Barrio Queen Tequileria

This tasteful and welcoming eatery in Scottsdale’s SouthBridge complex focuses on a range of Mexican cuisine from Mexican street food to sophisticated signature dishes. The more wallet-friendly selections are what the restaurant does best, like the Arizona burrito with luscious pork green chili, a carne asada sandwich Mexicano, and 30 varieties of street-size tacos spanning […]

Belle’s Nashville Kitchen

Old Town Scottsdale has welcomed a roadhouse-style eatery and bar in the former Lulu Belle spot called Belle’s Nashville Kitchen. There’s (obviously) a Nashville Hot Chicken Sandwich, as well as Honky Tonk Fries, salads, burgers, and pecan Goo Goo Cluster brownie bites.

Ben and Jack’s Steakhouse

This upscale Scottsdale steak joint was opened in 2013 by two alumni from the famous steak house Peter Luger’s. Excellent cuts of prime beef and a nice of starters highlight the experience, which includes a classy fine-dining atmosphere, vast wine list, and professional service.

Berdena’s

Berdena’s is a cozy specialty coffee shop serving organic and local coffees, pastries, and food (when possible). Think honey lavender latte, cardamom rose, and fresh squeezed orange juice, plus quick breakfast options like cinnamon toast and smashed avocado toast.

Best of Italy

Some of the best NY-style, thin-crust pizza in the Valley. The motto is “Shut up and eat,” and we’d advise you to do so. Form follows function when it comes to atmosphere — just tables and stools and windows looking out onto the street. See, in this pizzeria, it’s all about melt-in-your-pie-hole-good triangles of mozzarella […]

Bevvy Old Town

Bevvy’s dishes include the lemon ricotta hotcake, the sweet potato protein pancake, and the brunch burger. And if you enjoy a morning drink, try the Wake Uptown with cold brew and caramel liqueur, or a bloody mary, mimosa, or Michelada. And don’t forget about drag brunch.

Bistro du Lac

Bistro du Lac’s interior features bright red walls with white accents, sparkly chandeliers, a separate bar and a bakery case; outside, a pair of patios on the man-made Lake Marguerite are set with white-linen-covered tables. The menu is classically French with some culinary tweaks. Cream of mushroom soup is served with brie-filled profiteroles; Caesar salad […]

Bistro Provence

With everything from frogs’ legs to pizza, Bistro Provence provides a French fine dining experience that will satisfy every mood. The Bistro Pizza is topped with prosciutto, mushrooms, and Swiss and goat cheeses. But the restaurant also offers the Pizza Nonni, loaded with onion confit, Swiss and goat cheese, and escargot. Yes, snails and frogs’ […]