This was my first time at olive and ivy and I had some questions about the menu. Needed some help digesting the menu and grabbed a server named Trace who was not our server but was so willing and incredibly knowledgeable about the menu. If Olive & Ivy were to have a Sommelier it would be Trace. Great restaurant and great service. Highly recommend for a great environment with good eats ! read more

Our first visit to restaurant for restaurant week. Wow! Amazing! The staff was amazing, food served timely, cooked fantastic. I had mussels for appetizer and short rib for main dish. Mussels were good but short rib cut with fork. My father had the bacon wrapped pork. SO GOOD! Smokey taste, perfectly prepared. My wife and brother had Sea Bass, they raved over how flaked it was and tasty. Zarina our waitress was very pleasant & knowledgeable. We will be back! read more

Teetering on a 4 1/2 star. All of the food was delicious and plated nicely. I had to take off a star because everything was lukewarm and I like my food hot.. I enjoyed the scallop dish, but it was not near where it should have been as far as temperature. I did not want to say anything, because I was with a group but normally I would like to send it back to replace with a hot dish. The polenta would have been great hot . Too bad they ran out of sea bass. It was only 6 o'clock not sure how they ran out that quickly The bacon wrapped dates were surprisingly on the cool side, temperature wise, so those were a miss. The crème brûlée was overly torched, and every bite tasted burnt. The guys loved their short ribs and pasta dish. Our server was pleasant and attentive I have to say, The espresso martini was the best I've had anywhere. I will definitely come back here for that! It's noisy like the other fox restaurants, but nowhere near as crazy-noisy as the Henry! I will be back because I do like the food. I think next time I would just tell the waitress to make sure everything comes out piping hot If they can make that happen, I could throw in another star. read more

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I visited on a date. The flatbreads were average. Unfortunately we were the last to leave and we forgot our leftovers on the table. We quickly came back and they had already thrown out our food and were closing up. They said sorry but offered NO solution. I even emailed and was ignored. Feel free to reach out to me at kahalper@gmail.com read more

This place is hands down amazing! I love the atmosphere of this restaurant upbeat and popping #amazing!! Our sever was amazing!!! Kept up with us and like 3 other larger parties!! Amazing! I give you props! The food hands down was amazing!!! The bread and pesto and the freshness of it amazing! I got a seafood brudeto I believe is what it was called. Amazing! Crab and artichoke dip amazing! Nice creamy and cooked amazing! The lamb meatballs were amazing! 10/10 hands down the best food I have had! Great job!! I also tried the scallops cooked beautifully! read more

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We tried this place for lunch. The wait was short it was busy as we went during lunch during the week. I started out with a strawberry mint yuzu drink which just missed all the flavors for me it was ok. The bread was ok some parts really tough but the pesto was tasty. I got the strawberry avocado salad. Which is very lacking in avocado there was maybe two pieces of it. I enjoyed the combination of beets strawberries and chicken very fresh. Wish it had more avocado if it's in the name it should be very present in my opinion. The lasagna was very good great portion it came with bread with was overly toasted. Great flavor on the lasagna. Service was ok nothing bad nothing great. The food did take a bit time of time to come out but maybe it was just due to lunch rush. read more

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My husband and I stopped at Olive and Ivy for brunch before a trip out of town, and we were very, very pleased! Our server was the most adorable human ever. (I'm sorry I did not catch her name!!). We split the cinnamon roll and egg sandwich and it was great! Probably some of the best breakfast potatoes I've ever had! The only reason I would give them a four out of five star review is because their Coke zero comes in a bottle rather than fountain, but definitely personal preference! I do wish they had misters everywhere outside instead of just one place along the water, but also you could sit inside as well. We will definitely be back to try other things. read more

Olive & Ivy - Cinnamon Roll! - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Scottsdale, Arizona

