Article By: Zak Lodhi
Las Vegas may be a steak lover’s playground, but Scottsdale is no slouch: white-tablecloth temples with deep cellars, serious Wagyu programs, and dining rooms that swing from resort-polished to Old Town electric.
Whether you’re after a date-night showpiece, a resort icon with sunset views, or an Old Town chophouse with a bourbon library, these spots deliver USDA Prime, American, and Japanese Wagyu, and the kind of service that makes dinner feel like an event. Here are Scottsdale’s upscale favorites, no chain fluff, just the rooms that keep the standard high. (Old Town emphasis, with a few essential North Scottsdale and resort icons.)
Dominick’s Steakhouse
Roof-pool glam and Scottsdale Quarter polish frame a menu built on USDA Prime and both domestic and Japanese Wagyu, plus the kind of old-school luxuries (seafood towers, a reserve wine list) that turn a steak night into a ceremony.
Cocktails lean classic, service runs tight, and private rooms keep it power-dinner ready without losing the fun. Start with oysters, follow with a ribeye (or the Wagyu special if it’s running), and let a big-shouldered red do the rest.
- 15169 N Scottsdale Rd, Scottsdale, AZ 85254
- (480) 272-7271
- Website
Morton’s The Steakhouse (Kierland Commons)
A study in restraint and polish: white tablecloths, clubby booths, and a dining cadence that gives prime beef the spotlight. Morton’s Scottsdale outpost leans into the classics, wet-aged steaks with assertive sears, chilled shellfish towers, soufflés timed to the minute, and a wine program built for cabernet lovers and Burgundy loyalists alike.
Ask for a martini, cold as slate, then let the server steer you to a porterhouse or bone-in rib chop, along with the sort of sides (creamed spinach, Lyonnaise potatoes) that define the American steak canon. The private-dining rooms make it a powerful venue; the room’s calm makes it an occasion.
- 15233 N Kierland Blvd, Scottsdale, AZ 85254
- (480) 951-4440
- Website
Mastro’s City Hall Steakhouse
Old Town’s velvet hammer: a plush room, live-music energy, and a cellar that knows exactly how to flatter a porterhouse or bone-in ribeye. The butter cake is canon for a reason, but the play is a seafood tower to start, steak center-stage, and martinis keeping time. Dress like you mean it; City Hall still feels like a performance.
- 6991 E Camelback Rd, Scottsdale, AZ 85251
- (480) 941-4700
- Website
Ocean 44
Technically a seafood showpiece, if you stop for dinner here at Ocean 44, you’ll see why it’s on this steakhouse list. USDA Prime, Australian Wagyu, raw-bar drama, and a contemporary room that hums on celebration nights. Order like a hedonist, shellfish to start, then a char-happy strip or ribeye with a side of lobster mashed.
- 4748 N Goldwater Blvd, Scottsdale, AZ 85251
- (480) 867-0044
- Website
Bourbon & Bones Chophouse & Bar (Old Town)
A high-energy chophouse with the receipts: USDA Prime, Wagyu options, raw bar, and a whiskey program that rewards curiosity. The bar scene draws a crowd, but the dining room stays focused, offering proper seasoning, a proper sear, and sides that do more than coast on nostalgia. If you collect ryes, you’ll linger. At Bourbon & Bones Chophouse and Bar, classic steakhouse sophistication meets modern edge in the heart of Old Town Scottsdale. Guests enjoy USDA Prime steaks, rich Wagyu selections, and impeccably fresh seafood, all paired with an extensive bourbon collection and signature craft cocktails. With its sleek atmosphere, attentive service, and versatile spaces, from the lively North Annex patio to the intimate private dining room, Bourbon & Bones delivers an experience that’s bold, refined, and distinctly Scottsdale.
