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A retro-chic hotel restaurant and lounge serving innovative American comfort food and cocktails with a unique 50s vibe.

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ZuZu

ZuZu

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A retro-chic hotel restaurant and lounge serving innovative American comfort food and cocktails with a unique 50s vibe.

"This place is great! The service is very attentive and friendly. The food on the other hand is delicious!"

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Book Ahead

Make reservations early, especially for special events like Thanksgiving brunch, to secure your spot.

Pet-Friendly Patio

Consider dining outside if you have pets; there's an option to bring them along.

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Quick Facts

Open·Closes 10PM

Cuisine

American

Price

$$$

Phone

(480) 421-7997

Address

6850 E Main St, Scottsdale, AZ 85251, USA

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Over-the-Top Milkshakes

Over-the-Top Milkshakes

Indulge in ZuZu's legendary milkshakes, extravagant creations that have become a cult favorite.

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Retro-Chic Ambiance

Retro-Chic Ambiance

Experience a unique ambiance blending a 50s vibe with Palm Springs and LA influences.

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Spicy Brussels Sprouts

Spicy Brussels Sprouts

Savor addictive Brussels sprouts with a flavorful kimchi sauce and crispy bacon.

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Zuzu’s inside Valley Ho Hotel in Scottsdale, Arizona. Fun vibe, great food! Retro vibe that takes you back 🙌🏼 #Scottsdale #Arizona #scottsdalearizona #scottsdalerestaurants #arizonaliving #MovingtoArizona #visitarizona #zuzus #valleyhohotel
@movemetoarizona
96 likes • 3.9K views

Book Ahead

Make reservations early, especially for special events like Thanksgiving brunch, to secure your spot.

Pet-Friendly Patio

Consider dining outside if you have pets; there's an option to bring them along.

who loves a good retro vibe? Zuzu has those mid century modern vibes #scottsdale #retro #midcenturymodern #arizona #brunch #foodie #azfoodie
@letthemeatthis
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Build your own cookie 🍪 📍ZuZu Scottsdale #dessertdetectives #twins #scottsdale #travel #eat #dessert #foodies #foodie #fyp
@dessertdetectives
32 likes • 815 views

Maple Syrup Request

For breakfast, inquire about real maple syrup or bring your own if you're particular.

Tock Reservation Charge

Beware of the $10 per person reservation charge, ensure it's refunded correctly.

Zuzu is celebrating Star Wars all month long! #may4th #starwars #milkshake #Scottsdale #scottsdaleaz #arizona @drockeats
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1.2K likes • 19.2K views

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Book Ahead

Make reservations early, especially for special events like Thanksgiving brunch, to secure your spot.

Pet-Friendly Patio

Consider dining outside if you have pets; there's an option to bring them along.

Maple Syrup Request

For breakfast, inquire about real maple syrup or bring your own if you're particular.

Tock Reservation Charge

Beware of the $10 per person reservation charge, ensure it's refunded correctly.

What Travellers Say

4.6
(491k reviews)

Reviews Summary

ZuZu receives praise for its innovative American comfort food, unique retro-chic ambiance, and indulgent milkshakes. Diners highlight dishes like the spicy Brussels sprouts and appreciate the attentive service and fun atmosphere. However, some reviews mention slow service at times and a reservation deposit that can be handled incorrectly.

"This place is great! The service is very attentive and friendly. The food on the other hand is delicious! I stayed in the hotel a couple of nights and got to order breakfast and dinner, and both of them blew me away. The chefs really know what they're doing! For breakfast I had eggs Benedict and a big iced latte, and for dinner I had the wedge salad and fried calamari. Alongside with a lemon drop and for dessert the Tres Leches lava cake. Everything was flavorful and made with love. I guess in my experience the restaurants that are in a hotel are subpar but this one was amazing. I also loved the mid-century decor, it definitely had a chill vibe to it. Highly recommend!"

Alesya Kos

"What we got :

Hazy ipa
Brussel Sprouts
Calamari

This place is such a hidden gem. I wish it wasn’t in a hotel where I would come here more often. I’ve never had better brussels sprouts in my life in here they cover in some kind of kimchi sauce and they put bacon in it and it is so darn addicting. I just wish they would go a little bit easy on the sauce as towards the bottom, it just becomes a pool of sauce haha and the calamari was so fresh tasting and crunchy. It was everything I wanted in it. This place is such a good spot and their Caesar salad looked really good. Everybody kept ordering it. The food also comes in big portions which I love."

Sabrina Hoyer

"The atmosphere here is laid back and relaxing. The service matches laid back and is fairly slow. The Brussels sprouts, although plenteous in quantity, were a bit underwhelming in taste. After reading the reviews about them we thought they would be better. The capriccio was absolutely delicious and the salmon had an amazingly grilled crust."

Suzette Thompson

What People Like

Over-the-top milkshakes
Unique retro ambiance
Spicy Brussels sprouts

What People Dislike

Inconsistent service speed
Reservation deposit issues

Frequently Asked Questions

ZuZu is famous for its over-the-top milkshakes, innovative American comfort food, and its unique retro-chic ambiance with 50s vibes.

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Yes, ZuZu offers outdoor dining and is pet-friendly.

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Yes, live music is often featured on Friday nights, contributing to the restaurant's vibrant atmosphere.

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Reservations can be made, but be aware of a $10 per person charge that should be refunded to your bill.

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Popular dishes include the spicy Brussels sprouts, chicken and waffles, and the decadent milkshakes.

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ZuZu is a popular spot for brunch, offering a variety of options in a lively setting.

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