Sedona Guidebook
Sedona Restaurants
Some of Sedona's nearby restaurants & personal favorites!
Located in Uptown Sedona on 179, just north of Tlaquepaque. Great Happy Hour in the lounge daily from 3:30-6pm. Beautiful red rock views from the dining area in back. 4 stars with 1,172 Yelp reviews. $$
70 locals recommend
Creekside American Bistro
251 AZ-179Located in Uptown Sedona on 179, just north of Tlaquepaque. Great Happy Hour in the lounge daily from 3:30-6pm. Beautiful red rock views from the dining area in back. 4 stars with 1,172 Yelp reviews. $$
Personal favorite for fresh ingredients, great menu selection, outdoor seating & value! I love the Rosemary Sea Salt bread & request it with my meals. Yum! 4 stars with 968 Yelp reviews. $
65 locals recommend
Wildflower Bread Company
101 AZ-89APersonal favorite for fresh ingredients, great menu selection, outdoor seating & value! I love the Rosemary Sea Salt bread & request it with my meals. Yum! 4 stars with 968 Yelp reviews. $
Good menu selection for Mexican, Southwest, American fare. Great breakfast! . Located in the strip mall near Safeway in West Sedona. 4 stars with 291 Yelp reviews. $
47 locals recommend
Cafe Jose Restaurant
2370 AZ-89AGood menu selection for Mexican, Southwest, American fare. Great breakfast! . Located in the strip mall near Safeway in West Sedona. 4 stars with 291 Yelp reviews. $
Personal favorite: Red Rock Enchiladas with Red & Green sauce! Located at 1630 W 89A in West Sedona. 4.5 stars with 700 Yelp reviews. $
74 locals recommend
Tortas De Fuego
1630 AZ-89APersonal favorite: Red Rock Enchiladas with Red & Green sauce! Located at 1630 W 89A in West Sedona. 4.5 stars with 700 Yelp reviews. $
Great views & Happy Hour menu. Located in Uptown Sedona on 179, just north of Tlaquepaque. 4.5 stars with 1,032 Yelp reviews. $$
58 locals recommend
Hideaway House
231 AZ-179Great views & Happy Hour menu. Located in Uptown Sedona on 179, just north of Tlaquepaque. 4.5 stars with 1,032 Yelp reviews. $$
Fantastic Argentinian burgers, Empanadas & micro brews. Located in Uptown Sedona on 179, across from the Javelina Cantina. Some outdoor seating. 4.5 stars with 259 Yelp reviews. $$
63 locals recommend
Dellepiane Sedona
7000 AZ-179Fantastic Argentinian burgers, Empanadas & micro brews. Located in Uptown Sedona on 179, across from the Javelina Cantina. Some outdoor seating. 4.5 stars with 259 Yelp reviews. $$
Personal favorite to relax in the backyard patio and enjoy fresh, delicious food! Café, Breakfast & Brunch, Coffee & Tea. 3951 N State Rte 89A up Oak Creek Canyon, 3 miles. Large outdoor seating area, partially shaded. 5 stars with 532 Yelp reviews. $$
155 locals recommend
Indian Gardens Cafe & Market
3951 N State Rte 89APersonal favorite to relax in the backyard patio and enjoy fresh, delicious food! Café, Breakfast & Brunch, Coffee & Tea. 3951 N State Rte 89A up Oak Creek Canyon, 3 miles. Large outdoor seating area, partially shaded. 5 stars with 532 Yelp reviews. $$
Vegetarian, Chocolatiers, Organic store. 1595 W Hwy 89A in West Sedona. Beautiful outdoor garden seating area. 4 stars with 713 Yelp reviews. $$
183 locals recommend
ChocolaTree Organic Eatery
1595 AZ-89AVegetarian, Chocolatiers, Organic store. 1595 W Hwy 89A in West Sedona. Beautiful outdoor garden seating area. 4 stars with 713 Yelp reviews. $$
Thai Spices Natural Restaurant
2611 W State Rte 89AThai, Seafood. 3.5 stars with 294 Yelp reviews. $$
Italian, Seafood, Desserts. I love Gerardo's pizza! 2675 W State Rte 89A in West Sedona. 4.5 stars with 302 Yelp reviews. $$
