The parlor is both a stylish eatery and hip drinking space, with creative bar bites and a world-class, award-winning cocktail program. Try the bathtub punch, Korean Nachos, and the Hurricane Popcorn!
151 locals recommend
Bitter & Twisted Cocktail Parlour
1 W Jefferson St
151 locals recommend
This cocktail parlor in downtown Phoenix was created to feel as though you are at a speakeasy in the 1920s. The bar is housed in the former Arizona Prohibition Headquarters! The parlor is both a stylish eatery and hip drinking space, with creative bar bites and a world-class, award-winning cocktail program. Try the bathtub punch, Korean Nachos, and the Hurricane Popcorn!

Shop

This shopping center in north central Scottsdale is urban, chic and hip, with more than 370,000 square feet of retail space. You will find familiar retailers such as Free People and Pottery Barn, along with upscale, one-of-a-kind boutiques. The Scottsdale Quarter is also home to many of the town’s most hip eateries: True Food Kitchen, Brio Tuscan Grille, TK's Urban Tavern, Eddie V's, Stingray Sushi, and Zinburger.
38 locals recommend
Scottsdale Quarter
15279 North Scottsdale Road
38 locals recommend
This shopping center in north central Scottsdale is urban, chic and hip, with more than 370,000 square feet of retail space. You will find familiar retailers such as Free People and Pottery Barn, along with upscale, one-of-a-kind boutiques. The Scottsdale Quarter is also home to many of the town’s most hip eateries: True Food Kitchen, Brio Tuscan Grille, TK's Urban Tavern, Eddie V's, Stingray Sushi, and Zinburger.
Arizona’s premier shopping, dining and entertainment destination! Largest shopping destination in the Southwest with more than 225 retailers. The mall includes exclusive retailers such as Cartier, Bottega Veneta, Louis Vuitton, Gucci, Tiffany & Co. and Prada, plus Nordstrom and Neiman Marcus stores. Valet parking, taxi and limo service, personal shopping experts, and a roving concierge are available.
47 locals recommend
Scottsdale Fashion Square
7014 East Camelback Road
47 locals recommend
Arizona’s premier shopping, dining and entertainment destination! Largest shopping destination in the Southwest with more than 225 retailers. The mall includes exclusive retailers such as Cartier, Bottega Veneta, Louis Vuitton, Gucci, Tiffany & Co. and Prada, plus Nordstrom and Neiman Marcus stores. Valet parking, taxi and limo service, personal shopping experts, and a roving concierge are available.
Kierland Commons is one of North Scottsdale's most posh shopping destinations. With a sophisticated and extensive mix of shopping, dining, and entertainment, visit Kierland Commons. For a truly personal touch, stop by the Kierland Commons Concierge.
699 locals recommend
Kierland Commons
699 locals recommend
Kierland Commons is one of North Scottsdale's most posh shopping destinations. With a sophisticated and extensive mix of shopping, dining, and entertainment, visit Kierland Commons. For a truly personal touch, stop by the Kierland Commons Concierge.
Fifth Avenue in downtown Scottsdale is a popular destination for tourists and locals. There are dozens of specialty boutiques, art galleries, jewelry shops, & over 35 restaurants within a short walk of the famous Bob Parks 5th Avenue Horse Fountain. This is the perfect place to take an evening stroll during your downtown Scottsdale excursion.
14 locals recommend
Fifth Avenue Shopping District
14 locals recommend
Fifth Avenue in downtown Scottsdale is a popular destination for tourists and locals. There are dozens of specialty boutiques, art galleries, jewelry shops, & over 35 restaurants within a short walk of the famous Bob Parks 5th Avenue Horse Fountain. This is the perfect place to take an evening stroll during your downtown Scottsdale excursion.
Emphasis on specialty shops and boutiques. This is a great spot to find the latest exclusive boutique, or shop for a unique souvenir. You will find a mix of both casual and fine dining, cafes, and a full-service spa within The Shops at Gainey Village.
15 locals recommend
The Shops Gainey Village
8777 N Scottsdale Rd
15 locals recommend
Emphasis on specialty shops and boutiques. This is a great spot to find the latest exclusive boutique, or shop for a unique souvenir. You will find a mix of both casual and fine dining, cafes, and a full-service spa within The Shops at Gainey Village.

