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The Rosso Room Presentation Set Up - Fat Ox, Scottsdale, AZ
Newly Re-modeled Front Patio - Fat Ox, Scottsdale, AZ
Fireplace Room Semi Private - Fat Ox, Scottsdale, AZ
Fire Place Room Event Set Up - Fat Ox, Scottsdale, AZ
Fire Place Room Bar View - Fat Ox, Scottsdale, AZ

Fat Ox

4.6
4.6
3154 Reviews
$50 and over
Italian
Inspired by the rich culinary history of the Bue Grasso (fat ox) Festival of Carrù Italy, Fat Ox serves modern interpretations of traditional Italian dishes from acclaimed local Chef /owner Matt Carter.

The sleek 7,000 sq/ft restaurant features hand made pastas crafted in house daily, slow-roasted meats and seafood, an international wine list and a full craft cocktail bar to make for a truly special experience.

The newly renovated front patio and our beautiful courtyard patio are the perfect place to enjoy the fall weather.

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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 66 times today
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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Steakhouse, Contemporary Italian
  • Hours of operation
    Happy Hour Daily 3:30 pm–6:30 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (480) 307-6900
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Resort Casual
  • Executive chef
    Matt Carter
  • Private party facilities
    Fat Ox boasts both private- and semi-private, as well as indoor and outdoor options for hosting your special events. Behind a beautiful sliding wooden doors imported from Italy, our Rosso Room provides a private space for up to 50 seated guests, with an outdoor patio that is perfect for a standing or seated cocktail reception and/or seating for an additional 50 guests. The Fireplace room can seat up to 40 guests with a curtain providing visual separation from the restaurant for a semi-private event. Our chefs can craft a tasting, choice of or family-style menu from our award-wining Modern Italian cuisine that will wow your guests.
  • Private party contact
    Tamara Thomson: (866) 944-1909
  • Neighborhood
    Central Scottsdale
  • Cross street
    Scottsdale Road and Lincoln Dr in Scottsdale
  • Parking details
    There is ample parking in front of the building with convenient access off both Scottsdale Road and Lincoln Drive.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Offers

  • Aperitivo Hour

    Multiple dates available
    Sun - Thu - 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM,Fri - Sat - 4:30 PM - 6:30 PM
    Cheers to the happiest hour of the day. Aperitivo Hour starts at 4pm and goes till 6pm in the bar only! Come join us daily for specials on libations and bites.

What 3,154 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

3,154 Reviews
  1. OpenTable Diner

    E. Tennessee

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Outstanding experience. Service, food, ambiance was all superb. Loved the meal and experience and look forward to returning

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  2. BriD

    New York Area

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing service and one of the best lasagnas I've ever had!

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  3. rxmarilynrx

    Phoenix

    193 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    193 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Very good food in a lively happening atmosphere; come for the happy hour but stay for the amazing food and pasta!

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  4. amfoodie

    Austin

    22 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    22 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall4food4service3ambience4
    Beautiful space but seating guests within very close proximity of other tables seemed awkward when other options were available. Our first 2 wine bottle selections were unavailable. I noticed the table across from us had the same issue & seemed perturbed as well. We ended up with a nice wine on the 3rd try and the food was very good, although a bit salty for my preference. The Iberico (pork) steak was so tender & flavorful and glad Brittany made the suggestion. Loved the Gigli with bright, fresh tomato flavor & pasta perfectly prepared. The oysters were also delicious. I would return and recommend to others.

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  5. OpenTable Diner

    Las Vegas

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    My boyfriend and I came here for the first time last night for our Anniversary. Our server Sydney was amazing--she had so many incredible recommendations, and was very knowledgeable about the menu. We got everything she recommended, and cleaned all of our plates. Highly recommend this place for a special occasion, or even a nice meal!

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  6. rogerw

    Phoenix

    17 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    17 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent dinner with a group of six. Very good service & food.

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  7. jizzman

    New York Area

    11 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent dinner , service. Without question the best dinner we had on this trip.

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  8. Andi

    Chicago

    30 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    30 reviews

    Dined on November 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our server was outstanding and recommended amazing bottles of wine.

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  9. OpenTable Diner

    Baltimore

    4 reviews

    3.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on November 23, 2023

    overall3food3service5ambience5
    Visually the place is great. The service was impeccable. The issue was the meals. Very disappointed in the taste or the lack of taste. I would have expected a dining experience but the food was average at best. I will give it one more try hoping this is not the standard.

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  10. Kathleen

    Phoenix

    12 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on November 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food was absolutely outstanding!!! Everything we ordered. Pricey but so delicious.

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  11. FrankR

    London

    14 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on November 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    we wanted a more quiet space so they opened the other area of the restaurant which we were the only couple there and with a tablecloth ( a minimum requirement for me). The management team was very responsive that was only matched with the exquisite food. Sabrina was superb. It was our last night in Scottsdale, and you made yet better.

