Cala Scottsdale

4.4

1007 Reviews

$31 to $50

Mediterranean

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2 people

26 Dec 2024

19:00

Booked 64 times today

Experiences are available.

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Lively
Good for special occasions

Named after a tiny beach cove street, Cala Road in Mallorca, with the most impressive views of the Mediterranean Sea, Cala is the dynamic vision of Clive Collective.

Highlighting the freshest seasonal ingredients inspired by local organic farmers and in partnership with renowned Scottsdale Visionary, Chef Beau MacMillan delivers on coastal flavors with a desert flare for an elevated dining experience that transports you straight to the Mediterranean.

Completed with wines curated from exceptional vineyards, paired with Spanish and Italian influences, Cala is truly the only way to enjoy the best that Scottsdale has to offer.

The atmosphere is unmatched. In 2022 Cala was awarded "Best New Restaurant" by Phoenix New Times and the Gold Key Winner for 'Excellence in Hospitality Design.' In 2023, awarded "Top Best Restaurants" by Phoenix New Times.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Mediterranean, Italian, American
Hours of Operation
Mon–Wed, Sun 7:00 am–11:00 pm Thu–Sat 7:00 am–12:00 am
Phone number
(602) 241-2742
Website
http://www.calascottsdale.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive Chef
Peter McQuaid
Catering
Please email info@calascottsdale.com for inquiries and catering information.
Private party facilities
Large parties, partial and full buyout options available. Please email info@calascottsdale.com for more information.

Location
7501 E Camelback Rd, Scottsdale, AZ 85251-3510
Area
Central Scottsdale
Parking details
Valet
Additional
Dog Friendly, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Outdoor Firepit, Vegan

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Experiences

Luxe Brunch by CALA
Multiple dates available
A brunch experience like no other—Cala Scottsdale is redefining luxury Saturdays with entertainment, signature dishes, and Instagram-worthy moments. Here’s how we’ll make Luxe Brunch the must-attend event every Saturday. Key Features: Roaming Saxophone Player from 1 PM - 3 PM to add a live music vibe. Sparklers & Napkin Twirl: Every Saturday, at 12 PM & 1:30 PM, sparklers light up and guests join in a celebratory napkin twirl to our signature anthem for that authentic overseas vacation feel. Scottsdale's Biggest Espresso Martini: Our show-stopping giant espresso martini is the ultimate feature as it is larger than life. Live DJ: Setting the vibe from 11 AM - 2 PM with music that turns the brunch into a party
Margarita Mondays | Your Monday Just Got Better!
Multiple dates available
Monday just became your new favorite day of the week. Here at Cala we're offering $1 Margherita Pizza with purchase of our Tour de Margarita' flight featuring 4 specialty flavored margaritas. Every Monday from 4 PM - Close! We'll see you shortly!
NYE DINNER SEATING No 1: 5:45p - 6:30p
US$125.00 per person
Prepaid
31 Dec 2024 only
$125 DEPOSIT PER PERSON is required at time of booking & will be applied to guests’ bill. Join us for a NYE celebration at Cala where you will be transported to the beaches of Mykonos. Our Chef have crafted an exquisite a la carte menu to accompany your favorite Cala dishes. NYE Dinner Seating #1' = reservations at 5:45pm , 6:00pm, 6:15pm or 6:30p,. Includes comp'd champagne welcome drink. All resos sat at this time will have the table reserved for their party for 2.5 hours. For those wanting to join for the midnight countdown, choose 'NYE Dinner Seating No. 2' experience below.

