The absolute best time in OT! Katie was our bartender and made sure that those cups stayed full all night long. She is my favorite!! If you are ever in Scottsdale, be sure to go to el hefe to see my girl! read more

If you want to go to an establishment that is prejudice and discriminatory, THIS PLACE IS FOR YOU! The blatant racism and discrimination against minority's in 2019 is truly DISAPPOINTING. We attempted to go to this establishment July 3rd. I had on high top Nike sneakers and my husband did too. I got in line in front of him and was let in with no problem. When it was my husbands turn they told him he couldn't get in with high top sneakers. What's the difference between he and I? When I asked the bouncer his reply was "this is our policy". Well El Hefe, you lost a loyal customer. I will no longer support an establishment that will not let African American men in with sneakers but will let men come in with flip flops, dirty a** shoes, and crocs! We were told if we wanted to get in we needed to buy a bottle! read more

This establishment employees racist p.o.s security and door guards. My friends and I had a table and they refused to let him, us, in because of my Black friend's attire, now I'm Black too but I'm light* and I'm a female. No rips or basketball shoes allowed but right in front of me is white people looking that way inside! Fffffforget y'all. I've been here for work with my liquor company for many years and have witnessed much racism. The place is sweaty and cramped and the regular staff will literally run over you to do their jobs, making any vendor work very difficult. The women who work behind the bar are typically rude and "over it", also not experienced in drink names or how to pour. It is true the place and floor are very dirty but I don't care about that myself. This review won't change a darn thing because all these clubs are run by the same rich people and it won't affect them but maybe it will save your evening. Food is garbage and overpried as well just go to a real eating establishment if you want that. read more

We had a reservation at 6:30 pm for 14 people. We confirmed with Kyle the day before the reservation was set. Upon arrival to our reservation, we were told that this is a private event & we were not able to be seated. They stated they would be able to "accommodate" us at their sister bar, Whiskey row. This restaurant was completely unprofessional & rude. Would not recommend to anyone. Would 100% recommend Whiskey Row to anyone in Scottsdale! read more

bouncers tried to withhold my ID claiming it was fake. i am 23 years old. had to get police involved.

The worst. Actually really did not enjoy this spot. Overpriced with rude security guards.

Great food experience with just a few service bumps. Came here for a quick lunch w/ 5 guys and 4 of us ordered the Tres Tacos Especial. At $11 it offered great value for a choice of 3 impressive sounding tacos and 1 side (Street corn for me). While not a huge deal, a few bumps in the service lead me to drop the 4th star and give a 3. A mix up of 2 taco orders occurred (but was rectified in a timely manner). It wasn't until I began eating my tacos that I realized that mine was mixed up too (I should have caught it earlier, nevertheless, all the tacos were great). Considering the simplicity of what we ordered I thought it would have been nice if the server just automatically split our bill. Whatever...she didn't, but when the bill came all 4 taco especials came up as $12. I know $4 isn't much to complain about...but it says $11 on the menu. I mentioned it to the server and (in a friendly manner) she returned with a new bill. But all she did was give a discount to rectify the discrepancy...but the discount was only for $3...still charging that extra $1 for the 4th meal. Again...the money is not the issue, just the principle. Other than that...a great place to grab some food! read more

El Heffe - Tres Tacos Especial (Ground Beef, Duck Carnitas, Carne Asada) w/ Grilled street corn= Great value for delicious offerings - Mexican Near Me - Scottsdale, Arizona

I stopped in to grab a beer but our server Katie recommended the Pollo Birria quesadilla and Im so glad she did! Super cool atmosphere and good music. Overall great experience, and we'll definitely be back for those quesadillas! read more

Ally was our server and she was amazing!!!! We love her!! I love her tattoos and I love Jordan fells

This place sucks, the entire staff is a bunch of daft idiots. The music is outdated and tacky and nothing's changed since they first arrived in Scottsdale. So tired of the same boring repetitive beat and the same lame trashy crowd. read more

El Hefe is a right place to have a memorable and fun weekend! The staff are all great especially Hailey, who made the best drinks especially the margs (get the mamacita) and was so dedicated in making sure our night went the best it could've!! We'll all be back read more

Had such a great time at El Hefe last night. Our VIP host Prateek showed us a really good time. Very customer centric person. Reach him out on Instagram (@SCOTTSDALEBOTTLESERVICES) to get the best services. read more

El Hefe "THE BOSS." What better way to spend a Wednesday night or Friday night in Old Town Scottsdale?! Excellent beer and tequila selection. The servers and bartenders are all beautiful, and actually have brains, unlike majority of OT bars... The table service is always on point. Rachel (with the dark hair) is exceptional. Overall customer service is excellent. Sean Frantz and his team all do a great job for the company. If you like tequila, booty, and loud music, then welcome home. If you don't like those things, then... Sorry? Maybe you suffer from a rare condition, who knows. Obey the boss. -H read more