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Oh Olive and Ivy, what happened? We went to Restaurant Week in September 2026, one year after being blown away by their food during Restaurant Week 2025. What a difference a year made, because every single item we ordered last year was a major letdown one year later. This time around, the mussels were tiny and the butterscoth cream cake seemed to have shrunk to half the size (inflation?) The sea bass, which was absolutely amazing last year, was not as tender and the sauce (what little of it) had no depth and flavor. The beef short rib also was not tender. The main issue with the dishes seemed to have been the execution, the lack of which definitely showed this year. Our server was still great and we tried the "Infamous Espressotini" which was certainly different with cold brew versus espresso. It was good, but not infamously the best I've ever had. read more

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Again, 5 stars. We celebrated our anniversary there and our only complaint was how loud it is. We could've gone on the patio, but it was warm out there even with misters going. We started with the shrimp and calamari appetizer again. Then ordered different entrees from last time. We both liked our choices. They have unique combinations of foods and the plating is beautiful. The butterscotch cream cake was divine! Our server was friendly and attentive. Beautiful meal and evening for us. read more

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Came here with a few friends for brunch last week. We had made reservations the day before and were seated right away without any wait. We started with a round of Passion Fruit Mimosas for the table, and I got the Grilled Chicken Panini with fries. Everything was delicious, zero complaints. The interiors are absolutely beautiful, and the restaurant has such a lively, energetic vibe during brunch hours. My friends and I had such a great time, and I'll definitely be coming back. If you're looking for a beautiful brunch spot with great food and atmosphere, Olive & Ivy is a solid choice. read more

Olive & Ivy - Passion Fruit Mimosa, Grilled Chicken Panini - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Scottsdale, Arizona

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This is my second time visiting. The place is beautiful. Barrie was my server and she is phenomenal. She is very friendly and attentive. I ordered the bruschetta prosciutto and fig (I give this one a 3/5- there was barely any fig preserves on it) but the sea bass was perfect 10/10 - very fresh dish with lots of veggies. I'll definitely be back. read more

We stopped in after seeing the Titanic exhibit, and overall I have to say the food was excellent. My son and I both had the sea bass, my daughter-in-law had the bruschetta, and my wife had the pizza. Everything was very good, and the sauce on the pizza was especially excellent. Service was good -- not great, but good. The DJ actually added some nice ambience to the place and gave the restaurant a good vibe. Now here's my problem. This is a BIG restaurant. I'm not talking about some tiny little neighborhood place where they have to squeeze every table into every corner. Yet somehow, they sat the four of us right next to the server computer station, where the staff is constantly coming and going, punching in checks, picking things up, walking back and forth -- the whole time you're trying to eat dinner. And to make it worse, that table is close to the front door. This is Arizona. Every time that door opens, you get a blast of heat. I can only imagine in colder weather you'd get the opposite problem. I've been around restaurants a long time, and some tables just shouldn't be tables. That's one of them. I understand nobody wants to give up a four-top, but in a restaurant that size, come on. Move the table or get rid of it. The guest experience should be worth more than squeezing in four extra seats. The food absolutely deserves a return visit. Just do yourself a favor if they try to seat you by that computer station near the front door, ask for another table. read more

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Fish, flatbread, apps and booze. What else do you need? Olive & Ivy is lively, loud and a fun night out. Pick your poison: romantic or ridiculous. It can do both. Yours truly had the shellfish brodetto and my belly had zero complaints. Ample portions and it was perfectly cooked. I washed it all down with a Church Music IPA. Only slight drawback was that we had to wait an extra 20 minutes beyond our reservation time. Otherwise a good experience. read more

Olive & Ivy - Shellfish Brodetto* - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Scottsdale, Arizona

My husband and I went out for date night and tried this place for the first time. We were not disappointed! The service was very quick and the server was prompt. They have bread and pesto for the table and the pesto was the BEST thing i've ever eaten. The bacon wrapped dates were amazing. I am not a fan of dates but these were quite yummy!! The bruschetta was good but I would not order them again, they're very plain. Not in a bad way, but you can get this combo anywhere. The scallops melted in my mouth and they were absolutely delicious. My husband's braised ribs were delicious as well, the mashed potatoes were smooth. We wish we saved room for dessert! Highly recommend for your next date night! We made reservations the morning before and they had availability. I would recommend reservations to secure a table since this place is very popular over the weekend. read more

