DESCRIPTION

Tonto Bar & Grill stands as a vibrant cornerstone of American cuisine nestled in the picturesque town of Cave Creek, Arizona. Located at 5736 E Rancho Manana Blvd, this charming eatery boasts not just a menu filled with mouth-watering options but also a stunning ambiance that beckons food lovers to dine al fresco and soak in breathtaking views.

One of the highlights of experiencing Tonto Bar & Grill is undoubtedly the outdoor patio. Guests like Anne Sexton rave about the open-air seating, especially on dazzling days when the sun casts a warm glow over the gorgeous landscape. The friendly service enhances the dining experience, with many reviews echoing sentiments of warmth and attentiveness from the staff. Guests are encouraged to sip on a crafted martini, as recommended by Anne, and do not miss out on the delightful meringue dessert—a sweet that lingers in the memory long after the last bite.

However, Tonto Bar & Grill has also faced its share of challenges, as noted by patrons such as Jessi Cali. While the restaurant’s aesthetic earns high praise, some guests have experienced delays in service and found portion sizes less satisfying given the prices. Nevertheless, first impressions can often lead to memorable culinary experiences; after all, as Jason Wagoner discovered, the charming outdoor patio can turn a meal into a delightful event, especially when enjoying the vegan offerings which include a robust Vegan Harvest Bowl rich in wholesome ingredients like couscous, spinach, and sweet potato hummus.

Importantly, Tonto Bar & Grill caters to a range of dietary preferences, featuring an extensive gluten-free menu that has won over customers including Stephen Hochreiter. With numerous options available, those with dietary restrictions can indulge without worry while still enjoying that exceptional Tonto quality.

Overall, Tonto Bar & Grill harmoniously blends excellent food, inviting atmosphere, and committed service. Whether you’re enjoying a savory meal with friends or seeking a perfect spot to relax in the sun with a cocktail, this restaurant is a deserving destination that captures the essence of community and culinary creativity in Cave Creek.

Accessibility

Wheelchair-accessible car park Wheelchair-accessible entrance Wheelchair-accessible seating Wheelchair-accessible toilet

Service options

Outdoor seating Offers delivery Offers takeaway Serves dine-in

Highlights

Fast service Fireplace Great beer selection Serves great cocktails Serves great coffee Serves great dessert Great wine list

Popular for

Popular for lunch Popular for dinner Good for solo dining

Offerings

Serves alcohol Serves beer Serves cocktails Serves coffee Serves comfort food Serves food Serves happy-hour drinks Serves happy-hour food Serves healthy options Serves small plates Serves spirits Serves vegetarian dishes Serves wine

Dining options

Serves brunch Serves lunch Serves dinner Catering Serves dessert Seating

Amenities

Bar on site Toilet

Atmosphere

Casual Cosy Romantic Trendy Upmarket

Crowd

Family friendly Good for groups LGBTQ+ friendly Popular with tourists

Planning

Brunch reservations recommended Dinner reservations recommended Accepts reservations

Payments

Accepts credit cards Accepts debit cards Accepts NFC mobile payments Credit cards

Children

Good for kids High chairs available Kids' menu

Parking

Free of charge street parking Free parking lot Plenty of parking

Pets

Dogs allowed outside

Meals And DrInks

Mocktail Watermelon Jalapeno Limeade

Fresh watermelon, lime juice, soda water, simple syrup, Tajin spiced rim

$US$8.00

Mocktail Raspberry Mint Lemonade

Raspberry-mint puree, splash of citrus soda, fresh squeezed lemonade

$US$8.00

Freshly Baked Gluten-Free Bread

Quinoa, flax, sunflower & sesame

$US$5.00

Watermelon Gazpacho

Pickled fresno chilies, tajin pepitas

$US$5.00

Golden Corn Chowder

Applewood bacon, pulled chicken, fresh thyme & Yukon gold potatoes

$US$5.00

OpenIng Hours

  • Monday
    11:00 AM - 8:00 PM
  • Tuesday
    11:00 AM - 8:00 PM
  • Wednesday
    11:00 AM - 8:00 PM
  • Thursday
    11:00 AM - 8:00 PM
  • Friday
    11:00 AM - 8:00 PM
  • Saturday
    11:00 AM - 8:00 PM
  • Sunday
    11:00 AM - 8:00 PM

LOCATION

Reviews

  • Anne Sexton

    7 months ago

    What a beautiful place to eat. If the patio is open on a beautiful day, eat out there. Nice and airy with a gorgeous view. Our service there is always so friendly. We had a wonderful waitress. I ordered a martini and it was delicious. Before you leave, make sure to get the meringue dessert.

  • Jessi Cali

    7 months ago

    My husband and I went there last night and were unfortunately treated unkindly by Jessica F and the manager. 7/14 The restaurant is really nice with very pretty views outside. The wait time to get our food did take pretty long. The serving size was a bit small for the price in my opinion. The womens bathroom was clean but extremely small.

  • Jason Wagoner

    7 months ago

    Local friends brought us here for lunch and we were not disappointed. Service was very good. Ate outside on back patio with umbrellas providing shade while road runners kept making appearances nearby. Ordered the Vegan Harvest Bowl (27) which was an immense mix of couscous, mushroom, tomato, spinach, kale, and quinoa with a sweet potato hummus on the side that was amazing. Extremely good and filling. Would absolutely order it again.

  • Stephen Hochreiter

    7 months ago

    Celiac safe gluten free!! Many choices on the GF menu & deserts.

  • Kevin McNamee

    7 months ago

    Fantastic place to eat! Friendly waiters. The food here is exceptional. Everything was perfectly cooked and the dessert was amazing. Nothing was bad. A

  • Stacie Barton

    7 months ago

    So good we went back two nights in a row! I was impressed by how many options they had, especially if you're on a special diet. They are very accommodating and even have separate vegan and gluten free menus. The chocolate brownie cake is a MUST!!

  • Brian Kloft

    7 months ago

    We had a great meal. We were a group of 9 celebrating a couple of birthdays. Our server Brooke was great. They have a number of vegan options and can give you a menu with just the vegan or gluten free options. The vegan relleno was really good and unique. The blacked tofu was very tasty.

  • Sandy A

    7 months ago

    This place is such a gem! I've only been to Tonto's a few times but everything I've tried has been delectable! Today I had the sweet potato hummus. The presentation was excellent and the taste was phenomenal! I can't wait to go back and try something else!

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