Best Restaurants Open for Newyears Eve this year in Scottsdale – 2024

Great happy hour options for apps. Food always came out fast. We had the Hawaiian rolls and spicy tuna for happy hour. Loved the spicy tuna. I’d say better then the poke meal

Delicious dinner at Grassroots Kitchen. We started with the Noble Bread Service and Pork Belly. The bread was tasty, but quite tough to chew. The Pork Belly was awesome, so tender and tasty. I chose the Carolina Baby Back Ribs for my entree. They were so delicious that I ate the entire rack. The slaw was okay, but not my favorite, lots of cilantro. I also ordered a side of Pork Bell Baked Beans, they were great. My girlfriend had the Shrimp Po Boy as her entree. She really enjoyed it. Overall a great dinner. The portion sizes were great for the prices. The service was also fantastic with multiple servers making sure our drinks were never empty. We would absolutely dine here again to try more menu items!

Wonderful food. Friendly, attentive service. Relaxed atmosphere. A great place for high quality dishes, but easygoing environment. Everything was just nicely done, balanced. Flavors were rich, but nothing was heavy. Obvious high-quality, fresh ingredients. Just very “clean” - the kinda food you overeat because it’s so good, but you don’t feel miserable after. Love most everything we’ve tried here, but on this night we started with the burrata and couple cocktails. Love the Dark & Stormy (the little candied ginger garnish is fun. Dinner was pork chops for my wife (amazing) and redfish for me (one of the best fish dishes I’ve had). Dirty orzo was on point for a side. I usually go with the jalapeño grits, but it was good choice to go with the orzo.

Seafood in the Desert? If it's at the Salt Cellar, then "YES" it's always good. Great food! We did the dining room for a special occasion but the bar is also great with its own menu (however limited seating and can get packed). Great service, very attentive (bar servers, hosts, and our server, Micha). Decent cocktail and wine list, not extensive but plenty of solid options. Atmosphere, so unique for AZ being underground so it earns points for that. Wish it had a few more booths and less tables but I realize space is probably a concern. The history of the place! ➡️ We had: Surf & Turf w/Filet Mignon & Lobster, Alaskan Crab legs (pricey but delicious), Salads (come w/meal; one blue cheese vinaigrette, one Roquefort ), bread serving (complimentary), Amaretto cheesecake (pour the Amaretto shot on the cheesecake...delicious)!

I have been to salt celler a few times for happy hour and the food is always delicious. We made a reservation to dine in finally and the food was to perfection. My husband had the beef wellington and I had the shrimp san remo. Can you say flavor. Everything in this restaurant has amazing flavor and is super fresh. The escargot is a must . Don't be shy that it is snail. It is very good!!! I've had this dish since I was young and these are some of the best I've had! The bread and butter they bring you is also yummy, especially the butter. Finishing the experience with a fesh hot lemon towel to clean your hands is also great and unexpected. We would dine here again for sure.

We were in the 100 room. Very private. Cozy and romantic. Scott was an amazing waiter and took exceptional care of us. Rich the owner is outstanding. The food was spectacular! From the lobster to the turtle soup and the escargot. This was the first of many times dining at the Salt Cellar.

Armond went above and beyond to make sure our anniversary dinner was amazing! Our favorite new dish is now Bacon Wrapped Dates. Unexpected, but delicious. The food was superb and the atmosphere was full of energy and excitement. When we split the dish after eating so much, they plated them separately. Very thoughtful and the Happy Anniversary dessert was a wonderful surprise. 10/10 ❤️

What an experience! I mean gosh. The atmosphere immediately hits you with its chic and stylish decor. It's a perfect resturant for an occasion where you feel like dressing up a bit. During my visit they had a DJ. Everything gave "Sex and the City" vibes. I loved it! The drinks were great and food was delicious. The salmon was melt-in-your-mouth good and our waitress was so friendly and gave great recommendations. Overall, great experience!