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Olive & Ivy had been on my list for a while as it's one of the most popular restaurants in Phoenix on Yelp. I finally stopped by for dinner on a Tuesday evening. Located in Kierland Commons on the waterway in Scottsdale, it's not easy to figure out why this restaurant is so popular. My friend made a reservation over a week in advance for 7:30. All they had available was 7:45 on the patio. I was a bit annoyed. With that being said, when I arrived, the restaurant was almost completely full. No fake hype here. I parked on the street a block or so away from the restaurant. You can also park for free in the parking garage. Ambiance (4/5): As a Fox Concept restaurant, I wasn't surprised that the ambiance is nice. It's a large restaurant with a large patio. They say that they're bringing the French Riviera to you. Maybe not quite, but still definitely a pleasant restaurant with nice decor and sophistication without being stuffy. Service (3/5): Service was a bit lackluster. Our waitress did a good job stopping by promptly in the beginning. Toward the middle of our dining experience and the end, she stopped by seldomly. One of those situations where you're actively looking for your waitress because she's not stopping by periodically. A little more attentiveness would've helped, but outside of that, she was friendly. Drinks (4/5): I had a long day at work and I was ready to unwind. They have an interesting cocktail menu and I was torn between two choices. I ended up going with the seasonal sangria. Normally, I don't go for basic cocktails, but this is not your basic sangria. Yuzu was in the sangria which I've never seen before. Hence the seasonal aspect. It was refreshing. Outside of cocktails, they have your typical assortment of wine, beer, and soft drinks. Food (4/5): Olive & Ivy is Mediterranean fare with a California twist. They started us off with some complimentary bread and pesto sauce. Always a nice touch! The bread wasn't my favorite but hey, free is free. They have an interesting menu, just not the most appealing for my tastes. Some entrees are pretty expensive while others are affordable. There was only one dish in my mind that stood out and that's what I went with: the lasagna Bolognese. And I'm happy I did! A fusion of two classic Italian dishes. It was quite good. Reasonable portion size, though I would've liked a bit more. Flavorful with spinach ricotta and melted cheese on top. Up there with some of the best lasagna I've had. And served with a slice of what seemed to be a French baguette with melted butter. Overall, very, very good. And here's a pro tip: they have a marketplace area of the restaurant which is more of a grab and go type of spot separate from the restaurant. $4 for one scoop of the Oreo Cheesecake gelato. Thank me later. read more

My fiancé and I had dinner here on a trip to Phoenix. We were looking for a cool date spot and this place delivered! The concept of lasagna bolognese was executed perfectly. We sat at the bar and watched all the fun commotion happening while we ate. The bartenders were very nice and provided great intentional service. It was also neat to watch them prepare so many drinks with precision. Whether you're a local or a tourist, this place is not to be missed. read more

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Amazing, amazing brunch spot! They give you fresh focaccia and pesto when you first sit down, which is incredible! Their brunch options are all made fresh daily and absolutely delicious. We also ordered the French toast and the flavor is phenomenal - HIGHLY recommend. I ordered an iced latte and it was also soo good! Even for a busy weekend day, the service was great - friendly and very attentive. I would be here all the time if I lived in the area. 5+ stars all the way! read more

Olive & Ivy - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Scottsdale, Arizona

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Nice restaurant! Great services! We will be back! Food was great! We came without reservation but we been seated quick

First impression, made a reservation for Saturday 11am brunch, hostess was very friendly. Ordered some brunch cocktails on the menu, great service and drinks were made to my satisfaction. Ordered bacon wrapped dates and mussels for appetizers, too hungry and didn't take a photo but they were absolutely delicious. When it comes to main brunch items pictured, not so much. Crab cake was not at all fresh testing and too much breading for my taste. Potatoes hash was not that good, potatoes were dry. I would still go back for the service, drinks and appetizers. read more

Olive & Ivy - Country Potato Hash* - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Scottsdale, Arizona

