Best Authentic Restaurants in Paradise Valley

87 restaurants available nearby

1. The Mexicano

4.3

Price: Expensive

• Mexican • Central Phoenix

Booked 7 times today

The Mexicano has a chef-driven menu, experiential food and cocktail carts, rotating DJs featuring Latin music and the country's first ever build-your own Margarita bar!

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2. Marigold Maison - Phoenix

4.4

Awesome(574)

Price: Moderate

• Indian • North Central Phoenix

Booked 1 time today

Marigold Maison in Phoenix offers a casually elegant dining experience, serving authentic Indian cuisine. The menu features traditional dishes like 'Classic Curry' and 'Goan Vindaloo' which have been praised as some of the best by a frequent visitor to Indian cuisine restaurants. Reviewers highlight the 'tasty Indian food', 'great service' and 'amazing food' as reasons to visit. The 'authentic roots' and the owners' warm greetings to diners further confirm the authenticity of the place.

3. Zinc Bistro

4.7

Exceptional(5371)

Price: Expensive

• French • Scottsdale Quarter/Kierland Commons

Booked 57 times today

A New York Style Parisian Bistro. A 4000 sq, foot restaurant that is designed with contemporary sensibilities, yet returns the nostalgic ambiance of an authentic Parisian bistro. Round marble bistro tables and wicker chairs spill out onto the sidewalk, offering a kind of people watching one might indulge in, along Boulevard Saint-Germain. Zinc Bistro also offer a romantic garden patio secluded deep in the restaurant, lit by candles during the evening, creating an unforgettable ambiance, or a relaxing atmosphere near our fountain in the afternoon. The oyster bar stands at the end of the 25 foot zinc bar, serving fruit de mer platters, as well as all of the accoutrements. We bring in shellfish daily, offering the freshest oysters, clams, mussels, and lobster in the desert.

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4. Rusconi's American Kitchen

4.9

Exceptional(5321)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Central Phoenix

Booked 6 times today

Rusconi’s American Kitchen offers a menu created by Arizona Food Pioneer Award Winning Chef Michael Rusconi. Chef Rusconis Contemporary American cuisine showcases strong local influences featuring a wood burning grill with an abundance of affordable items, bringing sophisticated and accessible fare to Valley restaurant goers. Chef Rusconi's menu frequently evolves and is reflective of the season. Expect a wide variety of your favorite dishes uniquely enhanced with ingredients native to the region. The signature menu items are cooked to perfection to create a savory and aromatic flavor profile you can only experience at Rusconi's American Kitchen. Come and visit us relax and & Enjoy the Moment.

5. Tell Your Friends

4.3

Awesome(128)

Price: Very Expensive

• Speakeasy • North Scottsdale

Booked 12 times today

Nestled beneath the esteemed ambiance of The Americano Restaurant, Tell Your Friend's offers a cocktail-centric experience, curated with a seasonal array of both timeless classics and artisanal creations. An exquisite selection of wines complements the offerings, while delectable small bites bearing the signature styles of culinary celebrity Beau MacMillan. Evenings come alive with nightly performances, where gifted vocalists, musicians, and entertainers take the stage.Live Entertainment is Thursday-Sunday from 7:00pm-11:00pm with a $5 cover per person that will be added to your tab. We kindly ask that you arrive on time for your reservation, reservations more than 10-minutes late will be no-showed and charged a non-refundable cancellation fee. Please note that in order to accommodate all of our guests, reservations are limited to 2 hours from the original start time, regardless of arrival time. Please call ahead if you are running late.

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6. POMO Pizzeria Napoletana - Scottsdale

4.6

Exceptional(2043)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Central Scottsdale

Booked 14 times today

POMO Pizzeria Napoletana - Scottsdale is an authentic Italian restaurant. They've earned the prestigious certifications from the APN and VPN associations in Naples, Italy for their Neapolitan pizza. Reviews consistently praise the authenticity of the food, service, and atmosphere, with one reviewer stating it's 'always great and authentic Italian food'. Another mentioned the 'authentic Napoletana experience' they received. So, if you're looking for a genuine taste of Italy, this is the place to be!