49 locals recommend
Gerardo's Italian Kitchen
2675 W State Rte 89AItalian, Seafood, Desserts. I love Gerardo's pizza! 2675 W State Rte 89A in West Sedona. 4.5 stars with 302 Yelp reviews. $$
Pizza, Italian, Gluten-Free. 1855 W Hwy 89A in West Sedona. 4 stars with 938 Yelp reviews. $$
129 locals recommend
Picazzo's Healthy Italian Kitchen Sedona
1855 AZ-89APizza, Italian, Gluten-Free. 1855 W Hwy 89A in West Sedona. 4 stars with 938 Yelp reviews. $$
Pizza, Salad, Desserts. 2245 W Hwy 89A in West Sedona. 4 stars with 661 Yelp reviews. $$
118 locals recommend
Pisa Lisa
2245 AZ-89APizza, Salad, Desserts. 2245 W Hwy 89A in West Sedona. 4 stars with 661 Yelp reviews. $$
Burgers, American, Cocktail lounge. Located in the Hillside Shopping Center in Uptown Sedona on 179, north of Tlaquepaque. 4.5 stars with 1,001 Yelp reviews. $$
177 locals recommend
The Hudson
671 AZ-179Burgers, American, Cocktail lounge. Located in the Hillside Shopping Center in Uptown Sedona on 179, north of Tlaquepaque. 4.5 stars with 1,001 Yelp reviews. $$
Korean, Shaved Snow, Food Truck. Located in a parking lot adjacent to Sedona Meditation Center off Jordan Road. Also accessible at 301 N 89A. 5 stars with 40 Yelp reviews. $$
8 locals recommend
Momo's Kitchen
301 N State Rte 89AKorean, Shaved Snow, Food Truck. Located in a parking lot adjacent to Sedona Meditation Center off Jordan Road. Also accessible at 301 N 89A. 5 stars with 40 Yelp reviews. $$
Latin American, Steakhouse, Seafood. Located on the way to West Sedona on 89A between 179/89A and Airport Road
273 locals recommend
Mariposa Latin Inspired Grill
700 AZ-89ALatin American, Steakhouse, Seafood. Located on the way to West Sedona on 89A between 179/89A and Airport Road
Mexican/Southwest Cuisine. Located in Uptown Sedona on Hwy 179
This is not your ordinary Americanized Mexican restaurant. The chef has been nominated for the James Beard Award. No reservations accepted; expect there to be a wait in line, however, there are outside areas to sit while you wait. Restaurant opens at 5:00pm, however, lines form around 4:15 with those hoping to get in on the first seating. 4.5 stars with 2,032 Yelp reviews. $$
198 locals recommend
Elote Cafe
350 Jordan RoadMexican/Southwest Cuisine. Located in Uptown Sedona on Hwy 179
This is not your ordinary Americanized Mexican restaurant. The chef has been nominated for the James Beard Award. No reservations accepted; expect there to be a wait in line, however, there are outside areas to sit while you wait. Restaurant opens at 5:00pm, however, lines form around 4:15 with those hoping to get in on the first seating. 4.5 stars with 2,032 Yelp reviews. $$
Gastropub. Located in Tlaquepaque North Village. 4.5 stars with 245 Yelp reviews. $$
106 locals recommend
Pump House Station Urban Eatery and Market
313 AZ-179Gastropub. Located in Tlaquepaque North Village. 4.5 stars with 245 Yelp reviews. $$
Steakhouse, American. 241 N 89A, Uptown Sedona. 4 stars with 1,021 Yelp reviews. $$
50 locals recommend
Cowboy Club Grille & Spirits
241 N State Rte 89ASteakhouse, American. 241 N 89A, Uptown Sedona. 4 stars with 1,021 Yelp reviews. $$
French, Breakfast & Brunch. Just north of the 179/89A Round-about into Uptown Sedona, 301 L’Auberge Ln. Reservations recommended. A great opportunity to get dressed up. 4 stars with 409 Yelp reviews. $$$$
26 locals recommend
L'Auberge de Sedona
