El Chorro

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Address:
5550 E Lincoln Dr.
Paradise Valley, AZ 85253

Neighborhood:
Phoenix

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Cuisine:
American

Price: $31 to $50

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El Chorro Details

Dining Style: Casual Elegant
Website: http://elchorro.com
Email: reservations@elchorro.com
Phone: (480) 948-5170
Hours of Operation: Hours of Operation:
Seasonal Summer Hours:
Brunch: Sunday 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Happy Hour: Tuesday - Saturday 5 p.m. to Close.
Dinner: Tuesday - Saturday 5 p.m. to Close.
Payment Options: AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Cuisine: American
Executive Chef: Charles Kassels
Dress Code: Business Casual
Accepts Walk-Ins: Yes
Additional Details: Banquet/Private Rooms, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Farm to Table, Fireplace, Full Bar, Gluten-free Menu, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking Restaurant, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Smoking Area, Smoking Area (patio only), Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Getting there

Cross Street: 56th Street & Lincoln Drive
Parking: Private Lot
Parking Details: Valet and Parking Lot

A word from El Chorro

El Chorro’s iconic setting at the base of Camelback & Mummy Mountains offers an authentic Arizona desert setting where generations of Valley residents and visitors alike come to savor classic, seasonal cuisine; enjoy a relaxed Sunday brunch; gather with friends over happy hour; celebrate special… occasions or meet with associates.

El Chorro’s culinary vision features classic cuisine favorites with a Southwestern-inspired influence. The menu offerings center on fresh, organic and locally grown ingredients – including herbs and produce from the El Chorro garden located right outside the kitchen.

The restaurant and event venues have recently been restored, renovated and enhanced to further preserve this landmark’s rustic charm. El Chorro became the first restaurant in Arizona to earn the U.S. Green Building Council’s Leadership in Environmental and Energy Design (LEED) Gold Certification. Continued

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Awards voted by OpenTable diners

Diners' Choice WinnerBest Ambiance
Diners' Choice WinnerAmerican
Diners' Choice WinnerOutdoor Dining

