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    Pistoleros Parrilla

    4.5 (78 reviews)
    Closed 4:00 pm - 1:00 am (Next day)
    Updated 3 months ago

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    Joy J.

    I have had Pistoleros Parrilla on my Happy Hour hit list for a while now. After seeing their content on social media, I HAD TO add it to my bookmarks! I'm so damn glad my coworker and I went after work today. We had the best time! Everything was perfect from the moment we walked in to when we left 3 hours later. The entrance to the upstairs bar makes you feel like you're a V.I.P.! If it's your first time here like it was ours, the downstairs isn't open quite yet. Head upstairs for Happy Hour at the bar. I'd also like to point out that they are one of the rare places that have a longer HH, from 4 to 6:30 pm. Score! Do note their HH runs from Wed to Sunday only! We ordered 4 cocktails and 2 appetizers. Mine: Tropical Threesome & Pistoleros Margarita Coworker: Mexican Espressotini & Smoke and Seduction Apps: Guacamole & Pulpo a las Brasas Let me just say the drinks are on point. I love it when they know how to make then absolutely perfect with just the right amount of alcohol. Some places make them too strong, others are underwhelming, but Pistoleros nails it on the head! The appetizers were filling and the flavors meshed so well together! From presentation to our last few bites, we savored every morsel. The food and drinks were great, but the staff and ambiance really made the whole experience even better. Chef ans GM Marco was walking the restaurant and came to chat with us a few times. He told us they opened about 6 months ago, and that he is working on some special menu items for the upcoming fall season. The downstairs area, known as the Pisto Lounge, is set for a soft opening sometime next month, with a grand opening planned for September. You'll want to follow them on the gram for the actual dates! @pistolerosparrilla Our bartenders Kimmy and Jenna were so welcoming and attentive to our needs, checking in often. Fernando the security dude was super cool, too! Before we left, Chef Marco even gave us a quick tour of the Pisto Lounge downstairs. I love the details, right down to the wine cellar style inspired booths! This is going to be a poppin' spot once it opens, trust!! They even have an outdoor patio upstairs which will be so nice when the weather chills out. Thank you to the staff at Pistoleros Parrilla for an exemplary first visit. It speaks volumes when management reaches out to you and really wants to make it the best experience possible. We felt the love, so stop by and do the same!! This place deserves way more than 5 stars!

    Arranchera entree - plus beans and tortilla, very good!
    Benjamin H.

    Great ambiance and very friendly bartenders - excited this place is so close by I came in here last Wednesday and sat at the upstairs bar, highlight was the skinny marg and the arranchera entree (super good!) downside was the chicken entree dish, was extremely dry and disappointing.. Good experience and I recommend to anybody in area will most likely be back, I just won't get the chicken dish again lol

    Pulpo a las brasas
    Jacqueline H.

    Old Town Scottsdale has no shortage of restaurants, but Pistoleros feels rooted in something deeper than trend. Founded by brothers Luke and Jake Kory alongside Chef Marco Garcia -- whose culinary perspective was shaped by the borderlands of Nogales -- the restaurant draws heavily from the traditions of Northern Mexico and Sonoran fire cooking. The design language immediately sets the tone. Breeze block walls, dark steel staircases, warm walnut woods, glowing amber lighting, leather banquettes, and contemporary Mexican artwork create a space that feels modern and distinctly Sonoran. Both visits featured a live DJ, and while it's louder than I would typically prefer for a long dinner centered around incredible food, the atmosphere is undeniably vibrant and social in a way that fits Old Town Scottsdale beautifully. Standout dishes included the Pulpo A Las Brasas -- smoky mesquite-grilled octopus marinated in achiote, citrus, and warm spices with Sonoran chimichurri -- along with the bubbling Queso Fundido with chorizo and the bright, herbaceous Aguachile Verde layered with lime, serrano, cucumber, avocado, cilantro, and crisp red onion. We also ordered the 1855 Ribeye, a beautifully cooked Black Angus boneless ribeye with an incredible tenderness and mesquite-charred finish. The centerpiece of the evening, however, was the Vaquero Tomahawk -- a dramatic 40 oz bone-in ribeye from Arizona's Local Stockyards. Cocktails were equally memorable. The Dirty Horchata arrived with fire-lit cinnamon smoke, while the Thirst Trap balanced passion fruit, tequila, lime, vanilla bean, and sparkling wine into something dangerously easy to drink. For steak lovers and Sonoran cooking, I Highly recommend!!

    Desiree F.

    First time enjoying a seat at the bar for dinner last night. They have a beautiful open air patio with decent views. Our server, Lizzie (bar manager), provided great service and made our visit enjoyable. The chicken and roasted vegetables were a perfect light dinner for sharing. The chicken was seasoned great! Of course...when it's Scottsdale the prices are a bit higher than what I believe makes it a great value, but it was over-shined by great execution.

