Red’s Steakhouse
We love steak, and we’re convinced that Red’s Steakhouse’s house-aged selection is tops. The restaurant, at the Wigwam Resort & Spa in Litchfield Park, is a contemporary take on the classic steakhouse. It features a chic lounge area and an outdoor patio complete with a fireplace perfect for warm summer nights, especially during its weekly live entertainment. 623.935.3811, www.redssteakhouse.com.

POSH
Improvisational cuisine is the name of the game at Scottsdale’s POSH—and that’s what makes it one of the Valley’s most unique feasting spots. Using a check-off list, diners can determine what type of menu they’d prefer and Chef Joshua Hebert whips up an amazing repast based on their requirements, sometimes with daring, unforeseen ingredients (like kangaroo). 480.663.7674, www.poshscottsdale.com.

FnB
Though still in its infancy, this Old Town addition is already on the tip of every foodie’s tongue. The best seat in the house at FnB (which is short for “food and beverage”) is at the bar where guests can see Chef Charleen Badman prepare her amazing fried green tomatoes and butterscotch pudding. Plus, FnB displays plenty of local love as most of the wine list is made up of Arizona grapes. 480.425.9463, www.fnbrestaurant.com.

Talavera
Boasting gorgeous mountain and city-light views and a supercool fire element, this Four Seasons Resort Scottsdale at Troon North restaurant has one of the most coveted outdoor dining areas in the Valley. Talavera’s menu, which features such fine-dining fixtures as foie gras and Chilean sea bass, impresses as well. 480.515.5700, www.fourseasons.com/scottsdale.

Roka Akor
Sure, Roka Akor is among Scottsdale’s most gorgeous dining spots, with its clean-lined design, cool sake bar and exhibition-style kitchen. But it’s the Japanese restaurant’s amazing award-winning sushi and robata-grilled delicacies that keep us coming back for more. The crispy prawn roll, sweet corn side and warm toffee cake are favorites. 480.306.8800, www.rokaakor.com.