Explore Scottsdale

🍽️ Eats

🥩 High-End Dining

• Steak 44 (our top recommendation) – 15 min / 5.3 mi – Upscale steakhouse known for prime domestic Waygu cuts, impressive wine list, and impeccable service. OpenTable Top 100 Restaurants in the US.
• Toca Madera – 5 min / 2.1 mi – Sleek Mexican-fusion eatery famous for creative cocktails and modern décor.
• Ocean 44 – 5 min / 2.1 mi – Seafood lover’s dream with a refined atmosphere and raw bar.
• Nobu – 5 min / 2.1 mi – High-end Japanese-Peruvian cuisine hotspot, perfect for sushi and celebrity sightings.
• Maple & Ash – 5 min / 2.1 mi – Contemporary steakhouse offering a theatrical, indulgent dining experience.
• Christopher’s at Wrigley Mansion – 20 min / 10 mi – Elegant historic mansion setting with award-winning French cuisine.
• Bourbon & Bones - 5 min / 2 mi - Boutique chophouse and bar featuring an innovative menu in a high-energy atmosphere.

🍔 Mid-Range & Family Friendly in Old Town

• Culinary Dropout – 5 min / 2 mi – Laid-back gastropub with comfort food and a spacious patio.
• Cold Beer & Cheeseburgers – 5 min / 2 mi – No-frills sports bar serving brews and pub fare.
• Old Town Tortilla Factory – 5 min / 2 mi – Casual Mexican spot with classic dishes and courtyard seating.
• Barrio Queen – 5 min / 2 mi – Vibrant Mexican eatery with colorful décor and authentic regional tacos.
• Zipps Sports Grill – 4 min / 1.3 mi – Neighborhood bar and grill with pool tables, TVs, and reliable pub fare.
• Wok 'n Roll – 4 min / 1.4 mi – Casual spot combining Chinese food and sushi, open late with a fun divey vibe.
• Oregano’s - 7 min / 2.9 mi - Laid back Italian and pizza spot. Get the pizza cookie (pazookie) for dessert.
• Sugar Bowl – 5 min / 2 mi – Retro ice cream parlor serving sundaes since 1958.

🍳 Brunch Hotspots

• Eggstacy (our recommendation) – 12 min / 9 mi – Inventive breakfast diner known for huge portions and creative pancake dishes.
• Morning Squeeze – 5 min / 2 mi – Bright, welcoming spot with fresh-squeezed juices and hearty brunch fare.
• Breakfast Club – 5 min / 2 mi – Retro chic diner with classics like pancakes, omelets, and breakfast grilled cheese.
• The Montauk – 5 min / 2 mi – East Coast-inspired brunch café featuring lobster Benedict and casual coastal vibes.
• Olive & Ivy - 5 min / 2 mi - Mediterranean-inspired brunch experience with bottomless mimosas.

🔥 Local Phoenix Icons

• Little Miss BBQ – 16 min / 12 mi – Legendary Central Texas-style barbecue joint with long lines and smoky goodness.
• Welcome Diner – 22 min / 17 mi – Cozy diner serving up seasonal comfort food in a converted house.
• Pizzeria Bianco – 20 min / 8.3 mi – Award-winning wood-fired pizzas that draw pizza pilgrims from everywhere.
• The Chuckbox - 14 min / 9.3 mi - Cooking burgers over mesquite charcoal next to ASU since 1972. Cash only.

🌃 Old Town Nightlife (only 1.5 miles away!)

• Maya – Indoor/outdoor club with a Las Vegas vibe offering daytime pool parties and DJ nights.
• Cake Nightclub – Glamorous nightlife spot with bottle service.
• Wasted Grain - Nightclub featuring live music, open concert areas, a dance floor & upscale lounge.
• The Hot Chick – Retro dive bar with 90s vibes, arcade games, and a lively dance floor.
• Boondocks Patio – Spacious bar with outdoor seating, live music, and plenty of TVs.
• Cottontail Lounge – Rooftop lounge at W Hotel with cocktails and sunset views.
• Fox Cigar Bar – Not your grandpa's cigar bar. Premium cigars, excellent whiskey list, and a fun vibe.
• Rusty Spur Saloon – Honky-tonk with live country music.
• Coach House – Dive bar classic with a loyal following.
• Dierks Bentley’s Whiskey Row – Lively country bar.
• Pretty Please Lounge – Neon-lit dance lounge with DJs.
• Riot House – High-energy club with indoor/outdoor setup.
• Bottled Blonde – Pizza place by day, nightclub after dark.
• El Hefe – Mexican taqueria with party vibes.
• Hi-Fi Kitchen & Cocktails – Chic bar with music videos and craft cocktails.
  

⛳ Golf Guide

🏆 Elite Courses

• We-Ko-Pa (our recommendation) – 24 min / 19 mi – Two nationally recognized courses with incredible desert views and top-notch service. Golf Magazine Top 100 Public Courses.
• TPC Scottsdale – 15 min / 15 mi – Famous tournament venue with championship-level course and amenities. Host of the WM Open.
• Grayhawk – 15 min / 17 mi – Two excellent layouts and a great practice facility. Host of NCAA Golf Championships 2021-2023.
• Quintero – 50 min / 53 mi – Secluded, pristinely maintained mountain course with luxurious clubhouse. Golf Digest Top 100 Public Courses.
• Troon North – 25 min / 20 mi – Iconic desert golf with dramatic scenery and challenging design.

