Clayton and Dre are darling! Truly wonderful customer…read moreservice here! I got the Mediterranean bowl modified with goat cheese and chunky tomatoes. Loved it! The champagne dressing was a little bit more vinegar than I expected so I might try a different dressing next time, but loved the salad itself. Would love if it came with a side of bread or croutons as well. Also appreciate that they have nonalcoholic bubbly, so I'll definitely have to try that next time and go back. Love all the couches and the live music on Saturday morning.

The Living Room at DC Ranch is such a comfortable, casual place for Happy Hour, dinner, wine and…read moredrinks. The name really fits because there are several different seating areas, including cozy groupings with soft couches and chairs, traditional dining tables, bar seating and an outdoor patio. There is also a separate larger room that looked great for groups. It's nice enough for a fun night out or date night, but the overall feel is relaxed and casual, so you definitely don't need to dress up. We went for a girls' Happy Hour, specifically because the Wine Wall sounded like so much fun, but one of the things I really liked about The Living Room is that you absolutely don't have to be a wine drinker to enjoy it. They also have a reasonable, well rounded menu and signature drinks. Happy Hour is weekdays from 3-6 PM. The menu offers $2 off wines by the glass, draft beers, signature and well cocktails, as well as the bruschetta and flatbreads. So one person could come for wine and bruschetta, and someone else could enjoy a beer with flatbread, or have something from the regular menu. There are salads, soups, sandwiches, sushi rolls, food from the grillI, and starters. We first shared the Artichoke Spinach Dip. I feel like the dip is a portion for one, as you can see in my photo; it's in a small ramekin, but the chips are fantastic and sharable. I had the "fried rice with steak, chicken and shrimp topped with a fried egg." The "steak" was tiny little pieces, not slices, but the portion of fried rice was very generous and filling. It's a "Starter" that was a "meal" for me. I was pleasantly surprised by how reasonable the food prices are. Now for the Wine Wall, because this is such a fun part of the experience! You're given a Tasting Card that works somewhat like a debit card for the Wine Wall. You tap the card at the WineStation, choose the wine you want and then select a 1 oz, 3 oz or 6 oz pour. Each wine and pour size has its own price, and every selection is added to your Tasting Card. At the end, the accumulated amount is transferred to your restaurant check as one "Wine Wall" charge. Our server was wonderful about showing us how everything worked. He walked us over to the Wine Wall, explained the system and dispensed our first glasses for us. Later, when he asked if we wanted more, my friend ordered another 3 oz Silver Oak and he brought it right to our table, so we didn't even have to get up again. If the Wine Wall is one of the main reasons for your visit, there are couches and tables right by it. You might want to choose that area if you plan on trying 1 oz. tastes of several wines. We enjoyed two excellent Cabernets from the Wine Wall: Caymus and Silver Oak. I had a 3 oz Caymus, a 3 oz Silver Oak, and my friend had a 6 oz Caymus and 3 oz Silver Oak. Our total Wine Wall charge was $83. We're already looking forward to returning for what will feel like a different experience by having white wine and sushi outdoors on a cool evening. I could definitely see The Living Room becoming an easy choice for a casual Happy Hour or dinner with friends.

This is a large space with a whiskey bar, another separate bar with plenty of indoor and outdoor…read moreseating. It is located on the trendy Market Street in DC Ranch, and has been a few places over the years my buddy who lives in the neighborhood told me. We stopped in to grab a bite and watch the NBA and NHL playoffs during the day around late lunch and things were pretty quiet. The space is really beautiful and has quite a bit of potential, however, due to where it is, and it's tax bracket this place has an older established crowd. If you're looking for a little more of a younger atmosphere downtown Scottsdale probably where you'll find it - not in DC Ranch lol. We had shrimp ceviche, and I tried fried hot buffalo wings, (which I had to being a born in Buffalo guy). I was actually incredibly surprised. The buffalo sauce was excellent for Arizona however, I asked for extra crispy and they were not kind of a big deal to me! I was able to get blue cheese with my wings, which is a Buffalo staple. also a note, the wings at this bar were better than most I could find in South Florida any day of the week. For lunch, we both had burgers I had a bacon, blue burger, and my buddy had a California burger. With sweet potato fries as a side. The burgers were on point! I was pretty hungry and this burger delivered as well as the wings. our service was OK, we were sitting at the bar, but not drinking... only iced tea. For dessert, my buddy ordered a cookie skillet, which is fresh made &!comes with ice cream. It was excellent! overall a great little spot great bar food and good TVs for watching the sports playoffs.

We came to celebrate a birthday, and everything was perfect! Ryan was an amazing server very…read moreattentive, friendly, and made our experience even better. The food was delicious, the atmosphere was great, and we had absolutely no complaints. We'll definitely be back!