This place is really nice. The food was good but not great. However, the Mediterranean salad was really good. The dessert was disappointing. It should have been served warm. The calamari was greasy with just a lot of breading.

Culinary dropout is such a vibe! From the decor, to service, to the food (best part) absolutely delicious! I got the Mac burger with the house salad, so perfect and tasty. The fried chicken is amazing, can’t go wrong getting that. Turkey pastrami is delicious too, the mustard really stands out! And a huge thank you to the nice waiter who offered me a piece of the candied mango when I asked the bartender what it was ❤️ may God shine His light on your life always.

Came for dinner during restaurant week with a group of 5 and were immediately taken care of. Very helpful and attentive staff. We ordered a round of appetizers and drinks and were served within 10 mins. Had an issue with one of our main entrees and the manager immediately took care of us. Everything we ate and drank tasted great! The only reason I'm not giving this place 5 stars is because of the potential health hazard one of my group members encountered should have never happen, especially for the amount of money we paid for the meal

The place itself was cool, with a unique vibe—kind of like a mix between a restaurant and Urban Outfitters. The food was absolutely top-notch, no complaints there. However, the service left a lot to be desired. My waiter was terrible; I actually had to get up from my seat just to ask for a refill. The staff overall seemed super young and gave the impression they were busy, rushing around, but not really accomplishing anything. It took away from the experience, which was disappointing considering how good the food was. There’s potential here, but the service needs serious improvement.

Great food and service in a rustic atmosphere. Also very unexpected since it feels like it’s attached to a business center. Sat at the bar, bartenders were attentive and on their game. Started off with the smoked wings. Really good flavor. Then ordered a ribeye steak and a side lobster tail. Obviously was really hungry. Everything was delicious and I enjoyed the atmosphere.

This place was amazing. The atmosphere was great and I must admit the food was great. We stopped at this restaurant as it was close to the hotel and convenient. The service was next level and our waitress really cater to our needs. All the food came out hot and tasty. I truly recommend this place.

The dishes here were excellent. We started with the wings which had an incredible flavor between the dry rub and the smoke. Perfectly cooked, and I cannot recommend these enough! I also ordered a steak which was beautifully prepared, and a creme brulee (though this was slightly under-prepared, but still very good) Roaring Fork feels like a very warm, welcoming lodge. And a great part of that is how inviting and helpful the staff here is. Celeste was a great joy to have waiting our table! She was incredibly attentive, made great recommendations, and was great at making our visit as fun as possible!

Hands down my top 12 fine dinning restaurant. As a well travel food enthusiast, Cafe monarch blew my mind. Th service, ambience and food was 10/10. I highly recommend for special occasions or just because. Every food we tried was amazing. Nick and Ricky were fantastic at catering to our needs and answering all the questions we had. My friends got custom menu for their birthdays. I’m so glad to experience this night with them.

This is must be the most romantic dining experience in all of Phoenix. It is also one of the greatest dining experiences we’ve ever had. See my other 5 star posts/reviews on Google. We were in town for a dear friend’s wedding AND it was my wife’s Birthday. So, the pressure was on a good husband to come through with a fantastic BDay dinner. Cafe Monarch made me look like a hero. Every element of the evening was first class. The welcome was personal and the champagne my wife loves was chilled and waiting table side upon arrival. The table was perfect. Our main server Joseph was elegant, knowledgeable and a perfect guide through the Four Course meal we each selected. Every course was as beautiful as it was delicious. Its evident with every bite the chef is confident and gifted (a couple of pictures below). I can’t praise Cafe Monarch enough. It was a perfect night in a beautiful environment with perfect food and wine! Enjoy!

Loved every minute of 2 hours long dinner at Monarch. The staff knows how to make you feel special and comfortable despite the fact that it was my first time at Monarch. Everyone from host to serving staff are very polite, courteous and professional. We were 30 minutes early than our scheduled time and they happily got us the table. Food was amazing, we tried vegetarian tasting menu and it was hands down the best vegetarian food I had in the valley. A follow-up feedback call on next day shows how much they care about your experience. It was a true 5 star experience and I will return for sure.