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Came here for lunch without reservations on a Thursday and it was hopping! Luckily, got a seat at the bar. Very cool place with good food, vibes and friendly service. We got the meatballs, butternut squash flatbread and a very delish salad. Next time will try to get a reservation! read more

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I have a friend who is visiting from New York. He's more of a pasta eater, and I am a salad eater. So I thought this restaurant would be the perfect place for us because it would give him had only great atmosphere/ ambiance, and food choices. Personally, I had only been here one time before. And it was crowded, so I sat at the bar with a friend and ordered the salad that had granola and it was fabulous, so I wanted to order it again. My friend had the lasagna and loved it. I had that crunchy salad that had the granola. And sorry, I can't remember the name of it, but it was just as good as last time. We had such a fantastic server. He kept checking in on us, had great suggestions and was not a pest! I would definitely come back again. And recommend this great restaurant. read more

Olive & Ivy - I don't remember the name of this salad, but it also has crunchy granola in it, which makes for the perfect taste. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Scottsdale, Arizona

Came here for brunch during our girls trip in Scottsdale. It was great! Food was delicious and so were the drinks. They have a great brunch spritz menu! I had the eggs Benedict and it was delicious. The only bummer was they were out of their famous cinnamon rolls, but that's a reason for us to go back! Great service and ambiance. read more

I recently came here for a wedding rehearsal lunch and enjoyed everything about the experience! The bride & groom rented the private dining area. It was nice and quiet just for the attendees. For my entree, I ordered the sweet potato cannelloni. This was a sweet potato flavored pasta with roasted mushrooms and toasted almonds. It was a vegetarian dish and absolutely delicious. For dessert, I had the warm butterscotch cream cake with vanilla bean gelato. This too was great and a perfect pairing of warm & cold flavors. Service was excellent! While Olive & Ivy seems like a lovely place to dine normally, the private dining experience felt elevated. I would highly recommend this place for special events. Olive & Ivy is located in an outdoor mall area in Scottsdale, so there is no designated parking lot. However, parking garages are located nearby so it was easy to find a space. read more

Olive & Ivy - Sweet Potato Cannelloni - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Scottsdale, Arizona

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Place was a little warm temperature wise during a lunch visit. Better time to visit is when the weather cools off and you can dit outside. Place was crowded, essentially full - service suffered. Food was OK. Not a huge selection on the menu. Best feature is clause and free parking. With a small group bar seating might be a good option. read more

Finally got a chance to dine here and enjoyed my visit. Reservations are highly recommended, even on a weeknight. They have a beautiful large patio on the waterfront, which is perfect if the weather cooperates (and it did on our visit!) We tried bruschetta and loved it. My favorite was the mozzarella one, the bread on it was perfect too. My friend enjoyed the prosciutto one and we both also tried the strawberry one (the bread was a little soggy on this) For my main course I got the Japanese sweet potato bowl. It was fresh, full of flavor and light on the stomach. The sauce was creamy and the sweet potato was nice and crispy. My friend got mussels and really enjoyed them. The serving was generous. I enjoyed my strawberry mocktail and we got some delicious cherry chip gelato on our walk out to enjoy as we strolled along the river. Overall a wonderful meal, definitely a great spot to check out! read more

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My husband and I came to Olive & Ivy to celebrate New Year's Eve. We booked the reservation well in advance which made things super convenient. The dining room itself is gorgeous and they had a DJ for the event & lots of lights & balloons. It really helped bring together the exciting atmosphere. They had a prix fixe menu with great options and the pricing was very reasonable. I don't think there was a single food item I disliked. I also ordered a dirty martini which was made perfectly. The only downfall of our meal was the timing & I get it was a major holiday so it's hard to judge. I ordered a second drink which I wanted to pair with dessert but it didn't end up coming out until we were literally paying for our bill. Overall we still had a great experience & I'd definitely come back again for a regular dinner or lunch. read more

