Cala Scottsdale

4.3

1126 Reviews

$31 to $50

Mediterranean

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2 people

Mar 26, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 55 times today

Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

Hot spot
Lively
Good for special occasions

Named after a tiny beach cove street, Cala Road in Mallorca, with the most impressive views of the Mediterranean Sea, Cala is the dynamic vision of Clive Collective.

Highlighting the freshest seasonal ingredients inspired by local organic farmers and in partnership with renowned Scottsdale Visionary, Chef Beau MacMillan delivers on coastal flavors with a desert flare for an elevated dining experience that transports you straight to the Mediterranean.

Completed with wines curated from exceptional vineyards, paired with Spanish and Italian influences, Cala is truly the only way to enjoy the best that Scottsdale has to offer.

The atmosphere is unmatched. In 2022 Cala was awarded "Best New Restaurant" by Phoenix New Times and the Gold Key Winner for 'Excellence in Hospitality Design.' In 2023, awarded "Top Best Restaurants" by Phoenix New Times.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Mediterranean, Italian, American
Hours of operation
Mon–Wed, Sun 7:00 am–11:00 pm Thu–Sat 7:00 am–12:00 am
Phone number
(602) 241-2742
Website
http://www.calascottsdale.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
Peter McQuaid
Catering
Please email info@calascottsdale.com for inquiries and catering information.
Private party facilities
Large parties, partial and full buyout options available. Please email info@calascottsdale.com for more information.

Location
7501 E Camelback Rd, Scottsdale, AZ 85251-3510
Neighborhood
Central Scottsdale
Parking details
Valet
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Experiences

Luxe Brunch by CALA
Multiple dates available
A brunch experience like no other—Cala Scottsdale is redefining luxury Saturdays with entertainment, signature dishes, and Instagram-worthy moments. Here’s how we’ll make Luxe Brunch the must-attend event every Saturday. Key Features: Roaming Saxophone Player from 1 PM - 3 PM to add a live music vibe. Sparklers & Napkin Twirl: Every Saturday, at 12 PM & 1:30 PM, sparklers light up and guests join in a celebratory napkin twirl to our signature anthem for that authentic overseas vacation feel. Scottsdale's Biggest Espresso Martini: Our show-stopping giant espresso martini is the ultimate feature as it is larger than life. Live DJ: Setting the vibe from 11 AM - 2 PM with music that turns the brunch into a party
Margarita Mondays | Your Monday Just Got Better!
Multiple dates available
Monday just became your new favorite day of the week. Here at Cala we're offering $1 Margherita Pizza with purchase of our Tour de Margarita' flight featuring 4 specialty flavored margaritas. Every Monday from 4 PM - Close! We'll see you shortly!

Offers

Happy Hour: Monday to Friday, 4 PM – 6 PM
Multiple dates available
Sun - 5:00 PM - 5:00 PM,Tue - Thu - 5:00 PM - 5:00 PM,Sat - 5:00 PM - 5:00 PM
ALL ITEMS UNDER $10 - Shareables, Hand Stretched Pizza, Cala Burger Cocktails, Beer, and Wine 4 PM - 6 PM | WEEKDAYS

Popular dishes

Flaming Saganaki$21.00
fried kasseri cheese, kalamata olive, lemon, housemade focaccia, greek brandy
Peruvian Scallop Crudo$26.00
banana mango aguachile, smoked peanut salsa macha, passionfruit pearls
Muhammara$13.00
Spicy roasted red pepper dip, walnuts, garlic, lemon
Ahi Tuna Tartare$26.00
Chilled summer melon, mint, aji amarillo, pickled jalapeno, garlic crunch, levain crostinis
Mediterranean Chopped (vg)$17.00
fregola, butter olives, heirloom radish, wild rocket, pistachio, pecorino romano, toasted gremolata, golden balsamic vinaigrette
Fennel & Citrus Salad (vg)$17.00
little gem lettuce, treviso, aged parmesan, toasted walnut, honey tarragon vinaigrette
Artisan Salumi & Cheese Board$24.00
chef’s selection of sliced cured meats and artisan cheeses, seasonal accouterments, walnut crostini
Feta Tzatziki (vg)$16.00
cala crudite vegetables, toasted pita crisps, sesame seed, dill
Hummus (v)$14.00
marinated chickpeas, za'atar, pita bread
Roasted Cauliflower (vg)$4.00
mediterranean spice, red pepper romesco, lemon aioli, feta, toasted almonds
Whipped Ricotta (vg)$15.00
garlic and black pepper focaccia, basil pesto
The Giant Sicilian Meatball$26.00
wagyu beef, smoked bacon marinara, truffled ricotta, grilled garlic toast

