Best Brunch in Scottsdale (2025)
Arcadia Farms Cafe
Cafe · Scottsdale
A longtime Old Town charmer (since 1990) with a leafy patio, French-leaning plates, and a pastry basket locals swear by. Recently recognized by the Blue Zones Project, it doubles down on seasonality and community ties. Praised by Zagat and The Arizona Republic.
The Mission Old Town
Latin American restaurant · Scottsdale
Chef Matt Carter’s modern Latin landmark turns mesquite and pecan smoke into weekend-brunch magic—think chilaquiles, pork belly, and tableside guac. Featured in Condé Nast Traveler and highlighted by national critics as essential Old Town dining.
ZuZu
American restaurant · Scottsdale
A mid-century icon’s signature restaurant where brunch brings crowd favorites, an indulgent drinks program, and even Blue Zones-minded options. Frequently praised by local press; its brunch has become as classic as the hotel itself.
The Canal Club
American restaurant · Scottsdale
Inside The Scott Resort, this Cuban–Caribbean-leaning spot serves daily brunch with Havana-influenced dishes, lush greenery, and a locals’ lounge vibe. A reliable, independently run resort restaurant with deep Old Town ties.
SugarJam The Southern Kitchen
Southern restaurant (US) · Scottsdale
Chef-owner Dana Dumas’ party-leaning Southern brunch—DJ on weekends, soulful plates all week. Phoenix New Times named it Best Brunch in 2024; the Grand Marnier–kissed French toast and shrimp ’n’ grits keep the crowds coming.
Perk Eatery
Brunch restaurant · Sunset Ridge I
Family-run and fiercely local, Perk dishes out Southwest-tinged classics—breakfast enchiladas, Wine Country French toast—that earned a spotlight on Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives. A North Scottsdale stalwart with real neighborhood spirit.
The Thumb
Barbecue restaurant · Scottsdale
Part gas station, part bakery and BBQ counter, entirely Scottsdale. Breakfast tacos and the cult-favorite Pigs ’n’ Grits make a quirky, delicious brunch. Featured on Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives and revisited on Triple D Nation.
Daily Dose Old Town Bar & Grill
Breakfast restaurant · Scottsdale
Locally owned since 2008, Daily Dose packs Old Town with Cinnamon Roll Pancakes, Breakfast Nachos, and spiked coffee drinks. Praised by local tourism and lifestyle outlets for scratch cooking and a friendly neighborhood feel.
JL Patisserie
Patisserie · Scottsdale
Chef Jenna Leurquin’s French bakery-café turns out impeccable croissants, quiche, and seasonal tarts—ideal for a lighter, pastry-forward brunch. Recognized as a James Beard Awards semifinalist for Outstanding Bakery.
The Herb Box
Restaurant · Scottsdale
A Scottsdale original known for seasonal produce, vibrant salads, hearty scrambles, and shared plates. Weekend brunch draws locals to its Fifth Avenue patio. A community mainstay with three decades of roots.
JoJo Coffeehouse Breakfast & Brunch
Breakfast restaurant · Scottsdale
Independently owned brunch-and-coffee spot with live music on weekend late mornings, plus coffee and mimosa flights. A lively Old Town hangout spotlighted by local media for its community-driven programming.