Szechuan Restaurant
Szechuan Restaurant has been a Sedona staple for years and is well known for its tasty Chinese food and sushi. We’ve been ordering from here for a while and have always been impressed with the cuisine…
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Verde Brewing Company
Verde Brewing Company was founded back in 2013 using money generated from a Kickstarter to purchase brewing equipment. Over a decade later, the Northern Arizona brewery pours eight beers on tap at its Camp Verde location….
SaltRock Southwest Kitchen
Located just past the lobby of Uptown Sedona’s contemporary Amara Resort and Spa, SaltRock Southwest Kitchen beckons with stellar food, a great beverage program and a top-notch patio that serves up views of Snoopy Rock. We…
Vespa Healthy Italian Café
Italian cuisine is loved by people all over the world, and it’s easy to see why Sedona has fallen for Vespa Healthy Italian Café. For starters, the contemporary restaurant is gorgeous. It’s lightfilled and airy, which…
Cress on Oak Creek
Cress on Oak Creek has long been one of Sedona’s most incredible dining experiences. The setting at L’Auberge de Sedona is spectacular. Dining on the banks of Oak Creek with the trees all around and creek…
Sedona Crepes Bistro
Crepes have been popular for hundreds of years, and it’s easy to see why. The thin pancake-like creations are tasty, easy to make and can be filled with savory or sweet ingredients and taste delicious either…
Javelina Cantina
When we’re searching for a patio with stellar views and tasty Mexican cuisine, Javelina Cantina is one of our go-to places. There are many reasons why it’s been in business for many years. The drinks menu…
Village Chophouse
The Village could use a steakhouse that serves high-quality seafood, and the Village Chophouse more than delivers. Chef/Owner John Ramagli (also of pizza place Rotten Johnny’s Wood-Fired Pizza Pie that’s just a short stroll away) has…
Brewha Social Eatery & Market
Cornville’s Brewha Social Eatery & Market has generated quite a buzz and rightly so. For starters, we love the modern vibe at this excellent casual spot. The light-filled space located on Page Springs Road just off…
The Hudson
The Hudson has been a Sedona favorite since it opened its doors back in 2015. And it’s easy to see why this restaurant has thrived. For starters, it’s gorgeous. The contemporary, light-filled main dining room features…
The Table at Junipine
The Table at Junipine has long been one of Sedona’s most beloved restaurants and for good reason too. There isn’t any other place like it. Nestled on the banks of Oak Creek at the Junipine Resort,…
Willows Kitchen & Wine Bar
Named after the willow trees on property at the Poco Diablo Resort, the new Willows Kitchen & Wine Bar is part of the hotel’s $22 million renovation. Zagat award-winning Executive Chef Evan Campbell’s menu is filled…
Casa Sedona Inn
We’ll let you in a secret: Casa Sedona Inn serves one of the best breakfasts (and brunches) in town. This quaint West Sedona inn features breathtaking red rock views. Our favorite place to enjoy this stellar…
Atria
We’ve been anticipating Flagstaff’s Atria for a while now. Helmed by noted Chef Rochelle Daniel – she served as the executive chef for L’Auberge de Sedona and opened Cress on Oak Creek – Atria aims to…
Jay Bird’s Chicken
One of the biggest food trends of the last few years is Nashville hot chicken. Legend has it that Andre Prince Jeffries added extra pepper to fried chicken as a way to punish her Uncle Thornton….
The Clinkscale
We couldn’t think of a better female restauranter to highlight in our women’s issue than co-owner and head chef of The Haunted Group, Michelle Jurisin. With gems including Crema in Cottonwood and The Haunted Hamburger in…
Rascal
We were excited when we heard that Chef Mercer Mohr was taking over as chef at the recently rebranded Wilde Resort and Spa in West Sedona. We’ve been enjoying Mercer’s stellar cuisine for years, and his…
Shorebird Restaurant
We were thrilled when Shorebird Restaurant opened back in March of 2021. A high-end seafood centric restaurant in the heart of Sedona is our idea of heaven, and Shorebird exceeded our expectations. We immediately were charmed…
89Agave Cantina
89Agave Cantina is such a fun, colorful spot that we’ve returned to for years. This Uptown restaurant beckons with red rock views on the outdoor patio, an extensive Mexican food menu and one of the best…
Fresh & Natural Thai Kitchen
Helmed by noted Chef Pearl Pardee (her name might sound familiar since she also owns lively local haunt Thai Spices Natural Kitchen), Fresh & Natural Thai Kitchen has been on our must-try list since it opened…
Molé Sedona
Tucked away on the top floor of the Arabella Hotel Sedona, Molé Sedona beckons with top-notch Mexican food, sweeping Sedona vistas from the outdoor patio and fantastic margaritas. We quickly fell for the modern, neutral décor…
Indian Gardens
Following a nearly year-long closure, Indian Gardens re-opened in February under new ownership from the team behind Flagstaff’s Pizzicletta. We’re thrilled to have this beloved restaurant back. Located in a charming spot in Oak Creek Canyon,…
Moscato Italian Restaurant
Some restaurants are special enough to warrant a short trip. Moscato is one of them. Located on Camp Verde’s main street, Moscato makes some of the best Italian food in the entire Verde Valley. Head inside…
Cowboy Club/The Arizona Room
The Cowboy Club and adjoining The Arizona Room is a Sedona institution. It opened as the Oak Creek Tavern in 1946 and supposedly hosted movie stars in town filming their latest flicks. In 1956, the Cowboy…
Juniper Bar & Grille at the Sedona Golf Resort
