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Restaurants at Talking Stick Resort

Places to Eat:
Grab a Bite, Day to Night

From a great cup of joe to dinner at a fine restaurant, your vacation days aren’t complete without stopping to fuel up. Whether you’re looking for a quick snack for yourself or a spot for a family meal, you’ll find it in Salt River. Check out the top places to eat while you’re in town.

quick Bites

Salt River is home to many fantastic options for those looking to grab a quick bite to eat. Whatever you’re in the mood for, find plenty of options for a quick and satisfying meal.

  • Pokitrition

    Pokitrition


    Now open in Salt River, Pokitrition – Sushi Burritos & Poke! Eat Local. Healthy. Raw.Local business, homegrown in Arizona featuring build-your-own poke bowls, poke salads and poke wraps aka sushi burritos. Fill up your order with fresh sustainable, sushi grade, fish from Hawaii. Never frozen!

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  • Rusty Taco

    Rusty Taco


    “Tacos are the most important meal of the day!” Homemade street tacos and cold margaritas are waiting for you at Rusty Taco! Serving tacos, breakfast tacos, nachos, dessert and more! Rusty Taco at Talking Stick – Catering Menu

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  • Forefathers Cheesesteaks

    Forefathers Cheesesteaks


    The best cheesesteak in the Valley can be found here! This family-owned restaurant is serving cheesesteaks, salads and more. *Talking Stick Tip: Don’t forget the fry sauce

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  • Shake Shack

    Shake Shack


    Opening on April 11, 2024 The first drive-thru location in Arizona! Shake Shack’s Salt River location will offer guests both in-Shack dining and Shake Shack’s drive-thru experience. Shake Shack’s drive-thru features a digital menu board, a two-lane ordering system and a separate pick-up window for ease of convenience. its delicious…

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  • Dutch Bros Coffee

    Dutch Bros Coffee


    Sip the good vibes! Dutch Bros is now opened in Salt River, Arizona. Check out the menu and see what hand crafted drink awaits you!

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  • Playa Bowls

    Playa Bowls


    Playa Bowls™ is your slice of summer, anytime. Using the freshest, highest quality ingredients, the crew at Play Bowls serve healthy, delicious açaí, pitaya, coconut bowls and smoothies with sustainability and community in mind. Check out the menu.

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  • Black Rock Coffee Bar

    Black Rock Coffee Bar


    Fueling for the ones on the go! Black Rock Coffee serves delicious blends of robust coffee drinks, smooth iced lattes and energy fueled specialties sure to brighten your day. Sit in and drive thru available.

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  • White Castle

    White Castle


    The icon slider fast food joint is now open in Salt River! The first White Castle in the state of Arizona is located within Salt River’s Talking Stick Entertainment District. The 4,589-square-foot restaurant is the largest stand-alone White Castle restaurant. White Castle is known for its 2×2 steam-grilled sliders. The classic…

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  • Nekter Juice Bar

    Nekter Juice Bar


    Nekter is known for a healthy way of living, making juices, smoothies and acai bowls with fresh fruits and vegetables. Natural, freshly-made juices, smoothies, acai bowls, or cold pressed juices provides a steady stream of energy (no crash and burn), and feeds the body with live nutrients and enzymes, versus…

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  • Octane Raceway

    Octane Raceway


    America’s Best Kart Racing! Octane Raceway features a 1/3 mile indoor/outdoor track, 45+ mph karts, Velocity VR, Axe Throwing, Brickyard Bar & Grill, arcade, and event rooms. Corporate events and private parties from 10 – 500.

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Dining

Dining in Salt River is a culinary adventure, with a diverse range of eateries offering an array of delicious dishes. Satisfy your cravings in Salt River.

