The 10 Best Restaurants In Scottsdale, Arizona
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Scottsdale, a city famous for its western charm, is part of the Valley of the Sun metropolitan area. From the pedestrians-only old town area to the modern South Bridge, Scottsdale is making a name for itself as a destination for holidaymakers, golf lovers and foodies. We explore 10 of the best places to eat in and around Scottsdale, from cafes to local restaurants and fine dining venues.
1. Café Monarch
Cafe, Restaurant, American, Vegetarian, Vegan
Afternoon Tea at The Phoenician
The Phoenician’s highlight offers a taste of tradition: the classic English afternoon tea. At The Phoenician resort, tea is served in the elegant beige and cream lobby along with classic finger sandwiches, scones with preserves and bite-sized sweets all looking too pretty to eat. And, of course, some of the best tea west of the Atlantic Ocean, served in delicate china cups. The Phoenician has received many accolades for their dining venues, including OpenTable Diner’s Choice Award for Top Restaurants in America 2013.
Afternoon Tea at The Phoenician, 6000 E Camelback Rd, Scottsdale, Arizona, USA, +1 480 423 2530
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2. Arcadia Farms Cafe
Cafe, Restaurant, Sandwich Shop, Pastry Shop, American, Vegetarian, Vegan
3. Citizen Public House
Gastropub, Bar, Pub, Restaurant, American, Contemporary, Cocktails, Wine, Beer
4. Olive & Ivy
Restaurant, Mediterranean
Virtu
Esquire magazine named Virtu one of the 20 best new restaurants in the USA. The restaurant is actually located in a luxury bed and breakfast, and Chef Gio Osso’s motto for Virtu is ‘honest craft.’ Mediterranean-inspired contemporary cuisine may not sound too original, but Virtu’s homemade pastas, fresh seafood and rustic herbs bring a comforting smile to diners’ faces, and a warm glow to their bellies. It is near-impossible to recommend one specific dish; the grilled octopus with fennel makes for a perfect starter, the spaghetti with Napolitana-style lamb ragout is a filling yet elegant main course, while the whole dining experience can be crowned with a portion of the velvety Virtu tiramisu.
Virtu, 3701 N. Marshall Way, Scottsdale, Arizona, USA, +1 480 946 3477
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