Diner Reviews

"Haven't been there for quite awhile. Never for dinner only brunch so decided to try for birthday dinner and it was fab. Andre, our server, was on top of it. We will definitely come back with friends. We chose to sit outside and I'm glad we did. It did get a little chilly, but your heaters came in handy and the blankets. What service. Thank you for a wonderful experience."
Dined on 3/8/2014
"Love, love, love, it. But, don't be in a hurry! Very nice brunch. I'm going to try dinner at some point."
Dined on 3/9/2014
"We went there based on Open Table reviews and were not disappointed. Great service with food to match. Imaginative and unexpected menu items."
Dined on 3/8/2014
"Yesterday's birthday brunch for four was fantastic at El Chorro. My guests were thrilled with everything about this dining experience. As always, the sticky buns were fabulous along with the trout almondine and pyramid birthday cake. The service was fantastic. This is the third time that I've dined at El Chorro is the past couple of months. As always, it's outstanding."
Dined on 3/9/2014
"We have loved El Chorro for over 40 years but are disappointed that brunch is only on Sunday . The wonderful sticky buns have sure gotten smaller and they now charge if you want more. Still the prettiest patio in Scottsdale."
Dined on 3/2/2014
"Fantastic dinner! Lamb chops were delicious!! Shrimp cocktail amazing!!Sticky buns a piece of heaven in earth!!!!"
Dined on 3/7/2014
"I've lived in the Valley for almost 20 years and never had been to El Chorro. We went there to celebrate a promotion and it was well worth it. Arrived about 40 minutes early, which allowed us to grab a drink at the bar before being seated. Nice mix of locals and out-of-towners and the bar staff was great, even though they were extremely busy. We requested to be outside because of the beautiful weather and we were not disappointed. Great night out and everyone seemed to be enjoying themselves. Our server, Ryan, was on top of things and took the time to talk about specials and other menu items. I had the pork tenderloin and my wife had the pan seared duck. Both were very good. Overall, great experience and we will be back."
Dined on 3/7/2014
"It's our favorite restaurant! When we are in town it's a must! Love the atmosphere."
Dined on 3/7/2014
"I took my out of town guests up to El Chorros for a special fine dining experience and oh boy it was everything I had envisioned. The ambience & service were outstanding. The food was very tasty & delicate. All of my guests kept commenting on how much they were enjoying everything and just LOVED the beautiful setting. We will definitely be back again in October for more good stuff."
Dined on 3/1/2014
"Being an owner of many restaurants and hotels, I appreciate excellence and how difficult excellence is to achieve.. El Chorro is outstanding and highly recommend this restaurant to anyone."
Dined on 3/6/2014
"To Anyone Who Reads This ... Excellent. Do it. Exceptional food, good service, outstanding venue overall. The best Grey Goose Dirty Martini I've ever had! Thx Alec. Overall a bit pricey but absolutely worth it. This is our 3rd time since the renovation and nothing has been lost and everything gained. We love it and will be back. Thank You. You make us local folks proud."
Dined on 3/4/2014
"It's not just the food. The ambience is exceptional too. It just feels special! We were a party of 4 and all loved the food and service. Two ordered the sea bass "special" and 2 ordered the New York steaks. All were very happy with their meals without complaint. Already planning our return to this jewel in the desert!"
Dined on 3/4/2014
"Very nice upgrade to a restaurant that has been around for a long time. We recently we visiting in the valley and had dinner at El Chorro. My wife used to go to dinner there 40 years ago with her family as a teenager. It much smaller but very a very popular restaurant. We sat outside(the best option for seating). The service was excellent with a very pleasant and knowledgeable waiter. I had duck breast which was done perfectly and my wife raved about her big juicy grilled shrimp. These dishes were accompanied by very interesting sides. Good choice of wines by the glass. I had prickly pear crem brûlée for dessert which was a perfect ending. We will be back."
Dined on 3/3/2014
"I took my husband for his birthday. We sat outside with Camelback mountain as our back drop.Fountains, fireplace and potted flowers are on the patio. Beautiful setting! I was afraid I might be cold but they had many heat lamps. The service and food were very good!"
Dined on 3/3/2014
"We sat outside and had a great view of Camelback Mountain as the sun set. The food was delicious. Flash fried lobster tail appetizer was very good, although a bit pricey."
Dined on 3/2/2014
"Food was excellent. Waiter was very friendly & made sure we were well taken care of, including the 2 Great Grandchildren we had with us.Would definitely go back for Sunday Brunch although it is a little pricey."
Dined on 3/2/2014
"We ate brunch here on our first day in Scottsdale. It was wonderful! The food, service, location and scenery were excellent. Would definitely return on a future visit."
Dined on 3/2/2014
"This is an excellent choice for outdoor dining in a very upscale neighborhood. The setting and grounds are outstanding and the service was good. Food was very good, although my duck breast entree was just room temperature -I thought it should have been hotter. The sticky buns that come as a bread basket with your meal are fabulous! A reservation is a must!"
Dined on 2/22/2014
"We came to celebrate my husband's birthday. We were greeted very warmly at the front desk. While waiting for our friends to arrive, we enjoyed a cocktail at the bar. The bartender, Dave, was outstanding. He was very attentive, friendly, and knowledgeable. Our server was attentive and was knowledgeable in making suggestions on the menu and wine list. We dined on the patio and it was really beautiful, The combination of the ambience, the great food, and a well run establishment made our dining experience on my husband's birthday the special occasion I envisioned it to be."
Dined on 2/28/2014
"We have been to El Choro on several occasions and have never been disappointed. Every aspect is great. I would reccomend this restaurant highly - especially for that special occasion."
Dined on 2/27/2014
"El Chorro Lodge is one of the first restaurants on our list when planning our trip to this area. You MUST sit outdoors and you MUST get there for sunset! We visit in February/March so the evenings are cool. Bring a sweater or request to sit near a fireplace. The dining experience is always second to none. The wait staff is knowledgeable of the menu and will cater to your every need. Our latest visit, my husband ordered the short ribs but thought they were a little dry. He still ate EVERY bite. I wasn't extremely hungry so I got the lobster appetizer and it was AWESOME! Very tasty and just enough. Oh yes, did I mention their sticky buns? Take a few home to go with your morning coffee. Plan to linger over your meal and enjoy the ambiance."
