What are some tips you could give to someone who is dining at a Mexican style restaurant to keep their meal nutritionally dense?

Use guacamole as a 'sauce' instead of sour cream . Limit the tortillas, rice and refried beans to minimize the calorie-dense ingredients that aren't as nutrient-rich. Fresh fish. Many authentic Mexican restaurants offer this as a clean and simple dish -- just grilled or sautéed with olive oil, garlic, lime and peppers.

Is parking free at Scottsdale Quarter?

Covered Parking Find a parking spot easily in one of the parking garages located on the north, south and southeast sides of the property. Parking at The Quarter is always FREE !

What is the best food to eat at a Mexican restaurant?

From classic favorites like tacos and enchiladas to lesser-known options like tamales and street corn salad (Elote), there's something delicious and unique for everyone to try.

How do you make Mexican food taste like restaurant?

Another way to make Mexican food more authentic is to use traditional cooking methods . For example, try cooking your meat over an open flame or using a comal (a flat griddle) for cooking your tortillas. You can also use a molcajete with a tortilla basket to bring out flavors from vegetables and spices.

Can you get around Scottsdale without a car?

Scottsdale's trolley system connects riders to entertainment, shopping, dining, schools, parks, libraries, community centers and more . The trolley offers three fixed routes with connections to Valley Metro Transit and the Tempe Orbit.

Are dogs allowed in Scottsdale Quarter?

Bring your pet along, Scottsdale Quarter is pet friendly . Not all retailers welcome pets in their stores, so please check before entering. All pets must be on a leash at all times.

Is parking free in Old Town Scottsdale?

Many downtown streets allow curbside parking. On-street parking is completely free, only time restrictions are enforced . Read the signs carefully for these! In addition to free parking at downtown lots and garages, many businesses provide their own complimentary parking!

What is a good tip at a Mexican restaurant?

Restaurants. In restaurants, 15% of a check is a good rule of thumb to follow; if you're in a big group you may find that a service fee is automatically added to the check (look out for that). If you feel you have been given particularly great service, 20% will be greatly appreciated.

What is the healthiest option at a Mexican restaurant?

With a few simple switches and modifications, you can find nutritious food on just about every Mexican menu without skimping on taste and flavor. In general, more nutritious options include fajitas, bean burritos, grilled chicken dishes, and soft tacos .

What is the dining etiquette in Mexican culture?

Dining Etiquette: Do not begin eating until the host says, “Buen provecho!” Mexicans do not switch knives and forks. The knife remains in the right hand, and the for remains in the left. When the meal is finished, the knife and fork are laid parallel to each other across the right side of the plate.

Mexican food to milkshakes: Here's your guide to all the restaurants at Scottsdale Quarter (2024)

For over a decade, the Scottsdale Quarter has served as the lively, if a bit more lowkey of the Scottsdale shopping, dining and entertainment hubs. In contrast to the popular, but slightly overwhelming Scottsdale Fashion Square mall to the south, Scottsdale Quarter is a more relaxed outdoor mall with popular stores like Lululemon and Urban Outfitters and a slew of dining options from upscale restaurants serving steak, pasta and seafood to health-focused grab and go acai bowls and juices and over-the-top snacks like custom-filled cream puffs and extravagant milkshakes. —

Where Scottsdale Road serves as the dividing line between Phoenix and north Scottsdale, it also divides two neighboring malls, the combination of which is one serious dining hub. If you're looking for a guide to the restaurants at neighboring Kierland Commons, you can find that here.

Here's your guide to all the restaurants at the Scottsdale Quarter.

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Arboleda

One of the Scottsdale Quarter's newest restaurants, Arboleda is an upscale eatery serving Mediterranean-inspired dishes from crudos to pasta and paella, including squid ink fettucine, tuna tartar and charred octopus.

Details: 15345 N. Scottsdale Road, Suite K1-100, Scottsdale. 480-701-1007,arboledaaz.com.

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Beard Papa's

Beard Papa's cream puffs make for an excellent mall snack to enjoy while you window shop. First choose a shell, like original, chocolate eclair, green tea eclair or honey butter, then choose either vanilla, green tea or chocolate filling. Other dessert options include creme brulee, fondant and mini cheesecake.

Details: 15147 N. Scottsdale Road, Suite H102, Scottsdale. 480-572-1081, beardpapas.com/scottsdale-quarter.