Relax

Sanctuary is an Asian-inspired retreat perched above the city at the Sanctuary Inn on Camelback. The spa is secluded in thick bamboo, and features a reflecting pond and zen meditation garden. Try the Sanctuary Luxury Facial.
60 locals recommend
Sanctuary Camelback Mountain Resort
5700 E McDonald Dr
60 locals recommend
Sanctuary is an Asian-inspired retreat perched above the city at the Sanctuary Inn on Camelback. The spa is secluded in thick bamboo, and features a reflecting pond and zen meditation garden. Try the Sanctuary Luxury Facial.
Mediterranean themed spa with serene, private indoor-outdoor courtyards. Relax next to cascading outdoor 8foot waterfall showers and crackling fireplaces. Try the couple’s hot stone massage or the Alvadora Citrus Grove Facial!
6 locals recommend
Alvadora Spa
5200 E Camelback Rd
6 locals recommend
Mediterranean themed spa with serene, private indoor-outdoor courtyards. Relax next to cascading outdoor 8foot waterfall showers and crackling fireplaces. Try the couple’s hot stone massage or the Alvadora Citrus Grove Facial!
A holistic approach to every spa treatment is offered at this luxurious indooroutdoor oasis. The spa features mineral water therapy and a selection of the world’s finest teas. Try the Herbal Poultice Massage.
8 locals recommend
Spa Avania
7500 E Doubletree Ranch Rd
8 locals recommend
A holistic approach to every spa treatment is offered at this luxurious indooroutdoor oasis. The spa features mineral water therapy and a selection of the world’s finest teas. Try the Herbal Poultice Massage.
Spa located at the Montelucia Resort in Paradise Valley. Moroccan luxury spa featuring customary spa services, as well as exclusive services such as cupping, IV therapy, and hypnotherapy.
15 locals recommend
Joya Spa
4949 E Lincoln Dr
15 locals recommend
Spa located at the Montelucia Resort in Paradise Valley. Moroccan luxury spa featuring customary spa services, as well as exclusive services such as cupping, IV therapy, and hypnotherapy.
Scottsdale spa provides a serene environment surrounded by desert beauty and offers an extensive menu of services. Try the Desert Nectar Honey Wrap.
The Spa at Camelback Inn
5402 E Lincoln Dr
Scottsdale spa provides a serene environment surrounded by desert beauty and offers an extensive menu of services. Try the Desert Nectar Honey Wrap.

Experience

From scenic strolls to intense workouts, Scottsdale’s McDowell Sonoran Preserve has over 180 miles of shared-use trails for both beginners and seasoned hikers. Other popular hiking destinations include Camelback Mountain, Pinnacle Peak, McDowell Mountain Regional Park, South Mountain Trailhead, and Gateway Trailhead. . If you are going to hike Camelback mountain, please be advised that the Echo Canyon trail is for recommended for experienced hikers only. The easier, more family-friendly trail is the Cholla Trail. All hikes will reward you with expansive scenic views and the opportunity to see the desert’s amazing plants and animals. Always carry more water than you think you’ll need!
1752 locals recommend
Echo Canyon Trail and Recreation Area
East McDonald Drive
1752 locals recommend
From scenic strolls to intense workouts, Scottsdale’s McDowell Sonoran Preserve has over 180 miles of shared-use trails for both beginners and seasoned hikers. Other popular hiking destinations include Camelback Mountain, Pinnacle Peak, McDowell Mountain Regional Park, South Mountain Trailhead, and Gateway Trailhead. . If you are going to hike Camelback mountain, please be advised that the Echo Canyon trail is for recommended for experienced hikers only. The easier, more family-friendly trail is the Cholla Trail. All hikes will reward you with expansive scenic views and the opportunity to see the desert’s amazing plants and animals. Always carry more water than you think you’ll need!
Odysea features 3 world-class, live animal attractions and over 15 dining and shopping establishments. It all encircles a bustling outdoor courtyard with a center stage that hosts a variety of live entertainment throughout the year. Check out the sharks, otters, sea lions, penguins and more at the aquarium, swim with dolphins at Dolphinaris, or tour the country’s largest butterfly conservatory.