Offers

Happy Hour: Monday to Friday, 4 PM – 6 PM
Multiple dates available
Sun - 17:00 - 17:00,Thu - 17:00 - 17:00,Sat - 17:00 - 17:00
ALL ITEMS UNDER $10 - Shareables, Hand Stretched Pizza, Cala Burger Cocktails, Beer, and Wine 4 PM - 6 PM | WEEKDAYS

Popular dishes

Flaming SaganakiUS$21.00
fried kasseri cheese, kalamata olive, lemon, housemade focaccia, greek brandy
Peruvian Scallop CrudoUS$26.00
banana mango aguachile, smoked peanut salsa macha, passionfruit pearls
MuhammaraUS$13.00
Spicy roasted red pepper dip, walnuts, garlic, lemon
Ahi Tuna TartareUS$26.00
Chilled summer melon, mint, aji amarillo, pickled jalapeno, garlic crunch, levain crostinis
Mediterranean Chopped (vg)US$17.00
fregola, butter olives, heirloom radish, wild rocket, pistachio, pecorino romano, toasted gremolata, golden balsamic vinaigrette
Fennel & Citrus Salad (vg)US$17.00
little gem lettuce, treviso, aged parmesan, toasted walnut, honey tarragon vinaigrette
Artisan Salumi & Cheese BoardUS$24.00
chef’s selection of sliced cured meats and artisan cheeses, seasonal accouterments, walnut crostini
Feta Tzatziki (vg)US$16.00
cala crudite vegetables, toasted pita crisps, sesame seed, dill
Hummus (v)US$14.00
marinated chickpeas, za'atar, pita bread
Roasted Cauliflower (vg)US$4.00
mediterranean spice, red pepper romesco, lemon aioli, feta, toasted almonds
Whipped Ricotta (vg)US$15.00
garlic and black pepper focaccia, basil pesto
The Giant Sicilian MeatballUS$26.00
wagyu beef, smoked bacon marinara, truffled ricotta, grilled garlic toast

HAND STRETCHED PIZZA

Margherita (vg)US$21.00
whole milk mozzarella, san marzano tomatoes, basil, evoo
Funghi (vg)US$26.00
black truffle & wild mushrooms, mozzarella, feta, parmesan reggiano, carmelized shallot, chives
Insalada (vg)US$26.00
heirloom tomato bruschetta, wild arugula, balsamic honey, parmigiano
The CalabreseUS$26.00
spicy salami, whole milk mozzarella, san marzano tomatoes, pecorino romano

HOUSEMADE PASTA

Spaghetti Ai GamberiUS$32.00
gulf shrimp, heirloom tomatoes, capers, evoo, lemon, fresh basil
Wagyu BologneseUS$34.00
local TERRA Heritage wagyu beef, pork, veal, red wine, thyme tomato–can be made vegan with red lentil bolognese $23
Lumache a la VodkaUS$26.00
crispy pancetta, heirloom tomato, vodka sauce
Pacchetti US$26.00
italian sausage, english sweet peas, green asparagus, oregano, parmesan reggiano

ENTREES

Linz Reserve 18 oz Ribeye Chop (gf)US$65.00
gorgonzola fonduta, roasted cipollini onion, balsamic basil agrodolce
Pacific SwordfishUS$42.00
braised gigante beans, smoked paprika chorizo broth, shaved fennel & orange salad
Moroccan ChickenUS$38.00
green olive & preserved lemon jus, roasted fingerling potatoes and heirloom squash, chickpeas, sesame seed dukkah, apricot
Harrissa Glazed SalmonUS$34.00
sweet corn puree, roasted baby potatoes, bloomsdale spinach, caramelized onion
Pork MilaneseUS$36.00
arugula basil salad, heirloom tomato shaved pecorino, citrus caper butter
Tamarind Braised Lamb ShankUS$44.00
harissa honey glazed carrots crispy garlic, feta dill yogurt, cilantro

DESSERT

Lemon Butter CakeUS$16.00
citrus custard, pine nut crumble, lavender sorbet
Dark Chocolate SemifredUS$16.00
espresso cremeux, frangelico chocolate sauce, cocoa sable, salted toffee gelato
Strawberry PavlovaUS$16.00
pound cake croutons, variations of strawberry, mint, whipped cream
Dulce De Leche CheesecakeUS$16.00
salted pretzel crust, chantilly cream, brown sugar tuile, fresh raspberries

What 1,007 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.4

4.4 based on recent ratings

4.4Food
4.3Service
4.5Ambience
4.1Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Cala Scottsdale offers a "fun, cool vibe" with excellent service and standout dishes like the mezze platter and hummus. While the atmosphere is lively, some may find it "very noisy." Ideal for celebrations, the restaurant delivers "great food and drinks" with a trendy, youthful ambiance.

