By J. Martin Harris on July 29, 2026 5 STAR REVIEWS, RESTAURANT REVIEWS, RESTAURANTS

Luna by Giada Luna by Giada is one of Scottsdale’s most talked-about dining destinations, bringing celebrity chef Giada De Laurentiis’s signature style of Italian cooking to the desert. Located inside Caesars Republic Scottsdale, Luna combines the elegance of a luxury resort restaurant with the warmth and familiarity of Italian hospitality. Since opening, it has […]
By Editor at Large on February 5, 2026 RESTAURANT REVIEWS, RESTAURANTS

Culinary Dropout Scottsdale Culinary Dropout in Scottsdale is a casual‑upscale American gastropub with scratch comfort food, a big bar, and live‑music / game‑day vibes at the Waterfront and at Scottsdale Quarter. Basics Locations in Scottsdale: Culinary Dropout Waterfront (Old Town/Scottsdale Waterfront, near Scottsdale Fashion Square). Culinary Dropout at the Quarter (Scottsdale Quarter in North Scottsdale). Vibe: Lively, social, […]
By Editor at Large on February 5, 2026 RESTAURANT REVIEWS, RESTAURANTS

Scottsdale Restaurants Old Town Here are some strong options in and around Old Town Scottsdale, grouped by style. Old Town standouts Citizen Public House – Upscale gastropub doing creative New American dishes (famous chopped salad, short ribs, fondue) plus excellent cocktails and whiskey. It’s a top dinner pick right in the 5th Ave area. FnB Restaurant – Small, chef‑driven spot […]
By Editor at Large on February 5, 2026 RESTAURANT REVIEWS, RESTAURANTS

Best Restaurants in Scottsdale Here are some of the best‑regarded restaurants in Scottsdale right now, across different styles and price points. Top fine‑dining picks Cafe Monarch – Prix‑fixe New American tasting menus in a chandelier‑lit Old Town house; very romantic, reservation‑only and often cited as Scottsdale’s top special‑occasion spot. Ocean 44 – Splashy steak and seafood restaurant near Fashion […]
By Editor at Large on February 5, 2026 5 STAR REVIEWS, RESTAURANT REVIEWS, RESTAURANTS

Best Scottsdale Restaurants Here are some of the best‑regarded restaurants in Scottsdale, across fine dining, upscale casual, and fun local spots. Fine dining and special occasions Cafe Monarch – Multi‑course prix‑fixe New American in an elegant, chandelier‑lit Old Town house; one of Scottsdale’s top romantic, special‑occasion destinations. Ocean 44 – Splashy steak and seafood house with raw‑bar towers, […]
By Scottsdale Lifestyles Magazine on November 20, 2013 BUSINESS, EVENTS, NEWS, RESTAURANTS, VIDEOS

Barro’s Pizza Holds Second Annual Barro’s Pizza Holiday Hunger Fight PHOENIX – Nov. 1, 2013 – With 15 percent of Arizonans 100 percent below the poverty line, local and family-owned pizzeria, Barro’s Pizza is on a mission to fight hunger in the Valley. On Tuesday, Dec. 3, 2013, the Second Annual Barro’s Pizza Holiday Hunger […]
By Scottsdale Lifestyles Magazine on November 19, 2013 ART AND CULTURE, ENTERTAINMENT, EVENTS, NEWS, SHOPS

HO, HO, HO — RIBBONS & BOWS SMALL WORKS HOLIDAY SHOW! Kickoff the holiday season with us! On The Edge Gallery presents “Ribbons & Bows Small Works Show”, opening on Thursday, December 5th for the Holiday ArtWalk from 6 PM to 9 PM. The “Ribbons & Bows Small Works Show” will continue hanging through December […]
By Scottsdale Lifestyles Magazine on September 25, 2013 ENTERTAINMENT, EVENTS, RESTAURANTS, VIDEOS

“Westoberfest” at Pinnacle Peak Patio, Saturday, October 5. Doors open 2 pm. Live music starting at 4pm with Tommy Ash Band, followed by Young Country. FREE admission! Lots of fun, entertainment and food. Since 1957, Pinnacle Peak Patio Steakhouse, located at the base of Pinnacle Peak in Scottsdale, Arizona, has been serving award-winning mesquite grilled […]