If dining out is part of your Scottsdale itinerary, get ready for a saucy and adventurous ride! From authentic Mexican fare and cowboy steak dinners to fresh seafood and haute cuisine that offers a taste of the Southwest, you’ll find plenty of flavors to savor in Scottsdale.

Behind many of Scottsdale’s favorite restaurants, you’ll find some fascinating stories that will whet your appetite for culinary adventure.  At Don & Charlie’s Restaurant, a local tradition for more than 25 years, mouthwatering steaks, prime rib and barbecue are served in an atmosphere that’s a veritable shrine to sports memorabilia. In an effort to serve only the freshest ingredients, many Scottsdale chefs are making news by growing their own organic herbs and vegetables and purchasing ingredients only from local purveyors – going green never tasted so good! And, for those with a sweet tooth, the city offers a variety of bakeries, dessert cafés and ice cream & yogurt shops, including another long-time favorite, the Sugar Bowl, which first opened for business in 1958.

For the inside scoop on Scottsdale’s culinary scene, download our Dining Discovery Guide. Be sure to also check out our dining and nightlife interactive brochure for information on late-night hot spots. And, if you feel like trying some Scottsdale recipes at home before your trip, check out these specialties from some of our most renowned chefs.