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Shinbay Omakase Room by Tanaka Ken
Price: Very Expensive•Japanese•4.9(348)PLEASE NOTE: Our Omakase experience is centered around a curation of the freshest fish and seafood. As such, we are unable to accommodate shellfish allergies, gluten-free nor vegan/vegetarian diets.
SHINBAY is Arizona's first and only Omakase restaurant. This exotic, multi-course dining experience ignites all the senses and inspires guests to explore uncharted flavors. Dinner is $285 per person, not including beverages and tax. Please allow approximately two hours for the dining experience. Dress code is casual and comfortable. We offer two seatings each evening, at 5:45 pm and 8:00 pm. Due to limited seating capacity, we require a credit card number to guarantee reservations. Cancellation fees apply, see policy within credit card details. Increases in party size not guaranteed.Cafe Monarch
Price: Very Expensive•Contemporary American•4.9(7,891)Welcome to a world of culinary elegance and sophistication you will not find anywhere else in Arizona. Named by Trip Advisor as a Top Three Fine Dining Restaurant in the Nation, this family owned and operated gem in the heart of historic Old Town Scottsdale has earned an illustrious reputation for its first-rate service, elegant ambiance, and five-star cuisine.
At Cafe Monarch the menu is always changing, bringing you an ever-evolving array of innovative culinary creations that feature nothing but the finest in premium fresh, local, seasonal, and sustainable ingredients. The four-course prix fixe menus are meticulously designed to delight even the most sophisticated of palates.
Additionally, each server at Cafe Monarch is trained through the prestigious Court of Master Sommeliers program. *Dress Code: Collared Shirts and Long Pants Required. Dress Jacket Strongly Preferred. No T-Shirts, Hoodies, Shorts or Sandals. ***Children 10 and up only.
Pizzeria Virtu
Price: Moderate•Pizzeria•4.9(701)Pizzeria Virtu newest restaurant venture from James Beard award Nominee Gio Osso.Reserve
Price: Very Expensive•Global, International•4.9(269)Reserve invites guests to experience a multi-course chef’s tasting menu in an intimate, outdoor setting. Food is expertly selected from all over the world, enhanced by wine paired by one of our advanced sommeliers, to create a memorable dining experience.
Located directly across the street from Café Monarch, Reserve, features the best the valley has to offer! The tasting menu features world cuisine consisting of world-class, premium ingredients, making us one of the best 5 star restaurants in Scottsdale. Sommelier selected wine, craft cocktails, and a full premium bar further enhances the experience. Seating is extremely limited, and reservations are required.
Cholla Prime Steakhouse & Lounge – Casino Arizona
Price: Moderate•Steakhouse•4.6(68)Located just off of the Casino Arizona gaming floor, the Cholla Steakhouse & Lounge offers an intimate retreat and world-class cuisine and service. Enjoy great ambiance and a menu specializing in steak and seafood favorites like Shrimp Cocktail and exquisite Filet Mignon.
Cholla Steakhouse and Lounge is a hidden gem that showcases the finest qualities of classic steakhouse cuisine in an intimate and sophisticated setting.
Cholla Prime Steakhouse & Lounge is the ideal fine-dining destination for every occasion. Our taste-tempting menu is prepared by some of Scottsdale's top chefs and features the best regional cuisine you'll find anywhere in the Valley.
Cholla’s top chefs are known for preparing classic favorites along with amazing Dinner for Two Combinations like Chateaubriand, Porterhouse and Tomahawk Chop, as well as specialties like Elk Tenderloin and Vegetarian Risotto, your mouth will be watering just trying to decide what to get!Virtu Honest Craft
Price: Very Expensive•Modern European•4.8(3,860)Chef Gio Osso’s intimate gathering spot is tucked inside Old Town Scottsdale’s Bespoke Inn, where his menu features contemporary cuisine inspired by his Mediterranean roots and global influences. Simply dubbed "honest craft," Chef Gio's menu changes weekly, and is comprised of reliable and satisfying mainstays like homemade pastas, hearty meat dishes and superb seafood. Join us for dinner on evenings from Tuesday to Saturday inside our intimate dining room or enjoy a delightful Arizona evening on our beautifully lit patio.
