Dominick's Steakhouse
Scottsdale Quarter, Scottsdale
Restaurant in Scottsdale, United States
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Dress
Business Casual
Why go
Dominick's Steakhouse is a polished North Scottsdale pick for celebrations, client dinners, and date nights where a classic steakhouse format is the brief. Book it when service pace and occasion-readiness matter more than novelty; cross-shop The Guest House for more scene energy or The Mission Kierland for a more regional dinner.
About Dominick's Steakhouse
Dominick's Steakhouse is an evening-only Scottsdale option with nightly hours and a business-casual dress code. Plan around its 4:00 PM daily opening, with later closing hours on Friday and Saturday than on the rest of the week.
Use it when the group wants a Scottsdale evening plan with a business-casual dress code. If the night should be built around activity instead of dinner, Puttshack - Scottsdale is a different kind of option. If you are comparing other dinner choices, The Guest House is another venue to consider.
Book it for dinner, not lunch
Hours are dinner-only: Monday through Thursday from 4:00 PM to 9:30 PM, Friday and Saturday from 4:00 PM to 10:30 PM, and Sunday from 4:00 PM to 9:30 PM. With a 4:00 PM opening, plan this as an evening visit.
The dress code is business casual, which makes it a better fit for a planned evening than a very casual stop. If you want to compare the evening against other options, look at The Mission Kierland, SOL Mexican Cocina, or other restaurants based on the mood and schedule of your group.
Where it sits in a Scottsdale dinner plan
Choose Dominick's Steakhouse when the priority is an evening meal in Scottsdale with business-casual expectations and predictable nightly hours. Compare it with The Guest House, The Mission Kierland, SOL Mexican Cocina, deseo, or Puttshack - Scottsdale when those venues better match the kind of night you are planning. For broader planning, use the Scottsdale restaurants guide, then match the choice to the actual occasion and timing.
Planning details
- Location
- 15169 N Scottsdale Rd, Scottsdale, AZ 85254
- Reservations
- Book on OpenTable
- Website
- dominickssteakhouse.com
- Phone
- +14802727271
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Dominick's reads like a polished, upper-tier American steakhouse anchored in Scottsdale's premium dining corridor. The copy emphasizes execution and product quality rather than concept-driven novelty, positioning the room and sourcing program as the restaurant's primary attraction. Expect a purposeful, traditional steakhouse atmosphere that leans into classic cues — high-quality beef, careful aging choices and a focus on how cuts arrive on the plate. The setting sits comfortably in a neighborhood of glossy, premium peers, so the overall impression is refined, well‑crafted and intentionally upscale.
Best For
This is a destination for evenings that merit focus on food and occasion: think date nights, business dinners and celebratory meals where provenance and quality matter. The profile explicitly places Dominick's among Scottsdale's premium steakhouses, stressing a sourcing-driven program (USDA Prime, Wagyu) that appeals to diners comparing product and execution. Practical neighborhood context — a walkable-ish, valet-friendly strip of high-end restaurants — makes it convenient for out-of-town guests or groups arriving for a special meal.
Ordering Tips
Ordering centers on the beef program: prioritize the signature steaks named in the listing — USDA Prime cuts, Japanese Wagyu and the Bone-in Ribeye — and sample the Dungeness Crab Cocktail as a classic starter. The description underscores that sourcing decisions (breed, diet, aging protocol, provenance) shape the experience, so ask servers about specific programs, aging and cut recommendations. Given the peer-group focus on execution, opt for clearly specified steaks and inquire about preparation and aging if you want the fullest sense of the restaurant's strengths.
Venue details
Ambiance
Luxurious and refined with six-foot crystal chandeliers, embossed leather walls, mosaic marble floors and bathrooms, and a rooftop pool evoking Rockefeller Center's upper gardens; energetic yet sophisticated social vibe.
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Vibe
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Experience
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Accessibility
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Business Casual
- Noise Level
- Lively
- Service Style
- Formal
- Meal Pacing
- Leisurely
- Capacity
- Large
Signature Dishes
- USDA Prime Steaks
- Japanese Wagyu
- Dungeness Crab Cocktail
- Bone-in Ribeye
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- 15169 N Scottsdale Rd, Scottsdale, AZ 85254
Planning details
Location
15169 N Scottsdale Rd, Scottsdale, AZ 85254 · Directions
Also consider
Where to Go If This Is Not the Fit
Book The Guest House if the group wants a livelier dinner with more scene energy. Choose The Mission Kierland if the occasion calls for Mexican cooking and cocktails rather than a steakhouse format.
Restaurant context
How It Compares
Dominick's Steakhouse is the choice for a polished, service-led dinner in Scottsdale, especially when the occasion calls for a classic steakhouse setting. Puttshack - Scottsdale is easier to frame as a group activity than a serious dinner, so pick it for birthdays or casual work outings where the game is the point. For a sit-down celebration, Dominick's is the safer call.
The Guest House is the better cross-shop for diners who want more social energy and a less traditional room. The Mission Kierland and SOL Mexican Cocina make more sense when the group wants Mexican flavors, cocktails, and a looser dinner format rather than steakhouse pacing.
deseo belongs in the comparison only if the reader is weighing a more destination-style Southwestern or Latin-leaning meal outside the immediate Scottsdale decision set. For value, Dominick's is about reliability and occasion polish rather than bargain pricing; for easier group energy, start with Puttshack or SOL.
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Compare Dominick's Steakhouse
| Venue | Location | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Dominick's Steakhouse | Scottsdale | No published awards |
| Puttshack - Scottsdale | Scottsdale | No published awards |
| The Guest House | Scottsdale | Michelin Guide Taiwan 20262026 OAD Top Restaurants in Asia Recommended2025 OAD Top Restaurants in Asia Ranked · #4422025 Michelin 1 Star2024 OAD Top Restaurants in Asia Ranked · #4092024 Michelin 1 Star2023 OAD Top Restaurants in Asia Recommended |
| The Mission Kierland | Scottsdale | No published awards |
| SOL Mexican Cocina | Scottsdale | No published awards |
| deseo | Phoenix | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Dominick's Steakhouse good for solo dining?
For solo dining, plan around Dominick's Steakhouse as a Scottsdale evening dinner option: it starts service at 4:00 PM daily and has a business-casual dress code. For another option, The Guest House is also worth comparing.
Is lunch or dinner better at Dominick's Steakhouse?
Dinner is the clear fit. Dominick's Steakhouse opens at 4:00 PM every day, closes at 9:30 PM from Sunday through Thursday, and closes at 10:30 PM on Friday and Saturday.
What should I wear to Dominick's Steakhouse?
The dress code is business casual. Plan for attire that fits a Scottsdale evening dinner rather than a very casual daytime stop.
How far ahead should I book Dominick's Steakhouse?
If timing matters, note the dinner hours: 4:00 PM to 9:30 PM Sunday through Thursday and 4:00 PM to 10:30 PM on Friday and Saturday. Puttshack - Scottsdale is a different kind of option if your plans are more activity-focused.
What are alternatives to Dominick's Steakhouse?
Other options to compare include The Guest House, The Mission Kierland, SOL Mexican Cocina, deseo, and Puttshack - Scottsdale. Dominick's Steakhouse is the pick to consider when its evening hours and business-casual dress code fit your plan.
Is Dominick's Steakhouse good for a special occasion?
It may be a fit if your special occasion calls for an evening plan in Scottsdale with a business-casual dress code. Its dinner schedule includes later closing hours on Friday and Saturday.