My family stayed here and dined in every morning for breakfast. Our server was excellent, keeping our coffee topped off and warm. Water arrived right away and the food service was fast. It was a lovely relaxing start to each day. I wish they offered real maple syrup as an option but that’s my only suggestion. The food is fresh and we have no complaints about the portions. One morning, the chef kindly prepared a parfait that wasn’t even on the menu. Love the decor and ambiance that brings you back to the 50s with a mix of Palm Springs and LA. We didn’t bring our pup down but appreciated the option to dine outside with her if we wanted to.

This was our 4th year dining at their Thanksgiving day brunch. We have always made a point to get our reservations in as soon as possible so that we can ensure our spot and the staff never disappoints. The service is outstanding, the dishes are outstanding with a similar but varied menu each year. We particularly like the buffet/salad bar they offer before serving you your entree. There are many choices in Phoenix for Thanksgiving brunch/dinner but ZuZu is a must for us. Cru was our waiter this year and he did a great job making sure we had a pleasant experience.

I have been going here for a few years now for brunch and absolutely loved it. So much so I decided to try out dinner for my birthday. It was a great experience as well. Unfortunately a year later my boyfriend and I went for dinner and did not receive the same amazing service I was used to. After the dinner we spoke to Jarrett (the GM) and he apologized telling us he would appreciate if we could give them a second chance and would be sure to take care of us. A few months later and not too much has changed. Needless to say, save your money and go a few minutes down the road to Fat Ox, Mission, Maple and Ash, honestly anywhere else works. While the chef has amazing food the staff treats you like another hotel guest they will probably never see again. Sharing photos because they do have amazing food, I just don’t have time for subpar service

Not your typical steakhouse! Love the vibes! Fun neon signs and lights. The food was fantastic! We really enjoyed our time and the service was excellent. I'm surprised to see people so casually dressed... I thought the standards would be higher with attire and that for the location, name, and prices- they would enforce no hats and sweatpants...

I had a amazing experience! The service was excellent, and the food was absolutely delicious. I went with my family for a road trip in Arizona , it’s my second Time here I have a good vibes when I here . Thanks you so much

I had a fantastic experience! The service was excellent, and the food was absolutely delicious. I went with friends, and we all had a great time enjoying the lively atmosphere. The music was perfect for creating a fun vibe, making it an ideal spot for a dinner outing with friends. I can’t wait to return!

Lunch menu items could easily satisfy anyone's craving - especially loved the 1/2 portion items which were priced just right - portions were still more than enough. Food was delicious. Service was amazing - felt genuinely important and cared for.

We had a guest from out of town & had such an incredible experience. We met another couple as well & everything was top-notch. From my dirty, more like filthy martini that I requested to the burger the appetizer everything was on point so impressed would recommend this to everybody visiting Old town Scottsdale.

I came to the bar to have a few drinks before dinners on multiple occasions but Gordon and Bethany made it worth my while.. they were both very professional while also making me feel comfortable! Gordon’s drinks were fantastic and their collab service was phenomenal

Really fantastic food and drinks here. The soft pretzels and fondue are a must, I see why everyone orders them - it comes with a little candle to keep the cheese warm. Our table ordered asparagus, bread with garlic/balsamic, olives, sopressata, prosciutto, and aged manchego among a few other odds and ends and everything was delicious. Also included on their menu are salads, sandwiches, pizza, and entrees, but we wanted to order a ton of food to share so we opted for the charcuterie assortment etc. Would be back, staff was really nice and the setting was classy and comfortable - sports on the TV but also tiered golden lighting and greenery with a window to the kitchen.

Attentive staff. It was very noisy. Our first table and chairs that they took us to were very very uncomfortable, the second table and chairs were better. The food was good. The coleslaw was very good. The waiter was attentive and friendly.

All of our food was delicious. The atmosphere is very cool, and the service by Patricio was exceptional. Love that they highlight craft beers made locally. Loved the fish and chips and the crispy shrimp caesar salad.

