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Fat Ox

$50 and over

Italian

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2 people

Dec 23, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 43 times today

Experiences are available.

Good for special occasions
Lively
Great for fine wines

Inspired by the rich culinary history of the Bue Grasso (fat ox) Festival of Carrù Italy, Fat Ox serves modern interpretations of traditional Italian dishes from acclaimed local Chef /owner Matt Carter.

The sleek 7,000 sq/ft restaurant features hand made pastas crafted in house daily, slow-roasted meats and seafood, an international wine list and a full craft cocktail bar to make for a truly special experience.

The newly renovated front patio and our beautiful courtyard patio are the perfect place to enjoy the fall weather.

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Executive chef: Matt Carter

From the OpenTable editors: Award-winning chef Matt Carter of The Mission digs into rustic Italian cuisine at the deeply satisfying Fat Ox. The modern dining room spans a hefty 7,000 square feet, kitted out in saddle leather and dark woods. Feast on fresh pasta and roasted meats, including a 25-layer lasagna and 40-ounce porterhouse. The family-style menu is fun for a crew, rolling out four courses from antipasti to dolce.

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Dining style
Fine Dining
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Italian, Steakhouse, Contemporary Italian
Hours of operation
Happy Hour Daily 3:30 pm–6:30 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:30 pm
Phone number
(480) 307-6900
Website
http://www.ilovefatox.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Resort Casual
Private party facilities
Fat Ox boasts both private- and semi-private, as well as indoor and outdoor options for hosting your special events. Behind a beautiful sliding wooden doors imported from Italy, our Rosso Room provides a private space for up to 50 seated guests, with an outdoor patio that is perfect for a standing or seated cocktail reception and/or seating for an additional 50 guests. The Fireplace room can seat up to 40 guests with a curtain providing visual separation from the restaurant for a semi-private event. Our chefs can craft a tasting, choice of or family-style menu from our award-wining Modern Italian cuisine that will wow your guests.
Private party contact
Tamara Thomson: (866) 944-1909

Location
6316 N Scottsdale Rd., Scottsdale, AZ 85253-5417
Neighborhood
Central Scottsdale
Cross street
Scottsdale Road and Lincoln Dr in Scottsdale
Parking details
There is ample parking in front of the building with convenient access off both Scottsdale Road and Lincoln Drive.
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Experiences

New Year's Eve Chef's Dinner
$150.00 per person
Dec 31, 2024 only
Chef's four course choice of menu $150.00 per person plus tax. We will not be offering our dinner menu this evening.

Offers

Aperitivo Hour
Multiple dates available
Sun - Thu - 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM,Fri - Sat - 4:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Cheers to the happiest hour of the day. Aperitivo Hour starts at 4pm and goes till 6pm in the bar only! Come join us daily for specials on libations and bites.

Popular dishes

Insalata della Casa$10.00
pancetta, organic local greens, brussels sprouts, pomegranate, walnut, gorgonzola, aged balsamic
Ox Caesar$10.00
gem lettuce, white balsamic, anchovy, tomato crouton Parmesan, basil, capers, evo
Veal Meatballs$10.00
Giusto polenta, San Marzano tomato, basil, Parmesan
Affettati Misti$26.00
grilled Noble bread, prosciutto di San Daniele, Levoni D.O.P. cured meats, seasonal Italian cheese, cured olives, Calabrian butter, Ox mostarda, giardiniera
Rosso Creste Di Gallo$26.00
red wine, dandelion greens, duck sausage, mushroom, huckleberry
Gigli$18.00
San Marzano tomato, evo, garlic, basil, Parmesan

Main Courses

Brick Grilled Organic Chicken
piadina, arugula, caper vinaigrette, Ox hot sauce
- Half$24.00
- Full$48.00
8oz Linz Prime Filet*$46.00
smoked confit potato, shallot-thyme crumble, Barolo demi
Ora King Salmon$42.00
black pepper, dill, porcini, savoy spinach, radish, sake supreme
20oz Linz Reserve Ribeye$85.00
Jimmy Nardello peppers, charred cipollini onions, aged balsamic

Sides

$12

Roasted Brussels
apple cider, crescenza fonduta, almond
Cacio e Pepe Giustos Polenta
Parmesan fonduta, toasted black pepper, Benza olio
Roasted Mushrooms$12.00
herb butter, pine nut crumble

Desserts

$12

Passion Fruit Tart$12.00
burro marrone sable, strawberry sorbetto, Italian meringue, milk crumble
Banana Tiramisu
Peaches and Creme Budino$12.00

What 3,616 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.7Service
4.6Ambience
4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Fat Ox offers a delightful dining experience with "amazing food" and "impeccable service." Known for its delectable Italian dishes, the restaurant features a lively atmosphere perfect for special occasions. Highlights include the "grilled octopus" and "tiramisu." While some portions are smaller, the quality and ambiance make it a must-visit.

