Dinner menu overview at Local Bistro

Local Bistro in Scottsdale presents a vibrant and inviting dinner menu that artfully blends Italian, French, and Spanish influences. Each dish is thoughtfully crafted with seasonal, fresh ingredients, offering a delightful balance of classic favorites and innovative flavors to satisfy every palate.

Starters

Kick off your meal with a selection of enticing starters that range from light salads to indulgent bites. The House Baked Focaccia is a must-try, boasting a perfect crust drizzled with Spanish olive oil and finished with Maldon salt. For a textural delight, savor the Crispy Baby Brussels Sprouts tossed with golden raisins, pomegranate, and pine nuts, topped with ricotta salata.

Drunk Bread featuring crusty bread soaked in Swiss fondue and white wine for a rich, comforting start.
Crispy Eggplant & Burrata combines creamy burrata with a spicy Calabrian chili marmalade and fresh mint.
Wood Fired Corn is a smoky blend of lemon, avocado, pesto, and fragrant herbs like basil and chives.
Italian Guacamole is an inventive twist with sun-dried tomatoes, basil, Calabrian chili, Parmesan snow, and served with crostini.
Cauliflower arrives whole and fire roasted with smoky paprika, raita, chimichurri, salted peanuts, and fresh mint.
Tuna Tartare features sushi grade tuna with avocado, jalapeno, limoncello yuzu, and crispy rice for a fresh, vibrant bite.
Calamari Fritti pairs sweet cherry peppers with crispy herbs and a tangy Meyer lemon aioli.
Arugula Salad is bright and fresh with honey whipped goat cheese, strawberries, Marcona almonds, and lemon vinaigrette.
Beet Salad combines herb roasted beets with arugula, goat cheese, orange supremes, watermelon radish, and a delicate lemon vinaigrette.
French Onion Soup offers a classic preparation topped with bruleed Gruyere and a brioche crouton.
Fried Chicken Cobb is hearty with romaine, heirloom tomatoes, pickled cauliflower, roasted corn, white cheddar, and buttermilk ranch dressing.
Chopped Salad mixes Maytag blue cheese, candied walnuts, bing cherries, avocado, and cherry tomatoes with a white balsamic vinaigrette.
Caesar Salad features a perfectly cooked 6-minute egg, grana padano snow, grilled croutons, and parmesan crisp.

Mains

The main courses at Local Bistro impress with their rich flavors and masterful techniques. Pizza lovers will appreciate choices like the Bufala Pizza adorned with creamy bufala mozzarella and fresh basil, or the Braised Short Rib Pizza featuring fire roasted onions and a luscious fontina-gruyère blend.

Pasta aficionados can indulge in the Local’s Classic Pomodoro Pasta, where San Marzano tomato ragù meets fresh mozzarella and cherry tomatoes, brightened with lemon-butter and basil. The Lobster Spaghetti elevates seafood pasta with squid ink spaghetti, brandied lobster cream, lobster tail, mussels, and clams.

Tagliatelle alla Bolognese with 24-hour braised beef, pork, veal, and parmesan snow.
Wild Mushroom Ravioli featuring pan-roasted porcini and portobello mushrooms in a white wine-truffle cream sauce.
Rigatoni alla Vodka with local sausage, spicy tomato cream vodka sauce, bubbly mozzarella, and pangrattato topping.
Short Rib Ragu Pasta served over tagliatelle with braising jus bordelaise and fine herbs.
Chicken Parmesan featuring a zesty tomato sauce with Swiss fondue and citrus arugula.
Eggplant Parmesan with San Marzano ragu, heirloom tomato, bruleed mozzarella, and fresh basil.
Sautéed Chicken & Artichokes served with whipped potatoes, wild mushrooms, lemon beurre blanc, prosciutto, and pine nuts.
Local Double Smash Burger featuring two prime butter-griddled patties with American cheese, grilled onions, and secret sauce, served with frites.
Prime New York Strip a 16-ounce Manhattan cut paired with avocado salsa verde.
Steak Frites features hanger steak with truffle butter, garlic aioli, and parmesan frites.
Chilean Sea Bass Santa Lucia with pan-roasted sea bass, Spanish chorizo, white wine lobster broth, and saffron-garlic aioli.
Wild Salmon served with pesto whipped Yukon potatoes, julienned vegetables, lemon beurre blanc, and fried capers.

Desserts

Indulge in decadent desserts that provide a perfect finale to your meal. The Panna Cotta is a luscious espresso custard topped with Madagascar vanilla whipped cream and chocolate-covered espresso beans. The Local S'mores features pot au chocolat, butter-toasted hazelnut graham cracker crumbs, and bruleed marshmallow frosting for a nostalgic, gourmet touch.

Tiramisu with coffee-soaked ladyfingers and sweet mascarpone.
Wild Berry Meringata featuring Madagascar vanilla whipped cream, mixed berries, and strawberry-raspberry coulis.

Drinks and specials

Complement your meal with expertly crafted cocktails, a curated wine selection boasting over 120 varieties including favorites like Piatelli Reserve, as well as beer and coffee offerings. Local Bistro's attentive bartenders and warm service elevate every dining moment, whether you’re enjoying a lively brunch or a cozy dinner.

With inviting indoor and outdoor seating, free parking, and a friendly atmosphere, Local Bistro is a top choice for food enthusiasts seeking a modern, elegant dining experience in Scottsdale’s Hayden Peak Crossing neighborhood.

4.3

20581 Hayden Rd, Scottsdale, AZ 85255, USA

(480) 302-6050

Open now - Closing 9:00 PM

Monday

16:00–21:00

Tuesday

16:00–21:00

Wednesday

16:00–21:00

Thursday

16:00–21:00