301 L'Auberge LnFrench, Breakfast & Brunch. Just north of the 179/89A Round-about into Uptown Sedona, 301 L’Auberge Ln. Reservations recommended. A great opportunity to get dressed up. 4 stars with 409 Yelp reviews. $$$$
Italian, Mediterranean, Vegetarian. 2321 W Hwy 89A in West Sedona. 4 stars with 715 Yelp reviews. $$$
101 locals recommend
Dahl & Di Luca Ristorante
2321 AZ-89AItalian, Mediterranean, Vegetarian. 2321 W Hwy 89A in West Sedona. 4 stars with 715 Yelp reviews. $$$
American, Breakfast & Brunch. Located at Sedona’s Airport, pleasant views. 1185 Airport Rd. 4 stars with 558 Yelp reviews. $$
78 locals recommend
Mesa Grill Sedona
1185 Airport RdAmerican, Breakfast & Brunch. Located at Sedona’s Airport, pleasant views. 1185 Airport Rd. 4 stars with 558 Yelp reviews. $$
Sushi bar, Szechuan, Cocktail bar. 1350 W State Rte 89A in West Sedona. 3.5 stars with 280 Yelp reviews. $$
41 locals recommend
Szechuan Restaurant
1350 AZ-89ASushi bar, Szechuan, Cocktail bar. 1350 W State Rte 89A in West Sedona. 3.5 stars with 280 Yelp reviews. $$
American, Lounge. 100 Amara Ln, Uptown Sedona. 4 stars with 385 Yelp reviews. $$
17 locals recommend
SaltRock Kitchen
100 Amara LnAmerican, Lounge. 100 Amara Ln, Uptown Sedona. 4 stars with 385 Yelp reviews. $$
Sedona Hiking
From gentle nature walking to more challenging hikes - all Sedona's hiking offers spectacular views & red rock cairns that mark and "guide" you along the main trails. Pay attention to the trail maps (or take a pic with your smart phone for easy reference). Carry plenty of water! If you are thirsty, you are already dehydrated. Remember to "sip, sip, sip", not "gulp, gulp, gulp" to keep the most hydrated. A good rule of thumb is about 2 quarts minimum/per person for hikes under 6 miles. There are several hiking books available throughout town. My personal favorites are by local author, Dennis Andres. You can also find many recommendations on Trip Advisor. Most trail heads can easily be found on main search engines.
One of my personal favorites. Spectacular colors in the rain! Easy walk. Park at the Trailhead off Soldiers Pass road. It is a short hike in to view the Sinkhole. See trailhead map for area loops, depending on the distance you want to hike.
42 locals recommend
Soldiers Pass Trail
Soldier Pass TrailOne of my personal favorites. Spectacular colors in the rain! Easy walk. Park at the Trailhead off Soldiers Pass road. It is a short hike in to view the Sinkhole. See trailhead map for area loops, depending on the distance you want to hike.
Flat. Wear water shoes, as you cross the creek multiple times (stone stepping). A great hike in when the weather is warmer, as it tends to be about 10 degrees cooler. Shade. Lots of trees.
60 locals recommend
West Fork Trail
Flat. Wear water shoes, as you cross the creek multiple times (stone stepping). A great hike in when the weather is warmer, as it tends to be about 10 degrees cooler. Shade. Lots of trees.
200’ elevation early in the trail, then beautiful vistas of Courthouse Butte from a distance. It is an out and back, and you can turn around whenever you want, but if you did most of it, it would be 6 miles roundtrip.
7 locals recommend
Mescal Trail
Mescal Trail200’ elevation early in the trail, then beautiful vistas of Courthouse Butte from a distance. It is an out and back, and you can turn around whenever you want, but if you did most of it, it would be 6 miles roundtrip.
A Vortex area next to Courthouse Butte. If you stay on the lower trail, you can go around Bell Rock, no elevation change.