🏌️‍♂️ More Top Options

• Whirlwind (our recommendation) – 25 min / 23 mi – Excellent facility with two distinctly styled layouts. Host of 2025 LPGA Ford Championship.
• Wildfire Golf Club – 18 min / 16 mi – Two Nicklaus-designed courses nestled in the desert with top-notch practice facilities.
• Camelback (Ambiente) – 12 min / 5.8 mi – Marriott’s full-length resort course set against Camelback Mountain with lush fairways and mountain views.
• Dinosaur Mountain – 35 min / 36 mi – Beautifully rugged desert course in the east valley.
• Longbow – 19 min / 18 mi – Thoughtful layout with wide fairways and friendly staff.
• Talking Stick – 10 min / 5 mi – Two diverse courses. Plus a casino!
• Raven Golf Club – 20 min / 16 mi – A great change up from the desert layouts, this course has 6,000 pine trees.
• Papago Golf Club – 13 min / 6.2 mi – Framed by the stunning Papago Buttes, this is the home course of the ASU golf team.

🪙 Budget Friendly

• Grand Canyon University GC – 30 min / 26 mi – Collegiate course offering affordable play and a challenging layout.
• San Marcos GC – 12 min / 19 mi – Historic municipal course with no-frills charm.

🏅 Par-3s, Driving Ranges, and Mini-Golf

• Grass Clippings at Rolling Hills (highly recommend for a unique golf experience) – 15 min / 7 mi – One of the only fully lit night golf experiences in the US. Par-3 course with a fun party vibe.
• Continental GC – 3 min / 1.4 mi – Par-60 executive course with full driving range and a short game area. Right around the corner!
• Coronado GC – 6 min / 2.5 mi – Grass driving range with lights open until 9pm.
• Mountain Shadows – 11 min / 5.9 mi – One of the fancier par 3 courses out there. 18 holes with great views.
• Puttshack – 16 min / 12 mi – Modern take on mini-golf with tech-enabled courses (indoor).
• PopStroke – 8 min / 4.1 mi - Family-friendly spot featuring two 18-hole putting courses, jumbotrons, and lively bar (outdoor).

⚾ Spring Training (Cactus League)

• Scottsdale Stadium – 4 min / 1.5 mi – Spring home of the San Francisco Giants.
• Salt River Fields – 8 min / 3.7 mi – Home of the Diamondbacks and Rockies.
• Sloan Park – 9 min / 6.4 mi – Spring home of the Chicago Cubs.
• Tempe Diablo Stadium – 17 min / 14 mi – Spring home of the Angels.
• Hohokam Stadium – 14 min / 10 mi – Spring home of the Oakland A's.
• Peoria Sports Complex – 35 min / 34 mi – Hosts the Padres and Mariners.
• American Family Fields – 30 min / 25 mi – Spring home of the Milwaukee Brewers.
• Goodyear Ballpark – 40 min / 38 mi – Spring home of the Cleveland Guardians
  

🎰 Casinos

• Talking Stick Resort & Casino – 10 min / 5 mi – Modern casino with slots, table games, poker, plus a spa and golf course.
• Casino Arizona – 12 min / 6 mi – Mid-size casino with bingo, blackjack, and live entertainment.
• Gila River Wild Horse Pass – 23 min / 21 mi – Casino with a full resort, event venue, and multiple dining options.
  

🏙️ Other Things to Do

• Stand Up Live – 22 min / 17 mi – Premier comedy club with national headliners.
• Musical Instrument Museum – 19 min / 17 mi – World-class collection of instruments with interactive exhibits.
• Yucca Tap Room / Electric Bat Arcade – 15 min / 12mi – Iconic Tempe dive bar/live music venue with a full arcade.
• StarFighters Arcade – 23 min / 18 mi – Huge 80s themed retro arcade open weekend nights only.
• Ziggy’s Pizza / Stardust Arcade – 23 min / 15 mi – Small pizza parlor front hides a large speakeasy arcade bar.
• McCormick-Stillman Railroad Park – 8 min / 4 mi – Family-friendly park with trains and a carousel.
• Taliesin West – 20 min / 12 mi – Frank Lloyd Wright’s famous desert home.
• Old Town Scottsdale Shops – 5 min / 2 mi – Boutiques, art, gift shops, and desert charm.
• OdySea Aquarium & Butterfly Wonderland – 10 min / 5 mi – Great indoor activities for families.
• Camelback Mountain/McDowell Preserve – 9 min / 3.3 mi – Best spots for hiking and desert views.
• Scottsdale Fashion Square – 5 min / 2 mi – Premier shopping mall with luxury stores including Gucci, Louis Vuitton, and YSL.
• Chase Field / PHX Arena – 22 min / 17 mi – See the D-backs, Suns, or a concert in downtown Phoenix.