Uptown Magazine December 2018

Perfect PATIOS
CLOCKWISE FROM LEFT: El Chorro, Isabella's Kitchen,
and Olive & Ivy.
ISABELLA’S KITCHEN
Part of the public Grayhawk Golf Club,
this lunch, dinner and brunch hot spot is
for far more than just golfers. The patio
of this upscale-yet-rustic Italian-American
eatery and bar overlooks the immaculately
manicured 18th hole and offers dramatic
views of Camelback and Mummy mountains
in the distance. The outdoor terrace,
patio and multiple semi-private courtyards
have seating for more than 100 and even
offer rocking chairs to watch the sunset in
absolute comfort. The from-scratch kitchen
cooks up seaonally inspired takes on triedand-true
favorites such as pizza, pasta and
bruschetta. www.isabellaskitchen.com.
EL CHORRO
Nestled at the base of Camelback
Mountain, El Chorro’s patio is among the
most beloved in the Valley. Its legacy is just
as impressive as its view: It was originally
built as the Judson School for Girls in
1934 and was purchased and converted
into a restaurant and lodge in 1937. Every
meal here – there’s dinner nightly, Sunday
brunch, and happy hour Monday through
Saturday – is complete with a side of
Arizona heritage and charm. The patio,
which features a wraparound indoor-outdoor
bar, is flanked with cozy fire pits and
fireplaces as well desert views as far as the
eyes can see. www.elchorro.com.
OLIVE & IVY
Dining and drinking under the shady
trees along Olive & Ivy’s expansive
patio while gazing at the Scottsdale
Waterfront conjures the feeling of being
in the French Riviera, which serves as
the actual inspiration for the eatery. The
menu similarly reflects the vibe, offering
plentiful wine options and shareable small
plates with thoughtful touches. As the sun
sets, thousands of twinkling lights strung
between the trees light up the sky, making
the patio as romantic as it is lush. Insider
tip: Stroll along the waterfront, accessible
from the Olive & Ivy patio, just after dark.
www.olivenandivyrestaurant.com.
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