Food & Nights Out

Restaurants and bars with a view in Scottsdale.

A table with a view is one of the best parts of an evening in Scottsdale: Camelback Mountain turning red at sunset, the McDowell Mountains on the horizon, or the desert stretching out past a patio. These are the spots worth booking, grouped by area so a group can pick one near its plans.

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Near North Scottsdale

  • •Onyx Bar: a patio overlooking the main courtyard at Four Seasons Resort Scottsdale at Troon North, with a quiet desert setting.
  • •Volanti: in North Scottsdale, overlooking the Scottsdale Airport runway and the nearby McDowell Mountains.

For daytime options close to the house, see North Scottsdale lunch spots and restaurants with a view.

Old Town rooftops and city views

  • •Wolf by Vanderpump: on the 7th-floor rooftop of Caesars Republic Scottsdale, with views of Camelback Mountain.
  • •Outrider Rooftop Lounge: on top of the Canopy hotel in Old Town, with views of the city and Camelback Mountain.
  • •AZ88: floor-to-ceiling windows and a patio overlooking the Scottsdale Civic Center.

For the rest of the evening, see Old Town on foot.

High views and resort patios

  • •Orange Sky: on the 15th floor of Talking Stick Resort, looking over the city, the Sonoran Desert or the McDowell Mountains.
  • •Weft & Warp Art Bar + Kitchen: at Andaz Resort & Bungalows, with desert views beyond the patio.
  • •Jade Bar: at Sanctuary on Camelback Mountain, looking out over Paradise Valley.
  • •Rusty’s at The Short Course: at Mountain Shadows, overlooking the short course with views of Camelback Mountain.
  • •Lon’s Last Drop: at the Hermosa Inn in Paradise Valley, with desert views.
  • •J&G Steakhouse: at The Phoenician, known for its sunset views.

Frequently asked questions

Which Scottsdale restaurants have a view of Camelback Mountain?

Rooftops in Old Town, such as Wolf by Vanderpump at Caesars Republic Scottsdale and Outrider Rooftop Lounge, look toward Camelback Mountain. Rusty’s at The Short Course at Mountain Shadows also has Camelback views.

Is there a restaurant with a view near North Scottsdale?

Yes. Onyx Bar at the Four Seasons at Troon North and Volanti, which overlooks the McDowell Mountains, are the closest of these to North Scottsdale.

Do I need a reservation for a table with a view?

For sunset, yes. Book ahead and ask for a window or patio table, especially for a group.

Venue details are from Experience Scottsdale, the city’s official tourism office, and Caesars Republic Scottsdale. Check hours and reservations with each venue before you go.

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