Discover Phoenix Area Restaurants With the Best Scenic Views
Arizona Restaurants With Scenic Views
We have many wonderful restaurants in the greater Phoenix area. Steakhouses, seafood, ethnic foods, Southwestern cuisine, Native American fare -- you name it, and we probably have it. What we don't have is a coastline. That is certainly limiting for people who might crave an ocean view while they dine. Add to that the fact that there are very few skyscrapers (or none, depending on your definition), so there aren't many dining spots on the 70th floor.
As a matter of fact, we don't have any 70th floors in Arizona!
If you are searching for a dining experience with a scenic view, you aren't totally out of luck. Whether it is a romantic evening out, a special occasion, a wedding dinner or just a desire to feel that atmosphere of something bigger and greater than the dining room, you have several worthy options in the Phoenix and Scottsdale areas. Many of these restaurants are considered upscale, and there may be a dress code. Most restaurants with a view are in either Phoenix or Scottsdale, but there are a few others featured here as well.
The restaurants with a scenic view on the following pages are presented in alphabetical order. Have you tried one or more of these? Let us know what you thought of it and tell us, which is your favorite restaurant in the Valley of the Sun?
Alchemy - Fountain Hills Restaurant With a Scenic View
Nestled high on a mountain ridge above Scottsdale and Fountain Hills, offering 360° views of the Sonoran Desert and mountain vistas rests Alchemy Restaurant and Wine Bar. Alchemy offers New American Cuisine and features floor to ceiling glass panels that slide completely open, revealing the mountain vistas, Valley views and Sonoran desert.
Alchemy is open for lunch and dinner. It is closed on Sundays and Mondays.
Alchemy Address:
CopperWynd
13225 North Eagle Ridge Drive
Fountain Hills, AZ 85268
Call for information or reservations: 480-333-1880
Visit Alchemy online.
Compass Arizona Grill - Phoenix Restaurant With a Scenic View
This award winning restaurant, Arizona’s only revolving restaurant, features Contemporary American cuisine. Sit above Phoenix on the 24th floor of the Hyatt Regency Phoenix and enjoy Contemporary Cuisine at its best as you are treated to 360° views.
Compass Arizona Grill is open for dinner every evening.
Read my review of Compass Arizona Grill.
Compass Arizona Grill Address:
Hyatt Regency Phoenix
122 North Second Street
Phoenix, AZ 85004
Call for information or reservations: 602-252-1234
Visit Compass Arizona Grill online.
Different Pointe of View - Phoenix Restaurant With a Scenic View
Different Pointe of View is a distinct and unforgettable dining destination that over its 25 year history has evolved into a culinary experience just as memorable as its stunning views atop North Mountain in Phoenix. Guests of this renowned, mountaintop restaurant are treated to an innovative and bold menu in a fine dining experience poised 1,800 feet above the Valley of the Sun. Floor-to-ceiling windows showcase the dramatic panoramas of the Valley’s desert landscape, the city's twinkling lights and Arizona's breathtaking sunsets.
The Terrace Room patio feels like an outdoor living room with one-of-a-kind city views. An eight-foot-tall, hand-forged iron arbor frames a cliff-edge fountain creating an ideal photo opportunity for weddings and celebrations. A nine-foot outdoor fire pit adds magic to any evening under the stars.
If you are considering a special adventure in dining at one of the most romantic restaurants in Phoenix, you might want to try a Winemaker Dinner at Different Pointe of View. Wonderful!
Different Pointe of View is open for dinner only and is closed on Sundays and Mondays.
Different Pointe of View Address:
Pointe Hilton Tapatio Cliffs
11111 North 7th Street
Phoenix, Arizona 85020
Call for information or reservations: 602-866-6350
Visit Different Pointe of View online.
elements - Paradise Valley Restaurant With a Scenic View
elements restaurant is the heart of the Sanctuary on Camelback Mountain food and beverage operation, offering farm-fresh American cuisine with Asian accents that is simple and elegant. Fresh, local ingredients are procured from a network of artisans and organic farmers for menus that change monthly to reflect seasonal harvests. Food presentation at elements is as compelling as the ruggedly beautiful landscape that surrounds diners through floor-to-ceiling windows on three sides of the restaurant.
elements at Sanctuary on Camelback Mountain serves breakfast and lunch every day but Sunday. Brunch is offered on Sundays. Dinner is served every day.
elements Address:
Sanctuary on Camelback Mountain Resort & Spa
5700 E. McDonald Drive
Paradise Valley, AZ 85253
Call for information or reservations: 480-948-2100
Visit elements online.