El Heffe - Feeling it @ a table @ Hefe - Mexican Near Me - Scottsdale, Arizona

Very small portions. Like childlike portions. But it was tasty and a fun Vibe. Car got ticketed

El Hefe's is an absolute blast! We came into Scottsdale for a bachelor party with 13 guys and this place was nothing short of accomodating. When we got their Friday our bottle service with Ally and Louie was nothing short of spectacular, they were fun and attentive, always checking in with us to see if we needed anything. So much so that we changed our plans for Saturday to run it back for another great night! I would highly recommend going there for a great night out as Ally and the rest of the staff were incredible! Will definitely be visiting again when back in the area! read more

This place is confused. It wants to be a sports bar, restaurant and dance club and as a result, it does none of them very well. The food (I had the $3 tacos during happy hour) was decent, but nothing remarkable or earth shattering. The $3 beers were a hit with our group, but to a person (there were six of us), no one had anything nice to say about their food. Just sorta good, but not great. Other than having some TV's which you can't hear over their music, I don't see how they can call themselves a sports bar...that doesn't even make sense. Maybe it changes during football season, but it isn't anything like a sports bar at the moment. As for a dance club, we didn't stay to see it, but there is a large rectangular bar in the middle of the place and a DJ station at one end. I guess the dance floor would be between the DJ and the end of the bar which is not a large space. They were preparing for bottle service while we were there, and the wait staff was preoccupied. Overall, I think this place needs a manager who cares about customer service enough to impart that to the employees, because it feels like they believe that you should be grateful to be there and not the other way around. read more

I wish I could give this place zero stars. service was horrible. bouncers are rude and think they are better than you, even though they literally look at IDs for a living lmao. don't waste your time here. I ate at plenty of restaurants around the same area and they were so polite and we had no issue. I recommended going literally anywhere else but this place. read more

Great service, drinks were good. I think the bartenders name was Katy. Had an amazing time. Highly recommend!! Will def be back!!

Just came in to grab a couple tacos around lunch time, nearby and wanted to pass the time. Something about the food was a little off, and I can't quite put my finger on it. We also didn't order any drinks, so of course we didn't matter much to the bartender. If you *have* to give them your money, be sure to get plenty drunk before you order your food so it tastes better. :-) read more

El Hefe is one of my favorite Bars/Restaurants to enjoy dinner and drinks with friends. I typically visit during the weekdays for Taco Tuesday or the other specials, and weekend nights for partying. I'm never disappointed with this spot. As a Restaurant - I'm a huge fan of the tacos on the menu (Chicken Tinga and Fried Avocado are my favorite), but the other items are delicious, too. They also have great drink specials - the Bulldogarita is my go-to (a huge margarita with a beer in it). As a Bar/Nightclub - I'm also a hug fan. I love coming here with my friends. There are awesome DJs every night, the staff members wear fun theme costumes, and everyone is always so amped up having a good time. El Hefe has become a regular spot for me and my friends and I couldn't imagine a replacement in my social routine! read more

Had a group of my sales reps out for our sales kickoff and walked in with one and the guy with a red hair/beard, short, running the front door told me I couldn't come in?!?!??? This was the evening of May 7th, 2019. Literally did absolutely nothing. All I can think of is discrimination. Such a terrible human being and so, so, so, embarrassing. Especially with absolutely NO reasoning behind it. We had come from Skylanes (we rented out the whole venue, great experience!) and wanted to grab a night cap. I will be sure that any and all events with my company will not be held at El Hefe or any Riot House Group affiliate. Cornell Thomas and James Garguilo - I have no idea who this man is that is running your front door, but you need to take a long hard look at who you have on the frontlines representing you all as a company. read more

Ill go with what every one else has said in these reviews as my experience was the same. Came here with coworkers and the bouncer guy was rude, and my drink definitely didn't have alcohol in it so I guess stick to shots instead of getting mixed drinks here. Also this place doesn't really have an identity I mean its not a dance club and its not a sports bar its a weird bad mix of the two. read more