Stopped by for a quick breakfast after tubing and was surprised by 2 different flight options: mimosa and coffee flights. I went with the mimosa flight and was pleasantly surprised. I don’t usually drink that early but the mimosas are light and friendly. I also got the cinnamon roll pancakes. It was the perfect amount of food and beverage. This would be an ideal brunch spot. Get there early as they fill up by 9am and parking near the restaurant is difficult.

This place has a great vibe. Highly suggest you call or be placed on the wait list a head of time as it gets very busy. The portion sizes are perfect and I highly recxomend the strawberry and cream pancakes. Only thing I would suggest improvement on was that they food was not very hot when it came out. It was warm but not cold. But overall a great spot with great music also being pumped in.

A fun breakfast spot in Old Town! The menu is a bit simple, but the scramble was tasty. The weekend DJ adds a great vibe, sitting outside is perfect for people watching.

Came here randomly Saturday night for late dinner—my friends and I didn’t have reservations but we called ahead and luckily they had availability. We got seated in a big comfy booth. Food was delicious! For starters, the Charred Octopus was amazing. The Steak Crescenza Bruschetta and EVO Salad were good too. My entree favorites were the Chicken Parmesan and Lobster Tortellini—both well flavored and good portion, definitely recommend these! Prices seemed reasonable and service was good!

Great place for casual bite. Atmosphere is very laid back casual vibes. Pasta and meatballs are made in house so those are super fresh. Ordered the meatball pasta and came out quick and delicious. Affordable pricing.

My recent visit to Evos was bit disappointing. On a previous visit, I loved it. My friend and I wanted to start with a salad. We normally split a Caesar, but we ventured out with the kale salad. I found it to be quite tasteless. The dressing was delicious but there was barely any of it on the crunchy kale. For my main dish I ordered pasta pesto. There was very little pesto taste and the pasta was hidden under all the veggies. I love vegetables but they totally drowned out the dish. Evos has really nice decor but it's a bit dark to read the menu, especially if you're sitting in the back of the restaurant as we were.

The outdoor seating is just so beautiful! The service, staff, food, ambience hit the spot. We had a ten course vegetarian meal and each course was unique and flavorful. Tried quite a few drinks, the espresso martini was smooth. Highly recommend for special occasions. Great experience overall.

The tasting menu was very well designed. If cafe Monarch was a King, Reserve is def the Queen. The ambience is very chic and cute. The courtyard was very well decorated and quint. You will be treated like loyalty as you are! Food was phenomenal as expected.

Absolutely wonderful. A real foodie paradise!! Robert was an incredibly informed and professional waiter. All of the dishes we tried on the 10 course tasting menu were expertly prepared and interesting. And beautiful, too! Will definitely return for special occasions.

Highly Recommend! I rarely find a hotel restaurant where I enjoy multiple meals, but this place exceeded expectations. The Mediterranean salad, lamb ribs, and hummus for dinner were outstanding. Breakfast was equally impressive—the yogurt Super Bowl with granola and roasted coconut was perfectly balanced in temperature and sweetness. For lunch, we had a delicious turkey sandwich paired with a refreshing frisée salad, and of course, we had the Mediterranean salad again. The food was consistently excellent, making each meal a delight. Highly recommend!

Nice restaurant to go to just for a nice meal or birthday meal. It has indoor and outdoor seating. We sat outside specifically as the sun was still setting and the scenery looked good, overlooking a pool and several palm trees. The curry shrimp was tasty along with the purée potatoes. Coming from London, Uk to AZ I was not disappointed.

Great, friendly service. The waitress was knowledgeable on the menu items. My pasta dish with shredded pork was excellent, and I only would have liked a bigger serving. The live music added a nice ambiance.