- 4200 N Scottsdale Rd, Scottsdale, AZ 85251
- (480) 629-4922
- Website
Maple & Ash (Scottsdale Waterfront)
A haute, wood-fired spectacle: truffle-laden pastas, caviar bumps, and serious steaks in a dimly lit room engineered for glam. The chef’s-choice menu turns dinner into an ever-changing sensory experience! And we haven’t even talked about the cuts of meat yet. You can prepare yourself for the best bone-in cuts, and let the sommelier steer you into Burgundy or a big Napa cab. Beyond the food and the fire-driven theatrics, the experience here is very much about the environment itself. Maple & Ash has become a calling-card spot for Scottsdale’s “big night out” crowd, the type of place where birthdays, luxury dinners, and business deal tables all intersect. The lighting is intentionally seductive, the playlist leans modern and elevated, and the staff fully embraces the theater of it all. It’s a restaurant that doesn’t just serve dinner, it stages it.
- 7135 E Camelback Rd #130, Scottsdale, AZ 85251
- (480) 400-8888
- Website
Bourbon Steak by Michael Mina (Fairmont Scottsdale Princess)
Resort-level elegance with Mina precision, honestly, who could ask for more? Get ready for truffle-buttered everything, pristine seafood, and a steak program that strikes a balance between indulgence and finesse. Savor melt-in-your-mouth filet mignon and hand-cut tuna tartare, or try dishes like fresh Alaskan king crab and black truffle mac and cheese. Fireside terrace seating feels like nothing you’ve seen before, especially during the golden hour; inside, it’s all polished timing and confident plates. A true foodie destination, Bourbon Steak offers more than 10 years of AAA Four Diamond award-winning dining in a sleek, sophisticated, and modern atmosphere perfect for both private and semi-private groups of all sizes.
- 7575 E Princess Dr, Scottsdale, AZ 85255
- (480) 513-6002
- Website
J&G Steakhouse (The Phoenician)
Perched above the Valley, J&G runs on charcoal-kissed classics, seafood with global accents, and a wine list that loves the view as much as the steaks. It’s a dress-up room with the calm of a seasoned resort icon. Ask for the patio when the weather plays nice. But what many guests don’t fully expect until they arrive is how much the space itself shapes the dining experience. J&G feels intentionally unhurried, service is paced with confidence, the room leans serene rather than flashy, and the mountain-top position creates a sense of retreat from the Scottsdale buzz below. This isn’t the “see and be seen” energy of other steakhouses; it’s more of an elevated escape, where the craft of the cooking and the natural setting share the spotlight. That balance is part of why so many locals return for anniversaries, special occasions, and deep-rest dinners.
- 6000 E Camelback Rd, Scottsdale, AZ 85251
- (480) 214-8000
- Website
Roka Akor (Scottsdale)
A modern Japanese steakhouse where robata heat meets marbled luxury prime steaks, rare Japanese Wagyu, pristine fish, and a lounge that runs strong at magic hour. It’s your favorite steakhouse reimagined, with a Japanese twist. Utilizing traditional techniques to craft unforgettable meals, Roka Akor stands out from its contemporaries with an exceptional eye for detail and a focus on authentic flavor. Order a flight of skewers, then share a steak; the kitchen’s charcoal discipline shows. And beyond the culinary flair, there’s a distinct sense of motion and atmosphere here. The dining room feels energized and contemporary, with flames from the robata glowing in view, service moving with quiet precision, and the sushi bar adding another layer of craftsmanship to the room. It all feels intentional, sleek without being cold, which makes Roka Akor think like both a big-night dinner venue and an approachable “let’s share bites and linger” hang. It has dual identities, and that versatility is part of the draw.
- 7299 N Scottsdale Rd, Scottsdale, AZ 85253
- (480) 306-8800
- Website
Orange Sky (Talking Stick Resort)
Fifteenth-floor dining with 360° Sonoran views and a cellar that has earned Wine Spectator’s Best of Award of Excellence year after year. Orange Sky isn’t a traditional chophouse in name, yet it treats steak with reverence: aged cuts, precise temps, and sauces that complement rather than compete. Start with a classic from the cart, then work toward a bone-in ribeye or filet alongside seasonal vegetables that nod to the desert, clean flavors, flawless pacing, and service that anticipates needs without hovering. Sunset is its own course here; by the time the city lights take the stage, you’ll understand why locals use this room for proposals, closings, and everything in between.
