Where to Eat in Sedona: My Top Picks -

After all the walking and hiking in Sedona you’re bound to want to get some food while you’re here. Sedona is known for their local restaurants. You won’t find too many fast food or chain restaurants here. Instead expect cafes, casual creekside restaurants and restaurants with a view.

Choosing where to eat in Sedona depends a lot on what kind of meal you want. You can find restaurants with red-rock views, formal places for a fancy dinner and casual places for a quick meal.

I’ve eaten at all of the restaurants on this list most multiple times. These are the places I’d actually consider when I’m in Sedona. I’ll also tell you which ones I’d choose for a view, a casual meal, a quick bite, or if I only had time for one restaurant.

Sedona Restaurants

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Where to eat in Sedona :

Where can I eat with a view? → Sedona Restaurants with a View.

Looking for a casual sit-down restaurant? → Casual Sedona Restaurants.

Where to eat if I’m in Tlaquepaque Shopping Village → Tlquaque Restaurants.

Where to Eat if I’m in Uptown Sedona→ Uptown Sedona Restaurants.

Looking for Chain/Fast Food Choices → Fast Food

As you can see I like several restaurants in Sedona, so I rotate my list when visiting. Keep in mind that Sedona is not a late-night destination. Most restaurants are closed by 8 or 9 pm, however hours vary. If you want a sit-down dinner, don’t wait until 8:30 to start looking.

Sedona Restaurants with a View – Where I’d eat

At some point you will probably ask yourself where can I eat in Sedona that offers an amazing view? Here are some of our favorites:

The Hudson

The Hudson is our favorite spots in Sedona. The views are amazing, the food is good and staff are nice. I like it because the menu gives us plenty of choices, and I don’t have to sacrifice the red-rock views to get a good meal. I prefer to eat on the patio, however as you can see the windows are large so you have a nice view to the outdoors from the inside as well.

If I Could Only Pick One :

A Sedona visitor recently asked me if I could only choose one restaurant in Sedona what would I choose? This is what I told her → The Hudson.

I would choose The Hudson because both my husband and I love their food and drinks. In addition I would choose them for their amazing views inside and outside of the restaurant, and they have a nice variety of menu choices. Reservations recommended.

Price: $$
Best for: casual dinner or special dinner
Parking: Shared parking lot
Reservation: recommended
View: yes, especially outside

The Vault Uptown

We recommend sitting outdoors to see the views. You have some beautiful views of the red rock. The Vault Uptown is at 361 Forest Road in Sedona.

Price: $$–$$$
Best for: casual dinner or special dinner
Parking: Shared parking lot
Reservation: recommended
View: yes, especially outside

Where I’d Eat for a Casual Meal

Many of the casual Sedona Restaurants you’ll find on the West side of Sedona.

Coffee Pot Restaurant

A casual local restaurant on the west side of Sedona. The draw is that you will have over a hundred omelets to choose from. If you love eggs this is the place. I’d choose Coffee Pot Restaurant for a laid back breakfast place. If you’re the kind of person who wants a lot of choices and you’re not looking for trendy.

Price: $$
Best for: casual breakfast
Parking: Yes
Reservation: recommended
View: no

Where I’d Eat in Tlaquepaque Shopping Village

El Rincon

El Rincon- Arizona Sonoran style Mexican food in the Tlquaque shopping center. We love this place. Great food. I like the enchiladas and fajitas. In the courtyard they also will have periodically have live music and dancing in the evenings.

Price: $$
Best for: casual dinner or special dinner
Parking: Shared parking lot
Reservation: recommended
View: yes, especially outside

The Secret Cafe

The Secret Cafe is my favorite casual restaurant in Tlaquepaque shopping center. This is my go to lunch spot in Tlaquepaque. Not only is it dog-friendly it is garden -themed. The outside of the restaurant is kind of deceptive and it isn’t until you step inside and out onto the patio that you’ll see why it is kind of enchanting. The Secret Garden Cafe- nice place to grab a sandwich and sit outside.

Secret Cafe, a favorite of mine to grab a sandwich or salad. I love the patio, it really is like a secret garden.

Price: $$
Best for: casual lunch
Parking: Shared parking lot
Reservation: not usually necessary
View: yes, especially outside

Pump House Station Urban Eatery

On the north side of Tlquaque you’ll find the Pump House Station Urban Eatery. I recommend this restaurant f you’re looking for a casual breakfast or brunch and don’t want a formal restaurant. I love the back porch seating area.

Price: $$
Best for: casual brunch or lunch
Parking: Shared parking lot
Reservation: recommended
View: yes, on the porch outside

Where I’d Eat in Uptown Sedona

Uptown Sedona Restaurants include:

Outlaw Grille

For a quick burger I would stop at Outlaw Grill. Simple menu of burgers and fries. order at the counter and find a spot to eat.

Price: $$
Best for: casual lunch
Parking: Public parking lots, paid street parking nearby
Reservation: not necessary
View: no

Open Range Grill

Drinks and food with great views I would visit Open Range Grille.

Price: $$ – $$$
Best for: casual lunch or dinner
Parking: Public parking lots nearby
Reservation: recommend
View: yes, on the patio and in the back

Elote Cafe

Your seat doesn’t have the views found in some other restaurants, however it does have excellent service and southwestern/Mexican food. I like it so much I purchased both of the chef’s cookbooks. Make reservations 30-60 days in advance or you’re not likely to get a seat.

Price: $$$
Best for: Dinner
Parking: Dedicated parking lot for the restaurant, public parking lots nearby
Reservation: yes, required
View: no

The menu isn’t as extensive as some restaurants, but you can’t go wrong with anything on the menu.

Fast-Food and Chain Restaurants in Sedona

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Fast Food. You will not find many of these in Sedona. The majority of fast food chains are in West Sedona, with the exception of two.

Limited in Sedona
McDonald’s has turquoise arches
Chipotles & Wildflowers has great views of red rock

West Sedona Fast Food Chain Restaurants

If you’re looking for more budget options below is a list of fast-food and chain restaurants you’ll find in Sedona. On the west side there is a Mcdonalds, Subway, Domino’s pizza, Filiberto’s Mexican, and Starbucks

See the Turquoise Arches at McDonalds

This isn’t a must see, but a lot of people find it fascinating that the golden arches here are turquoise.

Uptown Sedona Fast Food Chain Restaurants

There are two fast food restaurants in uptown Sedona area, both are in the Pinon Point Shopping Center. Both have fantastic views of Sedona’s red rock formations. My pick for fast food in Sedona would either be Chipotle or Wildflowers, which are both at Pinon Point Shopping Center in uptown Sedona. They have nice outdoor eating areas with good views of the red rock.

Unique to Arizona

Try a Prickly Pear Margarita

You can’t leave Sedona without tasting something made from prickly pear. Try it in a margarita (I love it with jalapeño for a spicy kick), or go for ice cream, candy, or even jelly. It’s sweet, tart, and is uniquely Arizona.

For Your Sweet Tooth

If you’re looking for a sweet treat Black Cow Cafe, Rocky RD Ice Cream and the Sedona Fudge Company has some great choices.