Lizzette’s guide to the best of Scottsdale
Food scene
Upscale Mexican restaurant. Full bar offering craft cocktails. Vegan options available.
156 locals recommend
Toca Madera Scottsdale
4736 N Goldwater BlvdUpscale Mexican restaurant. Full bar offering craft cocktails. Vegan options available.
Branded as an upscale cocktail lounge, it has a full service food menu, including brunch. Vegan options available.
46 locals recommend
Beverly on Main
7018 E Main StBranded as an upscale cocktail lounge, it has a full service food menu, including brunch. Vegan options available.
Vegan restaurant serving American comfort food with international influences.
163 locals recommend
Green New American Vegetarian
2022 N 7th StVegan restaurant serving American comfort food with international influences.
Mexican restaurant chain with trendy vibe and contemporary cuisine style. Vegan options available.
6 locals recommend
Tocaya Organica
7012 E Greenway PkwyMexican restaurant chain with trendy vibe and contemporary cuisine style. Vegan options available.
Nightlife & Bars
Come drink here day or night with the best outdoor patio and backyard games.
200 locals recommend
Maya Day and Nightclub
7333 E Indian PlazaCome drink here day or night with the best outdoor patio and backyard games.
The Drunk Munk
7133 E Stetson DrOld Town Scottsdale's newest and best tiki bar.
The Wandering Tortoise
2417 E Indian School RdBeer shop and tap room
Casa Amigos
Come celebrate at Casa with some of the best nightlife
Outdoors
Camelback Mountain, with an elevation of 2,704 feet, is an excellent hike or climb in Arizona.
1752 locals recommend
Echo Canyon Trail and Recreation Area
East McDonald DriveCamelback Mountain, with an elevation of 2,704 feet, is an excellent hike or climb in Arizona.
Gateway Loop, Bell's Pass, Prospector Trail and Thompson Peak is a 14.7 mile moderately trafficked out and back trail located near Scottsdale, Arizona that offers the chance to see wildlife and is only recommended for very experienced adventurers. The trail is primarily used for hiking, running, and backpacking and is best used from September until May.
19 locals recommend
Gateway Loop Trail
Gateway Loop TrailGateway Loop, Bell's Pass, Prospector Trail and Thompson Peak is a 14.7 mile moderately trafficked out and back trail located near Scottsdale, Arizona that offers the chance to see wildlife and is only recommended for very experienced adventurers. The trail is primarily used for hiking, running, and backpacking and is best used from September until May.
Pinnacle Peak Trail is a 4 mile heavily trafficked out and back trail located near Scottsdale, Arizona that features beautiful wild flowers and is rated as moderate. The trail offers a number of activity options and is accessible year-round.
49 locals recommend
Pinnacle Peak
Pinnacle Peak Trail is a 4 mile heavily trafficked out and back trail located near Scottsdale, Arizona that features beautiful wild flowers and is rated as moderate. The trail offers a number of activity options and is accessible year-round.
Enjoy the moment and make memories high in the sky. Plan a date like no other! Picturesque Sunrise flights over the Sonoran Desert. Daily Rides. Sunset Flights.
36 locals recommend
Rainbow Ryders, Inc. Hot Air Balloon Company
7934 E Covey LnEnjoy the moment and make memories high in the sky. Plan a date like no other! Picturesque Sunrise flights over the Sonoran Desert. Daily Rides. Sunset Flights.
Shopping
Scottsdale Fashion Square is a top shopping destination with more than 240 specialty stores and restaurants.
734 locals recommend
Fashion Square
Scottsdale Fashion Square is a top shopping destination with more than 240 specialty stores and restaurants.
Scottsdale Quarter
15279 N Scottsdale RdOutdoor shopping mall
Great place to buy recycled clothing! I try to buy second hand as often as possible because it is more sustainable for the environment!
14 locals recommend
Buffalo Exchange
227 W University DrGreat place to buy recycled clothing! I try to buy second hand as often as possible because it is more sustainable for the environment!
Museums
Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art in the state of Arizona is a museum in the Old Town district of downtown Scottsdale, Arizona. The museum is dedicated to exhibiting modern works of art, design and architecture.
218 locals recommend
Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art
7374 E 2nd StScottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art in the state of Arizona is a museum in the Old Town district of downtown Scottsdale, Arizona. The museum is dedicated to exhibiting modern works of art, design and architecture.
Wonderspaces is a year-round, evolving art show featuring extraordinary artwork from around the world.
46 locals recommend
Wonderspaces Arizona
7014 E Camelback RdWonderspaces is a year-round, evolving art show featuring extraordinary artwork from around the world.
Animal sanctuaries
Whenever wild animals have lost their homes to development, or are found injured or abandoned, SWCC is ready to respond. They provide native wildlife with a safe place to recover and grow; a place where their wildness is nurtured and encouraged. Book a tour to experience the sanctuary!
19 locals recommend
Southwest Wildlife Conservation Center
27026 N 156th StWhenever wild animals have lost their homes to development, or are found injured or abandoned, SWCC is ready to respond. They provide native wildlife with a safe place to recover and grow; a place where their wildness is nurtured and encouraged. Book a tour to experience the sanctuary!