Bubble Bee

Bubble Bee sells tea-based blended, fruity and creamy drinks with fruity jellies, fruity poppers and organic honey boba.

Details: 15147 N. Scottsdale Road, Scottsdale. 480-881-3588, facebook.com/mybubblebeehive.

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Creamistry

Creamistry's liquid nitrogen ice cream flavors include matcha green tea, milk coffee and strawberry. One of the shop's specialties is the croffle, or croissant waffle, topped with ice cream and other toppings such as cookie crumbs, fruit or cereal.

Details: 15345 N. Scottsdale Road, Scottsdale. 480-912-5100,creamistry.com.

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Culinary Dropout

Culinary Dropout's menu highlights include 36-hour pork ribs, chicken pasta, Korean style ribeye cap and spicy vegan curry. They also offer sandwiches like crispy chicken katsu or turkey pastrami, and Detroit-style pan pizzas.

Details: 15125 N. Scottsdale Road, Scottsdale. 480-653-9701, culinarydropout.com.

Dominick's Steakhouse

Dominick's never disappoints when it comes to prime steaks and fresh seafood. Dine poolside on the restaurant's rooftop patio, at the marble-topped bar or inside one of several luxuriously appointed dining rooms.

Details:15169 N. Scottsdale Road, Scottsdale. 480-272-7271,dominickssteakhouse.com.

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Eddie V's Prime Seafood

Eddie V's serves fresh fish delivered daily from Block Island, George Banks and the Caribbean. The large dinner menu is split into sections: shellfish including oysters, shrimp, crab and lobster; appetizers including steak tartare, yellowtail sashimi and Kung Pao calamari; a second course of Maine lobster bisque, Ceasar salad or heirloom tomato and burrata; prime seafood such as Chilean sea bass, Norwegian salmon and ahi tuna; several sizes and cuts of premium steaks; and sides including truffle mac and cheese, crab fried rice with mushrooms and scallions and au gratin cheddar potatoes.

Details: 15323 N. Scottsdale Road, Scottsdale. 480-730-4800, eddiev.com.

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Etta

Chicago-based Etta is known for wood-fired entrees like French dip, steak frites, a crispy chicken sandwich, grilled branzino and the Etta smash burger. Other menu options include pastas, pizzas, salads and after 5 p.m., roasted half chicken or 40-ounce hearth-roasted short rib.

Details: 15301 N. Scottsdale Road, Scottsdale. 480-939-4444, ettarestaurant.com.

Grimaldi's Pizzeria

Grimaldi's New York-style pizzas come in traditional and not-so-traditional combinations like margherita, smoked brisket, prosciutto arugula, garden pesto and Quatro Formaggi. They also offer gluten-free and cauliflower-crust options.

Details: 15147 N. Scottsdale Road, Suite H-135, Scottsdale. 480-596-4070, grimaldispizzeria.com.

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Jeni's Splendid Ice Creams (Coming Soon)

Ohio-based, James Beard Award-winner Jeni Britton made her Arizona ice cream debut in March with the opening of her first scoop shop in Scottsdale. Her next location will soon be open at the Scottsdale Quarter. Jeni's menu features flavors like salted peanut butter and chocolate and rainbow frozen yogurt, plus a fewdairy-free ice creams and sorbets. Each bowl comes with a triangle of buttercrisp waffle.

Details:jenis.com.

Jojo's Shake Bar

Jojo's Shake Bar plays up the nostalgia with 80s and 90s themed decor, from the arcade game tables to the walk-up window. The over-the-top milkshake options include the Wonder Years blueberry shake with candy marshmallows, gummy candy ribbon and cotton candy. Or try the Chocolate Nirvana chocolate Oreo shake with a double chocolate donut hole, double chocolate marshmallow, a chocolate chip cookie and Bailey's Irish cream. Other menu items include floats, hot chocolate and extravagant ice cream bars, including some made with alcohol.

Details: 15027 N. Scottsdale Road, Scottsdale. jojosshakebar.com.

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Juby True

True Food Kitchen's spin-off concept Juby True offers nutrient packed smoothies, snacks, teas and coffee at a walk-up window outside the restaurant.

