25 Best Romantic Restaurants in Scottsdale

By VI Staff on January 17, 2020

Scottsdale has a great selection of romantic restaurants for celebrating love with all the perfect ingredients for an unforgettable evening – delicious food, great wines, exceptional service, and quintessential candle-light ambiance. Thanks to the picturesque Sonoran Desert surrounding the town, Scottsdale has a distinct advantage when it comes to a romantic setting, and there are few places in the country that can match the magnificent panoramic mountain views and spectacularly colored sunsets of Arizona. Here are some of Scottsdale’s top spots to head to for a special occasion.

1.Cholla Prime Steakhouse & Lounge

Cholla Prime Steakhouse & Lounge is a classic steakhouse that offers an unrivaled fine-dining experience in an elegant and intimate atmosphere. Based in Casino Arizona, the award-winning steakhouse serves an innovative menu of traditional steakhouse fare such as Elk Tenderloin, Chateaubriand, New York Steak, and Filet Mignon, along with signature plates of Chorizo Stuffed Dates and Crab Stuffed Prawns. The full-service bar offers a wide range of libations, including a variety of wines from around the world, craft beers and brews on tap and by the bottle, top-shelf spirits, and handcrafted cocktails. Cholla Prime Steakhouse & Lounge is open for dinner only seven nights a week and has an elegant lounge for pre- and post-dinner drinks.

524 N 92nd St, Scottsdale, AZ 85256, Phone: 480-850-7736

2.Dominick's Steakhouse

Located in Scottsdale Quarter, Dominick's Steakhouse is a high-end chophouse that serves classic steaks and fresh seafood in an elegant and stylish space. The restaurant boasts a two-story, 10,500 square foot dining area with leather embossed walls lined with tasteful artwork and beautiful hand-crafted chandeliers and an intimate dining space on the rooftop next to the swimming pool. The menu features a variety of prime cuts of prime-grade beef cooked to perfection with the Chef’s signature steak toppings such as a crab cake Oscar or sautéed blue cheese; fresh seafood such as a hand-picked selection of freshly shucked oysters and Alaskan king crab; and homemade desserts like Brioche and Chocolate Chip Bread Pudding and Crispy Banana Split. The full-service bar offers a wide range of libations, including a variety of wines from around the world, craft beers and brews on tap and by the bottle, top-shelf spirits, and handcrafted cocktails. Dominick's Steakhouse is open for dinner only, seven nights a week.

15169 N Scottsdale Rd, Scottsdale, AZ 85254, Phone: 480-272-7271

3.FnB

Tucked inside the charming and historic Craftsman Court, in the heart of downtown Scottsdale, FnB restaurant celebrates seasonal and local ingredients with an innovative menu of farm-to-table fare prepared by James Beard Award-winning chef Charleen Badman. Drawing inspiration from global tastes and flavors, chef Charleen creates richly flavored, globally accented seasonal menus with dishes like Swiss chard falafel, roasted locally raised chicken, and braised leeks, topped with mozzarella. The cuisine is accompanied by a highly-acclaimed Arizona-focused wine list that features both well-known and rare regional vintages. The adjacent bar also serves a variety of craft beers, spirits and classic cocktails and hosts monthly wine club gatherings. FnB is open for dinner only, Wednesday through Sunday.

7125 East Fifth Avenue, #31, Scottsdale, Phone: 480-284-4777

4.Marcellino Ristorante

For an unforgettable romantic dining experience, Marcellino's Ristorante is one of the top picks in Scottsdale. Helmed by Chef Marcellino who brings the tastes and flavors of Italy to the Arizona city, Marcellino's Ristorante is renowned for its sublime hand-crafted Italian cuisine with signature dishes like fresh Caprese salad made with mozzarella, tomatoes, roasted pepper and homegrown basil, antipasti plates of charcuterie and cheese, Gnocchi Sorrentina with fresh mozzarella, and Insalata di Pera with a made-from-scratch lemon dressing. The restaurant has a charming dining room and a pretty garden patio for alfresco dining against a backdrop of live music and be sure not to miss the mouthwatering homemade tiramisu which is drenched in espresso and layered with creamy marscapone and unsweetened cocoa. Marcellino's Ristorante is open for dinner seven nights a week and for lunch Tuesday - Sunday.

