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Helmed by James Beard Award finalist Rochelle Daniel, this sleek downtown restaurant dazzles with a seasonal menu that is as much about presentation as it is about taste. Dine on fresh-caught fish, prime cuts of meat, and handmade pastas for dinner or share hot and cold appetizers—don't miss the roasted bone marrow—over cocktails or a glass of wine at the bar. The chef also offers an eight-course tasting menu with 24-hours’ notice.
103 N. Leroux St., Arizona, 86001, USA
Known For
- Beautifully plated dishes
- Eight-course tasting menu
- Creative cocktails and an impressive back bar
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Sun. and Mon.
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A redbrick carriage house, built around 1910 as a garage for one of the first automobiles in Flagstaff, is home to one of the city's most sophisticated restaurants. With a seasonally updated menu, the chef pairs locally raised pork, beef, and roasted duck with wines from a list of almost 200 bottles (Brix refers to the sugar content of grapes at harvest). The cheese plate, served with poached natural apricots, is a great accompaniment to a glass of wine at the counter bar.
413 N. San Francisco St., Arizona, 86001, USA
Known For
- Consistently delicious, locally sourced food
- Extensive wine list
- Commitment to sustainability
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Sun. and Mon. No lunch
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Located in a Craftsman-style bungalow just a few blocks from Flagstaff's historic downtown, this fine-dining establishment serves bacon-wrapped filet mignon, braised short ribs, crab cakes, and smoked pork osso buco. The menu suggests wines from its extensive list to pair with each entrée, or you can order a craft cocktail from the creative bar. Brunch is served weekends from 9 am to 2 pm and features a good mix of sweet and savory breakfast items along with salads, sandwiches, and burgers. In the summer, reserve a table on the patio; in the winter, opt for a seat near one of two fireplaces.
503 N. Humphreys St., Arizona, 86001, USA
Known For
- Patio dining in summer
- Extensive, reasonably priced wine list
- Intimate, romantic atmosphere
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: No dinner on Sun.
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Don't be put off by the name, a tribute to its past identity—this charming restaurant inside the Jerome Grand Hotel is the standout choice in town for fine dining, good wines, and wonderful vistas. Burgundy interior walls hung with local artists' work create a warm and romantic setting for creative Southwest fare. Signature dishes include prickly pear pork tenderloin and sea bass with a poblano chile–Chardonnay-lemon sauce. The roasted butternut squash soup, with just the right blend of sweetness and spice, is divine.
200 Hill St., Jerome, Arizona, 86331, USA
Known For
- Fine dining in Jerome
- Stellar views
- Excellent wine list
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Credit cards accepted
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This restaurant and microbrewery is a popular, casual, and family-friendly place with a pleasant patio. Wood-fired pizzas include the Enchanted Forest—with brie, portobello mushrooms, roasted red peppers, spinach, and artichoke pesto. Expect serious amounts of garlic on whichever pie you choose. Sandwiches, such as the Margarita Chicken (marinated in tequila and lime), come with a hefty portion of tasty fries. You won't regret ordering one of the down-home desserts, like the super-gooey chocolate bread pudding. Among the excellent microbrews on tap, the Red Rock Raspberry ale is a local favorite. Beaver Street Brewery, along with its sister brewery Lumberyard Brewing Company, is a stop on the Flagstaff Brewery Trail.
11 S. Beaver St., Arizona, 86001, USA
Known For
- Crowd-pleasing pizza and pub fare
- Excellent craft beers
- Open until 10 pm Friday and Saturday
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This is a great place to enjoy a coffee, eggs Benedict, or a burger while people-watching on Whiskey Row. The café/bar, which serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner, has been restored to its original 1901 style. The service at the counter is brisk and will leave you plenty of time for antiquing or museum-browsing for the remainder of the day.
205 W. Gurley St., Prescott, Arizona, 86303, USA
Known For
- Tasty, reasonably priced American fare
- Historical charm
- In the heart of downtown
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Locals and tourists alike swarm to this spacious, old-school eatery for scrumptious breakfast (served all day) and lunch, served by a friendly waitstaff. One hundred and one omelet options are the stars of the show and include such concoctions as a basic ham and cheese and the quirky peanut butter, jelly, and banana, purportedly Elvis Presley's order back in the day. Warm homemade biscuits always hit the spot. An extensive lunch menu that includes everything from Mexican dishes to a Greek salad rounds out the offerings.
2050 W. AZ 89A, Sedona, Arizona, 86336, USA
Known For
- Big omelets
- Unpretentious all-day breakfast and lunch
- Family-friendly place
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: No dinner, Credit cards accepted
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Patterned after a '50s-style high-school hangout (but with cocktail service), this diner pleases kids and adults with a large menu of family-priced American classics—good burgers and fries, barbecue pork sandwiches, salads, and mesquite-smoked ribs. A large mural of the town's heyday along the "Mother Road" and a historic car on the roof make this a Route 66 favorite. Kids enjoy the relaxed atmosphere and jukebox tunes.
233 W. Rte. 66, Arizona, 86046, USA
Known For
- Burgers and barbecue
- Nice patio
- Craft beers from local breweries
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With juicy burgers made from locally sourced, antibiotic- and hormone-free beef, this is arguably the best burger joint in the Southwest. Freshly cut fries lightly dusted with herbs, veggie burgers, grilled cheese sandwiches, and organic salads round out the menu. In summer, try to arrive on the early or late side of lunch and dinner to avoid the lines.
120 Leroux St., Arizona, 86001, USA
Known For
- Fantastic (and locally sourced) burgers
- English muffin buns
- Crowds at lunchtime
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Breakfast, lunch, and coffee on the run has risen to new heights with the presence of this friendly café on Route 66, a few miles east of downtown Flagstaff. Exceptional smoothies, breakfast burritos, and two avocado toast options, plus generous salads and sandwiches with house-made dressings and sauces accompany the coffee bar.
2400 E. Rte 66, Arizona, 86004, USA
Known For
- Great coffee
- Healthy (and delicious) breakfast and lunch
- Fast, friendly service
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Sun. No dinner
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An alternative to the area’s fast-food chains, this gourmet sandwich shop and diner serves traditional and Latin American–inspired breakfast and lunch all day. Order a breakfast burrito, pancakes, or eggs before heading into the park, or down a hot or cold sandwich, torta, or french fries topped with carne asada when you return. You can also take items to go for a picnic on the South Rim. The small patio in front is great for people-watching as you sip an espresso drink or smoothie.
400 Hwy. 64/U.S. 180, Arizona, 86023, USA
Known For
- Fresh, quality food served quickly
- Gluten-free and vegetarian options
- Grab-and-go items
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Upscale breakfast dishes like the croque madame—a grilled ham and fried egg sandwich drenched in cheesy mornay sauce—and Instagrammable coffee drinks and cocktails make this Southside coffee shop a good choice for a casual morning meal or brunch. On sunny days, sit on the patio and people-watch.
2 S. Beaver St., Arizona, 86001, USA
Known For
- Patio dining
- Killer coffee and matcha drinks
- Breakfast options with a French twist
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Mon. and Tues.
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
