Welcome to Old Town Scottsdale
Favorite Sports Bars
Looking for somewhere low key to walk to? Check out Zipps Sports Grill. Try the Golden Medium wings and a order a beer with a margarita “floater” - it’s icy and so delicious. Cheers!
186 locals recommend
Zipps Sports Grill
7551 E Camelback RdLooking for somewhere low key to walk to? Check out Zipps Sports Grill. Try the Golden Medium wings and a order a beer with a margarita “floater” - it’s icy and so delicious. Cheers!
The name says it all. Build your own burgers, dozens of draft beer options, tons of flat screen TVs and crazy loud lively bar during any sporting event. Usually do trivia night during the week. If you like Franks Red Hot, try their buffalo chicken dip with tots.
164 locals recommend
Cold Beers & Cheeseburgers
4222 N Scottsdale RdThe name says it all. Build your own burgers, dozens of draft beer options, tons of flat screen TVs and crazy loud lively bar during any sporting event. Usually do trivia night during the week. If you like Franks Red Hot, try their buffalo chicken dip with tots.
Bottled Blonde - Scottsdale
7340 E Indian PlazaTHE Ohio State University watch bar on Saturdays.
Old Town Nightlife
Owned by AZ native & country music super star Dierks Bentley, this fun bar turns into a nashville meets Vegas nightclub on weekend evenings. Sometimes have live music!
156 locals recommend
Dierks Bentley's Whiskey Row
4420 N Saddlebag TrailOwned by AZ native & country music super star Dierks Bentley, this fun bar turns into a nashville meets Vegas nightclub on weekend evenings. Sometimes have live music!
If you’re looking for bottle service and a Vegas style club vibe, head to Riot House on a weekend night and dance the night away!
38 locals recommend
Riot House
4425 N Saddlebag TrailIf you’re looking for bottle service and a Vegas style club vibe, head to Riot House on a weekend night and dance the night away!
Looking for a chill spot for live music and a beer? Check out Old Town Tavern. Live music every night, great beer prices and indoor/outdoor seating.
47 locals recommend
Old Town Tavern
7320 E Scottsdale MallLooking for a chill spot for live music and a beer? Check out Old Town Tavern. Live music every night, great beer prices and indoor/outdoor seating.
Speak-easy vibe restaurant/lounge with great craft cocktails. Fun people watching from their outdoor balcony seating area, which is as you guessed, on the second story.
73 locals recommend
Second Story Restaurant & Liquor Bar
4166 N Scottsdale RdSpeak-easy vibe restaurant/lounge with great craft cocktails. Fun people watching from their outdoor balcony seating area, which is as you guessed, on the second story.
Rooftop bar at the Canopy Hotel by Hilton with great views and fun cocktails. No ressies - first come, first serve. Open until 10PM.
9 locals recommend
Outrider Rooftop Lounge
7142 East 1st StreetRooftop bar at the Canopy Hotel by Hilton with great views and fun cocktails. No ressies - first come, first serve. Open until 10PM.
Indoor/Outdoor bar with great food, outdoor games and occasional live music/bands.
65 locals recommend
Boondocks Patio & Grill
4341 N 75th StIndoor/Outdoor bar with great food, outdoor games and occasional live music/bands.
B & B Cocktail Lounge brings casual yet sophisticated quality to Old Town Scottsdale. Elegantly creative cocktails and perfectly prepared dishes.
But wait, there's more! Enjoy weekend brunch on the patio and open-air bar looking out on to Scottsdale Road. The brunch menu at Bourbon & Bones Cocktail Lounge in Scottsdale offers a mix of classic breakfast favorites and brunch dishes with a refined twist! The open air bar serves up creative cocktails and coffee. Highlights of the breakfast menu are the brunch tower, Build Your Own Avocado Toast, and more! If you're looking for something more generous, try the Chophouse Philly.
B&B Cocktail Lounge
B & B Cocktail Lounge brings casual yet sophisticated quality to Old Town Scottsdale. Elegantly creative cocktails and perfectly prepared dishes.
But wait, there's more! Enjoy weekend brunch on the patio and open-air bar looking out on to Scottsdale Road. The brunch menu at Bourbon & Bones Cocktail Lounge in Scottsdale offers a mix of classic breakfast favorites and brunch dishes with a refined twist! The open air bar serves up creative cocktails and coffee. Highlights of the breakfast menu are the brunch tower, Build Your Own Avocado Toast, and more! If you're looking for something more generous, try the Chophouse Philly.
