Top Outdoor Patio Dining Options at Tlaquepaque
Wendy Lippman • March 16, 2018
Forty-six years ago Abe Miller, visionary and founder of Tlaquepaque
imagined a bustling arts village rich in south-of-the-border culture that brought the community together through festivals and family-friendly events. As the village has evolved, so have the options for exceptional dining experiences. Patio dining is in full swing and it’s the perfect time of year to be outside, shaded under the coolness of the giant sycamore trees or colorful umbrellas. Dinner at Tlaquepaque under the stars with moonlight squeezing through the enormous sycamore canopy is a marvel to experience!
Whether it’s elegant bistro dining at René, tapas and margaritas at El Rincon, handcrafted beers and BBQ ribs at Oak Creek Brewery and Grill, delicious summer salads and grilled paninis at Secret Garden Café, or exceptional brunches, fabulous coffees and a fun eclectic menu at the new Pump House Eatery, it’s all here for your dining pleasure.
Enter the Secret Garden Café and find yourself in a shimmering, dappled light setting that envelops you in lush greenery. Sit alongside fragrant flower beds and a cool grassy oasis under abundant shade from towering pines. If just sitting there is quite therapeutic, then the healthy fresh cuisine is beyond nurturing. Offering a sumptuous menu of creatively prepared fresh ingredients, with gluten free and vegan selections as well, the Secret Garden Café is the perfect choice for breakfast, lunch or dinner. Specializing in soups, gourmet salads, sandwiches and famous Quesa “Divas” and much more, be sure to consider a gloriously sinful dessert item. And check out the specialty Kona coffees, teas, juices, wines and beer.
Suite F101 • 203.9564
René Restaurant has been a Tlaque-paque fine-dining favorite since 1977 when it was one of only two restaurants in town. The menu at this elegant European-inspired restaurant is a blend of Continental Cuisine coupled with a hint of a classic French influence introduced some twenty-five years ago by original owner/chef René Baudat. For wine lovers René is exceptional. Wine Spectator has given René the “Award of Excellence” since 2003. The wine list is impressive with over 165 different labels, old and new world offerings, with expanded French, South African and California vintages. Cradled in an intimate shaded courtyard with plenty of bistro tables, a special summer afternoon menu served from 2:30 to 5:00 for patio patrons has just the right balance.
Suite B118 • 282.9225
Suite B118 • 282.9225
Oak Creek Brewery & Grill
Oak Creek Brewery and Grill in Tlaquepaque is known for its award-winning premium brews, brewed on site and stored in highly polished, custom copper serving tanks behind its classic oak bar. The fabulous brews, big cozy booths, wood-fired pizza oven, high-energy open kitchen, and fantastic views, makes it the perfect gathering place for Sedona visitors, family and returning friends. Its popular second story patio with red rock views has bar style seating around the patio perimeter, a larger central table and smaller two-person tables that create an intimate, protected outdoor space that fills up quickly.
Suite D201 • 282.3300
Suite D201 • 282.3300
The Pump House is a Sedona locals favorite, and for good reason. With its rustic retro urban vibe, the place feels immediately familiar. The staff is super friendly and relaxed and there are two great options for patio dining. Try the tables and high tops under the cozy front porch or head to the back patio dining area where bar seating faces an oasis of green grass and giant sycamores. Coffees are first class as are the sinful pastries, if you’re on the go. Brunch fare is unexpectedly delicious and lunches and dinners hit the mark always. Craft beers and specialty wines with a full bar while enjoying the great outdoors is simply the best.
Suite D10 • 862.4141
Suite D10 • 862.4141
El Rincon Restaurante Mexicano
El Rincon is a Tlaquepaque icon.
Intimate and charming, the ambience is warm and friendly with a soothing and colorful décor. The outside patio is shaded by big bright umbrellas and is the perfect setting for casual dining. Serving traditional Mexican food with Navajo influences, El Rincon’s “Arizona Style” is truly unique. Chimichangas, the house specialty, are made with sopapilla masa folded around beef, chicken, shrimp or green chili and beans. They are then deep fried and served enchilada style with Spanish rice and beans, or a sumptuous guacamole salad. Sundays through Tuesdays, El Rincon celebrates “Flamenco Music in the Courtyard” featuring Gaetano, Spanish guitar master, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., through the summer months, weather permitting. Treat yourself to tapas or your favorite beverage from their patio bar.
Suite A112 • 282.4648
Tlaquepaque, also aptly referred to as The Art and Soul of Sedona , is located at 336 State Route 179 in Sedona, Arizona. For more information check out tlaq.com or 928-282-4838.
A TRIBUTE TO MEXICAN ART & CULTURE SATURDAY, MAY 6 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
THE ART OF CELEBRATION & REMEMBRANCE OCTOBER 29 - NOVEMBER 2 11:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Although the pandemic continues, Tlaquepaque is moving forward with the planning for this year's Day of the Dead festivities. We are evaluating the current health situtation daily and value the safety of our guests, merchants, and community. We ask that you check our website at tlaq.com/events before October 27 to monitor updates. Tlaquepaque is an open-air venue; however, all attendees will need to manage social distancing and masking accordingly.
Events at Tlaquepaque are made all the more memorable by the event planning and food the guests enjoy. Whether attending an engagement party or wedding, the beauty of Tlaquepaque’s architecture and grounds is enhanced when the guest’s culinary experience is as artful and delightful as the surroundings. Here are a couple of our exclusive vendors who make that possible.
Tune in this FRIDAY, DECEMBER 4 @ 5:30 P.M. to watch our annual tree-lighting ceremony being held this year on TLAQUEPAQUE'S FACEBOOK PAGE . Santa Claus will join us for this pre-recorded event and the Mayor of Sedona will light the twenty-six foot traditional Christmas Tree on display at Tlaquepaque North. Event is co-sponsored by the Sedona Oak Creek Chamber of Commerce. FOR MORE INFORMATION VISIT OR CALL tlaq.com (928) 282-4838
Tlaquepaque Arts and Shopping Village has provided the perfect setting for south of the border fiestas, festivals, and cultural extravaganzas for the last four decades. Unfortunately, this year we are dealing with the unprecedented COVID pandemic and must pause our highly attended Day of the Dead celebration. There's good news though! Our annual Marigold Mural project is back this year with a NEW SAFE AND EXCITING FORMAT. Join us on Wednesday, November 4 through Saturday, November 7, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. in Calle Independencia. This project is unique to Tlaquepaque and an artful way to remember your loved ones. The artist Lovejoy will be in attendance again this year, handing out markers as she guides and answers questions regarding the mural and your contributions. Face masks and sanitizer will also be available for those who need them.
The Micro-Wedding Plan a bite-sized version of a traditional wedding and celebrate with 50 or fewer of your closest friends and family. Usually, a shorter timeline (3 hours instead of 5), these intimate events still include a ceremony and celebration with flowers, cake, music, and more, and can be designed to your liking. Bonuses: More time to spend with each of your guests A more affordable solution or an opportunity to allocate money to the things you care about the most (you no longer have 150 people coming, so you can spend more money on your dress!) Less to plan and manage which can mean less stress For the eco-conscious, a smaller carbon footprint
Since you can't come to us to celebrate Cinco de Mayo this year, we're bringing memories of past celebrations to you. Enjoy!
JOIN US TOMORROW TO CELEBRATE CINCO DE MAYO WITH GAETANO ON FACEBOOK LIVE!