603 locals recommend
OdySea Aquarium
9500 East Vía de Ventura
603 locals recommend
Odysea features 3 world-class, live animal attractions and over 15 dining and shopping establishments. It all encircles a bustling outdoor courtyard with a center stage that hosts a variety of live entertainment throughout the year. Check out the sharks, otters, sea lions, penguins and more at the aquarium, swim with dolphins at Dolphinaris, or tour the country’s largest butterfly conservatory.
Spring Training baseball has been a tradition for devoted fans in Arizona since 1947. The greater Phoenix area features 10 stadiums and 15 MLB teams. Come support your favorite team during the best time of the year in Arizona - sunny and 75-degrees!
379 locals recommend
Scottsdale Stadium
7408 E Osborn Rd
379 locals recommend
Spring Training baseball has been a tradition for devoted fans in Arizona since 1947. The greater Phoenix area features 10 stadiums and 15 MLB teams. Come support your favorite team during the best time of the year in Arizona - sunny and 75-degrees!
Topgolf has taken the driving range concept and turned it into a full entertainment, food and drinks venue. Here you can challenge your friends and family to addictive point-scoring golf games that suit everyone from pro-golfers to young kids. You’ll also have a great view of Arizona’s mountain scape! There’s also an awesome food and beverage menu.
597 locals recommend
Topgolf
9500 Talking Stick Way
597 locals recommend
Topgolf has taken the driving range concept and turned it into a full entertainment, food and drinks venue. Here you can challenge your friends and family to addictive point-scoring golf games that suit everyone from pro-golfers to young kids. You’ll also have a great view of Arizona’s mountain scape! There’s also an awesome food and beverage menu.
A tranquil and vibrant desert garden with more than 50,000 desert plants, nestled amid the red rocks of the Papago Buttes at Desert Botanical Garden. Enjoy specialized tours, seasonal exhibits, concerts, family activities, dining options and the Garden's gift and plant shop.
1231 locals recommend
Desert Botanical Garden
1231 locals recommend
A tranquil and vibrant desert garden with more than 50,000 desert plants, nestled amid the red rocks of the Papago Buttes at Desert Botanical Garden. Enjoy specialized tours, seasonal exhibits, concerts, family activities, dining options and the Garden's gift and plant shop.
This museum is in Old Town Scottsdale and features modern and contemporary art, architecture, and design from around the globe. The museum includes a public "sky space", so you can experience the ever-changing light of the desert sky. There is a wide variety of changing exhibitions, educational programs, docent-led tours and special events for adults and families.
218 locals recommend
Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art
7374 E 2nd St
218 locals recommend
This museum is in Old Town Scottsdale and features modern and contemporary art, architecture, and design from around the globe. The museum includes a public "sky space", so you can experience the ever-changing light of the desert sky. There is a wide variety of changing exhibitions, educational programs, docent-led tours and special events for adults and families.
Indoor skydiving facility where people of all ages and abilities can experience the dream of flight in a safe, comfortable and fun environment.
151 locals recommend
iFLY
9206 Talking Stick Way
151 locals recommend
Indoor skydiving facility where people of all ages and abilities can experience the dream of flight in a safe, comfortable and fun environment.
Scottsdale's premier horseback riding and western adventure operation. Activities for small parties, large conventions or corporate gatherings; cookout sites for ten to thousands; guided horseback rides, hayrides and stagecoach rides. MacDonald's Ranch is family friendly. We can accommodate the youngest of children with our free pony rides, petting zoo, gem mine and more.
39 locals recommend
MacDonald's Ranch
26540 N Scottsdale Rd
39 locals recommend
Scottsdale's premier horseback riding and western adventure operation. Activities for small parties, large conventions or corporate gatherings; cookout sites for ten to thousands; guided horseback rides, hayrides and stagecoach rides. MacDonald's Ranch is family friendly. We can accommodate the youngest of children with our free pony rides, petting zoo, gem mine and more.
The best casino experience in Scottsdale, featuring more than 50 table games, 800 slot machines, and poker tournaments almost every day.
499 locals recommend
Talking Stick Resort Casino
Talking Stick Way
499 locals recommend
The best casino experience in Scottsdale, featuring more than 50 table games, 800 slot machines, and poker tournaments almost every day.