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7. La Hacienda at the Fairmont Scottsdale Princess

4.8

Exceptional(2761)

Price: Moderate

• Mexican • North Scottsdale

Booked 19 times today

La Hacienda at the Fairmont Scottsdale Princess is an authentic Mexican restaurant that takes pride in its culinary philosophy of "old ways with new hands." They use authentic Mexican ingredients and combine them with contemporary cooking techniques. Reviewers often mention the nostalgic experience of the menu and the atmosphere. One reviewer even mentioned that the restaurant 'took her back to her childhood'. The restaurant also offers artisan tequila tastings, adding to its authenticity.

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8. Tutti Santi Greenway Location - Scottsdale

4.7

Exceptional(3516)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Scottsdale Quarter/Kierland Commons

Booked 12 times today

CHEF NINA VINCENT’S style of cuisine and consummately renowned sauces’ are of such unique flavor, that it has been said, “food turns holy in Nina’s hands". This incomparable talent stems from the loving practice of long experience and great joy for life! Our food and fame have gained a wide recognition all over the USA and even abroad. For 20 years, Tutti Santi has set the standard for Neighborhood Italian Fine Dining, combining exceptional food with world-class service and ambiance, which is not only inviting and comfortable, but allows our guests to bask in an environment reflective of Italian style and culture.

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9. Carbòn Mexican Eatery

4.6

Exceptional(54)

Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Central Scottsdale

Booked 1 time today

El Carbon is a Mexican eatery that offers a variety of authentic Mexican dishes, including Tacos, Burritos, Bowls, and Salads. Our mission is to provide a unique dining experience that showcases the rich flavors of Mexico. We take pride in using fresh ingredients and traditional recipes to create delicious meals that will leave you craving for more.We are passionate about delivering exceptional service and creating a welcoming atmosphere for our guests. Our team is dedicated to ensuring that every customer feels at home and enjoys the vibrant culture and hospitality of Mexico right here in our restaurant. Come and savor the essence of Mexico with us at El Carbon.

10. Mamma Lucy

4.4

Awesome(84)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Paradise Valley

Booked 8 times today

Welcome to Our Family Table: Experience the Warmth of Italy with Fresh Homemade Pasta, Desserts, and Bread – Right Here in Scottsdale.

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Melissa
San Francisco Bay Area •13 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Our dishes were great! I had the duck confit which was delicious and my friend had the hanger steak also good. I love the French ambiance and great service but it was a bit loud inside and hard to have a conversation with all the noise.
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Zinc BistroPrice: Expensive• French• Scottsdale Quarter/Kierland Commons
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4.7
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Jeff
Phoenix / Arizona •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Start with the Old Fashion, excellent, then the Steak Medallions, wonderful, which includes the Mac & cheese which is to die for, then the bread pudding for desert, should order 2 so you can take a bread pudding home for latter. We’ll be back.
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Rusconi's American KitchenPrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• Central Phoenix
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4.9
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Sumnervip
Greater Boston •1 review
4.0
Dined 4 days ago
Overall fun vibe, the server did a nice job of being involved but not circling constantly given it was slower. I would recommend doing a better job holding up your dress code standards, gentlemen allowed to enter in sneakers, running shoes and golf shorts throw off the overall vibe. Food was good and drinks are high quality, but you can get both for less and no cover at similar venues
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Tell Your FriendsPrice: Very Expensive• Speakeasy• North Scottsdale
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4.3
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Jon
Phoenix / Arizona •11 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Such great food. I had the lamb vindeloo and it was delicious... only to then try the lamb Tikka masala which blew me away.
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Marigold Maison - PhoenixPrice: Moderate• Indian• North Central Phoenix
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4.4
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Victoria
Tucson •1 review
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
I went to the Mexicano pop up to celebrate a birthday and I was blown away. I’ve been to the original before and somehow the place got even better. This was probably the best service I’ve ever had. Constantly checked in on and was greeted with a smile. Eddy was our server and he was the best. Will be dining back soon!
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The MexicanoPrice: Expensive• Mexican• Central Phoenix
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4.3

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87 restaurants available nearby

1. The Mexicano

2. Marigold Maison - Phoenix

3. Zinc Bistro

4. Rusconi's American Kitchen

5. Tell Your Friends

6. POMO Pizzeria Napoletana - Scottsdale

7. La Hacienda at the Fairmont Scottsdale Princess

8. Tutti Santi Greenway Location - Scottsdale

9. Carbòn Mexican Eatery

10. Mamma Lucy

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