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Spotted Donkey Cantina, el Pedregal
Fresh, lively and energetic, the Spotted Donkey Cantina at el Pedregal is a Scottsdale original. Offering the best drinks, unique food and a festive atmosphere are quickly earning Spotted Donkey Cantina at el Pedregal a reputation as the place to dine in North Scottsdale.
The restaurant's North Scottsdale location provides a fabulous backdrop of 12-million-year-old rock formations and you can catch the Arizona sky creating a stunning atmosphere on our large outdoor patio.
Best Happy Hour 2012 | AZ Centrals Readers Choice Awards
Best Mexican Food 2013 | Arizona Foothills Magazine
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The restaurant's North Scottsdale location provides a fabulous backdrop of 12-million-year-old rock formations and you can catch the Arizona sky creating a stunning atmosphere on our large outdoor patio.
Best Happy Hour 2012 | AZ Centrals Readers Choice Awards
Best Mexican Food 2013 | Arizona Foothills Magazine
151 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4
/
5
Rating Breakdown 151 reviews
5 stars
(48)
4 stars
(73)
3 stars
(19)
2 stars
(9)
1 star
(2)
Food
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
3.9
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- great for outdoor dining(86)
- neighborhood gem(83)
- fit for foodies(60)
- good for groups(46)
- scenic view(36)
- hot spot(33)
Spotted Donkey Cantina, el Pedregal Reviews List
Review 1 for Spotted Donkey Cantina, el Pedregal
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Good But Not Excellent This Time
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We have been to Spotted Donkey several times and always considered it a favorite. This time, we were not as thrilled. The chips/salsa included "house fried' corn tortillas which did not appear/taste homemade/fresh. The roasted tomato salsa looked/tasted like ketchup. The flour and corn tortillas, with our entrees, looked/tasted store-bought, and they were neither warm nor homemade. They appeared/tasted like tortillas from a local food store.
On the brighter side, the portions sizes are large and satisfying, and the shrimp signature tacos are consistently excellent. The service was terrific, as is the location of the restaurant and the atmosphere.
Just please give us homemade and fresh chips and flour/corn tortillas! We'll try again!"
On the brighter side, the portions sizes are large and satisfying, and the shrimp signature tacos are consistently excellent. The service was terrific, as is the location of the restaurant and the atmosphere.
Just please give us homemade and fresh chips and flour/corn tortillas! We'll try again!"
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: good for groups, neighborhood gem, hot spot, special occasion
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Review 2 for Spotted Donkey Cantina, el Pedregal
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
addictive
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"great mexican food. I have try most everything here and its all great Also try the silver coin marg."
Dined on 5/17/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion
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Review 3 for Spotted Donkey Cantina, el Pedregal
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Mexican with a twist
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"They have their own signature tequila (which unfortunately they were out of when we visited, the margaritas were good. Excellent appetizers. Unique mexican food. Beautiful sunset on the patio."
Dined on 5/15/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, scenic view, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 4 for Spotted Donkey Cantina, el Pedregal
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Always a delight!
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"I'm a big fan of the Spotted Donkey and am never disappointed. Great service, great music, great ambiance, great food. Love their quesadillas!"
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 5 for Spotted Donkey Cantina, el Pedregal
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
The best place in the Carefree
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We live in the area and have been to the Spotted Donkey many times. Never a time when the food wasn't delicicious and abundant. Not sure how some people can eat there and criticize anything....there isn't a thing we could ever say negative about this place. The variety of the menu alone should please everyone. Plan on taking some home but I can tell you that your leftovers are just as good the next day!"
Dined on 5/07/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, great for brunch, romantic, scenic view, neighborhood gem, hot spot, special occasion
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Review 6 for Spotted Donkey Cantina, el Pedregal
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Fun
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We had a delightful lunch here. Food was good and service was fine. There was a concert going on in the courtyard and there was lots of activity and fun."
Dined on 5/05/2013
Special Features: good for groups, vibrant bar scene, great for outdoor dining, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, hot spot, great for lunch
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Review 7 for Spotted Donkey Cantina, el Pedregal
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
A very Pleasant surprise
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"This was our first time dining at the Spotted Donkey and I think we chose it because of the name. However, the food is terrific and our waitress was attentive, pleasant, and efficient. We'll be back."