  • Angry Crab Shack

    Angry Crab Shack


    With a flavor experience so good it remains indescribable, Angry Crab Shack Talking Stick has something for every seafood lover. Have you tried our custom cajun seafood boil or one of the amazing sandwiches, appetizers, or salads on the menu? Angry Crab Shack Talking Stick restaurant is located at the Pavilions…

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  • Tash

    Tash


    From the O’odham language spoken by members of the Salt River Pima Maricopa Indian Community. Tash, pronounced [TH-O-SH], translates to sun, day or time. Tash is for those who are connoisseurs of life. Who are intrepid. Adventurous. On a quest for the extraordinary. The eclectic, Mediterranean-inspired menu blends multicultural influences to…

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  • The Eagles Buffet

    The Eagles Buffet


    The beloved Eagles Buffet is back! We are delighted to announce the Eagles Buffet is now open five days a week! At Eagles Buffet, there is a various selection of international cuisine that will for sure satisfy your appetite. Endless food with a large assortment of sugar-filled (and sugar-free) desserts. SEAFOOD…

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  • Shake Shack

    Shake Shack


    Opening on April 11, 2024 The first drive-thru location in Arizona! Shake Shack’s Salt River location will offer guests both in-Shack dining and Shake Shack’s drive-thru experience. Shake Shack’s drive-thru features a digital menu board, a two-lane ordering system and a separate pick-up window for ease of convenience. its delicious…

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  • Ocean Trail

    Ocean Trail


    FRESH SEAFOOD PREPARED CREOLE STYLE Experience a taste of New Orleans located just off the Talking Stick Resort‘s casino floor on the main level. About the MenuOcean Trail serves up exceptional seafood with aromatic Creole spices and classic New Orleans favorites—a rarity among restaurants in the Phoenix area. Items on…

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  • Spinato’s Pizzeria

    Spinato’s Pizzeria


    From pizza and pasta to fresh salads and decadent desserts, Spinato’s offer classic Chicago-style dishes and unique Arizona creations. Their sixth Valley location is here in Salt River, located at The Block at Talking Stick! Take a look at the menu.

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  • Cafe Rio

    Cafe Rio


    Only the Best Served to You Fresh! Craveable flavor customized by you. From the hot-off-the-comal tortillas to the original Sweet Pork Barbacoa, the depth of flavor in Cafe Rio’s chef-inspired Mexican recipes is the cornerstone to why visitors become life-long fans. The fresh, made-to-order, fully customizable options transform a quick serve offering…

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  • Johnny Rockets

    Johnny Rockets


    Johnny Rockets brings their All-American Burgers, Shakes and Fries to Arizona Boardwalk in Scottsdale. Their menu features high quality, innovative items including fresh, never frozen 100% beef cooked-to-order hamburgers, Veggie Boca® burger, chicken sandwiches, crispy fries and rich, delicious hand-spun shakes and malts. This dynamic restaurant offers friendly service and…

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  • Texas Roadhouse

    Texas Roadhouse


    Texas Roadhouse is famous for our Hand-Cut Steaks, Fall-Off-The-Bone Ribs, Made-From-Scratch Sides, Fresh-Baked Bread, and Legendary Margaritas!

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  • CAZ Sports Bar

    CAZ Sports Bar


    CAZ Sports Bar at Casino Arizona is your new home for all your favorite teams. Far from your usual sports bar experience, CAZ Sports Bar delivers a delicious menu of fan favorite food, two projection screens, and a huge video wall so you don’t miss a second of the action. More…

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  • Medieval Times Dinner & Tournament

    Medieval Times Dinner & Tournament


    Her Majesty invites you to her tables for feasting and an epic medieval tournament. Dine on a four course dinner fit for Royalty and brace yourself for approximately two hours of heart pounding excitement. You’ll see lance-shattering jousting, clashing swordsmanship, thrilling hand-to-hand combat, displays of extraordinary horsemanship and falconry as…

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  • Babbo

    Babbo


    Babbo Italian Eatery is happy to bring you contemporary Italian cuisine using unique ingredients to create bold, fresh flavors. Offering a family-friendly, casual atmosphere, you can enjoy fresh, house-made Italian food at a great price for lunch or dinner! Interested in take out instead?  The full menu is also available…

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  • Octane Raceway

    Octane Raceway


    America’s Best Kart Racing! Octane Raceway features a 1/3 mile indoor/outdoor track, 45+ mph karts, Velocity VR, Axe Throwing, Brickyard Bar & Grill, arcade, and event rooms. Corporate events and private parties from 10 – 500.