3,616 Reviews

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Caleb
Phoenix
25 reviews
3.0
25 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
The food was good but not great. The quantity of the food was certainly not worth the price. The entire table agreed that the best item was the complimentary bread and butter before the meal. Honestly it was amazing bread and I’ll definitely go back for the bread and a drink. The service was good but the management and server somehow missed the memo that we were celebrating a big birthday for a friend who flew in from NY. That was disappointing.
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Lord Patrick
VIP
Phoenix
15 reviews
5.0
15 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Met some friends for dinner. We enjoyed a cocktail at the Bar before we were seated. The service was excellent. Once seated our server Evan was amazing. He was very knowledgeable of the menu and was attentive. The food was really great. I had the Shortrib with a side of Polenta. Absolutely delicious. They had an extensive Wine list with some of our favorite Italian wines. We're definitely returning and requesting him as our server.
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Denise
VIP
Phoenix
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
As always an amazing experience from the minute we walked in!! Food was very flavorful, wine choices excellent!
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Jackie
Phoenix
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing food and service! One of the top Scottsdale restaurants
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Sofia
Washington DC
4 reviews
2.0
4 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 2
2. Food 1
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
I had the 25 layer lasagna, it was the worst food I have ever eaten. The flavoring was all wrong and the menu description was misleading. The broccolini was charred which was said in the menu, but it was the flavor that was absolutely awful. We had a starter salad that was good, but overall the food was horrible and overpriced. What they are hoping to achieve with the flavors did not work . Overall, would never dine here again.
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Al
Phoenix
14 reviews
5.0
14 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Creative menu, outstanding service… ALWAYS EXCELLENT!!!
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Morgan
Los Angeles
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 11, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Everything about the Fat Ox was great! The food was incredible ( especially the brick grilled chicken and cacio e Pepe ) the beef carpaccio was also stellar!
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Scott
Las Vegas
2 reviews
2.0
2 reviews
Dined on December 11, 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
Oxtail was dry & not very good. I probably should’ve told the server, but I did not. We were celebrating our anniversary. My son had scallops and they were fishy. Ambulance was beautiful when I go back probably not. Short ribs
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Denise
Phoenix
18 reviews
5.0
18 reviews
Dined on December 11, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We did the first 2 courses family style and that was a good balance to the entrees. Our server also happened to be sommelier which was helpful when selecting a wine that paired well with the different entrees selected. Sydney was our server and she was terrific.
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Nathan
El Paso
11 reviews
5.0
11 reviews
Dined on December 10, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great service, beautiful ambient, tasty food, wide variety of house drinks.
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FAQs

Fat Ox is rated 4.7 stars by 3616 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 23, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 43 times today

Experiences are available.

6316 N Scottsdale Rd., Scottsdale, AZ 85253-5417

Additional information

Cross street
Scottsdale Road and Lincoln Dr in Scottsdale
Neighborhood
Central Scottsdale
Hours of operation
Happy Hour Daily 3:30 pm–6:30 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:30 pm
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Italian, Steakhouse, Contemporary Italian
Dining style
Fine Dining
Dress code
Resort Casual
Parking details
There is ample parking in front of the building with convenient access off both Scottsdale Road and Lincoln Drive.
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.ilovefatox.com/
Phone number
(480) 307-6900
Private party facilities
Fat Ox boasts both private- and semi-private, as well as indoor and outdoor options for hosting your special events. Behind a beautiful sliding wooden doors imported from Italy, our Rosso Room provides a private space for up to 50 seated guests, with an outdoor patio that is perfect for a standing or seated cocktail reception and/or seating for an additional 50 guests. The Fireplace room can seat up to 40 guests with a curtain providing visual separation from the restaurant for a semi-private event. Our chefs can craft a tasting, choice of or family-style menu from our award-wining Modern Italian cuisine that will wow your guests.
Private party contact
Tamara Thomson: (866) 944-1909

Fat Ox

Make a reservation

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Private dining

Additional information

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New Year's Eve Chef's Dinner

Aperitivo Hour

Branzino

25 LAYER LASAGNA

Ox Caesar Salad

Family Meal

Whipped Ricotta with Ox Pane

Caesar Salad

Meatball and Gigli Bake

Brick Grilled Organic Chicken w/ Ox House Sauce, Salsa Verde, Caper Vinaigrette

Cacio e Pepe Polenta

Brussels Sprouts

Tiramisu

From the Kitchen

First Courses

Insalata della Casa$10.00

Ox Caesar$10.00

Veal Meatballs$10.00

Affettati Misti$26.00

Rosso Creste Di Gallo$26.00

Gigli$18.00

Main Courses

Brick Grilled Organic Chicken

8oz Linz Prime Filet*$46.00

Ora King Salmon$42.00

20oz Linz Reserve Ribeye$85.00

Sides

Roasted Brussels

Cacio e Pepe Giustos Polenta

Roasted Mushrooms$12.00

Desserts

Passion Fruit Tart$12.00

Banana Tiramisu

Peaches and Creme Budino$12.00

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Review summary

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