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El Chorro, Paradise Valley, AZ

El Chorro

4.7
4.7
6519 Reviews
$50 and over
American

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 46 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
We are delighted to welcome you to El Chorro Lodge.
**Please be advised that Sunday Brunch reservations are REQUIRED**
Please call us directly to book your holiday reservations 480-948-5170.
*No pets allowed - service animals welcomed*

Join us this festive season for Thanksgiving at El Chorro! Our menu on November 28th 2024 will be $98 for adults and $32 for children 12 and under. The three course, pre-set menu will be:

Starters -
~Roasted Butternut Squash & Granny Smith Apple Bisque
~Brussel Sprouts & Radicchio Salad

Main Course -
~Organic Turkey
~Grilled Center Cut Filet
~Pan Seared Salmon
~El Chorro Cauliflower Steak

Desserts -
~Apple Cranberry Cobbler
~Chocolate Pecan Torte
~Traditional Pumpkin Pie

Visit our website at elchorro.com for a more in-depth look at our menu and Thanksgiving to-go order form

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    American, Seafood, Steak
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sun 9:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Wed–Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (480) 948-5170
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Charles Kassels
  • Private party facilities
    Special Events: Casa Paloma can accomodate 300 guests for cocktail functions; 250 guests for dining or 200 guests with a full stage and dance floor. Private Dining: Hampton Room for 35 guests. The Gallery Room for 56 guests & Landmark Room for 60 guests. Classroom Bar up to 150 guests.
  • Neighborhood
    Paradise Valley
  • Cross street
    56th Street & Lincoln Drive
  • Parking details
    Parking Lot
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Christmas Day at El Chorro!

    $98.00 per person

    Dec 25, 2024 only
    This Christmas Day, gather your loved ones and indulge in the magic of the season with a beautifully prepared three-course dinner, crafted by our talented chef. As you step into our warm and inviting atmosphere, you'll be greeted by the stunning views of the season and the comforting glow of our fireplaces. Come enjoy the warmth of the holidays, surrounded by breathtaking views, crackling fires, and a meal that celebrates the best of the season. We look forward to making this Christmas Eve one to remember! Please call our restaurant to book your reservation: (480)948-5170 View our holiday menu at: https://elchorro.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/EC_Christmas_Spot_11.24.24_web.pdf
  • Christmas Eve at El Chorro!

    $98.00 per person

    Dec 24, 2024 only
    This Christmas Eve, gather your loved ones and indulge in the magic of the season with a beautifully prepared three-course dinner, crafted by our talented chef. As you step into our warm and inviting atmosphere, you'll be greeted by the stunning views of the season and the comforting glow of our fireplaces. Come enjoy the warmth of the holidays, surrounded by breathtaking views, crackling fires, and a meal that celebrates the best of the season. We look forward to making this Christmas Eve one to remember! Please call our restaurant to book your reservation: (480)948-5170 View our menu online at our website! https://elchorro.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/EC_Christmas_Spot_11.24.24_web.pdf

What 6,519 people are saying

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
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Scottsdale

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Scottsdale

    American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
El Chorro offers "comfortable elegance" with a classic Southwest style that consistently impresses. Guests praise its "outstanding food and service," highlighting the fried lobster appetizer as a must-try. The ambiance is "warm and charming," perfect for special occasions. Though some find prices high, many value its "consistently great experience."

