Best Restaurants in Sedona
Best Restaurants in Sedona
Top Sedona Restaurants & Dining Experiences in the Red Rocks
Mariposa Latin Inspired Grill
Address: 700 Highway 89A, Sedona, AZ 86351
Reservations: Required
With its panoramic red rock views and elegant atmosphere, Mariposa Latin Inspired Grill is the perfect place to celebrate special occasions in Sedona.
This fine-dining restaurant features a wood-fired grill and oven at its center, which are used to cook delicious meals inspired by the flavors of Argentina, Uruguay, and Chile. This restaurant also offers an impressive wine list featuring over 600 bottles, including numerous varieties from South America.
The Hudson
Address: 671 State Route 179 Suite D, Sedona, AZ 86336
Reservations: Recommended
Known for its local neighborhood ambiance with an elevated feel, The Hudson is one of Sedona’s most popular restaurants. This delicious spot offers a chef-driven menu with seasonal American fare and a beautiful patio with stunning red rock views.
The Hudson is renowned for its bruschetta, burgers, salads, steaks, fresh seafood, and handcrafted cocktails, making it the perfect spot for a casual family lunch or dinner and drinks with friends.
Elote Café
Address: 350 Jordan Road, Sedona, AZ 86336
Reservations: Required
Elote Café is an award-winning Mexican restaurant in Sedona, described as where the “timeless recipes of Southern Mexico meet the bold, farm-fresh flavors of the American Southwest.”
Head to Elote Café for seasonal, authentic dishes that are locally sourced, ranging from smoked brisket enchiladas to duck carnitas, as well as flavorful handcrafted cocktails and margaritas made with pure agave tequila.
SaltRock Southwest Kitchen
Address: 100 Amara Lane, Sedona, AZ 86336
Reservations: Required
Searching for a casual spot to grab tacos and a margarita with locally-sourced ingredients from Arizona’s Verde Valley? If so, head to SaltRock Southwest Kitchen — one of the best restaurants in Sedona for flavorful Southwest-inspired dishes for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Be sure to try one of the agave-based craft cocktails, which are just as unforgettable as the red rock views from the scenic patio!
Shorebird
Address: 150 State Route 179, Sedona, AZ 86336
Reservations: Recommended
With two locations in California’s Palm Desert and Newport Beach, Shorebird brings coastal flair and modern farm-to-table favorites to Sedona.
Though this restaurant offers a wide range of fresh, flavorful dishes that everyone will love (including vegetarian options), some of the highlights on the menu include fresh sushi and sashimi from the raw bar and almond wood-fired meats, like pork chops and steaks. In addition to the delicious lunch and dinner menu, Shorebird also serves a daily brunch.
Cress on Oak Creek
Address: 301 L’Auberge Lane, Sedona, AZ 86336
Reservations: Recommended
Although the picturesque red rocks in Sedona always make for a stunning backdrop for a meal, if you are looking for a change in scenery, head to Cress on Oak Creek. This elevated fine dining restaurant is situated directly on the banks of Oak Creek, offering an intimate and peaceful dining experience surrounded by natural beauty.
The menu at Cress on Oak Creek is inspired by French and European cuisine, but sourced with local ingredients. Snag a seat at this lovely restaurant for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and dessert!
Mesa Grill
Address: 1185 Airport Rd, Sedona, AZ 86336
Reservations: Recommended
Located right next to the Sedona Airport Scenic Lookout, Mesa Grill is one of the top restaurants in Sedona for breathtaking views paired with delicious meals for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Start your morning with an American or Southwest-inspired breakfast, such as huevos rancheros or chilaquiles. To end the evening, savor burgers, sandwiches, and other chef-inspired meals made with local, seasonal ingredients, including ribs, blackened salmon, and hot honey fried chicken.
Creekside American Bistro
Address: 251 State Route 179, Sedona, AZ 86336
Reservations: Recommended
Owned by the same local group behind Mesa Grill and other Sedona restaurant favorites, including Rascal and Rene at Tlaquepaque, Creekside American Bistro is a popular restaurant in Sedona serving up feel-good comfort food, all-day brunch, and spectacular red-rock views.
This dining establishment is known for its homestyle breakfast and brunch menu, which is served daily until 4 PM. At 3:30 PM, the doors open for dinner, drinks, and happy hour!
Cowboy Club
Address: 241 North Highway 89A, Sedona, Arizona 86336
Reservations: Limited (Call to Reserve)
Cowboy Club is a family-owned restaurant in Sedona that opened in 1993 to serve “High Desert Cuisine,” showcasing the best of the Southwest. The menu features award-winning meats, such as steaks and elk chops, as well as unique house specialties like rattlesnake and cactus.
The restaurant’s authentic Western-themed art and decor is a nod to its roots as a popular watering hole for movie stars, such as John Wayne, who filmed Western movies in Sedona during the 1950s and 1960s.
Canyon Breeze
Address: 300 N State Route 89A, Sedona, AZ 86336
Reservations: N/A
If you’re searching for a casual spot to grab a delicious bite to eat while exploring Uptown Sedona, look no further than Canyon Breeze.
This fast-casual restaurant is open daily for lunch and dinner, offering a diverse menu with a wide range of options, including brick-fired oven pizza, juicy burgers, fried chicken baskets, and Mexican cuisine. Canyon Breeze also serves beer, wine, and cocktails and offers beautiful views of the red rocks in Sedona.
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