Favorite Restaurants
As a long-time local, we have eaten at every restaurant in town (and often many times!). Sedona has a lot of options, but these are our "go-to" options that are tried and true.
Locally owned by a historic Sedona family and a local favorite. Great atmosphere and a lovely outdoor garden setting. Breakfast/lunch/takeaway/picnic.
155 locals recommend
Indian Gardens Cafe & Market
3951 N State Rte 89ALocally owned by a historic Sedona family and a local favorite. Great atmosphere and a lovely outdoor garden setting. Breakfast/lunch/takeaway/picnic.
Located in one of Sedona's historic buildings (hence the name) with an eclectic and comfortable atmosphere. Creative food and great morning time drinks and pastries. (If they have the chilaquiles on the special menu don't miss them!)
106 locals recommend
Pump House Station Urban Eatery and Market
313 AZ-179Located in one of Sedona's historic buildings (hence the name) with an eclectic and comfortable atmosphere. Creative food and great morning time drinks and pastries. (If they have the chilaquiles on the special menu don't miss them!)
Looking for a diner breakfast? There is always a line and very busy on the weekends. Parking can be difficult at times but there is plenty of parking across the street. Locally owned and operated by a wonderful family that hosts a free Thanksgiving dinner for anyone in need.
108 locals recommend
Coffee Pot Restaurant
2050 W State Rte 89ALooking for a diner breakfast? There is always a line and very busy on the weekends. Parking can be difficult at times but there is plenty of parking across the street. Locally owned and operated by a wonderful family that hosts a free Thanksgiving dinner for anyone in need.
Gluten free? Vegan? Vegetarian? Great for families and large parties.
129 locals recommend
Picazzo's Healthy Italian Kitchen Sedona
1855 AZ-89AGluten free? Vegan? Vegetarian? Great for families and large parties.
Great pizza and other authentic Italian fare. Family friendly. This is award-winning chef Lisa Dahl's least expensive restaurant in town. (If you want her most expensive offering with the absolute best views in town you will want to check out Mariposa).
118 locals recommend
Pisa Lisa
2245 AZ-89AGreat pizza and other authentic Italian fare. Family friendly. This is award-winning chef Lisa Dahl's least expensive restaurant in town. (If you want her most expensive offering with the absolute best views in town you will want to check out Mariposa).
Raw food, raw chocolate and desserts, yummy and interesting beverages. One of our healthiest options in Sedona. If you are a strictly mainstream/traditional eater this may not be the place for you, but if you're feeling adventurous it's a uniquely Sedona offering. Lovely outdoor garden seating.
183 locals recommend
ChocolaTree Organic Eatery
1595 AZ-89ARaw food, raw chocolate and desserts, yummy and interesting beverages. One of our healthiest options in Sedona. If you are a strictly mainstream/traditional eater this may not be the place for you, but if you're feeling adventurous it's a uniquely Sedona offering. Lovely outdoor garden seating.
Pizza and beer. Need I say more? (Can order by the slice when dining in.) (Delivery available)
33 locals recommend
Famous Pizza & Beer - West Sedona
3190 AZ-89APizza and beer. Need I say more? (Can order by the slice when dining in.) (Delivery available)
The Hudson
671 AZ-179Mid-level dining with a "boutiquey" atmosphere. Great drinks!
Gerardo's Italian Kitchen
2675 W State Rte 89AA simple and straightforward Italian option.
The only sushi in West Sedona, so technically it's your only option, however thankfully it's good sushi!
32 locals recommend
Hiro's Sushi & Japanese Kitchen
1730 AZ-89AThe only sushi in West Sedona, so technically it's your only option, however thankfully it's good sushi!
There are a few options for Thai food in Sedona, but this one is somewhat unique as it's been owned by the same local family for a really longtime and the chef is fond of macrobiotic cooking. This one is the local favorite (unless you want to go to the VOC, which has another local favorite Thai option).
73 locals recommend
Thai Spices Natural Restaurant
2611 W State Rte 89AThere are a few options for Thai food in Sedona, but this one is somewhat unique as it's been owned by the same local family for a really longtime and the chef is fond of macrobiotic cooking. This one is the local favorite (unless you want to go to the VOC, which has another local favorite Thai option).
Layla's Bakery-Cafe
3190 W State Rte 89ALovingly "homemade" bakery at the end of town.
Local favorite, quick bite, ample parking, Cafe style, simple menu, good food.