Dominick’s is one of the best steakhouse I’ve been to. The steaks are of a very high quality and perfectly prepared, with my favorite being the bone-in Kansas City strip. The side dishes are outstanding, especially the baked potato and the corn crème brûlée. There is an ample variety of starters, including seafood and the delicious wedge salad. The desserts are the perfect ending to a wonderful experience. The decor is beautiful, giving the restaurant a very pleasant ambiance. The staff is very professional and friendly. I have celebrated many special occasions at Dominick’s.

The 22oz Ribeye steak was delicious, tender and juicy! We got the off the menu whipped potatoes with shrimp and crab and it was amazingly tasty paired up with the steak. Loved the ambiance! Will be going again!

Best steakhouse I’ve been to: fresh seafood, unbelievably well cooked meat, and great sides. We even enjoyed their selection of red wine. It’s expensive, but it’s worth it.

I have been going here for a few years now for brunch and absolutely loved it. So much so I decided to try out dinner for my birthday. It was a great experience as well. Unfortunately a year later my boyfriend and I went for dinner and did not receive the same amazing service I was used to. After the dinner we spoke to Jarrett (the GM) and he apologized telling us he would appreciate if we could give them a second chance and would be sure to take care of us. A few months later and not too much has changed. Needless to say, save your money and go a few minutes down the road to Fat Ox, Mission, Maple and Ash, honestly anywhere else works. While the chef has amazing food the staff treats you like another hotel guest they will probably never see again. Sharing photos because they do have amazing food, I just don’t have time for subpar service

Very cute restaurant and overall great experience. Docked one star for speed of service. The staff were all incredibly friendly, but drinks took a very long time to arrive and we had to ask a couple of times for a kids menu. Atmosphere: cute and clean dining area, not too loud, could easily hold a full group conversation at our table of 12, clean bathrooms Food/menu: there is a happy hour menu, we tried the wings and the empanadas and both were phenomenal (probably better than our actual meals) The kids menu is very basic: chicken tenders, Mac n cheese, etc. based on the regular menu, some additional kids options would have been nice. We ended up ordering off the regular menu for our child who wanted a seafood option. The dinner menu has a nice variety, allergy options are listed. All of the food is plated beautifully. All of the dishes we tried were very good, but the main courses were lacking flavor, especially the scallops. The desserts are very fun, and very large. Definitely meant for sharing!

Dined here on a Saturday night celebrating my divorce. There was live music with an incredibly talented artist, the cocktails were expertly crafted and the food was incredible. Each dish was perfectly composed and beautifully plated (see video). The Brussels sprouts were the best I have ever had!!! And the salmon over forbidden rice was an adventure for our taste buds. My friends and I ordered everything tapas style and raved about EVERY. SINGLE. DISH. Chef LaCasce is simply a genius and we had the pleasure of meeting him after our meal. He is in good company with their pastry chef Maria Arenas, whose desserts had us seeing glimpses of heaven. If you are a foodie, ZuZu is a must.

Would first like to say our waiter Frank made our experience incredible, he provided great service! We were in the mood for some French, so found this gem. The Duck Confit was amazing and the steak was cooked to perfection. Will come back when in town!

I've dined at Zinc Bistro few times and I've always been very impressed with the food, service and the ambiance but tonight was not the same. I had a crispy skin salmon dish. The fish was cooked to perfection and it was delicious but the trimmings around the fish were frankly not really compatible with the fish. They overpowered the taste of the fish and I left most of it but I did finish the fish. Everything else was great. I would have loved to give a five star for the food but on this occasion I can't. The service was good but not great. We were still working on the appetizer when the main course arrived.

Great food, solid menu, very good service. Not listed were the sea bass, the specials white fish. Parking is the only issue. Great dining. We have fine many times, especially with guests.

