# Restaurants With a View in Scottsdale: 11 Picks > The best restaurants with a view in Scottsdale: Camelback Mountain, Pinnacle Peak, rooftop skylines and desert sunsets. Where to book and when to go. Source: https://guides.thescottsdalescoop.com/restaurants-with-a-view-scottsdale --- [Food and Drink](/hubs/food-and-drink) # Restaurants With a View in Scottsdale Mountains, rooftops and desert sunsets - No. 1 Camelback Mountain - No. 6 Historic lodge - No. 11 Runway views ![Restaurants With a View in Scottsdale](/images/derived/guides-restaurants-with-a-view-scottsdale-hearth-61-at-mountain-shadows-27eb1248-960.webp) ![Portrait of John Apolinar](/john.webp) By **John Apolinar** · Updated Nov 1, 2026 · 11 spots Restaurants with a view in Scottsdale are kind of my thing. You can eat on the side of Camelback Mountain, look out at Pinnacle Peak, sit 15 floors up at Talking Stick or watch the sun drop from an Old Town rooftop. Here's where I'd book when the view matters as much as the food. Want the full list? Browse the [Scottsdale restaurants directory](https://directory.thescottsdalescoop.com/category/restaurants?utm_source=guides&utm_medium=category_link). In this guide 11 spots The map Where these spots are Filter by area Showing all 11 spots. ## Scottsdale, by area Nothing in this guide is in that area. 1. 1 Paradise Valley (Camelback Mountain) ### [Elements at Sanctuary](https://www.sanctuaryaz.com/dining/elements) ![Elements at Sanctuary in Scottsdale](/images/derived/guides-restaurants-with-a-view-scottsdale-elements-at-sanctuary-144a9782-1200.webp) On the side of Camelback Elements sits on the north side of Camelback Mountain at Sanctuary. The windows look out over Paradise Valley, so go at sunset. **The short list:** Camelback MountainSunset views. [Visit Website](https://www.sanctuaryaz.com/dining/elements)[View in Directory](https://directory.thescottsdalescoop.com/business/elements-at-sanctuary) 2. 2 Camelback Corridor ### [J&G Steakhouse at The Phoenician](https://www.jgsteakhousescottsdale.com/) ![J&G Steakhouse at The Phoenician in Scottsdale](/images/derived/guides-restaurants-with-a-view-scottsdale-j-g-steakhouse-at-the-phoenician-2202fc12-1200.webp) Steakhouse with a Valley view J&G is at the top of The Phoenician and the terrace looks out across the Valley. It's one of the best date-night views in town. **The short list:** Terrace views. [Visit Website](https://www.jgsteakhousescottsdale.com/)[View in Directory](https://directory.thescottsdalescoop.com/business/jg-steakhouse-terrace) 3. 3 Troon North ### [Talavera at Four Seasons](https://www.fourseasons.com/scottsdale/dining/restaurants/talavera/) Talavera's dining room and terrace face the desert and Pinnacle Peak. Dinner is Wednesday through Sunday from 5 to 9 PM. Ask for a terrace table. **The short list:** Pinnacle Peak viewsWed-Sun 5-9 PM. [Visit Website](https://www.fourseasons.com/scottsdale/dining/restaurants/talavera/)[View in Directory](https://directory.thescottsdalescoop.com/business/talavera-four-seasons-scottsdale) 4. 4 Talking Stick ### [Orange Sky at Talking Stick](https://www.talkingstickresort.com/dining/orange-sky/) Orange Sky is on the 15th floor of Talking Stick Resort. You can see for miles from up there, and it's especially good at sunset. **The short list:** 15th floor. [Visit Website](https://www.talkingstickresort.com/dining/orange-sky/)[View in Directory](https://directory.thescottsdalescoop.com/business/orange-sky-lounge) 5. 5 Paradise Valley ### [Hearth '61 at Mountain Shadows](https://mountainshadows.com/experience/hearth-61/) ![Hearth '61 at Mountain Shadows in Scottsdale](/images/derived/guides-restaurants-with-a-view-scottsdale-hearth-61-at-mountain-shadows-27eb1248-960.webp) Camelback views at Mountain Shadows Hearth '61 is the restaurant at Mountain Shadows, with Camelback Mountain right in front of you. The patio is the move. **The short list:** Camelback viewsPatio. [Visit Website](https://mountainshadows.com/experience/hearth-61/)[View in Directory](https://directory.thescottsdalescoop.com/business/hearth-61-at-mountain-shadows) 6. 6 Paradise Valley ### [El Chorro](https://elchorro.com/) El Chorro is a historic lodge on Lincoln Drive with a patio facing the mountains. It's a classic for a reason. **The short list:** Historic lodgeMountain views. [Visit Website](https://elchorro.com/)[View in Directory](https://directory.thescottsdalescoop.com/business/el-chorro) 7. 