Plan two dinners out, not five
Large parties are the hardest reservation in any restaurant town. The pattern that works is one or two nights out for the whole group, booked weeks ahead, with the rest cooked at the house — both Scottsdale homes have kitchens and outdoor space set up for it.
Old Town Scottsdale is about ten minutes from both houses and holds the widest concentration of restaurants, bars and galleries, so a single drive covers the evening.
Booking a table for a group
Call the restaurant directly for parties above six; most large-party bookings are not offered through the online widget. Ask about a set menu, an automatic service charge and the cancellation window in the same call.
We do not hold tables, have no restaurant partnerships and receive nothing from any venue. Every link below goes to an official source.
Experiences worth booking ahead
Tee times, pickleball courts, hot-air balloon flights, desert jeep tours and guided hikes all sell out on cool-season weekends. Book directly with the operator and confirm the group minimum and cancellation terms before you collect money from anyone.
For hiking, check trailhead parking and any heat restrictions with the city or preserve on the morning you go, not the week before.
Last reviewed 2026-09-05 · Maintained by Trailstead Stays content team
