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Spotted Donkey Cantina at El Pedregal, Boulders Resort, Scottsdale, AZ

Spotted Donkey Cantina at El Pedregal, Boulders Resort

4.5
4.5
2582 Reviews
$30 and under
Unspecified
34505 N Scottsdale Rd, Scottsdale, AZ 85266

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 37 times today
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Charming
The Spotted Donkey Cantina, at el Pedregal, is quickly earning a reputation as the place for Mexican cuisine in North Scottsdale. A fun and festive setting with spacious outdoor dinning options. And with a tequila list boasting dozens of varieties (including our exclusive Herradura double-barrel Reposado Tequila), an innovative menu, and a large outdoor patio with scenic desert vistas, it's really no surprise

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Unspecified
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Sat 12:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Catering
    Please call for more details about private event dining.
  • Private party facilities
    Experience the lively atmosphere and unique food at The Spotted Donkey Cantina at El Pedregal. Choose from a menu of Mexican classics and 46 varieties of Tequila while sitting outside in the large patio underneath the Arizona sky or in our private, intimate dining room.
  • Private party contact
    Private Event Coordinator: (480) 488-9009 ext. 1956
  • Neighborhood
    North Scottsdale
  • Cross street
    Carefree Hwy
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • 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, Takeout, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 2,582 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Spotted Donkey Cantina at El Pedregal offers a "festive ambience" and "delicious food" with standout dishes like steak and sausage fajitas and surf and turf burrito. Guests frequently praise the "great service" and "friendly staff." While some find it "pricey," many appreciate its "wonderful atmosphere" and "beautiful location."

2,582 Reviews
  1. Natalia

    Dallas3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 5
    The only downfall to our experience here was the service. Unfortunately, our waiter wasn’t very attentive. Drinks - AMAZING Food - AMAZING Ambiance - so fun and comfortable Hostess was incredible, along with other food runner/bus/support staff members. They worked so hard an did so well! Making the experience even more enjoyable :)

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  2. john VIP

    New York City7 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Unfortunately, despite having an open table reservation for 6 at 5:15 they said we only had res. For 4 , only could seat us on patio. I guess open table reservations don’t count for much at this establishment.

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  3. Peter VIP

    Seattle61 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Dinner, drinks and service was excellent. We decided to sit at the bar and enjoyed the ambience.

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  4. Cathy

    Phoenix5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Dinner was delicious and the food is so fresh. We had dinner with another couple who had never eaten at the Spotted Donkey and they were very impressed. My husband and I have eaten there twice, and both times it has been consistent. Our waiter was courteous and helpful by making suggestions on the menu. The chips and salsa are so good. We will definitely be back and we highly recommend.

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  5. Crisplettuce

    Phoenix13 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our hostess and server were delightful. Everything was delivered correctly. One of us had dietary restrictions and a plate was prepared perfectly for her. The ambience and courtesy of all the staff was wonderful. I highly recommend the Spotted Donkey. 

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  6. Barry VIP

    Chicago13 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on March 19, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Service was great! Food good but pricey. Always like to take out of towners here to see the location . On regular basis for Mexican food better spots without the drive

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  7. OpenTable Diner

    Portland1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 17, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We stayed at the resort and dined here for our last night at the resort. The food was great. Our server gave us a delicious slice of chocolate cake to celebrate my fiancé’s birthday. Great service and it was a great atmosphere. You get a ride from the resort in a golf cart so it was nice not to worry about driving after a drink or two.

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  8. Marit

    Phoenix25 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 16, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Festive ambience, great service and delicious food. We always enjoy the Spotted Donkey!

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  9. Penny

    Indiana20 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 14, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great place to take out of town guest have good Mexican food

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  10. Nancy

    Chicago4 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on March 9, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Ambiance and service was good but food was not good at all.

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FAQs

Spotted Donkey Cantina at El Pedregal, Boulders Resort offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (480) 488-3358.

Spotted Donkey Cantina at El Pedregal, Boulders Resort is rated 4.5 stars by 2582 OpenTable diners.

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

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 37 times today
Google Map for Spotted Donkey Cantina at El Pedregal, Boulders Resort

34505 N Scottsdale Rd, Scottsdale, AZ 85266

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Carefree Hwy
  • Neighborhood
    North Scottsdale
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Sat 12:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Unspecified
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • 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, Takeout, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
  • Catering
    Please call for more details about private event dining.
  • Private party facilities
    Experience the lively atmosphere and unique food at The Spotted Donkey Cantina at El Pedregal. Choose from a menu of Mexican classics and 46 varieties of Tequila while sitting outside in the large patio underneath the Arizona sky or in our private, intimate dining room.
  • Private party contact
    Private Event Coordinator: (480) 488-9009 ext. 1956
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