7 Far northeast Scottsdale ### [CIELO at ADERO](https://www.aderoscottsdale.com/cielo) ![CIELO at ADERO in Scottsdale](/images/derived/guides-restaurants-with-a-view-scottsdale-cielo-at-adero-c179c33f-1200.webp) Wide-open desert views CIELO is at ADERO on the far northeast edge of Scottsdale. Nothing but desert and mountains around you. **The short list:** Desert views. [Visit Website](https://www.aderoscottsdale.com/cielo)[View in Directory](https://directory.thescottsdalescoop.com/business/cielo-at-adero) 8. ### Get the weekly picks Join 15,000 local subscribers You're in. Check your inbox to confirm. 9. 8 Old Town Scottsdale ### [Outrider Rooftop Lounge](https://www.outriderrooftop.com/) Outrider is a rooftop on top of the Canopy by Hilton with views over Old Town. Go for drinks and small plates at sunset. **The short list:** Rooftop. [Visit Website](https://www.outriderrooftop.com/)[View in Directory](https://directory.thescottsdalescoop.com/business/outrider-rooftop) 10. 9 Scottsdale Quarter ### [Dominick's Steakhouse](https://www.dominickssteakhouse.com/) ![Dominick's Steakhouse in Scottsdale](/images/derived/guides-restaurants-with-a-view-scottsdale-dominicks-rooftop-8422890d-1200.webp) Rooftop steakhouse Dominick's at Scottsdale Quarter has a rooftop that's a fun place to celebrate. **The short list:** RooftopScottsdale Quarter. [Visit Website](https://www.dominickssteakhouse.com/)[View in Directory](https://directory.thescottsdalescoop.com/business/dominicks-rooftop) 11. 10 Pinnacle Peak (The Citadel) ### [ALMA Southwest Steakhouse](https://www.almascottsdale.com/) ![ALMA Southwest Steakhouse in Scottsdale](/images/derived/guides-restaurants-with-a-view-scottsdale-alma-southwest-steakhouse-7ba8eaf7-1200.webp) Sunset from the Copper Club rooftop ALMA reopens Monday, Nov. 2, at The Citadel on Pinnacle Peak Road. The upstairs Copper Club is a rooftop lounge, and local preview coverage described watching the sun set over North Scottsdale from up there. Downstairs is a Southwest steakhouse. Happy hour runs daily from 3 to 6. **The short list:** Opens Nov. 2, 2026Rooftop loungeSouthwest steakhouse. [Visit Website](https://www.almascottsdale.com/)[View in Directory](https://directory.thescottsdalescoop.com/business/alma-southwest-steakhouse) 12. 11 Scottsdale Airpark ### [Volanti](https://volantiscottsdale.com/) Volanti sits right on Scottsdale Airport, so you can watch private jets take off while you eat. It's a different kind of view and kids love it. **The short list:** Runway views. [Visit Website](https://volantiscottsdale.com/)[View in Directory](https://directory.thescottsdalescoop.com/business/volanti) The method ## How I picked these Every restaurant here has a real view, whether that's a mountain, the skyline or open desert. I checked each one's site and a second source in November 2026. Pro tip: in winter the sun sets around 5:30, so book early if you want the good light. ## Frequently Asked Questions ### What Scottsdale restaurant has the best view of Camelback Mountain? Elements at Sanctuary sits right on the side of Camelback, and J&G Steakhouse at The Phoenician looks out over the Valley. ### Where can I eat with a view of Pinnacle Peak? Talavera at Four Seasons Troon North has a terrace facing Pinnacle Peak. ### What time should I book for sunset? In winter, aim for about 5 PM. In summer, closer to 7:30 PM. ### Is there a rooftop restaurant in Old Town Scottsdale? Outrider and The Montauk both have rooftops in Old Town. ## Find more in the directory [Scottsdale restaurants directory](https://directory.thescottsdalescoop.com/category/restaurants?utm_source=guides&utm_medium=category_link) - Elements at Sanctuary - J&G Steakhouse at The Phoenician - Orange Sky at Talking Stick - Hearth '61 at Mountain Shadows - El Chorro - Best Sunset Spots in Scottsdale Activities & Experiences - Best Rooftop Bars in Scottsdale Dining & Drinks - Best Date Night Spots in Scottsdale Dining & Drinks - Best Patios in Scottsdale Dining & Drinks - Best Restaurants in Scottsdale Dining & Drinks - Best Happy Hours in Scottsdale Dining & Drinks ## Get the weekly picks Join 15,000 local subscribers You're in. Check your inbox to confirm. Free. Weekly. Unsubscribe anytime.