Élephante, the renowned coastal Italian restaurant from Santa Monica, has officially opened its doors at Scottsdale Fashion Square.
This marks the establishment’s second location and its first venture outside of Southern California.
Spanning 12,000 square feet, Élephante Scottsdale offers a sophisticated atmosphere with a total capacity of 345 guests, including 60 patio seats.
The restaurant’s design draws inspiration from the sun-drenched Mediterranean, featuring bespoke furniture, artwork, and imported travertine tile, all curated by restaurateur and designer Nick Mathers.
The menu showcases a variety of dishes, including wood-fired pizzas made with long-fermented dough, house-made pastas, sustainably sourced seafood, and premium meats.
Signature items such as the Arancini and shareable puccia—a puffed, soft bread from Italy’s Puglia region served with whipped eggplant—are among the highlights.
Complementing the culinary offerings is an extensive beverage program featuring craft cocktails, proprietary private-label wines, and a full-time sommelier available to assist guests.
Unique to this location is Bar Bambino, an intimate cocktail lounge tucked within the restaurant, providing a space for late-night drinks and bites.
Élephante Scottsdale is located at 7014 E Camelback Road, Suite 601, Scottsdale, AZ 85251.
Operating hours are Monday through Thursday from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m., Friday from 11 a.m. to midnight, Saturday from 10 a.m. to midnight, and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 11 p.m.
Weekend brunch is available on Saturdays and Sundays from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Reservations can be made through the restaurant’s website.
For group dining and private event inquiries, contact events@elephanteaz.com.
Career opportunities are listed on the restaurant’s careers page.
Élephante’s expansion into Scottsdale reflects its commitment to providing an elevated dining experience, blending coastal Italian cuisine with a vibrant atmosphere tailored to the local community.
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