Z'Tejas - Scottsdale

3.7

118 Reviews

$30 and under

Tex-Mex

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2 people

Mar 15, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 12 times today

About this restaurant

Great for happy hour
Neighborhood gem
Great for outdoor dining

Z'Tejas is a scratch kitchen that serves elevated Tex-Mex with a southern flair. They have locations in both Texas and Arizona. Founded in Austin, Texas in 1989, Z'Tejas is known for its bold flavors, creative cocktails, and warm, inviting atmosphere. The company is dedicated to providing guests with an exceptional dining experience and is committed to using the freshest ingredients and innovative techniques to bring the bold flavors of Southwestern cuisine to life.

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Location
8300 N Hayden Rd suite d 101, Scottsdale, AZ 85258
Phone number
(602) 767-4790
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Tex-Mex, Southwest, American
Hours of operation
Tue–Thu 11:00 am–9:00 pm Fri 11:00 am–10:00 pm Sat 10:00 am–10:00 pm Sun 10:00 am–9:00 pm
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
None

Salsa Trio
house, cruda, seasonal
Yuca Fries
Sriracha aioli, cotija
Z'Queso
Chipotle adobo, Pico de Gallo
Tejas Trio
Z'Queso, chile pork verde, borracho beans
Shrimp Tostada Bites*
Cilantro pesto shrimp, cilantro agave dressing, guacamole, cotija
Crab Stuffed Mushrooms
Cheese blend, mango soy glaze
Aguachile Shrimp Ceviche*
Avocado mango relish, cilantro pesto, habanero pepper
Catfish Beignets
Achiote jalapeno aioli, cilantro slaw, cotija, tequila pineapple sauce
Quesadilla
Cheese blend, fajita peppers, avocado crema
Nachos
Z' Queso, cheese blend, borracho beans, avocado crema, cotija

Soups & Salads

Z'Salad
Cheese blend, bell pepper, tomato, tajin tortilla strips
Jerk Chicken Salad
Cheese blend, tomato, goat & cotija cheese, sesame ginger dressing
Seared Blackened Ahi Tuna Salad*
Avocado, rainbow carrots, roasted corn relish, soy mango glaze, sesame ginger & cilantro agave dressing
Chef's Soup

Southwest Classics

Served with rice, borracho beans, or mix of both

Classic Fajitas*
Fajita peppers & onions, cheese blend, avocado crema
- Vegetarian$17.00
- Chicken$19.00
- Cilantro Pesto Shrimp$20.00
- Fajita Steak$25.00
- Combination$25.00
Santa Fe Enchiladas
Chicken tinga with red chile sauce or barbacoa beef with green chile sauce
Mushroom Enchiladas
Ancho mole cream, lime sour cream, avocado mango relish
Chicken Tinga Chile Relleno
Cheese blend, pecan, apricot, raisin, green & red sauces, lime sour cream, cotija
Street Tacos
Choice of chicken tinga or barbacoa beef, white onion, cucumber, cilantro, avocado crema
Blackened Catfish Tacos
Cilantro coleslaw, avocado mango relish, tequila pineapple sauce, jalapeño aioli

Specialties

Seared Salmon with Crab Salsa*
Roasted poblano mashed potatoes, sautéed spinach, green chile butter sauce
Spinach Linguine Diablo Pasta
Diablo cream sauce, cotija
Baseball Cut Top Sirloin*
Roasted poblano mashed potatoes, grilled asparagus, habanero herb butter

Sandwiches

Z'Burger*
1/3 lb. certified angus beef, pepper jack, applewood smoked bacon, lettuce, tomato, red onion, pickles, jalapeno aioli
Chicken Avocado Sandwich
Cilantro pesto chicken, pepper jack, avocado, lettuce, tomato, red onion, Pico de Gallo, jalapeño aioli

Desserts

Ancho Fudge Pie
Fudge ancho sauce, pecan, walnut, whipped cream, cinnamon
Rum Raisin Bread Pudding
Cinnamon, vanilla, whipped cream
Flan de Coco de Leche
Coconut cream, vanilla, dulce de Leche, whipped cream, roasted shredded coconut
Espresso Shot

What 118 people are saying

Z'Tejas - Scottsdale reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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3.7

3.7 based on recent ratings

4Food
3.7Service
3.8Ambience
3.7Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

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Z'Tejas in Scottsdale offers a delightful dining experience with its "great food and drinks," vibrant atmosphere, and stunning lakeside views. Guests appreciate the "friendly and attentive service" and the "delicious margaritas," making it a popular spot for celebrations and casual outings. The outdoor patio is a highlight for enjoying cocktails and sunsets.