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  12. Windycitygal

    Chicago

    90 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    90 reviews

    Dined on November 22, 2023

    overall3food3service4ambience4
    Nice interior & good location. Accommodating toward eating restrictions. Weakness is the portions are small.

    1 person found this helpful

  13. Kristina

    New York Area

    28 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    28 reviews

    Dined on November 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I had an AWESOME time at Fat Ox! The food was amazing! The oysters were meaty and delicious, the branzino and the ribeye were perfectly cooked, and I'm still dreaming about that Tiramisu! You HAVE to try the Big River cocktail--sweet and spicy and so good! Thank you so much to our server Krissi who had a smile during our whole meal and the owner Brian who was so lind and generous to us on our first trip to Fat Ox (and Scottsdale)! Would definitely drop by again next time I'm in town!

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  14. EricaN

    New York Area

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food and service, especially out server Sydney was exceptional!

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  15. ivydad

    Phoenix

    53 reviews

    vip
    1.0

    53 reviews

    Dined on November 18, 2023

    overall1food4service1ambience2
    Service was subpar for a restaurant of this category. Appetizer served before the wine was brought to the table. After bringing the issue to a manager's attention, we were informed they no longer had the bottle we requested. They offered a more expensive bottle for us to buy which we did not think it was the correct way to resolve the issue. They also played the blame game (waiter vs sommelier). We had trouble with the bill which they corrected.

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  16. PattiH

    Nashville

    21 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    21 reviews

    Dined on November 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We saw many reviews for Fat Ox and were excited to try it! We went for dinner -- of course had reservations and were seated fairly quickly. Our server was very nice and helpful -- giving suggestions when we asked. Had a fabulous by the glass Chianti and really enjoyed our three courses -- with no room for dessert. Would highly recommend!

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  17. andya

    Las Vegas

    31 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    31 reviews

    Dined on November 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great mostly but portions are small for the price point. The bar scene is fun to watch

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  18. sjidiner

    Phoenix

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on November 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always good!! Whipped ricotta app & budino dessert are a must.

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  19. OpenTable Diner

    Sacramento

    4 reviews

    3.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on November 12, 2023

    overall3food3service3ambience4
    Over priced small servings. Food Wes good but not great.

    1 person found this helpful

  20. Lovely

    New York Area

    23 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    23 reviews

    Dined on November 11, 2023

    overall4food3service5ambience5
    I had 1 night in Scottsdale so I made reservations at Fat Ox. The establishment was beautiful, the service was great and it was packed on a Friday night. Extensive wine list broken down by region and type to perfection. Cocktail list was curated nicely and has something for everybody. I tried a variety of food options off the menu. The bread they brought out with different spreads was good. The octopus was cooked to perfection and seasoned to perfection. The short rib didn’t do anything for me. They were ok. The scallops were nice sized and had potential but were very salty. 35 layer lasagna was underwhelming. Missed on a few levels but has potential if they add meat and other ingredients. I love Brussels but they didn’t bring them to life with the right seasoning.

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  21. MarcyD

    Chicago

    35 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    35 reviews

    Dined on November 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food and drinks were even better than we remembered! Everything was delicious and our server was great too!

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  22. OpenTable Diner

    Phoenix

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Outstanding pastas. Modern and lively atmosphere.

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  23. williamr

    Charlotte

    17 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on November 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great dinner. Everyone loved it. Will definitely come back

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  24. SaraB

    Phoenix

    61 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    61 reviews

    Dined on November 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Delish as always and stellar service. We love eating here.

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  25. OpenTable Diner

    Phoenix

    8 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on November 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had the best evening celebrating our with visiting friends at Fat Ox last night. Our table was outside on the back patio, which was beautiful with trees and twinkle lights and quite a bit quieter than inside. Our server made sure our drinks were always full, made excellent food and wine suggestions and was so friendly and efficient. The tortellini and braised short ribs were amazing. We were celebrating our friend’s birthday and the evening was perfect. Can’t wait to go back.

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  26. Lun2eatout

    Phoenix

    7 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on November 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We went to celebrate our anniversary. We sat outside and the weather was perfect. Our server did an outstanding job. The food was wonderful and not your typical Italian food which was what we had hoped. Two things to keep in mind. You will be there for awhile. Start to finish two and a half hours. We were fine with it but you should just be aware. The second is that the price of cocktails are very high in my opinion. We each ordered a Hendricks martini and the cost was $24 each. I feel that’s a bit excessive. Most of the wine selection was over $100 a bottle as well. But that is my only negative. The food, service and atmosphere are outstanding.

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  27. Edward

    Denver

    5 reviews

    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on November 8, 2023

    overall4food5service4ambience5
    Our dinner was last minute so we decides to try Fat OX. At first the menu looked different however what we ordered was great.

