P.F.Chang's China Bistro
This isn't your Uncle Charlie's Chinese restaurant. P.F. Chang's originated in Scottsdale and now has locations around the world. The cuisine is Chinese with a modern twist. The restaurant doesn't have "take out," it has "take away." Ordering online is possible. Reservations recommended. Prices are on the higher side for Chinese but not astronomical. After a round of golf, your foursome can order P.F. Chang's for two, twice. Choose two soups, hot and sour, highly recommended, or egg drop. Two starters from a choice of six and two entrees from a selection of 14--try Chang's spicy chicken--followed by two mini desserts.
P.F. Chang's--The Waterfront
7135 E. Camelback Rd. Ste. 101
Scottsdale, AZ 85251
(480) 949-2610
pfchangs.com
Sauce
It would be hard to go wrong with a pizza restaurant named "Sauce." Stop in for a quick bite before hitting the links or take your time for dinner. If pizza isn't your piece of pie, there's a lot to choose from including the chopped salad of grilled chicken, fresh tomatoes and tangy gorgonzola cheese sprinkled with pine nuts. Or a panini, pressed and grilled sandwich, of turkey, hard spicy salami, paper thin slices of prosciutto topped off with mozzarella, lettuce and tomato. Prices won't set you back. Beer and wine by the glass and bottle are available.
Sauce
7135 E. Camelback Road
Suite 160
Scottsdale, AZ 85251
(480) 321-8844
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Olive and Ivy
When you're thirsty for sangria, think of Olive and Ivy. Both red and white sangria are available by the glass or pitcher in 10 different flavors. The menu has a Mediterranean flair while the prices won't flatten your wallet. Does watching all the water slide by in the canal have you in the mood for fish? The sea bass served with fresh mushroom ravioli, squash and Brussels sprouts will leave you satisfied. Each entrée is served with sides that bring out the flavors, such as the Atlantic salmon with sweet roasted baby beets and fingerling potatoes zapped up with horseradish vinaigrette, or pork tenderloin wrapped in bacon and served with corn, roasted pablano (mildly hot green peppers) tempered by a slightly sweet tomato syrup.
Olive and Ivy
7135 E. Camelback Road
Suite 195
Scottsdale, AZ 85251
(480) 751-2200
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Katie Rosehill holds an MBA from Arizona State University. She began her writing career soon after college and has written website content and e-books. Her articles have appeared on GardenGuides.com, eHow, and GolfLinks. Favorite topics include personal finance, weddings and gardening.