Read my review of Sunday brunch at elements.
Planning a wedding or romantic getaway? Read a review of Sanctuary on Camelback Mountain Resort & Spa.
Geordie’s Restaurant at Wrigley Mansion - Phoenix Restaurant With a Scenic View
Enjoy dining at Geordie’s Restaurant and Lounge within The Wrigley Mansion. Geordie’s offers a dining experience that is anything but ordinary. With breathtaking views of the city and a choice of casual or upscale dining, you are guaranteed to have a memorable experience. Geordie's describes their dinner cuisine as a fresh, new, artful American menu.
Geordie’s Restaurant serves dinner Wednesday through Saturday evenings, lunch Wednesday through Saturday and offers Sunday brunch.
Geordie's Lounge also has dramatic views, and is open Wednesday through Saturday evenings. Check online or make a reservation first, since Geordie’s makes seasonal changes to the schedule.
Read my review of dinner at Geordie's at the Wrigley Mansion Club.
Wrigley Mansion Address:
2501 E. Telawa Trail
Phoenix, AZ 85016
Call for information or reservations: 602-955-4079
Visit Wrigley Mansion online.
The Grille @ Eagle Mountain - Fountain Hills Restaurant With a Scenic View
Located in Fountain Hills, on the slope of Eagle Mountain, The Grille @ Eagle Mountain offers a panoramic view of Scottsdale and the East Valley. The Grille is associated with the Eagle Mountain Golf Club.
The Grille is open daily for breakfast, lunch and late afternoon appetizers. A special buffet dinner is offered every Wednesday evening. Check online for occasional Gourmet Wine Dinners and Dinner & a Movie nights.
Of course, they can arrange weddings and other special evening events.
The Grille @ Eagle Mountain Address:
14915 East Eagle Mountain Parkway
Fountain Hills, Arizona 85268
Call for information or reservations: 480-816-1248
Visit The Grille @ Eagle Mountain online.
J&G Steakhouse - Scottsdale Restaurant With a Scenic View
You'll find J&G Steakhouse on the penthouse level of the award winning Phoenician in Scottsdale, Arizona. Floor to ceiling windows showcase sprawling desert vistas in the main room, while two offset private dining areas provide a more intimate experience. Outside, two oval banquettes surrounded by blazing fire pits dot the terrace. As for the food, premium meats and a global selection of fresh fish are the backbone of the menu, including the highest quality raw items from the east and west coasts.
J&G Steakhouse is open seven days per week for dinner.
Read my review of J&G Steakhouse.
J&G Steakhouse Address:
The Phoenician
6000 East Camelback Road
Scottsdale, AZ 85251
Call for information or reservations: 480-214-8000
Visit J&G Steakhouse online.
Planning a wedding or romantic getaway? Read a review of The Phoenician.
Kai - Chandler Restaurant With a Scenic View
Enjoy sweeping views of Sierra Estrella and South Mountain ranges while you take in a majestic Arizona Sunset gazing westward at dusk in Kai Restaurant. Kai, the Pima word for “seed”, has great relevance to the people of the Gila River Indian Community: a connection to their past, their reverence for all of nature, and the belief that the land provides them with everything they need. Located on the Gila River Indian Reservation, Kai has become one of Arizona’s most celebrated dining experiences.
Kai offers a contemporary approach to Native American cuisine, and is the only AAA Five-Diamond/Forbes Five-Star dining experience in Arizona. This is the first time for any Native American owned restaurant to receive this exclusive combination of awards. The essence of the Pima and Maricopa tribes are incorporated into the menu and restaurant décor.
Kai is open for dinner only, and is closed on Sundays and Mondays.
Read my review of Kai.
Kai Address:
Sheraton Wild Horse Pass Resort & Spa
5594 West Wild Horse Pass Blvd.
Chandler, AZ 85226
Call for information or reservations: 602-385-5726
Visit Kai online.
Talavera - Scottsdale Restaurant With a Scenic View
Piñon Grill features Sonoran contemporary cuisine in a relaxing and intimate atmosphere surrounded by Camelback Lake, golf course vistas and the McDowell Mountains. The lakeside terrace offers enchanting views and reflections of spectacular sunsets. Piñon Grill is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner seven days per week. Check the restaurant's calendar for special events and happy hour deals. Our beautiful sunsets happen during during happy hour!
Piñon Grill Address:
Millennium Resort Scottsdale
7401 N. Scottsdale Road
Scottsdale, AZ 85253
Call for information or reservations: 480-367-2422
Visit Piñon Grill online.
