Well, three of us were out a motorcycle ride this morning. I decided to ride up to Tonto Basin to butchers Hook restaurant. Haven't been there in a couple years. Don't know why I guess I just don't get up that way that often perfect day to be on the Bike stopped in and had a little breakfast. I had steak and eggs a friend of mine and she had steak and eggs and her husband had eggs and bacon and sausage and biscuits everyone had a delicious meal was made. Perfect just the way we wanted it. Our waitress was awesome. I don't know if you call them waitresses or food servers. I don't mean to be demeaning either way she was awesome. Either way I saw a place I saw a hole in the wall check it out I think you'll enjoy it if you're up that way. read more

Butchers Hook Restaurant - American Near Me - Tonto Basin, Arizona

Good restaurant and great food. Service took a while but I can't fault them as it was a busy Memorial Day weekend. Our server was very kind and sat us outside with our dog. The overall feel was nice and she seemed very happy to serve us on an early Monday morning during the rush! read more

Small town diner style restaurant with good service. Good food and good people it's our go to food place when we go to the lake

I love, love love this restaurant. The food is delicious, their homemade pies are to die for and their staff are hometown sweet. I highly recommend stopping there for breakfast, lunch or dinner. You will not be disappointed. read more

Location; great little spot off hwy 188, we were on our way back into town and found this little spot and stopped off for breakfast. Food; Yummy traditional plate with egg, bacon, potatoes and toast. Everything was fresh and cooked to order. Service; Super friendly staff, never had an empty cup of coffee. read more

Butchers Hook Restaurant - American Near Me - Tonto Basin, Arizona

Chicken fried steak. Full stop. Chicken fried steak. Absolutely fantastic! Always come here when I'm m fishing or hunting in the area. Exactly what I need at the end of the day. It's perfect. read more

Amazing food, super friendly and hospitable wait staff. I love coming here and seeing their daily specials posted right when you enter. I haven't tried anything on the menu that I didn't like. read more

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I stumbled in here overly hungry on a Friday only to find out it was Fish Fry Friday. Score! The cod was properly coated and fried and the hushpuppies had a little jalapeno kick. The fries were piping hot and the coleslaw was very nicely balance. Fresh rolls are served on the table with butter and meals can be topped off with a variety of fresh pies. We choose the peach! Meals are about 12.50-14.00 and pie is about 4.00. I love little dives like this in the middle of nowhere and this place is sure to satisfy your cravings. If you are too full from your meal, take the pie home or back to camp, it's worth it! Say hi to Butchers Hookers, they love their fishing. read more

We invaded this restaurant 20 of us at once The awesome worker's weee up to the challenge . The food was great and service top notch. Will definitely go back on a day trip to eat here. read more

Butchers Hook Restaurant - American Near Me - Tonto Basin, Arizona

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Ate here several times while staying at the adjacent RV park. We both tried the Fish Basket, four massive half-bricks of cod, fries, and slaw, done just right (I had to box one home, something I never do). The chicken-fried steak was a hamburg patty, with instant potatoes (not our favorite) and some tasty cowboy caviar (bean/veggie mix). Even though my ideal Reuben is corned beef, their pastrami version was taste perfection. We plan on sampling their chorizo burrito before pulling out. Friday night service was hectic, and overwhelmed the three servers on staff, our only negative experience. read more

Butchers Hook Restaurant - the outside of the restaurant - American Near Me - Tonto Basin, Arizona

Delicious food. I ate the chicken fried steak or chicken. I can't recall, but it was so delicious! One of the best I've ever eaten. Mashed potatoes and gravy was flavorful. My boys ate from their children's menus (chicken tenders) and they loved them. I had a bite of their chicken tenders and the chicken was tender. I had my in-laws visiting from France and they were impressed with the food. The young lady who was the server was so sweet and fun (we came on a Saturday evening). We live in Carefree, but the next time we are in the area, we plan to return. read more

The food was amazing and the staff were so nice and funny. We know now what it's so busy. I am going back in June. Love this place

We have been going there for lunch or breakfast about every other week. Today is the last day. The food was fine service was fine. Prices have gone out of control. $24 for one sandwich amd 2 side salads that consisted of 2 cherry tomatoes 2 slices of cucumber. Lettuce a little cheese. and water to drink. Is ridiculous. Normally @15. So this is the end of going back to butcher hook. I am sad to say, I have gone to much higher class establishments and never paid this. The waitress said they have raised the prices and the manager said that is the way it is. So ok then they don't need my business read more

Stopped in on my way to Apache lake for work. Was greeted by the super friendly server. Got the Chicken Fried steak, in was one of the best ones I have had. Super fast for the food to come out. Definitely will be back. read more

Pretty awesome place to have breakfast, lunch, or dinner. Great food & friendly service make this a go to place for sure.

I love the biscuits and gravy as this place is as home-style as it gets. Try the grits, pancakes or omelets and prepare for a feast. Perfect for you UTV guys riding over Four Peaks or you bikers riding the loop. The BLT is an underrated delight as well. Try the Butcher's Hook Restaurant on your next trip through Tonto Basin. read more

Butchers Hook Restaurant - American Near Me - Tonto Basin, Arizona

Always good food and friendly service. Server had a lot of nice things to say about the owners/management.