11 locals recommend
Vespa Healthy Italian Café Sedona
1350 West State Route 89ALocal favorite, quick bite, ample parking, Cafe style, simple menu, good food.
Easy, fast, healthy, on the less expensive side (for Sedona), indoor/outdoor. Healthy Thai
25 locals recommend
Fresh & Natural Thai Kitchen
1439 W State Rte 89AEasy, fast, healthy, on the less expensive side (for Sedona), indoor/outdoor. Healthy Thai
Budget Friendly Restaurants
As a tourist town Sedona is not known for affordable restaurants, but we've got you covered if you are on a tight budget and are in town for just a few days. Stick to this list if you are counting pocket change on your trip!
Looking for a taco stand? We don't have one! But, this is a close second. Authentic border style Mexican food, and a local favorite! Diner atmosphere, not upscale by any means, but we go for the food and one of the few budget-friendly Sedona options.
74 locals recommend
Tortas De Fuego
1630 AZ-89ALooking for a taco stand? We don't have one! But, this is a close second. Authentic border style Mexican food, and a local favorite! Diner atmosphere, not upscale by any means, but we go for the food and one of the few budget-friendly Sedona options.
Truly homemade Mexican, love is in the food. And vegans can eat here too, which isn't always easy with Mexican cuisine. Sedona locals often order the tamales for potlucks ... and they are the first thing to disappear!
38 locals recommend
Tamaliza
1155 W State Rte 89ATruly homemade Mexican, love is in the food. And vegans can eat here too, which isn't always easy with Mexican cuisine. Sedona locals often order the tamales for potlucks ... and they are the first thing to disappear!
Order before you eat for a quick in and out, and budget friendly, dining option. Great for families.
65 locals recommend
Wildflower Bread Company
101 AZ-89AOrder before you eat for a quick in and out, and budget friendly, dining option. Great for families.
Chipotle Mexican Grill
361 Forest RdYou know, it's Chipotle ... with an awesome view!
We pretty much only go to Javelina for Taco Tuesday or Tostada Thursday, a budget friendly option from 4-6pm only if you can find a spot in the bar area. Must buy one beverage per person to qualify for tacos or tostadas. Great margaritas. (Regular dinner prices are not necessarily budget friendly and it's best for the Tex-Mex fans)
99 locals recommend
Javelina Cantina
671 AZ-179We pretty much only go to Javelina for Taco Tuesday or Tostada Thursday, a budget friendly option from 4-6pm only if you can find a spot in the bar area. Must buy one beverage per person to qualify for tacos or tostadas. Great margaritas. (Regular dinner prices are not necessarily budget friendly and it's best for the Tex-Mex fans)
The only food truck in Sedona! Great for a quick, budget friendly bite if you're in Uptown Sedona (one of the main tourist shopping areas).
8 locals recommend
Momo's Kitchen
301 N State Rte 89AThe only food truck in Sedona! Great for a quick, budget friendly bite if you're in Uptown Sedona (one of the main tourist shopping areas).
If you are only eating out a few times, make this one of your stops. Fresh ingredients, unique options, and great owners. Don't miss this one!
Sedona Organic Taco Company
If you are only eating out a few times, make this one of your stops. Fresh ingredients, unique options, and great owners. Don't miss this one!
Get a foot long, and you'll have lunch and dinner taken care of in one stop. Great sandwiches and perfectly sour homemade lemonade, amongst a few other homemade items. (Beer on tap, too.)
Hilltop deli sedona
2655 W State Rte 89AGet a foot long, and you'll have lunch and dinner taken care of in one stop. Great sandwiches and perfectly sour homemade lemonade, amongst a few other homemade items. (Beer on tap, too.)
Coffee/Juice/Etc.
Looking for the best in health conscious juices/smoothies/light food fare? This is it. Locally owned and operated.
93 locals recommend
Local Juicery
3150 W State Rte 89ALooking for the best in health conscious juices/smoothies/light food fare? This is it. Locally owned and operated.
Authentic Chai and imported gifts with a great outdoor spot to chill and visit with friends. (In Tlaqupaque shopping area)
13 locals recommend
The Chai Spot
36 AZ-179Authentic Chai and imported gifts with a great outdoor spot to chill and visit with friends. (In Tlaqupaque shopping area)
L'espressino
269 N State Rte 89AStarbites Coffee Cafe
101 N State Rte 89AOak Creek Espresso
6500 AZ-179Pump House Station Urban Eatery and Market
313 AZ-179Are you looking for boutique coffee? This is your place! A multi-generation Sedona family owns this coffee shop and has done it right. Get some locally roasted coffee to take home!
FreeForm Coffee Roasters
Are you looking for boutique coffee? This is your place! A multi-generation Sedona family owns this coffee shop and has done it right. Get some locally roasted coffee to take home!
