Goldwater Brewing - Scottsdale
Goldwater Brewing's Scottsdale location is a brewery and taproom in Old Town Scottsdale. They focus on craft beers and encourage guests to bring takeout or enjoy food from occasional food trucks. The taproom is family—and dog-friendly, creating a welcoming community atmosphere. Located at the corner of Scottsdale Rd. and Goldwater Blvd., it offers parking options nearby. The venue also hosts events and provides a list of current beers on its website.
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Happy hours near Old Town
Ponderosa House
Ponderosa House is an Arizona-born restaurant occupying a beautifully restored 1924 farmhouse on Marshall Way in Old Town Scottsdale, from the owner behind the long-running Karsen's Grill. The concept blends American and Mexican cuisine under one roof across three distinct settings: a cozy dining room inside the historic house, a lively cantina bar with street views, and a secluded patio that feels removed from the surrounding Old Town energy. The space pays tribute to its history, with original 1920s flooring intact and a design that leans toward neighborhood warmth.
40 Love Scottsdale
40 Love Scottsdale offers Modern American cuisine that blends comfort food classics with French technique and Japanese ingredients. Under Chef Ryan's direction, the restaurant emphasizes seasonality and balance, creating refined contemporary expressions of familiar flavors. The venue focuses on premium hospitality and delivers both exceptional dining and acclaimed nightlife experiences. Each dish is crafted with restraint and deep respect for quality ingredients, elevating traditional American fare into sophisticated culinary creations.
Wayward
Wayward presents global fusion cuisine in Old Town Scottsdale, combining international flavors and techniques in a contemporary setting. The restaurant and bar offers an extensive menu that draws inspiration from various culinary traditions around the world. The venue features both dining and drinking options, making it suitable for casual drinks or full meals. Located in the heart of Old Town Scottsdale, Wayward provides a modern atmosphere for exploring diverse flavors and creative cocktails.
Cala Scottsdale
Cala in Scottsdale is a Mediterranean-inspired restaurant offering fresh, coastal cuisine focusing on vibrant flavors and seasonal ingredients. The chic and inviting atmosphere makes it a great spot for brunch, dinner, or drinks, featuring handcrafted cocktails and an extensive wine list. It’s a destination for locals and visitors seeking a stylish dining experience.
Bad Jimmy's - Scottsdale
Bad Jimmy’s is a high-energy burger concept that blends punk rock attitude, classic diner aesthetics, and Arizona-sourced ingredients into a standout dining experience. Founded by Phoenix native James Piazza, the restaurant is best known for its award-winning smashburgers made with pasture-raised Arizona beef, American cheese, griddled onions, and a perfectly balanced 80/20 blend. The space pairs bold music and a nostalgic red-and-white design with a focused yet creative menu that also includes rotating specials, veggie options, and indulgent soft-serve desserts. Most locations feature a full craft cocktail program, adding to an atmosphere that feels equal parts neighborhood hangout and culinary destination.
Rusty Spur
Established in 1951 as the first bar in Scottsdale, Arizona, the Rusty Spur is an authentic country western saloon, serving up cold beer and live country music with Old West hospitality to locals and visitors from all over the world including Dierks Bentley, Blake Shelton, Toby Keith, John Rich, Jake Owen, and Post Malone. Vince Vaughn and Jennifer Anniston have even been spotted at this Scottsdale destination. A walk through our swinging doors takes you back to simpler times where you'll find young and young-at-heart, rodeo cowboys and city slickers, Arizona natives and visitors from across the pond, all mingle together over great music and drinks in a fun atmosphere.
Page Updated: 05/13/2025
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