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Flagstaff Dining & Nightlife Listings
From sushi to cowboy barbecue, Flagstaff has an eclectic collection of diners and restaurants that pleases even the most discriminating. Just ask the food editors and Conde Naste Traveler, who named Flagstaff's own Brix Restaurant and Wine Bar one of the top 95 restaurants in the world in 2007. But savvy travelers can not subsist on dinner alone. Flagstaff has a thriving nightlife, offering live music almost every night of the year. Whether the mood calls for a crowded dance floor or a people watching from the corner window of a downtown wine bar, Flagstaff has it. See 2013 Visitor Guide for amenities.
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413 N. San Francisco St. • 928-213-1021 • brixflagstaff.com
Seasonal, farm focused, contemporary American cuisine. Named one of the 95 hottest new restaurants in the world by Condé Nast Traveler, and top 25 restaurants in Arizona by Arizona Highways. Patio dining in season and convenient parking. Serving dinner from 5 p.m. Reservations recommended.
$$$$ 126 W. Cottage Ave. • 928-774-8431 • cottageplace.com
For more than 30 years the Cottage Place has been Flagstaff’s best fine dining establishment, featuring upscale catering, a popular series of cooking classes and Wine Spectator Award of Excellence. Chef Frank Branham is author of the newly published cookbook, Cottage Place Flavors. Open for dinner Wednesday-Sunday. Reservations recommended.
2285 E. Butler Ave. • 928-774-1000 • countryhostrestaurant.com
Country Host Restaurant has been a locals favorite for 23 years. Great service in a casual, family-friendly environment serving food prepared fresh daily. Enjoy cocktails and beer at Porky’s Pub.
$$$503 N. Humphreys St. • 928-779-3400 • josephinesrestaurant.com
Casual elegant atmosphere in historic building with outdoor patio dining in the summer, two lit fireplaces in the winter, award-winning Southwestern-influenced cuisine, excellent cocktails, on-site parking and Wine Spectator Award of Excellence. Open for brunch Saturday-Sunday 9 a.m.-2 p.m., lunch Monday-Saturday 11 a.m.-2:30 p.m. (Saturday lunch closed in winter.), dinner 5-9 p.m.
2515 E. Butler Ave.; located in Little America Hotel • 928-779-7950 • flagstaff.littleamerica.com
Delectable specialties prepared using the freshest ingredients available. The breakfast buffet serves traditional favorites, fresh-baked pastries and more. Weekday lunch buffet features a different regional theme each day. Specialty coffee drinks at Barista Coffee Bar. Open daily 6 a.m.-9 p.m. Lunch buffet Monday-Friday. Lounge open late on Friday and Saturday.
$-$$$1175 W. Route 66; located in Radisson Woodlands Hotel • 928-773-9118 • radisson.com/flagstaffaz
Serving continental cuisine in a sunny and bright atrium-style atmosphere–perfect for a casual and relaxed dining experience. Enjoy everything from classic breakfast omelettes to a variety of sandwiches and fresh salads, or juicy steaks. Open daily 5 a.m.-10 p.m. Brunch offered on major holidays. Call for reservations.
$$$2760 E. Butler Ave. • 928-779-3142 • 800-574-4718 • blackbartssteakhouse.com
Serving oak-broiled steaks, chicken, ribs and seafood. Nightly musical revue featuring singing waiters performing songs from Broadway, Disney and the 60s and 70s. Open daily 5-9 p.m. Reservations recommended.
1850 N. Fort Valley Rd. • 928-779-0900 • cyranosdining.com
Upscale atmosphere with artistically composed plates prepared by our chef. Excellent wine menu list and elegant dessert offerings. Open daily 4-9 p.m., Happy Hour 4-6 p.m.
1991 S. Mormon Lake Rd. • 30 minutes southeast of Flagstaff; 21 miles on Lake Mary Rd. to Mormon Lake Village Exit, turn right, go seven miles to lodge • 928-354-2227 • travel-forever.com
Bring your appetite. The Steakhouse is known for its exceptional steaks, chicken and tasty wild game, grilled to perfection on one of the few authentic open-pit barbecues still in operation. Guests also enjoy live entertainment all summer long in the 1880s style saloon. Hours vary according to season.
2320 N. 4th St. • 928-774-7292 • satchmosaz.com
Satchmo’s was named one of the best 15 restaurants in Arizona by Arizona Highways Magazine. Serving ribs, beef brisket, pulled pork, jambalaya, gumbo, catfish, sweet potato fries and more. Featuring a great selection of local and regional craft beers and wine. Live music on select nights. Good for your soul food!
16 N. San Francisco St. • 928-774-0541 • criollolatinkitchen.com
Criollo Latin Kitchen brings sustainable, local and organic foods to the table. Hand-crafted cuisine is made by drawing from the foodshed of the Four Corners region. Farm to Table is a strong emphasis. Criollo contributes to the community by donating 1% of all cash sales to local non-profits. Awesome Happy Hour Monday-Friday 3-6 p.m.
