What it is
The Montauk drops a slice of the Hamptons into Old Town Scottsdale — nautical-chic decor, a buzzing indoor/outdoor patio, and a menu that leans East Coast (lobster rolls, oysters) with local brunch staples mixed in. Weekend brunch runs Friday through Sunday with live acoustic music from 9 to 11am, then the DJ takes over around noon and the whole room shifts from mimosa-brunch energy to day-party energy without anyone having to move tables.
The move here is the espresso martini tower — a multi-glass pour that lands on the table as its own centerpiece and is basically built for a group photo before anyone touches it. Beyond that, expect a build-your-own Bloody Mary angle, a solid raw bar, and classic brunch plates (avocado toast, shrimp and grits, French toast) done well rather than reinvented.
Why it works for the group
This is the "get everyone fed and photogenic before the day really starts" stop. The bride tribe walks in looking like they belong on a coastal Instagram grid — rosé in hand, sashes and sunglasses fitting right into the aesthetic — and the espresso martini tower gives you the one drink photo you actually plan around. It's less rowdy than a full day-club, which makes it the right pace-setter: everyone's fed, caffeinated, and a little buzzed before you move on to pool time or Old Town.
The live music into DJ transition also means the vibe escalates naturally. Book late morning and you can ride the energy straight from brunch into whatever's next on the itinerary.
Planning tips
When to book: Reservations open 60 days out and weekend slots (particularly 11am-1pm, right as the DJ starts) fill first. Book as soon as you have a headcount, and call ahead for large groups — bar/lounge seating for bigger parties needs coordinating separately from the main dining room.
What to budget: Brunch plates run mid-range ($$ — roughly $15-30 per entree), with the espresso martini tower and bottle service pushing the per-person total up if the group goes all in on drinks. Plan on this being a moderate rather than blow-out meal.
Time to set aside: Give it a full 2 hours — this isn't a grab-a-plate-and-go brunch. Between the live set, the food, and the tower photo op, groups tend to linger. Book it as the opening block of the day so you're not rushing the next stop.
Good to know
- Where: 4360 N Scottsdale Rd, Old Town Scottsdale/Waterfront area.
- Duration: About 2 hours for a full brunch sitting.
- Price: $$ (mid-range plates; tower and bottle service add up fast).
- Hours: Weekend brunch live music 9-11am, DJ from around noon; happy hour daily.
- Booking: Reservations via the website, up to 60 days ahead; call for large groups.
- Good to know: Indoor/outdoor seating, so it works rain or shine (or Arizona sun, which is the more likely issue).