HAND STRETCHED PIZZA

Margherita (vg)$21.00
whole milk mozzarella, san marzano tomatoes, basil, evoo
Funghi (vg)$26.00
black truffle & wild mushrooms, mozzarella, feta, parmesan reggiano, carmelized shallot, chives
Insalada (vg)$26.00
heirloom tomato bruschetta, wild arugula, balsamic honey, parmigiano
The Calabrese$26.00
spicy salami, whole milk mozzarella, san marzano tomatoes, pecorino romano

HOUSEMADE PASTA

Spaghetti Ai Gamberi$32.00
gulf shrimp, heirloom tomatoes, capers, evoo, lemon, fresh basil
Wagyu Bolognese$34.00
local TERRA Heritage wagyu beef, pork, veal, red wine, thyme tomato–can be made vegan with red lentil bolognese $23
Lumache a la Vodka$26.00
crispy pancetta, heirloom tomato, vodka sauce
Pacchetti $26.00
italian sausage, english sweet peas, green asparagus, oregano, parmesan reggiano

ENTREES

Linz Reserve 18 oz Ribeye Chop (gf)$65.00
gorgonzola fonduta, roasted cipollini onion, balsamic basil agrodolce
Pacific Swordfish$42.00
braised gigante beans, smoked paprika chorizo broth, shaved fennel & orange salad
Moroccan Chicken$38.00
green olive & preserved lemon jus, roasted fingerling potatoes and heirloom squash, chickpeas, sesame seed dukkah, apricot
Harrissa Glazed Salmon$34.00
sweet corn puree, roasted baby potatoes, bloomsdale spinach, caramelized onion
Pork Milanese$36.00
arugula basil salad, heirloom tomato shaved pecorino, citrus caper butter
Tamarind Braised Lamb Shank$44.00
harissa honey glazed carrots crispy garlic, feta dill yogurt, cilantro

DESSERT

Lemon Butter Cake$16.00
citrus custard, pine nut crumble, lavender sorbet
Dark Chocolate Semifred$16.00
espresso cremeux, frangelico chocolate sauce, cocoa sable, salted toffee gelato
Strawberry Pavlova$16.00
pound cake croutons, variations of strawberry, mint, whipped cream
Dulce De Leche Cheesecake$16.00
salted pretzel crust, chantilly cream, brown sugar tuile, fresh raspberries

What 1,126 people are saying

Cala Scottsdale reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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4.3

4.3 based on recent ratings

4.3Food
4.2Service
4.4Ambience
4Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Cala Scottsdale offers a vibrant dining experience with its "great ambiance and delicious food." The atmosphere is lively, making it perfect for celebrations and social gatherings. The "service was wonderful," and standout dishes include the lamb shank and tzatziki app. Despite occasional noise, the "cool vibes" and creative menu options make it a highly recommended spot.