1800 S. Milton Rd. • 928-774-1083
El Capitan, a local favorite, offers outstanding Sonoran cuisine in a friendly, relaxed atmosphere. Award-winning appetizer, award-winning salsa bar, patio dining, daily food and drink specials. Imported Mexican beers and a variety of tasty margaritas. Convenient University location. Open daily.
119 W. Phoenix Ave. • 928-774-9200 • fratellipizza.net
2120 N. 4th St. • 928-714-9700 • fratellipizza.net
Voted Best of Flagstaff “Best Pizza” by Arizona Daily Sun readers nine years in a row and featured in Arizona Highways “25 Favorite Places to Eat” in 2011. Enjoy pizza by the slice or try a delicious specialty pizzas. Watch HDTV with USFA Cup action and NFL Sunday Ticket. Now offering gluten-free crust. Open daily 10:30 a.m.-9 p.m.
320 S. Regent St. • 928-774-0086 • pitajungle.com
Pita Jungle offers Mediterranean-inspired healthy dishes made from scratch. Featuring a variety of vegetarian dishes, as well as wood-fired salmon, composed salads, healthy burgers, wraps and pizzas, and a healthy kid’s menu. Award-winning restaurant for 18 years. Open daily for lunch, dinner, Happy Hour and Reverse Happy Hour.
1312 S. Plaza Way • 928-226-8030 • hiroflag.com
Voted Best of Flagstaff “Best Japanese Food” by Arizona Daily Sun readers eight years in a row. Full traditional Japanese cuisine offering sushi, tempura, teriyaki and noodles, as well as beer, wine and sake. Open daily for lunch Monday-Saturday 11:30 a.m.-2 p.m., Sunday noon-2 p.m.; dinner Sunday-Thursday 5-9 p.m., Friday-Saturday 5-9:30 p.m.
$$6 E. Route 66 • 928-774-6100 • karmaflagstaff.com
Hip and casual, Karma Sushi Bar serves fresh, beautiful and delicious sushi, grills and cocktails. Every dish is hand-made in the moment by our masterful chefs. The grill menu will please even non-sushi fans, and the bar is stocked with all of your favorite spirits. .
$-$$$1175 W. Route 66; located in the Radisson Woodlands Hotel • 928-773-9118 • sakuraflagstaffsushi.com
Sakura offers incredible works of edible art produced at Flagstaff’s original sushi bar, or have your meal prepared tableside by one of our award-winning chefs. Named one of the Best Restaurants of the Southwest by Food and Wine Magazine, and voted Best of Flagstaff by Arizona Daily Sun readers. Open for lunch and dinner Monday-Saturday 11:30 a.m.-2 p.m. and 5-11 p.m., Sunday for dinner only.
$1500 E. Cedar Ave., Ste. 40 • 928-779-2187 • brandysrestaurant.com
A locally-owned favorite celebrating 20 years! Consistently voted Best of Flagstaff “Best Breakfast” and “Best Lunch” by Arizona Daily Sun readers. Featured on the Food Network’s “Diners, Drive-ins and Dives” with Guy Fieri. All soups, pancakes, quiches, breads, pastries and everything else are made from scratch. Warm atmosphere, family-friendly, surrounded by local art. Open daily 6:30 a.m.-3 p.m.
408 E. Route 66 • 928-774-2855 • simplydeliciousflagstaff.com
Café Daily Fare offers a unique atmosphere and the same fresh cuisine as Simply Delicious Catering, featuring soups, salads and specialties such as fish tacos and enchiladas, as well as great sandwiches. Vegan and gluten-free options available. Dine-in, carry-out and delivery available Monday-Saturday 11 a.m.-4 p.m.
1800 S. Milton Rd., Ste. 24 • 928-556-0660
Stop by and grab a cup of award-winning coffee or smoothie while you surf the web and enjoy home-baked pastries or a great breakfast or lunch special. Offering live music four nights a week and an outdoor patio with a beautiful view of the Peaks. Open Sunday-Thursday 6 a.m.-10 p.m., Friday-Saturday 6 a.m.-11 p.m.
931 W. Route 66 • 928-774-2466
Fifties fun and fantastic food on historic Route 66. Breakfast, burgers, sandwiches, salads, steaks, chicken, pasta and old-fashioned shakes and sundaes from the classic fountain. Custom car show on Fridays, swing dancing on Saturdays. Open Sunday-Thursday 6 a.m.-9 p.m., Friday-Saturday 6 a.m.-10 p.m.
2118 N. Fourth St. • 928-526-3277 • jitterslunchbox.com
Where the locals meet for lunch! Great sandwiches, salads, made-from-scratch soups, coffee specialty drinks, the best place for whoopee (pies that is), and other homemade pastries, all served up quickly by the friendliest staff in town. Located in the Greenlaw Shopping Center. Come in as a customer, leave as a friend.