6,519 Reviews
  1. Dulce

    Phoenix

    13 reviews

    3.0

    13 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 5
    We hold our company Christmas party at El Chorro every year, and it’s always a highlight for us. The food, drinks, and service are consistently excellent, which is why we keep coming back. This year, the food and drinks were just as amazing as always, and the bussers were attentive, ensuring we had water and other amenities. However, the service from our waitress fell short of the high standard we’ve come to expect. When we first arrived, one of my colleagues picked up a menu that featured breakfast and brunch options. Since we were there for dinner, they asked the waitress if it was the correct menu. Her response came across as annoyed, simply replying, “Yeah.” When we joked about having breakfast for dinner, she finally realized the confusion and brought us the correct menus. It felt like a small misunderstanding, but her initial tone and lack of attentiveness made the interaction less welcoming. While we thoroughly enjoyed the food, the service from the waitress didn’t match the usual warmth and professionalism that El Chorro is known for. We hope to see this improve next year to make the experience as perfect as it’s been in the past.
    El ChorroResponded 5 days ago
    Dear Dulce, We are sorry that your visit this time did not meet all of your expectations, especially considering your positive past experiences with us. Your feedback is important in helping us identify areas for improvement, and we will address the issues you encountered. You were right to expect great service from our team, and we're disappointed you did not receive that. We appreciate that you took the time to write this detailed review, and we will use your comments to improve. Thank you for reviewing our restaurant, and we would love for you to return and enjoy the hospitality we are known for. Warm Regards, The Management Team at El Chorro

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  2. Rebecca

    VIP

    Hawaii

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A wonderful place for brunch. Omelet was extremely tasty, and big enough to take half home for dinner. Sticky buns are everyone's favorite. Wait staff kept coffee mugs full without asking. And birthday dessert was a flourless chocolate extra. Ask for a quiet table if anyone is hard of hearing.
    El ChorroResponded 5 days ago
    Dear Rebecca, The Sticky Buns are everyone's favorite; it's true! We are so glad you enjoyed everything else, as well. We take pride in all of our menu items and our service associates. Don't forget you can also get our El Chorro Sticky Buns to go. Thank you for your kind comments of El Chorro, and we look forward to exceeding your expectations again. Warm Regards, The Management Team at El Chorro

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  3. Jacqueline

    VIP

    Milwaukee

    30 reviews

    5.0

    30 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Sunday brunch on the patio is always a treat. The Salmon Benedict was delicious and the sticky buns are to die for!
    El ChorroResponded 5 days ago
    Dear Jacqueline, We appreciate your generous review and particularly for mentioning how much you enjoyed sitting outside on our patio with the beautiful views of Camelback Mountain. We're so glad you loved everything, especially the Sticky Buns! We are beginning to think our guests are only joining us for the Sticky Buns and not for our award-winning, carefully prepared menu selections. Remember, we do offer them to go anytime. Thank you so much for dining with us at El Chorro, and we hope you will think of us whenever you visit Paradise Valley. Warm Regards, The Management Team at El Chorro

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  4. barbara

    VIP

    Los Angeles

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I wish they would bring back the pork chili Verde and the green sauce that they always used to serve with their omelettes. Also, they need to change their coffee. It is very bitter.
    El ChorroResponded 5 days ago
    Dear Barbara, We are very proud of the high-quality food we serve; however, we apologize that you did not like some of our menu items. We will speak with our culinary team about your concerns as we continually strive to improve. Thank you for dining with us, and we would love to have you return and give our menu another try. We know you will have a wonderful experience. Warm Regards, The Management Team at El Chorro

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  5. Mari

    Phoenix

    20 reviews

    5.0

    20 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was delicious and service attentive. We go to El Chorro for special occasions and it did not disappoint. When restaurant gets busy it can be challenging to hear your dinner companions. Otherwise very nice.
    El ChorroResponded 5 days ago
    Dear Mari, We are glad you had a great time with us and that you loved our intuitive associate. We believe we have the best team in Paradise Valley, and we are thrilled that you enjoyed our cuisine as well as our warm hospitality. Our culinary team works very hard to ensure that each dish is new, fresh, and just right every time. Thank you for the fantastic review of El Chorro and for visiting us on special occasions; we hope you will return soon. Warm Regards, The Management Team at El Chorro