A group of 6 of us came in last night for my bachelorette party around 10pm. First we sat at a table, no one came, so we figured maybe we're supposed to order at the bar. I waited at the bar for a solid 5 minutes with no acknowledgement. Finally I asked someone walking by if we can order food at a table. He pointed to a different table and told us to sit there if we wanted service. So we moved. Then we waited another 15 minutes without even a single look from the staff. In retrospect I can't believe we waited that long, but we really wanted some carne asada fries. As a last ditch effort, I went back up to the bar to try to get someone's attention and we were blatantly ignored. I just don't get it-- I might understand if we came in acting obnoxious or something, but we were a really cournteous group, just wanted some food and drinks. I'm disappointed we wasted 25 minutes there. The place was nearly empty, and I assumed it was because it was early, but we went across the street and the other bars were pretty full. Now that I think about it, maybe people avoid this place because the service is the worst. I know I won't be coming back. Edit: in response to the manager's comment, I am referring to Saturday night on 2/16, and I can assure you I do not have the restaurant confused with somewhere else. What a joke. read more

In general old town has guaranteed customers... so therefore service I don't expect 5 star rated waitress or bartenders. A new waitress was there TONiGHT March 17th 2018... 1) she was not able to make my drink correctly 2) she bought 2 drinks of the second one when I ordered 1. Being civil i informed her what she didn't do right without drinking the drinks at all ... she spoke back ......sorry that's what I herd so I it must be Paid She did not attempt to correct my drinks at all ...and two minutes after she asked if I was the complainer type? I was contacted by riot/el Helfe team. I am so appreciative of the interaction. They addressed the issue. I am looking forward to returning to el Helfe with all my friends and family. I am grateful of the relied CustomerService service and am sure this pass experience will be rare. read more

Place is much smaller then the pictures show and watch if you pay cash they will try to sneak money from you or not give you the correct change read more

James.nightlife (IG handle) is super nice here!! He helped me out for my sister's birthday and my friend's bachelorette party. Truly shows you a good time and is super responsive on IG!! read more

This review is strictly on the food. They have some of my favorite Gourmet tacos I've ever had. My favorite is the shrimp taco but it is now off the menu which I hope they someday bring it back! They have vegetarian options which is awesome. Everytime I eat there I always pair my tacos with one of their huge margaritas. I recommend going on Tuesdays to take advantage of there all day Taco Tuesday menu. read more

El Heffe - Mexican Near Me - Scottsdale, Arizona

I hosted a bachelorette weekend in Scottsdale and my bride wanted a place where we could dance, party, have fun, and have a private place to sit and hold our stuff. @james.nightlife really showed us a great time with a VIP table and bottle service all night!! He exceeded our expectations as a host and was very attentive and kept us taken care of all night!! Contact James on insta if you're headed to Scottsdale for a night out or an planning an event and want a perfect night out! He's A1 the realest in the game!!! @james.nightlife @james.nightlife @james.nightlife read more

This place has surprisingly good food considering it is in the entertainment district (bars and club area). Tacos are inventive but the torta's are my favorite! Marlee and Berlin were very helpful. I had a Red Bull margarita which was great with lunch but let's get real usually it's just tequila shots. This place gets slammed at night. read more

El Heffe - Red Bull Tropical Margarita - Mexican Near Me - Scottsdale, Arizona

DO NOT GO HERE IF YOU ARE NEWLY OF AGE!! I was there last weekend and the bouncers were EXTREMELY disrespectful and would not let me in because my ID "was not me" and it was "fake". I had just turned 21 a week ago and have 30 days to get my ID flipped. The one bouncer called over the other bouncer to double check and he DID NOT even look they just told me to leave and took my ID and WOULD NOT give it back and told me I would go to jail. First of all they have no right to tell me I am going to jail and second to take my property that is REAL!!! I had to get the cops involved and they told the cops my ID was "in a safe they had no access to", this all happened in a matter of 5 minutes...if that. The management SUCKS, they will not call you back to speak with you when the bouncer told me I could call and speak to management. Heard great things about this place but the people who they have working for them are rude and obviously don't know how to tell from real and fake IDs!! Save yourself time and go to another bar. read more

If you're visiting from out of state or just in the area looking for a good night out, I highly recommend booking a table with James! One of the most professional and friendly promoters at el hefe. He will make sure you enjoy your event, 10/10! @james.nightlife if you're looking to book, you will not be disappointed ! read more

we had so much fun here! If you are planning a scottsdale trip, definitely book with the Promoter James. Hit up his instagram @james.nightlife He makes everything so easy all you have to worry about is having fun. He was incredibly helpful and we will definitely be back! read more

Amazing service by Jessica and the tacos were super tasty! Highly recommend this place. Friendly service, great tvs for the games and good food. read more

Katy was super dope. Great bartender had my drinks on time and great recommend this place 5-5