Top Dinner Spots
Locally owned Starlite features craft cocktails and delicious bbq and fried chicken. My favorite is the hot chicken fried sammie with fries, and an Old Fashioned! walk south on Miller Rd and you will see it on the left. Check the hours - they are closed on Mondays and Tuesdays.
13 locals recommend
Starlite BBQ
7620 E Indian School RdLocally owned Starlite features craft cocktails and delicious bbq and fried chicken. My favorite is the hot chicken fried sammie with fries, and an Old Fashioned! walk south on Miller Rd and you will see it on the left. Check the hours - they are closed on Mondays and Tuesdays.
Looking for something more upscale for dinner? Bourbon and Bones in Old Town Scottsdale has great wine list, cocktails and of course delicious steaks. You will want to make a reservation ahead of time.
60 locals recommend
Bourbon & Bones
4200 N Scottsdale RdLooking for something more upscale for dinner? Bourbon and Bones in Old Town Scottsdale has great wine list, cocktails and of course delicious steaks. You will want to make a reservation ahead of time.
This seafood restaurant is a popular upscale option in Old Town Scottsdale. Honestly everything is good, and pricey. Make a reservation ahead of time!
105 locals recommend
Ocean 44
4748 N Goldwater BlvdThis seafood restaurant is a popular upscale option in Old Town Scottsdale. Honestly everything is good, and pricey. Make a reservation ahead of time!
Hands down my fav restaurant in Old Town Scottsdale. Latin/Mexican fusion cuisine in an old church. The short rib tacos and basic margarita is my go-to, and you HAVE TO order their Street corn and tableside guacamole!! Reservations are a must. There’s a cute back patio if you’re lucky enough to sit there!
284 locals recommend
The Mission
3815 N Brown AveHands down my fav restaurant in Old Town Scottsdale. Latin/Mexican fusion cuisine in an old church. The short rib tacos and basic margarita is my go-to, and you HAVE TO order their Street corn and tableside guacamole!! Reservations are a must. There’s a cute back patio if you’re lucky enough to sit there!
The street tacos. The brussell sprout nachos. The margaritas. Yes to all of it!!
142 locals recommend
Diego Pops
4338 N Scottsdale RdThe street tacos. The brussell sprout nachos. The margaritas. Yes to all of it!!
Locally owned gastropub located right at Camelback/Scottsdale Rds. Try the pretzels and fondue!
561 locals recommend
Culinary Dropout
7135 E Camelback RdLocally owned gastropub located right at Camelback/Scottsdale Rds. Try the pretzels and fondue!
I always bring out of town guests here. The mexican/southwest food is delicious, they have an extensive tequila menu, and a HUGE patio with bistro lights!
49 locals recommend
Old Town Tortilla Factory
6910 E Main StI always bring out of town guests here. The mexican/southwest food is delicious, they have an extensive tequila menu, and a HUGE patio with bistro lights!
Located in the JW Marriott Camelback Inn (15 mins away), Rita's Kitchen offers delicious SW flair cuisine with live music Thursday - Sunday evening. If the weather is nice, grab a seat outside on the patio and take in the beautiful scenery and mountain views!
8 locals recommend
Rita's Kitchen
5402 East Lincoln DriveLocated in the JW Marriott Camelback Inn (15 mins away), Rita's Kitchen offers delicious SW flair cuisine with live music Thursday - Sunday evening. If the weather is nice, grab a seat outside on the patio and take in the beautiful scenery and mountain views!
Another one of my favorites! Great scene with modern furnishings. Tasty southwestern/mexican food and drink menus! You will need a reservation here.
156 locals recommend
Toca Madera Scottsdale
4736 N Goldwater BlvdAnother one of my favorites! Great scene with modern furnishings. Tasty southwestern/mexican food and drink menus! You will need a reservation here.
Famous, high-end sushi and Japanese restaurant - reservations are a must!
32 locals recommend
Nobu Scottsdale
4710 N Goldwater BlvdFamous, high-end sushi and Japanese restaurant - reservations are a must!
Upscale bistro serving French fare with a Mediterranean twist.
30 locals recommend
Francine restaurant
4710 N Goldwater BlvdUpscale bistro serving French fare with a Mediterranean twist.
CALA Scottsdale
Beautifully decorated and lively Mediterranean restaurant with large patio.
