Felipe & Julia’s guidebook
Food scene
Diego Pops
4338 N Scottsdale RdThe best tacos and best vibe in Old Town!
Upscale dining - fantastic for a date! We recommend the Filet or the Ricotta Agnolotti.
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Maple & Ash
7135 E Camelback RdUpscale dining - fantastic for a date! We recommend the Filet or the Ricotta Agnolotti.
Come here great vibes along good Mexican food and cocktails.
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Toca Madera Scottsdale
4736 N Goldwater BlvdCome here great vibes along good Mexican food and cocktails.
Brunch, lunch or dinner - they hit the mark with every meal. We love the lamb gyro and med salad for lunch.
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Olive & Ivy
7135 E Camelback RdBrunch, lunch or dinner - they hit the mark with every meal. We love the lamb gyro and med salad for lunch.
Upscale Sushi..Do we really need to say anything else? Just go.
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Nobu Scottsdale
4710 N Goldwater BlvdUpscale Sushi..Do we really need to say anything else? Just go.
Big Hamptons Vibes here. Great place for brunch. They also have a DJ at night on the weekends.
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The Montauk
4360 N Scottsdale RdBig Hamptons Vibes here. Great place for brunch. They also have a DJ at night on the weekends.
Dark and intimate energy. Order the table-side guac and thank us later.
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The Mission
3815 N Brown AveDark and intimate energy. Order the table-side guac and thank us later.
The best place to eat out if you are trying to be healthy. We get the Farmacy bowl with chicken!
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Farm and Craft Scottsdale
4302 N Scottsdale RdThe best place to eat out if you are trying to be healthy. We get the Farmacy bowl with chicken!
Unreal food. We love the pretzels with fondue, Pork Belly Nachos and the M.A.C. Burger. Bonus? Great live music on weekends.
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Culinary Dropout
7135 E Camelback RdUnreal food. We love the pretzels with fondue, Pork Belly Nachos and the M.A.C. Burger. Bonus? Great live music on weekends.
No other breakfast place compares. Order a Bene Duo and ask for the pancake of the day... if you're feeling wild, go for a flight of pancakes to share with the table.
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Snooze, an A.M. Eatery
615 S College AveNo other breakfast place compares. Order a Bene Duo and ask for the pancake of the day... if you're feeling wild, go for a flight of pancakes to share with the table.
Best expresso martinis & cool artsy energy. Good for a date or group dinner to start the night.
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AZ/88
7353 E Scottsdale MallBest expresso martinis & cool artsy energy. Good for a date or group dinner to start the night.
Quick n' healthy breakfast place! Order a breakfast buzz and Cali Club. We dream about this place and it's out go to for road trips that start early in the morning (like up to Sedona...)
D lite Healthy on the go
7337 East Shea BoulevardQuick n' healthy breakfast place! Order a breakfast buzz and Cali Club. We dream about this place and it's out go to for road trips that start early in the morning (like up to Sedona...)
Coffee Shops
A car enthusiast's dream with amazing coffee on the side featuring a little grass patio. There are car meet-ups every weekend.
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Fourtillfour Coffee
7105 E 1st AveA car enthusiast's dream with amazing coffee on the side featuring a little grass patio. There are car meet-ups every weekend.
Delicious coffee and quick AM bites. at. this cozy spot in Old Town. Perfect to jumpstart your morning - we recommend their lattes and breakfast sandwich.
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Berdenas
7051 E 5th AveDelicious coffee and quick AM bites. at. this cozy spot in Old Town. Perfect to jumpstart your morning - we recommend their lattes and breakfast sandwich.
If you like strong coffee and a hipster feel, Cartel has got your back. It's a small shop but has some seating space.
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Cartel Coffee Lab
7124 E 5th AveIf you like strong coffee and a hipster feel, Cartel has got your back. It's a small shop but has some seating space.
Sitting right by Goldwater Brewery, this coffee shop has a cool interior that makes you want to sit and work all day. We recommend adding Chaga to your drink here.
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Sip Coffee & Beer
3617 N Goldwater BlvdSitting right by Goldwater Brewery, this coffee shop has a cool interior that makes you want to sit and work all day. We recommend adding Chaga to your drink here.
A little hidden in the chaos of Fashion Square this is a gem! Great for a post workout coffee if you're hitting the Mountain Side gym. They also have a coffee tasting event that you should ask about.
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Press Coffee - Scottsdale Waterfront
7135 E Camelback RdA little hidden in the chaos of Fashion Square this is a gem! Great for a post workout coffee if you're hitting the Mountain Side gym. They also have a coffee tasting event that you should ask about.