7114 E Stetson Dr, Scottsdale, AZ 85251, Phone: 480-990-9500

5.J & G Steakhouse at The Phoenician

Based within the Phoenician resort, J&G Steakhouse is an award-winning fine dining restaurant with contemporary décor inspired by the surrounding dramatic desert landscapes, floor-to-ceiling window walls embracing spectacular views, a rich red onyx stone bar-top, and a striking glass teardrop chandelier. A scenic outdoor patio has refinished fire pits, modern string chairs, and ceiling fans, creating a soft-lit space for a quiet pre-dinner drink. The menu features prime hand-cut steaks like the Wagyu Tomahawk Ribeye, fresh seafood dishes like Alaskan King Crab Legs, and a variety of cocktail classics with innovative twists like the Fiery Mandarin. J&G Steakhouse is open for dinner only, seven nights a week.

6000 East Camelback Road, Scottsdale, Phone: 480-214-8000

6.Orange Sky

Located on the 15th floor of the Talking Stick Resort, Orange Sky is a fine-dining restaurant with floor-to-ceiling windows and spectacular panoramic views of the Valley. The restaurant is an excellent spot for a romantic dinner with awe-inspiring views and a menu and wine list to match. Orange Sky serves a creative menu of fresh seafood, prime, dry-aged steaks, and just-harvested vegetables from regional farms and local producers in the surrounding the Scottsdale and Phoenix areas. A professional sommelier advises on which wines to select from an extensive selection of top domestic and imported wines to pair with each dish, including over 300 bottles and 30 wines by the glass. Orange Sky is open for dinner only, seven nights a week.

9800 East Talking Stick Way, Scottsdale, AZ 85256, Phone: 480-850-8606

7.Roka Akor Scottsdale

Roka Akor Scottsdale is an upscale Japanese restaurant and bar that serves fresh made-from-scratch sushi, prime steak and other sublime Japanese and New American dishes in a sleek and stylish setting. The restaurant is aptly named after two Japanese words RO and KA – RO which means ‘hearth, a gathering place where people socialize’ and KA, which means ‘burning fire and projecting energy.’ The menu features prime cut steaks, fresh seafood, and freshly sourced vegetables with unique Japanese-inspired marinades and sauces, along with handmade sushi, sashimi, deep-fried tempura, and decadent desserts. Roka Akor Scottsdale is open for dinner only, seven nights a week.

7299 N Scottsdale Rd, Scottsdale, AZ 85253, Phone: 480-306-8800

8.Toro Latin Restaurant and Rum Bar

Based in the elegant Fairmont Scottsdale Princess hotel, Toro Latin Restaurant & Rum Bar is a unique dining concept that fuses Asian and Latin American cuisine in a lively and energetic rum bar setting. Inspired by Asia and Latin America, celebrity chef Richard Sandoval creates a menu of authentic Pan Latin cuisine a selection of small sharing plates of ceviche, sushi, tacos, and other delicious dishes. The share-worthy appetizers are accompanied by specialty cocktails, draft beer and wines by the glass, and live Latin music on the weekends. Toro Latin Restaurant & Rum Bar serves a popular weekend brunch against a backdrop of breathtaking views of TPC Scottsdale Stadium course's 18th hole. Toro Latin Restaurant & Rum Bar is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner Monday through Saturday and brunch and lunch on Sundays.

7575 E Princess Dr, Scottsdale, AZ 85255, Phone: 480-585-4848

9.Arcadia Farms Cafe

Arcadia Farms Café is a cozy café on 1st Avenue in the heart of Downtown Scottsdale that serves breakfast and lunch in a stylishly rustic space. Hailed as a popular spot for ‘ladies who lunch,’ the café offers a menu of organic New American cuisine prepared with locally sourced ingredients and regional produce and a variety of casual wines, and hot and cold drinks. Boasting a pretty, country cottage setting with comfortable décor, painted china and silverware, and a lovely garden patio, the boutique café serves breakfast favorites from their onsite bakery, as well as gourmet sandwiches, salads and other light meals for lunch. Arcadia Farms Café is open for breakfast and lunch, seven days a week.

7014 E 1st Ave, Scottsdale, AZ 85251, Phone: 480-941-5665

10.Bandera

Located in the heart of Old Town Scottsdale, Bandera is an upmarket restaurant that offers a comfort food experience with an exhibition kitchen where diners can watch expert chefs prepare each dish from scratch and an outdoor rotisserie where chickens are cooked to perfection. The restaurant serves a menu of new American comfort food, including signature dishes of Seattle-style BBQ Salmon, Ahi Tuna with Shitake Ponzu, Tri-Tip Steak and Caesar, BBQ Beef Back Ribs, and Grilled Pork Tenderloin. The full-service bar offers a wide range of libations, including a variety of wines from around the world, craft beers and brews on tap and by the bottle, top-shelf spirits, and handcrafted cocktails. Bandera is open for dinner only seven nights a week.