Rose Vortex Cafe - Coffee / Smoothies / Juices
Health conscious fare
Sedona Juice Co
Synergy
2301 AZ-89ASono Kitchen & Boba
Lacuna Sedona
Treats
Berry Divine Acai Bowls
2710 AZ-89AKaren's Gluten Free Bakeshop
2081 W State Rte 89ALiving Chocolate
Rocky RD Ice Cream Co
PussyCat Gelato
301 AZ-89ALa Michoacana Dulce Passion
Mexican sweet treats. Strawberries and cream, my favorite!
Sabrina's Gourmet Ice Cream
Nightlife/Bars
Sedona is a bit of a small, sleepy town at heart. The nightlife options are not grand by any means, but you are sure to meet the locals anywhere you go out in the evening because we have the same limited options that you do!
Locals and tourists frequent this lively bar. They offer karaoke on Thursdays and live entertainment on the weekends. Small but cozy. Simple menu also available, serving food later than most Sedona restaurants. Try the Shepherd's Pie!
36 locals recommend
Mooney's Irish Pub
671 AZ-179Locals and tourists frequent this lively bar. They offer karaoke on Thursdays and live entertainment on the weekends. Small but cozy. Simple menu also available, serving food later than most Sedona restaurants. Try the Shepherd's Pie!
Great place for wine and local live music. Often frequented by locals. They also have great food options and they serve dinner later than most of the restaurants.
130 locals recommend
Vino Di Sedona
2575 AZ-89AGreat place for wine and local live music. Often frequented by locals. They also have great food options and they serve dinner later than most of the restaurants.
The owner of this restaurant loves live music and will have local and out-of-town acts, especially on the weekends.
79 locals recommend
Sound Bites Grill, Sedona AZ
101 N State Rte 89AThe owner of this restaurant loves live music and will have local and out-of-town acts, especially on the weekends.
A great local brewery/restaurant with a nice outdoor space and young brewers who are passionate about beer! Sometimes live music on the weekends.
28 locals recommend
Sedona Beer Company
465 Jordan RdA great local brewery/restaurant with a nice outdoor space and young brewers who are passionate about beer! Sometimes live music on the weekends.
The original Sedona brewery with award-winning beers. Sometimes live entertainment. Used to have a Tuesday evening drum circle, not sure if they do anymore. If you want to hang with the locals (usually) and you like good micro brews this is the place for you.
39 locals recommend
Oak Creek Brewery
2050 Yavapai DrThe original Sedona brewery with award-winning beers. Sometimes live entertainment. Used to have a Tuesday evening drum circle, not sure if they do anymore. If you want to hang with the locals (usually) and you like good micro brews this is the place for you.
This bar is in the Village of Oak Creek, 15 minutes from Sedona. A big bar with pool, etc. Local place.
54 locals recommend
P J's Village Pub
40 W Cortez DrThis bar is in the Village of Oak Creek, 15 minutes from Sedona. A big bar with pool, etc. Local place.
Redwall Lounge
Top Sedona Hikes
Devil's Bridge Trailhead
Devil's Bridge TrailBoynton Canyon Trail
Boynton Canyon TrailTrailhead - Soldier Pass Trail No. 66
Forest Service 9904 RoadFay Canyon Trail
Fay Canyon TrailBell Rock Trailhead
Cathedral Rock Trailhead
500 Back O Beyond RdLittle Horse Trailhead
Arizona 179Doe Mountain Trail
34°53 FL-944Brins Mesa Trailhead
Brins Mesa TrailBaldwin Trail Trailhead
Baldwin TrailSightseeing
A short and easy walk to a peaceful and much beloved Sedona spot.
17 locals recommend
Amitabha Stupa and Peace Park
2650 Pueblo DriveA short and easy walk to a peaceful and much beloved Sedona spot.
A beautiful (and very famous) chapel built into the red rocks. It's a highly trafficked tourist destination, don't expect to be there alone; but it's a quintessential Sedona landmark.
226 locals recommend
Chapel of the Holy Cross
780 Chapel RdA beautiful (and very famous) chapel built into the red rocks. It's a highly trafficked tourist destination, don't expect to be there alone; but it's a quintessential Sedona landmark.
One of the easiest spots to get to without any hiking involved, that overlooks the town. It's well frequented, don't expect privacy, and I think you might have to pay to park. If you're looking for an effortless selfie opportunity this is your place! (The title is misleading ... this is the scenic overlook and NOT the vortex ... which you will already have passed before you get to the overlook.)
68 locals recommend
Sedona Airport Scenic Lookout
538 Airport RdOne of the easiest spots to get to without any hiking involved, that overlooks the town. It's well frequented, don't expect privacy, and I think you might have to pay to park. If you're looking for an effortless selfie opportunity this is your place! (The title is misleading ... this is the scenic overlook and NOT the vortex ... which you will already have passed before you get to the overlook.)
Red Rock State Park
4050 Red Rock Loop Rd