Tommy Bahama Restaurant & Bar - Scottsdale

Yes, call ahead for special requests. The restaurant asks parties larger than six to call directly, and guests often request window/perimeter tables, accommodations for allergies, or birthday/celebration details. Note that reservations cover the upstairs dining room only; patio/bar seating is first‑come. For important seating or accessibility needs, call the restaurant to confirm.

Portions are generally generous for appetizers and mains, but some guests have noticed portions shrinking over time or certain specials being smaller. Starters like coconut shrimp and crab bisque are popular and filling; entrees such as macadamia-crusted halibut and ribs are described as satisfying by many guests, though a few mentioned smaller fish portions on occasion. If portion size matters, ask your server about plate size or consider sharing appetizers and a main.

Yes, families and children dine here frequently. Guests celebrate birthdays and family gatherings, and staff have provided highchairs, children’s menus/crayons, and helped accommodate younger diners. The menu includes approachable items like coconut shrimp, chicken entrées, and hearty salads. For younger children consider an early seating or patio seating for a more casual experience, and call ahead to confirm any special needs.

Yes, Tommy Bahama has a lively covered patio area (ground level) and upstairs lanai-style seating with open views. The patio is popular for sunset dining, happy hour, and live music; heaters and shades are used but some guests have noted sun/heat issues on the west-side patio and recommend requesting shaded seating or asking staff for adjustments.

Yes, Tommy Bahama Scottsdale is a solid date-night choice. The upstairs lanai-style dining room is bright, quieter, and feels a bit more intimate, while the lively patio and bar offer sunset views and live music for a more festive evening. Guests often praise the food (macadamia-crusted halibut, coconut shrimp) and cocktails (frozen Mai Tais), though noise can be high on busy nights, ask for an upstairs perimeter or window table when reserving.

For a quieter, more relaxed meal, choose weekday evenings or early weeknights and request an upstairs perimeter/window table. Brunch on Sunday or early lunch midweek tends to be pleasant. If you want lively patio vibes, aim for weekend evenings or happy hour (daily 3–5 pm), but expect more noise and a busier scene then.

Yes, the restaurant operates on many public holidays and has hosted special holiday dinners (Valentine’s Day, New Year’s Eve, Christmas Eve) according to guest reports. Holiday hours and special menus can vary, so check the restaurant’s site or call ahead for holiday hours and any special menus or reservations.

Yes, guests regularly bring families and celebrate birthdays here, and staff often accommodate seniors and children (highchairs and family seating mentioned). The upstairs dining room is reservation-only and quieter, while the patio and downstairs bar are first-come, more casual, and family-friendly. If you have accessibility needs or are visiting with young children, call ahead so the team can prepare.

Casual dress is the stated dress code. Guests commonly visit in smart-casual or resort-casual attire that fits the island-inspired atmosphere. For private events or holidays you may see guests dressed up a bit more, but overall the venue is relaxed.

Busiest: weekend evenings, holiday nights (Valentine’s Day, NYE), and happy hour (daily 3–5 pm), guests note lively patio/bar scenes then. Quietest: weekday lunches, early weeknights, and off-peak brunch hours; the upstairs dining room tends to be calmer than the patio. If you want a quieter experience, request an upstairs perimeter/window table and avoid weekend prime dining hours.

Tommy Bahama aims for a relaxed, island-inspired vibe, tropical decor, live acoustic/steel-drum music sometimes, and a lively patio with sunset views. The upstairs lanai dining room feels brighter and more relaxed, while downstairs patio and bar are energetic and social. Noise level varies: many guests love the tropical atmosphere, though some report upstairs can get loud on busy nights due to acoustics.

Yes, the restaurant allows private parties and accommodates larger groups. The owner information notes that private parties are accepted and asks parties larger than six to call directly. Guests also report celebrations and arranged group seating, so the team can help plan private or semi‑private events.

They have an upstairs lanai‑style dining room (reservation-only), a downstairs patio and bar area (first‑come, first‑served), and indoor bar seating. Upstairs is described as brighter and generally quieter; the patio is lively with sunset views, heaters, and live music at times. Private-party options are available for larger groups.

For a balance of atmosphere and calmer service, midweek evenings or weekday lunches are best. Sunday brunch and early weekday lunches are also popular and more relaxed. If you want the full lively patio, happy hour, and live music vibe, choose a weekend evening, but expect a busier, noisier scene.