The Mission – Old Town Scottsdale

Name: The Mission – Old Town Scottsdale
Address: 3815 North Brown Avenue, Scottsdale, AZ, United States, 85251
Telephone: (480) 636-5005
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.6

4.6

6374 Reviews

$30 and under

Latin American

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Old Town Scottsdale’s heart beats to a Latin drum at The Mission where renowned Chef Matt Carter (Zinc Bistro and Fat Ox) brings a modern twist to Latin cuisine blending influences from Spain, Mexico, Central America and South America.

Sip a signature margarita with unique flavors such as cucumber jalepeno or aguacate (yes, we said avocado) as you watch your Tableside Guacamole made to your taste from more than a dozen fresh ingredients.

Home made tortillas, and salsas are made fresh daily to accompany an assortment of meats and seafood prepared on a Plancha or a grill using pecan and mesquite wood that instills a rich flavor. And save room for dessert including our pumpkin bread pudding or expresso churros.

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Jun 7, 2023

7:00 p.m.

Booked 66 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

(480) 636-5005

Private dining

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Cuisines
Latin American, Latin / Spanish, Mexican / Regional American (Southwestern)
Hours of Operation
Daily 3:00 pm–5:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–3:00 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
Phone number
(480) 636-5005
Website
http://themissionaz.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Dress Code
Casual Dress
Executive Chef
Matt Carter
Private party facilities
We have an open dining area that is separate from the main dining room. We can also accommodate up to 32 people in our semi-private draped room. Our Garden Patio seats up to 60, the Courtyard Patio will seat 35 people.
Private party contact
Sonia Sorensen: (855) 447-0694

Location
3815 North Brown Avenue, Scottsdale, AZ 85251
Neighbourhood
Old Town Scottsdale
Parking Details
Lots of easy access to free parking in the front and to the back of the restaurant. Along the street as well!
Public Transit
The Scottsdale Trolley stops in three spots within less than 2 blocks from The Mission!
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Popular dishes

Chipotle Caesar SaladUS$14.00
lil gem lettuce, shaved radish, black beans, cilantro, cotija
Shaved Kale Salad*US$15.00
ají amarillo vinaigrette, baby heirloom tomatoes, blood orange, goat cheese, marcona almonds
Almejas al VaporUS$20.00
Peruvian clam stew, rock shrimp, chorizo, ají amarillo, roasted corn

A La Plancha

Spanish griddle. Add fried egg $2

Kobe DogUS$18.00
bacon, brioche, green chile pintos, cotija, red onion, ají rocoto
Cubano TortaUS$16.50
pork belly, smoked ham, Swiss, pickle, dijonnaise
Crispy Fried Chicken TortaUS$16.50
chorizo, corn, ají amarillo, queso Oaxaca

Starters y Botanas

Mission GuacamoleUS$16.50
chunky haas avocado, jalapeño, red onion, fresh garlic, sea salt, lime, tomatoes, chipotle puree, cilantro, cotija, toasted pepitas
TostadasUS$14.50
chicken thigh, black beans, ham hock, cotija, ají rocoto, crispy handmade corn tortillas
Grilled Street CornUS$10.00
skewered corn, butter, chile, ají rocoto, cilantro, cotija
Crispy Pork & Cola Lime Glaze*US$16.00
peanut, chiltepin, pickled fresno, iceberg, cilantro
Wild Sea of Cortez Shrimp Anticuchos*US$20.00
skewered shrimp, ají panca, oregano, soy, black pepper
Creekstone Beef Anticuchos*US$16.50
smoked Oaxacan pasilla glaze, sesame, soy, chimichurri
Roasted Corn GorditaUS$12.50
roasted corn, squash, zucchini, mushroom, gordita, huitlacoche crema
Pozole RojaUS$18.00
red chile, smoked pork, hominy, avocado, lime, crispy corn tortilla

Mission Tacos

hand-pressed corn tortillas

Crispy Rock ShrimpUS$18.00
Tecate battered, rocoto crema, cotija, shaved cabbage
Roasted Pork ShoulderUS$16.00
pineapple glaze, cilantro, cotija
Tecate Battered Mahi MahiUS$20.00
citrus escabeche, green olive aioli, cilantro, cotija
Tecate Creekstone Skirt Steak*US$20.00
morita salsa, avocado, lime, cilantro, cotija
Pollo a la BrasaUS$16.50
ají rocoto, white bean puree, oregano, lime, cabbage, avocado, cotija
Roasted Organic Butternut SquashUS$14.00
black bean sofrito, cumin, lime, pepitas, pickled jalapeño, cotija
Brussels Sprouts*US$14.00
sesame, chile de arbol, apple, ginger, toasted peanut, cotija