Things To Do
Camelback Mountain is one of the best hikes in Scottsdale. Just take a 10 min uber to the trailhead (or as close as you can) because the street parking is a nightmare. Two different trails offer two different, but difficult experiences. Bring more water than you think and wear sunscreen! There is no shade, at all. It’s tough but once you get to the top, the views are INCREDIBLE!
1752 locals recommend
Echo Canyon Trail and Recreation Area
East McDonald DriveCamelback Mountain is one of the best hikes in Scottsdale. Just take a 10 min uber to the trailhead (or as close as you can) because the street parking is a nightmare. Two different trails offer two different, but difficult experiences. Bring more water than you think and wear sunscreen! There is no shade, at all. It’s tough but once you get to the top, the views are INCREDIBLE!
This area of the McDowell Mountains is about 25 mins driving from the Old Town Townhome but offers a variety of trails and difficulties. There’s also a restroom and water fountain at the trailhead.
70 locals recommend
Lost Dog Wash Trailhead
12601 N 124th StThis area of the McDowell Mountains is about 25 mins driving from the Old Town Townhome but offers a variety of trails and difficulties. There’s also a restroom and water fountain at the trailhead.
You don't have to be a golfer to enjoy Top Golf. Think driving range meets bowling alley, but outside, with golf balls, party vibe and delicious food and cocktails. Expect a bit of a wait during busy season and weekend evenings. Don't worry they have a bar area to get you loosened up for your turn!
597 locals recommend
Topgolf
9500 Talking Stick WayYou don't have to be a golfer to enjoy Top Golf. Think driving range meets bowling alley, but outside, with golf balls, party vibe and delicious food and cocktails. Expect a bit of a wait during busy season and weekend evenings. Don't worry they have a bar area to get you loosened up for your turn!
Farmers Market open Saturday mornings Oct-May. Local goodies, treats and produce!
52 locals recommend
Old Town Scottsdale Farmers Market - open October through May
3806 N Brown AveFarmers Market open Saturday mornings Oct-May. Local goodies, treats and produce!
Looking for souvenirs or cute local shops? Check out the 5th Ave area for dozens of locally owned shops and boutiques.
28 locals recommend
5th Avenue Shops & Boutiques
Looking for souvenirs or cute local shops? Check out the 5th Ave area for dozens of locally owned shops and boutiques.
If you have a few hours to meander through hundreds of cacti and succulents while soaking in the sunshine, make sure to check out the Desert Botanical Gardens. So instaworthy.
1231 locals recommend
Desert Botanical Garden
If you have a few hours to meander through hundreds of cacti and succulents while soaking in the sunshine, make sure to check out the Desert Botanical Gardens. So instaworthy.
An assortment of locally owned boutiques and souvenir shops right in Downtown Scottsdale.
1378 locals recommend
Old Town Scottsdale
3200 N Scottsdale RdAn assortment of locally owned boutiques and souvenir shops right in Downtown Scottsdale.
Walk down the street and watch a baseball game! Home of the San Francisco Giants for their spring training during the month of March. Tickets sell out fast! Both seating and lawn available.
379 locals recommend
Scottsdale Stadium
7408 E Osborn RdWalk down the street and watch a baseball game! Home of the San Francisco Giants for their spring training during the month of March. Tickets sell out fast! Both seating and lawn available.
You will have to drive and make reservations in advance, but it's worth it to have goats hop on you during downward dog, right? Fun times for a group!
Goat Yoga
26601 S Val Vista DrYou will have to drive and make reservations in advance, but it's worth it to have goats hop on you during downward dog, right? Fun times for a group!
Recently rated the top attraction in Phoenix and ranked in the top 20 museums in the U.S. The Musical Instrument Museum is located in Phoenix, Arizona. Opened in April 2010, it is the largest museum of its type in the world. The collection of over 15,000 musical instruments and associated objects includes examples from nearly 200 countries and territories, representing every inhabited continent.
652 locals recommend
Musical Instrument Museum
4725 E Mayo BlvdRecently rated the top attraction in Phoenix and ranked in the top 20 museums in the U.S. The Musical Instrument Museum is located in Phoenix, Arizona. Opened in April 2010, it is the largest museum of its type in the world. The collection of over 15,000 musical instruments and associated objects includes examples from nearly 200 countries and territories, representing every inhabited continent.
Coming with a group? The AZ Party Bike could be a fun way to get around town. A tavern on wheels, powered by those who are pedaling, provides a fun way to see Old Town Scottsdale while enjoying some bevs. The pedal tavern holds up to 15 people for private parties.
