The Estate at Gold Dust Guidebook
Food scene
Blanco Tacos + Tequila
6166 N Scottsdale RdGood go-to Mexican joint.
La Hacienda
7575 East Princess DriveIncredible upscale Mexican
Pizzería Virtu
6952 E Main StNeapolitan coal-fired pizza.
Veneto Trattoria
6137 N Scottsdale RdGreat full Italian menu.
Hopdoddy Burger Bar
11055 N Scottsdale RdBurgers and beers
Street Brew
10634 N 71st PlSuper cool vibe.
Cartel Coffee Lab
7124 E 5th AveHigh-end joe.
The Original Rainbow Donuts
15834 N Cave Creek RdBest donuts around.
El Chorro
5550 E Lincoln DrGreat brunch.
Golf
McCormick Ranch Golf Club
7505 E McCormick PkwyReally good afternoon specials.
Papago Golf Course
5595 E Karsten WyGreat driving range/practice area.
Desert Canyon Golf Club
10440 N Indian Wells DrCool track, nice changes in elevation.
Hiking
Entrada de la Ruta - Reserva McDowell Sonoran
18333 N Thompson Peak PkwyGreat for families.
Camelback Hike
5700 N Echo Canyon DrHigher difficulty, beautiful views.
Sunrise Peak
Moderate difficulty, good wildlife.