Scottsdale
Carlsbad Tavern

Carlsbad Tavern

Eat Local in Scottsdale

4.5 3,409 Google reviews

+1 480 970 81 643313 Hayden Rd, Scottsdale, Arizona 85251 · South Scottsdale

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Where to find them

3313 Hayden Rd, Scottsdale, Arizona 85251

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About

Welcome to Carlsbad Tavern, Scottsdale's original Bat Cave and one-of-a-kind New Mexican dining experience. Since 1995, our veteran-owned, family operated restaurant has combined bold New Mexican flavors with an unforgettable cave-like atmosphere filled with bat, waterfalls, Roswell memorabilia, and unique decor around every corner. Located on Hayden Road, Carlsbad Tavern offers a dining experience unlike anywhere else in Arizona. Guests can enjoy our famous Bat Cave dining room, relaxing patio with winter heaters and summer misters, handcrafted margaritas, daily Happy Hour and Reverse Happy Hour, and a menu packed with spicy new Mexican favorites and modern Southwestern specialties.

Amenities

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible parking lot
  • Wheelchair accessible restroom
  • Wheelchair accessible seating

Hours

Thursday
11 AM to 2 AM
Friday
8 AM to 2 AM
Saturday
8 AM to 2 AM
Sunday
8 AM to 12 AM
Monday
11 AM to 12 AM
Tuesday
11 AM to 12 AM
Wednesday
11 AM to 12 AM

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