21 locals recommend
Arizona Party Bike - Scottsdale
7034 E Osborn RdComing with a group? The AZ Party Bike could be a fun way to get around town. A tavern on wheels, powered by those who are pedaling, provides a fun way to see Old Town Scottsdale while enjoying some bevs. The pedal tavern holds up to 15 people for private parties.
San Francisco Giant's Spring Training Stadium - search "Cactus League Spring Training" for the full calendar (unfortunately can't post links here!)
379 locals recommend
Scottsdale Stadium
7408 E Osborn RdSan Francisco Giant's Spring Training Stadium - search "Cactus League Spring Training" for the full calendar (unfortunately can't post links here!)
The Hole in the Rock is a fun trail and especially good for beginner hikers, younger kids and people just exploring the Phoenix area. This trail is extremely easy and short. If you are able to walk up a few flight of stairs then you ready for the Hole in the Rock!
This path is located in Papago Park, which houses uniquely formed buttes made out of sandstone. The buttes are reddish in color and from close up look very porous, almost like a dried out sponge. They have unique shapes and while steep, they’re also very round. It doesn’t look like what you would expect to find in the Phoenix desert but maybe instead see at the bottom of a tropical fish tank. At the end of this short hike you will be standing in a hole inside one of these buttes overlooking the city.
184 locals recommend
Hole in the Rock
625 N Galvin PkwyThe Hole in the Rock is a fun trail and especially good for beginner hikers, younger kids and people just exploring the Phoenix area. This trail is extremely easy and short. If you are able to walk up a few flight of stairs then you ready for the Hole in the Rock!
This path is located in Papago Park, which houses uniquely formed buttes made out of sandstone. The buttes are reddish in color and from close up look very porous, almost like a dried out sponge. They have unique shapes and while steep, they’re also very round. It doesn’t look like what you would expect to find in the Phoenix desert but maybe instead see at the bottom of a tropical fish tank. At the end of this short hike you will be standing in a hole inside one of these buttes overlooking the city.
Fun outdoor putt-putt / minigolf course designed by Tiger Woods. Great for all ages, and if you're 21+, they will serve you cocktails or beer while you're "on the course."
PopStroke Scottsdale
Fun outdoor putt-putt / minigolf course designed by Tiger Woods. Great for all ages, and if you're 21+, they will serve you cocktails or beer while you're "on the course."
Interactive art museum for insta-worthy pictures and experiences. Displays change regularly to keep the experiences fresh. Located right in Old Town Scottsdale inside Fashion Square Mall.
46 locals recommend
Wonderspaces Arizona
7014 E Camelback RdInteractive art museum for insta-worthy pictures and experiences. Displays change regularly to keep the experiences fresh. Located right in Old Town Scottsdale inside Fashion Square Mall.
Brunch
Locals favorite brunch spot. Big mimosas and great size breakfasts. Usually a wait during the weekends.
73 locals recommend
Daily Dose Old Town Bar & Grill
4020 N Scottsdale RdLocals favorite brunch spot. Big mimosas and great size breakfasts. Usually a wait during the weekends.
Olive and Ivy is a great place for brunch, lunch or dinner, but... make reservations for weekend brunch on THE PATIO. You will not be disappointed!
314 locals recommend
Olive & Ivy
7135 E Camelback RdOlive and Ivy is a great place for brunch, lunch or dinner, but... make reservations for weekend brunch on THE PATIO. You will not be disappointed!
The cutest brunch place in all of Scottsdale. I mean it. Even Chip and Joanna Gaines from HGTV came here for lunch when they were in Scottsdale this year. You may need a reservation for the weekends.
67 locals recommend
Arcadia Farms Cafe
7025 E 1st AveThe cutest brunch place in all of Scottsdale. I mean it. Even Chip and Joanna Gaines from HGTV came here for lunch when they were in Scottsdale this year. You may need a reservation for the weekends.
Looking for a boozy brunch? This is THE WEEKEND PARTY SPOT with bottomless mimosas and bloodys, and DJs spitting beats from second doors open on Saturday & Sunday at 10am. Disclaimer: do not go here if you are looking for a quiet and intimate morning brunch experience (check out Arcadia Farms Cafe for that).
93 locals recommend
RnR Gastropub
3737 N Scottsdale RdLooking for a boozy brunch? This is THE WEEKEND PARTY SPOT with bottomless mimosas and bloodys, and DJs spitting beats from second doors open on Saturday & Sunday at 10am. Disclaimer: do not go here if you are looking for a quiet and intimate morning brunch experience (check out Arcadia Farms Cafe for that).