3821 N Scottsdale Rd, Scottsdale, AZ 85251, Phone: 480-994-3524

11.Cafe Forte

Nestled among the galleries in the heart of the well-known Thursday evening "Art Walk" in downtown Scottsdale, Café Forté is a charming Arts District eatery that has been serving locals and visitors alike for more than 23 years. The café celebrates the pure and simple flavors of quality local and regional ingredients by focusing on serving a seasonal, market-driven menu of farm-to-table fare and serving it in a warm and welcoming atmosphere. Open for lunch and dinner, the café offers quality interpretations of classic dishes such as Horseradish Crusted Salmon with Lemon dill sauce, Sweet Potato Enchilada with Tomatillo sauce, Gorgonzola Crusted Angus Sirloin Steak, and the Signature Café Meatloaf in burgundy sauce. The café has a warm and welcoming terracotta dining room and sidewalk tables for alfresco dining on Main Street. Café Forté is open for lunch and dinner, Monday through Saturday.

7032 E Main St, Scottsdale, AZ 85251, Phone: 480-994-1331

12.Cafe Monarch

Located in Old Town Scottsdale, Cafe Monarch is a fantastic spot for a romantic dinner with your foodie partner where you will enjoy a seasonal menu of multi-course meals which are served in a quiet, intimate space. The restaurant is known for its contemporary four-course prix-fixe menu which features dishes such as Niman Ranch pork tomahawk, Chilean sea bass, Maine lobster rolls, and Wild Mushroom Ravioli, which are paired with fine wines from around the world. The á la carte menu features mainstays such as foie gras and filet mignon, and the restaurant has a 12-seat bar where diners can enjoy a drink before or after dinner as well as a lovely garden patio for alfresco dining. Café Monarch is open for dinner Tuesday through Saturday.

6939 East First Avenue, Scottsdale, Phone: 480-970-7682

13.deseo

Located in The Westin Kierland Resort & Spa, deseo is a high-end restaurant that showcases imaginative Nuevo Latin cuisine in a stylish and sophisticated atmosphere. Meaning ‘desire’ in Spanish, deseo is decorated in bold, bright colors and has an attractive open kitchen where diners can watch expert chefs prepare creative dishes such as mouthwatering ceviches, anticucho, small sharing plates of seafood, and a selection of skillfully prepared meats basted in South American-inspired marinades. The cuisine is accompanied by a range of South American wines, signature cocktails like minty mojitos, and a variety of craft beers. For an exceptional night out, reserve the three-course "Epicurean Experience," where you can interact with your chef. Deseo is open for dinner, seven nights a week.

6902 East Greenway Parkway, Scottsdale, AZ 85254, Phone: 480-624-1202

14.Eddie V's Prime Seafood

Located near West 7th Entertainment Center and Fort Worth Botanical Garden, Eddie V's Prime Seafood Restaurant is renowned for serving a vast array of fresh seafood, including Pacific Ahi Tuna and raw oysters, along with daily-catch fish and salads prepared from the freshest ingredients. A comfortable, intimate bar serves a menu of hand-crafted cocktails, imported spirits, and an extensive wine menu curated by a professional sommelier against a backdrop of live jazz music. Eddie V's Prime Seafood Restaurant is ideal for a romantic dinner for two, but also caters for private dining and groups and is open for dinner only, seven nights a week.

15323 N Scottsdale Rd, Scottsdale, AZ 85254, Phone: 480-730-4800

15.Franco's Italian Caffe

Franco's Italian Caffe brings a taste of Italy to the heart of Scottsdale with fresh, upscale Italian cuisine and casual wines. Owned and operated by native Florentine and longtime Valley restaurateur Franco Fazzuoli, the restaurant serves authentic Florentine Italian dishes like Spaghetti Salsa Cruda, Bistecca Fiorentina, and Filet Mignon All'Arrabiata, along with specialty salads, small plates of appetizers like prosciutto and buffalo mozzarella, and the restaurant's trademark bruschetta. A comprehensive wine list of Italian and global wines is available to pair with the cuisine, along with high-end spirits, classic cocktails, and craft beers. Franco's Italian Caffe is open for dinner only, Tuesday through Saturday.