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This was a really pretty resturant in the heart of old town. Perfect location for a special night out. Service was great, even with a large party. We sat outside, and it was a nice ambiance. Portions are great size, and the apps are good size for sharing. I loved that we were able to pick 3 different kinds of bruschetta, as we were able to taste a variety! The rock shrimp tagliatelle was a big portion, with a generous amount of shrimp. Loaded with flavor read more

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Always delicious food and cocktails (even the mocktails are great). Servers are super friendly. We usually sit inside but tried the patio this time and it was quite lovely, with lots of umbrellas for shade. I will say each time we arrive, regardless of the hostess, she is not generally friendly. Fortunately we love the food, ambience and food service but it would be nice if we were greeted pleasantly since that is the first point of contact upon entering the restaurant. There is also a side cafe with an abbreviated menu, which is a nice option if the restaurant is busy or the wait is long. We haven't tried it yet but would in the future. Overall a great spot and we will return. read more

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I came into Olive & Ivy for a quick breakfast before my Papago Park electric bike tour. I placed my order and then got a number for the food. The drinks were picked up at the cashier when they called your name. The ambiance was clean and spread out. There was a whole part of the restaurant that was closed off and didn't open until lunch. I ordered a coldbrew coffee with almond milk, a strawberry protein shake and the egg sandwich. The egg sandwich had avocado, bacon, american cheese, toasted brioche, mayo; served with: breakfast potatoes however, I substituted the breakfast potatoes for a bowl of fruit. The coffee really woke me up! It was quite strong. The protein shake was also delicious. Overall, great food and a good pitstop to fill my tummy before my bike tour. read more

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Food: hubby had the Strawberry & Avocado salad with grilled chicken added (no cheese) and I had the Mediterranean Salad with grilled chicken added (no cheese). We also requested some table bread which they brought out with a pesto dip. Salads were super fresh and the combination of ingredients complimented one another. I really liked the citrusy dressing on the strawberry salad and I would get that next time. Service: we sat at the bar and the bartenders were very attentive with checking in us and refilling water. Ambiance: the place was packed for lunch on a Friday. I wish they had a location in Henderson, NV as I would love to try more of their dishes! read more

This is a popular restaurant, and you can tell from the minute you walk inside! My favorite feature was the lighting, specifically the glass lanterns all along the ceiling. We were seated in a comfortable booth. We did wait until our reservation time, but were seated right away. Before we were seated, we decided to get drinks at the bar and enjoy them in their outdoor seating area in front of the restaurant. There's multiple tables and chairs just outside the entrance and they are well protected from any weather. We enjoyed their Espressotini (one of the best Espresso martinis I've ever had!), the La Flora (deliciously fruity), and the Old Fashioned. All were exceptional cocktails with beautiful garnishes! For appetizers, we shared the smoked salmon bruschetta (they kindly cut it into 3 pieces for our group), the arancini, and the Brussel sprouts. Our waitress, Barrie; recommended the Brussels sprouts, and I'm so glad she did--they were AMAZING! For dinner, we had the grilled artichoke flatbread (great crust!), the chicken scallopini, and the seafood medley with black pasta in a tomato broth-sauce. The flatbread was crispy with a good amount of cheese, and the dollops of goat cheese and piquillo pepper jam were the perfect toppings. The chicken was perfectly cooked and had lots of gooey cheese. The tomato sauce on the seafood medley was light but flavorful, and the pasta was cooked perfectly al dente. During dinner, we enjoyed a bottle of Sangiovese which was smooth and a light but bold red wine. My dad also had the spicy margarita, which definitely has a KICK but is tasty. Finally, we shared the lemon cake which Barrie kindly put a candle in and the plate said "Happy Birthday!" In beautifully piped cursive. We also had the creme Brulee, and even though it's not a go to dessert for me; it was fantastic! It had the perfect crunchy crack of sugar and an assortment of berries. The portion was a pleasant surprise too! We will definitely be returning! If you dine here, make sure to ask for Barrie -- she is so sweet and did an amazing job serving us! This is a great place to celebrate birthdays for adults! It can be noisy, so keep that in mind. We highly recommend dining at Olive & Ivy! read more

