Restaurants

Olive & Ivy

Restaurant & bar serving Californian-Mediterranean fare in stylish, bustling quarters with a patio.

7135 E Camelback Rd, Scottsdale, AZ 85251 oliveandivyrestaurant.com | (480) 751-2200

SugarJam The Southern Kitchen

Bakery & bistro serving breakfast, sandwiches & sweet treats in a bright, relaxed space.

15111 N Hayden Rd Suite 170, Scottsdale, AZ 85260 sjsouthernkitchen.com | (480) 948-6210

Culinary Dropout

Cool, British-style gastropub chain with quirky decor, serving inventive cocktails & comfort food.

149 S Farmer Ave, Tempe, AZ 85281

Phone: (480) 240-1601| Web: culinarydropout.com

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Sinaloa Restaurant

Unfussy Mexican restaurant specializing in seafood, also offering many traditional classics.

45 W Broadway Rd, Mesa, AZ

Barrio Queen

Mexican standards served in a laid-back chain outlet with a bar & an outdoor terrace.

31 S McClintock Dr, Tempe, AZ

Charleston’s

Relaxed hangout serving classic pub fare, such as burgers, ribs & tenders, plus wine & cocktails.

1623 S Stapley Dr, Mesa, AZ

Chompie’s Restaurant, Deli, and Bakery

Breakfast faves, matzo ball soup & sandwiches make up the menu at this New York-style deli.

9301 E Shea Blvd, Scottsdale, AZ

Café Paris

Low-key French eatery offering a range of sandwiches, eggs, soups & baked goods.

15125 N Hayden Rd, Scottsdale, AZ

Boondocks Patio & Grill

Open hangout with indoor/ outdoor bars, local beers & pub grub, plus pool tables, darts & live music.

4341 N 75th St, Scottsdale, AZ

Hiro Sushi

Small chef-owned Japanese eatery for sake & teriyaki in an intimate setting with a long sushi bar.

9393 N 90th St, Scottsdale, AZ

Jewel of the Crown

Northern Indian fare, including tandoori dishes, served in a warm, art-adorned space with a patio.

7373 E Scottsdale Mall, Scottsdale, AZ

SumoMaya

This stylish, funky choice for seasonal Mexican-Asian fusion cuisine and creative cocktails.

6560 N Scottsdale Rd, Scottsdale

Feb 26-27

AZ Wine and Garden Party

Two-day festival to benefit The Joy Bus & two-days of wine tasting with 15 Arizona wineries pouring over 150 wines in the Garden setting at Singh Meadows along with Arts and Crafts from Arizona Artists. Find us on Facebook for details.

Mar 6

Mask Alive Festival

This festival highlights a variety of local artists in colorful masks that showcase the diverse cultures of the Valley, with dance, music, puppets, and art. Enjoy an afternoon in the park full of multicultural performances, hands-on activities, and delicious local food trucks. For more details on the event, visit culturalcoalition.com/events/mask-alive.

Apr 30

Scottsdale Jazz Festival

Downtown Scottsdale joins more than 196 global Jazz Day celebrations designated by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) and Herbie Hancock to celebrate jazz and the role it plays in uniting people around the world. Visit scottsdalejazzfest.org.

May 8

Cinco de Mayo Scottsdale

This is our annual Scottsdale Weekend Cinco De Mayo Bar Crawl, Grab your sombreros and mustaches it is time to shake your maracas off! Come prepared to take back tasty tacos and keep that Scottsdale tequila flowing with your best amigos all day long! Visit pubcrawls.com for info.

Jun 12

Mermaid and Pirate Festival

Fun for the whole family Play and enjoy options for indoor boutique shopping and themed outdoor activities with yummy food trucks. Visit eventbrite.com for details.