Very vibey speakeasy next to Elephante! The atmosphere is definitely the highlight here - great for…read morea romantic evening or just to show off some of what old town has to offer. The bartenders are great and have good suggestions. Prices are a little high (on brand for the area) and the drinks are pretty good. Solid spot for a good drink and classy atmosphere.

Great cocktail bar with entertainment. We went on a Thursday night for the live jazz before our…read moredinner reservation. We enjoyed a few small plates that were delicious! They also bring you a little assortment of snacks while you drink. The ambiance was sophisticated and moody.

Outrider is the best spot in scottsdale! We were able to watch the sunset with amazing drinks made…read moreby our super friendly and attentive bartender Tony! His drinks were so great we returned the next day because we couldnt stop thinking about them!! Highly recommend this spot and the spicy marg!!

We went to Outrider for Sunday brunch because the reviews claimed it was the most spectacular…read morerooftop spot and the best place for brunch. Honestly, I have no idea how it got those reviews. Maybe they're paid, I'm not sure, but based on my experience I would not go back. The biggest issue was the service. We arrived and were told to sit anywhere we wanted. After sitting down, we waited about 20 minutes and no one ever came to our table. No greeting, no water, nothing. Eventually I had to walk up to the bar and ask what the procedure was. Do we order at the bar? Do you have table service? No one could give a clear answer. They just kept saying, "If you want, you can order here." That's not the point. If I sit down at a restaurant, I expect someone to come to the table and explain how things work or take our order. If the system is that you order at the bar, just say that clearly so people know what to do. The drinks were also very mediocre. Nothing special at all. Honestly, they tasted like something you could throw together at home with soda, alcohol, and ice. The surprising part is that the food was actually phenomenal. The kitchen clearly knows what it's doing. The dishes were delicious and probably the best part of the entire experience. But great food alone isn't enough to make me return somewhere with poor service and forgettable drinks. My recommendation is don't waste your time on a Sunday brunch. There are plenty of other brunch spots with good food and good service.

I was in Old Town Scottsdale for Scottsdale Art Walk and ended up checking out Goldwater Brewing…read moreafter checking out some art. While it's not in the heart of Old Town, it's within walking distance. We stopped by on a Thursday around 9:30 p.m. While we were on foot, I noticed that they have a parking lot. Ambiance (4/5): Relatively small for a brewery, but your typical chill, brewery vibes. They have some seats at the bar, some high tops, and a small patio. We sat out on the patio since the weather was nice. The seats out there are a bit uncomfortable, but we couldn't pass up on patio weather. They have free water in the corner which is always a plus so you don't have to wait in line. Service (5/5): The bartender working was super nice. It's always appreciated when servers go above and beyond in providing a great experience. He was friendly, efficient, and attentive. I couldn't have asked for more in my service experience at Goldwater. He exceeded my expectations. Food (N/A): I already ate previously so no food for me. There was a Mexican food truck in the parking lot. Drinks (4/5): I love trying local brews. At breweries, I typically get a flight so I can try out a variety of beers. This time though, I went with a pint. I couldn't say no to the Sour Rangers. I grew up watching the Power Rangers, so that was all the motivation I needed. An added bonus was that this beer is a sour. Not something you have every day, nor a style of beer that you come across very often. So I had to take advantage of the opportunity. And it was a good one. Goldwater is my type of place. I'd definitely return the next time I'm in the area!

Goldwater Brewing is a great find!…read more We had family in town who love visiting local breweries so we found Goldwater on Yelp and decided to give it a try! Goldwater has indoor and outdoor seating options. It was a warm day so we sat inside at the hi-top. I didn't see food options available but it is located next to a few restaurants. My husband and friend enjoyed their beer flights and since I don't drink beer, I was happy to see a cooler with wine and other options such as white claw, etc. the beer was poured directly from the fermenter tank. The staff were very friendly and explained they had to open the wine bottle and make the first pour which was fine with me. We look forward to coming back in the near future.

The Dodo is definitely a gem in this area. Its decor is beautiful and very intimate. There are…read morebeautiful paintings and pictures on each wall and the lights are super cute in the bar and eating areas. There are also lots of plants around to offer a balance of green and brown to the scenery. During our time here, there was a large party taking about half the dining area so the service times were impacted. We came in as a party of 5 with a wait time of about 20 minutes. This was totally fine since we did not have a reservation. During the wait, we partook in their game area which helped us pass the time. All the games were fun, free, and open! Our food was pretty good. I ordered the wings, Caesar salad, and broccolini. The wings were of good size and flavor. The Caesar salad was pretty decent, but the amount of lemon in the dressing was a bit overpowering. I was making pucker faces as I was eating and let my girlfriend finish the salad. She agreed that the lemon was much stronger than other salads, but she enjoys lemon so she was okay with it. I tried her Wagyu cheeseburger (happy hour meal) and unfortunately both of us felt like the meat itself was lacking lots of flavor. My sister ordered the OG chicken sandwich and she said it needed more sauce for flavor. I will confidently say my favorite food of the night was broccolini. The cook was perfect and the flavor was great! I would recommend that side to everyone! As I stated before, there was a large party during our meal, so service time was admittedly slower than expected and we had to remind our server to bring us spoons for our desert, for a to go box, and for a water refill. Since it was busy and packed, I understand it could be difficult so I won't judge it too harshly. I will say one of the food runners, Shaye, supported our table and was very kind and understanding when we flagged her down for something. She really made our experience that much better with her attitude and speed! Given all of the information above, 4/5. Improvements on the food would make it 5 stars for me.

