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Scottsdale Guide

By now, you know I am obsessed with this little desert of mine :) … Scottsdale is my home! It feels so good to say that and to be back here! I get asked all the time where to stay, eat, drink, spa, workout, the works so let’s get to it! 

Where to stay/Spa

Picking a spot to stay is always crucial to your trip - you want to make sure you’re in a good location, close enough to get everywhere, but also not in too loud of spot, etc. Here are my favs! 
  • The JW Marriott - Scottsdale - great location, great spa, great overall ambiance
  • The Hyatt Gainey Ranch  - love the pool here, location, and spa 
  • The Princess - this is a little further North but it’s beautiful and also have an amazing spa
  • The Scott - this is trendier and closer to Old Town so you will be by the restaurants and bars 
  • The Andaz - same thing this is pretty central 
  • The Phoenician - this has my heart and is by far my FAV ... not sure if it's the palm trees driving in, the pool, or the spa, but it just gets me! Also, very central! 
  • The W - this will be rowdier than most and is in the heart of old town but has an awesome roof top pool and deck 
  • The Four Seasons - this is far North but ultimate relaxation area if you are looking for a quiet stay 
  • The Now - it’s not a hotel but a place to get massages and honestly it’s fab - it’s like an upscale massage envy! 

Where To Eat and Drink

Breakfast/Coffee/Smoothies

  • Butters - this is your typical breakfast place, but I am just obsessed lol! The pancakes are so good and it's right by my favorite pond so I get coffee after and walk around - the banana cream pancakes are fire - they do not serve alch though FYI 
  • Farm and Craft - great for brunch, lunch,  casual dinner, and drinks - it's in Old Town 
  • Prep and Pastry
  • The Montauk - cute brunch spot and good for drinks - let’s be honest you are going for the scene and the vibe not the food - it's in Old town
  • Breakfast Club - This place is in Old Town and super great for coffee, brunch, the works - I believe they sell mimosas, etc.
  • Morning Squeeze - same thing in Old Town and pretty typical breakfast place 
  • HASH Kitchen - they have a make your own bloody bar and the food is ok
  • Sumo Maya - FANTASTIC BRUNCH! OH and dinner oh and margaritas!! 
  • Francine - better for dinner but they do have a brunch - more of a vibe than for the food 
  • Chopped shop - more smoothie bowls and juices - good for lunch and casual dinner - it’s in Old Town 
  • Maple and Ash - for brunch 
  • The Henry - the BEST coffee and vibe - great for breakfast, lunch, and dinner! 
  • Berdenas - good coffee - pretty strong, but the avocado toast is FAB
  • Press Coffee - great lattes 
  • Cartel Coffee - really good coffee in the heart of Old Town 
  • Nekter - great acai bowls, smoothie, juices 
  • Kaleidoscope - great for healthy snacks, bowls, and smoothies 

LUNCH

  • Farm and Craft 
  • Chopped Shop
  • Olive and Ivy
  • Arcadia Farms and Cafe 
  • La Grande Orange 
  • Luci’s at the Grove
  • OHSO
  • The Henry
  • Chelsea’s Kitchen
  • Flower Child 
  • Green House - good for lunch and dinner 
  • Postinos - good for lunch or dinner 
  • Modern Market
  • Tocaya - upscale chipotle 

Dinner

  • Olive and Ivy - everything is good here .. the sweet potato canneloni is like nothing you will ever experience! It's extremely sweet, but soooo good! 
  • Sumo Maya - the best margaritas, love all the rolls, the bacon wrapped dates are amazing too! 
  • Postinos - the best bruschetta boards and wine specials 
  • STK - I've only been here in Vegas, but pretty much typical steak house
  • Steak 44 - same thing as above pretty typical 
  • Francine - I love Francine for dinner more than brunch .. they have really good apps, fish dishes, and wine
  • Zinque - never been honestly, but have heard good things 
  • Nobu - IYKYK 
  • Toca Madiera - this place is wild lol! It's a VIBE for sure .. you will most likely have to wait and food typically takes a long time - everyone is obsessed, but personally it's not my vibe - it's better for like a bach weekend! 
  • Ocean 44 - love the ambiance and overall 10/10 food 
  • The Henry - hands down one of my favs - legit can't go wrong with anything here! 
  • Blanco - great options for tacos, margs, and fajitas 
  • T Cooks - they have a good menu 
  • El Chorro - perfect for a family dinner or can be a little romantic since you have a good view of Camelback mountain
  • Green House - everything is good here - I love the kale salad 
  • Northa Italia - same thing - really can't go wrong here 
  • The Mission - FAB margaritas 
  • Grass Roots - my mom's favorite - it's a go to 
  • Twisted Grove - same thing - pretty standard menu but a solid choice 
  • Fat Ox - I love the bar here - it's a cute spot and good menu 
  • True Food - typical healthy, easy spot 

DRINKS

  • AZ88 - martinis lol 
  • Hula - all fun drinks
  • The Montauk
  • The W rooftop
  • Beverly On Main
  • Wine Girl
  • Whiskey Row
  • The Bevy
  • Maya Day Pool
  • Bottled Blode
  • The District

Workouts

  • Movement By MK - duh lol take a virtual class with me, book a bach, or let’s hang! 
  • BODI - this is my friend Nikki’s gym - she’s a boss babe and I love her classes - you can pick SWEAT or STRENGTH 
  • The Madison - party on a bike spin 
  • Power and Flow - spin classes
  • Yogasix 
  • Camelback Mountain - my favorite hike, but don’t say I didn’t warn you! This hike is NO joke and is HARD  … most people take 45-hour to get up and then the same down. Make sure you bring water and eat before or bring a bar 
I could go on and on about Scottsdale, etc. but I hope this gives you a little guidance as you explore this city of mine! Regardless of what you do here, you will have fun! It’s a blast! DM me if you come visit or used any of my reccos! 
XOXO