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  6. Kelcey

    VIP

    Phoenix

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a holiday dinner with another couple and it was our first time there. We had a lovely evening starting with drinks at the bar and dinner out in the beautiful courtyard. The fire was burning and headlamps were fired up so we were very comfortable! Joe was an amazing server and we had the best time! More importantly, my husband happened to leave his wallet on the table and we were able to safely retrieve it the next day and nothing was amiss!
    El ChorroResponded 2 days ago
    Dear Kelcey, Thank you for your generous review and particularly for mentioning how much you enjoyed sitting outside on our patio with the beautiful views of Camelback Mountain. We are glad you specifically mentioned Joe; he is a great asset, and we will gladly pass along your compliments. Excellent service is just one component of the El Chorro dining experience, so we are very pleased that we met your expectations. Thank you for dining with us at El Chorro, and we hope you will think of us whenever you visit Paradise Valley. Warm Regards, The Management Team at El Chorro

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  7. Joe

    VIP

    Atlanta Metro

    7 reviews

    4.0

    7 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Nice place with great food and service but very cold since they have their doors and windows open.
    El ChorroResponded 6 days ago
    Dear Joe, What a delight for us to read your comments! We enjoy offering our guests a simple, elegant atmosphere combined with delicious food served by our devoted staff. We have also noted your feedback regarding the temperature to ensure we provide a comfortable environment for all guests. It was our pleasure having you at El Chorro, and we hope to see you again soon. Warm Regards, The Management Team at El Chorro

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  8. Keith

    VIP

    Phoenix

    66 reviews

    5.0

    66 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great dinner - we had the pork chop and the short ribs. Vicki, our waitress, was nice and attentive, but not hovering.
    El ChorroResponded 6 days ago
    Dear Keith, We are pleased to read about your recent visit to El Chorro and how fantastic your experience was! We are delighted you specifically mentioned Vicki. She is a great asset, and we will enjoy passing along your compliments. Thank you also for mentioning how much you enjoyed the pork chop and the short ribs. These are definitely the guest's favorites! Our culinary staff strives to ensure that each of our dishes are fresh and just right every time. Thank you again for telling us about your visit; we look forward to seeing you soon. Warm Regards, The Management Team at El Chorro

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  9. Doug

    Jacksonville

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food and great atmosphere. Worth every penny.
    El ChorroResponded 6 days ago
    Dear Doug, Thank you for dining with us and sharing your review. Since El Chorro first opened, we have strived to make our name synonymous with a fantastic dining experience, and we are delighted to know you enjoyed our comfortable atmosphere and amazing food. We look forward to serving you again! Warm Regards, The Management Team at El Chorro

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  10. Professor Craig

    London

    20 reviews

    5.0

    20 reviews

    Dined on December 8, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    El Chorro is usually treat and it was especially nice today. We took two out of two guests to brunch. Both loved the setting, of course. But they also complemented the food - breakfast hash, eggs Benedict, huevos ranchero, and a burger - all relatively simple dishes prepared with more panache than usual. Special note for our server, Tai (sp?) who was attentive without being obtrusive. My only complaint is that I ate too much!
    El ChorroResponded on December 9, 2024
    Dear Valued Guest, As one of the oldest restaurants here in Arizona, we have worked hard to create the perfect dining experience over the years. Eating local, fresh food while enjoying our attentive service is our specialty, and we are happy that you loved your time with us. Your generous comments will be shared with our team, especially Tai. Thank you for the wonderful review of El Chorro, and we look forward to welcoming you back soon. Warm Regards, The Management Team at El Chorro

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FAQs

El Chorro does offer delivery in partnership with Uber Eats.

El Chorro is rated 4.7 stars by 6519 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 46 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for El Chorro

5550 E Lincoln Dr., Paradise Valley, AZ 85253

Additional information

  • Cross street
    56th Street & Lincoln Drive
  • Neighborhood
    Paradise Valley
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sun 9:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Wed–Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    American, Seafood, Steak
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Parking Lot
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Charles Kassels
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (480) 948-5170
  • Private party facilities
    Special Events: Casa Paloma can accomodate 300 guests for cocktail functions; 250 guests for dining or 200 guests with a full stage and dance floor. Private Dining: Hampton Room for 35 guests. The Gallery Room for 56 guests & Landmark Room for 60 guests. Classroom Bar up to 150 guests.
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