The Phoenix Zoo is the largest privately owned, non-profit zoo in the United States and operates on 125 acres of land in the Papago Park area of Phoenix. The zoo has over 1,400 animals on display and contains 2.5 miles of walking trails. Late November through mid-January, Phoenix Zoo hosts “ZooLights” - an amazing display of colorful holiday lights!
67 locals recommend
Phoenix Zoo
455 North Galvin Parkway
67 locals recommend
The Phoenix Zoo is the largest privately owned, non-profit zoo in the United States and operates on 125 acres of land in the Papago Park area of Phoenix. The zoo has over 1,400 animals on display and contains 2.5 miles of walking trails. Late November through mid-January, Phoenix Zoo hosts “ZooLights” - an amazing display of colorful holiday lights!
Octane Raceway is a premium destination for kart racing, but also features a free-roam virtual reality attraction, where you and your family/friends collaborate in an immersive digital world! Check this place out for adrenaline filled gaming.
96 locals recommend
Octane Raceway
9119 Talking Stick Way
96 locals recommend
Octane Raceway is a premium destination for kart racing, but also features a free-roam virtual reality attraction, where you and your family/friends collaborate in an immersive digital world! Check this place out for adrenaline filled gaming.
Great for families with children! The 30-acre park, located in the heart of Scottsdale, Arizona, is where you can take a train ride on the Paradise & Pacific Railroad and the 1950-vintage carousel. Visit a variety of shops and museums, play on the one-of-a-kind playgrounds or play areas, or just relax in the grass under a tree in one of Scottsdale’s most beautiful parks.
212 locals recommend
McCormick-Stillman Railroad Park
7301 E Indian Bend Rd
212 locals recommend
Great for families with children! The 30-acre park, located in the heart of Scottsdale, Arizona, is where you can take a train ride on the Paradise & Pacific Railroad and the 1950-vintage carousel. Visit a variety of shops and museums, play on the one-of-a-kind playgrounds or play areas, or just relax in the grass under a tree in one of Scottsdale’s most beautiful parks.
Within Scottsdale Fashion Square Mall, you can visit Wonderspaces – an ever-changing cutting-edge art gallery, featuring immersive installations that visitors can interact with.
46 locals recommend
Wonderspaces Arizona
7014 E Camelback Rd
46 locals recommend
Within Scottsdale Fashion Square Mall, you can visit Wonderspaces – an ever-changing cutting-edge art gallery, featuring immersive installations that visitors can interact with.

Golf

One of the most beautiful golf courses in Arizona! Everything is in front of the golfer, with no surprise bunkers or blind hazards. Showcasing the unique beauty of Arizona’s Sonoran Desert, the course plays to a par 71 and offers four sets of player-friendly tees.
61 locals recommend
Phoenician Golf Club
6000 E Camelback Rd
61 locals recommend
One of the most beautiful golf courses in Arizona! Everything is in front of the golfer, with no surprise bunkers or blind hazards. Showcasing the unique beauty of Arizona’s Sonoran Desert, the course plays to a par 71 and offers four sets of player-friendly tees.
Located in the heart of Scottsdale near Old Town, this course is a par 60 along with night-golf events.
81 locals recommend
Continental Golf Club
7920 E Osborn Rd
81 locals recommend
Located in the heart of Scottsdale near Old Town, this course is a par 60 along with night-golf events.
With 36 holes of championship golf, Camelback Golf Club in Scottsdale, Arizona, offers one of the most spectacular golf experiences in the Southwest - just as you would expect at one of the country's most decorated resorts.
49 locals recommend
Camelback Golf Club
7847 N Mockingbird Ln
49 locals recommend
With 36 holes of championship golf, Camelback Golf Club in Scottsdale, Arizona, offers one of the most spectacular golf experiences in the Southwest - just as you would expect at one of the country's most decorated resorts.
This par 71 course is nestled in the ravines of Arizona’s McDowell Mountains and colorized by dramatic sunrises and sunsets, with contoured fairway and immaculately maintained greens throughout.