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  28. JohnV

    San Francisco

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on November 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Very efficient service team. The food was great. The mussels may be the best we have ever had and the blue cheese olives were hand stuffed.

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  29. CMBG

    New York Area

    3 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 5, 2023

    overall3food3service2ambience4
    Our waiter was extremely pushy in trying to upsell us on our menu selections. I don’t appreciate someone trying to make me second guess my choices. I wanted pasta, I don’t want to be upsold into an expensive piece of meat or an unnecessary side dish. It was constant, from the appetizer course all the way through to dessert- I wasn’t even finished chewing my food before he was shoving a dessert menu in my face. It took away from an otherwise good evening.

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  30. AnneS

    Phoenix

    11 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on November 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Such a fantastic restaurant! It’s always been a favorite because the food and atmosphere are superb!

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  31. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We throughly enjoyed our dinner and the service was amazing. I would highly recommend the Mussels for a starter. The short rib tortellini was melt in your mouth fantastic. Entrees included the Maine halibut and the scallops. Both were exceptional. Definitely recommend this restaurant.

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  32. RachaelP

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Fantastic meal start to finish. The waitress suggested we do family style for the three course meal which was definitely the way to go. Every bite we had was fantastic and unique. Will definitely be going back!

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  33. JessicaV

    Seattle

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 4, 2023

    overall4food5service4ambience3
    Delicious food! A bit loud but also beautiful space.

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  34. Nahrungsmittelkenner

    Phoenix

    15 reviews

    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on November 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Fantastic dinning experience. We enjoyed four items from the antipasti, formaggio menu, the beets and ricotta dishes were our favorites. Our server was great, she explained the dishes in detail and gave soft recommendations to the popular dishes. We enjoyed our trio of primi piattis and enjoyed the lemon tart desert. This is a great place to go for a celebration or just a night where you want a great foodie experience.

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  35. OpenTable Diner

    Phoenix

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 3, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had a great time celebrating our anniversary at Fat Ox! They really went above and beyond to make it a special visit. The food was all incredible and the service was top-notch. Thanks!

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  36. OpenTable Diner

    Caribbean

    10 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on November 3, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    Our favorite was the Cacio de Pepe, which is delicious. The steak was pretty good. The service was excellent.

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  37. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 2, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Absolutely the best restaurant I have ever been to.

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  38. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    6 reviews

    3.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on November 1, 2023

    overall3food3service2ambience4
    Not very well THE serving frequency between plates(1st Course, 2d And 3d) was very long/extended, it broke THE meal sequency

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  39. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 31, 2023

    overall3food2service2ambience5
    The pasta was delicious and so were the cocktails. However, the porterhouse was quite the disappointment. I’m not one to complain about things because it’s not their fault the steak was fatty but I do think they need to talk to their distributor. Also the waitress almost left the bathroom without washing her hands until she made eye contact with my friend (who was dining with us).

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  40. OpenTable Diner

    Phoenix

    8 reviews

    3.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on October 30, 2023

    overall3food3service5ambience5
    Beautiful restaurant, service is excellent. Food is underwhelming. Shrimp app was neither hot nor cold tasted ok. Both pastas were okay slightly under-seasoned otherwise good. Scallop was best dish but again just slightly underwhelming. Chicken was average but interesting enough. Cappuccino and dessert was good. Overall enjoyable experience but overpriced for the average food and I don’t mind spending a lot of money on food. Service was extremely good.

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Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitizing

    • Surfaces sanitized between seatings
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
    • Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace
    • Staff temperature check required

FAQs

Fat Ox is rated 4.6 stars by 3154 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 66 times today
Google Map for Fat Ox

6316 N Scottsdale Rd., Scottsdale, AZ 85253-5417

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Scottsdale Road and Lincoln Dr in Scottsdale
  • Neighborhood
    Central Scottsdale
  • Hours of operation
    Happy Hour Daily 3:30 pm–6:30 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Steakhouse, Contemporary Italian
  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Dress code
    Resort Casual
  • Parking details
    There is ample parking in front of the building with convenient access off both Scottsdale Road and Lincoln Drive.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Matt Carter
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (480) 307-6900
  • Private party facilities
    Fat Ox boasts both private- and semi-private, as well as indoor and outdoor options for hosting your special events. Behind a beautiful sliding wooden doors imported from Italy, our Rosso Room provides a private space for up to 50 seated guests, with an outdoor patio that is perfect for a standing or seated cocktail reception and/or seating for an additional 50 guests. The Fireplace room can seat up to 40 guests with a curtain providing visual separation from the restaurant for a semi-private event. Our chefs can craft a tasting, choice of or family-style menu from our award-wining Modern Italian cuisine that will wow your guests.
  • Private party contact
    Tamara Thomson: (866) 944-1909
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