Restaurant in the Sky

SECOND STORY LIQUOR BAR OPENS

This spring, the Plato family, who brought wood-fired pizzas, fresh salads and paninis to Old Town Scottsdale, is inviting guests upstairs and above The Gelato Spot for an entirely new venture with a different vibe: The Second Story Liquor Bar.

Nestled above the southwest corner of Third Avenue and Scottsdale Road, The Second Story Liquor Bar features an imaginative cocktail menu alongside a menu of modern American cuisine.

Led by Executive Chef Josh Bracher, formerly of Posh Restaurant and Capital Grille, the culinary team has created a menu blending international ingredients with modern favorites, including the 24-hour braised beef short ribs, Ahi Poke Asian Chopped Salad, Seared Caesar, Inside Out Caprese Burrata, Duck Confit and the Niman Ranch Bone-In Lamb Chops.

Leading the beverage team is John Christie, formerly of Old Town Whiskey, who has designed 12 signature cocktails that recognize current mixology trends but pay homage to the classics.

The Second Story Liquor Bar

Open: Wednesday through Sunday, 4 p.m. to close

Address: 4166 N. Scottsdale Road (above The Gelato Spot)

Old Town Scottsdale

Reservations: 480-945-5555

More information: secondstoryliquorbar.com

The space can be reserved for private parties and functions.