4327 N Scottsdale Rd, Scottsdale, AZ 85251, Phone: 480-481-7614

16.Mastro's City Hall Steakhouse

Located in Camelback Executive Park, Mastro's City Hall Steakhouse is a sophisticated, classic steakhouse that serves award-winning cuisine in an elegant and romantic atmosphere. One of several restaurants in the Mastro`s Restaurants, LLC group with branches in prominent cities across the country, Mastro's City Hall Steakhouse is recognized for its exceptional combination of highly acclaimed cuisine, globally-inspired wines, world-class service, and live entertainment. The restaurant serves a menu of prime-grade beef cooked to perfection, lamb chops, baby back ribs, and pork tenderloin, as well as fresh seafood, housemade pasta and sauces, fresh salads and sides, and decadent desserts. The full-service bar offers a wide range of libations, including a variety of wines from around the world, craft beers and brews on tap and by the bottle, top-shelf spirits, and handcrafted cocktails. Mastro's City Hall Steakhouse is open for dinner only, seven nights a week.

6991 E Camelback Rd, Scottsdale, AZ 85251, Phone: 480-941-4700

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17.Mastro's Steakhouse

The original Mastro’s Steakhouse in North Scottsdale is a sophisticated, classic steakhouse that serves award-winning cuisine in an elegant and romantic atmosphere. One of several restaurants in the Mastro`s Restaurants, LLC group with branches in prominent cities across the country, Mastro's City Hall Steakhouse is recognized for its exceptional combination of highly acclaimed cuisine, globally-inspired wines, world-class service, and live entertainment. The restaurant serves a menu of prime-grade beef cooked to perfection, lamb chops, baby back ribs, and pork tenderloin, as well as fresh seafood, housemade pasta and sauces, fresh salads and sides, and decadent desserts. The full-service bar offers a wide range of libations, including a variety of wines from around the world, craft beers and brews on tap and by the bottle, top-shelf spirits, and handcrafted cocktails. Mastro's City Hall Steakhouse is open for dinner only, seven nights a week.

8852 East Pinnacle Peak Road, Scottsdale, AZ 85255, Phone: 480-585-9500

18.Olive & Ivy

Located in the Scottsdale Waterfront, Olive & Ivy is a Mediterranean restaurant takes diners on a culinary journey to the South of France. Inspired by the timeless elegance of the beautiful French Riviera, Olive & Ivy exudes a bustling Mediterranean neighborhood market vibe and serves a menu of freshly baked bread, shareable plates like lamb meatballs in warm pita bread, seafood dishes like sea scallops, and handmade pasta. A curated selection of wines features over 45 vintages by the glass, which can be enjoyed in the comfortable dining room or under the shady trees on the massive patio. The bar also serves a wide variety of craft beers, celebratory bubblies, and signature cocktails. Olive & Ivy is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, Monday through Sunday.

7135 E Camelback Rd #195, Scottsdale, AZ 85251, Phone: 480-751-2200

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19.Rancho Pinot Grill

Located in the Lincoln Village Shopping Center, Rancho Pinot Grill is a casual restaurant with cowboy-chic décor that serves New American cuisine in a relaxed, laid-back setting. Established by Chrysa Robertson and Tom Kaufman in 1993, the iconic Valley restaurant serves high-end, seasonal American fare and fine wines from around the world. Inspired by the surrounding desert, the menu features dishes such as grilled quail with polenta, ricotta-stuffed zucchini flowers, spinach fettuccine, ricotta gnocchi, and grilled flatiron steak, as well as appetizers, fresh salads, sides, and desserts. The full-service bar offers a wide range of libations, including a variety of wines from around the world, craft beers and brews on tap and by the bottle, top-shelf spirits, and handcrafted cocktails. Rancho Pinot Grill is open for dinner Tuesday through Saturday.

6208 N Scottsdale Rd, Scottsdale, AZ 85253, Phone: 480-367-8030

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20.Roaring Fork

The Roaring Fork is a family-friendly restaurant that focuses on wood-fired cooking in a warm and welcoming setting. Reflecting the spirit of the Old West where food was prepared on a simple wood fire, the restaurant serves dishes of beef, chicken, lamb, and pork, along with fresh seafood and vegetarian options. The restaurant offers multiple dining experiences from heated patios and elegant dining spaces to intimate banquet rooms for private celebrations. The Roaring Fork also has a full-service bar that offers a wide range of libations, including a variety of wines from around the world, craft beers and brews on tap and by the bottle, top-shelf spirits, and handcrafted cocktails. One of three locations, The Roaring Fork Scottsdale, is open for dinner only, Monday through Sunday.