Top of the Rock - Tempe Restaurant With a Scenic View
Enjoy panoramic city and desert views from Talavera. Talavera features contemporary American cuisine with an emphasis on prime cuts of meat, poultry and game from boutique purveyors, as well as fresh seafood and other specialty dishes. The central focal point of Talavera is a dramatic fire element framed by glass positioned for both indoor and outdoor diners to enjoy.
Talavera is open daily for dinner.
Talavera Address:
Four Seasons Resort Scottsdale at Troon North
10600 East Crescent Moon Drive
Scottsdale, Arizona 85263
Call for information or reservations: 480-513-5085
Visit Talavera online.
Sassi - North Scottsdale Restaurant With a Scenic View
Ceiling to floor windows offer a spectacular valley view while you dine in this upscale restaurant with a menu often referred to as New American Cuisine. Beef is the highlight here, although a few other seafood and other entrees are offered. Top of the Rock is open only for dinner.
Read my review of Top of the Rock.
Top of the Rock Address:
2000 Westcourt Way
Tempe, AZ 85282
Call for information or reservations: 602-225-9000
Visit Top of the Rock online.
Orange Sky - Scottsdale Restaurant With a Scenic View
Sassi (pronounced "sah'-see") is an award winning restaurant featuring an ever-changing menu of classic Italian cuisine utilizing locally sourced ingredients where possible. The building has the charm of an Italian villa, and the views from this Pinnacle Peak location are spectacular. On the weekends, check online to see who is performing in the Sassi Bar.
Sassi is open for dinner Tuesday through Sunday.
Read my review of Sassi.
Sassi Address:
10455 E. Pinnacle Peak Parkway
Scottsdale, AZ 85255
Call for information or reservations: 480-502-9095
Visit Sassi online.
Orange Sky is an award winning restaurant featuring steaks and seafood utilizing locally sourced ingredients where possible. Located on the 15th floor of the Talking Stick Resort, Orange Sky is enclosed in floor to ceiling glass windows affording sunset, mountain and golf course views from the lounges as well as the dining room. Check the dress code and make a reservation.
Orange Sky is open for dinner every evening.
Read my review of Orange Sky.
Orange Sky Address:
9800 E. Indian Bend Road
Scottsdale, AZ 85256
Here is a map with directions to Talking Stick Resort
Call for information or reservations: 480-850-7777
Visit Orange Sky at Talking Stick resort online.
We have many wonderful restaurants in the greater Phoenix area. Steakhouses, seafood, ethnic foods, Southwestern cuisine, Native American fare -- you name it, and we probably have it. What we don't have is a coastline. That is certainly limiting for people who might crave an ocean view while they dine. Add to that the fact that there are very few skyscrapers (or none, depending on your definition), so there aren't many dining spots on the 70th floor.
As a matter of fact, we don't have any 70th floors in Arizona!
If you are searching for a dining experience with a scenic view, you aren't totally out of luck. Whether it is a romantic evening out, a special occasion, a wedding dinner or just a desire to feel that atmosphere of something bigger and greater than the dining room, you have several worthy options in the Phoenix and Scottsdale areas. Many of these restaurants are considered upscale, and there may be a dress code. Most restaurants with a view are in either Phoenix or Scottsdale, but there are a few others featured here as well.
The restaurants with a scenic view on the following pages are presented in alphabetical order. Have you tried one or more of these? Let us know what you thought of it and tell us, which is your favorite restaurant in the Valley of the Sun?
Alchemy - Fountain Hills Restaurant With a Scenic View
Nestled high on a mountain ridge above Scottsdale and Fountain Hills, offering 360° views of the Sonoran Desert and mountain vistas rests Alchemy Restaurant and Wine Bar. Alchemy offers New American Cuisine and features floor to ceiling glass panels that slide completely open, revealing the mountain vistas, Valley views and Sonoran desert.
Alchemy is open for lunch and dinner. It is closed on Sundays and Mondays.
Alchemy Address:
CopperWynd
13225 North Eagle Ridge Drive
Fountain Hills, AZ 85268
Call for information or reservations: 480-333-1880
Visit Alchemy online.
Compass Arizona Grill - Phoenix Restaurant With a Scenic View
This award winning restaurant, Arizona’s only revolving restaurant, features Contemporary American cuisine. Sit above Phoenix on the 24th floor of the Hyatt Regency Phoenix and enjoy Contemporary Cuisine at its best as you are treated to 360° views.
Compass Arizona Grill is open for dinner every evening.
Read my review of Compass Arizona Grill.