Dined on 4/29/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem
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Review 8 for Spotted Donkey Cantina, el Pedregal
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
This is a great place for
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"This is a great place for lunch... the food always exceeds our expectations. We went on a Sunday when there was music in the courtyard... so we had the best of both worlds... we sat outside under an umbrella and enjoyed the food and the music. Great onion rings. The food is always fresh and full of flavor."
Dined on 04/28/2013
2011
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, scenic view
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Review 9 for Spotted Donkey Cantina, el Pedregal
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Wait till next November
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We are local &!have lived in the area for 15 years. Their food quality has gone downhill again. Cheaper & smaller cut of meat & bland sauces. w which seems to happen as soon as the busy winter season ends. We forgot its April now so they cut corners by hiring less experienced chef & lower quality food. Recommend wait to go back until Late September then restaurant gets better for season"
Dined on 04/26/2013
2012
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Review 10 for Spotted Donkey Cantina, el Pedregal
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Good food but high priced,
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Good food but high priced, part of Boulders resort, but a stand alone restaurant charging hotel restaurant prices all day no lunch menu"
Dined on 04/26/2013
2004
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Review 11 for Spotted Donkey Cantina, el Pedregal
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Excellent Mexican food
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Great Mexican food. While a bit on the pricy side the Spotted Donkey provides some outstanding food. We went for lunch and I had the chicken enchaladas which were perfect. Try the combination red and green sauce. My friend had a salad which he stated was large and tasty. They offer a few unique dishes that all looked good. I will definitely return."
Dined on 04/24/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, great for lunch
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Review 12 for Spotted Donkey Cantina, el Pedregal
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
What's not to like?
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"I like the SDC. Great drinks, crowd, and food."
Dined on 04/21/2013
2006
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 13 for Spotted Donkey Cantina, el Pedregal
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
My favorite local restaurant.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"My favorite local restaurant. Especially enjoyable on Carefree Sunday!"
Dined on 04/21/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem
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Review 14 for Spotted Donkey Cantina, el Pedregal
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
a fun enjoyable place good
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"a fun enjoyable place good food quiet and great atmosphere"
Dined on 04/21/2013
2009
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, scenic view, great for lunch
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Review 15 for Spotted Donkey Cantina, el Pedregal
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Consistent
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Always an excellent meal and value"
Dined on 04/18/2013
2012
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, late-night find, neighborhood gem, special occasion, scenic view, great for lunch
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Review 16 for Spotted Donkey Cantina, el Pedregal
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Overall not a good dining
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Overall not a good dining out experience. May have changed management. We have dined at the restaurant several times in the past and enjoyed the experience. We will not return to this restaurant."
Dined on 04/14/2013
2006
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Review 17 for Spotted Donkey Cantina, el Pedregal
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
I am not a great fan of Mexican
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"I am not a great fan of Mexican food, subscribing to the Top Gear view (Brits will know what I am talking about) but the food here is of a different class to anywhere else I have been.
We take friends here when they visit us in Arizona and everyone enjoys it.
The cocktails are great - try the Mezcal Mule which comes in a metal cup with Russian lettering on (I wanted to sneak mine home), the staff are friendly and efficient and this place is always buzzing lunch and dinner."
Dined on 04/08/2013
2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining
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Review 18 for Spotted Donkey Cantina, el Pedregal
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Excellent Mac & Cheese and
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Excellent Mac & Cheese and Calimari."
Dined on 04/06/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem
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Review 19 for Spotted Donkey Cantina, el Pedregal
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
We always bring out of town
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We always bring out of town guests, never disappointed."
Dined on 04/04/2013
2012
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem
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Review 20 for Spotted Donkey Cantina, el Pedregal
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
We Took winter visitors for
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We Took winter visitors for dinner. One was a repeat visitor that requested we go back to "that great Mexican restaurant" that we had taken her to last time. The guest she had brought was equally Impressed. Best in Carefree area for sure!"
Dined on 04/03/2013
2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem
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Review 21 for Spotted Donkey Cantina, el Pedregal
Overall rating
(Poor)
1
/
5
I called/left a message to
Food
(Poor)
1
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Poor)
1
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"I called/left a message to advise we would be late for our reservation. When we arrived at the restautant, I was told they gave away our reservation as a 'no show'. I shared with the hostess, I tried calling and left a message....her response "can't you see how busy we are, we do not have time to answer a phone/pick up a message". We were advised it would a 40-60 minute wait. The hostess was rude and will not return to that restaurant...obviously by her response, they are so busy, additional customers were not that important."
