-
$ | |
Across the street from the Grand Canyon Visitor Center and IMAX theater, this sweet shop sells 15 different flavors of truffles, 18 types of fudge, 24 flavors of gelato, candy, popcorn, trail mix, and caramel apples.
469 Hwy. 64, Arizona, 86023, USA
Known For
- Everything but gelato made on-site
- Trail mix for a Grand Canyon hike
- Tasty fudge flavors
-
$$ | |
After the climb up the stairs from Main Street to this former boardinghouse, you'll be ready for the hearty burgers, chili, cheese steaks, and ribs that dominate the menu. Lighter fare, including salads and veggie wraps, are also available. Eat on the outside deck overlooking Verde Valley or in the upstairs dining room, where "Claire," the resident ghost, purportedly hangs out.
410 Clark St., Jerome, Arizona, 86331, USA
Known For
- Burgers and shakes
- Deluxe views from the patio
- A resident ghost
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Credit cards accepted
-
$$$ | West | European
Fresh flowers and innovative cuisine that even the staff struggle to characterize are this attractive café's hallmarks. Local ingredients pepper the menu, giving a Sedona twist to Continental fare; favorites include pecan-crusted, Sedona-raised trout with Dijon sauce and mesquite-crusted rack of lamb. Appealing vegetarian plates are also available, and scrumptious desserts include a phenomenal crème brûlée and a marzipan-filled poached pear with caramel sauce.
1610 W. AZ 89A, Sedona, Arizona, 86336, USA
Known For
- Tasty, creative cooking
- Intimate setting
- Stellar desserts
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Tues. and Wed. No lunch
-
$$$ | |
You might not expect to find sophisticated cooking in Cornville, 6 miles east of Cottonwood, but the German fare here, made using organic produce whenever possible, proves it can be done. Game like elk and bison, plus recipes such as Trout Almondine and lamb chops with demi-glace are all beautifully presented, and the sauerbraten and Wiener schnitzel don't disappoint. A lighter lunch menu includes salads, burgers, and crepes.
11425 E. Cornville Rd., Cornville, Arizona, 86325, USA
Known For
- Well-prepared German dishes
- Gracious service
- Wild game
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Mon. and Tues., Credit cards accepted
-
$$ | |
Don't let the name mislead you: this South-of-the-border Route 66 diner serves breakfast (all day), lunch, and dinner in a bright space decorated with Día de Los Muertos–inspired paintings. House specialties include a green chile pork enchilada topped with two eggs and J.B.'s Volcano: a mound of chilaquiles drenched in that same green chile pork, loaded with chorizo and crowned by an over-medium egg. Order a breakfast cocktail or coffee to complement your morning meal. Burritos and street tacos dominate the lunch and dinner menu.
112 E. Rt. 66, Arizona, 86001, USA
Known For
- Generous portions
- Vibrantly colored walls and plates
- Waits, especially on weekends, for breakfast
-
Recommended Fodor’s Video
-
-
$ | Downtown | Café
You can create your own salads, or enjoy breakfast (try the carrot-cake pancakes), homemade soups (gluten-free), and sandwiches through dinnertime at Mix.
Heritage Square, 120 N. Leroux St., Flagstaff, Arizona, 86001, USA
-
$$$ | Downtown |
Mesquite-grilled meats and beer brewed exclusively for the restaurant are the specialties at this classy bar and grill, a sort of local institution set in a restored, polished-up 1890 mercantile building. The baby back ribs, prime rib, and fresh fried catfish are standouts. Businessfolk do their moving and shaking at lunchtime here, and the spirited bar stays open until 10 pm.
201 N. Cortez St., Prescott, Arizona, 86301, USA
Known For
- Good steaks and ribs
- Well-preserved historical building
- Happy hour and Sunday brunch
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Credit cards accepted
-
$ | West | Café
The healthful fare at this mostly organic grocery and deli runs the gamut from grab-and-go sandwiches and the well-stocked salad bar to hot items like honey-glazed salmon, cheese or chicken enchiladas, and turkey meat loaf. Get supplies for your red-rock picnic or relax at the indoor-outdoor dining area.
1420 W. AZ 89A, Sedona, Arizona, 86336, USA
-
$$ | Uptown | Mexican
Tasty standards complement some of the best Uptown canyon vistas at this modern Mexican restaurant with a lovely balcony. The smoky kick of the salsa, along with the sun-kissed scenery, may transport you south of the border, but dishes are prepared under the auspices of owner Carla Butler, a dietitian who shuns the traditional use of lard and cholesterol-containing oils in favor of healthier options—with delicious results. A south-of-the-border breakfast is served on weekends.
321 N. AZ 89A, Sedona, Arizona, 86336, USA
-
$$ | |
Faux pine boughs, pine dining booths, and curtains that only a grandma would hang lend a country charm to this diner known for its extra-large pies and downhome country cooking. Breakfast lovers dig into homemade cinnamon rolls, huevos rancheros with pork green chile, and omelets, while later in the day sandwiches, steaks, ribs, salads, and pastas dominate the menu.
107 N. Grand Canyon Blvd., Arizona, 86406, USA
Known For
- Fresh-baked pies, stuffed with decadent fillings
- Coffee bar with drinks named for famous cowboys
- Traditional and Mexican breakfasts served all day
-
-
$$ | |
When you take your first bite of any one of the six expertly crafted pizzas on the menu—like the simple tomato, basil, and mozzarella, or the mascarpone, pecorino, arugula, and prosciutto—you'll understand why this small eatery has developed a fierce following. Plates of paper-thin cured meats and olives and salads with chèvre and pine nuts are equally delicious. Don't skip out on the homemade gelato. If you can't get a table at the original Phoenix Avenue location, there's a second one inside Dark Sky Brewing Company.