29 locals recommend
Eagle Mountain Golf Club
14915 Eagle Mountain Pkwy
29 locals recommend
This par 71 course is nestled in the ravines of Arizona’s McDowell Mountains and colorized by dramatic sunrises and sunsets, with contoured fairway and immaculately maintained greens throughout.
The Westin Kierland Golf Club in Scottsdale is well-maintained, beautiful, and has been honored as one of the “Top 10 Public Courses in Phoenix/Scottsdale”.
92 locals recommend
The Westin Kierland Golf Club
15636 N Clubgate Dr
92 locals recommend
The Westin Kierland Golf Club in Scottsdale is well-maintained, beautiful, and has been honored as one of the “Top 10 Public Courses in Phoenix/Scottsdale”.
Located in the heart of Scottsdale, McCormick Ranch Golf Club features two unique courses that are tour tested and amateur approved. Both courses have breathtaking views of Camelback and McDowell Mountain.
66 locals recommend
McCormick Ranch Golf Club
7505 E McCormick Pkwy
66 locals recommend
Located in the heart of Scottsdale, McCormick Ranch Golf Club features two unique courses that are tour tested and amateur approved. Both courses have breathtaking views of Camelback and McDowell Mountain.
This course is a pleasure for golfers of any skill level to play, and provides a relaxing, picturesque backdrop.
22 locals recommend
Paradise Valley Golf Course
3505 E Union Hills Dr
22 locals recommend
This course is a pleasure for golfers of any skill level to play, and provides a relaxing, picturesque backdrop.
Home to the PGA TOUR’s fan-favoriteWaste Management Phoenix Open, The Stadium Course at TPC Scottsdale has hosted some of contemporary golf’s greatest moments since opening in 1986.Woven into the Sonoran Desert with stunning panoramic views of the McDowell Mountains, TPC Scottsdale showcases 36 holes of inspiring golf and upscale amenities that let everyday golfers experience “a day in the life” of a PGA TOUR player. As Arizona’s professional golf headquarters, TPC Scottsdale offers an unparalleled sporting experience.
332 locals recommend
TPC Scottsdale - Champions Course
8243 E Bell Rd
332 locals recommend
Home to the PGA TOUR’s fan-favoriteWaste Management Phoenix Open, The Stadium Course at TPC Scottsdale has hosted some of contemporary golf’s greatest moments since opening in 1986.Woven into the Sonoran Desert with stunning panoramic views of the McDowell Mountains, TPC Scottsdale showcases 36 holes of inspiring golf and upscale amenities that let everyday golfers experience “a day in the life” of a PGA TOUR player. As Arizona’s professional golf headquarters, TPC Scottsdale offers an unparalleled sporting experience.
Hallmark of the Scottsdale desert golf experience; has two 18-hole courses with immaculately groomed fairways that stretch through the natural ravines and foothills in the shadows of Pinnacle Peak.
114 locals recommend
Troon North Golf Club
10320 E Dynamite Blvd
114 locals recommend
Hallmark of the Scottsdale desert golf experience; has two 18-hole courses with immaculately groomed fairways that stretch through the natural ravines and foothills in the shadows of Pinnacle Peak.

Party

This club is also in Scottsdale’s Entertainment District, and has a sexy, yet classy, vibe that is perfect for a night out with friends. Tables/bottle service available.
38 locals recommend
Riot House
4425 N Saddlebag Trail
38 locals recommend
This club is also in Scottsdale’s Entertainment District, and has a sexy, yet classy, vibe that is perfect for a night out with friends. Tables/bottle service available.
This restaurant/bar has a two-story patio right off of Scottsdale Road, where you can enjoy Bottomless Brunch on Saturdays and Sundays - complete with a live DJ! The menu features bar food with a modern twist.
93 locals recommend
RnR Gastropub
3737 N Scottsdale Rd
93 locals recommend
This restaurant/bar has a two-story patio right off of Scottsdale Road, where you can enjoy Bottomless Brunch on Saturdays and Sundays - complete with a live DJ! The menu features bar food with a modern twist.
Located in Scottsdale’s Entertainment District, Bottled Blonde is a great place to enjoy drinks with friends and watch football during the day. This indoor/outdoor space converts from a patio bar during the day to a nightclub atmosphere at night. Tables/bottle services available.