Casual Bars
This local brewery has a cozy indoor bar and a large patio. Perfect for a sunny afternoon for you to bask in the sun. Pro tip - bring some cards to play on their picnic tables while you enjoy their variety of beers
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Goldwater Brewing Co.
3608 N Scottsdale RdThis local brewery has a cozy indoor bar and a large patio. Perfect for a sunny afternoon for you to bask in the sun. Pro tip - bring some cards to play on their picnic tables while you enjoy their variety of beers
Indoor-outdoor brought to life. Multiple bars, a large patio, pool tables, and often live music - you'll find yourself having a laid back drink or playing Mario Kart on the big screen.
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Boondocks Patio & Grill
4341 N 75th StIndoor-outdoor brought to life. Multiple bars, a large patio, pool tables, and often live music - you'll find yourself having a laid back drink or playing Mario Kart on the big screen.
This retro bar has a great laid back vibe provides nostalgia and comfort. They call themselves a "neighborhood joint, and for good reason: Come and play corn hole, trivia, or just enjoy some craft beer.
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The Porch
1128 E Baseline RdThis retro bar has a great laid back vibe provides nostalgia and comfort. They call themselves a "neighborhood joint, and for good reason: Come and play corn hole, trivia, or just enjoy some craft beer.
This one is a little further away but boasts an artsy dive feel. You'll find yourself sitting on high tops and playing darts or skeeball
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The Little Woody
4228 E Indian School RdThis one is a little further away but boasts an artsy dive feel. You'll find yourself sitting on high tops and playing darts or skeeball
Clubs & Nightlife
Probably the most popular day club in Scottsdale! Enjoy a variety of games - from corn hole to oversized beer pong. And don't worry - they keep it going all day into the night.
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Maya Day and Nightclub
7333 E Indian PlazaProbably the most popular day club in Scottsdale! Enjoy a variety of games - from corn hole to oversized beer pong. And don't worry - they keep it going all day into the night.
This is a Country Themed bar and it is worth the wait. You'll get sweaty on the dance floor and enjoy an intoxicating atmosphere.
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Dierks Bentley's Whiskey Row
4420 N Saddlebag TrailThis is a Country Themed bar and it is worth the wait. You'll get sweaty on the dance floor and enjoy an intoxicating atmosphere.
You are guaranteed to have fun at El Hefe with the fun energy and the random sombreros - as is only natural of a Mexican themed bar, Scottsdale style.
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El Hefe Mexican Restaurant
4425 N Saddlebag TrailYou are guaranteed to have fun at El Hefe with the fun energy and the random sombreros - as is only natural of a Mexican themed bar, Scottsdale style.
Where all the locals go on the weekends! You'll get good pizza, some cocktail bites, and a great outdoor area.
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Bottled Blonde - Scottsdale
7340 E Indian PlazaWhere all the locals go on the weekends! You'll get good pizza, some cocktail bites, and a great outdoor area.
Staying Active
If you are in the mood to break a sweat and get active we highly recommend hiking Camelback mountain! Parking can be hard so you might want to take an Uber or get there early and bring lots of water!
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Echo Canyon Trail and Recreation Area
East McDonald DriveIf you are in the mood to break a sweat and get active we highly recommend hiking Camelback mountain! Parking can be hard so you might want to take an Uber or get there early and bring lots of water!
Hike around the thumb! Remember to bring plenty of water.
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Tom's Thumb Trailhead
23015 N 128th StHike around the thumb! Remember to bring plenty of water.
If you don't want a full on hike but would prefer a casual stroll, check out Tempe Town Lake. We recommend going around sunset - you can get great views of the Phoenix skyline on the water as you walk. You can also come during the day to rent SUPs, Kayaks, or bikes.
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Tempe Town Lake
620 N Mill AveIf you don't want a full on hike but would prefer a casual stroll, check out Tempe Town Lake. We recommend going around sunset - you can get great views of the Phoenix skyline on the water as you walk. You can also come during the day to rent SUPs, Kayaks, or bikes.
Looking for an intense workout while in town? BODI is one of our local favorites. You'll pack in a killer HIIT workout with awesome music and pro instructors.
BODI
6820 E 5th AveLooking for an intense workout while in town? BODI is one of our local favorites. You'll pack in a killer HIIT workout with awesome music and pro instructors.
You're recommending a franchise? Yep. The owners here are great and the instructors know what they're doing. If you want to squeeze in a 45min HIIT session, this is a great spot in Old Town.
F45 Training Scottsdale Old Town
3712 North Scottsdale RoadYou're recommending a franchise? Yep. The owners here are great and the instructors know what they're doing. If you want to squeeze in a 45min HIIT session, this is a great spot in Old Town.