203 W. Phoenix Ave., Arizona, 86001, USA
Known For
- Elevating pizza-making to an art
- Homemade gelato
- Cool vibe
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: No lunch Tues.–Fri.
-
$$ | |
One of a chain of Mexican restaurants spread throughout the state, this location dishes up standard south-of-the-border fare like enchiladas, nachos, and shredded beef burritos, as well as more unique offerings such as snapper Veracruz and mole. Save room for dessert; the impressive menu has all the Mexican restaurant staples, from churros and flan to deep-fried ice cream. The full-service bar pours 10 different margaritas with the option to add one of seven different flavors, including prickly pear and jalapeño.
352 Hwy. 64/U.S. 180, Arizona, 86023, USA
Known For
- One of the best bars for cocktails in Tusayan
- Discount for paying in cash or staying at Red Feather Lodge next door
- Gluten-free and vegetarian dishes
-
$$ | Downtown |
Good beer, good food, good service, and good prices—for a casual meal, it's hard to beat this cheerful restaurant on the town square. In addition to burgers, chili, fish-and-chips, and British-style bangers and mash, pizzas and salads are also on the menu. Fresh-baked beer bread comes with many entrées.
130 W. Gurley St., Prescott, Arizona, 86303, USA
Known For
- Crowd-pleasing menu (with beer-infused dishes)
- Excellent happy hour
- Award-winning craft beers
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Credit cards accepted
-
$$$$ | Central | European
Ease into plush banquettes at this quiet, lace-curtained restaurant for classic French and Southwest-inspired dishes. Rack of lamb is the house specialty, and the Dover sole is a real find, far from the white cliffs. Cherry or banana flambé for two, prepared tableside, is an impressive dessert. There's a well-selected wine list, too. Service is formal, but resort-casual attire is acceptable.
Tlaquepaque Arts & Crafts Village, AZ 179, Unit B–117, Sedona, Arizona, 86336, USA
Known For
- Fine French cooking
- Flaming desserts
- Special-occasion splurge
-
$ | Uptown | American
Although it offers limited indoor seating, this Uptown hideaway behind a long row of tourist shops is worth a visit. It's super-casual, with just an ordering window where you can select pulled-pork sandwiches and homemade comfort food such as beans or coleslaw. The barbecue sauce has a bit of a kick, and the french fries (also made from scratch) are fabulous. Hours vary with the season (during winter they close at 7), so call ahead.
250 Jordan Rd., No. 9, Sedona, Arizona, 86336, United States
-
-
$$ | |
This cheerful Mexican restaurant, with light-wood booths and colorful designs, eschews heavy Sonoran-style fare in favor of the grilled dishes found in Guadalajara. The fish tacos are particularly good, and you can substitute grilled vegetables for the rice and beans if you prefer a lower-carb meal.
2220 E. Rte. 66, Arizona, 86001, USA
Known For
- Unpretentious, fresh Mexican food
- Plenty of gluten-free dishes
- Appearance on Food Network's Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives
-
$$$ | |
This restaurant inside the Best Western Grand Canyon Squire Inn delivers well-prepared, hearty American food, with an emphasis on meat (steak, chicken, and pork), plus elk chili and fry bread, sandwiches, and flan. There's a good-size wine list, too. Although classier than most eateries in these parts, the vibe is still relaxed. Service is attentive. Reservations are a good idea, particularly in the busy season.
74 Hwy. 64/U.S. 180, Arizona, 86023, USA
Known For
- Tusayan's best wine list
- Splurge-worthy dining
- Mix of upscale and casual entrées
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: No lunch
-
$ | |
Ask where to have breakfast, lunch, or a coffee, and nearly every Main Street shop owner will direct you to this tiny eatery at the fork in the road. The menu includes egg dishes, healthful salads and sandwiches, gluten-free pastries, and many coffee drinks.
416 Main St., Jerome, Arizona, 86331, USA
Known For
- Favorite daytime hangout for locals
- Good coffee
- Breakfast
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Tues. and Wed. No dinner, Credit cards accepted
-
$$$ | Downtown |
Legend has it that the patrons who saved the Palace's ornately carved 1880s Brunswick bar from a Whiskey Row fire in 1900 continued drinking at it while the row burned across the street. Whatever the case, the bar remains the centerpiece of the beautifully restored turn-of-the-20th-century structure, with a high, pressed-tin ceiling. Steaks and chops are the stars here, but the grilled fish and hearty corn chowder are fine, too.
120 S. Montezuma St., Prescott, Arizona, 86301, USA
Known For
- Lively frontier pub feel
- Steaks and burgers
- Corn chowder
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Credit cards accepted
-
$$$$ | |
This deservedly popular downtown spot serves modern comfort food to local professionals and visiting foodies. Signature entrées include steelhead trout with jalapeño chimichurri, pineapple pork belly, and duck-leg confit. For cocktails and lighter fare (or if the wait is too long), check out the sister bar next door, the Annex—it's just as hip and delicious, and the patio is a great venue for live local music.
34 S. San Francisco St., Arizona, 86001, USA
Known For
- Upscale, shareable comfort food
- Hip, sophisticated vibe
- Outstanding wine list
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: No lunch