Dined on 2/26/2014
""El Chorro" is our "go to" spot with guests or when we just want a truffle fries fix ;-) They NEVER fail, the service is the best in the Valley and the food is consistently wonderful. Wine list is not roust but creative. If I could add another star and rate El Chorro with 6 stars, I would!"
Dined on 2/25/2014
"I took a business colleague to the El Chorro Lodge with a fantastic result. The service was attentive to perfection. The beverages were brought promptly with plenty of time to review the menu before making selections. My colleague is from Oregon and noted that she can always get a great salmon meal close to home; she still decided to try to salmon and was very pleased with the preparation and freshness. I selected the trout which was the best I have ever tasted. The almonds, green beans and a few slices of potato provided the perfect sized and healthy meal. El Chorro provided a fabulous meal, great business impression, a beautiful outdoor dining experience (in beautiful seasonal weather), and service beyond compare. Thanks!"
Dined on 2/27/2014
"Wonderful evening. Good food; beautiful patio; very romantic."
Dined on 2/26/2014
"Everything about the evening was wonderful....great ambiance...., great server (Phillip.....) great trout... , ... We come here very often...and on nights where weather permits...to sit outside is fantastic. Even when weather is not exactly perfect...the heaters and air conditioners are. Great place to bring out of town people too...."
Dined on 2/26/2014
"A truly beautiful place and the food and service were marvelous."
Dined on 2/25/2014
"We enjoyed the brunch and the great sticky buns. The only odd thing is that the waiter refused to bring us a refill on buns until we ordered. "People get full on the buns, and then they don't want to order much. And that has financial implications," he explained. That was pretty odd and a bit annoying. Sorry if they don't make as much money because I eat an extra sticky bun. Still, the food was good, the view and atmosphere exception."
Dined on 2/23/2014
"We entertained out of town guests and they raved about their meal, and can't wait to come back to AZ again just to go to El Chorro. The young ladies at the front desk always call me to ask how my dining experience has been, I feel like a VIP! And truthfully, who doesn't like Sticky Buns! Can't wait to see you soon for Happy Hour.....or dinner! BSBLTVL - Catherine S."
Dined on 2/24/2014
"This was our second trip to El Chorro. First was for a wonderful dinner, this time was for brunch. We had a wonderful meal on their patio. It was fantastic. Great food and atmosphere. And a charming waiter. The food was fixed to perfection. There were three of us and we all had different entries. Very tasty all around! I loved the El Chorro Bloody Mary complete with a shrimp embellishment. My Eggs Bennedict was perfect. The eggs work cooked just right and it was served with salmon on an English Muffin. A great restaurant in a great place."
Dined on 2/23/2014
"We had a lovely time and everything was as expected for such a historic restaurant in Paradise Valley. The food was perfect but the service should have been a bit better. Overall a 5 star review. Expect to pay around $80 per person."
Dined on 2/21/2014
"...our server was really nice and helpful....food was delicious. It was a beautiful morning to be outside in a lovely setting!"
Dined on 2/23/2014
"We were two couples celebrating the birthdays of our wives and anticipating a special meal. We were attracted to your restaurant through internet advertising. While two of our meals (Pork Tenderloin) were fine the other two meals (Beef Stroganoff) were very poor. The beef tips were tough and the Stroganoff was very bland. Our salads were delivered late, nearly forty-five minutes after they were ordered. Our waiter indicated that our order had been misplaced. Our waiter was very apologetic, apologized for the delay, and acknowledged the blandness of the main course. Fortunately, the portion of the bill dealing with the Stroganoff was "comped". I think that this was a very nice restaurant which had a "very bad night"."
Dined on 2/20/2014
"Love the restaurant and it is a great place to take people experiencing the winter cold. Can't beat the scenery and the food."
Dined on 2/20/2014
"Love this restaurant. Go every time we are in phoenix"
Dined on 2/22/2014
"It's important to know this is NOT a Mexican food restaurant. We went with our taste buds set for one thing and found something totally different."
Dined on 2/20/2014
"Though service was very so-so (server left us with cold coffee for a long time and suggested the reason he didn't come back to the table was because he assumed we were having a leisurely brunch...whatever), we had a great time. The food was excellent and the patio was beautiful. My father-in-law said it would now be his go to place for guests. Really fun brunch!!! Prices were very affordable. My husband and I were very pleased to be able to entertain our family here. We'll be back on our next trip to Phoenix."
Dined on 2/16/2014
"As usual, my husband and I enjoyed another perfect night out at El Chorro. From the cocktails and appetizers, to the incredible entrees and dessert, all was terrific. (And that's not counting those addictive sticky buns!) The waiter took our cue and allowed us to have a relaxing evening, without numerous or unnecessary interruptions or chatter. Much appreciated. Always a favorite spot."
Dined on 2/16/2014
"Four of us locals who rarely go far went for patio and were sat by fireplace and had a great dinner with very attentive waitress. Everything about it good. I could only get 5:45 online or wait until 7:30; then had to call to ask for patio. Then had to ask for fireplace near by but was accommodated with all of it. Very good food; we had the ribs and the sea bass. Of course sticky buns. Friend a little put off by noisier family next to us but I hardly noticed. All in all, great experience. Bar looked like fun; wraps around; husband and I may go back to watch some sport event."
Dined on 2/16/2014
"although the overall experience was lovely, we did feel that the portions were small compared to other restaurants of the same class."
Dined on 2/15/2014
"Loved the atmosphere and food! But our server was horrible. Very friendly, but sooo slow every step of the way: his initial greeting, getting our drinks, getting our food, getting our drinks again, getting our check. Maybe he was just having an off night?? Having said that we would definitely go back due to good and ambiance."
Dined on 2/15/2014

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