4800 N Scottsdale Rd #1700, Scottsdale, AZ 85251, Phone: 480-947-0795

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21.Talavera

Located in the Four Seasons Resort Scottsdale, Talavera is an upmarket restaurant based at the Four Seasons Hotel that offers exquisite cuisine, world-class wines, and spectacular views of the surrounding Sonoran Desert. The elegant restaurant features contemporary décor in warm hues, sand-colored walls, rich red loveseats, and cactus-green chairs, as well as a cozy glass-enclosed fireplace for fireside dining in winter. There is also a lovely patio with awe-inspiring views of the jagged Pinnacle Peak and the desert expanse for alfresco summer dining. The seasonal menu boasts a variety of New American fare, including domestic and foreign selections such as juicy, well-prepared steaks and game, like grass-fed Southwestern beef and Australian Wagyu, fresh seafood, and specialty items like locally crafted olive oil and fresh herbs, salads and vegetables from local farms. The Taste of Talavera is a six-course tasting menu and promises an unforgettable dining experience. Talavera is open for dinner only Thursday through Sunday.

10600 E Crescent Moon Dr, Scottsdale, AZ 85262, Phone: 480-515-5700

22.The House Brasserie

Tucked away in Old Town Scottsdale, the House Brasserie evokes a bygone era with a beautiful Victorian-inspired dining room, a charming tree-shaded patio for alfresco dining, cutting-edge, modern American cuisine, and fine French wines. Renowned as a place of culinary artistry, the restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience with seasonal menus of award-winning cuisine prepared by Chef Brandon Jedd, a curated list of globally-inspired wines, and hand-pressed cocktails made with top-shelf spirits. The House Brasserie also serves a Summer Lite Menu with light options in the warmer months, and the quaint restaurant is open for dinner only Tuesday through Saturday.

6936 E Main St, Scottsdale, AZ 85251, Phone: 480-634-1600

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23.Tutti Santi By Nina

Established in 1996, Tutti Santi by Nina is a family-run Italian trattoria that serves fine Italian cuisine, casual wines from Italy and further afield, and exceptional service in a warm and welcoming environment. Chef Nina Vincenti creates a seasonal menu of authentic fare with favorite dishes such as Antipasti Freddi, Mozzarella Caprese, Carpaccio Di Bue, Calamari Fritti, Tortellini Panna Rosa, Pappardelle ai Porcini and Gamberi, and Veal Cannelloni. The full-service bar offers a wide range of libations, including a variety of wines from around the world, craft beers and brews on tap and by the bottle, top-shelf spirits, and handcrafted cocktails. Tutti Santi by Nina is open for dinner only, seven nights a week.

6339 E Greenway Rd, Scottsdale, AZ 85254, Phone: 480-951-3775

24.Veneto Trattoria

Veneto Trattoria is a casual, old-world trattoria based in the Shops at Hilton Village that is modeled after the traditional trattorias of Northern Italy and brings the tastes and flavors of the Mediterranean to Scottsdale. The cozy, charming eatery serves a menu of authentic and classic Italian fare with fresh, flavorful dishes prepared with locally sourced ingredients and imported items like olive oil, cured meats and cheeses, and more. Lightly made and exquisitely served, dishes include signature plates of Baccala Mantecato - Venetian style salt dried cod served with grilled polenta, and Fegato Alla Veneziana - calves liver with golden onions and grilled polenta. A full-service bar that offers a wide range of libations, including a variety of wines from around the world, craft beers and brews on tap and by the bottle, top-shelf spirits, and handcrafted cocktails. Veneto Trattoria is open for lunch and dinner, Monday through Saturday.

6137 N Scottsdale Rd, Scottsdale, AZ 85250, Phone: 480-948-9928

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25.Virtu Honest Craft

Tucked away in the Bespoke Inn in Old Town Scottsdale, Virtu Honest Craft is a charming café that serves an award-winning menu of contemporary Mediterranean-inspired cuisine with southwestern flavors. Helmed by Chef Gio Osso, the intimate eatery is open for lunch or dinner seven days a week or brunch on the weekends and features a cozy dining room and a lovely outdoor patio for alfresco-style summer dining. The seasonal menu boasts dishes of superb seafood, hearty meat dishes, homemade pasta, and fresh salads, along with a variety of fine wines from around the world, craft beers, and handcrafted cocktails made with high-end spirits. The quaint eatery is usually packed, so make sure to make reservations to secure a table.

3701 N Marshall Way, Scottsdale, AZ 85251, Phone: 480-946-3477