217 locals recommend
Bottled Blonde - Scottsdale
7340 E Indian Plaza
217 locals recommend
Located in Scottsdale’s Entertainment District, Bottled Blonde is a great place to enjoy drinks with friends and watch football during the day. This indoor/outdoor space converts from a patio bar during the day to a nightclub atmosphere at night. Tables/bottle services available.
Located in Scottsdale’s Entertainment District, Bottled Blonde is a great place to enjoy drinks with friends and watch football during the day. This indoor/outdoor space converts from a patio bar during the day to a nightclub atmosphere at night. Tables/bottle services available.
217 locals recommend
Bottled Blonde - Scottsdale
7340 E Indian Plaza
217 locals recommend
Located in Scottsdale’s Entertainment District, Bottled Blonde is a great place to enjoy drinks with friends and watch football during the day. This indoor/outdoor space converts from a patio bar during the day to a nightclub atmosphere at night. Tables/bottle services available.
El Hefe is not your typical taqueria - you can get Mexican food and a beer-garita during the day, and party here at night. Tables/bottle services available.
89 locals recommend
El Hefe Mexican Restaurant
4425 N Saddlebag Trail
89 locals recommend
El Hefe is not your typical taqueria - you can get Mexican food and a beer-garita during the day, and party here at night. Tables/bottle services available.
At Maya, you’ll find the biggest Vegas-style pool party in Arizona at the day club. Maya is in Scottsdale’s Entertainment District. The venue also features a night club, with tables/bottle service available. During the winter months, the pool is covered to create a huge outdoor game area with cornhole, picnic tables, arcade games, and large TV screens broadcasting sports, open day and night time.
200 locals recommend
Maya Day and Nightclub
7333 E Indian Plaza
200 locals recommend
At Maya, you’ll find the biggest Vegas-style pool party in Arizona at the day club. Maya is in Scottsdale’s Entertainment District. The venue also features a night club, with tables/bottle service available. During the winter months, the pool is covered to create a huge outdoor game area with cornhole, picnic tables, arcade games, and large TV screens broadcasting sports, open day and night time.
This is a country-inspired bar created by Dierks Bentley. Music is a mix between pop, hip-hop, and country. The drinks and food are great as well. This bar is also located in Scottsdale’s Entertainment District, this is a good place for either day drinking or night time partying.
156 locals recommend
Dierks Bentley's Whiskey Row
4420 N Saddlebag Trail
156 locals recommend
This is a country-inspired bar created by Dierks Bentley. Music is a mix between pop, hip-hop, and country. The drinks and food are great as well. This bar is also located in Scottsdale’s Entertainment District, this is a good place for either day drinking or night time partying.
Located in Scottsdale’s main entertainment district, Casa Amigos is a great place for a casual dinner with friends, or late-night bottle service. Plus, on the second story of the bar is Skylanes, a bar made for game lovers. With bowling lanes, basketball, darts, and more, you can’t go wrong!
29 locals recommend
Casa Amigos
7320 E Indian Plaza
29 locals recommend
Located in Scottsdale’s main entertainment district, Casa Amigos is a great place for a casual dinner with friends, or late-night bottle service. Plus, on the second story of the bar is Skylanes, a bar made for game lovers. With bowling lanes, basketball, darts, and more, you can’t go wrong!
For those looking for more of a “dive” bar experience, Goodwood is located just outside of the Entertainment District – a smaller bar with games such as darts, pool, and basketball, where you can enjoy good food and great drinks with friends.
7 locals recommend
Goodwood Tavern
7330 E Stetson Dr
7 locals recommend
For those looking for more of a “dive” bar experience, Goodwood is located just outside of the Entertainment District – a smaller bar with games such as darts, pool, and basketball, where you can enjoy good food and great drinks with friends.
Bevvy is a comfortable and fun game-day spot with ample televisions to enjoy your favorite sports teams in action. You can also play some games yourself- from skee-ball to darts to Jenga to shuffleboard – this place is always a fun time!
50 locals recommend
Bevvy
4420 N Saddlebag Trail
50 locals recommend
Bevvy is a comfortable and fun game-day spot with ample televisions to enjoy your favorite sports teams in action. You can also play some games yourself- from skee-ball to darts to Jenga to shuffleboard – this place is always a fun time!