"Many high-end Scottsdale restaurants flirt with over-the-top opulence, but Cafe Monarch sets a standard for refined romance. Regularly garnering local and national awards, the restaurant remains a benchmark for its impeccable service and tasting menus; its stonework courtyards, draped in vines, feel like an escape to an Italian or Mexican villa. The four-course prix fixe menu changes seasonally, with prices ranging from $145 to $270 depending on the final course. Upgrades like seared Hudson Valley foie gras or Osetra caviar are also available. Children under 10 aren’t permitted, and formal or business casual attire is required — think jackets, collared shirts, and no casual wear. For a more relaxed experience, the bar offers an à la carte menu." - Mcconnell Quinn