Empty parking lot, walked in, sat down for 20 minutes and never had anyone come to my table or take my order while staff were laughing and telling stories. Only 1 other patron in the restaurant, wasn't busy at all. read more

Fun burger place to try. We drove over the backside of four peaks into tonto basin. About 3 miles on hardtop to get their. Sat in the bar, great service!!! read more

Thoroughly enjoyed the Reuben sandwich and mouth watering fires. Excellent customer service as well. Not one complaint. read more

Butchers Hook Restaurant - Rueben sandwich with fries. LEGIT!!!! - American Near Me - Tonto Basin, Arizona

God food, and a true locals place to eat. Nice people

We have been going to the "Hook" for many years. It has recently sold and the new owners have not been able to keep it as it was in the past. Our meal yesterday was ok. The fish platter was average. Too many green peppers in the coleslaw and even the tarter sauce. The cost is very expensive. Will most likely find other places to eat out when in the area or just stay at home and grill. read more

Great food at a great price. Everything is made in house and is delicious. The staff are all very friendly and accommodating. Make sure you try their pies. You won't be disappointed. read more

Gotta Love Butcher Hook in Tonto Basin Down home, Old West, friendly staff, huge portions, lots of menu choices and good food. That about says it all. We've been for breakfast and lunch, although Butcher Hook also serves dinner with prime rib available on the weekends. Biscuits and gravy is one of my favorite breakfasts and Butcher Hook does it up right. The biscuits are made on site, flaky and tender. The gravy actually has bits of pork sausage, most gravies don't or if they do it's such a tiny amount it adds no flavor at all. The dish was piping hot. Brian had the ham and cheese omelet served with hash browns and your choice of white, wheat, rye, sourdough, English muffin, or a side of biscuit and gravy. The omelet was fluffy and filled with lots of tangy ham and rich cheese. For lunch we had French dip sandwiches served with your choice of sides. The beef was crispy on the edges and tender in the middle. The bun was toasted which means it could soak up more of the au jus, that's a fancy French term for beef juice. Just lovely. Décor? Well there isn't much. The booths are a bit worn. The walls are decorated with Western photos including the dam at Roosevelt Lake. The staff? Who needs décor when the staff is so friendly? When you walk in you're greeted with smiles. The service is prompt. You get what you need when you need it, but the wait staff isn't overbearing. They also don't rush you out the door. We had breakfast Sunday morning. The place was busy but we didn't feel like we had to bolt the food down and leave. We had a nice leisurely meal and stuck around reading the paper for awhile. Of course, we would have left if the tables were all full. If you're up in Tonto Basin make sure you make a stop at Butcher Hook. read more

Love love love this place! Staff is friendly, food is hot and coffee is always topped off! Great management as well!! Thank you butcher hook for my favorite camp spot on the way back home! read more

Great Breakfast food. Frequented by bikers and motorcyclists on the road to Roosevelt reservoir. Friendly waitress, generous proportions, and great coffee. read more

If your not s local don't bother going in. Waited 20 minutes, asked 3 times just to order drinks, the girl just sat behind the bar and kept saying she would come over but never did,. We were just trying to order a soda to get started, never got to order a soda or any food. read more

Great food and great service! Nicely decorated and friendly staff! Highly recommend!

One of only 2 choices in the area. Burgers tasted just as good as homemade. Friendly service. Store and saloon right next door and gas station in same Parking lot. read more

Butchers Hook Restaurant - Butcher Hook Burger - American Near Me - Tonto Basin, Arizona

This place is great! Small town hospitality and great home style cooking without any foo foo nonsense. Friends and I drive off-road 30+ miles over the mounatin for classic BLT sandwiches, although you can't go wrong with any choice on the menu. We vote Butcher's Hook a top 100 stop to make in the country! They also have a bar next door and a cool gift shop with unique local handmade items. Check it out! read more

We stopped in for a bite to eat and I must say the service was awesome, Becky greeted us and she was super friendly, our order was taken food was delicious and out of there in 45 minutes..... read more

Located in Tonto Basin, Az, a nice stop for breakfast and lunch. Full bar and friendly atmosphere. The menu is casual American food featuring sandwiches and burgers. read more

OMG!!! I have gone over 4 peaks many times to find this jewel in the middle of nowhere. I have been eating here for over 5yrs and have not ever got anything I did not like. Lastnight I had the open face roast beef sandwich with the sweet potato fries. I have had the french dip before and it is probly my favorite dish they have. Coffee is great! They are connected to a bar that is alot of fun as well. Especially when the power goes out during a storm, thats when everyone with no power goes there..lol read more

Stopped here for breakfast after a camping trip at the lake. Service was very good and the food came out quick. I ordered the chicken fried steak which was very good. It came with a biscuit and gravy on the side which I was not a fan of the biscuits otherwise I would given it five stars. read more

Slowwwwwww. Took us 45 minutes to get our appetizer, and another 15 minutes to get our food. The elderly couple next to us left after not getting any service for 15 minutes. The table behind them left when they got their food (one had the wrong order, another had bacon that was clearly not fresh). The waitresses kept asking for forgiveness, but it was rough. We won't be back. read more

My brother and I came here for lunch after camping at the lake for a few days. I've been coming here ever since I was little and it never disappoints. Jennifer was our waitress. She was so sweet and got our drinks right away. Food was delicious as always. I will always come back when I make a camping trip to Roosevelt lake. read more

Had burgers here - best burgers outside of the burgers I make myself. I was going to order the Louie Burger but the look on the waitress' face made me back off. Ordered a regular burger with cheese, bacon and all the trimmings. Could hardly bite into it, it was so big. No skimping on the bacon either. These are flamed broiled too. My husband ordered the Louie burger - big burger!! He ate the whole thing. They claim it's a pound of burger but I question that. Maybe 1/2 lb. Regardless, it's BIG and very tasty. Service was excellent. Place was hopping! read more

Been coming here for the last couple of months or so...Shelley the waitress is awesome, so is the other lady I don't know her name, sorry...food is really great and prices modest... read more

Had the patty melt last night and wife had the roast beef and gravy open face sandwich. Patty melt was really good but the roast beef my wife had was great! Loved the gravy and the beef was really tender. Service was good too. read more