The food, the service, and the vibe are all amazing! We called ahead to make sure the game we…read morewanted to watch (which was not a big game) would be available. The hostess and our server David went above and beyond to get our game playing. 1000% recommend!

Emma was the sweetest and kindest host I have ever worked with. She answered all my questions and…read morewas so friendly. I would totally recommend coming here just to see Emma.

DC Ranch happens to have a major grocery store in the plaza. I needed one thing from this…read moreparticular store. This is a nice shopping complex full of excellent restaurants, a coffee shop, gallery and many other businesses. Many of the restaurants have Al fresco dining as well as seating inside. Right now the weather is so nice it is nice to sit outside and enjoy the sights. The only issue is that cars are driving by. It is somewhat difficult to exit the parking lot. You cannot exit where your entered. You must exit from a north or south driveway. Ample parking and WiFi in many of the larger businesses.

One of our favorite places when visiting Scottsdale! My parents live near DC Ranch, so whenever…read morewe're out there we end up in DC Ranch, whether for brunch, dinner, and or to just shop around. On our most recent visit we brought my son to wander around to kill some time in the afternoon. He absolutely LOVED the big cat statues. There are few within the center and kids can play on them, so he thought that was so much fun. The center is very well maintained and walkable.

My husband brought me in because he had been ranting and raving about their cheese curds for well…read moreover a year. We happened to be in the area, so we stopped by! The staff were so friendly, it was a nice place. Small and simple. Nothing fancy. Their menu had pretty limited options, but acceptable for a bar food type vibe. There were only about 3 other people in there when we arrived. We were able to choose our seat, which is always appreciated! We ordered cheese curds & their half baked cookie Sunday with an extra scoop of ice cream. The cheese curds were not over exaggerated by my husband. They were amazing!!! Cooked to perfection. Words cannot even describe them. My best advice, if you like cheese curds, get over to The Spot and try these suckers out! The cookie sundae was alright. I've had much better ones in my life, but it was by no means bad either... it was good for the price. $9. Completely fair! I would not order that again. Our server was excellent, the food came out so quickly & everything was fresh & delicious!

Consistent quality and service. Staff very friendly…read more Bartenders are very good. Manager is very good. All the cooks are outstanding.

Came here for a friends birthday celebration. I remember when this space was called Gin n Reel, it…read morestill has the same vibe inside but it's been turned into a speakeasy and now serves food. The price for the murder mystery was $55 which was very reasonably priced and the drinks were tasty. I did the cipher which they bring out pen and paper and you fill out how adventurous you're feeling and they will custom make you a drink. The murder mystery experience was so interactive and so much fun! If I'm honest I'd pay just for the murder mystery but the food options weren't great in flavor. The appetizer (bacon wrapped dates) only came with two small ones, and the fig app was even smaller they looked the size of peanut size m&m's. The main dishes were also not great, the skewers were lacking in flavor and the polenta had a weird texture. The tri tip just came out without any ask to cooking temp and was overcooked (well done). The dessert was probably the best tasting of the meal and it was nothing to write home about. Overall I would go out for the murder mystery but maybe hold out for a better menu.

I was searching for a nice speakeasy/cocktail bar to get after dinner drinks for my friend's…read morebirthday and found Star 78. It was easy making a reservation. There is parking on the street or in the lot. We weren't familiar with the area so it was a bit tricky to find. It is located in the back of a coffee shop. The concept of going through the phone booth is fun. The space inside was quaint and intimate. They have a regular menu and then had a special Valentine's Day menu. I got a nice fruity cocktail that was sweet. I enjoyed it. Everything was reasonably priced. All of our drinks were pretty glittery, it made everything really pretty. My friend got a free glass of prosecco for her birthday which was nice. A good speakeasy to visit. Menu has good variety. Service was great, they ran through the menu with us and was attentive.

I've been here multiple times. It's my go-to happy hour spot when friends come to town to have an…read moreelegant night but also not break the bank (at least for happy hour) Stunning interior and friendly service. I haven't had a drink I haven't liked, you can't go wrong with any of them. The 50 first dates has become my favorite, however. For food, the milk bread is a delicious starter. The chicken tenders are also amazing. Can't wait to go back!