1,126 Reviews

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Richard63 VIP
Phoenix16 reviews
4.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
Rare outing with good friends
Cala ScottsdaleResponded 2 days ago
Dear Richard, We’re honored you chose us for a special outing with good friends. Thank you for spending your time with us, and we hope to welcome you back again soon for another memorable experience. The Cala Scottsdale Team
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Laurel VIP
Las Vegas20 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Such a fun night! We had appetizers, pasta and yummy wine. You waiter was fabulous and brought us a round of shots with a fun sparkler. It is LOUD but so fun and incredible people watching AND the dessert is so good!
Cala ScottsdaleResponded 1 day ago
Dear Laurel, We’re so glad you had a fun night with us! It sounds like you made the most of the energy, bites, and bubbles. Thank you for the kind words about your server—we’ll be sure to pass them along. Hope to see you back again soon for another round (with sparklers, of course)! The Cala Scottsdale Team
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Lindsey VIP
New Mexico1 review
4.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 1
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
Unfortunately the food was extremely salty and inedible. It felt as if they dropped the salt shaker into the dish.
Cala ScottsdaleResponded 2 days ago
Dear Lindsey, We’re truly sorry to hear the dish you had was over-salted. That’s not the experience we aim to deliver, and we appreciate you letting us know. If you’d be open to it, please reach out to our manager, Francesco. You can also contact us through our website or by phone—we’d love a chance to make things right. The Cala Scottsdale Team
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Amy VIP
San Francisco34 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Beautiful place with trees, plants, cool lighting. We stayed at the hotel so got to eat here for breakfast and dinner. Food was great both meals!!! This place is hopping at dinner time, outdoor seating, cool vibes, highly recommend!
Cala ScottsdaleResponded 4 days ago
Hi Amy, We’re so glad you enjoyed both breakfast and dinner with us during your stay! Thanks for the kind words about the food, ambiance, and vibe—it means a lot to hear. Hope we get to welcome you back again soon! The Cala Scottsdale Team
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OpenTable Diner
Phoenix1 review
1.0
Dined on March 18, 2025
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 5
The restaurant looks fancy, but the food is mediocre at best. The menu is limited, prices are outrageously high, and service is painfully slow. Definitely not worth the money—a total rip-off!
Cala ScottsdaleResponded 7 days ago
Dear Guest, We’re sorry to hear that your experience did not meet your expectations. We strive to provide excellent food, service, and value, and it’s disappointing to know we missed the mark. We’d appreciate the opportunity to learn more and make things right—please reach out to our manager through our website or by phone. Warm regards, The Cala Scottsdale Team
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Christine
Unspecified1 review
1.0
Dined on March 15, 2025
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
Would NOT recommend. From service, to pricing to quality this place is terrible. Came for brunch and ended up leaving after having only one $23 svedka Bloody Mary. Wouldn’t take my worst enemy here. Soooo many better brunch places in old town Scottsdale.
Cala ScottsdaleResponded on March 17, 2025
Dear Christine, We’re sorry to hear that your experience was disappointing, and we appreciate your feedback. This is not the impression we want to leave, and we’d love the chance to learn more. Please reach out to our manager, Francesco, through our website or give us a call—we’d appreciate the opportunity to make things right. The Cala Scottsdale Team
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PATTY VIP
Orange County2 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 15, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The energy was evident from the moment we walked in the door! Although the hostess on duty was less than exuberant, the rest of the staff especially our server, Jordan, were so friendly and accommodating and more than made up for it! This was our first time at CALA and we came to their Saturday Brunch to celebrate our friend's birthday! The ambience was so fun and lively and the decor is so beautiful and inviting - we all really loved it! Add in the fun factor, the great service and super delicious and innovative food options, and you've got a party! Thank you for a truly wonderful afternoon of celebrating and great food and drinks! Highly recommend!
Cala ScottsdaleResponded 7 days ago
Dear Patty, Thank you for celebrating with us! We're thrilled you felt the energy from the moment you walked in and that Jordan and the rest of the team made your experience so enjoyable. We appreciate your kind words about the ambiance, food, and service. Your feedback means the world to us, and we can’t wait to welcome you back for another lively brunch! Warm regards, The Cala Scottsdale Team
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Emily
Denver1 review
2.0
Dined on March 15, 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 5
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 3
The food was great & our server was nice, but the management completely ruined the experience. I went with 4 friends to dinner and literally 2-3 minutes after paying our bill, the manager came over to tell us there was another reservation for that table. We told him we would finish our drinks and head out. Then, another man came over and told us the same thing. The first man, Nate then comes over for a second time.. mind you this was all in a span of like 15 minutes. This time, Nate was incredibly rude. He told us to leave and when one of the girls asked his name he put his hand across the table to “shake hands” in a completely condescending manner. I understand that there are reservation time limits, but 3 of my friends still had half full drinks.. you should allow reasonable time to finish them. It’s not like anyone wants to chug a martini. Typically, a manager is supposed to make sure that the restaurant guest are having a good experience, but this guy took our positive experience and ruined it.
Cala ScottsdaleResponded on March 15, 2025
Dear Emily, Thank you for sharing your experience. While we’re glad you enjoyed the food and service, we’re truly sorry that your evening ended on a frustrating note. We always aim for a smooth and hospitable experience, and we regret that you felt rushed. We’d love the chance to discuss this further—please reach out to our manager through our website or give us a call. The Cala Scottsdale Team
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Francina VIP
Chicago14 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 14, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Everything was great. Wish we had gotten seated in a place that wasn’t by the speakers but overall it was a great experience
Cala ScottsdaleResponded on March 14, 2025
Dear Francina, We’re so glad you had a great experience with us! We appreciate your feedback about the seating, and we’ll keep that in mind for future visits—just let us know, and we’ll do our best to accommodate. Looking forward to welcoming you back again soon! The Cala Scottsdale Team
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Manjula
Phoenix2 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 13, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great service and great food, we ordered 3-4 dishes and shared with 4 people. Service was excellent.
Cala ScottsdaleResponded on March 14, 2025
Dear Manjula, Thank you for your kind words! We’re thrilled to hear you enjoyed both the food and service while sharing a great meal with friends. We appreciate you dining with us and look forward to welcoming you back soon! The Cala Scottsdale Team
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FAQs

Cala Scottsdale offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (602) 241-2742.

Cala Scottsdale is rated 4.3 stars by 1126 OpenTable diners.

Cala Scottsdale does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.