- 9800 E Talking Stick Way, Scottsdale, AZ 85256
- (480) 850-8606
- Website
Talavera (Four Seasons Troon North)
Sunset theater with a Spanish accent, dry-aged cuts, paella service, jamón ibérico, and a 500-label cellar, all against high-desert views. An incredible destination dinner; save it for nights when you want the room to do half the talking. And here, the setting isn’t background, it’s part of the performance. Talavera leans into the romance of the desert, the warm light over boulders, the patio’s horizon line, and the calm Four Seasons cadence of service. It’s refined but not stiff, and the Spanish influence gives the menu a personality that feels curated to Arizona rather than dropped in from somewhere else. This is where you bring someone when you want to reinforce that dinner isn’t just a meal, it’s a moment.
- 10600 E Crescent Moon Dr, Scottsdale, AZ 85262
- (480) 513-5085
- Website
Mastro’s Ocean Club (Kierland)
You might come to Mastro’s Ocean Club for their exceptional expertise when it comes to seafood. And, if that’s what you’re expecting, you certainly won’t be disappointed. But there’s so much more to see, and to taste. The steak game is some of the best in the city. Add live-music edge, a polished staff, and that signature dessert, and you’ve got a turnkey special-occasion formula. Valet, lounge first, then a bone-in cut with lobster mashed on the side. Mastro’s feels like luxury nightlife disguised as a steakhouse: a little louder, a little more theatrical, and intentionally dialed toward celebration energy. It’s the spot where the room gets progressively more social as the evening builds, a place where fancy meals and a slight party vibe happily coexist.
- 15045 N Kierland Blvd, Scottsdale, AZ 85254
- (480) 443-8555
- Website
The Capital Grille (North Scottsdale)
Clubby, consistent, and reveling in quiet luxury, The Capital Grille is a must-try, boasting an in-house dry-aging program, classic sides, and a wine culture that suits both expense accounts and anniversaries. You’ll quickly see why it’s called “Capital”. Dependable for VIP lunches; polished for dinner. Each detail, from the mahogany-paneled walls and white linen service to the signature cuts and award-winning wine list, speaks to timeless sophistication. The menu strikes a balance between indulgence and restraint, offering expertly seared steaks, delicate seafood, and decadent accompaniments like truffle fries and lobster macaroni. Whether closing a deal or celebrating a milestone, The Capital Grille delivers an experience that feels effortlessly elegant, a sanctuary of refinement.
- 16489 N Scottsdale Rd, Scottsdale, AZ 85254
- (480) 348-1700
- Website
Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar
(DC Ranch)
Refinement without stiffness, Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse has something for everyone. Try a bit of variety with their Prime program, or indulge in private dining that actually works for groups, and a wine list that earns the ampersand on the sign. The DC Ranch setting makes it a go-to destination in North Scottsdale for celebrations or executive dinners alike. Fleming’s is at its strongest when you lean into the steaks, bone-in cuts, center-cut filets, and those consistent medium-plus crusts they nail service after service. The starters are crowd-pleasers on purpose (think chilled seafood towers, lump crab cakes, or smoked candied bacon), but the steaks are the anchor.
- 20753 N Pima Rd, Scottsdale, AZ 85255
- (480) 538-8000
- Website
The Americano
Italian-inflected steakhouse swagger: prime and American Wagyu, crudi that punch above “appetizer,” and a cocktail program with real tailoring. The room decor is a stunning spin on modern; and the grill marks are the right kind of loud. A5 by the ounce is one of the show stoppers here, and they’re always changing their specials! Service is sharp yet unpretentious, echoing the restaurant’s balance of refinement and edge. Each plate is a statement of craftsmanship, from the marble-smooth Wagyu to the delicately dressed crudi that arrive like edible art. The atmosphere hums with low lighting, polished energy, and just enough attitude to remind you this isn’t your typical steakhouse.
- 17797 N Scottsdale Rd, Scottsdale, AZ 85255
- (480) 573-0001
- Website
In a city where sunsets steal the spotlight, Scottsdale’s steakhouses know how to hold their own. From resort rooftops and desert-view terraces to candlelit rooms in the heart of Old Town, each restaurant on this list blends craft, comfort, and quiet confidence. Whether it’s Wagyu kissed by mesquite, a bone-in ribeye served tableside, or a bottle poured with ceremony, Scottsdale proves what it means to savor the moment.