This is one of my least favorite places in all of Phoenix. I'll grant you that I'm more than a little biased against 'clubs' in general (I'd rather relax, talk, and laugh than get bumped around, shout, and pay $15 for a whiskey after waiting in line for 15 minutes). That being said, this place is the worst of the worst as far as clientele goes. Every Phoenician has heard of the $35K / year Scottsdale millionaire. Well, this is where they all come on Friday and Saturday nights to take on more crushing credit card debt so they can pop some bottles and impress some trashy women. Are you a male in your twenties that likes cranberry mixers, works in 'finance' (read: entry level teller at Chase), leases a 328i, is not above slipping something in a girl's drink, and pretends to be some kind of pseudo-cowboy hardass at Country Thunder once a year? Then you'll love it here among your friends. Are you a woman that is attracted to the aforementioned Scottsdale Bro? You'll love it here as well. read more

I'm NEVER coming here again! When I first came I was waiting in line forever while the security/bouncer let several people ahead of me. I didn't see them check anything off a list so they couldn't be VIP or anything like that. Then, I finally get in and the service just ISN'T there. I wait and wait and finally the bartender takes my order, and gives me a very weak drink! HELLO? I DIDN'T PAY $7 FOR A GLASS OF COCA COLA!! I ASKED FOR A JACK AND COKE! Don't believe the hype, this place sucks! Also El Hefe claims to have amazing tacos... I've had better tacos from a taco bus back home in Seattle, Washington. read more

DO NOT BUY BOTTLE SERVICE HERE.... We called ahead and reserved a table. They told us the table was 1 bottle minimum . We usually get 1 bottle of grey goose and then just order drinks and shots from our server (spending just as much as a bottle). Server was pouring EXTRA drinks without putting mixer in them and leaving them on the side of the table. Then I noticed her take one of them away as if it was an empty. Our server was also pouring very heavy, I don't usually mind and understand the server wants the bottle to finish quicker so we buy more. Once the bottle ran out the server told us we needed to buy another one. We said we would rather just run up a tab and buy shots, mixed drinks, etc etc. (there was 8 of us and we would have easily ran up more money than a bottle in the same time frame of drinking a bottle). THE SERVER TOLD US TO GET OFF THE TABLE SINCE WE ARE NOT BUYING ANOTHER BOTTLE.... This has never happened at Revolver, Smashbox, Firehouse, Axis, or American Junkie.. We said we would be running up an equal amount, she said the only way she would allow us to stay is if each of us racked up a $200 tab. Cliffs: Server was constanting pouring extra drinks and leaving them around our table. Server booted us from table for not buying another bottle even though we were willing to run up higher $$ tab. read more

This place...just wasn't for me. The company I work for took us on a mini-retreat to Scottsdale for a weekend, and a crew of us made our way over to El Hefe. And...it was just....how do I put this nicely? Just not the Midwest. All the women with fake tans, fake boobs spilling out of tanks, faux sexy hipsters mixed Men wearing tight Ed Hardy's with overly gelled hair & possible steriod use? Just not my thing. And it wasn't just the crowd of people there. I ordered two gin & tonics (same gin) and they tasted VASTLY different. On top of that, there were the overly surly cocktailers who seemed to be pissed off that people were there drinking. I mean, I get that you want to finish your side-work and get home, but when a bar is open (and it's not even midnight), you can't get pissed off at your customers for putting down a drink on a table in an open section. My favorite part of the night? Leaving. Sorry Boss. read more

Okay so this is your stereotypical Old Town Scottsdale night club. One caveat....they shoot confetti into the sky from little guns. Alright, I'm hooked. It's over crowded. And I don't mean with just people in general. I mean sweaty, overly intoxicated, overly "friendly" d's. You have to expect that going into a place where you'll wait in line for 45min if you don't have breasts, right? But again....the confetti. They have chicks that dance on the bar running around with a whistle and a bottle of liquor pouring shots into whomever is brave enough to step up to the bar. (This girl on her birthday! - no judgement needed.) Note to self: this liquid they pour into your mouth taste more like battery acid rather than actual alcohol, but hey, it's the experience. I have never even considered eating here being that I only force my friends into this establishment for special occasions.....or nights we've been over poured and feel like Superman. On my birthday we ventured in here for 30min-1hr. Enough time for a drink or two and a couple confetti showers. Heaven. If you haven't been I recommend at least going once to really experience a real "unce unce" night in Old Town. It will be everything you imagined. That is if you imagine things such as: sticky floors, tight shirts on men, girls with tube socks on bars, overly gel'd - spiked hair, tight/short dresses, long lines (outside and inside), ear drum bursting bass and CONFETTI. You're welcome. read more

I will never go back here again! Went here to celebrate my birthday, they refused to let one of our guests in stating his out of state license was a fake- with no proof and couldn't give us any explanation. The bouncer was rude and our guest had to go to back to our hotel to get his passport which clearly states the same information and come back to Old Town Scottsdale. I say stay clear it's not worth the hassle. The staff is on a HUGE power trip! read more