Compass Arizona Grill Address:
Hyatt Regency Phoenix
122 North Second Street
Phoenix, AZ 85004
Call for information or reservations: 602-252-1234
Visit Compass Arizona Grill online.
Different Pointe of View - Phoenix Restaurant With a Scenic View
Different Pointe of View is a distinct and unforgettable dining destination that over its 25 year history has evolved into a culinary experience just as memorable as its stunning views atop North Mountain in Phoenix. Guests of this renowned, mountaintop restaurant are treated to an innovative and bold menu in a fine dining experience poised 1,800 feet above the Valley of the Sun. Floor-to-ceiling windows showcase the dramatic panoramas of the Valley’s desert landscape, the city's twinkling lights and Arizona's breathtaking sunsets.
The Terrace Room patio feels like an outdoor living room with one-of-a-kind city views. An eight-foot-tall, hand-forged iron arbor frames a cliff-edge fountain creating an ideal photo opportunity for weddings and celebrations. A nine-foot outdoor fire pit adds magic to any evening under the stars.
If you are considering a special adventure in dining at one of the most romantic restaurants in Phoenix, you might want to try a Winemaker Dinner at Different Pointe of View. Wonderful!
Different Pointe of View is open for dinner only and is closed on Sundays and Mondays.
Different Pointe of View Address:
Pointe Hilton Tapatio Cliffs
11111 North 7th Street
Phoenix, Arizona 85020
Call for information or reservations: 602-866-6350
Visit Different Pointe of View online.
elements - Paradise Valley Restaurant With a Scenic View
elements restaurant is the heart of the Sanctuary on Camelback Mountain food and beverage operation, offering farm-fresh American cuisine with Asian accents that is simple and elegant. Fresh, local ingredients are procured from a network of artisans and organic farmers for menus that change monthly to reflect seasonal harvests. Food presentation at elements is as compelling as the ruggedly beautiful landscape that surrounds diners through floor-to-ceiling windows on three sides of the restaurant.
elements at Sanctuary on Camelback Mountain serves breakfast and lunch every day but Sunday. Brunch is offered on Sundays. Dinner is served every day.
elements Address:
Sanctuary on Camelback Mountain Resort & Spa
5700 E. McDonald Drive
Paradise Valley, AZ 85253
Call for information or reservations: 480-948-2100
Visit elements online.
Read my review of Sunday brunch at elements.
Planning a wedding or romantic getaway? Read a review of Sanctuary on Camelback Mountain Resort & Spa.
Geordie’s Restaurant at Wrigley Mansion - Phoenix Restaurant With a Scenic View
Enjoy dining at Geordie’s Restaurant and Lounge within The Wrigley Mansion. Geordie’s offers a dining experience that is anything but ordinary. With breathtaking views of the city and a choice of casual or upscale dining, you are guaranteed to have a memorable experience. Geordie's describes their dinner cuisine as a fresh, new, artful American menu.
Geordie’s Restaurant serves dinner Wednesday through Saturday evenings, lunch Wednesday through Saturday and offers Sunday brunch.
Geordie's Lounge also has dramatic views, and is open Wednesday through Saturday evenings. Check online or make a reservation first, since Geordie’s makes seasonal changes to the schedule.
Read my review of dinner at Geordie's at the Wrigley Mansion Club.
Wrigley Mansion Address:
2501 E. Telawa Trail
Phoenix, AZ 85016
Call for information or reservations: 602-955-4079
Visit Wrigley Mansion online.
The Grille @ Eagle Mountain - Fountain Hills Restaurant With a Scenic View
Located in Fountain Hills, on the slope of Eagle Mountain, The Grille @ Eagle Mountain offers a panoramic view of Scottsdale and the East Valley. The Grille is associated with the Eagle Mountain Golf Club.
The Grille is open daily for breakfast, lunch and late afternoon appetizers. A special buffet dinner is offered every Wednesday evening. Check online for occasional Gourmet Wine Dinners and Dinner & a Movie nights.
Of course, they can arrange weddings and other special evening events.
The Grille @ Eagle Mountain Address:
14915 East Eagle Mountain Parkway
Fountain Hills, Arizona 85268
Call for information or reservations: 480-816-1248
Visit The Grille @ Eagle Mountain online.
J&G Steakhouse - Scottsdale Restaurant With a Scenic View
You'll find J&G Steakhouse on the penthouse level of the award winning Phoenician in Scottsdale, Arizona. Floor to ceiling windows showcase sprawling desert vistas in the main room, while two offset private dining areas provide a more intimate experience. Outside, two oval banquettes surrounded by blazing fire pits dot the terrace. As for the food, premium meats and a global selection of fresh fish are the backbone of the menu, including the highest quality raw items from the east and west coasts.
