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English Rose Tea Room
Price: Expensive•Afternoon Tea•4.8(1,216)Situated in the heart of beautiful Carefree, Arizona, the English Rose Tea Room provides an exquisite “Afternoon Tea” experience. Try a scone with Devon Cream, or our Formal Afternoon Tea, or simply a delicious vegetarian quiche …there is something for every discerning tea lover’s palate. The interior of the Tea Room boasts sumptuous floral decor, bejeweled chairs and pink velvet banquette seating, crystal chandeliers and beautiful bone china tea sets. An extensive lunch menu, a beautifully appointed outdoor patio (with misters and/or heaters) and a gorgeous gift store, makes the English Rose Tea Room a “Must Do” when coming to Carefree, Arizona.Troon North Dynamite Grille
Price: Moderate•Contemporary American•4.8(415)Nestled amidst the stunning desert landscape of Scottsdale, the Dynamite Grille at Troon North Golf Club offers a culinary oasis with its vibrant, contemporary menu. Overlooking the 18th hole of the pinnacle course, this relaxed yet refined restaurant is perfect for golfers and non-golfers alike to savor fresh, flavorful dishes throughout the day. From a hearty breakfast to energize your morning, a satisfying lunch to refuel midday, to a delightful dinner to unwind after a long day, the Dynamite grille serve up an exceptional dining experience with breathtaking views and a welcoming atmosphere. Adding to the allure, we offer a lively happy hour and engaging theme nights throughout the week, ensuring there's always something exciting happening at the Dynamite Grille. Join us with friends and family to enjoy the surrounding Sonoran desert, sunset, and wildlife.
Venue's Cafe
Price: Expensive•American•4.7(365)Located directly across from the Town Center Park, Venues offers Contemporary American Cuisine with comfort food selections. The rustic interior is defined by rich finishes of brick, copper, wood and stone. The freshest ingredients are combined to produce recipes that are creative and affordable. Sit by our Copper fireplace and well-stocked wine cellar. It is in this setting that guests enjoy the finer things in life, which include great drinks, boutique wines, craft beer on draught, HDTV and marvelous food.
Speaking of eats, the offerings run the gamut, from small plates of deviled eggs with bacon jam, crab cakes, Mexican shrimp cocktail, wonderful specialty salads including our best loved Southwest chicken sald to dinner entrees of Prime Cut Filet Mignon, Bacon Wrapped Shrimp, and Venues special Chicken Schnitzel with lingonberries. Hearing about events at Venues is easy with our VIP email updates, join today.Terras Restaurant
Price: Expensive•Contemporary American•4.7(331)
An inviting and contemporary atmosphere greets guests at Terras, set against the backdrop of the beautiful Sonoran Desert. Intentionally designed for guests to linger and connect, each need carefully anticipated before the next. Terras features a multi-course menu full to the brim of vibrant, inventive regional fare, showcasing freshness, vigor, flavor and adventure in equal measure. At the heart of Terras lies our wood burning oven, uniquely coaxing the flavors of the land to truly show themselves, as they are, naturally. The seasonally resonant menu at Terras is made even more memorable with the addition of its mindful mixologists, extensive biodynamic wine list and insanely delicious desserts.
Terras bar focuses on seasonal craft cocktails and features an extensive list of natural, bio-dynamic and organic wines.
The Grill at The Boulders Resort
Price: Moderate•American•4.3(538)Located at the award-winning Boulders Golf Course and overlooking the lush fairways of the 18th greens. The Grill offers a warm and inviting atmosphere, featuring an All-American menu, with great burgers, mouth-watering salads and sandwiches at lunch, and succulent appetizers and traditional favorite entrées for dinner. The lounge's casual ambiance is the perfect spot for an early morning breakfast and for relaxing after a day on the course. The dining room is a cozy atmosphere with attentive service. Open daily.Palo Verde at The Boulders Resort
Price: Expensive•French American•3.7(388)The stylish southwestern Palo Verde restaurant at the Boulders Resort is a popular stop that isn’t just for resort guests, but for local residents and visitors alike. Comfortably casual with warm décor in colors inspired by the desert setting and breathtaking views of the resort’s 6th fairway, the legendary south golf course, with scenic duck pond and dramatic rock landscape.
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- ECElliotCPhoenix / Arizona •2 reviews5.0Dined todayGreat food, friendly service. Everyone enjoyed their pasta, we also split a pizza. Would 100% come back and get other items too. Gelato to end the night was perfect.More infoPizzicataPrice: Moderate• Pizzeria• Carefree•4.8
- CCandy1 review5.0Dined 2 days agoDelicious food. Love the vibe. The best veggie vegan burger I’ve ever had. Freshly made and not frozen. More infoKiki Rae'sPrice: Expensive• Seafood• Cave Creek•4.7
- TTravisPhoenix / Arizona •4 reviews5.0Dined 4 days agoAshley is amazing! Great food! The best filet over the expensive Steak houses! Ashley is amazing !More infoTonto Bar & Grill (Lunch reservations not required, excluding holidays)Price: Moderate• American• Cave Creek•4.7
- FFlavioPhoenix / Arizona •1 review5.0Dined 4 days agoExcellent service/attention and wonderful steaks as always.More infoKeeler's Neighborhood SteakhousePrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• Carefree•4.7
- SSarahLos Angeles •3 reviews5.0Dined on Jun 14, 2025Great food, great service, live music. We would definitely come back!More infoOfrendaPrice: Moderate• Traditional Mexican• Cave Creek•4.7
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Don't be fooled by Carefree's name--the town of over 3,000 residents does, in fact, care about quite a few things. Among these things, as visitors will attest, is quality food. Carefree boasts a wide variety of meals for every mood. Italian, Indian, Chinese, French, Mexican restaurants and more are all featured in Carefree, and as you'd expect, each of these establishments offers both fantastic food and excellent customer service. What really showcases Carefree is its selection of grilled meats. Countless state-of-the-art eateries expertly cook cuts of steak, thick burgers, moist chicken, tender roast beef, and other select meats. For lighter fare, a nourishing bowl of Po Taek soup or ginger sea bass curry adds delicious variety. Just be sure to save some room for statewide specialties, including red chile stew and pozole.
Frequently asked questions
Healthy restaurants located in Carefree include Terras Restaurant, Venue's Cafe and Giordano's Trattoria Romana Italian Restaurante
Restaurants with gluten-free options in Carefree are Giordano's Trattoria Romana Italian Restaurante, English Rose Tea Room and Terras Restaurant
Bottomless brunch in Carefree is available at English Rose Tea Room, Venue's Cafe and Palo Verde at The Boulders Resort
The most romantic restaurant in Carefree is English Rose Tea Room
Restaurants in Carefree with a great view include English Rose Tea Room, Troon North Dynamite Grille and Keeler's Neighborhood Steakhouse
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