Dined on 03/28/2013
2005
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Review 22 for Spotted Donkey Cantina, el Pedregal
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Excellent food and service.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Excellent food and service. We ate outside..really fun restaurant"
Dined on 03/29/2013
2005
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, late-night find, neighborhood gem, scenic view, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 23 for Spotted Donkey Cantina, el Pedregal
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food as usual outstanding!!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Food as usual outstanding!! Love the atmosphere and the surrounding scenery from the outside patio."
Dined on 03/29/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 24 for Spotted Donkey Cantina, el Pedregal
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Very disappointed in the Fajitas...
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Very disappointed in the Fajitas...advertised as "Best in the Valley"...VERY GREASY and not enough "condiments" with it...only sour cream and guacamole! :("
Dined on 03/28/2013
2010
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 25 for Spotted Donkey Cantina, el Pedregal
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Best Mexican food in Carefree
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Very busy on Easter Weekend. Great food and drinks. Good wines by the glass and of course, margaritas. Highly recommend the stuffed chilis."
Dined on 03/28/2013
2005
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem
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Review 26 for Spotted Donkey Cantina, el Pedregal
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Super fish tacos and guacamole,
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Super fish tacos and guacamole, only thing missing was the free chips 'n salsa when you arrive (you have to pay for chips 'n salsa or chips 'n guacamole if you want some). This was an immediate turn off as so many other good Mexican restaurants offer chips 'n salsa for free. The margaritas were awesome, really smooth."
Dined on 03/28/2013
2013
Special Features: good for groups, great for outdoor dining, kid-friendly, scenic view
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Review 27 for Spotted Donkey Cantina, el Pedregal
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
We enjoyed our dinner at Spotted
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We enjoyed our dinner at Spotted Donkey very much!! The food was very good and the service was outstanding! I would definately recommend the Spotted Donkey!!"
Dined on 03/21/2013
2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining
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Review 28 for Spotted Donkey Cantina, el Pedregal
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great Mexican food and the
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Great Mexican food and the Margarites are a home made but pretty pricey . Cozy atmosphere"
Dined on 03/21/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 29 for Spotted Donkey Cantina, el Pedregal
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
We always take company there.
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We always take company there. Staff is always friendly and informative. And we have never had a complaint re: the food or the margaritas!!!"
Dined on 03/21/2013
2012
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, kid-friendly, late-night find, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 30 for Spotted Donkey Cantina, el Pedregal
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
We love this place. Enjoyable!
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We love this place. Enjoyable! We try different things and sometimes error for our tastes, but the food is very good. We will return again and again. Wish this restaurant could help with the revival of such a nice shopping area. Would love to have that resource on this end of the city. Sigh."
Dined on 03/19/2013
2006
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem
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Review 31 for Spotted Donkey Cantina, el Pedregal
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Snowbird's Favorite Place!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We love this restaurant. We're snowbirds and each year we head there as fast as possible, once we arrive, for our favorite dishes. The food is unique, consistently good and the atmosphere is fun and festive. A bit small for large groups. A bit close if your kids aren't well behaved. Enjoy it a lot and very much recommend it!!"
Dined on 03/12/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, scenic view, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 32 for Spotted Donkey Cantina, el Pedregal
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, scenic view, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 33 for Spotted Donkey Cantina, el Pedregal
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great atmosphere and always
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Great atmosphere and always enjoy going there"
Dined on 03/17/2013
2012
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 34 for Spotted Donkey Cantina, el Pedregal
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
The stuffed peppers were amazing!!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The stuffed peppers were amazing!!"
Dined on 03/08/2013
2012
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, special occasion, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 35 for Spotted Donkey Cantina, el Pedregal
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Perfect for a low-key dinner
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Perfect for a low-key dinner after a day by the pool or on the golf course! Great Mexican food!"
Dined on 03/15/2013
2013
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem
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Review 36 for Spotted Donkey Cantina, el Pedregal
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Wonderful meal. Rich flavors
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Wonderful meal. Rich flavors and a refreshing twist on traditional Mexican food. Great interior and very friendly and attentive staff. Worth the drive from Old Town Scottsdale area!!"
Dined on 03/15/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, scenic view, hot spot
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Review 37 for Spotted Donkey Cantina, el Pedregal
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
The wait staff was very helpful
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The wait staff was very helpful in helping us order. Our party included those who like spicy to very mild choices."