Went back again for their steak frites special ($20 on Mondays and Tuesdays 3pm-close). We had kind…read moreof a large group (11) without a reservation (which we should have but it was not a planned event). They were able to accommodate us although the hostess was a little rude as we could've just went somewhere else if there was no room. All of us ordered the steak frites and a lot of ours had really big fat pieces so there actually wasn't much "meat." In comparison to the first time we went here, the steak the first time was much better. They also changed the chimichurri recipe which was needed and was really good this time. A few people got the dole whip boozy marg. They said it was a 3/5 as it was inconsistent drink to drink, ex: one got cherry, one didn't; one was more watery than another one. They said they wouldn't get it again. Overall it was a little disappointing compared to my first visit, especially with most of us only being able to eat half our steak. They also changed the plating to the wooden boards which were kind of warped so when we were cutting our steaks, it was shaking the table a lot.

Great little local dive bar that's been around since 1959 and probably looks the exact same as on…read moreopening day. Great outdoor patio with misters and tvs to watch games. They also pour a very stiff drink!

Cute dive bar in Scottsdale…read more I like to pop in around the holidays for some festive fun. The place is decorated throughout the winter months and is usually crowded. Seams to be a lot of regulars. I find both the bar staff and security staff to be friendly. Don't expect to find a nice wine or any but they have plenty of beer and can make most cocktails. They do have mini bottles of Cook's sparkling wine if you are looking for some bubbles but no prosecco. Hit it up for the holidays for the lights and fun crowds.

We happened upon this during happy hour and were planning to stop, have a drink and regroup after…read morefinding out the place we wanted to eat at near by had closed. We were quickly brought to an outside table, greeted by the owner Tao and a waitress and ordered a happy hour drink. looking at the HH food specials, we decided to give it a whirl. We were pleasantly surprised how good it was for a dive bar! we had the smash burger and the Alright Alright Alright - both were big portions, enough to split. Great service, hospitality, food, drink and prices! We go out early since we like a quieter calmer atmosphere and we also got that here.

Service was great. Super friendly bartender. It really is a club and the food kinda reflects it…read more The smashburger wasnt a smashburger, more or a high school lunch burger. Flavor was good just not good patties. The potato salad has potential but could use more texture and less oil base. Would come back for drinks but not for food unless I was in a late night pinch. If you want a true smashburger go around the block.

This was such a nice hole in the wall. If you're not paying attention you'll drive right past it!…read more The Spinach and Artichoke Dip might be one of the best I've ever had, I'd come back just for that alone! The only thing is you need to ask for extra bread, the bread that was given just wasn't enough, but they made some fresh pieces just for us! The pizza crust is so crispy without even a touch of the bottom being burnt. We will definitely be back!

I've heard about Craft 64 and we spotted it while driving through old town so decided to stop in…read morefor drinks and an appetizer. The hostess was very friendly and led us back to the community table near the bar. Our server/bartender was busy at the bar and taking orders. No smile, a no- nonsense personality which is fine, just not friendly at all. My husband and friend decided to do beer flights. They enjoyed except for one of the beers they said had no flavor. I opted for a Tito's dirty martini which is my favorite drink. They enjoyed the beer flights but unfortunately when my martini was delivered, I swore the glass hadn't been properly washed as it had a sweet, coffee taste. I let our server know and she immediately took it and said she would make another which was great. I did see her grab a new glass. Unfortunately the new martini tasted exactly the same. Almost like a terrible espresso martini with olive juice. It was not drinkable. Either she didn't know how to make a dirty martini or the olive juice or vermouth went bad. I couldn't stomach the drink and felt nauseous so left it. We ordered a Chef's Board. Cheese selections, plus pepperoni, salami, prosciutto, mixed nuts & fruits, olives and fig jam. They missed the nuts, fruit and olives. The meat and cheese were good but it was a basic board. We should have ordered the pizza instead as everyone around us had a pizza and it smelled delicious. Our first visit was not the best experience, however, we may give it another try and check out the pizza instead.

Came back after management invited me to give HULA'S another try, and they absolutely redeemed…read morethemselves! Huge thanks to the management and ownership for genuinely caring about their guests it really shows. A special shoutout to my waitress, Kaitlyn. She was an absolute pleasure and made the experience even better. I had the HULA'S Mai Tai, crispy coconut shrimp rolls, and fried sweet plantains. The Mai Tai and shrimp rolls were my favorites! As someone with tropical roots, I know good plantains. While they're not quite like the Caribbean, they definitely satisfied my tropical craving. The highlight of my visit was being surprised with a birthday ice cream sundae and a candle it was such a thoughtful touch. I'll definitely be back to try the tacos and the Arizona-brewed IPA. Thank you, HULA'S, for turning my first impression into a great one!

Spicy edamame and shrimp wan tons were good…read more Mongolian Beef well done. The fish sandwich with Hoki was dreadful-the fish needs to be much more firm or its mush on mush. The vegetarian mushroom dish was good. Friendly service.