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So good and one of my favorite spots In Scottsdale! Top tier Mediterranean food with fresh ingredients. They have a great happy hour and coffee shop. Upscale, but not fancy. The service is excellent and they go above and beyond. The patio is gorgeous on the Scottsdale Waterfront and the dining room is chic. The drinks and wine list are top tier. The flat breads , bruschetta and pastas are my favorites. read more

Dropped in without a reservation during peak dinner hour, we were told the wait would be over an hour but they somehow got us a table in under 15. Despite being mobbed, the staff were relaxed and efficient, checking in on us frequently and ensuring our meal went without a hitch. Food was absolutely delicious. Great GF options and awareness. Our table next to the canal gave us a beautiful view of the sunset. Great date night experience. read more

Holy good food! The plates here were ALL PHENOMENAL! So good! You're going to want to try everything! We went back again while in town! I devoured everything! Either inside or outside, you have beauty and charm! The servers were great! Very helpful and personable! Go now! read more

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Went here for my friend's birthday with a group of 13 and our experience was so awesome! Our server Dehlia was attentive and even brought us all out a little surprise for the bday celebration which was so nice! The drinks were awesome, I got the espresso martini but the sangria, Sangiovese, watermelon spritz and Athena's daisy with mezcal were all also great! For apps I got to try the white truffle prosciutto pizza and crab artichoke dip, both very delicious. For dinner I tried the short ribs (delish but could've had more sauce) and my husbands chicken scallopini, so flavorful. It was packed for a Monday night but they handled a big party like a pro! Would def go back! read more

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I wish I knew the waitress' name because she deserves the praise (and potentially an Oscar). We were a big party of I believe 16 or so for a work dinner. Not only did she take the time to help me prank my bosses, but she was incredibly sweet, helpful with the menu and always checked if we needed anything or more drinks. The seabass was so delicious and the prosciutto app and arancini app were both incredible. Highly recommend the espresso martini and sangria! Sangria is on the sweeter side but great flavor. Would absolutely recommend this spot. read more

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Loved the ambiance of this spot. I love outdoors and indoors seating options. The cocktails were delicious and the food was great. We enjoyed the service they provided. read more

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We came here because the lines were way too long at other brunch spots & im honestly so glad we did! I had the crab cake eggs Benedict which was to die for! The pesto aioli that comes with the bread is delicious! I had the berry mimosa & it was super crisp! read more

Olive & Ivy - Fresh Berry Mimosa - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Scottsdale, Arizona

We had a wonderful dinner and thoroughly enjoyed our experience! The mussels were absolutely amazing, fresh, flavorful, and easily one of the highlights of the meal. They don't have a dedicated kids' menu, but they were accommodating and offered simple options like noodles with butter or red sauce, which was great for our kids. My husband ordered the cheeseburger, and it was delicious, juicy, flavorful, and cooked perfectly. I ordered the shellfish brodetto, and I highly recommend it! It was packed with seafood and had incredible flavor. Overall, great food, great experience, and we highly recommend Olive and Ivy. read more

Olive & Ivy - Great ambiance! - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Scottsdale, Arizona

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I'm not sure what happened, but the to-go section was a nightmare. There were only two people ahead of me, yet we still waited nearly 40 minutes--if not an hour--just to place an order. The only reason we stayed was because it was getting late and we didn't feel like going anywhere else, but we were starving. Unfortunately, the food didn't make up for the wait. What I ordered wasn't tasty at all; the chicken tasted like it came from a can and was simply tossed into macaroni noodles. Even the tiny slice of bread that came with the meal was unappealing. Overall, I would suggest dining in rather than ordering to-go. I've tried to enjoy takeout from here a few times and haven't had a great experience. The staff are nice, but the service is extremely slow, and once again, the dish we ordered was not something I'd recommend. In closing: Parking is usually easy to find, as there is always someone pulling out but also there's a free underground parking garage here as well...which is super creepy to park in. Lol You're best finding street parking. read more