Liz Modern Asian

Liz Modern Asian serves traditional and modern Chinese dishes and Asian BBQ such as Asian BBQ brisket, BBQ pork and roast pork belly, salt and pepper shrimp and crispy chicken and vegetables, plus many vegetarian and gluten-free options.

Details: 15323 N. Scottsdale Road, Suite 145, Scottsdale. 480-292-7689, lizmodernasianrestaurant.com.

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Mason's Famous Lobster Rolls

Mason's lobster rolls come in the following flavors: classic, lobster salad, lobster BLT, shrimp, Conneticut and Bar Harbor, which is made with 50% more lobster. Other dishes include lobster or shrimp salad, lobster grilled cheese and lobster mac and cheese.

Details: 15257 N. Scottsdale Road, Scottsdale. 480-427-3857, masonslobster.com.

MIXT

MIXT focuses on plant-based cuisine, such as chef-crafted salads, grain bowls and sandwiches.

Details: 15125 North Scottsdale Road, Scottsdale. 480-584-9619, mixt.com.

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Obon Sushi + Bar + Ramen

Obon offers traditional Japanese fare with a Korean twist. The house specialty is yellowtail or salmon collars with miso glaze, beet slaw and Finadene sauce. Other items include street noodles, Kanto beef, a Korean fried chicken sandwich, ramen and bao buns.

Details: 15037 N. Scottsdale Road, Suite J-195, Scottsdale. 602-661-3244, obonsushi.com.

Press Coffee

Press offers its award-winning coffee to revive shoppers after a day at the Scottsdale Quarter. In addition to coffee classics like cold brew and cappuccinos, Press sells peanut butter, matcha and espresso honey cinnamon protein shakers. They also offer breakfast sandwiches and avocado toast.

Details: 15257 N. Scottsdale Road, Scottsdale. 480-718-9762, presscoffee.com.

Pressed

Not to be confused with Press Coffee, Pressed offers cold-pressed juices, functional shots, plant-based milks, acai bowls and vegan soft serve.

Details: 15147 N. Scottsdale Road, Suite H1-100, Scottsdale. 480-562-4782, pressed.com.

Puttshack

Puttshack is obviously known for the mini golf. But they also offer sharable snacks such as shiitake mushroom potstickers, falafel cakes, Maryland crab dip and chorizo and cheese empanadas. Signature co*cktails include a cold brew espresso martini, spiced pineapple mezcal margarita and the "peach tea on peach tree" made with bourbon, vodka, Tennessee peach whiskey, Disaronno Amaretto, peach purée, cold pressed lemon juice and Coca-Cola.

Details: 15059 N. Scottsdale Road, Suite 100, Scottsdale. puttshack.com.

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SOL Mexican Cocina

SOL Mexican Cocina's menu focuses on Baja-style dishes such as tacos, burritos, quesadillas and seafood. Some specialty tacos include the canarditas duck, garlic ribeye bistek, spicy popcorn cauliflower, BBQ seitan and shrimp taco dorado. They also have specials like happy hour from 3-6 p.m. on weekdays, Taco Tuesday every week from 3 p.m. to close and weekend brunch from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Details: 15323 N. Scottsdale Road, Scottsdale. 480-245-6708, solcocina.com.

Sorso Wine Room

With 150 wines available by the bottle anda menu that covers everything from a grilled cheese flight to build-your-own charcuterie boards, Sorso Wine Room easily earned its spot ona list of the best wine bars in town. Wine lovers also can help themselves to a glass from one of 32 bottles featured in the shop's self-serve dispensers.

Details:15323 N. Scottsdale Road, Scottsdale. 480-951-4344,sorsowineroom.com.

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True Food Kitchen

True Food Kitchen is a health-focused restaurant that serves salads, bowls, burgers, sandwiches, pizzas and paninis. Other highlights include bone broth chicken ramen, pan seared sea bass, forbidden poke and spaghetti squash casserole. They also offer a large selection of vegan, vegetarian and gluten-free options.

Details: 15191 N. Scottsdale Road, Suite 100, Scottsdale. 480-265-4500, truefoodkitchen.com.

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Zinburger

Zinburger is all about milkshakes and certified Angus burgers. Pick from options like the classic diner burger, crispy buffalo chicken or El Diablo, or if you're feeling adventurous, build your own.

Details:15257 N. Scottsdale Road, Scottsdale. 480-285-0690,zinburgeraz.com.

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