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Tonto Bar & Grill (Lunch reservations not required, excluding holidays), Cave Creek, AZ

Tonto Bar & Grill (Lunch reservations not required, excluding holidays)

4.7 (4509)
$30 and under
American
5736 E. Rancho Mañana Blvd., Cave Creek, AZ 85331

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 23 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
Tonto Bar & Grill: A Taste of Native Arizona
Please Note: If your desired time is not available, please phone 480-488-0698 as table availability changes often due to cancellations or inclement weather. Online reservations from 11 - 4 are unavailable for parties of less than 6. Walk Ins accepted.
Enjoy American Southwestern cuisine featuring salads, sandwiches, pasta, fresh seafood, mesquite-grilled steaks, and house-made desserts. One menu is served all day. Tonto Bar & Grill, gives diners a view of modern desert life with a peek into the past. The restaurant sits on what was once Native American land and later used as a stopover camp for the U.S. Cavalry, and the building itself was part of the prestigious Rancho Mañana dude ranch. It’s chock-full of the charm of earlier eras, displaying ranching implements, vintage 1940s photos and original architecture. Today, friendly service, fine casual cuisine, and comfortable atmosphere combine for a rustic yet upscale dinin

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Southwest, Seafood
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Daily 11:00 am–8:00 pm Happy Hour Daily 2:30 pm–5:30 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Kurtis Purdy
  • Catering
    Tonto Bar and Grill has proudly and successfully hosted and catered special events in the Valley for more than 27 years. No matter how small or large your event, you can rely on us as an experienced partner to dazzle your guests as well as ensure a smooth experience for the organizers. Whether you’re thinking of hosting a business function or celebrating a family event, we would be delighted to cater to your needs. For inquiries on private events, please call our catering specialist at 480-488-0698 or fill out our contact form at https://tontobarandgrill.com/private-dining/general-information
  • Private party facilities
    Tonto Bar & Grill can host your private dining experience in our cozy Grill Room, Cocktail Patio, Main Dining Room, Upper Patio, and Lower Patio. We’ll create a custom menu to suit your tastes and work with you on making sure the event is memorable and delightful. For inquiries on private events, please call our catering specialist at 480-488-0698 or fill out our contact form at https://tontobarandgrill.com/private-dining/general-information/
  • Neighborhood
    Cave Creek
  • Cross street
    Cave Creek Rd.
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Easter Sunday

    $85.00 per person

    Apr 5, 2026 only
    $85 per guest /$30 for children ages 5-12. All prices subject to tax. Also serving Gluten-Free, Vegetarian and Vegan Menu options.
  • Mother's Day

    $85.00 per person

    May 10, 2026 only
    $85 per person 4 course, $30 per person children under 10
  • Thanksgiving

    $85.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    $85 per person

What 4,509 people are saying

Tonto Bar & Grill (Lunch reservations not required, excluding holidays) reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Scottsdale

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Scottsdale

    American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Tonto Bar & Grill is a "hidden gem" in Cave Creek, offering consistently "excellent" food and service in a beautiful setting. Enjoy local favorites like ribeye steaks and walleye, complemented by "friendly and efficient" staff. The outdoor patio offers stunning views, making it a "favorite" for both locals and visitors alike.
4,509 Reviews
  1. Peter VIP

    Seattle / Eastern Washington70 reviews

    5.0

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We were celebrating our Granddaughter's 16th BD, dinner, drinks and service was excellent. Thank you to Rose for making this a special night.

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  2. Lora VIP

    Denver / Colorado14 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Took out of town friends and had a great meal. Noise level was getting pretty high when we were done so glad we went early!

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  3. David VIP

    Phoenix / Arizona8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Another wonderful evening at Tonto. I brought two friends with me that night. One who hadn't been for a few months and another visiting from Sedona. Service at Tonto is always consistently good. Servers are friendly and efficient and around but not on top of you. We were all feeling carnivore-like that night and chef recommended ribeye's. He sold us on the local sourcing and local feeding of them and man, was he right. Tender and delicious when paired with his blue cheese butter mix on top. We kept it simple with a glass of wine and just the three steaks. All were impressed and I felt like a hero for bringing them to Tonto. This is the place for locals and visitors alike. always recommend.

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  4. Barb

    San Francisco Bay Area4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food! Dining room was very warm. Assumed issues with their AC. Service was fantastic and food was delicious

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  5. Tom

    California Central Coast30 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 21, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Tonto. Grill is always excellent. Have been going for over 25 years and always a great experience. Good selection of food and drink. Wait staff are excellent and many have been there for years.

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  6. Darla

    Phoenix / Arizona7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 20, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food! Beautiful place Great service favorite place

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  7. Nannette VIP

    Phoenix / Arizona33 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 17, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Started off with the appetizer special; four large bacon wrapped shrimp which were amazing. It came with this tasty pineapple slaw. This item needs to be on the menu permanently! My husband had the ribeye and loved it. He is not a veggie lover, but he ate every snap pea on the plate! I had the chicken tacos, which are always good. It was his birthday, so they brought out a great dessert. Service was wonderful. Tonto is one of my favorite places in Town.

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  8. cindy VIP

    Phoenix / Arizona3 reviews

    1.0

    Dined on June 16, 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 1
    We sat by a window and all the flies just ruined our experience. All else was fine.

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  9. Julie

    Phoenix / Arizona3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent meal in a beautiful setting. We appreciated the quality of all dishes, including appetizers.

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  10. Noel VIP

    San Diego12 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always consistent quality and friendly service. They brought a birthday dessert for my husband.

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FAQs

Tonto Bar & Grill (Lunch reservations not required, excluding holidays) offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (480) 488-0698.

Tonto Bar & Grill (Lunch reservations not required, excluding holidays) is rated 4.7 stars by 4509 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 23 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Tonto Bar & Grill (Lunch reservations not required, excluding holidays)

5736 E. Rancho Mañana Blvd., Cave Creek, AZ 85331

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Cave Creek Rd.
  • Neighborhood
    Cave Creek
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Daily 11:00 am–8:00 pm Happy Hour Daily 2:30 pm–5:30 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Southwest, Seafood
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Kurtis Purdy
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
  • Catering
    Tonto Bar and Grill has proudly and successfully hosted and catered special events in the Valley for more than 27 years. No matter how small or large your event, you can rely on us as an experienced partner to dazzle your guests as well as ensure a smooth experience for the organizers. Whether you’re thinking of hosting a business function or celebrating a family event, we would be delighted to cater to your needs. For inquiries on private events, please call our catering specialist at 480-488-0698 or fill out our contact form at https://tontobarandgrill.com/private-dining/general-information
  • Private party facilities
    Tonto Bar & Grill can host your private dining experience in our cozy Grill Room, Cocktail Patio, Main Dining Room, Upper Patio, and Lower Patio. We’ll create a custom menu to suit your tastes and work with you on making sure the event is memorable and delightful. For inquiries on private events, please call our catering specialist at 480-488-0698 or fill out our contact form at https://tontobarandgrill.com/private-dining/general-information/
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