Unfortunately, I would not go here again. I was genuinely so excited to take my husband because he…read moreloves jazz, flapper-era music, and the whole 1920s speakeasy atmosphere. Based on how this place is described and marketed, we were expecting an intimate, vintage-feeling evening where we could sit down, have a cocktail, listen to jazz, and enjoy the atmosphere. That was not our experience. There were definitely things we liked. The location was great, the overall theme and decor were beautiful, the lighting created a great atmosphere, and we enjoyed the food and drinks. The service was also very good. However, the entertainment was a huge miss and completely took us out of the experience. We walked in and the band was performing "Genie in a Bottle," followed by other current/recent pop songs, Backstreet Boys songs, and "Creep." The singer was repeatedly screaming into the microphone and encouraging everyone to scream and make noise. At one point, while sitting in what is supposed to be a speakeasy, we were literally listening to him sing "creep" which is one of the most depressing songs of all time. It felt much more like being at a loud dive bar or country bar than an intimate 1920s inspired speakeasy. My biggest issue is that the entertainment did not match the experience being advertised. You can decorate a room beautifully and make it look like the 1920s, but when the soundtrack is "Genie in a Bottle," "Creep," and Backstreet Boys songs being loudly belted into a microphone, the illusion disappears pretty quickly. The noise level also made it difficult to simply sit, have a drink, talk, and enjoy the space. We specifically chose this place because we wanted that relaxed jazz/speakeasy experience, and that simply wasn't what we got. The cocktail selection was another disappointment. For a speakeasy-style bar, I expected a stronger selection of specialty bourbon and whiskey cocktails. The prices also felt excessive for the overall experience. On top of the already-high prices, we paid a $20 entertainment cover ($10 per person) specifically for the band. I wouldn't have minded paying a cover for quality live entertainment that fit the advertised atmosphere, but the artist was not particularly impressive and, more importantly, the music didn't fit the theme at all. There is a lot of potential here. The space itself is beautiful, the service was good, and they nailed many of the visual details. Unfortunately, the entertainment is such a major part of a speakeasy experience that it overshadowed everything else for us. If you're specifically looking for jazz, flapper-era music, and an authentic-feeling 1920s speakeasy atmosphere, I would not recommend this place based on our experience.

My husband & I visited during Restaurant Week. Although they had a great selection, we decided to…read moreorder a few other dishes -- and it was definitely the right choice. We had the Spanish Seafood Paella, and it was one of the best I've ever had. The flavors were incredible, and the quality and sourcing of the seafood truly stood out. The service was excellent, and the atmosphere made you feel like you were dining in a cozy Italian restaurant. Be sure to stop by if you're looking for amazing food and great service!

Loved the ambiance and vibe. Veggies were a bit oversalted with dinner entrees, but the skewers…read morewere so good. We ordered way too much food! I was impressed with the vibe the owner/chef inspired and loved the location. Parking was plentiful and service was top notch. This is a place I will definitely return to in the future and I can't wait to see what they have in store!

We had a really good meal and a couple drinks on a Wednesday evening. I was skeptical about going…read moreto a hotel restaurant but those concerns were unwarranted. Parking was pretty easy and the facility is gourgeous. The patio is massive and its on the East side of the building making it shady and cool in the afternoon heat. The people were all friendly and attentive. Someone is doing a good job picking the staff members. The cocktails are spendy, but they are high quality hooch, solid design, and balanced execution. I had the Rye (Piggyback) smoked old fashioned and it was worth the $18 price tag. The food is elevated pub fare. We had the dry rubbed wings and a stacked burger. The food was executed very well and the ingredients were high quality. We got what we paid for - nothing more - nothing less. My only negative is that the patio chairs were wildly uncomfortable. I would also like to see some more cocktails on the HH menu. All in all, we enjoyed our experience and plan to come back.

Barbara was an exceptional server but the food was less than…read moreadequate. I ordered the salmon and beet salad. The salmon was cooked beyond beyond grilled. Not even one ounce of moisture. So disappointing. And no one cared, Including the removal of my plate. Pretty sure when the entire salmon serving has not been eaten, there's a reason

Went to The Rooster to meet friends and celebrate a birthday, and it was a great spot for the…read moreoccasion. The Rooster has an upscale dive bar feel with a welcoming vibe and eclectic décor that makes it feel both fun and comfortable. I was told I had to try the frozen espresso martini, and it did not disappoint. It was creamy, rich, and absolutely delicious. It was definitely like a dessert! After that, I asked what other frozen drinks were on the menu and was told about the frozen orange creamsicle with vodka. Of course, I had to try it and wow, it was fantastic! Refreshing, citrusy, and perfect for a warm day. We had already eaten lunch, so we only stopped in for drinks, but all of the food coming out of the kitchen looked great. We did order the fried pickles to share, and they were very good. We'll definitely be back to The Rooster to watch a game and enjoy another frozen espresso martini or orange creamsicle sometime soon.

We went on a Tuesday night around 6:00p. Unfortunately, we had just missed "Happy Hour" :-(, but…read morethat didn't deter us from staying because we read positive reviews on both Yelp and Google. The menu touts the place as the "Luxury Neighborhood Dive" and the atmosphere and decor screams just that. While the bar was not luxurious, the atmosphere and decor epitomized "divey". We each had a burger and fries. They were tasty and a bit larger than I expected. Bingo, which started at 7p, made the place more exciting and raucous. The atmosphere during the games increased the attractiveness of the tavern and made me want to return on different days. I can definitely see why this is a neighborhood jaunt.