Alice's Guide to Scottsdale
Food scene
Themes are always changing here, but they have been known to have an Alice in Wonderland vibe and some off the most fun cocktail options in town.
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Bitter & Twisted Cocktail Parlour
1 W Jefferson StThemes are always changing here, but they have been known to have an Alice in Wonderland vibe and some off the most fun cocktail options in town.
This speakeasy is a MUST on an Mad Hatter's list!
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The White Rabbit Bar
207 N Gilbert RdThis speakeasy is a MUST on an Mad Hatter's list!
Our favorite spot for tacos in Old Town! Highly recommend ordering the Brussel Sprout Nachos, just trust us on this one.
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Diego Pops
4338 N Scottsdale RdOur favorite spot for tacos in Old Town! Highly recommend ordering the Brussel Sprout Nachos, just trust us on this one.
The Hamptons meets Old Town, this is one of our favorites. If you like coffee, be sure to order to Sparkplug off their cocktail menu!
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The Montauk
4360 N Scottsdale RdThe Hamptons meets Old Town, this is one of our favorites. If you like coffee, be sure to order to Sparkplug off their cocktail menu!
One of our favorite breweries in town, and definitely our favorite in Scottsdale. Locally owned and always brewing up something new, this is a must in our book. Our tip? Head up to the "secret" upstairs rooftop patio for a sunset beer!
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Goldwater Brewing Co.
3608 N Scottsdale RdOne of our favorite breweries in town, and definitely our favorite in Scottsdale. Locally owned and always brewing up something new, this is a must in our book. Our tip? Head up to the "secret" upstairs rooftop patio for a sunset beer!
Berdenas
7051 E 5th AveFavorite coffee shop & patio scene in the area
Our tip: head there on a Wednesday night for open mic night!
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Sip Coffee & Beer
3617 N Goldwater BlvdOur tip: head there on a Wednesday night for open mic night!
We think they make the best donuts in the valley. If you have a sweet tooth, don't miss this.
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The Local Donut
3213 N Hayden RdWe think they make the best donuts in the valley. If you have a sweet tooth, don't miss this.
One of our favorite newer spots in Scottsdale! Our tip: head there on a Monday or Tuesday for their "flock together" special - bottle of wine + salad + entree for $50
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Fellow Osteria & Pizzeria
1455 N Scottsdale RdOne of our favorite newer spots in Scottsdale! Our tip: head there on a Monday or Tuesday for their "flock together" special - bottle of wine + salad + entree for $50
Highly recommend for brunch or dinner, great for large parties and special events!
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Maple & Ash
7135 E Camelback RdHighly recommend for brunch or dinner, great for large parties and special events!
James Beard nominated restaurant. Make a dinner reservation here - you won’t regret it!!
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Vecina
3433 N 56th StJames Beard nominated restaurant. Make a dinner reservation here - you won’t regret it!!
Wine Girl
4205 N Scottsdale RdThe name really says at all - such a cute and fun spot!
Great for groups, large parties, and special events! Recommend for brunch or dinner. They do a fantastic bottomless brunch (margs or mimosas). If you go for dinner highly recommend the chilean sea bass!
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SumoMaya
6560 N Scottsdale RdGreat for groups, large parties, and special events! Recommend for brunch or dinner. They do a fantastic bottomless brunch (margs or mimosas). If you go for dinner highly recommend the chilean sea bass!
Sightseeing
We love to go at sunset and walk around the gardens with a beverage. Check their website for special events - music in the garden nights are the best!
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Desert Botanical Garden
We love to go at sunset and walk around the gardens with a beverage. Check their website for special events - music in the garden nights are the best!
The canal trails are awesome for biking, running, or walking all over Scottsdale and Phoenix! If you're feeling a little adventurous, we recommend biking on the canal to OHSO brewery in Arcadia for brunch!
Arizona Canal Trail
Arizona Canal TrailThe canal trails are awesome for biking, running, or walking all over Scottsdale and Phoenix! If you're feeling a little adventurous, we recommend biking on the canal to OHSO brewery in Arcadia for brunch!
Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art
7374 E 2nd StIf you're here in spring, don't miss the opportunity to catch a spring training game here!
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Scottsdale Stadium
7408 E Osborn RdIf you're here in spring, don't miss the opportunity to catch a spring training game here!
Home of the Rockies and the Diamondbacks! Great way to spend the day in the spring watching some baseball.
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Izixeko ze-Salt River ezingenayo e-Talking Stick
7555 N Pima RdHome of the Rockies and the Diamondbacks! Great way to spend the day in the spring watching some baseball.
If you are up for it, this is one of the most popular trails in Phoenix, but it's not easy! There are two trail options - Echo Canyon and Cholla, both end at the same summit with incredible views of the valley. We love hiking this at sunrise or sunset.
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Echo Canyon Trail and Recreation Area
East McDonald DriveIf you are up for it, this is one of the most popular trails in Phoenix, but it's not easy! There are two trail options - Echo Canyon and Cholla, both end at the same summit with incredible views of the valley. We love hiking this at sunrise or sunset.