Dined on 03/12/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, scenic view, hot spot
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Review 38 for Spotted Donkey Cantina, el Pedregal
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
AlLWAYS FUN, AND CONSISTENTLY GOOD
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We love the Spotted Donkey and go there a lot. Have yet to have a bad meal there, always consistently good. The bartenders make wonderful drinks, especially margueritas and will take special orders with care. Food likewise is exceptional. Donkey chopped salad, burgers and the special of the night is what we had, fish tacos. Wonderful. We like everything about the Donkey, from atmosphere to food always a great combination for a wonderful time"
Dined on 03/10/2013
2012
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, late-night find, neighborhood gem, romantic, scenic view, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 39 for Spotted Donkey Cantina, el Pedregal
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Sunday's during the spring
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Sunday's during the spring have live music at El Pedregal, and very busy. SDC patio is the best seat in the house for this."
Dined on 03/10/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 40 for Spotted Donkey Cantina, el Pedregal
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Had a lovely table outside.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Had a lovely table outside. Enjoyed it all immensely!"
Dined on 03/04/2013
2008
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, scenic view
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Review 41 for Spotted Donkey Cantina, el Pedregal
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Good place to meet for a beer
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Located on the second floor of a small shopping center in a remote area of Scottsdale.
Food was more like bar food. Fish tacos appeared to be comprised of frozen, machine made talapia. OK food, but really nothing spectacular, more along the lines of
chain restaurants like Chilis.
chain restaurants like Chilis.
OK for a beer and a snack, but otherwise, not really worth the trip."
Dined on 02/22/2013
2009
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Review 42 for Spotted Donkey Cantina, el Pedregal
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Outstanding Mexican Food
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Excellent Mexican food if you don't want the "traditional" Tex-Mex that is glopped with cheeses and bad sauces. This is the only place we'll eat Mexican food in North Scottsdale. Every other place that claims to serve excellent Mexican pales in comparison."
Dined on 02/28/2013
2006
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, kid-friendly
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Review 43 for Spotted Donkey Cantina, el Pedregal
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Four of us had a good meal
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Four of us had a good meal -- fish tacos were especially tasty (meatloaf was a bit bland). Service was attentive without being overly so. Comfortable seating, but noise level was high enough that we noticed making an effort to be heard around the table (which, of course, added to the noise level)."
Dined on 02/28/2013
2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 44 for Spotted Donkey Cantina, el Pedregal
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great choice for southwestern food!
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Nice restaurant, convenient if you are staying at the Boulders resort. Excellent margaritas and solid southwestern food. Portions are large enough to share, or come hungry!"
Dined on 02/26/2013
2002
Special Features: good for groups, great for outdoor dining
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Review 45 for Spotted Donkey Cantina, el Pedregal
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
I only get to eat at The Spotted
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I only get to eat at The Spotted Donkey once a year, but it is always a highlight to
my trip to Phoenix/Scottsdale. And, best of all, it was nice enough to eat outdoors."
my trip to Phoenix/Scottsdale. And, best of all, it was nice enough to eat outdoors."
Dined on 02/25/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, great for lunch
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Review 46 for Spotted Donkey Cantina, el Pedregal
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
The staff was very understanding
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The staff was very understanding of our parties needs and saw that they were met."
Dined on 02/23/2013
2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, neighborhood gem, notable wine list
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Review 47 for Spotted Donkey Cantina, el Pedregal
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great service and great food
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Terrific food, great service, great guacamole, great jalapeño poppers"
Dined on 02/22/2013
2010
Special Features: good for groups, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 48 for Spotted Donkey Cantina, el Pedregal
Overall rating
(Poor)
1
/
5
could not get served at the
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"could not get served at the bar.not a paricularly friendly atmosphere"
Dined on 02/18/2013
2005
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Review 49 for Spotted Donkey Cantina, el Pedregal
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
It's not as good as previously
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"It's not as good as previously --no table-side guacamole. I felt that we were rushed-no offer of coffee or dessert. Not as good an experience as last year."
Dined on 02/21/2013
2004
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Review 50 for Spotted Donkey Cantina, el Pedregal
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Wonderful evening with friends.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Wonderful evening with friends. Each of us delighted with our meal choices. Would definitely come back."
Dined on 02/02/2013
2011
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