Must-see restaurants in Arizona

  • Stagecoach Dining Room

    Monument Valley Navajo Tribal Park

    Get a vitamin kick from the salad bar before tucking into the steaks or Navajo tacos piled high with chile and cheese. At lunchtime it often swarms with…

  • Caverns Restaurant

    Arizona

    The Caverns Restaurant is nice if you already happen to be here; it has a small playground and serves simple American fare. The bar opens at 3pm on…

  • Screamer's Drive-In

    Arizona

    If you've got a hankering for a big and juicy green chili burger with a side of crispy fries and a shake, this ’50s-style drive-in will steer you toward…

  • Rod’s Steak House

    Kaibab National Forest

    The cow-shaped sign and menus spell things out – if you want steak and potatoes, this has been the place to come since 1946. This is a dark and old-school…

  • Roadkill Café & OK Saloon

    Arizona

    The Roadkill has a salad bar, subtle vintage decor and, among the juicy steaks and burgers, tongue-in-cheek menu items such as 'fender tenders' and …

  • Canyon Crepes Café

    Grand Canyon Region

    Creative sweet and savory crêpes, plus soups, salads and free wi-fi, in a convenient location near many of Page's tour outfitters. It's just off the…

  • Bashas'

    Flagstaff

    For groceries, Bashas’ is a good, local chain supermarket that carries a respectable selection of organic foods. There's another branch at 1000 N…

  • Bashas'

    Flagstaff

    A local grocery store chain offering produce, beer, wine and a small organic section. There's another branch at 2700 S Woodlands Village Blvd.

  • Beeline Cafe

    Arizona

    This home-style diner, with its padded stools and booths, could be called the beehive, so busy are its mornings, with locals swarming in for massive…

  • La Luz Del Dia Cafe

    Arizona

    This real locals' diner, run by the same family since 1973, has six tables and a counter with stools. Regulars sip coffee while browsing the newspaper and…

  • Bonkers

    Grand Canyon Region

    Impressive murals of local landscapes cover the walls inside this unfortunately named restaurant – open for dinner only – that serves good steaks, seafood…

  • Old Benson Ice Cream Stop

    Southern Arizona

    For quick and easy coffee before your next adventure, drive through the Old Benson Ice Cream Stop beside the railroad tracks. It also sells 44 flavors of…

  • Maswik Pizza Pub

    Grand Canyon National Park South Rim

    Pick up a slice or pie to enjoy over a Grand Canyon Pilsner, or call in advance for takeout. The pizzas here have basic toppings, and there's a vegetarian…

  • El Charro

    Arizona

    Snag a table among the regulars at this Mexican greasy spoon for housemade tortillas and tempting daily specials: tacos, smothered burritos and fajitas.

  • Ayothaya Thai Cafe

    Arizona

    This bright and airy spot doesn't deviate from the international template for Thai restaurants, but it's clear the chef hails from the mother country.

  • Sweet Shoppe Candy Store

    Flagstaff

    Aside from interesting confections like gourmet caramel apples, this sugary haven carries nostalgic American candies such as Lemonheads and BB Bats.

  • American Eat Company

    Tucson

    All the major food groups are represented at this industrial-cool food market: tacos, sliders, pizza and poke bowls, plus beer and cafe con leche.

  • Coronado Room

    Kaibab National Forest

    This restaurant at the Best Western serves the most upscale cuisine in town, offering bison, elk and truffle raviolis as well as salmon and steak.

  • Sirens Cafe

    Arizona

    A mother-daughter team runs this welcoming cafe, which serves gourmet sandwiches and paninis. Desserts look nothing less than decadent.

  • Food Conspiracy Cooperative

    Tucson

    Food Conspiracy Cooperative is great for stocking up on organic produce and groceries. It also has sandwiches and a small salad bar.

  • Diamond Creek Restaurant

    Arizona

    The in-house restaurant of the Hualapai Lodge serves American standards alongside frybread and other American Indian fare.

  • Whole Foods

    Sedona

    Stock up on healthy groceries, good cheese and wines here. There's also a deli with good sandwiches and snacks.

  • Supai Cafe

    Arizona

    Basic fare includes hamburgers, bean burritos and the Supai taco (same as a Navajo taco, made with frybread).

  • Hogan Family Restaurant

    Navajo Reservation

    Hogan's heroes are a motley crew of Southwestern, Navajo and American dishes. Service can be slow.

  • Whole Foods Market

    Flagstaff

    Not a huge selection at this particular Whole Foods, though you can find some specialty items.

  • Black Cow Café

    Sedona

    Many claim the Black Cow's homemade ice cream is the best in town. Try the prickly pear.

  • Desert View Market

    Grand Canyon National Park South Rim

    A general store with simple groceries, beer, wine, souvenirs and an ATM.

  • Mesa Italiana

    Eastern Arizona

    Locals vouch for this busy Italian place serving pasta and pizzas.

  • Safeway

    Kaibab National Forest

    The nearest groceries and pharmacy to the South Rim.

  • Bashas'

    Sedona

    Arizona supmarket chain.

  • Deli in the Pines

    Grand Canyon National Park

    The name is misleading: this isn't a deli, but a small cafeteria; and it's not in the pines, it's attached to Grand Canyon Lodge. But putting that aside,…

  • Yavapai Lodge Restaurant

    Grand Canyon National Park South Rim

    Breakfast buffet ($15) or à la carte; lunch and dinner are barbecue, hot and cold sandwiches and pizza, as well as beer and wine. Place your order on a…

  • Earl's at the Castle

    Arizona

    This turreted mock-castle in Old Bullhead has seen better days, though the home cookin's been going strong since 1970 and the $10 breakfast specials are a…

  • North Rim General Store

    Grand Canyon National Park

    Fill up water bottles and pick up basic groceries, camping supplies, beer and wine at the General Store, adjacent to the North Rim Campground and just…

  • Bright Angel Fountain

    Grand Canyon National Park South Rim

    Hot dogs, pre-made sandwiches and Dryers ice-cream conveniently located a few minutes' walk from Bright Angel Trail. In the morning you can grab coffee,…

  • Hermits Rest Snack Bar

    Grand Canyon National Park South Rim

    Inside the attractively rustic Mary Colter–designed Hermits Rest is a human-powered 'vending machine,' with pre-made sandwiches, cookies, ice cream and…

  • Yavapai Coffee Shop

    Grand Canyon National Park South Rim

    Small quick-service coffee shop with takeaway bagels, wraps and sandwiches.