Sides

$10

White Bean Puree
garlic, arugula, roasted tomato, cotija
Black Bean Puree
serrano, lime
Haricot Vert
butter, smoked chilies, bacon, lime
Adobo Roasted Potatoes
grilled chorizo, cotija
Mission Fries*
cumin, lime, chipotle ketchup
Brussels Sprouts
bacon, merquen, lime
Green Chile Pinto Beans
bacon lardons
Chipotle Grits
butter, honey, cotija
Roasted Poblano Grits
horseradish, cotija

What 6,374 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.5Service
4.5Ambience
4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

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RobinM
San Francisco
2 reviews
2.0
2 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
overall2food1service4ambience1
Was outside… nothing special. Food was very expensive and not good. Had 2 year old with us not kid friendly food available. Beans very spicy, rice spicy.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Minneapolis
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
We have coming to this restaurant for many many years now. It is still one of my very favorite restaurants in the entire country. The menu is sublime, it’s not overly complicated, everything is executed with exact precision, and I have never ever had a disappointing meal to this day. Rock on, The Mission in Old Scottsdale, you have my vote now and forever!❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
KE
KeriE
Minneapolis
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 3 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Amazing food and friendly staff! Great atmosphere too. We even booked a reservation again w nights later 😊
ST
SallyT
Omaha
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
The service and cuisine were exceptional. I will definitely be back.
LC
LiliC
San Francisco
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food was beyond delicious! Service was outstanding. Definitely coming back.
ML
MichaelL
Phoenix
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
overall3food4service2ambience4
Spent $265 and was told by waitress that our table had a reservation in 20 minutes. We had already eaten and table was just cleared but were chatting for a few minutes prior to leaving. The comment was completely unnessary. If it was 5 minutes before next reservation I would have understood. I found the comment very rude and unwelcoming, especially after spending so much money. It put a damper on any good feelings I had towards the meal.
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on May 30, 2023
overall4food4service4ambience3
Just off the path in Old Town, this place exceeded expectations. Great service and delicious food!
MJ
MaxJ
Tulsa
5 reviews
4.0
5 reviews
Dined on May 30, 2023
overall4food4service4ambience4
Service and ambience were good. Food was also good but overpriced in my opinion.
C
Carol
San Francisco
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on May 29, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We had a table for 8 for lunch. Table side guacamole was amazing and so was the salsa. Great margaritas too! Whole group liked their food. I would definitely go back - staff was very helpful and friendly also.
AH
AndreaH
Phoenix
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on May 29, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food. Great service. Loved the bread pudding. First time here. We’ll be back. Get the prickly pear margarita.
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on May 28, 2023
overall3food4service2ambience2
Unremarkable. The food was good, and the guacamole really good, but I wouldn’t go back.
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 27, 2023
overall5food5service4ambience5
Favorite restaurant in the Phoenix area! Love going here for dinner and drinks!
r
reviewer7
Philadelphia
13 reviews
vip
5.0
13 reviews
Dined on May 26, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Delicious food and very accommodating with the high chair we needed
OT
OpenTable Diner
Alabama
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on May 25, 2023
overall3food5service1ambience5
Loved the ambiance and food but waitress was so rude and unprofessional because we only ordered tacos and drinks. We got exactly what we wanted and loved it. I just can’t stand a server that tries to sell a higher ticket.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Miami - Dade
3 reviews
2.0
3 reviews
Dined on May 23, 2023
overall2food2service3ambience3
We were overall overwhelmed. Staying at a nearby hotel and was recommended this place. The guacamole wasn’t even mixed and we had chunks of avocado which made it hard to eat. Also the dessert was below average, don’t be fooled.
OT
OpenTable Diner
San Francisco
3 reviews
vip
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on May 23, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Amazing everything! Mezcal old fashions were flowing as were the steak and brussel sprout tacos, and many other things we tried but I forgot now. Highly recommend
OT
OpenTable Diner
Phoenix
12 reviews
vip
5.0
12 reviews
Dined on May 22, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
Excellent food & service for a lunch meeting! We had a family style meal with several courses.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Philadelphia
3 reviews
vip
3.0
3 reviews
Dined on May 22, 2023
overall3food3service3ambience5
While the ambience, waitress & food were all great, the manager we had interacted with was the worst. She was the most inconsiderate, rude and lazy person I’ve encountered in a upscale restaurant. She put a black eye on an otherwise great meal and service. She is doing a huge disservice to all the good employees.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Los Angeles
3 reviews
vip
3.0
3 reviews
Dined on May 21, 2023
overall3food5service4ambience2
The music was so loud for a Sunday afternoon and got louder as the time went on. I can appreciate fun lively music but when u have to shout to the person next to you and u can’t hear the waitress that is ridiculous! It’s was a sun afternoon not a Saturday night at 11:00pm. However, the food was delicious and the waitress did the beat she could.
AL
AnnL
Houston
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on May 21, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Been to the Mission Old Towne a number of times. Food is consistently good. Service great as well. Definitely recommend!
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 20, 2023
overall5food4service5ambience5
Heather is a doll and a lovely server. Food was fresh and the staff happy
S
Susan
Phoenix
27 reviews
vip
5.0