One of our favorite things about living in a city like Sedona is the abundance of restaurant patios showcasing the city’s gorgeous scenery. When the weather’s good, the Juniper Bar & Grille at the Sedona Golf…
The Spot at Seven Canyons Golf Club
Dinner with a view takes on a whole new meaning at a place as stunning as The Spot at Seven Canyons Golf Club. The red rock vistas are breathtaking. We’d recommend visiting about an hour before…
Reds Sedona Grill
Walking into Reds Sedona Grill at the Sedona Rouge Hotel & Spa feels like stepping into a chic city lounge. The dining room features dark gray booth seating, red tablecloth napkins, a red candle holder with…
The Angel Kitchen & Japanese Market
A nice hot steaming bowl of ramen topped with vegetables, meat or fish is so comforting and an all-around crowd-pleaser. As the temperatures drop in November, this warm-weather dish is one of our go-to orders to…
Sono Kitchen & Boba
We’re always happy to check out a new restaurant, and we were particularly excited to try Sono Kitchen & Boba in Uptown Sedona. In case you’re not familiar, “boba” are the tiny bits of (usually) tapioca…
The Golden Goose American Grill
Located just off of Sedona’s main road, AZ-89A, local haunt The Golden Goose American Grill is worth seeking out for its stellar cuisine and welcoming atmosphere. The entire space exudes a cozy bistro-vibe. Think tea lights…
Colt 804 Grill
Since its opening in January of 2017, Colt 804 Grill has gained traction quickly. In addition to the first Old Town Cottonwood location, the owners also have opened a Prescott Valley spot and a Village of…
PJ’s Village Pub and Sports Bar
Editor’s note: As of July 2, 2020, PJ’s Village Pub and Sports Bar is temporarily closed due to the ongoing pandemic. Please contact the restaurant directly before you visit to see if this is still true…
Rotten Johnny’s Pizza Pie
Editor’s note: Given the rapidly changing situation involving COVID-19 or the coronavirus, please contact this restaurant directly to see if they will still be open. Wood-fired pizzas are the name of the game at the Village…
The Vault Uptown
Editor’s note: Given the rapidly changing situation involving COVID-19 or the coronavirus, please contact this restaurant directly to see if they will still be open. The Shugrue family – who own the popular establishments The Hudson…
Judi’s Restaurant & Lounge
Editor’s note: Given the rapidly changing situation involving COVID-19 or the coronavirus, please contact this restaurant directly to see if they will still be open. Judi’s Restaurant & Lounge has been one of Sedona’s most beloved…
HP Café
Originally called the Hitching Post, HP Café was Sedona’s first diner that opened sometime in the 1940s. And decades later, customers still flock to this Uptown Sedona spot. Sit by the windows in the main dining…
Butterfly Burger
When one of Sedona’s most prominent chefs opens a new spot, we take note. And Chef Lisa Dahl’s latest venture, Butterfly Burger, has really hit it out of the park. Dim lighting, an open kitchen, dark…
ShadowRock Tap + Table
We’ve been visiting ShadowRock Tap + Table at the Hilton Sedona Resort at Bell Rock for years now, and we were pleasantly surprised with how the $2 million renovations finished in early 2018 completely transformed the…
Steakhouse 89
Steakhouse 89 sits at a landmark location in West Sedona. We encourage you not to miss it (as if you could) for a fine dining experience. Steakhouse 89 is a contemporary restaurant that offers diners their…
Manzanita Restaurant
Manzanita feels more like a desert mirage than a real restaurant. If someone told you there was a fine dining restaurant in Cornville that’s been serving traditional German food since 1991, you’d probably never believe it….
El Portal Sedona
El Portal is one of Sedona’s best-kept secrets for breakfast. Tucked away inside an Arts and Crafts-style adobe hotel, it is considered an architectural masterpiece. Decorated with vintage paintings, authentic Tiffany and Roycroft antiques, stained-glass windows…
Pump House Station & Urban Eatery
The Pump House Station used to be a home filled with memories. It’s now a restaurant decorated with timeless treasures and furnished with Sedona history. Tucked away in Tlaquepaque North, this urban eatery is nestled between…
El Tovar Dining Room
Entering the El Tovar Dining Room is a one-of-a-kind experience. The hotel, which opened in 1905, is perched at the South Rim of the Grand Canyon and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places….
Che Ah Chi
Some of our most memorable Sedona dining experiences have taken place at Che Ah Chi, Enchantment Resort’s signature restaurant. Whether we were oohing and ahhing over the resort’s homemade granola and Egg Fried Wild Rice while…
A Taste Of Marrakech
Editor’s note: A Taste of Marrakech has closed. Back in March 2015, a tiny eatery by the name of A Taste of Marrakech opened in Bell Rock Plaza in the Village of Oak Creek, and word…
Cowboy Club & Silver Saddle Room
Pardon us while we get nostalgic for a moment. Our first prickly pear margarita – on the rocks, with salt – was had at the wooden bar at the Cowboy Club. So were our first bites…
Adobe Grand Villas
Dining at Adobe Grand Villas might be Sedona’s best-kept secret, though chef Michael Merilli, who has been in Sedona for more than 10 years, does have a devoted local following. Need a staycation? Think Adobe Grand…
Mesa Grill
Perched on top of Airport Mesa, Mesa Grill is your place for a leisurely, scenic lunch or sunset dinner. Grab a table next to the panoramic windows that look out over Sedona Airport and watch the…
Hideaway House
By the time we left Hideaway House, we had met the couple sitting next to us, and the couple behind us. It’s a place where old friends gather at a very lively bar and new friends…