13 locals recommend
Bell Rock Trail
Bell Rock TrailA Vortex area next to Courthouse Butte. If you stay on the lower trail, you can go around Bell Rock, no elevation change.
6 mile out-and-back hike leading through several types of forests typical of the Sedona area. Near the start of the trail is an energy vortex. Be sure to take the side trail called Boynton Vista trail, approximately half a mile to the vortex, located at the base of a rock spire.
23 locals recommend
Boynton Canyon Trail
Boynton Canyon Trail6 mile out-and-back hike leading through several types of forests typical of the Sedona area. Near the start of the trail is an energy vortex. Be sure to take the side trail called Boynton Vista trail, approximately half a mile to the vortex, located at the base of a rock spire.
Outstanding views, solitude, and an opportunity to wander around the top of a mesa. 1.2 mile out-and-back trail with a steady and gradual ascent that takes you up to the flat top of Doe Mountain.
16 locals recommend
Doe Mountain
Doe MountainOutstanding views, solitude, and an opportunity to wander around the top of a mesa. 1.2 mile out-and-back trail with a steady and gradual ascent that takes you up to the flat top of Doe Mountain.
A majestic, moderate hike. Generally people hiking on this trail which can show novice hikers how to navigate up with the handholds and crevices. It is easier than it looks, however, always use caution and stay within your comfort zone. The views at the top are breathtaking.
159 locals recommend
Cathedral Rock Trailhead
500 Back O Beyond RdA majestic, moderate hike. Generally people hiking on this trail which can show novice hikers how to navigate up with the handholds and crevices. It is easier than it looks, however, always use caution and stay within your comfort zone. The views at the top are breathtaking.
Easy 2.4 mile trail takes you through scenic Fay Caynon into the heart of the red rocks, walking below the dramatic cliff walls and hanging gardens.
34 locals recommend
Fay Canyon Trail
Fay Canyon TrailEasy 2.4 mile trail takes you through scenic Fay Caynon into the heart of the red rocks, walking below the dramatic cliff walls and hanging gardens.
A loop trail. Scenic. 4 miles and only a 500’ elevation gain.
21 locals recommend
Courthouse Butte Loop Trail
Courthouse Butte Loop TrailA loop trail. Scenic. 4 miles and only a 500’ elevation gain.
3 mile loop trail, some elevation gain with a close up look at Cathedral Rock, Sedona’s crowning landmark. At the end of the loop trail, you will be next to Red Rock Crossing and Oak Creek. A great spot to swim, or cool your feet off.
13 locals recommend
Baldwin Trail
Baldwin Trail3 mile loop trail, some elevation gain with a close up look at Cathedral Rock, Sedona’s crowning landmark. At the end of the loop trail, you will be next to Red Rock Crossing and Oak Creek. A great spot to swim, or cool your feet off.
Fay Canyon Trail
Fay Canyon TrailFlat, 2 miles roundtrip.
Crescent Moon Picnic Site
333 Red Rock Crossing RdEasy walk, beautiful spots along Oak Creek.
Red Rock State Park
4050 Red Rock Loop RdOne of my favorite drives for majestic Red Rock views!
A tourist stop, so very busy in warm weather. Try going early in the morning, or enjoy quieter days off season.
256 locals recommend
Slide Rock State Park
6871 AZ-89AA tourist stop, so very busy in warm weather. Try going early in the morning, or enjoy quieter days off season.
An adventurous & challenging hike. Bring plenty of water!
28 locals recommend
Thunder Mountain Trailhead
Thunder Mountain RoadAn adventurous & challenging hike. Bring plenty of water!
An easy walk with nice views. Trailhead is within walking distance from The Sunshine House.
6 locals recommend
Andante Trailhead
2655 Skyview WayAn easy walk with nice views. Trailhead is within walking distance from The Sunshine House.
Little Horse Trailhead
Arizona 179Nice views and an easy hike.
Brins Mesa Trail
Brins Mesa TrailHiline Trail
Hiline TrailBroken Arrow Trail
Broken Arrow TrailAirport Mesa
483 Airport RdEasy access - great spot for sunsets.
A personal favorite when staying at The Sunshine House in West Sedona, as we can easily walk to the trailhead!