27 reviews
Dined on May 20, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The Mission Old Town may be my favorite restaurant in the Valley. Delicious and moody, you feel like you have had a night on the town. The Old Town Mission is a very different experience from the Kierland Restaurant which is also good, just doesnt have the same vibe.
PH
PhilH
Las Vegas
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on May 17, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
We chose The Mission for my birthday dinner and it was a fantastic choice! My date and I started with prickly pear margaritas which were perfectly done and oh so good. We tried the Mission Guacamole which was made tableside and was the best quac I had ever had. We then had the Roasted Pork Shoulder tacos and it was delicious; we would definitely go back again just for those! Overall it was a wonderful experience.
K
Kyky
Phoenix
2 reviews
vip
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on May 14, 2023
overall4food3service5ambience4
Decent but won’t be going back anytime soon… forgettable meal with small portions and overpriced drinks
CS
ClaraS
Toronto
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on May 14, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We visited The Mission for our anniversary dinner while in Scottsdale. This is now our new favorite restaurant, ever. The food, the lighting, the service. Everything was perfect. We will travel back just to go there again.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Atlanta Metro
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on May 13, 2023
overall5food5service4ambience4
Delicious food and cocktails, from the chips and guacamole to the chorizo porchetta. You won’t regret trying the spicy hibiscus Margarita!
SY
SamY
St. Louis
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on May 13, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
This is probably one the best meals I have ever had, everything we ordered for the table was delicious and the service was amazing. Go here.
ME
MEBO
Toronto
8 reviews
vip
3.0
8 reviews
Dined on May 13, 2023
overall3food3service4ambience3
No issues with food but overpriced and expected more based on reviews. Place is super dark inside, very noisy, and a mish mash of people in shorts and others dressed smart casual. Servers were courteous and prompt.
TT
TempeTraveler
Phoenix
20 reviews
5.0
20 reviews
Dined on May 12, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
Excellent experience, love the old town location and its ambiance. One of my favorite locations.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Phoenix
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on May 10, 2023
overall4food4service5ambience5
Beautiful restaurant, good food but everything was super spicy :( I had to keep drinking water after each bite because it was too spicy! But food was good nonetheless, and drinks were good!
KF
KFoodie
Tokyo
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on May 10, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We enjoyed the first-class and authentic Mexican-Spanish cuisine. Empanadas and Salmon become our favorite.
TL
TruffleLover
New York Area
10 reviews
vip
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on May 9, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Outstanding, knowledgeable service. Delicious lunch!!
t
tpmckee60
Pittsburgh
29 reviews
4.0
29 reviews
Dined on May 9, 2023
overall4food5service5ambience2
I am traveling to Scottsdale so this was a first time visit. The food was really good. I liked the guacamole made at my table. The entree was porchetta (pork seasoned and roasted for hours). Dessert was pumpkin bread pudding with vanilla ice cream. Service was very good. What was not appealing was very low lighting and high noise level. I needed the flashlight from my phone to read the menu. (The waiter even commented to the next table that it's sometimes hard for him to see whether a plate needs taken away.) The music was loud and upbeat, more like a dancing club than a an expensive dining experience . The guest noise level was high to talk over the music. Since I'm not a loud talker, it was a plus to be there on my own and not have to shout across the table. I would go again for the food. It is very good and distinctive. I would go on my own and request seating in the area just inside the entry way, which was outside the "club sound" interior dining area. For a diner who prefers a loud club-like atmosphere l, this is your place. For relaxing or romantic dining, it is not that place.
PW
PaulW
Detroit
4 reviews
vip
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on May 9, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
As always, great food and service at The Mission-Old Town.
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 9, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food and service was outstanding!! Enjoyed our meal and margaritas! Could have had the background music a little lower.
CT
CharletteT
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 8, 2023
overall5food4service5ambience5
Great food and a very nice ambiance! Visited for a graduation dinner and it was well worth it.
C
Chifoodie
Phoenix
14 reviews
vip
5.0
14 reviews
Dined on May 8, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
One of my favorites in Scottsdale. Duck empanadas are my absolute favorite.
DL
DaveL
Orange County
54 reviews
vip
4.0
54 reviews
Dined on May 7, 2023
overall4food4service4ambience4
Good vibe at The Mission. You have to start with the home made Guacamole prepared tableside......it is great and customizable. The drinks were a bit high for the size. Adding an additional $3 for a splash of Gran Marnier to a marg seems a bit petty. All of our meals were good and the staff was very nice.....checked on us a few too many times but that is better than not often enough.
J
James
Las Vegas
3 reviews
vip
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on May 7, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
First time here and now one of our favorites in the Valley. Had guac, street corn, and shrimp appetizers. Really enjoyed the steak tacos and pumpkin bread pudding dessert. I was anxious given the portion size comments on reviews. The tortillas are small, but I found the meat/toppings to be filling and no cause for concern.
FP
FrankP
Las Vegas
1 review
vip
3.0
1 review
Dined on May 6, 2023
overall3food4service2ambience2
There was bird droppings on the table, too many flies. The server was stretched a little thin. The food was exceptional. Little disappointed that there was no mahi mahi.

Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitising
- Surfaces sanitised between seatings
- Digital, disposable or sanitised menu provided
- Sealed or wrapped utensils used
- Common areas deep-cleaned daily
- Sanitiser or wipes provided for customers
Physical distancing
- Limited number of seated diners
- Extra space between tables

Protective equipment
- Waitstaff wear masks
Screening
- Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

The Mission – Old Town Scottsdale offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (480) 636-5005.

The Mission – Old Town Scottsdale is rated 4.6 stars by 6374 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Jun 7, 2023

7:00 p.m.

Booked 66 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

(480) 636-5005

Google Map for The Mission – Old Town Scottsdale

3815 North Brown Avenue, Scottsdale, AZ 85251

Additional information

Neighbourhood
Old Town Scottsdale
Hours of Operation
Daily 3:00 pm–5:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–3:00 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
Cuisines
Latin American, Latin / Spanish, Mexican / Regional American (Southwestern)
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress Code
Casual Dress
Parking Details
Lots of easy access to free parking in the front and to the back of the restaurant. Along the street as well!
Public Transit
The Scottsdale Trolley stops in three spots within less than 2 blocks from The Mission!
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Executive Chef
Matt Carter
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://themissionaz.com/
Phone number
(480) 636-5005
Private party facilities
We have an open dining area that is separate from the main dining room. We can also accommodate up to 32 people in our semi-private draped room. Our Garden Patio seats up to 60, the Courtyard Patio will seat 35 people.
Private party contact
Sonia Sorensen: (855) 447-0694

The Mission – Old Town Scottsdale

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

Private dining

Additional information

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Prickly Pear

Pumpkin Bread Pudding

Guacamole

Ensaladas y Sopas

Chipotle Caesar SaladUS$14.00

Shaved Kale Salad*US$15.00

Almejas al VaporUS$20.00

A La Plancha

Kobe DogUS$18.00

Cubano TortaUS$16.50

Crispy Fried Chicken TortaUS$16.50

Starters y Botanas

Mission GuacamoleUS$16.50

TostadasUS$14.50

Grilled Street CornUS$10.00

Crispy Pork & Cola Lime Glaze*US$16.00

Wild Sea of Cortez Shrimp Anticuchos*US$20.00

Creekstone Beef Anticuchos*US$16.50

Roasted Corn GorditaUS$12.50

Pozole RojaUS$18.00

Mission Tacos

Crispy Rock ShrimpUS$18.00

Roasted Pork ShoulderUS$16.00

Tecate Battered Mahi MahiUS$20.00

Tecate Creekstone Skirt Steak*US$20.00

Pollo a la BrasaUS$16.50

Roasted Organic Butternut SquashUS$14.00

Brussels Sprouts*US$14.00

Sides

White Bean Puree

Black Bean Puree

Haricot Vert

Adobo Roasted Potatoes

Mission Fries*

Brussels Sprouts

Green Chile Pinto Beans

Chipotle Grits

Roasted Poblano Grits

Featured Items

Corn Tortillas

Flour Tortillas

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Cleaning & sanitising

Physical distancing

Protective equipment

Screening

FAQs

Does The Mission – Old Town Scottsdale offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is The Mission – Old Town Scottsdale restaurant rated?

Is The Mission – Old Town Scottsdale currently accepting bookings?

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

Additional information

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