J&G Steakhouse is open seven days per week for dinner.
Read my review of J&G Steakhouse.
J&G Steakhouse Address:
The Phoenician
6000 East Camelback Road
Scottsdale, AZ 85251
Call for information or reservations: 480-214-8000
Visit J&G Steakhouse online.
Planning a wedding or romantic getaway? Read a review of The Phoenician.
Kai - Chandler Restaurant With a Scenic View
Enjoy sweeping views of Sierra Estrella and South Mountain ranges while you take in a majestic Arizona Sunset gazing westward at dusk in Kai Restaurant. Kai, the Pima word for “seed”, has great relevance to the people of the Gila River Indian Community: a connection to their past, their reverence for all of nature, and the belief that the land provides them with everything they need. Located on the Gila River Indian Reservation, Kai has become one of Arizona’s most celebrated dining experiences.
Kai offers a contemporary approach to Native American cuisine, and is the only AAA Five-Diamond/Forbes Five-Star dining experience in Arizona. This is the first time for any Native American owned restaurant to receive this exclusive combination of awards. The essence of the Pima and Maricopa tribes are incorporated into the menu and restaurant décor.
Kai is open for dinner only, and is closed on Sundays and Mondays.
Read my review of Kai.
Kai Address:
Sheraton Wild Horse Pass Resort & Spa
5594 West Wild Horse Pass Blvd.
Chandler, AZ 85226
Call for information or reservations: 602-385-5726
Visit Kai online.
Talavera - Scottsdale Restaurant With a Scenic View
Piñon Grill features Sonoran contemporary cuisine in a relaxing and intimate atmosphere surrounded by Camelback Lake, golf course vistas and the McDowell Mountains. The lakeside terrace offers enchanting views and reflections of spectacular sunsets. Piñon Grill is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner seven days per week. Check the restaurant's calendar for special events and happy hour deals. Our beautiful sunsets happen during during happy hour!
Piñon Grill Address:
Millennium Resort Scottsdale
7401 N. Scottsdale Road
Scottsdale, AZ 85253
Call for information or reservations: 480-367-2422
Visit Piñon Grill online.
Top of the Rock - Tempe Restaurant With a Scenic View
Enjoy panoramic city and desert views from Talavera. Talavera features contemporary American cuisine with an emphasis on prime cuts of meat, poultry and game from boutique purveyors, as well as fresh seafood and other specialty dishes. The central focal point of Talavera is a dramatic fire element framed by glass positioned for both indoor and outdoor diners to enjoy.
Talavera is open daily for dinner.
Talavera Address:
Four Seasons Resort Scottsdale at Troon North
10600 East Crescent Moon Drive
Scottsdale, Arizona 85263
Call for information or reservations: 480-513-5085
Visit Talavera online.
Sassi - North Scottsdale Restaurant With a Scenic View
Ceiling to floor windows offer a spectacular valley view while you dine in this upscale restaurant with a menu often referred to as New American Cuisine. Beef is the highlight here, although a few other seafood and other entrees are offered. Top of the Rock is open only for dinner.
Read my review of Top of the Rock.
Top of the Rock Address:
2000 Westcourt Way
Tempe, AZ 85282
Call for information or reservations: 602-225-9000
Visit Top of the Rock online.
Orange Sky - Scottsdale Restaurant With a Scenic View
Sassi (pronounced "sah'-see") is an award winning restaurant featuring an ever-changing menu of classic Italian cuisine utilizing locally sourced ingredients where possible. The building has the charm of an Italian villa, and the views from this Pinnacle Peak location are spectacular. On the weekends, check online to see who is performing in the Sassi Bar.
Sassi is open for dinner Tuesday through Sunday.
Read my review of Sassi.
Sassi Address:
10455 E. Pinnacle Peak Parkway
Scottsdale, AZ 85255
Call for information or reservations: 480-502-9095
Visit Sassi online.
Orange Sky is an award winning restaurant featuring steaks and seafood utilizing locally sourced ingredients where possible. Located on the 15th floor of the Talking Stick Resort, Orange Sky is enclosed in floor to ceiling glass windows affording sunset, mountain and golf course views from the lounges as well as the dining room. Check the dress code and make a reservation.
Orange Sky is open for dinner every evening.
Read my review of Orange Sky.
Orange Sky Address:
9800 E. Indian Bend Road
Scottsdale, AZ 85256
Here is a map with directions to Talking Stick Resort
Call for information or reservations: 480-850-7777
Visit Orange Sky at Talking Stick resort online.
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