107 N. San Francisco St. • 928-779-5975 • lateforthetrain.com
Where the locals meet for lunch! Great sandwiches, salads, made-from-scratch soups, coffee specialty drinks, the best place for whoopee (pies that is), and other homemade pastries, all served up quickly by the friendliest staff in town. Located in the Greenlaw Shopping Center. Come in as a customer, leave as a friend.
2515 E. Butler Ave. • 928-779-7966 • flagstaff.littleamerica.com
Enjoy quality food, fast. Serving breakfast all day along with fresh soups, sandwiches, hamburgers, hot dogs, rotisseries, daily specials and more. Relax in the dining area with free Wi-Fi or get back on the road with food to go. Open daily 24 hours.
21 S. Milton Ave. • 928-774-7008 • mikeandrhondas.com
A long-time local favorite for breakfast and lunch. Located minutes from downtown and NAU campus on Historic Route 66. Home of the freshest biscuits and gravy, and creator of the infamous Hungry Man Special. Open daily 6 a.m.-3 p.m.
2924 E. Route 66 • 928-526-0104
Miz Zips has been a cozy original Route 66 diner in the same family since 1952. It’s where the locals meet and eat. Meat is cut on premises and burgers are hand-crafted. Homemade pies have been featured in Arizona Highways.
530 E. Piccadilly Dr. • 928-233-5010 • wildflowerbread.com
Serving award-winning food you knead™ for breakfast lunch and dinner, featuring handcrafted artisan breads and specialty bakery. Wildflower is known for unique sandwiches, salads, soups, pancakes and pastas. Open Monday-Friday 6 a.m.-9 p.m. (breakfast served until 10:30 a.m.), Saturday 7 a.m.-9 p.m., Sunday 7 p.m.-8 p.m. (breakfast served weekends until 2 p.m.), pasta served daily 3 p.m.-close.
991 N. Fort Valley Rd. • 928-226-0616 • themamaburger.com
Mama serves fresh Angus burgers, hand cut fries and old-fashioned shakes. Featured in Arizona Highways. Located just north of downtown on the road to the Grand Canyon and Arizona Snowbowl. Let Mama make you a Mama Burger! Dine in, take out or drive thru.
2 S. Beaver St., Ste. 200 • 928-214-8218 • altitudesbarandgrill.com
Locally-owned and operated ski and snowboard-themed family restaurant offering great food and service daily. Featuring sandwiches, BBQ, salads, soups and entrees for lunch and dinner. Located in historic downtown. Open daily 11:30 a.m., serving food until 10 p.m.
11 S. Beaver St. • 928-779-0079 • beaverstreetbrewery.com
Casual family dining with award-winning hand-crafted ales. Featuring wood-fired pizzas, specialty sandwiches, soups and salads. Separate billiard room. Open daily 11 a.m.
2700 S. Woodlands Village Blvd. • 928-774-3550 • buffalowildwings.com
Enjoy all of the wings, beer and sports you can handle, all under one roof. HD TVs show every sporting event every day. Daily wing and drink specials. Open Sunday-Thursday 11 a.m.-midnight, Friday and Saturday 11 a.m.-1 a.m.
901 S. Milton Rd. • 928-779-0505
Serving Flagstaff the finest in mesquite grilled fare for more than 30 years. Hand-formed hamburgers, steak sandwiches and grilled chicken sandwiches all served in a comfortable dining room. All vegetables cut fresh and prepared daily. Full cocktail service available in the adjoining lounge with pool tables, darts, shuffleboard and satellite TV.
23 N. Leroux St. • 928-779-1919 • weatherfordhotel.com
Located in the historic Weatherford Hotel, Charly’s Pub and Grill features all-natural steaks, prime rib, fresh catch of the day, Southwestern dishes, burgers, salads, homemade soups and daily specials. Serving more than 20 craft brews on tap and live entertainment. Featuring the Zane Grey bar and balcony with exquisite views of Flagstaff. Open daily 8 a.m.-10 p.m., pub open until 2 a.m.
5 S. San Francisco St. • 928-779-2739 (928-779-BREW) • lumberyardbrewingcompany.com
Casual family dining with award-winning hand-crafted ales. Barbeque, unique sandwiches and burgers, soups, chilies and salads. Join Trivia on Thursday nights and country dancing on Friday and Saturday nights. Open daily 11 a.m.
2285 E. Butler Ave. • 928-774-1011 • porkys-pub.com
Daily happy hour featuring 28 draught beers, NFL Sunday Ticket, UFC and all sports. Service with a smile. Happy Hour 3-7 p.m.
2515 E. Butler Ave. • 928-779-7950 • flagstaff.littleamerica.com
Spice up any occasion with great drink specials, delicious appetizers, flat screen TVs and free Wi-Fi. Order lunch and dinner from the Western Gold Restaurant. Open Sunday-Monday noon-11 p.m., Friday-Saturday noon-midnight. Happy Hour daily 5-7 p.m.
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