Picture grabbing fresh gelato, a glass of wine, and a wood-fired flatbread all under one roof, then eating it canal-side while the Scottsdale sun sets over the water. That’s a normal Tuesday at Olive & Ivy, a sprawling Mediterranean-inspired restaurant and marketplace tucked into the Scottsdale Waterfront development along Camelback Road.
What makes this place stand out isn’t just the food, it’s the format. Olive & Ivy operates as a hybrid: a grab-and-go market and bakery on one side, a full-service dining room on the other, plus a coffee bar, wine center, and gelateria woven throughout. Whether you’re stopping in for an espresso and pastry before work or settling in for a long dinner with friends, the space bends to fit whatever kind of visit you’re after.
Menu Highlights
Brunch is where this place really shines, and it’s served daily rather than just on weekends at the marketplace counter. The Braised Chicken Hash and Crab Cake Benedict are consistent favorites, along with a Breakfast Burrito hearty enough to fuel a full day of exploring the Waterfront shops nearby. Cinnamon French Toast and a Cinnamon Roll latte round things out for anyone with a sweet tooth.
Once dinner rolls around, the kitchen leans into its Mediterranean roots with wood-fired flatbreads topped with artisan ingredients, house-made pasta, and seafood dishes like Pacific sea bass and Shrimp Scampi Risotto. Shareable plates such as bruschetta with prosciutto or Manchego and Bacon Wrapped Dates make it easy to order a spread and pass things around the table.
The bakery case deserves its own shoutout. Pastries like the Pain de raisin get baked fresh throughout the day, and the gelato counter offers a rotating lineup of house-made flavors that pair nicely with an afternoon coffee run. For wine lovers, Mondays are the move: bottles are half off all day for anyone dining in, and the regular happy hour (weekdays from 3 to 6pm in the bar and lounge areas) brings discounted wine by the glass, beer, and cocktails alongside smaller plates.
Atmosphere & Décor
Inside, the design leans chic and modern, with an open kitchen, high ceilings, and enough natural light to make even a weekday lunch feel like an occasion. It’s the kind of space that manages to feel energetic without being chaotic, busy but not overwhelming.
The real draw, though, is the patio. Seating stretches along the canal with string lights overhead, giving evenings here a relaxed, almost resort-like glow. Arizona’s climate means that patio is usable for a good chunk of the year, and it’s consistently the seating area people request first.
Because the restaurant sits inside the larger Scottsdale Waterfront complex, there’s a lively backdrop of foot traffic, shops, and other diners nearby, which adds to the buzzy feel without making Olive & Ivy itself feel like it’s competing for your attention.
Other Considerations
Is parking easy? Self-parking is available at the nearby Nordstrom garage and underground Waterfront lots, and valet service is offered on Friday and Saturday evenings if you’d rather skip the walk.
What are the hours? The marketplace side opens early, Sunday through Thursday from 7am to 10pm and Friday and Saturday from 7am to 11pm, while the dining room and weekend brunch service run on a slightly different schedule, so it’s worth checking ahead if you have a specific meal in mind.
Is service consistent? Most visits come with attentive, friendly service, though like any high-volume spot with this much foot traffic, occasional off nights do happen, so patience during peak brunch hours goes a long way.
Can I just grab something quick? Absolutely. The marketplace counter is built for exactly that, whether it’s a coffee and pastry on your way somewhere else or a to-go dinner to enjoy back at your hotel.
Olive & Ivy
📍 7135 E Camelback Rd, Scottsdale, AZ 85251
Website: https://www.oliveandivyrestaurant.com/locations/scottsdale-az/
