The best restaurants in Sedona

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Year after year, Shugrue's Hillside Grill is awarded the distinction of being Sedona's superior seafood and fine dining restaurant. There is also good news for steak-lovers-the beef is hand cut for top quality. Located in the Hillside Sedona complex, it is a casually upscale restaurant, not a jacket and tie kind of place. The outdoor patio is even more informal in feel. On weekends, live jazz music is performed.

Our Local Expert Says:

Exquisite food and wine but make sure you're patient because beauty and deliciousness takes time.

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The sumptuous dining room--all white linen and polished silverware--is located creekside at the ritzy L'Auberge de Sedona resort property. This is one of the most formal, elegant, and scenic dining rooms in town, and it's easy to see why it's a favorite spot for special dinners, romantic dates, and Valentine's Day. Chef David Schmidt has crafted a menu that fuses contemporary and classic American cuisine with a strong French influence. For can't miss house favorites, choose the filet mignon with mushroom risotto or the spinach and leek chicken crepes. With a wine cellar brimming with over 1,200 bottles, this is a perfect spot to enjoy a four-course wine-paired tasting menu.

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This attractive, family-owned west Sedona cafe features a lush and colorful high desert garden and great views of Thunder Mountain. The menu is just as pleasing as the surroundings, with most dishes prepared with local ingredients, and boasts eclectic Continental fare with a Southwestern twist. The pecan-crusted trout (which is Sedona-raised) with Dijan sauce and seafood cioppino stew is savory and unforgettable. Vegetarians will find much to like here, with many veggie plates and sandwiches sprinkled throughout the menu. Portion control comes home here, with guests getting to choose between small and large portion options. For dessert, try the creme brulee.

Our Local Expert Says:

An uptown favorite for its location and consistently good food.

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Healthy, fresh Mexican food gives your taste buds something to sing about at this scenic uptown restaurant in Sedona. The large, comfortable patio provides some of the best canyon vistas you'll find at at any restaurant in town, and the carefully prepared food adds to a great dining experience. Smoky salsa and an extensive tequila list make this a good place for a long lunch or leisurely dinner. Oaxaca owner Carla Butler is a registered dietitian who does not use lard or cholesterol-rich oils in the dishes, making this a health-conscious foodie's dream come true, and the gluten-free menu items provide choices for those with food sensitivities and allergies.

Our Local Expert Says:

The gem of Enchantment Resort. Glass walls and a large patio looking out onto the red rocks of Boynton Canyon make every seat the best in the house.

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Award-winning Chef Paul McCabe presents sensational Southwestern cuisine and 180-degree panaromic views Enchantment Resort's elegant dining venue. Start your day with the breakfast buffet or lunch or sup on one of the Chef's terrific signature creations like the Rack of Colorado Lamb with a Dijon Pistachio Crust or Jalapeño Coulis; Blackened Ahi with a Wasabi Lime Sauce. The Jazz Brunch turns every Sunday into a celebration.

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The first restaurant to open in Tlaquepaque shopping and gallery village combines Mexican, Southwestern and Native American influences. Voted Sedona's best Mexican restaurant for 16 years running it is a favorite to enjoy a house special Margarita Magnifica. Spanish-style furnishings, arched doorways and brightly colored tableware afford a festive feel. Burritos, enchiladas, tacos, tostadas and quesadillas make up the majority of the menu. Navajo Pizzas (similar to fry bread), Chiles Rellenos (stuffed chiles) and Chimichangas are also worth a try.

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The best brews in Arizona! A good place for a nice sit-down dinner or a bar-stool. Patio always open.

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Oak Creek Brewing Company is a must stop for thirsty travelers interested in drinking local ales. The brewery offers a wide selection of ales, though the Oak Creek Nut Brown and Pale Ale are regional favorites. Don't miss happy hour during the week from 4-7PM and be sure to check out the live music every Friday and Saturday, beginning at 8PM. Located on Yavapai Drive (just west of HWY 179 on 89A), simply look for the large white malt silo branded, "Oak Creek Brewery."

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Offering a menu that has changed and evolved with the help of suggestions and inspirations from patrons, employees, and community members, D'Lish offers the best in vegan cuisine. Not just for the health conscious, or those concerned about the welfare of animals, this restaurant has something unique and curious for anyone daring to try something different. And D'Lish is truly De-licious! Now serving breakfast in addition to their lunches, the restaurant is just as artistic and colorful as the food they serve. D'Lish also offers meals around special events like Christmas and Valentine's Day, and other events promoting de-tox and the virtues of a healthy lifestyle. Check online for a calendar of events.

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The Mabery family treats visitors to an Old West adventure at this ranch. Before your meal, saddle up for a pony ride, or take a train tour. There is also a shooting gallery and Western-themed shops. Tuck into a chuck wagon feast, then stick around for live Western entertainment by the house band. The whole family will have a Yee-hah good time. The all-you-can-eat buffet includes barbequed beef and chicken, cowboy beans, biscuits, baked potato, cake and lemonade, iced tea or coffee. This is a real family place; no alcoholic beverages are served.