Food Guide: Arizona’s Top Restaurants Near Wander Camelback Mountain

Phoenix Arizona boasts a diverse culinary scene, offering innovative Arizona cuisine, wood-fired specialties, and upscale steakhouse fare to satisfy every palate. Explore sophisticated eateries in the nearby suburbs celebrated for their award-winning wine programs and seasonal menus, featuring globally inspired dishes with locally sourced ingredients. Indulge in elevated contemporary cuisine highlighting seafood and prime cuts for a memorable dining experience in this vibrant city. Keep reading for our top 3 suggestions near Wander Camelback Mountain:

FnB Restaurant

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• Distance from Wander: 3 miles 

• Location: 7125 E 5th Ave #31, Scottsdale, AZ 85251

• Hours: 5PM-10Pm Tuesday-Saturday; Closed Sunday & Monday 

• Phone: (480) 284-4777

• Website: http://www.fnbrestaurant.com/ 

FnB, situated in the heart of downtown Scottsdale's Craftsman Court, is renowned for its creative Arizona cuisine and pioneering wine program. Since opening in 2009, FnB has garnered national acclaim for Chef Charleen Badman's globally inspired menus, showcasing the best of Arizona's agricultural bounty. FnB offers an impressive Arizona-only wine selection featuring over a hundred local wineries, complemented by a rotating menu of international wines on the Plan B list.

Maple & Ash

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• Distance from Wander: 2.5 miles

• Location: 7135 E Camelback Rd #130, Scottsdale, AZ 85251

• Hours: Brunch: 10AM-1PM Saturday & Sunday; Dinner: 5PM-10PM Sunday- Thursday, 4:30PM-11M Friday, 5PM-11PM Saturday 

• Phone: (480) 400-8888

• Website: https://www.mapleandash.com/ 

Maple & Ash, located in an upscale setting, offers an enticing array of salads and starters featuring flavorful combinations like crispy bacon and blue cheese in the Maple & Ash Wedge, or wood-fired beets with arugula and herb crema. Indulge in dry-aged meatballs with caramelized tomato sauce or the unique Wagyu Beef Carpaccio with king crab and truffle. For those craving seafood, enjoy fire-roasted selections like the Seafood Tower or the Fire-Roasted Chicken served with spring onion and salsa verde. The menu also boasts a variety of wood-fired steaks and chops, including a 28-Day Dry-Aged Bone-In Ribeye and classic Steak Frites. Enhance your meal with decadent sides such as Black Truffle Loaded Potato or Brussels Sprouts with maple bacon and chili. Maple & Ash offers a comprehensive dining experience with a diverse range of flavors and dishes cooked over live wood fire.

Prado Restaurant

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• Distance from Wander: 4.4 miles 

• Location: 4949 E Lincoln Dr, Scottsdale, AZ 85253

• Hours: Breakfast: 7AM-11AM Monday-Thursday, 7AM-12Pm Friday; 7AM-10AM Saturday & Sunday; Brunch: 10AM-2PM Saturday & Sunday; Dinner: 5PM-9PM Sunday-Thursday, 5PM-10PM Friday & Saturday

• Phone: (480) 627-3004

• Website: https://www.omnihotels.com/hotels/scottsdale-montelucia/dining/prado 

Prado offers an exquisite dining experience featuring Mediterranean-inspired wood-fired cuisine sourced from Arizona's finest ingredients. Immerse yourself in the culture of Andalusia through Prado's unique cooking techniques and curated wine list, which highlight the essence of Spanish tradition. Whether indoors or al fresco with stunning views of Camelback Mountain, Prado's ambiance evokes an old-world charm, perfect for savoring tapas or indulging in their diverse selection of large plates and brunch offerings.

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