1,007 Reviews

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Amy
VIP
Seattle
9 reviews
3.0
9 reviews
Dined today
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
Cala had a good atmosphere upon entering. nice decor but the music was more like a nightclub than an upscale restaurant. We quickly found out they were understaffed and overbooked for our reservation. In all fairness it was Christmas, but it took two hours to receive our pasta dishes and salad. The food was just ok and the drinks were just ok as well. We won’t be going back.
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Mark
VIP
Phoenix
11 reviews
4.0
11 reviews
Dined today
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
The food was great when it finally arrived. The kitchen was backed up and there was a long wait. It was Christmas and I’m sure they were short handed in the kitchen. The restaurant comped us the food for the inconvenience so we will definitely return.
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Lindsey
VIP
Phoenix
11 reviews
5.0
11 reviews
Dined today
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
They had a rough night on Christmas Day. I think the kitchen got behind from the jump. But you know what? They did the best they could with what they had. They comped our drinks and starters because of the delay, and communicated they were behind (although they mentioned it would be half an hour and I think we got our food around the 50-60 minute mark). However, it wasn’t our servers fault. Probably a series of unfortunate events of people showing up late, staying long, and the kitchen missing a couple tickets. They were working on Christmas so me and my family didn’t have to cook. The food was still fantastic when it arrived and they did what they could to make it right. I would eat here again absolutely
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Dani
New York City
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined today
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 5
We went in Christmas and it seemed that the kitchen staff was a bit behind and it took over an hour for our food to come. But we felt for the guys/ girls back there. They were one of the few places open on Xmas and seemed to have gotten slammed. I’d imagine staffing was a little rough too given that it was Christmas. Our waitress was attentive and kept checking in to update us, which we appreciated. The manager was very gracious. They handled a really rough night with hospitality and grace.
Cala ScottsdaleResponded today
Dear Dani, Thank you for spending your Christmas with us and for your kind understanding. We’re sorry for the delay with your food and truly appreciate your patience. It means a lot that our team’s hospitality shone through during a challenging evening. Your thoughtful feedback inspires us to continue improving. We hope to welcome you back for a smoother experience soon! The Cala Scottsdale Team
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Graham
Denver
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Had a wonderful time. Sat by fireplace which was perfect since a chilly day and too open air. Food great. Lobster soup great but a tad salty. Excellent ambiance. All staff exceptional including management
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AJ
Milwaukee
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing food, service and ambience. Our server was incredibly kind and timely, and the vibe was great with music that really fit the setting and was just the right volume. The ricotta and the pork burrito were to die for. Great Christmas dinner!
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jeremy
Phoenix
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 2
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
everything was great except the music was sooo loud! it felt like a night club
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Michael
Phoenix
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
I had the shrimp cocktail as a starter. It had 4 large seasoned shrimp and was very good. The entrée was salmon and also very good.
Cala ScottsdaleResponded today
Dear Michael, Thank you for sharing your experience! We’re thrilled to hear you enjoyed the shrimp cocktail and salmon entrée. It’s always wonderful to know our dishes hit the mark. We can’t wait to welcome you back for another visit soon! The Cala Scottsdale Team
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Christine
VIP
New York City
24 reviews
5.0
24 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I am always a fan of Cala, the staff is super friendly and food/beverage is consistently delicious.
Cala ScottsdaleResponded 1 day ago
Dear Christine, Thank you for your kind words and for being such a loyal guest of Cala! We’re delighted to hear that you consistently enjoy our food, beverages, and the friendly service from our team. It’s always a pleasure to have you dine with us, and we look forward to welcoming you back for more wonderful evenings soon. The Cala Scottsdale Team
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Raquel
Los Angeles
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 3
Overpriced for the tiny tiny servings. Service was meh. Food ok but no need to come back. Required reservations but the restaurant was practically empty idk?
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FAQs

Cala Scottsdale offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (602) 241-2742.

Cala Scottsdale is rated 4.4 stars by 1007 OpenTable diners.