We look forward to serving you! Cancellations made within 24 hours of reservation will result in a fee of $50 per guest, thank you.
Marcellino Ristorante
Price: Very Expensive•Italian•4.8(2,205)The secrets of authentic Italian cuisine are proudly showcased by the man who creates the most innovative dishes this side of heaven. Let Chef Marcellino mesmerize your palate any night of the week with hand-crafted, naturally flavored pastas [saffron, squid ink, cacio e pepe, etc.]; heaps of crustaceans; wild game; reduction sauces; seasonal truffles, and more. Seeking simplicity? Scialatielli alle Vongole. Comfort food? Gnocchi so light and sumptuous they'll make you sigh. Decadence? Porcini-infused Fettuccine, sautéed with generous amounts of lobster, shitake mushrooms, and a white truffle drizzle. Vegetarian: Fettucine Contadina with a dollop of ricotta. Vegan and no-gluten options available; please allow extra preparation time or provide advance notice if possible. Celebrate your next occasion with us, and share the delicious, old-World elegance of a Marcellino experience with your family and friends!Toca Madera - Scottsdale
Price: Expensive•Mexican•4.7(2,509)Toca Madera is a highly acclaimed modern Mexican Steakhouse known for its menu featuring bold flavors and high quality, sustainable, and organic ingredients. Immerse yourself in a dining experience featuring fire performers, live music, and culinary excellence.
Forno 301 - Scottsdale
Price: Moderate•Italian•4.6(71)RISTORANTE ITALIANO, BAR, PIZZERIA. With our traditional wood-fired pizza FORNO, we make the most authentic Italian pizza, homemade pasta and desserts.Famous 48
Price: Expensive•Pub•4.6(470)Famous 48 in Scottsdale at Gainey Ranch features a menu of american fare. Serving Scottsdale's best prime rib and fall off the bone, slow cooked ribs every day. Enjoy drinks with friends after golf on our large all seasons patio and open-air bar.
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- WWilliamPhiladelphia County •102 reviews5.0Dined todaySpecial thanks for a great heathy meal with superb service!More infoFarm and Craft ScottsdalePrice: Moderate• American• Old Town Scottsdale•4.2
- YYPalm Springs / Palm Desert Cities •6 reviews5.0Dined 1 day agoOur server was fantastic and gave me a warm birthday welcome. She explained the soup selection and helped make our food selection easy. Very thoughtful and caring. The food was fantastic and the dessert so rich, I had to take it home. I appreciate Olive and Ivy for its attention to detail and such professional staff!More infoOlive & Ivy Restaurant & MarketplacePrice: Moderate• Mediterranean• Old Town Scottsdale•4.7
- RrobertPhoenix / Arizona •36 reviews5.0Dined 1 day agoThis is our second visit to this restaurant, and it was just as amazing as the first time. The food was incredible, and the service was outstanding. Our server was exceptional and made our dining experience truly memorable.More infoThe EndsPrice: Expensive• American• Old Town Scottsdale•4.5
- OTOpenTable DinerTahoe / Reno Area •9 reviews5.0Dined 3 days agoOur server Evan was absolutely amazing! This dinner has been the best part of our trip to Scottsdale and Evan and the delicious food is because of that.More infoCitizen Public HousePrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Old Town Scottsdale•4.7
- ALAndrewLSeattle / Eastern Washington •2 reviews5.0Dined 3 days agoOverall experience excellent. The service, ambience and food were all exceptional.More infoBourbon & Bones - Old Town ScottsdalePrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Old Town Scottsdale•4.6
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Old Town Scottsdale is known for its abundance of award-winning restaurants. From a quaint café serving up creative adaptions of Mediterranean classics to contemporary Latin American fare, dining in Old Town Scottsdale is an adventure. Try the grilled octopus or tacos made with hand-pressed corn tortillas. Entrées featuring farm-fresh ingredients are available in this part of town as well as fusion dishes that feature an Asian twist. Traditional Italian food is a popular choice in Scottsdale. Menu selections include focaccia rustica, polpettine and burrata. While international food choices are everywhere in Old Town, down-home meat-and-potatoes fare is also available, and you can choose from ribs, beef and fish.
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