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Stone Rose: A Contemporary Bar and Lounge
Eric Clapton could be hanging out at the bar. Cindy Crawford might be relaxing on one of the chocolate-colored couches scattered around the room. You never know who you might find at the new Stone Rose at The Fairmont Scottsdale Princess Nightlife entrepreneurs Rande and Scott Gerber’s newest project is a contemporary bar and lounge. The cutting-edge design fuses the feel of the 1950s beach home - complete with sunken living room - with modern nightclub.

Barcelona: The Steakhouse
Arizona’s hot in the summer, but the hottest place in Scottsdale this summer is the newly launched Barcelona: The Steakhouse. Barcelona is definitely a fixture on the Scottsdale nightclub scene, but a new renowned chef will help make the restaurant just as popular.

Canal at SouthBridge: Haute cuisine meets haute couture
Scottsdale’s new SouthBridge development boasts an upscale collection of small boutiques and individually owned restaurants. One of the first eateries to open, Canal takes its name from the ancient waterway that still runs through downtown Scottsdale.

The Valley’s Best Sunday Brunches
What’s better than a lazy Sunday morning spent reading the newspaper, sipping a cup of coffee and smelling bacon sizzling in the kitchen? Going out for one of the Valley’s incredible brunches, sipping a cup of coffee, smelling bacon sizzling in someone else’s kitchen and feasting on bounty fit for a king or queen.

jade bar at Sanctuary on Camelback Mountain
jade bar is that rare place where all of your senses come alive. A space so tranquil and serene that it feels almost elusive. Sitting alongside elements restaurant at Sanctuary on Camelback Mountain, however, jade bar is anything but elusive. The staff is friendly and knowledgeable, the food is world-class, the outdoor patios and valley vistas are unparalleled and you can find pure martini bliss all just minutes off Scottsdale Road in Paradise Valley.

Kazimierz World Wine Bar
“The truth is inside.” So reads the sign over the nondescript wooden door at the entrance to Kazimierz World Wine Bar in Old Town Scottsdale. Step out of the heat and bright Arizona sun and back to the age of the speakeasy when you enter and you’ll quickly see that Kazimierz definitely offers a respite from the crazy world outside. Sipping a glass of out-of-this-world wine from one of the bar’s 3,000 bottles, you will definitely feel as if you’ve found the ultimate truth.

Taggia
If you’re looking for marinara sauce, tiramisu and a swinging nightclub, you don’t want to go to Taggia. If you’re looking for great coastal Italian cuisine, casual dining and top-shelf cocktails in a setting that takes you to Italy’s Mediterranean coast, then you’ll love Taggia.

LON’s at The Hermosa Inn
You’re tired. You have the middle-of-the-week doldrums. You want a spot to sit back, relax, enjoy the patio, and chat with a few friends. No music. No crushing dance floor. Just pure relaxation. The Mid-Week Wine Refresher at LON’s at The Hermosa Inn is just the right “hotspot” at which to chill.

Taste Ultra Lounge: Redefining Scottsdale’s Nightlife
Taste Ultra Lounge in Scottsdale is trying to redefine Scottsdale’s nightlife. With its blend of Asian influence inspired by TAO nightclub at The Venetian in Las Vegas and its boudoir feel derived from the crystal chandeliers and satin-covered beds lining the dance floor, the nightclub may just do that.

Christopher’s Fermier Brasserie and Paola’s Wine Bar
You walk in the front door of Christopher’s Fermier Brasserie and Paola’s Wine Bar and it feels like you’ve stepped into a neighborhood bar. The bartender serves p glasses of wine from the wine bar’s massive wine list. If you prefer, you can enjoy the full selection of top shelf liquors and specialty drinks. The sound of top 40 hits over the stereo provides a perfect after-work hang out. Sit back, relax on the second-floor patio and soak up the atmosphere at the trendy Biltmore Fashion Park.

Asia de Cuba: Great Food, Great Atmosphere
When you step past the gauzy white curtains of the front walk and into the luxurious white surroundings of the Mondrian Hotel Scottsdale, the serenity embraces you. As you make your way through the hotel’s foyer, past the blood red cave of the Red Bar, and descend downstairs to the shimmering white Asia de Cuba restaurant, you might think you’ve entered heaven. The atmosphere is Asia de Cuba, the new restaurant that just opened at the Mondrian, is heavenly, but the decadence of the specialty rum drinks and the elaborate desserts feels just a little sinful.

Jackrabbit Supper Club - New, Hip, Hot
Burlesque shows of yesteryear featured a parade of beautiful women, extravagant costumes, bawdy humor, and strip tease. Today’s New Burlesque emphasizes sexy rather than sex, and each performer focuses on style and costuming, often with her own loyal followers. Jackrabbit Supper Club, which opened in late 2006 in Old Town Scottsdale, offers that sexy, modern twist on the Burlesque shows of times past - complete with the beautiful women and an evening of unforgettable entertainment.

Crown Room: Old Town Scottsdale’s Gem
Crown Room in Old Town Scottsdale is a unique combination of upscale martini bar and neighborhood hangout. Crown Room caters to an upscale, young professional crowd, and service starts the minute you walk in the door.

Sapporo: Cool Blue Elegance
Earth. Air. Fire. Water. Four distinct elements define Sapporo, an Asian restaurant in North Scottsdale. Earth is the wood beam ceiling, granite tables, massive sandstone walls and entire structures of black river rock. Air is the cool blue lights that beckon you inside, the open patios, and expanses of glass. Fire is the torches lining the front, steam rising from the Teppan tables and blown glass in fiery oranges and reds. Water flows softly out of sandstone walls down granite slabs, and bubbles inside the strategically placed enormous aquariums.

Armitage Wine Lounge & Cafe
Start the evening with a glass of wine or a cocktail and share intimate conversation. As the night goes along, you’ll pick up the temp as the music gets louder and the lights dim. Armitage Wine Lounge & Cafe on market Street at DC Ranch offers all that and more. Armitage has the Old World ambiance that fits in on Market Place. Stroll under strings of shimmering white lights and find yourself on the Armitage patio. Inside is the perfect mix of neighborhood gathering spot and energized nightspot.

All That Jazz: Lobby Bar at the Hyatt Gainey Ranch
The smooth sounds flow through the night as you walk up to the softly-lit entrance of the Hyatt Regency Scottsdale Resort & Spa at Gainey Ranch. The volume amps up as you step into the main reception lobby. Stretching out below you is the Lobby Bar and Lounge, and a stage alive with some of the best jazz in the Valley.

Jalapenos: Desert Tradition Get SO Hot
Jalapeno’s Mexican Cafe, sitting at the corner of Scottsdale Road and Pinnacle Peak, has long been a North Scottsdale tradition. Now, Jalapeno’s is kicking up the heat with the Jalapeno’s Cantina.

La Rouge Lounge: Sexy Sophistication
From the moment you walk under the giant arch and enter La Rouge Lounge, you notice that it’s alive with vibrant hues of red, silk throw pillows in gold and purple, and accented with a wall of vodkas backlit with changing hues of subtle colors. Even the blood-red gladiolas in giant urns add to the sexy, yet elegant, atmosphere.

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