Looking for Music and Mimosas? Babes and Bloodys? This buzzy spot features a mod vibe, creative dishes & a build-your-own Bloody Mary bar. Prepare for a wait to get seated but it's WORTH IT. It's a whole scene. They have a few locations but this one is closest.
MON - FRI: 7 AM - 2 PM / SAT - SUN: 7 AM - 3 PM
49 locals recommend
Hash Kitchen Gainey Ranch
8777 N Scottsdale RdLooking for Music and Mimosas? Babes and Bloodys? This buzzy spot features a mod vibe, creative dishes & a build-your-own Bloody Mary bar. Prepare for a wait to get seated but it's WORTH IT. It's a whole scene. They have a few locations but this one is closest.
MON - FRI: 7 AM - 2 PM / SAT - SUN: 7 AM - 3 PM
Cute breakfast/brunch spot located in a renovated 1950's building. Large patio and portions.
The Eleanor
Cute breakfast/brunch spot located in a renovated 1950's building. Large patio and portions.
Nearby Grocery Stores
Similar to a Trader Joe's experience, Sprouts is a smaller grocery store offering high quality items, including a large gluten free/vegan selection and a deli with fresh fish and meats. They also sell beer and wine daily. It's pretty much across the street so you can easily walk here.
Sprouts Farmers Market
4402 North Miller RoadSimilar to a Trader Joe's experience, Sprouts is a smaller grocery store offering high quality items, including a large gluten free/vegan selection and a deli with fresh fish and meats. They also sell beer and wine daily. It's pretty much across the street so you can easily walk here.
Huge, higher-end supermarket that sells beer/wine/liquor daily and has a deli, bakery and pharmacy.
101 locals recommend
Safeway
7920 E Chaparral RdHuge, higher-end supermarket that sells beer/wine/liquor daily and has a deli, bakery and pharmacy.
Owned by Kroger, this supermarket has low prices but a big selection. Sells beer/wine/liquor daily, and has a deli and pharmacy.
210 locals recommend
Fry's Food And Drug
7770 E McDowell RdOwned by Kroger, this supermarket has low prices but a big selection. Sells beer/wine/liquor daily, and has a deli and pharmacy.
Golf Courses
18 hole championship golf course offering challenging and enjoyable golf experience at an affordable price. Open to the public and located just 10 minutes away.
Scottsdale Silverado Golf Club
7605 East Indian Bend Road18 hole championship golf course offering challenging and enjoyable golf experience at an affordable price. Open to the public and located just 10 minutes away.
Camelback Golf Club is one of Arizona's original gems featuring 36 holes of championship golf with the Padre and the new (and more difficult) Ambiente courses.
49 locals recommend
Camelback Golf Club
7847 N Mockingbird LnCamelback Golf Club is one of Arizona's original gems featuring 36 holes of championship golf with the Padre and the new (and more difficult) Ambiente courses.
Designed by Billy Bell, who is most well known for designing Torrey Pines in San Diego, this public course was completely restored in 2008.
95 locals recommend
Papago Golf Course
5595 E Karsten WyDesigned by Billy Bell, who is most well known for designing Torrey Pines in San Diego, this public course was completely restored in 2008.
Located in the heart of Scottsdale, McCormick Ranch Golf Club features two unique courses that are tour tested and amateur approved. The Palm and Pine Courses have breathtaking views of Camelback and McDowell Mountain, and combine well-manicured resort golf course layouts with pockets of desert infusion.
66 locals recommend
McCormick Ranch Golf Club
7505 E McCormick PkwyLocated in the heart of Scottsdale, McCormick Ranch Golf Club features two unique courses that are tour tested and amateur approved. The Palm and Pine Courses have breathtaking views of Camelback and McDowell Mountain, and combine well-manicured resort golf course layouts with pockets of desert infusion.
Talking Stick Golf Club offers two 18 hole courses - O’odham Course and The Piipaash Course. Talking Stick Golf Club also boasts a 17,000 square foot driving range that is 150 yards wide by 360 yards long, making it the largest public practice facility in the valley.
94 locals recommend
Talking Stick Golf Club
9998 Talking Stick WayTalking Stick Golf Club offers two 18 hole courses - O’odham Course and The Piipaash Course. Talking Stick Golf Club also boasts a 17,000 square foot driving range that is 150 yards wide by 360 yards long, making it the largest public practice facility in the valley.