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    Black Mountain Cafe & Lounge

    3.9 (255 reviews)
    Open 6:00 am - 9:00 pm
    Updated a few days ago

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    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Outdoor seating
    Good for kids

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    Live music and bar
    Had R.

    Review for the bar, yup folks, BAR! Happened to be walking around the Sundail area at night and saw heard live music and surprised to see the coffee shop, expanded out to a full bar with food. Prices were, not cave creek. Happy Groovy Hour, 3-6pm... includes $4 drafts, $5 wines. The bar is huge, theres a lot of choice for drink, draft, beers, wine and food too. The buffalo wings smelt amazing when i walked in. Although both businesses are together, the bar area is decorated completely different and very comfortable to sit in, in a cold raining night. That night, 2 guitarists were giving a great performance, not too loud for a small venue, they took requests and played really well. I was served as soon as I sat at the bar, I could only stop for 15 mins that night and the bar tender understood and quickly severed me a couple of drinks with rhe check as requested Definitely worth heading out and checking out the café, now at night

    Migas
    Katie A.

    Decided to treat myself to a solo breakfast out since I was in the area. Super cute diner with a great patio with lots of seating. Friendly hostess and staff, quick to take my order and food came out fast. It was busy for a Monday morning! I ordered the Migas and it was tasty! The salsa was delicious and fresh. I loved the corn tortilla strips in every bite. Wish the black beans were seasoned but they were served hot. I'd definitely recommend if you're in the area!

    Shana W.

    Stopped in for the live band. It was hard to figure out if it was open seating or not, but after awhile we were able to get someone to verify. We took a cozy table outside near the back by an outside heater which was nice because I forgot my jacket and it was a bit chilly outside. Our waiter was quick to deliver our order which was just drinks and fries. He checked on us an appropriate amount of times making sure we were alright. We had a great time.

    Dedra S.

    My husband and I heard the most incredible music from across the parking lot. We were heading to Keelers Steakhouse but decided to go to Black Mountain Cafe instead. There was a group of musicians just having such a good time, just playing acoustic guitars. The music was spectacular and the musicians so friendly. We ordered dinner, sliders and two salads, so good. The waiter, Connor (also a bartender), was so funny, courteous, and attentive. We had several cocktails and the price was incredibly reasonable! We will definitely come back. What a fun place!

    Dad and his fruit cup at his fave breakfast spot.
    John T.

    Thanks BMC for always taking care of dad. This is by far his fave cave creek breakfast spot. Fruit cup, and two eggs over easy, bacon, hash browns and toast. Coffee with one Splenda, theee sugars and a boat load of creamer. Always get it right here. Special thanks to Laura and Raina and the other amazing staff members whose names escape me. Friendly and always right on time with dad's fruit cup. Grateful. We will be back.

    E I.

    INCREDIBLE! In my 62 years I have eaten out often in 22 states and 17 countries. Never had what happened today at Black Mountain happened. And what happened was really bad! My party of four and a lsweet and quiet less than 2 week old baby were THROWN OUT! Why? After waiting literally for OVER HOUR at our table to have our order taken we were told that the place was closing so we had to LEAVE! This was at 12:05 p.m. on a Monday. Again, INCREDIBLE!

    Margarita, Better after sending it back for a second try....
    Mike B.

    Went REALLY early for Happy Hour (4PM). We were the only ones there..... Got personalized attention of course. The Drinks were OK, but we had send the Margarita back and it was MUCH better the second try. I ordered a Burger with Onion rings, which were not an upgrade which is unusual, but it came out a 'few' onion rings and the rest waffle fries as they ran out(?). I do NOT eat potato fries. So after I mentioned that, they brought me Sweet Potato fries, which I do like...... They are trying hard and made it right. They are kinda new for dinner and trying hard, and they have live music some nights, so we will give them a try again!!

    Homemade biscuits!!
    Jacque C.

    I'm always pleased with my meals at this little gem- but, today I had a latte here for the first time and I was surprised by how delicious it was- one of the best coffees I've had in a long time!!

    Homemade biscuits
    Michael B.

    Cute location and great food. The service is kinda slow but still friendly. Love the outdoor seating.

    A group of us went to Black Mountain on a Thursday night. We enjoyed a few drinks and listened to two great musicians sing songs they wrote while playing the guitar. They were fabulous. We are so fortunate to have a place we can enjoy such talented musicians. Love this place!

    Huevos Rancheros
    David G.

    Huge portion of eggs Benedict. Hash browns delicious with onions. Huevos nice. Delicious Bloody Mary's. Service was awesome. Our server was great. Nice location. Worth a visit. Plan to try lunch

    Avocado n egg toast and hash browns
    Alice L.

    Black mountain cafe is always a good choice for a brunch. My husband, MIL, and I came for brunch after Pat's run for some grub. It was a bit confusing with the outdoor seating because it's first come first serve but no one is really directing and we seemed to go during a rush. I'd recommend still having the hostesses direct people where to sit especially on the weekends during busy times. I ordered the breakfast burrito, my brunch go to. It was delicious and filling. The salsa also added some needed freshness. Next time I'll probably order hashbrowns instead of the home fries but the peppers and onions were good. My husband had pancakes and it was the perfect carbo loading for him. My MIL ordered the avocado toast and hashbrowns with her egg scrambled - it also looked delicious! We'll definitely be back!

    Scrambled eggs with home fries

    What a delicious breakfast we had at BMC. Tasty and good sized portions with attentive service. Indoor and outdoor seating.

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    Everything about this place is great! Food is always good! Servers are great! We eat there a lot!

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