118 Reviews

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FoodVixen VIP
Phoenix3 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Excellent food! Nice patio! Perfect espresso martini.
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Bridget VIP
Phoenix2 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 23, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
we had a great night with three and five dollar margaritas celebrating national margarita day. They're also is a great special for 19.99. You get a beverage and appetizer and an entrée. The food was delicious.
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Terie VIP
Phoenix47 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 19, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
we really enjoyed our lunch. The shrimp tostada bites are just incredible. The tacos were delicious. We sat outside near the water area and it was so pretty. The waitress was attentive and friendly, and I am looking forward to going back again.
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Andrew VIP
Baltimore2 reviews
1.0
Dined on February 15, 2025
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
Showed up a few minutes early for a 7:30 reservation on Valentines Day. Waited 15 mins at the hostess stand without being seated or even recognized. When I went across the restaurant to speak with the one person who had been at the front of the house, he shrugged and said they were overbooked and it would be 30-40 mins before we should expect to be seated. No apology or contrition. As we were leaving, woman walked by and said they had been seated for over an hour without anyone even coming to the table. We left and walked across the street. This place is way over their skis and couldn't care less.
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charles
Phoenix1 review
2.0
Dined on February 15, 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 4
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 4
The lobby was packed with folks looking to get seated. There was NO ONE at the host station to seat people or explain what the holdup was. Tables were not getting bussed and servers were over-whelmed.
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Kennedy
Raleigh21 reviews
1.0
Dined on February 15, 2025
1. Overall 1
2. Food 2
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 5
I love the brand at any location but service was off for Valentine’s Day .. but they accommodated my date and I . No complaints
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Brian
Phoenix10 reviews
1.0
Dined on February 15, 2025
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
This was literally the worst dining experience I’ve ever had. There’s a reason Z Tejas closed most of their restaurants.
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Trey
Phoenix2 reviews
3.0
Dined on February 15, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 5
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 3
Just very slow on Valentine's Day. This is understandable as it is a busy day, but it is still a long wait time to be seated and receive food.
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Susan VIP
Phoenix13 reviews
1.0
Dined on February 15, 2025
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
We love this restaurant and on Valentine's Day apparently Open Table accepted reservations for 300 tables instead of 100 tables. The restaurant only has 100. So we waited an hour and had to leave. I felt bad for the staff, the chefs, and the patrons. Not sure how this can happen but the manager was trying to reach restaurant headquarters and Open Table to solve the problem. A glitch in the system but too bad it happened on Valentine's.
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Sheila VIP
Minneapolis37 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 15, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food, vibe, water views. We were seated at a great table right by the water.
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Z'Tejas - Scottsdale is rated 3.7 stars by 118 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Mar 15, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 12 times today

8300 N Hayden Rd suite d 101, Scottsdale, AZ 85258

Additional information

Phone number
(602) 767-4790
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Tex-Mex, Southwest, American
Hours of operation
Tue–Thu 11:00 am–9:00 pm Fri 11:00 am–10:00 pm Sat 10:00 am–10:00 pm Sun 10:00 am–9:00 pm
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
None

Z'Tejas - Scottsdale

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About this restaurant

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Small Plates

Salsa Trio

Yuca Fries

Z'Queso

Tejas Trio

Shrimp Tostada Bites*

Crab Stuffed Mushrooms

Aguachile Shrimp Ceviche*

Catfish Beignets

Quesadilla

Nachos

Soups & Salads

Z'Salad

Jerk Chicken Salad

Seared Blackened Ahi Tuna Salad*

Chef's Soup

Southwest Classics

Classic Fajitas*

Santa Fe Enchiladas

Mushroom Enchiladas

Chicken Tinga Chile Relleno

Street Tacos

Blackened Catfish Tacos

Specialties

Seared Salmon with Crab Salsa*

Spinach Linguine Diablo Pasta

Baseball Cut Top Sirloin*

Sandwiches

Z'Burger*

Chicken Avocado Sandwich

Desserts

Ancho Fudge Pie

Rum Raisin Bread Pudding

Flan de Coco de Leche

Espresso Shot

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