Absolutely loved my recent visit to the remodeled Etta restaurant in the Quarter district of Scottsdale! My friends and I approached the evening with somewhat restrained expectations, but we were utterly surprised by the incredible vibe and dining experience. As frequent diners across various states and countries, we found Etta to be a refreshing addition that truly fills a gap in dinner entertainment. The ambiance is electric, featuring a top-notch sound system that gives off a nightlife quality, and it’s clear they’re preparing for a festive late-night atmosphere with impressive lighting. Valet parking was plentiful, making our arrival seamless, and the staff was attentive and on point throughout our meal. The drinks were outstanding, and the menu pricing offered great value, especially considering the amazing entertainment component they provide. We had such a fantastic time that we’re already planning our next visit. Etta has definitely earned a five-star rating from us!

Etta has a lot going for it: inviting outdoor patio, 360 bar (I always like to be able to see other people across the bar, but for people who like looking out the window, there is also another bar with such a view), open kitchen (with beautiful hanging copper pots), pizza oven, airy, bright, and spacious dining room that, depending on your point of view, is either kind of like an Italian farmhouse or a French farmhouse (which would be weird because the food is largely Italian, with a few subtle Asian hints, though I’ve never been inside either nationality of farmhouse so I could go either way). Some of the food is shareable but the shareability is confusing. Our server, who was excellent, said although each dish usually comes out when it is ready, he could make all starters come at the same time and all mains at the same time, which he did and which I recommend. For six people we ordered the American Wagyu Meatballs and Bubbling Shrimp, which our server increased to one for each person. They were delicious and I especially liked the Bubbling Shrimp sauce. For our mains we ordered the Cacio e Pepe (very good but needed more Pepe), the wood-fired low and slow Pork Shank (excellent and seemingly expensive but it worked well for six — but each sauce needed its own small serving spoon), and an order of grilled broccolini. These were excellent choices, and filling, but to be honest we ordered them partly because of confusion about which dishes are and are not shareable (suggestion: make everything easily shareable or nothing). We’ll be back.

I cannot explain how special my dining experiences have been at Etta with the reopening. Everything from incredible service, to electric music, and a phenomenal ambiance just made the experience so much fun. I went last night with my mom and our servers Kaycee and Sarah were just a blast. Their up-beat attitudes and knowledge of the drinks as well as the food made the experience so easy. Kaycee’s recommendations on main course and desserts were spot on with what we were wanting. Her wine choices were delicious and paired perfectly with everything we ordered. Etta will be a regular spot for me from now on!! ( we ordered the focaccia, lobster Gnocchetti, and Chicken Parm, for dessert we had the carrot cake, and the gluten free Tiramisu, which was hands down the best thing on the menu.)

Our 1st visit, we enjoyed most of the food . The Ceviche was the stand out, it was delicious, my husband had the pork platter, and I had the chicken. The pork was delicious, I found the chicken platter a little grainy, but not disappointing. The jonny cakes were delicious, I've never tried before, so it was a delicious treat. We enjoyed the Monday mystery cocktails!

Ordered takeout dessert. The coconut cream pie was very creamy and rich. Loved the thick Graham cracker crust . The atmosphere was very vibrant and vibey. I'll be back for more.

We were craving some Hawaiian food from landlocked Arizona, which came out as well as you expected. We ordered the breakfast sandwich, pot stickers, and hunkin burger. The pot stickers were really great. Would recommend. But the burger came out way too well done on the beef and dry. The breakfast sandwich was decent. But the hash browns tasted microwaved. Some hits and some misses. But not the worst over all. The Mac salad lacks pepper and flavor sadly.

Great food and service in a rustic atmosphere. Also very unexpected since it feels like it’s attached to a business center. Sat at the bar, bartenders were attentive and on their game. Started off with the smoked wings. Really good flavor. Then ordered a ribeye steak and a side lobster tail. Obviously was really hungry. Everything was delicious and I enjoyed the atmosphere.

I’ve had steak in New York to London and this was one of my favorite steaks of all time. It was so buttery, juicy and charred. Impeccable combination. The huckleberry margarita was delicious and strong. Between the happy hour and experience, I wish I was a local so I could hear all the time. Thank you for the experience Kaitlyn

First time here tonight (Wed). Loves it! Cozy, romantic vibe. Delicious food! Excellent service. Excited to come back!