AZ88
Old Town Scottsdale, Scottsdale
Bar in Scottsdale, United States
Book with PearlWhy go
AZ88 is a practical Old Town Scottsdale pick for groups that want a social, central setting rather than a narrowly defined dining format. It is strongest for birthdays, casual celebrations, mixed-preference nights; choose a more specialized venue if the meal itself needs to be the main event.
About AZ88
AZ88 is a Scottsdale venue open daily from 11 AM to 12 AM with a smart-casual dress code. For details such as cuisine, menu, price, reservations, crowd, or service style, check directly before planning around them.
A better fit for schedule-first planning
The clearest reason to keep AZ88 on a Scottsdale shortlist is its schedule: it is open every day from 11 AM to 12 AM. That makes it easier to consider for plans that need a venue with consistent daily hours. The dress code is smart casual, so it is reasonable to plan for a polished but not formal look.
If cuisine type, chef, menu format, price range, reservation policy, seating count, or specific food-and-drink program matter to your plan, confirm them directly before making AZ88 the anchor for the night.
Use it as a Scottsdale option, then build the night around current details
For broader Scottsdale planning, use Pearl's Scottsdale bars guide, Scottsdale restaurants guide, Scottsdale experiences guide to compare AZ88 with other dining and nightlife options. If you are weighing it against named alternatives, consider AZ88 alongside Old Town Tavern, Porters Western Saloon, Rehab Burger Therapy, Rusty Spur Saloon, Sasaki Sushi & Bar, while confirming current details for each venue directly.
Verdict: AZ88 works when its Scottsdale location, daily 11 AM to 12 AM hours, smart-casual dress code fit your plan. Check with the venue before relying on specific expectations about food, drinks, crowd, reservations, or atmosphere.
Planning details
- Location
- 7353 E Scottsdale Mall, Scottsdale, AZ 85251
- Website
- az88.com
- Phone
- +1 480 994 5576
The take
The Take
The Vibe
AZ88 reads as a polished, evening-first address within Old Town Scottsdale. The copy positions it between a serious cocktail bar and a bona fide dining destination, favoring guests who want a considered night out rather than quick patio turns. Its aesthetic language and measured crowd after sundown signal an elegant, sophisticated environment where the bar program matters as much as the kitchen. The space skews away from family-friendly early service and toward an adult, occasion-driven clientele, making it feel intimate and purposefully curated for celebration and socializing after dark.
Best For
This is a spot for people planning an elevated Old Town evening—date nights, celebratory outings, and groups who prioritize cocktails and a sit-down dinner over loud, quick-service bars. Locals who know the mall’s social geography reach for AZ88 when they want something more considered than the typical patio margarita; it’s not aimed at family early sittings or fleeting visits. If your occasion calls for a polished drink program, a measured pace, and an adult crowd, AZ88 fits squarely into that rotation.
Ordering Tips
Let the bar program guide the evening: the venue’s identity emphasizes cocktails as much as food, so expect a menu built around thoughtful drinks alongside dining. Plan for a relaxed, sit-down experience rather than a quick meal—service and pacing lean toward longer tables and occasion-minded visits. Given the after-dark energy and its position in Old Town’s celebration tier, arrive prepared for an evening-focused crowd and prioritize reservations or slightly later dinner times to align with the venue’s peak operating rhythm.
Planning details
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Also consider
Where to go if AZ88 is not the right fit
Pick Sasaki Sushi & Bar if the group wants a more defined sushi format. Pick Rehab Burger Therapy if the brief is casual food with an easier value read.
Bar context
How AZ88 compares in Old Town Scottsdale
Choose AZ88 when the group needs flexibility and an easy Old Town base. Sasaki Sushi & Bar is the more specific call for sushi-focused plans, while AZ88 is safer for mixed-preference groups that want drinks, food, a social room without locking into one format.
For a more casual drinking night, Old Town Tavern, Rusty Spur Saloon, Porters Western Saloon read as stronger bar-first choices. AZ88 is the better fit when the group wants something more polished than a tavern or saloon plan, especially for a birthday or date-night-adjacent group dinner.
Rehab Burger Therapy is the easier pick when burgers are the brief and value is the main decision point. AZ88 makes more sense when ambiance and location carry equal weight with the food, particularly for groups that may continue elsewhere in Old Town.
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Compare AZ88
| Venue | Location | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| AZ88 | Scottsdale | No published awards |
| Sasaki Sushi & Bar | Scottsdale | No published awards |
| Old Town Tavern | Scottsdale | No published awards |
| Rusty Spur Saloon | Scottsdale | No published awards |
| Porters Western Saloon | Scottsdale | No published awards |
| Rehab Burger Therapy | Scottsdale | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the crowd like at AZ88?
AZ88 is in Scottsdale and is open daily from 11 AM to 12 AM. For a sense of the crowd or atmosphere, check the venue's current channels before you go.
Is AZ88 good for groups?
For a group plan, confirm seating, capacity, any group policies directly with the venue and compare it with other options such as Old Town Tavern, Rusty Spur Saloon, Porters Western Saloon, Rehab Burger Therapy, or Sasaki Sushi & Bar.
Is AZ88 good for a date?
AZ88 is a Scottsdale venue with daily 11 AM to 12 AM hours and a smart-casual dress code, so decide based on whether those basics fit your plan.
Is the food good at AZ88?
If food is the main reason for your visit, check AZ88's current menu directly before deciding.