Lower Chimney Rock Trail
Lower Chimney Rock TrailA personal favorite when staying at The Sunshine House in West Sedona, as we can easily walk to the trailhead!
Munds Wagon Trail
Munds Wagon TrailPersonal favorite as it was one of my first Sedona hikes. Easy hike with some shade.
Jim Thompson Trailhead
Jim Thompson TrailPersonal favorite as it was one of my first Sedona hikes. Easy hike with some shade.
Adobe Jack Trailhead
Adobe Jack TrailEasy walk, nice views. Connects to Soldiers Pass and the sinkhole.
Points of Interest
Here are some points of interest when visiting Sedona. I note some personal favorites & "extra" things I enjoy.
Always a joy to stroll through. Check the current events. Some of my special "not to be missed" events include live Flamenco music by Gaetano & Friends April - October on Sunday/Monday/Tuesday nights 5:30-7:30pm. Amazing musicians, intimate setting in the Courtyard outside. In addition, check out "First Friday" - art walk (also throughout Sedona) for wine tastings, appetizers & an opportunity to meet local artists! Halloween & Christmas season, check the dates for special events that transform the Village into quite a spectacular sight!
346 locals recommend
Tlaquepaque Arts & Shopping Village
336 AZ-179Always a joy to stroll through. Check the current events. Some of my special "not to be missed" events include live Flamenco music by Gaetano & Friends April - October on Sunday/Monday/Tuesday nights 5:30-7:30pm. Amazing musicians, intimate setting in the Courtyard outside. In addition, check out "First Friday" - art walk (also throughout Sedona) for wine tastings, appetizers & an opportunity to meet local artists! Halloween & Christmas season, check the dates for special events that transform the Village into quite a spectacular sight!
One of the most beautiful drives I've been on, and a personal favorite on 89A between Sedona and Flagstaff, AZ. Spectacular any time of year!
16 locals recommend
Oak Creek Canyon Natural Area
10099 North State Route 89AOne of the most beautiful drives I've been on, and a personal favorite on 89A between Sedona and Flagstaff, AZ. Spectacular any time of year!
Chapel of the Holy Cross
780 Chapel RdIf you're staying at the Sunshine House in West Sedona, this is an easy walk to enjoy some quiet time in meditation.
99 locals recommend
Amitabha Stupa & Peace Park
2650 Pueblo DrIf you're staying at the Sunshine House in West Sedona, this is an easy walk to enjoy some quiet time in meditation.
A nice drive on a curvy, tree-lined road with several Arizona Wineries to tour or enjoy lunch/dinner.
15 locals recommend
Page Springs
A nice drive on a curvy, tree-lined road with several Arizona Wineries to tour or enjoy lunch/dinner.
A fascinating natural wonder - easy walk on paved trails.
95 locals recommend
Montezuma Well (Montezuma Castle National Monument)
Forest Service Road 618A fascinating natural wonder - easy walk on paved trails.
A local favorite for winter skiing. In the off-season, enjoy the views with a chair-lift pass!
436 locals recommend
Arizona Snowbowl
9300 North Snow Bowl RoadA local favorite for winter skiing. In the off-season, enjoy the views with a chair-lift pass!
If you're up for a drive, Antelope Canyon is a spectacular tour, with a stop at Horseshoe Bend (self-guided) along the way. It's an easy drive. Antelope Canyon does require a guide which is available on-site. They do sell out, so reservations are recommended. I have taken the basic tour to the Lower Canyon - very reasonable. Check online for the various tours avaiable.
243 locals recommend
Upper Antelope Canyon
If you're up for a drive, Antelope Canyon is a spectacular tour, with a stop at Horseshoe Bend (self-guided) along the way. It's an easy drive. Antelope Canyon does require a guide which is available on-site. They do sell out, so reservations are recommended. I have taken the basic tour to the Lower Canyon - very reasonable. Check online for the various tours avaiable.