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    David P.

    I'd probably give a 4.5 if that was possible, but 4 isn't really a fair rating. Overall the experience was great. We had reservations and were seated pretty quickly. Service was helpful and friendly but maybe a bit on the slow side. I do wish that we would have gotten a seat indoors since the reservation didn't specify that we may be outside and AZ this spring is hot as hell. Appetizers were delicious. We had the tuna crudo, which is essentially a tuna tartare with avocado and a delicious sauce. We also got the fried beef and onion appetizer, but don't remember the name. Texture was different, but we were warned of this, and it was really good. We ate almost all of it. The appetizers' size was almost too big, that we didn't have much appetite when it came to ordering entrees. We shared the mahi mahi (dorado?) and it was the bomb. Highly recommend this. The churro dessert topped it off nicely. I'd definitely recommend Pistoleros. The vibe and food were both very enjoyable!

    Randa U.

    Located in the Old Scottsdale area, Pistoleros Parrilla is a lively environment, yet dimly lit. It's a trendy Mexican restaurant that is moderately priced. Initially walking in, I loved the indoor and outdoor seating and environment. There was a DJ playing music in the background and it looked very cool. We ordered the Aracherra and Pollo Nogales Entomatadas. The Aracherra was requested "rare" and was perfectly cooked. While it was spiced quite nicely, it also came with chimichurri sauce, salsa, manchego cheese cubes, and pickled onions. You can season your steak as much or as little as you like, although it didn't need anything extra. The steak was wonderfully spiced. While my guest enjoyed her steak, I ordered the Pollo Nogales Entomatadas, which are chicken enchiladas. They were also presented beautifully. While it's meant to be tomato-heavy, it was perfectly cheesy and had chicken in every bite. Three enchiladas were provided, topped with crema and tostada strips. I ate about every bite. It was rich, but not heavy. The chicken was very good and in every piece of the dish. It also looked pleasing. We ordered a side of Frijoles Negros de la Olla, which are vegetarian black beans. Served in cast iron dish, it was very standard tasting. For a cocktail, my friend ordered a Spicy Watermelon Margarita, and she loved every bit of it. It looked awesome, too. Our server was also great. She really was patient as we asked question. The con of our meal was the dessert. We ordered churros, and they came with three sauces - chocolate, vanilla, and strawberry. I was surprised to say the strawberry was my favorite. It was perfectly sweet and tart. What made the dessert bad was the fact the churros weren't fully cooked inside. The churros came out dark, but clearly not finished when we bit into them. Overall, the restaurant is worth the price paid (except for the churros). It's a great spot to hit on the weekend or with friends. The entrees were wonderful and full of flavor.

    steak + white sangria
    Vitto B.

    food was cooked amazingly, tender medium rare steak served with fresh toppings and tortillas. waitress was smiling and happy to serve. we sat outside and weather was great as well in the evening. I recommend the white sangria

    L M.

    Went there for Chef's week as well as celebrating our anniversary. The restaurant atmosphere was low key and inviting with Hispanic music playing in the background.. My husband ordered the special chef's menu and I ordered the skirt steak. Service was very good.. We ordered chips and salsa while deciding on our food. Salsa was nice and with a little kick. We didn't care so much for the tortilla chips which seemed without taste and like a hard tortilla shell turn in half, the chef's menu consisted of a delicious appetizer with crispy beef pieces, avocado, red onion. And spices. The chicken dish, rice, steak, and tres leche cake were all wonderful. It was a pleasant surprise that the chef came out and visited the tables and shared a bit of information on the food and restaurant. As the restaurant started to fill up with patrons, the music got louder as well as everyone's conversations. We decided at that point to leave as we were unable to hear each other. The delicious food will make it a repeat but maybe an earlier reservation. Comida deliciosa, todo el mundo debería probar.!

    Keylin D.

    I was really excited to try Pistoleros Parrilla, but it ended up being pretty disappointing. The atmosphere is definitely cute with a fun Spanish-inspired vibe, but that was honestly the highlight. The food just wasn't memorable. The queso dried up super fast and became almost hard, with a strange taste. The filet mignon was average at best. The only standout for me was the ceviche it actually really good!!! Service was also extremely slow, which made the experience even more frustrating. Overall, I wouldn't go back

    Roland H.

    Great spot. Very nice yet hip. Amazing steaks. Great cocktail + wine selection and the service was excellent and very friendly. Can't wait to go back!

    Cristalino margarita
    Joy W.

    We've been to Pistoleros twice now. What an amazing new restaurant and bar in old town Scottsdale. We feel like we're transported to a restaurant in Mexico. We've had the chips and salsa, ceviche de Camaros, Sonoran short ribs, and Arroz Mexicano. The short rib was big enough to share. All of the margaritas are amazing.

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    Food was solid! Service was below average, and it wasn't that busy as a whole... disappointing

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