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  • Topgolf

    Topgolf


    Topgolf is where the competition of sport meets your favorite local hangout! Stop by for casual fun or to celebrate birthday parties, bachelor/bachelorette parties, corporate events, date night, or whatever your heart desires! You can challenge your friends and family to addictive point-scoring golf games that anyone can play. Score…

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  • RoadHouse Cinemas

    RoadHouse Cinemas


    RoadHouse Cinemas is Arizona’s only locally-owned and operated, dine-in movie theatre! Open 365 days a year, RoadHouse offers an extraordinary restaurant menu created by an award-winning chef and restaurateur, an impressively creative full bar featuring high quality wines and Arizona craft beers, and overwhelmingly comfortable recliners, all to be enjoyed…

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  • Pangea Dinosaur Grill

    Pangea Dinosaur Grill


    Enjoy quality, family-friendly dining directly above Pangaea Land of the Dinosaurs. Pangaea Dinosaur Grill features fresh and delicious Mediterranean cuisine as well as dinosaur-themed entrees and desserts.

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  • Backyards Patio Sports Lounge

    Backyards Patio Sports Lounge


    Backyards Patio Sports Lounge welcomes you to eat, drink and chill as they make their backyard, your backyard! Perfect spot for incredible food and drinks while watching a game.

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Sweet treats

If you have a sweet tooth, Salt River is a great place to be! There are plenty of options for sweet treats, from classic desserts to unique and innovative offerings.

  • Rewind

    Rewind


    Ice Cream + Boba + Tea Rewind is a place that houses two concepts from the Founders of Pokitrition – Sushi Burritos & Poké Bowls First concept is where ice cream meets your favorite cereal to create cereal infused ice cream.The other concept is serving premium matcha sourced straight from…

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  • Cinnaholic

    Cinnaholic


    CINNAHOLIC IS THE ORIGINAL, GOURMET CINNAMON ROLL BAKERY With over 20 unique frosting flavors and a variety of fresh and decadent toppings, Cinnaholic is not your typical cinnamon roll dessert shop. All products from their cinnamon rolls, cookies, brownies and more – are made with the highest quality ingredients, and…

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  • Frozen Penguin

    Frozen Penguin


    Create your own amazing Custom Ice Cream Sandwich right here at Arizona Boardwalk at Talking Stick! Start with homemade cookies and brownies made from scratch daily using family recipes. Pack them with delicious creamy ice cream and then roll it in the tastiest toppings imaginable.

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  • Dutch Bros Coffee

    Dutch Bros Coffee


    Sip the good vibes! Dutch Bros is now opened in Salt River, Arizona. Check out the menu and see what hand crafted drink awaits you!

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  • Playa Bowls

    Playa Bowls


    Playa Bowls™ is your slice of summer, anytime. Using the freshest, highest quality ingredients, the crew at Play Bowls serve healthy, delicious açaí, pitaya, coconut bowls and smoothies with sustainability and community in mind. Check out the menu.

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  • Black Rock Coffee Bar

    Black Rock Coffee Bar


    Fueling for the ones on the go! Black Rock Coffee serves delicious blends of robust coffee drinks, smooth iced lattes and energy fueled specialties sure to brighten your day. Sit in and drive thru available.

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  • Nekter Juice Bar

    Nekter Juice Bar


    Nekter is known for a healthy way of living, making juices, smoothies and acai bowls with fresh fruits and vegetables. Natural, freshly-made juices, smoothies, acai bowls, or cold pressed juices provides a steady stream of energy (no crash and burn), and feeds the body with live nutrients and enzymes, versus…

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