Experience AZ magazine is Arizona’s go-to travel and adventure guide, showcasing the best places to eat, stay, shop, explore and experience across the state. Here are five must-try Sedona restaurants, as featured in the latest issue of Experience AZ.
Mariposa
Mariposa is exceptional, and you feel it when you arrive. The restaurant is atop a scenic bluff surrounded by red rock canyons. Thirteen-foot-tall gates are flanked by four fire-wok butterfly globes that guide guests to the entrance of the terrace that surrounds the 23-foot-tall floor-to-ceiling windows of the main dining room. The cuisine speaks as loud as the stunning architecture. To create a Latin-inspired menu Chef Lisa Dahl traveled extensively throughout Argentina, Chile and Uruguay. She cooked and trained with multiple chefs and enriched herself with the culture, cuisin, and wines. This experience inspired much of the cuisine, wines and cocktails of Mariposa today.
The most awarded fine dining restaurant in Sedona, Dahl & Di Luca Ristorante Italiano has been serving noteworthy meals for 30 years. Chef Lisa Dahl utilizes the highest quality purveyors, organically grown produce and sources wild-caught seafood from areas practicing sustainability. In addition to fine Italian fare, enjoy Dahl & Di Luca’s extensive wine selection.
At Pisa Lisa, Chef Lisa Dahl serves up thin crust pizzas the delicate flavors that are sure to satisfy all. Arizona-grown, all-natural organic products are used for a wide variety of unique tapas plates, healthy salads, panini sandwiches and Lisa Pisa’s famous Tuscan Tomato Bisque Soup. From gluten-free, vegetarian and vegan options, Pisa Lisa is everybody’s favorite spot.
Costa invites visitors on an unforgettable culinary journey through modern Latin cuisine, led by renowned Chef Roberto Madrid. Costa blends the flavors of Latin America with contemporary flair to create an unmatched experience. Guests can enjoy signature dishes like Costa’s ceviche or sip on handcrafted cocktails, while enjoying views of the red rocks from the patio.
Elote Cafe’s authentic Mexican cuisine is inspired by chef and owner Jeff Smedstad’s 20-plus years of travel across Oaxaca, Veracruz, Puebla and his native Arizona roots. Overlooking the scenic Red Rocks of Sedona, Elote Cafe features seasonal, locally-grown ingredients and a handpicked cocktail menu highlighted by the finest tequilas and mezcal. Elote Cafe is award-winning and a Sedona must-visit.
